Cullen Paradis
A separate peace
Program brings Israeli and Palestinian students together to forge closer ties and understanding
This summer, a secluded section of woods in West Brattleboro has been home to the campus of Jerusalem Peacebuilders, a group focused on bringing together teens from Israel and Palestine.
Since 2011, the nonprofit has worked to recruit teenage leaders from Israel, Palestine, and the U.S. to help them develop the understandings and skills necessary to bring peace to the Middle East.
Dog days
For one local garage and its owners, a shepherd mix helps staff their local institution
Since her arrival a decade ago, Shylo, an elkhound/German shepherd mix, has become a familiar sight for many at Rod's Towing and Repairs. Originally from the Windham Humane Society, Shylo can now be seen every day following Garrett Winchester around the auto shop or resting in the shade. “She's...