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BENNINGTON — An Arlington woman with a range of work experience in education and human service positions has been named ...
06/18/2026

BENNINGTON — An Arlington woman with a range of work experience in education and human service positions has been named the new executive director of the Better Bennington Corporation.

The Bennington Rescue has announced the implementation of body-worn cameras for their EMS clinicians as part of a broade...
06/18/2026

The Bennington Rescue has announced the implementation of body-worn cameras for their EMS clinicians as part of a broader commitment to safety, quality improvement, patient safety, and education.

BENNINGTON — Ralph Wright, the Bennington state representative who became a powerful Speaker of the Vermont House and re...
06/18/2026

BENNINGTON — Ralph Wright, the Bennington state representative who became a powerful Speaker of the Vermont House and remained in that role longer than anyone else in state history, has died.

BENNINGTON — Ralph Wright, the Bennington state representative who became a powerful Speaker of the Vermont House and remained in that role longer than anyone else in state history, has

MANCHESTER — Twenty local women business owners have awarded a $5,000 Women Supporting Women Scholarship to Burr and Bur...
06/18/2026

MANCHESTER — Twenty local women business owners have awarded a $5,000 Women Supporting Women Scholarship to Burr and Burton Academy senior Morgan Taylor Spano, continuing a six-year tradition of investing in the next generation of women leaders.

MANCHESTER — Twenty local women business owners have awarded a $5,000 Women Supporting Women Scholarship to Burr and Burton Academy senior Morgan Taylor Spano, continuing a six-year tradition of investing

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Tornado Watch for Thursday, June 18, affecting Bennington County, as wel...
06/18/2026

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Tornado Watch for Thursday, June 18, affecting Bennington County, as well as the state-at-large. The Tornado Watch is in effect from 10a.m. EST until 3p.m. EST, although the warning could be extended o…

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Tornado Watch for Thursday, June 18, affecting Bennington County, as well as the state-at-large. The Tornado Watch is in effect from 10a.m.

SHAFTSBURY — State Representative David Durfee, D-Shaftsbury, announced on Thursday that he is running for re-election a...
06/18/2026

SHAFTSBURY — State Representative David Durfee, D-Shaftsbury, announced on Thursday that he is running for re-election as representative for the Bennington-3 House district.

POWNAL – At the Solomon Wright Public Library this summer, reading might start with a book – but it’s just as likely to ...
06/18/2026

POWNAL – At the Solomon Wright Public Library this summer, reading might start with a book – but it’s just as likely to involve a dinosaur, a bug catcher, or a tray of plaster that needs to be “excavated” like a paleontological dig.

POWNAL – At the Solomon Wright Public Library this summer, reading might start with a book – but it’s just as likely to involve a dinosaur, a bug catcher, or

"It is time for Vermont communities to have a seat at the table and be part of the development of renewable energy, and ...
06/18/2026

"It is time for Vermont communities to have a seat at the table and be part of the development of renewable energy, and stop putting the industry first. Gov. Scott’s veto of H.710 is good for the environment and our communities."

"It is time for Vermont communities to have a seat at the table and be part of the development of renewable energy, and stop putting the industry first. Gov. Scott’s

ARLINGTON — Now that the state legislature has adjourned, Northshire politicos will have to endure another six months, a...
06/18/2026

ARLINGTON — Now that the state legislature has adjourned, Northshire politicos will have to endure another six months, at least, before Saturday morning coffee hour conversations with their state representatives return.

ARLINGTON — Now that the state legislature has adjourned, Northshire politicos will have to endure another six months, at least, before Saturday morning coffee hour conversations with their state representatives

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