New campaign aims to stop spread of invasive pests
For many Vermonters and out-of-state visitors, summer means camping, hiking and taking part in other outdoor recreational fun.
Four experts to show how to get rid of invasive plants
Sustainable Charlotte, the Charlotte Conservation Committee and the Charlotte Library are hosting a workshop on invasive plants at the next Green Drinks gathering on Tuesday, July 9, 5:30-7 p.m.
CVU returning to state title game Saturday
As the regular season came to a close, the Champlain Valley Union High baseball team was not able to hang onto its No. 1 ranking in Division 1, so unlike last year the Redhawks did not get the advantage of beginning the postseason with a bye in the first round.
Small town veterinarian — big time heart
Late Albert Moraska selected for Vermont Agricultural Hall of Fame
Town planner running for Burlington House seat
If Larry Lewack is elected, it won’t interfere with his work because he plans to retire in December
Charlotte town employees look to unionize
Municipal employees in Charlotte may soon have a union. A publicly posted petition at the town hall proposes a new collective bargaining unit consisting of 10 “non-management/non-supervisory” workers, represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees.
The secrets of peeling hard-boiled eggs are revealed
Besides rescuing Anne Frank’s book from the slag heap, editing with Anne Tyler, John Updike and a zillion others, she was instrumental in bringing M.F.K. Fisher and Julia Child to the nation’s attention.
Indoor or outdoors — the senior center has you covered
With summer weather arriving, it is time to participate in outdoor activities. Consider learning to play pickleball for seniors, a women’s kayak trip or joining the gentle walking or hiking group.
S.220 affirms essential role of libraries in culture, education
On Monday, June 4, Gov. Scott signed S.220, “an act related to public libraries.”
Walking in the woods and then reading ‘North Woods’
The other day, while walking with my dogs on a path in the woods, I had this thought that the trees, grass, flowers, rocks, birds, bears, etc.
A chilled soup to celebrate the strawberry moon
What a delight, to find that first, perfect sweet strawberry of the season. They have arrived, and berry season in my book marks the real beginning of summer.
Stretch your design wings with a visit to another garden
Do you sometimes feel you could use some inspiration in your garden design? Years of haphazard placement of plants you “just must have” can make for an untamed jungle.
Map raises question: Was Charlotte once most of Vermont?
Was our town once an entire county?
Correcting soil compaction in lawns
The summer months are a time when many of us enjoy lawns.
Building habitat for bees
Bees are critically important pollinators to support and protect. Along with other insects, bees are essential components of agriculture by pollinating fruits, vegetables and other crops.
Work place changing to meet Gen Z expectations
With high school and college graduations behind us, what is the future for Generation Z (zoomers) students and graduates (born 1997 to 2012) who are about to hit the job market?
Gratitude, celebrations and graduation at Charlotte Central School
Throughout the year, the Champlain Valley School District schools have embraced the vision: “We are a learning community focused on growth and belonging for all.”
Knee healing while speculating on the veto session
When the speaker of the House gaveled out at the end of the regular session, she didn’t gavel us out forever — we made plans to be back in the State House on June 17 with the assumption that Governor Phil Scott would veto some bills and that the legislature would come back to potentially override those vetoes.
Vermont’s biggest garage sale?
To say Wake Robin’s Red Tag Sale has grown by leaps and bounds over the 25-something years it’s been held is misleading. It has grown by monstrous vaults and gargantuan gambols.
CVU downs Rice, moves to second round in playoffs on Friday
As the regular season came to a close, the Champlain Valley Union High baseball team was not able to hang onto its No. 1 ranking in Division 1