Economic development topped all the lists as the Selectboard outlined its goals during a special meeting on July 22. Board member Donna Macomber said she hopes the town develops a strategy for tapping into arts resources in the community. She also suggested the town build its identity as a talent magnet. Board Clerk David Schoales said he liked Macomber's suggestions. In his opinion, the town underutilizes the arts community. Board Chair David Gartenstein and Vice-Chair Kate O'Connor agreed that Brattleboro...
GUILFORD-Write Action is in its 24th year as a local writers' nonprofit, with programs and readings throughout the year. The organization will be holding its annual potluck picnic on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 1 to 4 p.m., with a rain date of Sunday, Sept 8. Members of Write Action, participants in Poems Around Town, and the public are invited to attend. With the passing of Write Action's devoted friend and past board vice-president Tom Ragle, the event has been moved...
It's about time! I've had enough of institutions like the Brattleboro Retreat stealing our hard-earned tax dollars in the name of “mental health.” We should all applaud whistleblower Thomas Joseph and anyone like him. Well done!
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