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A light on your community

By
Gloria Houlné
Wednesday, October 2, 2013 — Issue 223

RE: “What happens when a library loses its spirit?” [Column, Sept. 25]:

Andrew Carnegie would be proud! I am so glad to see that the sad situation of the Rockingham Free Public Library has united library patrons and Friends of the Library.

I am further thrilled to know that my very intelligent, hard-working, and loyal sister - your former library director, Célina Houlné - is appreciated and supported by columnist Elayne Clift.

This situation has served as a light to your community, illuminating all things dark and devious. Keep up the good fight!

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I can grasp what a massive environmental problem we’re facing. Or I try to.

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Local antisemitism threatens safety of Jewish Vermonters

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Michael Knapp

Michael Knapp is a software developer and entrepreneur who is passionate about social justice. GUILFORD-As...

Green Mountain RSVP appreciates funding

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Green Mountain RSVP

Green Mountain Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (GMRSVP) would like to thank the voters of...

Greater Falls Connections thanks voters for support

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Greater Falls Connections

BELLOWS FALLS-Greater Falls Connections (GFC), a substance misuse prevention coalition located in Bellows Falls, thanks...

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