Different outlooks on cannabis sales
FAIRLEE—An upcoming vote in Fairlee on July 11 asks voters to consider two articles. One article calls into question whether to permit retail cannabis in Fairlee, and the other article is overhauling the town’s zoning laws in a revised zoning bylaw. The article regarding retail cannabis in Fairlee sparked some contention at a public hearing […]
Town to buy new excavator
BRADFORD—The town will spend $160,000 in federal pandemic relief funds to buy a used excavator. At the Bradford Selectboard meeting on June 22, the board approved the purchase of a 2017 145 Volvo excavator to replace its existing 2004 model. The purchase will be made from a local operator in Fairlee.
Surplus stabilizes spending increase in Grafton County budget
NORTH HAVERHILL—The Grafton County legislative delegation overwhelmingly voted to approve a $53.7 million budget at a hearing on Monday morning.
Orange County Sheriff Dept. audit abandoned
There are so many financial irregularities at the Orange County Sheriff’s Department that a contracted independent auditor can no longer perform its duties. On Tuesday morning, Vermont State Auditor Doug Hoffer said that the Orange County Sheriff’s Department cannot be audited.
Photo of the Week
Thetford Academy hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov.19 to celebrate the installation of a new wheelchair lift installed this summer. Pictured (from left to right) are Pril Hall, trustee of Thetford’s Farm Trust; Jane Francisco, representing the Frances Barrows Fund; Beckie Gray, class of 1959; John Brown, director of buildings and grounds; Barbara Smith, class of 1958; Carrie Brennan, Head of School; Patty McIlvaine, Director of Advancement; and Caleb Crossett, class of 2025.
