BRATTLEBORO-Join the Retreat Farm in collaboration with Atowi Project to celebrate the unveiling of the Wantastegok Mskodal Ôwdi/West River Meadows Trail (known locally as the Hogle Trail) and the new mural on The Landing, the farm's historical grain bunker, on Sunday, May 18, from noon to 2:30 p.m.
The Wantastegok Mskodal Ôwdi was renovated by the Retreat Farm Lands and Farm team in 2024 with the installation of new bridges, stairs, benches, and interpretive signs. There are six signs along the trail that highlight the history of and connection to Abenaki heritage.
The nature-inspired mural was created by Charlie Adams, a Vermont and Maine-based artist. Retreat Farm volunteers and a Massachusetts-based nonprofit, Common Wealth Murals, helped bring the mural to life at a community paint party in January.
At noon, Adams will share their inspiration for the new 120-foot mural in The Landing. The mural will help create a place for quiet reflection, rest, and connection with others. Refreshments will follow the talk.
Meet your legislators at the RPFL BELLOWS FALLS - On Saturday May 17, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., drop by the Rockingham Free Public Library's top floor meeting room to chat with Windham County Sens. Nader Hashim and Wendy Harrison and Windham-3 (Brookline, Rockingham and Westminster) House Reps. Michelle...
Committee vacancies in Brattleboro BRATTLEBORO - The town of Brattleboro is looking for citizens to serve on the following committees and boards: ADA Committee; Arts Committee; Brattleboro Housing Partnerships; Citizen Police Communications Committee (CPCC); Conservation Commission; Design Review Board (full and alternate); Development Review Board (full and alternate); Energy...
BRATTLEBORO-Brattleboro Area Hospice has officially changed its name to Center for Solace. This change reflects its growth and commitment to serving even more people in Windham County and its neighboring New Hampshire towns, as well as its expanded goals, programs, and mission. Since its founding in 1979, Brattleboro Area Hospice has been "a beloved part of Windham County," wrote Center for Solace officials in a news release. "It has worked tirelessly to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of...
TOWNSHEND-The Townshend Village School has opened registration for incoming kindergarten and preschool students for the upcoming 2025–26 school year. Incoming kindergarten students turning 5 and pre-K students turning 4 before Sept. 1, 2025, are now eligible; with 3-year-olds accepted based on space availability. Eligibility requirements differ for both programs, though both programs take place at 66 Common Rd. in Townshend. Visit townshendschool.org to download a registration packet, pick one up at the school, or call the school at 802-365-7506 to...
TOWNSHEND-After one year in operation, the New England Collaborative Health Network (NECHN) has grown to 10 members. Founded in May 2024 by its first members - Copley Hospital, Northwestern Medical Center, and Brattleboro Memorial Hospital - NECHN continues to grow, with Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital becoming its newest member. "Healthcare in Vermont is challenging, with many changes on the horizon. But we are responding to the needs of our patients and community as best we can - while...
WILMINGTON-WheelPad L3C, a Wilmington-based company, designs and builds modular, accessible living spaces for people with mobility challenges - including veterans, individuals recovering from injuries, and older adults who wish to age in place. As the company prepared for growth and increased demand, it became clear that expanding its physical space would require the right partners and resources. WheelPad has helped countless people modify their homes to better suit their needs - so when it came time to expand their own...
BRATTLEBORO-The team behind the renovation of the long-dormant DeWitt Block on Flat Street was among 13 firms honored for energy leadership at Efficiency Vermont's annual Better Building by Design (BBD) conference, held April 2–3 in South Burlington. The event brought together design professionals, leaders in building construction, and experts in climate workforce trades. With a theme of "2030 on the Horizon: Assessing Vermont's Vision Versus Reality," attendees gathered to discuss the latest in efficiency practices and technologies, build new relationships...