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Thanks to all for Dental Care Day

By
Sue Graff
Wednesday, May 23, 2018 — Issue 460

BRATTLEBORO — United Way of Windham County thanks the 71 medical and non-medical volunteers who made this year's eighth annual Adult Dental Care Day on May 5 a huge success. More than 100 Windham County residents received essential dental care from seven participating dental practices.

The Brattleboro Elks Lodge #1499 again provided our triage site. A big thank you to the participating dentists, nurses, hygienists, and dental offices, which provided over $53,500 worth of pro bono dental care.

A huge round of applause to other volunteers, sponsors, and other funders.

United Way is committed to increasing access to oral health care among Windham County residents and appreciates all who have helped make Adult Dental Care Day successful since 2008 - you are helping to bring health, opportunity, prosperity, and education (HOPE) to Windham County.

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Amy Moore

BRATTLEBORO-The recent eclipse that Vermonters were able to experience was beyond breathtaking. My husband and...

Another choice for end-of-life autonomy

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Burt Tepfer

PUTNEY-As a physician and a hospice volunteer, I read with interest the recent article highlighting...

Short-term rentals, short-term gains

By
Holly Bartel

BELLOWS FALLS-I see as a huge problem the number of apartments and houses being used...

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