Monday, March 4, 2019

MONDAY EDITION

ADDISON COUNTY

INDEPENDENT

Vol. 30 No. 42

Nature: Get app for that

• Go to the Audubon meeting to learn about technology that helps citizen scientists – and you. See Page 31.

Farmers market back on city green • After two years away, growers and crafters will return downtown. See Page 2.

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Rough winter puts stress on local salt, sand budgets Several communities already in deficit mode

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Persistent snowy, icy and slushy conditions this winter have taken a wicked toll on municipal sand and salt budgets, to the extent some communities have exhausted their allotted resources with still a month or more of potentially treacherous weather left to deal with. Winter road maintenance figures supplied to the Independent by a sampling of Addison County communities revealed: • The town of Middlebury had budgeted $130,000 for salt and $25,000 for sand for fiscal year 2019 — the period between July 1, 2018, and June 30, 2019. As of the end of February, the town had spent $131,981 on salt and $24,335 on sand. Also, the town had paid

out $29,726 in winter-related overtime wages; $30,000 was budgeted for that purpose. • In Cornwall, officials had budgeted $15,000 for sand. As of last week, the town had spent $18,103 for that purpose, leaving a deficit of $3,103 entering March. Meanwhile, the community has spent $12,168 of its $16,000 salt budget, leaving a balance of $3,832. • Vergennes City Manager Matt Chabot on Feb. 19 reported the Little City was “about a salt shaker away” from exhausting its $50,000 budget for winter maintenance materials. The city had spent $48,055 at the time. • As of Thursday, Salisbury had over-spent, by $1,500, its fiscal year 2019 salt budget of $58,000. (See Salt sheds, Page 30)

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Middlebury mourns loss of former town clerk Dick Goodro By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Friends and former colleagues of longtime Middlebury Town Clerk and Treasurer Richard “Dick” Goodro recalled him as a warm human being, jovial jokester and tireless worker who was a walking encyclopedia. Goodro died on Friday, Feb. 22, at age 75 at his home in Ormond Beach, Fla. (see obituary on Page 6). He succumbed to the effects of pulmonary fibrosis, according to family members. News of his passing hit hard in Middlebury, where he seemingly knew everyone. “I would call him the ‘mayor of East Middlebury,’” longtime attorney and former Selectman Karl Neuse recalled with a chuckle. “He was a great guy.” (See Goodro, Page 17)

• A Bridport first responder provides a snapshot of her job helping people in need. See Page 18.

Battle for Barre & rivalry game

• Eagle girls’ hoop hosted a D-II quarterfinal, and the Mount Abe boys visited Vergennes. See Sports, Pages 19-21.

Jam band to land at local venue • Follow “The Herd” to hear Donna the Buffalo at Town Hall Theater. See Arts Beat on Pages 10-13.

VERGENNES RESIDENT MATT Dematties worked for a month on his Lego replica of the schooner Lois McClure, which on Thursday won the high-school division of the First Annual Lego Contest at the Bixby Library.

Independent photo/Andy Kirkaldy

Imaginations live through Legos at Bixby Competition inspires boys, girls and adults By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — Under the central dome of Vergennes’ Bixby Library on Thursday evening, the Justice League of America

battled aliens atop a skyscraper, patrons wandered through a zoo, the schooner Lois McClure plied the waters of Lake Champlain, a submarine suffered a fatal attack

from a villain, and a miniature Bixby echoed its bigger sibling. And those were just some of the roughly 30 entries in what the Bixby and the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Vergennes jointly billed as their first annual Lego Contest and Exhibit.

Boys & Girls Club Director Jill Strube and Bixby Youth Services Librarian Rachel Plant organized the competition after Strube saw in a newsletter that the Brattleboro Children’s Museum had been (See Legos, Page 16)

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City farmers market back downtown

Snowed in

THE OLD HANCOCK Town Clerk’s Office on Route 125 in the village looks besieged by snow, which is not surprising since the clerk moved to new quarters in the library on Route 100 awhile back. The town is selling the old office for $15,000 and at Tuesday morning’s town meeting Hancock residents will discuss whether to put that money toward a building maintenance fund, to buy a generator for the town office, or to do something else with it.

Independent photo/Angelo Lynn

Work to resume on Middlebury rail project MIDDLEBURY — Work on the downtown Middlebury rail bridges project will resume later this month when construction crews from companies Kubricky and ECI return to complete a drainage system that will funnel water from the railroad bed into the nearby Otter Creek. The drainage system includes the boring of four shafts and related micro-tunneling at several downtown locations, including

alongside Printer’s Alley, behind Triangle Park, and alongside the rail line in the Marble Works. As summer arrives, the focus will shift to replacing town water and sewer lines that run alongside and across the rail corridor, according to Jim Gish, community liaison for the rail bridges project. The $72 million undertaking, financed primarily with federal money, will replace the overpasses on Main Street and Merchant’s Row with

a 350-foot-long precast concrete tunnel. Plans call for that tunnel to be installed during the summer of 2020, with all work coming to a close in 2021. Crews suspended construction around a month ago, while project partners — including the Vermont Agency of Transportation, local officials, contractors and subcontractors — have been preparing final plans for the work to come. Gish, in his most recent email

communiquĂŠ to the community, announced a comprehensive update on the project has been set for Tuesday, May 14. Attendees will be given what Gish described as a “realistic, in-depth walk-through of what we can expect starting in summer 2019 through the end of the project in Summer 2021.â€? The time and location of the meeting will be firmed up in the coming weeks.

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By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — After two years on the North Main Street home of Kennedy Brothers, the Vergennes Farmers Market will return late this spring to its former longtime home on the city’s central green. City Manager Matt Chabot and Mayor Renny Perry reached out to farmers market organizers to gauge their interest in returning downtown, and according to organizer Christopher Reck they addressed the issues that led the market to move to the Kennedy Brothers parking lot in 2017 — a lack of parking and restrooms downtown. “We have “At a always felt that personal the market should level I felt be in the center that the of the city,� Reck wrote in an email farmers to the Independent. market “The market was always approached by the brought city manager and a high mayor to discuss solutions to the level of market’s concerns. animation They generously and a offered reserved certain parking on market level of days for customers excitement and vendors as well as the use of the to the city bathroom in the green.� — City opera house.� Manager Chabot said city officials wanted to Matt Chabot restore a bit of life back to the city’s central park. “At a personal level I felt that the farmers market always brought a high level of animation and a certain level of excitement to the city green,� Chabot said. “It to my mind is a very logical site for an event of this nature.� Chabot said he got support from the city council last week and he is studying the options for the city to meet its parking commitment to the market. He expects vendors to set up along the front of the green, near Main Street. “That’s the prime real estate,� he said. “I assume they will start toward the Main Street side and then fill in from there.� Reck said market organizers are expecting up to 20 vendors when the market opens in the second week of June, Thursdays from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. The market will remain in operation through the first week of October and feature live music. Offerings will include fresh farm produce, local meat, bread and baked goods, pre-made hot food, cheese, handmade wood products, crafts, jewelry and art, and maple products, Reck said. “We are happy to be back on the green,� Reck added. “We are also very appreciative of the support of the owners and businesses at Kennedy Brothers.�

Addison Independent, Monday, March 4, 2019 — PAGE 3

Mosquito district dispute drives up legal costs BLSG taxpayers asked to pay more

increase of $1,000 over the 2018- BSLG board. “We have had to hire resources of the district. only about 100 residents in the dis2019 expenses. lawyers to fight this case. We’ve Some of those demands include trict currently opt-out, while several The town of Brandon has included spent about $25,000 in legal fees so eliminating the use of adulticide and thousand residents prefer to have the requested amount $6,700 in the far and we expect to pay at least that having an opt-in system rather than their homes sprayed. budget for next year and other towns much or more before this is over. the current opt-out system. Currently, the district posts noticBy RUSSELL JONES The opt-in system would require es of intent to spray by 2 p.m. on the SALISBURY/BRANDON — A in the district included the increased The state declined to get involved in the BLSG to get residents to opt-in day they plan to spray. Requirements handful of residents led by Chris amounts in their proposed budgets the lawsuit so it was left to us.” Lawton said the TAC made sev- for roadside spraying instead of the for testing levels of mosquitos keep Fastie of Salisbury is challenging as well. eral demands of the BLSG during opt-out system that is in place now. them from posting notices earlier. the operating procedures of the BLSG RESPONDS “The TAC has pro-bono lawyers,” negotiations that would put too The BLSG said that would require “Other places may be able to Brandon-Leicester-Salisbury-Gos(See Mosquitos, Page 23) hen Insect Control District and said Ben Lawton, chairman of the much of a burden on the minimal a tremendous burden on them since running up the legal bills for those communities. The most immediate consequence is a $5,000 spike in the amount the five towns are asking taxpayers to cover in annual budgets — all of which will be decided at town meeting. Overall, the increase in spending for the BLSG Insect Control District MIDDLEBUR Y SNOW BOWL is $36,252 over the prior year’s spending of $121,400. Of that, the district is asking for a legal budget of $25,000, compared to $20,344 it spent on legal costs in 2018. For much of 2018 and going into 2019, Fastie and a couple other area residents pushed a lawsuit against the insect control district alleging that it did not follow strict state protocol for releasing pesticides. The lawsuit was filed by a New England-based environmental activist group, Toxic Action Center (TAC), which is handling the case for the plaintiffs EXPERIENCE WINTER AT YOUR PACE pro bono. Fastie is an ecologist and an opponent of spraying of the adult pesticides that controls the mosquito Come ski downhill and cross-country near Middlebury. population in the summer months. Just 2.5 miles apart, these two classic ski areas offer a He has launched a website about middleburysnowbowl.com pesticide use that has been referfamily-friendly atmosphere with lots to do! enced in his arguments against the district’s practices, and he is the founder of a start-up group called SPECIAL OFFER! Moosalamoo Woods and Waters — Buy a 2019-20 season pass of which he and Woody Little of (at early-season prices) in March Leicester and “a couple others” are members. In a recent conversation, and ski the rest of 2019 for FREE! he would not say who the others were. “The TAC is worried about the effects in the community,” Fastie Ask about our combi day passes. RIKERT NORDIC CENTER said. “The members (of Moosalamoo Woods and Waters) are worried Ski BOTH areas for just about the practices of the BLSG and how they impact the water quality $40 PER DAY! and the environment. The BLSG is required by law to demonstrate how they impact those areas and they didn’t do it,” he said — an allegation Check out our annual events, and the BLSG denies. Specifically, the Toxic Action ski clubs at Rikert and at the Snow Center has filed a lawsuit questioning the legitimacy of the permit Bowl — and don’t miss the first-ever granted to the BLSG from the Agency of Natural Resources. The pond-skimming party at the TAC recently tried to get an out-ofrikertnordic.com Photo by Brett Simison court settlement with the BLSG, but Snow Bowl on March 31! neither side could agree so the suit is moving to a court trial. Of the five towns, all but Salisbury have included the full amount of the BLSG funding in the town’s budget. The Salisbury selectboard opted to JOIN US AND ENJOY SKIING AND put in its proposed municipal budget RIDING THE WAY IT USED TO BE! an increase in what the community pays to the BLSG, but the board also is asking voters to approve an addiBring this coupon with you for a free day of skiing or riding on us! tional $5,500 — roughly the cost of additional legal fees anticipated this Good at either Rikert or the Snow Bowl. year — by a special article. SalisLimit one coupon per customer. Valid through 3/31/2019 bury selectboard budgeted $20,000 for BSLG expenses in 2019-20, an

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A D D IS ON INDE P E NDEN T

Editorial

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the crux of the matter

Is Vermont’s Town Meeting threatened by a waning interest? Is meeting as a collective body and talking face-to-face about town and school budgets just too much to ask in an era of never-ending posts on social media? These are valid questions to ask as towns across Addison County and the state gather to address the annual issues that have been at the heart of Vermont’s Town Meetings for the past 257 years. It was March 1762 when Bennington held its first town meeting — a decade and a half before Vermont would become the 14th state — and since then the role Town Meeting plays in civic life has changed enormously. At its start, much of a town’s business was local, with the state and federal government roles secondary. Today, with the state playing the predominant role in education funding, the federal government playing a bigger role in highway and school funding, and school districts being consolidated into larger single entities, a common refrain is that town residents have less sway over how to spend taxpayers’ money. True enough, but there are plenty of decisions to make and issues to discuss that keep local town and school government critical. More to the point of Town Meeting’s demise, however, is that more and more of the action (the actual voting on school and town budgets, plus the election of key board positions and bond votes) is being done by Australian Ballot on the Tuesday following Town Meeting. If a voter feels confident he or she understands the most important issues, knows how and why they are going to vote, then why bother spending an hour or two at a Saturday afternoon or Monday evening meeting? Why not, as many other states do, just vote and be done with it? Here are two reasons: • Attending Town Meeting with 50 or 100 or 250 fellow residents — in which you discuss the broadest scope of town governance, or the most intimate details — builds a closer bond of understanding and commitment to your community. It’s the conversation that builds trust and respect among each other, not an anonymous paper ballot. • Assuming any voter knows everything about the issues is a bold assumption. Town Meetings or annual school meetings often double as informational hearings on the upcoming votes; it’s where residents ask selectboard members about controversial issues, and hash out the various ways a town can move forward. And it’s during the discussion about how to move forward that ideas percolate and better practices evolve. Take that away and you’re left with boards posting “yes and no” questions to residents with little creative progression that helps towns and schools become stronger. But let’s think about that: if the problem is community bonds are weakened as Town Meeting attendance wanes, and towns fail to tap into the creative juices of community members, what other ways could those shortcomings be tapped? Perhaps we could hold community online questionnaires, or contests for the best ideas on a particular issue? Maybe we could host a series of meetings on the town’s crucial issues at the local library and post them on community television, or YouTube? Maybe the local newspaper could write stories about every issue, and discuss the pros and cons with elected town officials? Or just maybe we could carve out one day out of 365 for citizens to devote a collective effort to make their towns that much stronger and vibrant. Oh. That would be Town Meeting. And that’s the crux of the matter: It takes effort to make wonderful communities; not a lot, but at least a little once a year. Go, if you can; it’s not the 257-year tradition that’s important, it’s the ideas and the camaraderie you share that makes a difference. Angelo Lynn

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Welcome to March

ICICLES ON THE roof covering these three mailboxes in Middlebury remind us that there is still plenty of winter left. Independent photo/John S. McCright

Letters to the Editor Lylis a community leader, deserves to be re-elected I write in support of the reelection of Ted Lylis to the Bristol selectboard. I served with Ted on the Howden Hall Restoration Committee. Ted was the initial contractor that transformed Howden Hall into Bristol’s signature

community center and Bristol Historical Society’s museum. A former B.H.S. vice-president and current treasurer, Ted is a true leader, a creative thinker and a hands-on producer. With Ted, what you see,

is what you get. We don’t always agree, but I respect Ted because he is a fighter and he does not suffer fools gladly. Gerald Heffernan Bristol

Panton needs Jackson to help guide its selectboard Last fall when the Panton selectboard attempted to lower the tax rate by using funds that had been previously allocated for other expenses (the mistake was discovered by a town auditor), the chair of the selectboard attributed

the mistake to an erroneous spreadsheet produced by the Town Clerk/Treasurer. That was a lie. To date the chair, Howard Hall, has yet to publicly apologize to the Town Clerk/Treasurer. Last year, the selectboard

overspent the general fund budget. The amount of the over expenditure in the town report is inaccurate. The amount would have been greater had the funds been properly accounted. The selectboard (See Dows letter, Page 5)

Addison Independent, Monday, March 4, 2019 — PAGE 5

Shelley sonnet hits close to home

Letters to the Editor Lincoln group petitions for pro-Democracy resolution The local grassroots group BRIDGES of Lincoln has petitioned the selectboard of Lincoln to include a Pro-Democracy Resolution at the Town Meeting March 4. According to spokesperson, Van Talmage, the Resolution is a “vanilla, non-partisan, non-controversial” statement in support of democracy as the best form of self-government. It is a call for voting integrity and voting rights. BRIDGES sees this as a call to stand up for democracy, to

acknowledge in public and out loud that we support the democratic system and principles upon which this country was founded. And further, the most fundamental aspect of a functioning democracy is the right to vote. When asked why this is necessary, Talmage explained that there are political forces acting to the detriment of democracy. He identified the authoritarian impulses of the president, the steps taken

to limit voter participation, and gerrymandering. This is a non-partisan call for all who believe that “Democracy is a treasure to be nurtured and preserved.” This does not speak to priorities within a democracy, just that voting is the best way to select our leaders. Van Talmage Lincoln on behalf of BRIDGES of Lincoln

Malcolm earns support in re-election to ACSD board I am writing to give my support to James “Chip” Malcolm as he runs for re-election to the Addison Central School District board. Chip has lived and worked in Middlebury for decades. He tirelessly served from 1985-2000 on the school board when his three children were growing up and attending school at Mary Hogan, MUMS and MUHS. With two grandchildren now at Mary Hogan, and a third who will start in the fall, Chip felt moved to be involved again, and was re-elected a few years ago. Chip is a great listener and a deliberative thinker who under-

stands the critical balance between creating an outstanding educational experience and appropriate affordability. He has since helped navigate the local school boards as they have transitioned to the unified ACSD board and is continuing to work on implementing the new International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. His additional efforts include working hard to map out a future for our schools’ aging buildings with declining enrollment that will be both fiscally responsible and the best for our community’s kids. He has great historical knowledge of our schools and has invaluable

experience in this kind of work. Chip helped see MUHS through extensive school renovations in the late ’90s, as well as the building of MUMS. Chip is deeply committed to this school district and its children and their families whether it be attending school board meetings or cheering for the Middlebury Tiger football team on Friday nights. Please join me in voting for James “Chip” Malcolm when we head to the poles on Tuesday, March 5. Adrienne Illick MacIntyre Middlebury

Affordability issue to blame for declining birth rates

In his Feb. 14 letter in the Addison Independent, Lowell Nottingham is correct that Vermont and the rest of the country are experiencing a sharp decline in birth rates. However, he is incorrect that there are “no realistic options available to deal with the dropping birth rate.” One of the primary reasons people are choosing to limit their family size or to forgo having children altogether is because of financial insecurity. According to a recent survey by the New York Times, one quarter of adults between the ages of 20 and 45 had fewer children or expected to have fewer children than they wanted to have. The most common reasons given for forgoing or delaying children were economic. People reported being concerned about the high costs of child care or feeling like they were unable to afford the children they already had. When one considers that the average cost of raising a child is around

$250,000 and that a recent study by the People’s Policy Project found that the presence of minor children in the home is one of the leading causes of poverty in the United States, is it any wonder that people are reluctantly concluding they can’t afford to be parents? The fact that people who want to have children can’t afford to do so is not just a personal tragedy, but a demographic one. We should all care deeply about Vermont’s declining birth rates if we want our small communities to flourish and thrive. Thankfully, there are “realistic” policy proposals available that begin to address this challenge. There is currently legislation pending in the Vermont Legislature that would create a system of universal paid family and medical leave (H. 107) and expand access to affordable, high-quality childcare (H. 194). Paid family leave would enable families to take adequate time off to care for and bond with infants or newly adopted children without

bearing a huge financial burden due to lost wages. Expanding access to affordable child-care would mean that parents who are ready to return to work would be able to afford to do so. Taken together, both these programs would alleviate some of the staggeringly high costs associated with raising children and I encourage all readers to contact your legislators to support these bills. However, we should not stop there. Many other countries have created strong social welfare programs for children and families that include universal health care, universal child care and child allowances. There is no “practical” impediment to adopting these programs here, just a lack of political will. If we all dream big and demand more from our legislators, there is no reason why we can’t create a society where all children and families can thrive. Mariah McGill Waitsfield

deciding whether to fix the front steps, the accessibility ramp or both, the Board did not know how to account for the accrued balance in the restoration fund. Consequently, the selectboard divided the job into two projects. This increased the total cost. And, instead of fixing the ramp which everyone could use,

they fixed the front steps first. The result was, town meeting had to be held in the town garage. The Town of Panton deserves better. That’s why I am voting for write-in candidate Joy Jackson for selectboard. I hope you will, too. J. Douglas Dows Panton

Dows letter (Continued from Page 4) instructed the Clerk/Treasurer to assign General Fund expenditures to Capital Fund accounts. This is incorrect. The town auditors warned the selectboard that reserve accounts are not to be used for general town expenses. When the selectboard was

Certainly many things are better than they were 200 years ago when P.B. Shelley wrote this sonnet, but it still hits too close to home. England in 1819

An old, mad, blind, despised, and dying King; Princes, the dregs of their dull race, who flow Through public scorn,—mud from a muddy spring; Rulers who neither see nor feel nor know, But leechlike to their fainting country cling Till they drop, blind in blood, without a blow.

A people starved and stabbed in th’ untilled field; An army, whom liberticide and prey Makes as a two-edged sword to all who wield; Golden and sanguine laws which tempt and slay; Religion Christless, Godless—a book sealed; A senate, Time’s worst statute, unrepealed— Are graves from which a glorious Phantom may Burst, to illumine our tempestuous day. James Morisseau Cornwall

Bill would advance Catholic doctrine Am I the only one bothered by the Catholic Bishop trying to influence the Legislature to pass a bill favorable to Catholic religious beliefs? Our nation was established to allow all to believe as they wish, which is called freedom of religion, which is in our Constitution (look it up). This means that Catholics may believe what they want to believe and all other citizens may believe what they want to believe and these beliefs can be different from each other and no law may be made to force one group to believe what another willingly believes. Yet we have the Catholic Bishop telling our state legislators that our laws should follow

Catholic doctrine. This has to do with when legal life starts. Looking back in history, murder as a crime was charged inconsistently. Mostly there wasn’t a real police force to punish murderers and other criminals, so it was up to locals to enforce justice as seen fit. Abortion was rarely a crime, anywhere. In many times in the middle ages, excess children could be killed up to the age of six — beyond that such killings were frowned on. In the last few hundred years, legal processes have become more formal, with police and courts and society coming to judge that a (See Grant letter, Page 7)

Letters can be found on Pages 4, 5 and 7. Letters to the Editor: The Addison Independent encourages readers to write letters to the editor. We believe a newspaper should be a community forum for people to debate issues of the day. Because we believe that accountability makes for responsible debate, we will print signed letters only. Be sure to include an address and telephone number, too, so we can call to clear up any questions. If you have something to say, send it to: Letters to the Editor, Addison Independent, 58 Maple St., Middlebury, VT 05753. Or email to news@addisonindependent.com.

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ADDISON COUNTY

Obituaries

Richard A. ‘Dick’ Goodro, 75, former Middlebury town clerk

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RICHARD “DICK” GOODRO by his fantastic sense of humor, his elaborate storytelling, his gift of hospitality and his genuine interest in others. Endeavoring to make the world a smaller place, Dick and his family welcomed foreign exchange students and educators for many years in their home. Always a social person, Dick thrived in recent years making new friends in retirement, engaging in theatre, church and community activities. Dick modeled love to the family that he shared with his wife of 54 years, Rachel Daryl (Buck) Goodro. Together from their teenage years,

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Dick and Daryl raised a family, traveled the world, served their communities and demonstrated a quiet faith in God. Dick was an ever-present figure and supporter of his children and their activities and interests. His smile, joy and an instigation of mischief only grew with the arrival of their ten grandchildren and his new era and legacy as “Coot.” Dick will be forever loved and appreciated by his wife, Daryl. Together, they created a family of three children, ten grandchildren and a great-grandchild: son Brian and his wife Dawn of Lincoln Vt., and their four children, Andrew and Lindsay Goodro, Mikaela Cote, Megan Hughes, and their grandson, Chase Cote; daughter Joelle (Goodro) Logan and her husband James of Bristol, Vt., and their four children, Hannah, Hallie, Evan and Elias Logan; and son Aaron and his wife Wendy of Plaistow, N.H., and their two children, Grace and Ian Goodro. Richard is also survived by a sister, Susan Gutt, and was pre-deceased by his brother, John Goodro. He will also be remembered fondly by his extended relatives and his extensive family in-law. Services of remembrance and celebration of Dick’s life will take place in two locations, at Bear Creek Community, 5 Brown Bear Path, Ormond Beach, Fla. on Wednesday, March 20, at 1:00 p.m., and in Middlebury, Vt., at a later date. ◊ Obituary Guidelines The Independent will publish paid obituaries and free notices of passing. Paid obituaries cost 25 cents per word and will be published, as submitted, on the date of the family’s choosing. For those who do not wish to purchase an obituary, the Independent offers a free notice of passing up to 100 words, subject to editing by our news department. Photos (optional) with either paid obituaries or free notices cost $10 per photo. Obituaries may be emailed to obits@addisonindependent. com. Submissions must be received by 11 a.m. on Wednesday for publication in the Thursday paper and 11 a.m. on Friday for Monday’s paper. Email obits@ addisonindependent.com or call 802-3884944 for more information.

Middlebury park picked to receive statewide award BURLINGTON — Middlebury’s Downtown Park was recently among one of the nine Vermont projects selected to receive Public Places Awards. The recipients will be honored at a special ceremony and reception, March 13, from 4-6 p.m. in the Cedar Creek Room at the Vermont Statehouse in Montpelier. The public is invited to attend. The biennial awards program is co-sponsored by the Vermont Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects, the Vermont Planners Association and the Vermont Urban and Community Forestry Program, a partnership of University of Vermont Extension and the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation. This year’s recipients were selected by a five-member jury comprised of representatives from these sponsors who work in public, private or academic practice and have diverse backgrounds in community planning, landscape architecture and research. Awards are given to projects, either completed or in the conceptual stage, which create, preserve or enhance interior or exterior public space or link open spaces through connective corridors in the state. Projects may involve components such as community or transportation planning, historic preservation, public recreation, wildlife management, green infrastructure planning or urban and community forestry, among others. The jury awarded two levels of awards, Honor and Merit, to projects that demonstrated excellence in planning, design or regulations that promote positive, public uses and benefits. They recognized those that included a particularly significant feature or that stood out as being exceptional overall with the Honor Award. Middlebury Downtown Park was one of two projects to receive the Honor award, sharing the honor with the Vermont Town Forest Project in the works in various towns statewide. Merit awards were given to projects in Chester, Newport, Lyndon, St. Albans and South Burlington and range from a cemetery entrance to waterfront projects, to livability studies and park master plans.

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Grant letter

Letters to the Editor State must invest resources into problem solving My wife and I and two of our friends attended a Vermont legislative budget hearing on Monday, Feb. 25, in Winooski. I was there to testify regarding carbon reduction strategies: weatherization and the application of all VW settlement funds to electrification of our transportation sector. But we all came away with a new realization of the challenges we face in Vermont and difficulties our legislators face as they try to construct a budget. In addition to “my” issue we heard heartfelt pleas regarding funding for: • Mental health beds to keep people, particularly those with drug dependency, out of jail or general hospitals, and in treatment where they have a chance of recovery. • Social workers to assist those in recovery to get back to productive lives, to assist immigrants in learning to integrate into a new country, and to help the elderly. In all cases it was stressed that pay in this profession is grossly inadequate and turn over is high and costly. More options, staff, better pay and resources for child care, particularly for low and middle income parents. A teacher testified that after 11 years of primary level teaching, she and her husband were still unable to afford to have kids of their own because child care would cost more than their mortgage and they were considering moving out of Vermont to a state where the pay was better. • Funding for the Community College of Vermont, where we met: Did you know they have no full-time faculty? Those who teach there and students talked about low pay for staff, no offices for staff and high turnover. Who develops curriculum under these circumstances? CCV students talked about the difficulty of affording to go to college and the suffocating debt they faced. We learned that Vermont is 50th in the country in regard to support for higher education, resulting in high tuition at our state colleges and university. In all of this we heard heroic stories of people going the extra mile to do their jobs while facing challenges of their own trying to survive financially. Clients testified that their outreach workers, child care workers and teachers had made incredible differences in their lives. There are heroes out there.

It’s hard to raise the existential threat climate change is presenting when we see so many immediate needs, but we need to face that threat right now. A new report just out suggests that we are losing high altitude stratocumulus clouds that might result in temperature rise of 14 degrees Fahrenheit by the end of the century — possibly ending life on Earth for most species including us. As it stands right now we are facing a four degree temperature rise, enough to negatively affect our kids’ and grandkids’ lives. On all these issues we have to act now, we need to demand meaningful action to reduce carbon emissions in Vermont and the country, so doubling the weatherization budget is a start. And we need to apply all VW settlement dollars to electrification of our transportation sector — heating and transportation in Vermont produce almost two thirds of our carbon emissions and we have increased those emissions 12 percent since 2009 — we’re losing ground. And we need to strongly support the teachers, social workers, medical workers and all who meet our day-to-day challenges at the same time. But none of these things will happen if we don’t dramatically shift our attitudes about paying for them. Nothing is free, there is a cost to everything we do, either directly or indirectly. We have what we think is cheap oil and natural gas, but we don’t factor in the cost to the climate and our health, the true cost from well head to tailpipe and beyond. So a price on carbon makes sense if applied equitably. Expensive child care drives down a family’s standard of living and drives them out of the state, as does expensive tuition. Lack of treatment for addiction and mental health problems ends up costing in terms of productivity and crime, costing more in law enforcement and prisons and even our insurance costs. So how do we pay for all this? First of all I support Senator Chris Bray’s concept of “all in.” We all need to share in the costs as we are able, and that means those with more need to pay more. If I need to sacrifice a bit to pay proportionally more in taxes and fees than a person of lower income, I consider it just. And if somebody at the high end of

Another view on plastic bags issue

When we have something that is economically easy to use and inexpensive, always people who will not dispose of it properly after use will want to curtail its use. Plastic bags, for now are very simple to use for a store clerk and the purchaser, a godsend over paper bags always tearing, dropping your purchases in the store, automobile or at home.

Paper bags are also a disposable problem. If we could dispose of gasoline and heating oil our environment would be cooler but is needed as plastic is. Since the Earth has been cooling beginning with the ice age we just have to live with it as we have since time began with changes. Arnold C. Gale Salisbury

the scale needs to pay even more to support the state and country that enable them to thrive, that’s also just. The time has come for us to urge our legislators to enact legislation to address our challenges and to pay for them in an equitable manner. Failure at this point will only lead to more cost and real chaos later. Richard Butz Bristol

(Continued from Page 5) live birth was the start of a legal personhood. Recently, some have learned that conception seems to start a new genetically separate individual, therefore we must change years of accepted legal precedent, and establish that the legal start of personhood must be changed to conception, instead of birth, without considering general agreement of all people, and all who act against this new postulate can be considered criminals and punished for not believing and acting against

this new concept. Catholics should be allowed to believe this and other Catholic doctrine and punish members who act against this doctrine. However, others in our nation must be allowed to hold different doctrines, like those that have been in force for centuries. Changing the legal concept of personhood and when life starts should be left alone unless changed be debate and agreement among all citizens and not by one group. Peter Grant Bristol

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“Aku Wuwu: Poems in Yi and Mandarin, with English Translation” in Middlebury. Monday, March 4, 7-8:30 p.m., Room 109, Axinn Center, Old Chapel Rd. Aku Wuwu is a poet of the Yi ethnic group, one of the largest ethnic minority groups in southwest China. His work is characterized by a mix of traditional and contemporary imagery, often including visions and dreams. Q&A to follow the reading. All poems and discussion in Chinese will be translated into English. Free and open to the public.

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Blood pressure and foot clinic in Brandon. Tuesday, March 5, 9:30 a.m., Brandon Senior Center, 1591 Forestdale Rd. Offered by VNA & Hospice. Blood pressure clinic is free. Foot clinic $10. More info call 802-770-1536. Shrove Tuesday pancake supper in Shoreham. Tuesday, March 5, 5-7 p.m., Shoreham Congregational Church, 28 School Rd. Enjoy pancakes or French toast with Vermont maple syrup, sausages, latkes with applesauce or sour cream, and beverages. Tickets $8 adults/$4 children/ $20 family. Mt. Abe Emerging Artists exhibit opening in Bristol. Tuesday, March 5, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Art on Main, 25 Main St. An exhibit featuring work from talented students in grades 9-12 and celebrating Youth Art Month. Runs through March 27. More info at 802-453-4032, artonmain.net or on Facebook.

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March 6, 4:30 p.m., Mead Chapel, Middlebury College. Emory Fanning, Professor Emeritus of Music, offers a lecture as part of the Carol Rifelj Faculty Lecture. Free. More info at middlebury. edu/arts or 802-443-3168. Free Tobacco Cessation program in Middlebury. Begins Wednesday, March 6, 5 p.m., UVM/Porter Medical Center, 115 Porter Dr. Learn how to make practical lifestyle changes with the support of a trained facilitator and a small group of other people looking to make a change too. Nicotine Replacement Therapy available at no cost. Open to all. Meets four weeks at 5 p.m. Registration required. More info contact Courtney Thorn at 802-3888860 or cthorn@portermedical.org. “Where’s Chaucer in The Canterbury Tales?” in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 6, 7 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Dartmouth professor Peter Travis discusses the subtle irony with which Chaucer depicts his pilgrims, leaving us to judge them for ourselves. Part of the Vermont Humanities Council’s First Wednesdays series.

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Senior Meal in Bristol. Thursday, March 7, noon, First Baptist Church of Bristol, Park St. Menu includes shepherds’ pie, corn, homemade rolls, and a special dessert. Suggested donation $4. Come early and enjoy talking with your friends and make new ones.

Age Well Senior Luncheon in Vergennes. Thursday, March 7, 10 a.m., Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. Meal served at noon of BBQ chicken thighs, O’brien red potatoes, spinach, wheat roll and pumpkin bar with raisins. Bring your own place setting. $5 suggested donation. 72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire. George Matthew Jr. in Middlebury. Thursday, March 7, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 3 Main St. The first of St. Stephens 2019 series of free half-hour concerts. Matthew will play a program of Scandinavian Music. Feel free to bring a lunch. Light refreshments provided. “The United States and Mexico: Partnership Tested” discussion in Middlebury. Thursday, March 7, 3-4:30 p.m., Community Room, EastView at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. The seventh of eight weekly sessions of the “Great Decisions” program, a national discussion program on world affairs. Facilitated by Middlebury College Professor Emeritus Nick Clifford with guests. Free and open to the public. “Thinking Big, Designing Small: Turning Constraints into Architectural Opportunities” in Middlebury. Thursday, March 7, 4:30 p.m., Room 304, Johnson Memorial Building, 78 Chateau Rd. Cameron Visiting Architect Elizabeth Herrmann, AIA, founder of the award-winning Bristol, Vermont

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Sickert vs. Sargent in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 6, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. This film brings to life two of the biggest characters in modern British art: Walter Sickert — the gruff, aggressive man-ofthe-people — and John Singer Sargent — the urbane and charming dandy. Part of Town Hall Theater’s Great Art Wednesdays film series. Tickets $13 adults/$8 students (includes a $1 preservation fee).the snowy woods. Register at vtfishandwildlife.com. Age Well Senior Luncheon in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 6, 11:15 a.m., Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Rd. Doors open at 11:15 a.m. Meal served at noon of tortellini alfredo, French green beans, sugar snap vegetable blend, dinner roll and apple pie with whipped topping. Bring your own place setting. $5 suggested donation. 72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire. “Garrow” premier in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 6, 1, 4 and 7 p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. This Thriller/Noir-style feature film centers around the 3 days of testimony of Robert Garrow as he admits to the murders of Alicia Hauck, Daniel Porter, Philip Domblewski and Susan Petz. As the trial proceeds we flash back to and re-create the crime scenes. Kyra Bradford of Vergennes is a member of the cast. May not be appropriate for younger audiences. “Memory and the Creative Arts: Move and Be Moved” in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 6, 1-3 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Engage your mind and body in this dance and movement class and talk, which will explore memory, coordination, balance and more based on the Movement for Parkinson’s program. Free and open to the public. Space is limited. Fully accessible for all ability levels. Refreshments provided. RSVP to Suzanne Bennett at 802-377-3393, or sbennett@residenceottercreek.com. “Bach Publishes: The Six Schübler Chorale Preludes of Johann Sebastian Bach” presentation in Middlebury. Wednesday,

firm, Elizabeth Herrmann Architecture + Design will discusses recent work and her approach to design and practice. Free. Limited accessibility. More info at 802-443-3468 or middlebury.edu/ arts. Twist O’ Wool Spinning Guild meeting in Middlebury. Thursday, March 7, 7 p.m. American Legion, 49 Wilson Rd. Monthly meeting followed by a Q&A forum. Bring all your fiber related questions. All are welcome. Questions? Call 802-453-6919. Maiden Vermont fundraising concert in Salisbury. Thursday, March 7, 7:15 p.m., Salisbury Elementary School, 286 Kelly Cross Rd. Come hear this one-hour concert followed by refreshments. The audience is welcome to stay for an open rehearsal immediately following. Tickets $5 adults/$3 children/$10 family of four or more. Fifty percent of proceeds will benefit the Beerman Family, who lost their home and belongings in a fire on Jan. 22.

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Age Well senior luncheon in Bristol. Friday, March 8, 11:30 a.m., Mary’s Restaurant, Route 116. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., lunch served at noon of French onion soup with parmesan crouton, melted cheddar quiche with bacon and spinach, coleslaw, roasted potatoes, and seasonal cheesecake for dessert. 72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle to reserve at 802-377-1419. $5 suggested donation does not include gratuity. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire. “Unintentionally Awesome Design Strategies and the Future of Accessibility” in Middlebury. Friday, March 8, 12:15 p.m., Room 103, Franklin Environmental Center at Hillcrest, 531 College St. Architect Johnna S. Keller discusses ways that architecture can consciously consider both sustainability and accessibility as creative design challenges, promoting a socially just and ecologically restorative environment. Free. More info at 802-443-3468 or middlebury.edu/arts. Nate Gusakov concert in Middlebury. Friday, March 8, 3:30-4:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. The banjoist from Lincoln with that deep, wonderfully resonant singing voice, entertains with expertise, featuring a variety of authentic songs and tunes in the EastView Bistro. Chris Prickitt accompanies on guitar. Free and open to the public. Lenten Fish Bake in Vergennes. Friday, March 8, 5-7 p.m., St. Peter’s Parish Hall, 85 South Maple St. Come join us for battered baked haddock, fries, macaroni and cheese, green beans, cole slaw, rolls, dessert, punch, milk and coffee. Tickets adults $12/children under 12 $6/children under 6 free/immediate family only $35. More info call 802-877-2367. “Stealing from Work: Sketch Victims Unit” on stage in Middlebury. Friday, March 8, 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Stealing from Work is back with a full show of brand new sketch comedy for a fast-paced evening of lunacy and lampoonery. Actors deftly transform into a different set of characters, alternately spoofing contemporary culture and the political issues of the past and present. Tickets $15, available at townhalltheater.org, 802-382-9222, or in person at the box office Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.

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A SHOWCASE OF art, such as this necklace, by emerging Mt. Abraham Union High School artists opens at Art on Main, 20 Main St. in Bristol opens on Tuesday, March 5, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. The exhibit features work from talented students in grades 9-12 and celebrates Youth Art Month. The exhibit runs through March 27.

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Wildlife walk in Middlebury. Saturday, March 9, 8-10 a.m., Otter View Park, Weybridge St. and Pulp Mill Bridge Rd. Join Otter Creek Audubon and the Middlebury Area Land Trust and help survey birds and other wildlife at Otter View Park and the Hurd Grassland. Meet Otter View parking area. Shorter and longer routes possible. Beginning birders welcome. Come for all or part of the walk. More info call 802-388-1007 or 802-388-6019.

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“Transit” on screen in Middlebury. Saturday, March 9, 3 and 8 p.m., Dana Auditorium, 356 College St. As fascism spreads, German refugee Georg (Franz Rogowksi) flees to Marseille and assumes the identity of the dead writer whose transit papers he is carrying. Living among refugees from around the world, Georg falls for Marie (Paula Beer), a mysterious woman searching for her husband. Free. Corned beef and cabbage supper in Vergennes. Saturday, March 9, 5-6:30 p.m., Vergennes United Methodist Church, Main St. across from the Opera House. Menu includes corned beef, boiled potatoes, carrots, onions, rolls, dessert and beverage served buffet style. Tickets $9 adults/$5 children. Takeout available. More info call 802-877-3150. Contra dance in Cornwall. Saturday, March 9, 7-9:30 p.m., Cornwall Town Hall, Route 30. Featuring Fern Bradley calling to live banjo and fiddle music by Red Dog Riley. $5-10/ person (sliding scale). All are welcome. No experience or partner necessary. Questions? 802-462-3722. Donna the Buffalo in Middlebury. Saturday, March 9, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Donna the Buffalo offers everything you want in a roots band — songs that matter, a groove that makes you dance, an audience that spans generations, and a musical voice that evokes a sense of community. With opening act The Gary Douglas Band. Tickets $49 orchestra/$39 Balcony plus fees, available at townhalltheater.org, 802-382-9222, or in person at the box office Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. The Will Patton Ensemble in Lincoln. Saturday, March 9, 7:30 p.m., Burnham Hall, 52 River Rd. Tickets $10 adults/teens and kids free. Part of the Burnham Music Series. More info at 802-388-6863. Steve Hartmann in Brandon. Saturday, March 9, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Hartmann, a singer songwriter from Jericho, Vt., is a graduate of Berklee College of Music, is known for his unique sound, pristine vocals and engaging stage presence. Tickets $20. Pre-concert dinner available for $25. Reservations required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. More info at 802-247-4295 or info@brandon-music. net.

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Knights of Columbus breakfast in Vergennes. Sunday, March 10, 8-10 a.m., St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 85 South Maple St. Come enjoy a breakfast of eggs, omelets to order, hot cakes, French toast, sausage, bacon and more. Bring family and friends. Tickets adults $8.50/seniors over 60 $7.50/and kids 6-12 $6/children under 6 free/ immediate families of five or more $28. Breadloaf Citizens Race in Ripton. Sunday, March 10, 9 a.m., Rikert Nordic Center, 106 College Cross Rd. An annual tradition. Registration from 9-10:30 a.m., Lollipop race (ages 3-6), free, at 10:30. Classic race at 11 a.m., Skate at 11:10 a.m. and Fat Bike Fun Ride at 11:20 a.m. Raffle prizes and lunch included with registration. Costumes encouraged. All are welcome. Tickets $5 kids 5-12/13 and up $10. More info at skireg.com/ bread-loaf-citizens-race. Open Barn in Weybridge. Sunday, March 10, noon-5 p.m., Duclos & Thompson Farm, Sheep Farm Rd. The 36th year the farm has welcomed the public. Over 200 lambs with more born daily and a barn mural by local artist Danielle Rougeau. “Bees Besieged: A History of Beekeeping” in Ferrisburgh. Sunday, March 10, 2-3 p.m., Ferrisburgh Community Center, Route 7. Bill Mares, a writer and beekeeper for 45 years, will tell of the origins and evolution of beekeeping, sometimes referred to as “farming for intellectuals,” with a particular emphasis on his research in Vermont. Refreshments. Free. All are welcome. More info call Gail at 802-425-4505. Towne Meeting in Middlebury. Sunday, March 10, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Always a crowd pleaser, Towne

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produced entrepreneurs, inventors and activists that shaped and led a nation. Tickets $10 for Sheldon members/$20 non-members. More info and advance registration at henrysheldonmuseum.org or 802-388-2117. Proceeds will benefit the Sheldon Museum’s education programs. “Blindspotting” on screen in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 13, TBD, Marquis Theatre, 65 Main St. SURJ’s March film follows a parolee with three days left on his sentence, only to have him witness a police shooting that threatens to ruin a lifelong friendship. Starring “Hamilton” alum and Grammy- and Tony-award winning Daveed Diggs. Crock pot dinner in New Haven. Wednesday, March 13, 6 p.m., New Haven Congregational Church, Town Hill Rd. New Haven Ladies Union offers this meal of hearty main dishes, beverage and. Tickets $8. More info call Carol at 802-453-5059. Book club meeting in Bridport. Wednesday, March 13, 7 p.m., Bridport Highway Department Conference Room, Crown Point Rd. and Short St. Come discuss “A Passage to India” by E.M. Forster. All interested readers welcome. More info call 802-758-2858.

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Too cute

THE DUCLOS THOMPSON Farm will hold their annual Open Barn on Sunday, March 10, from noon-5 p.m., at their acreage on Sheep Farm Road in Weybridge. With more than 200 lambs and more on the way, opportunities to see adorable lambs like this one will be plentiful.

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Meeting is known for their powerful vocal harmonies and engaging performances. Oriented in folk, their music branches out into many other genres, from Americana to acoustic rock, and sometimes flirts with country and bluegrass. Part of The Residence’s Sunday Music Series. Free, open to the public and fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220, or pryan@ residenceottercreek.com. Middlebury Bach Concert in Middlebury. Sunday, March 10, 3 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Art Center, 72 Porter Field Rd. The extension of the Middlebury Bach Festival features Baroque performance by Middlebury, local, and regional professional musicians with Middlebury College student singers and instrumentalists. Tickets $15 Public/$12 Midd ID holders/$8 Youth/Students free with ID available at 802-443-3468 or middlebury.edu/arts. Free community meal in Bristol. Sunday, March 10, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Ambrose Church, 11 School St. Menu includes baked ham, Boston brown bread, baked beans, cole slaw, corn, dessert, milk, coffee and tea. All are welcome.

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Legislative Breakfast in Shoreham. Monday, March 11, 7-8:45 a.m., Platt Memorial Library, 279 Main St. Talk with local legislators over breakfast. Purchase of breakfast not required to attend but helps defray the cost of opening the hall. Age Well Senior Luncheon in Shoreham. Monday, March 11, 11 a.m., Halfway House, Route 22A. Doors open and meal served at 11 a.m. until all are served. Menu includes chipped beef and gravy on toast and mashed potatoes, vegetable and dessert. 72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. $5 suggested donation does not include gratuity. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire. Meeting of the Bridport Senior Citizens will follow at 12:15 p.m. at the Bridport Masonic Hall. Call for info about joining the group. Open to anyone age 60 and up with current members from all over Addison County.

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American Red Cross blood donation in Middlebury. Tuesday, March 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Middlebury Union High School, 73 Charles Ave. Individuals of all blood types, especially type O, are needed. Donors can make an appointment to donate blood or platelets by downloading the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Age Well Senior Luncheon in Vergennes. Tuesday, March 12, 10 a.m., Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. VASA monthly meeting at 11:30 a.m. Meal served at noon of beef and cheddar burger, baked beans, sliced carrots, wheat roll and cantaloupe. Bring your own place setting. $5 suggested donation. 72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-3882287 to inquire. “Mad About Blue” in Middlebury. Tuesday, March 12, 1 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Join the Middlebury Garden Club for this presentation by Charlotte Albers of Paintbox Garden on how to bring blue into your gardens and create beautiful combinations.

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Growing organic corn workshop in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 13, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., UVM Extension Office, 23 Pond Ln. The ACORN Network is sponsoring a special farmer-to-farmer workshop on growing certified organic dent corn in the Champlain Valley. Cost $15. “Vermont: The State that Shaped a Nation” presentation in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 13, 1:30 p.m., Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Kicking off the Sheldon’s Did You Know? series, join former Governor Jim Douglas in a discussion of the forces that

. Maiden Vermont in Salisbury. Thursday, March 7, 7:15 p.m., Salisbury Elementary School, Nate Gusakov in Middlebury. Friday, March 8, 3:30-4:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury. Sarah King in Middlebury. Friday, March 8, 5-7 p.m., Otter Creek Brewing Pub The Gary Douglas Band in Middlebury. Saturday, March 9, 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater Donna the Buffalo in Middlebury. Saturday, March 9, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater The Will Patton Ensemble in Lincoln. Saturday, March 9, 7:30 p.m., Burnham Hall Steve Hartmann in Brandon. Saturday, March 9, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music The Good Parts in North Ferrisburgh. Saturday, March 9, 8-11 p.m., Village Cafe and Tavern. Towne Meeting in Middlebury. Sunday, March 10, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek The Mountaineers in Middlebury. Thursday, March 14, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephens Episcopal Church. U.S. Air Force Heritage Winds Quintet in Vergennes. Thursday, March 14, 7 p.m., Vergennes Opera House. Lyn Elder in Middlebury. Friday, March 15, 3:304:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury. Durham County Poets in Brandon. Friday, March 15, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music. Big Night in Lincoln. Saturday, March 16, 6 p.m., Burnham Hall. Mark LaVoie in Middlebury. Sunday, March 17, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek Vaughn Watson in Middlebury. Thursday, March 21, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephens Episcopal Church. Dayve Huckett in Middlebury. Friday, March 22, 3:30-4:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury. Woodchuck’s Revenge in Middlebury. Sunday, March 24, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek The Black Feathers in Middlebury. Thursday, March 28, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater. Rick Ceballos in Middlebury. Friday, March 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury. Jazzou Jones in Middlebury. *RESCHEDULED FROM FEB. 17* Sunday, March 31, 3 p.m., EastView at Middlebury. Ted Wesley in Middlebury. Friday, April 5, 3:304:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury BlueBrass in Middlebury. Friday, April 12, 3:304:30 p.m., EastView at Middelbury

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Donna the Buffalo brings varied musical influences to the THT Donna the Buffalo, the longrunning roots jam band — with its large “herd” of followers — from the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York, plays Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater on Saturday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m. The Gary Douglas Band will open the show. Donna the Buffalo is not just a band, rather one might say that Donna the Buffalo has become a lifestyle for its members and audiences. The band has played thousands of shows and countless festivals including Bonnaroo, Newport Folk Festival, Telluride, Austin City Limits Festival, Merle Fest and Philadelphia Folk Festival. In 1991, the band started the Finger Lakes Grassroots Festival in Trumansburg, N.Y. The fourday festival has become an annual destination for over 15,000 music lovers every year and was started as an AIDS benefit. It continues as a benefit for arts and education. To date, the event has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars. Donna the Buffalo is Jeb Puryear (vocals, electric guitar) and Tara Nevins (vocals, fiddle, guitar, accordion and scrubboard) joined by David McCracken (B3 Hammond organ, Hohner Clavinet and piano), Kyle Spark (bass) and Mark Raudabaugh (drums). Donna the Buffalo draws on a lot of musical influences, from country and rock ‘n’ roll, to bluegrass and old-time fiddle, as well as Cajun and Zydeco. In many ways, they were Americana before the term was ever coined. The common thread? Songs of the human spirit, and an incredibly tight relationship with their fans. Tickets, $49 orchestra, $39 balcony, are available and can be purchased at the THT box office located at 68 S. Pleasant Street, Middlebury, by phone at 802-3889222 or online at townhalltheater. org. STEVE HARTMANN AT BRANDON MUSIC On Saturday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music presents the compelling and enigmatic singersongwriter Steve Hartmann from Jericho, Vt. He’s a self-taught guitar player and a classically trained pianist. He started the journey of finding his “sound” when he met his best friend and bassist, Drew Breder, at age 18. Using various vocal effects and looper pedals, his sound has grown to be readily identifiable as his own. Having opened for major label acts like Jeffrey Gaines, Chris Carrabba and Reeve Carney, and having won several singer-songwriter contests, Hartmann’s dynamic vocal range, lyrically driven tunes and captivating stage presence set him apart. Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional and Twin Forks says, “Steve’s vocals are pristine.” The powerful American singer-songwriter and guitarist Jeffrey Gaines commented, “If you ever get a chance to see him live,

ROOTS JAM BAND Donna the Buffalo will take the stage at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury on Saturday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m.

take it. You won’t regret it.” Concert tickets are $20. A preconcert dinner is available for $25. Reservations are required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. Call 802247-4295 or e-mail info@brandonmusic.net for reservations or for more information. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Road in Brandon.

WILL PATTON ENSEMBLE IN LINCOLN The Will Patton Ensemble will be performing at Burnham Hall, 52 River Rd. in by Greg Pahl Lincoln, on Saturday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m. Combine a jazz/choro mandolinist with a symphony Stats) and

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guitarist whose credits include touring funk bands, Italian wedding bands, traditional Irish music and jazz big bands (Dono Schabner). Stir in a little rock & roll attitude and season for 10 years in small clubs and large concert halls and you get some idea of the music of the Will Patton Ensemble. Led by renowned jazz mandolinist (See Arts Beat, Page 11)

STEALING FROM WORK return to the Town Hall Theater Stage in Middlebury on Friday, March 8, at 7 p.m., with their new comedy show “Sketch Victims Unit.”

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Cosmic Forecast For the week of March 4

JERICHO, VT SINGER-SONGWRITER Steve Hartman performs at Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. in Brandon on Saturday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m.

Arts Beat (Continued from Page 10) Will Patton, the Ensemble deftly blends these many musical genres into a seamless whole, focusing on high-energy improvisation and group interaction. Their repertoire, featuring fiery Brazilian sambas and folk waltzes, gentle choros and hot Gypsy jazz, takes you on a musical journey from a Parisian bistro to a plaza in the heart of Rio, and back home again to your front porch. Doors open at 7 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, teens and kids admitted free. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 802-388-6863. GREAT ART WEDNESDAYS AT THT The Great Art Wednesday series continues at Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater, with “Sickert vs. Sargent” on Wednesday, March 6, at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. In “Sickert vs. Sargent,” art critic Waldemar Januszczak profiles Walter Sickert and John Singer Sargent, two giants of Edwardian painting who could not have been

more different. The film focuses on some of the most beautiful and alarming paintings ever made in England, evokes the long-lost atmosphere of Edwardian London and above all, shows that these two immigrants were waging a war over nothing less than the future soul of British art. Pitting each artist against the other round for round, Januszczak takes apart each artist to discover who is the superior painter. Sickert lived in dingy Camden Town, consorted with thieves and prostitutes and was suspected of being Jack the Ripper, whereas Sargent lived in Chelsea, hobnobbed with dukes and counts and only painted the rich and famous. Between them, they summed up the schizophrenic character of their age, but who was the better artist? Tickets are $13/$8 (includes a $1 preservation fee) and may be purchased at townhalltheater.org, by calling 802-382-9222, at the THT box office Monday – Saturday, (See Beat, Page 13)

ARIES: March 21-April 20. Aries, there’s always ample opportunity to learn from past mistakes. You can make amends for previous miscues this week when you’re reunited with someone from the past. TAURUS: April 21May 21. Others seem to be feeding you information on a need-to-know basis. This may be frustrating, Taurus. But a little extra patience is required for the time being. GEMINI: May 22-June 21. Gemini, the need to delegate will present itself throughout the week. Don’t take on more than you can handle. Trust that those around you are up to the task. CANCER: June 22July 22. The image that you project can be much more important than the work you actually do, Cancer. Have a good public relations team in your corner. LEO: July 23-Aug. 23. The good will you demonstrate will come around in time, Leo. Continue to be generous and help others whenever possible. Karma is on your side. VIRGO: Aug. 24-Sept. 22. It is not easy to admit when you are wrong, Virgo. When the need to do so arises, be gracious and offer your apologies in a heartfelt way that will resonate with others.

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FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS MARCH 3 - Camila Cabello, Singer (22) MARCH 4 - Patricia Heaton, Actress (61) MARCH 5 - Eva Mendes, Actress (45) MARCH 6 - DL Hughley, Comic (56) MARCH 7 - Bryan Cranston, Actor (63) MARCH 8 - Lester Holt, News Anchor (60) MARCH 9 - Oscar Isaac, Actor (40)

JOHN SINGER SARGENT, left, and Walter Sickert are the focus of the latest Great Art Wednesdays film at Town Hall Theater on Wednesday, March 6, at 11 a.m and 7 p.m.

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Beat (Continued from Page 11) noon to 5 p.m., or at the door one hour before show time. THT is located at 68 S. Pleasant Street in. Middlebury. INTERNATIONAL FILM SERIES The 2018-2019 Hirschfield International Film Series continues on Saturday, March 9, at Middlebury College with the 2018 Germany/ France film, “Transit,” directed by Christian Petzold. In Emmanuel Finkiel’s haunting adaptation of Marguerite Duras’s semi-autobiographical novel, “The War: A Memoir,” the famed author (Mélanie Thierry) recounts an emotionally complex story of love, loss and perseverance against a backdrop of wartime intrigue. As fascism spreads, German refugee Georg (Franz Rogowksi) flees to Marseille and assumes the identity of the dead writer whose transit papers he is carrying. Living among refugees from around the world, Georg falls for Marie (Paula Beer), a mysterious woman searching for her husband — the man whose identity he has stolen. Adapted from Anna Segher’s 1944 novel, “Transit” shifts the original story to the present, blurring periods to create a timeless exploration of the plight of displaced people. The film, in German, French and French Sign Language with English subtitles, will be shown at 3 and again at 8 p.m. in Dana Auditorium at Sunderland, 356 College Street in Middlebury. It’s free. Some of the films in this series may be inappropriate for children. STEALING FROM WORK AT THT Stealing from Work is back with

a full show of brand-new sketch comedy written by Angie Albeck and Marianne DiMascio. This year’s show, Sketch Victims Unit, plays Town Hall Theater in Middlebury on Friday, March 8, at 7 p.m. Join actors Chris Caswell, Marianne DiMascio, Amy Halpin Riley, Alex Hudson, Jory Raphael and Geeda Searfoorce for a fastpaced evening of lunacy and lampoonery. Directed by Seth Jarvis, the six actors deftly transform into 60 extraordinary characters, alternately spoofing contemporary culture and the political issues of the past and present. With sound design by Jess Wilson, Stealing from Work’s production has 193 sound and video cues. Stealing from Work takes on familiar and new topics, all with a local flavor. Please note that this is immature humor for mature audiences only. Tickets are $15 plus fees and may be purchased at townhalltheater. org, by calling 802-382-9222, at the THT box office MondaySaturday, noon to 5 p.m., or at the door one hour before show time. The THT is located at 68 S. Pleasant Street in Middlebury. BLUES JAM IN BRANDON The monthly (second Saturday of the month) Blues Jam, hosted by Tom Caswell at Sister Wicked in Brandon will take place at 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 9. A signup sheet for musicians is available. Singers, guitarists, bassists, drummers, keyboardists, harmonica players; everyone is welcome to come and play the blues. Nothing but the blues from 8 until late. For more information, call 802236-3368. Sister Wicked is a unique venue.

THE WILL PATTON Ensemble brings their musical stew to Burnham Hall at 52 River Road in Lincoln on Saturday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m.

Not a bar, not a club, but a store located on 3 West Seminary Street in Brandon. At the back of the store there is a large music space with plenty of room for seating and dancing. BAROQUE PERFORMANCE AT COLLEGE There will be a performance

of Baroque music at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 10, in Robison Hall at Middlebury College’s Mahaney Arts Center. This extension of the Middlebury Bach Festival features Baroque performance by Middlebury, local and regional professional musicians with

Middlebury College student singers and instrumentalists. Tickets: $15 Public/$12 Midd ID holders/$8 Youth/Students free with ID. For more information, call 802-443-3468 or visit middlebury. edu/arts.

Of Grief, Garlic and Gratitude - A Night with Kris Francoeur Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 6:30pm – 8 pm

Location - Town Hall Theater Of Grief, Garlic and Gratitude, shares Kris Francoeur’s journey through grief after losing her son to an accidental opioid overdose. From the first Facebook posts announcing his death through the next thirty months as she struggled to keep sane in her bottomless grief, the author discusses the process of mustering the strength to support the rest of her family, find joy again and continue with her professional life. This is a FREE Event Brought to you by the United Way of Addison County. For more info, visit - www.facebook.com/events/2313366005607784/

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Otter Valley Union High School has named Maddie Fuller as its latest Student of the Week. Maddie is the daughter of Devon and Courtney Fuller of Brandon, and has one sister who is a sophomore at OVUHS. For her hard work and good grades, Maddie was accepted into the National Honors Society. She says of this recognition, “When I was accepted I was very excited. I had written a very personal essay and I didn’t know if it was going to be good enough, so knowing that it was and they heard my message made me extremely happy.” Maddie has been involved in theatre at OVUHS since 7th grade. She has also played tennis since her freshman year. Currently she works at the Hannaford supermarket in Brandon. “It is an amazing job with amazing people,” she says. “I see so many friendly faces during my shifts, and I love seeing friends and family while working!” Maddie Fuller OVUHS When she’s not at school or work, Maddie really enjoys reading, singing and playing with her dog Oliver. When asked for her advice to fellow students, Maddie says, “I would tell other students to just keep going. I understand that it can be really hard sometimes, but if you just keep pushing through, it will pay off.” Her post-graduation plans include college, and she has been accepted into Plymouth State University. She is very excited to start the next chapter of her life. Larry Gerrior, Maddie’s chemistry teacher, has been impressed by this young woman. “Maddie demonstrated this openness to and empathy for the opinions, feelings, and perspectives of others, along with shrewd powers of observation — all qualities that make her an outstanding student,” he says. The faculty, students and staff at Otter Valley Union High School wish Maddie Fuller all the best as she heads off on her next adventure.

Chessley Jackman of New Haven has been selected as Mount Abraham Union High School’s Student of the Week. The daughter of Mary Jackman, Chessley has three siblings — Genevieve and Idalee Jackman and Atticus LaBarre. Chessley has made highest honors every semester. She received the Certificate of Merit for High Honor in Science and Mathematics from the Society of Women Engineers, the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Award of Excellence after being selected as a delegate to their leadership conference, where she was also inducted into the Society of Torch and Laurel. She was selected as a 2019 Green and Gold Scholar, a National Merit Semi Finalist, and a candidate for the United States Presidential Scholars Program. She was invited to be a part of National Honor Society this year before they decided to remove it. Her classwork has included AP Calculus AB and AP United States History, a course at UVM’s Health and Medicine Summer Academy, AP Statistics, AP Calculus BC, AP Biology, and 2nd Year Chemistry. She was also just named Valedictorian of her class. In other school activities, Chessley participates in Jazz Band, Travel Club, the fall and spring musicals, Environmental Action Group and school government as class treasurer and class president. She is Chessley Jackman also goalkeeper for Mt. Abe’s state champion field hockey team and MAUHS has received numerous honors and selections for state-wide teams for her play. After school Chessley works at Mary Johnson Children’s Center’s After School Program at Bristol Elementary School, and on weekends at Bristol Cliffs Café. She has volunteered at Three Day Stampede, at Mary Stetson’s youth field hockey camp and at Homeward Bound. Her family has fostered 11 cats and kittens. When not in field hockey or play season, she also volunteers at Project Independence. When she has down time Chessley enjoys listening to music, travelling, and spending time with friends. “Your life is truly and only yours,” she says. “You are the only one who can make yourself anything. Of course there will be people who help you along the way, but it’s really up to you to do the heavy lifting. You’re only going to get back the amount of effort you put in, so when you fail you can’t blame anyone but yourself, but that also means that when you succeed, all the credit is yours.” Following graduation, Chessley will travel to Hue, Vietnam, for two weeks to do a medical internship with a group of students through FutureDocs Abroad. As for schooling, she plans on attending college studying engineering or mathematics. French Teacher Jori Jacobeit says, “Throughout her years of high school, Chessley has built her academic career on ambition, integrity, and engagement. She has shown a commitment to strengthening our school community through academics, athletics, the arts and student leadership.”

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Outdoor Adventure Camps at Common Ground Center Come to Common Ground Center in April or July for a day camp full of adventure! With over 700 acres to explore we’ll be busy each week with all sorts of seasonal activities. April Vacation Camp will have a water ecology focus as well as many other spring time activities. In July we’re offering five days of outdoor fun including swimming, archery, arts and themed programming. See our ad for more information. Visit www.cgcvt.org or call 802453-2592 to register. Steam VT At STEAM VT we cook over glowing coals. We lounge in the water. We create, recreate, debate and joke. We embrace the laziness of a summer afternoon and the exhilaration of mountain peaks.

We make our music, tell our stories and gaze at the stars. We carve wood and shape metal. We discover our art in nature. And, we talk about our worlds around the crackling of the fire. Programs are designed for ages 13-15. Most activities happen in and around Lincoln, VT. Visit www.steamvt.org to sign up, and for more info; call (802) 349-6518; or email Eric Warren at benthicbread@ gmail.com. Champlain Discovery At The Maritime Museum Starting on June 17th, ten students from the Champlain Valley ages 13-16 will build their own 17’ sea kayaks and then embark on a 10-day voyage of a lifetime. Participants in the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum’s Champlain Discovery program will paddle from Whitehall, New York transiting Lock #12 on the Champlain Canal and paddle to Burlington, Vermont. They will experience

sites of cultural and natural historical significance as they challenge themselves in new and positive ways. The program culminates when they land in Burlington on the morning of July 20th and are welcomed back to their worlds by family and friends. The Maritime Museum is accepting applications for the Champlain Discovery program. Financial aid is available. Call 802-475-2022, email nickp@lcmm.org for information and an application, or check out the website www. lcmm.org.

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GEORGIA KUNKEL HOLDS her first-place ribbon next to her winning entry in the First Annual Lego Contest, sponsored by the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Vergennes and the Bixby Library on Thursday.

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Legos (Continued from Page 1) running a Lego contest for more than a decade. “We saw they were advertising their 11th annual contest, and I called Rachel and said, ‘We’ve got to do this,’” Strube said. “And she was like, ‘Yeah, we’ve got to do this.’” Plant was asked why she and the Bixby signed on for what she and Strube hope will become an annual tradition. “Because it’s magic, and it’s living in your imagination, and it’s using your hands and imagination to make

something that’s maybe only going to last a short time, but brings you joy and maybe joy to others. That’s why,” Plant said. Of course, both sponsoring entities are always seeking ways to reach out to the communities they serve and to raise their profiles. “I’ve had four or five people ask me tonight, ‘There’s a Boys & Girls Club in Vergennes?’” Strube said. “Which is great publicity for us.” Because both Strube and Plant wore baseball hats featuring elaborate Lego structures on their brims during Thursday’s award

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THIS BUSY ZOO built by Shawn Thurber Jr. was a strong entrant in the kindergarten-through-second-grade category in the First Annual Lego Contest, sponsored by the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Vergennes and the Bixby Library.

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ceremony, ulterior motives were also Kunkel, a library regular, if Plant herself was in the miniature building. apparent. “She put her fingers through the “Other than that, it’s to have fun,” Strube said. “Because if it’s not fun, opening and plucked me out of her scenery and held me up,” Plant said why do it?” Plant noted most creators showed “‘Of course you are,’ she said. That up at the Bixby on Thursday to one’s going to stay with me.” Kaleb Stearns ruled the grades display their offerings, and family members joined most of them — as 6-8 field with his skyscraper topped they had earlier in the week when the with a pitched battle between DC Comics heroes and green alien works were dropped off. “When I saw some of the invaders. It included Batman and entries come in, the people that other characters scaling the building as well as another hero accompanied the child flying halfway up. bringing in the piece, it Matt Dematties, a was multi-generational. “I like to build 17-year-old Vergennes There might have been things, so I prevailed a mom and dad in tow. thought, ‘Hey, resident, in the high school There might have been why not build division with his a grandparent helping detailed, almost twocarry it. That made a model and foot-long, recreation me happiest,” Plant make it so of the Lois McClure, said. “That made the you can look an 18th-century whole experience really schooner. The Lake memorable. And you inside it and Champlain Maritime saw it again tonight at everything, Museum built a fullthe awards. It was multi- and make it generational, the hugs look realistic.” size Lois McClure, and Dematties was inspired and the pride … and really appreciating what — Matt Dematties by a weeklong trip he took on the vessel. they all did.” “I like to build things, so I thought, The judges — Bixby Director Masha Harris and Vergennes ‘Hey, why not build a model and Alderman Mark Koenig — had the make it so you can look inside it tough task of picking winners, who and everything, and make it look received prizes that included Lego realistic,” Dematties said. After a month and up to four hours sets. Handicapping the kindergarten- or more a day of painstaking work, to-second-grade field was especially he was happy with the result, which tough, but the judges picked Keegan included a functioning rudder. “Most days I spent all my evenings Lisko’s submarine attack for its creativity and interesting angles over doing this. I couldn’t stop,” said competition that included a carefully Dematties. Dematties donated his prize back crafted aircraft and an elaborate zoo. In the pre-K category, Savannah to the club and the library for use in Struhammer’s “On the Savannah” next year’s event — which he plans prevailed. It offered a safari truck to enter with a working Lego speaker and grazing animals in Africa, with and amp. The mixed-age winners were Plant pointing out the polar bears were there to demonstrate the effects Colton and Logan Reed, the childadult team winners were Ashlynn of climate change. Georgia Kunkel’s miniature and Pat Willwerth, and the adult Bixby ruled in the grades 3 through winner was Dan Meehan, who built 5 category. Plant received a surprise a hot rod with a working drive train when the creator brought the work and gearshift. Strube said she enjoyed all the in earlier in the week. Plant asked

IN KEEGAN LISKO’S winning entry in the First Annual Lego Contest at Bixby Library a villain attacks a submarine.

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entries, most of which will remain on display at the library through March 9. “I thought they were amazing, absolutely amazing. Everyone brought their unique perspective,” she said. “And I love the fact we had everyone from pre-K up to seniors participate. That was the best thing. Because Legos are in my opinion universal. I still play with Legos.” Plant, unsurprisingly, had a soft spot for the kids’ efforts. She had a chance to talk with the creators when they brought in their works. “They just told me the whole story about their piece. And what was so nice was they looked me directly in the eye, and they had huge smiles,” Plant said. “It’s like having a little kid read a book to you, but they made it all themselves, but it’s in 3-D.” Andy Kirkaldy may be reached at andyk@addisonindependent.com.

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Goodro (Continued from Page 1) East Middlebury is of course home to Goodro Lumber Co., the family business where Dick worked before embarking on his long career of public service. It was in March of 1976 that Goodro prevailed in a contested election for Middlebury town clerk and treasurer. He defeated then-incumbent Clerk/ Treasurer Kenneth Caul. “It was a surprise to everyone when he won, including Dick,” recalled Beth Dow, who at the time worked in the town clerk’s office. “I was told that when the ballots were counted the night of the election and it was announced he’d won town clerk by 15 votes and town treasurer by 100 votes, Dick just kept saying over and over ‘Oh my God.’” Dow has a particularly vivid recollection of that race. Kenneth Caul was her boss and her uncle. “The next morning when Dick arrived at the office, there were some awkward moments… but it never impacted how well we worked together as a team in that office,” said Dow, who served with Goodro through the late 1970s, when she transferred to the position of secretary for Middlebury’s planning and zoning department, listers’ office and recreation department. “He was pretty ‘by the book’ when he arrived, but eventually he relaxed and learned to enjoy the job and the constant flow of customers who came in daily,” said Dow, now Middlebury Town Manager Kathleen Ramsay’s administrative assistant. “We had a wonderful staff back then who all got along, and Dick fit right in. I think if there’s one thing about Dick that comes to mind immediately, it’s his sense of humor and his ability to come up with one-liners for just about anything — a good deal of the time at my expense. “It was very hard for me that morning in 1999 when I swore in Jon Pominville as the new town clerk after Dick retired,” she added. “Dick was a hard act to follow.” Middlebury Police Chief Tom Hanley agreed. Hanley has never forgotten how Goodro helped him learn the ins and outs of Middlebury when he was hired to lead the force 28 years ago. “Dick would just brighten up your day stopping by the clerk’s office,” Hanley said. “(He had) a perpetual smile and always, always a little story or vignette that would bring a smile.” He created some of those smiles through entertainment. Goodro was an avid thespian with the Middlebury Community Players. “I know he would always be rehearsing his part in some performance or another,” Hanley said. And Goodro could make any location his stage. Former Vermont Gov. (and current Middlebury Town Moderator) James Douglas noted Goodro would use his acting talents to humorously embellish examples of real-life interactions between town clerks and their customers. He made the show an

Richard “Dick” Goodro educational tool he’d take on the road to town clerk conferences, Douglas recalled. “He called himself the ‘clownjerk,’” Douglas chuckled in remembering the self-deprecating Goodro, who was never afraid to make fun of himself. Goodro was quite the hit around Halloween, according to Hanley. “He coaxed me into joining him for three years at Doctor Fifield’s haunted house on Three Mile Bridge Road,” the chief recalled. “This is where Dick, in costume, got to ham it up. He loved acting and he loved the arts.” But comedic qualities aside, Goodro knew how to get down to business, according to those who knew him. “While he had a wonderful nature and a good sense of humor, he was also very serious about his position,” Hanley said. “It’s easy to forget that aspect of Dick, because he was so enjoyable to be around. He would not tolerate disruptive behavior from anyone who came into the office and he ran the office efficiently. He was affable, but always the consummate professional.” Former Middlebury Town Planner Fred Dunnington echoed that observation. “He would work long hours until he got things done,” said Dunnington, who recalled frequently seeing the lights on in Goodro’s office at night. Current Middlebury Town Clerk Ann Webster began her long run in office in 2001, after Jon Pominville resigned. Goodro helped Webster become acclimated to the rigors of the office. “Dick came in and gave me a crash course in ‘land records 101,’” Webster said. “He worked a few

weeks for me serving customers at the window while giving me tips and pointers. His mentoring gave me time to get my feet under me and get organized.” Webster was given frequent reminders of the extent to which her

predecessor was loved and respected. “When overseeing elections, it took a long time before my election officials came around to accepting me and my way of doing things compared to Dick,” she said. “I was reminded frequently that I did not do things quite like Dick and that he even would sing songs or do a little dance to entertain them during slow periods at the elections. He even told jokes, at which I was a big disappointment. “I think I finally won their hearts when I gave them more comfortable chairs,” she quipped. Goodro’s devotion to the town and his studious nature helped him absorb a ton of facts about Middlebury and its environs. Those who showed up at his service window would invariably get their question answered, or at least be directed to someone who could. Goodro was able to showcase his vast knowledge at the annual Middlebury Community TV trivia contest. He’d regularly beat opponents to the buzzer and almost always delivered the right answer. After retiring as clerk in 1999, Goodro worked briefly at the National Bank of Middlebury. He and his wife Daryl, who enjoyed a 54-year marriage together, moved to Florida several years ago but often returned for visits. They raised three children and have 10 grandchildren. While Goodro enjoyed the spotlight on stage, he didn’t do a lot of bragging off of it. And he had quite a bit to crow about. He and Daryl through the years welcomed

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Alice Grau: A snapshot into the life of a first responder Editor’s note: The writer describes what it is like to be an EMT in hopes that others will volunteer to be first responders in their communities. By ALICE GRAU, EMT BRIDPORT — Some six years ago, newly retired and trying to find a way to help out in my community, I decided to train as an Emergency Medical Technician, or EMT, take the certification exam, and volunteer with Townline First Response. Townline serves Addison and Bridport, and volunteers have to live or work in those towns. We deal with emergencies from medical issues, to auto accidents, slip and falls, lifeline activations, drug overdoses, mental health crises, childbirth and domestic abuse calls. Anytime someone calls 911 for a health emergency, the dispatcher puts out a call on our pagers and cell phones, and we grab our first aid bags, oxygen tanks, AEDs (defibrillators) and rush to the scene. Our dispatcher gives us the address and as much patient information as they can, but the severity of the

problem is often not clear. When my pager goes off, it triggers a jolt of adrenaline that starts my heart pounding and sends me grabbing my coat, radio and bags to jump into my car. If the address is close to my home, I expect I will likely be the first on scene, assessing the situation as I come in and deciding what I can do to start treatment and help the patient until the ambulance arrives. Depending on the location and what else is going on, it can be a few minutes or up to a half hour ’til I hand off the patient to the ambulance crew. In the five years since my training, I have learned a lot from the patients, their families, my fellow crew members, and the firemen and police officers I encounter. I will never forget one of my first middleof-the-night calls. A farmer had chest pains and called 911. From his grey face, shortness of breath and elevated blood pressure we were worried it could be a heart attack. But his first words were: “I hope it’s not serious. I don’t have health

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10 ways you can help your first responder 1. Have your house number prominently displayed on your house, as well as on both sides of your mailbox. You can’t know from which direction your volunteer may be arriving, and it is tough to locate the right house at night. 2. Think about the lighting on your driveway and home door. There are new LED lights that cost pennies to operate and make entry safer for anyone coming to your house after dark. 3. Have an envelope with information for first responders attached to the refrigerator. It should be an eye-catching color and contain an up-to-date list of medical conditions, current medications, doctor’s name and family or other in-case-ofemergency contacts for each person in the house. If you have a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) form, it should be here as well. 4. If you live alone, consider giving a close neighbor an emergency door key. Another option is a hidden key or lock box so first responders don’t have to break down your door if you are unable to let them in. 5. While waiting for your first responders, put pets away where they will be safe, turn on outside lights, unlock doors, and wave first responders into the home. 6. If you haven’t had a chance to prepare a list, have the current

medication bottles available for the first responders to copy medication names and doses. 7. Think about the pathway from your bedroom and bath to the exit door, and de-clutter as much as possible for the first responders to get a stretcher in and out to the ambulance. 8. First Responders will immediately work to assess the patient. Please try to give a brief history of what led to the 911 call. If you can, help complete the patient assessment form by filling in name, birthdate, and any other information the first responder asks you to write down as he/she works with the patient. This information form will travel to the hospital with the ambulance crew, and is vital for the Emergency Room personnel. 9. In your car, have a blanket to warm yourself or any other injured people while waiting for first responders after an accident. It is a great idea to keep a small first-aid kit with aspirin (for heart emergencies), and Benadryl (for allergic reactions) in your glove compartment too. 10. Look for a CPR and First Aid Course near you, and sign up if you are able. The more citizens know some basics, the more likely First Responders will be able to help save sick or injured people in our community!

SPORTS MONDAY

Addison Independent, Monday, March 4, 2019 — PAGE 19

In basketball

Commodore boys race past Mount Abraham By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — Signs pointed to a close game when the 8-11 Mount Abraham Union High School boys’ basketball team visited 4-15 Vergennes on Thursday in the regular-season finale for the local rivals. But after a close first quarter, VUHS junior Kevin Jackson scored nine of his 19 points as the Commodores blitzed the Eagles with a 21-6 second period to lead the Eagles at the half, 34-17. Then in the third quarter VUHS senior Nate Bourgeois tossed in nine of his 15 points as the Commodores at one point stretched the lead to 53-26. A late Eagle run made the 61-50 final score look respectable, but the night belonged to the big home crowd and the Commodores, who forced 27 Eagle turnovers and including team rebounds earned a 33-23 edge on the boards. Senior forward Ezekiel Palmer grabbed 11 rebounds to spark VUHS in that department, and added eight points, three assists and four steals. He also played tough defense on Eagle junior leading scorer Liam Kelliher. Palmer — he and Bourgeois were honored before the game as the team’s only seniors — said the game was a great way to cap an at times challenging season that began with the death of their coach, Peter Quinn, days before the opener. “I couldn’t have wished for a bet-

ter game against our county rivals, Mount Abe, and to play so well, to play like we knew we could play all season long. It just took a little effort to find it,” Palmer said. “And tonight the crowd was crazy, and they helped us bring it. And senior game, man, it was wild. It was a crazy way to end the season. I loved every bit of it.” The Commodores will be seeded No. 15 in Division II and open at No. 2 Montpelier on Tuesday or Wednesday. Palmer said they need to remember Thursday’s energy and effort. “Our coach keeps telling us, once you go into the playoffs everybody’s record is 0-0. And everybody’s got a fighting chance, now matter what your seeding is or how your season went,” Palmer said. “If we can play like this in the playoffs, there’s no telling how far we can go. And we’ve known we can play like this all season long. It just took a while to figure it out.” Eagle Coach Martin Clark said the Eagles on Thursday forgot their formula for faring well in recent close losses to D-I St. Albans and Middlebury and wins over Enosburg and Milton. “We’ve been playing as a team up until tonight. We got a little too individualistic. We wanted to beat their pressure with the dribble more than passing, and that really hurt us,” Clark said. “And credit to Vergennes. They came out hot. They (See Commodores, Page 20)

VUHS girls’ basketball team ousted in overtime

SENIOR FORWARD JALEN Cook goes in for two of her game-high 10 points in the first quarter of Mount Abe’s 29-25 win over U-32 in the Division II quarterfinal on Friday in Bristol. Independent photo/Steve James

Top-seeded Eagle girls outlast U-32 Raiders, 29-25

By ANDY KIRKALDY BRISTOL — As Mount Abraham Union High School girls’ basketball Coach Connie LaRose says of her Eagles this year, they keep finding a way. Make that 19 times in a row. The latest win came in Friday’s home Division II quarterfinal against No. 8 U-32, which gave the top-seeded, 20-2 Eagles all they could handle before Mount Abe scored seven points in the final 2:20 to prevail, 29-25.

To put those seven points in perspective, the scrappy Raiders and their compact 2-3 zone held the Eagles to four points in the first 13:40 of the second half, took a 20-19 lead on two Mikayla Farnum free throws at 3:13 of the third, and forced the Eagles into 19 turnovers. But it is the Eagles who will play No. 4 Lake Region in a D-II semifinal in Barre on Monday at 8:15 p.m., not the 11-11 Raiders, who had split two regular-season

games with Mount Abe. The Eagles took the lead for good at 2:15 of the third, when senior Jalen Cook looped a pass to junior guard Chloe Johnston on the break for a layup to make it 21-20. The Eagles own tough defense then kicked in: The Raiders turned the ball over 17 times, nine in the second half, and they went without a basket for almost eight minutes of the second half after tying the (See Eagles, Page 20)

By ANDY KIRKALDY RANDOLPH — Host No. 5 Randolph needed a late rally and overtime to oust No. 12 Vergennes Union High School from the Division II girls’ basketball playoffs in a first-round game on Wednesday, 59-48. The Commodores rallied from an 11-point first-half deficit to lead by seven with four minutes to go, but the 16-5 Ghosts responded with a barrage of three-pointers, including two in the final minute of regulation and two in the first minute of overtime. VUHS Coach Billy Waller said the teams battled back and forth all game. “The game was filled with 8-0 and 9-0 runs throughout,” he said. We just came up on the wrong side of that last run.” Ella Davignon hit four three-point-

ers and finished with 15 points for Randolph, and Morgan Fordham sank two from behind the arc as the Ghosts outscored VUHS by 13-2 in overtime. Kate Gosliga led VUHS with 15 points, including two game-tying free throws late in the final minute of regulation to force overtime. Other major Commodore contributors were Ciara McClay (nine points, four assists, three steals), Emily Rooney (five points, seven rebounds, six assists, six steals) and Brianna VanderWey (six points, 11 rebounds). Seniors McClay, VanderWey, Emma Bryant, Kylie Comeau Emily Gosliga and Morgan Lynk suited up for the VUHS hoop team for the last time. The Commodores completed the program’s most competitive seasons in more than a decade with a 9-12 record.

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Commodores

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(Continued from Page 19) were shooting the ball well when they were open, and they made interior passes to get easy baskets, and they outrebounded us.” Junior Josias Salomao (10 points, five assists, five steals) harassed the Eagles at the top of the VUHS full-court press and sparked the Commodores in the first period with four late points as VUHS took the lead for good. Junior forward Ben Curtis added seven points and five assists overall. The Commodores scored 44 of their points in the paint, including drives, fast-break layups, and putbacks, with many baskets assisted. VUHS Coach Josh Carter said when the Commodores run their offense well and share the ball it allows them to set up their effective press. “If we play together and play within the offense, we get looks, and then we can set up our defense, which has been phenomenal,” Carter said.

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Girls’ Hockey 2/27 MUHS vs. Burr & Burton.............. 3-3 Boys’ Hockey 2/27 MUHS vs. Essex.......................... 2-1 Girls’ Basketball Division II Playoffs 2/27 #5 Randolph vs. VUHS... 59-48 (OT) 3/1 #1 Mt. Abe vs. #8 U32................ 29-25 Boys’ Basketball 2/28 St. Albans vs. MUHS................ 59-38 2/28 VUHS vs. Mt. Abe.................... 61-50 3/1 MSJ vs. OV................................ 50-42 3/2 MUHS vs. Missisquoi................. 80-76 COLLEGE SPORTS Women’s Hockey NESCAC Final Four at Williams 3/2 #1 Williams vs. #5 Amherst........... 3-1 3/2 #2 Midd. vs. #3 Hamilton................ 3-1 3/3 #1 Williams vs. #2 Midd................. 3-2 Women’s Basketball NCAA D-III Regional at DeSales 3/1 Midd. vs. John Carroll................ 62-54 3/2 DeSales vs. MIdd....................... 70-55 Men’s Basketball NCAA D-III Regional at Rowan 3/1 Nichols vs. Midd......................... 74-71 Men’s Lacrosse 3/3 Bates vs. Midd............................ 17-10 Women’s Lacrosse 3/2 Bates vs. Midd....................11-10 (OT)

MSJ tops OV; Otter boys to host Fair Haven

BRANDON — Visiting Mount St. Joseph on Friday outscored the Otter Valley Union High School boys’ basketball team down the stretch to win, 50-42. The 15-5 Mounties clinched the top seed in Division II with the win, while OV dropped to 11-9. The Otters still apparently earned a home game as the No. 8 seed, and it looks like they will host No. 9 Fair Haven on Tuesday or Wednesday. The Otters defeated the 11-9 Slaters twice this winter. A win in that game would mean a quarterfinal rematch with MSJ for OV. The Mounties twice bested the Otters this winter. Pairings were set to be released on Monday morning. On the previous Friday Logan Montilla scored 17 points to lead MSJ, which pulled away after the Otters rallied to tie the game at 3434. Pat McKeighan (13) and Dylan Mackie (11) led OV.

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He hopes to see more of the same in the playoffs. “We came out with fire and with passion, and all game we made that extra pass,” Carter said. “D-II is wide open.” Kelliher led the Eagles with 11 points, Logan Rodriguez scored 10, and Shain Sargent added seven. Sophomore Koby LaRose scored five in the fourth quarter stint as the Eagles closed with an 15-4 run. Clark said Mount Abe missed senior forward Parker Hines’ play and leadership on Thursday; he sat for one night due to a minor discipline issue. Clark said the Eagles, who will be seeded No. 12 in D-II and open at No. 5 U-32, would work to recapture their better play of late. “I felt like we were starting to gain some ground as far as how to close a game, and have a learned a lot over the past four or five games,” he said. “We’ll get back to the gym early tomorrow.” Andy Kirkaldy may be reached at andyk@addisonindependent.com.

Tiger boys’ basketball splits; earns No. 4 seed

MOUNT ABE CENTER Cora Funke pots a crucial basket to put the home team ahead by four points late in Friday’s 29-22 victory over U-32 in Bristol. Independent photo/Steve James

Eagles (Continued from Page 19) game at 18-18. After being outrebounded for three quarters, the Eagles also hit the boards harder in the fourth. A Chloe Johnston free throw at 5:08 followed her offensive board after senior center Cora Funke also snared an Eagle miss. And that was the only point in the quarter until 2:20, when Cook finally found a seam in the Raider zone and hit a short stop-and-pop jumper in the lane to make it 2420. U-32 guard Payton Gariboldi answered with a drive that was the first U-32 hoop since 5:50 of the third, but the Eagles finally managed to find the six-foot Funke in the post, and she laid the ball in at 1:30 to make it 26-22. Gariboldi again attacked the basket to cut the lead to two. Johnston hit a free throw for a three-point lead, but Raider Casey Flye earned a trip to the line with 19 seconds to go. She hit the first, and then the Eagles rebounding became crucial. Funke snared the miss, was fouled, and hit the first

of a one-and-one at the other end. When she missed the second, Cook and senior Jess Murray forced a jump ball, and the arrow favored the Eagles. U-32 had to foul Cook, and she hit the first to make it 29-25. The Raiders rushed down the floor but couldn’t get a shot off, and Cook cradled a loose ball as time expired. LaRose said the Eagles — who returned only Cook from among the 2018 title team’s starters after graduating eight seniors — are not firing on all cylinders offensively, but their effort and grit keep creating success. “We’re clearly not in a good rhythm right now, but we... keep clawing and scratching and hitting a few free throws,” LaRose said. “I’m hoping we can smooth some things out.” For the Raiders Emily Ehret led the way with nine points, including five straight to open the second half and make it 18-18. The Eagles had taken an 18-13 halftime lead when Murray and Cook each hit threes late in the (See Eagles, Page 21)

MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury Union High School boys’ basketball team split two games late last week to finish the regular season at 16-4. The Tigers look to have earned the No. 4 seed in Division I and will apparently host North Country (7-13) on either Tuesday or Wednesday at 7 p.m. and, with a win, host a quarterfinal this weekend. North Country played a tough schedule and owns an early-season win over BFA-St. Albans, which recently twice topped the Tigers. On this past Thursday host BFA broke on top early and cruised to a lead in a 59-38 victory over the Ti-

gers. The Bobwhites finished at 12-8 with nine straight wins. Tyler Buxton posted 11 points and 10 rebounds to lead MUHS, which played last week without senior Parker Beatty due to injury. The Tigers hope to have Beatty back for the postseason. On Saturday the Tigers got past visiting Missisquoi, 80-76, as Buxton (22) and Spencer Cadoret (18) combined for 40 points and each grabbed eight rebounds. Buxton added five steals, Jeff Lokatys scored 14, and Zach Dunn (11 points) and Tim Goettelmann each chipped in five assists. Ethan Creller tossed in 24 for the 3-17 T-Birds.

In hockey

MUHS girls tie Burr & Burton, receieve No. 7 seed for D-I playoffs By ANDY KIRKALDY MANCHESTER — After completing the regular season with a 3-3 tie at Burr & Burton on Wednesday, the Middlebury Union High School girls’ hockey team received the No. 7 seed for the Division I playoffs on Thursday. The 12-6-1 Tigers will open the playoffs at No. 2 Essex (17-2-1) on Tuesday at 6:15 p.m. The Tigers had earned the top slot in the second of three six-team girls’ hockey tiers this winter, but per Vermont Principals’ Association rules eight teams are required for postseason tournaments,

and the Tigers moved into the D-I postseason. The Tigers lost at home to Essex on Jan. 2, 8-1. Wednesday’s tie came against Burr & Burton (10-8-2), the top team in the third tier, which ended up earning the No. 1 seed in D-II in the experimental alignment used this year in girls’ hockey. Scoring for the Tigers were Avery Gale, Carlisle Brush assisting; Merry Kimble unassisted; and Audrey Tembreull, Aleta Mathers assisting. Goalie Lydia Deppman made 18 saves for the Tigers.

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Schedule HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Girls’ Hockey Division I Playoffs 3/5 #7 MUHS at #2 Essex............6:15 PM Semifinal............................................ TBA Boys’ Hockey Division I Playoffs 3/5 #5 SBHS at #4 MUHS.................7 PM Semifinal............................................ TBA Girls’ Basketball Division II Playoffs 3/4 #1 Mt. Abe vs. #4 L. Region...8:15 PM 3/9 Final at Aud............................3:45 PM Boys’ Basketball 3/4................. Playoff Pairings Announced

3/5&6..........................First-Round Games Nordic 3/4................ Classic State Meet at Rikert COLLEGE SPORTS Women’s Hockey 3/4 ..........NCAA D-III Pairings Announced Men’s Lacrosse 3/9 Midd. at Conn..............................1 PM Women’s Lacrosse 3/9 Conn. at Midd..............................Noon 3/10 Springfield at Midd....................1 PM Late games were played after deadline. Spectators are advised to consult school websites for the latest schedule updates.

MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury Union High School boys’ hockey team clinched a Division I home quarterfinal on Wednesday, the final day of the regular season, by upsetting first-place Essex, 2-1, at the Memorial Sports Center. The 9-8-3 Tigers earned the No. 4 seed in D-I and will host No. 5 South Burlington (8-11-1) at 7 p.m. on Tuesday. A win over the Wolves would almost certainly mean a rematch with No. 1 Essex (15-3-2). The date and time of that semifinal has yet to be determined. The Tigers split a pair of games vs.

South Burlington during the regular season, winning at home, 4-2, and losing on the road, 2-1. In this past Wednesday’s game vs. Essex, the Tigers took the lead on Bode Rubright’s first-period goal, assisted by Abel Anderson and Hale Hescock. Kolby Farnsworth’s unassisted strike 45 seconds into the second period proved to be the game-winner. Hornet Jonah Jamari made it 2-1 later in the second period, but that was the only puck that got past Tiger goalie Jeffrey Stearns (27 saves). Essex goalie Sam Foster made 22 saves.

Boy’s hockey upsets Essex Hornets, 2-1 MOUNT ABE’S MOLLY Murray (20), Jalen Cook (14) and Cora Funke (24) swarm the U-32 defense under the basket late in the Eagles’ home win on Friday. Independent photo/Steve James

Eagles (Continued from Page 20) second quarter, Cook at 0:10, to erase a 13-12 Raider advantage. Cook’s 10 points and six rebounds led the Eagles, while Johnston chipped in eight points, seven steals, three rebounds and three assists. Funke scored six, Murray grabbed five rebounds, senior Molly Murray contributed good defense and three boards, and freshman Grace Harvey came off the bench to offer solid defense and ball movement.

Lake Region (18-4), an easy winner over No. 5 Randolph in its quarterfinal, posted similar results to Mount Abe’s against three common foes: U-32, South Burlington and Missisquoi. Monday’s winner will face either No. 3 Fair Haven or No. 7 Springfield in Barre at 3:45 p.m. on Saturday. LaRose expects the Eagles to face more zones, and said better ball movement will be vital. “We don’t do a good job of finding the open shooters,” LaRose

said. “We’ve got to find a way to see things quicker.” On the other hand the Eagles have held six straight and 10 of their past 12 opponents to 32 points or fewer. “We work hard at it every day in practice. A lot of games it’s keeping us in it,” LaRose said. “Defense wins championships, I hope.” Andy Kirkaldy may be reached at andyk@addisonindependent. com.

MCTV SCHEDULE Channels 15 & 16 MCTV Channel 15 Tuesday, March 5 6 a.m. Non-Binding Resolutions 7:30 a.m. Legislative Breakfast 9 a.m. ACEDC - New Funding Opportunity 10 a.m. Town Meeting 4 p.m. Congregational Church Service 5:30 p.m. Ilsley Library Tell-Me Tour 7 p.m. Town Meeting 10 p.m. Public Affairs Wednesday, March 6 5 a.m. Green Mountain Veterans for Peace 6 a.m. Legislative Breakfast 7:30 a.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 9 a.m. Energy Week 10 a.m. Town Meeting 5 p.m. Development Review Board 6 p.m. Legislative Breakfast 7:30 p.m. The Story Matters 8 p.m. Green Mountain Care Board Thursday, March 7 12 a.m. Ilsley Library Tell-Me Tour 5 a.m. Energy Week 6 a.m. Development Review Board 7:30 a.m. Eckankar 8 a.m. Congregational Church Service 11 a.m. VT Digger - Digger Dish 12 p.m. Selectboard 8 p.m. Legislative Breakfast 9:30 p.m. Grounded Leadership 10 p.m. Green Mountain Veterans for Peace Friday, March 8 12 a.m. Vermont Media Exchange 5 a.m. Green Mountain Care Board 9:20 a.m. Senator Patrick Leahy 10 a.m. Selectboard, Legislative Breakfast 4 p.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 5:30 p.m. Development Review Board 9:30 p.m. The Story Matters

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11:30 a.m. Foxes In Our Midst 12:30 p.m. For the Animals 2 p.m. Emily Bernard “Black is the Body” Book Launch 3 p.m. BREXIT and the European Union 4:30 p.m. Noyana Singers 5 p.m. ACSD Board Meeting Wednesday, March 6 6 a.m. Mad Art Factory - Throwing On the Wheel 6:30 a.m. Yoga 10 a.m. First Wednesday 1 p.m. BREXIT and the European Union 4 p.m. Noyana Singers 4:30 p.m. Yoga for You 5 p.m. Keep Talking - Step Families 5:30 p.m. ACSD Budget Meeting 10 p.m. Emily Bernard “Black is the Body” Book Launch 11 p.m. Foxes in Our Midst Thursday, March 7 12 a.m. VT State Board of Education 6:30 a.m. Yoga for You 7 a.m. Keep Talking - Step Families 9 a.m. Poets Speak 10:36 a.m. OSHER – Sharks 12 p.m. ACSD Budget Meeting 2 p.m. First Wednesday 5 p.m. All Things LGBTQ 6 p.m. Local School Board Meetings 11 p.m. TBD Friday, March 8 7:30 a.m. Yoga for You 8 a.m. Emily Bernard “Black is the Body” Book Launch 9 a.m. BREXIT and the European Union 1 p.m. Noyana Speaks 1:30 p.m. Keep Talking - Step Families 2 p.m. BREXIT and the European Union 4:30 p.m. All Things LGBTQ

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PETS IN NEED HOMEWARD BOUND

Addison County’s Humane Society Buddy. 6 years, Chow/Shar-Pei mix, neutered male. Buddy is a handsome pup who can’t get enough affection! He is definitely a “family man” and forms strong bonds with the humans in his household. Sweet and attention-loving towards people, he isn’t able to be around other dogs, cats, or small animals. This quiet couch potato’s ideal home would be with a relaxed, adult family who lives in a rural location, so that he can go on walks and not have to worry about interacting with other dogs. Buddy adores car rides and will happily relax in the back seat while you cruise. So, if you’re on the lookout for buddy like Buddy, come meet him and see if you can offer him the happy ending he needs and deserves. Maple. 14 months, Coonhound, spayed female. Maple loves to be outdoors and is a total cuddle-bug! – gentle, loving and playful. Maple was kept primarily outside, so she will need a puppy friendly home to help her learn house manners. Maple gets overwhelmed by too busy of a household so we are requiring that she be in a home with children over the age of 13. Maple is a bit car-shy and prefers long treks through the wide woods over a road trip. She hasn’t had a lot of experience getting to know other animals, but lived happily for many months with her two siblings. Her best home would be one with a family who can keep up with how active she is and is ready to shower her with all the love she needs. Come scoop her up before she’s gone! Truvy. 1 year, short hair black, spayed female. Truvy is a playful youngster with lots of love to give. She isn’t used to being picked up, but sit down and she will quickly join you. She loves attention and is the kind of cat that will follow you around and meet you at the door. She is quick to run after a toy and just as quick to join you again on the couch. She is very affectionate and will lick your hand while you pet her. Come meet her soon and you’ll be glad you did. River. 8 years, short hair black & white, neutered male. River is a big, handsome fellow who enjoys the easy life! He is a very playful cat who likes to explore. He loves sitting on a window perch watching the world outside and snoozing, but bring out the catnip and partying will ensue! He tolerates the cats in his community room, but would really prefer a quiet home without other pets and young children. If you are looking for a cat who will seek you out for attention but not be constantly underfoot, then River might just be the cat for you! Stella. 6 months, medium hair tortie, spayed female. Stella is an active kitty who is always game for some playtimeshe is quick to pounce on a toy or leap in the air at whatever catches her eye! She loves snuggling with her littermate Silver and seems to get along with other cats. Stella and her brothers started their lives as street kittens and while her brothers have gotten used to people quickly, Stella is taking her sweet time and isn’t quite ready to be picked up yet. However with a little time and patience, Stella will be a stellar cat! Jerry. 1 year, American Guinea Pig, male. Jerry is the sweetest little pig, he is consistently so happy and always looking for attention and love. Jerry came back to the shelter after the kids in his former family lost interest in him. He loves to get out and exercise and check out his new play pen. Jerry would do great with kids, cats, and dogs. If you are looking for a single pig who just wants a fur-ever home full of playtime, love, and veggies, then stop on in and meet sweet Jerry!she is very quickly won over with a cat treat! Her previous shelter noted that she was one of the sweetest cats they had ever had their shelter. And we agree, she is very sweet- and very smart- this little gal is learning lots of nifty things in the Jackson Galaxy Cat Pawsitive program!

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Puppies make great additions to a household. Parents often find that dogs can teach youngsters lessons about compassion and responsibility, while moms and dads enjoy the companionship and unconditional love their dogs provide. As first-time dog owners learn shortly after bringing their puppies home, pets require a lot of work. That’s especially true of puppies, which must be housebroken so they can learn to live within the structure of a family. Crate training, which is supported by the American Kennel Club, is a great way to teach puppies proper behaviors and to get them to adjust to their new lives. Many dog owners, particularly those who have never before had a dog, may hesitate to employ crates to train their puppies. That’s understandable, as on the surface it can seem cruel or inhumane to confine a living animal to a cage. However, the AKC notes that dogs are den animals that naturally seek out canine caves for security. That’s true whether dog owners provide crates for their puppies or not. So while humans may see crates as cruel, dogs very likely view their crates as secure places where they can go if they get scared or feel skittish. In fact, according to the AKC, dogs’ perception of crates is one reason why dog owners typically find it relatively easy to get their dogs to adjust to crates and ultimately enjoy them. The AKC urges dog owners who plan to crate train their puppies to find appropriately-sized crates before they begin training. Crates should be just large enough for dogs to lie down, stand up and turn around. Dogs won’t embrace crates that are too small, and crates that are too big will give dogs the impression that they can use one corner to defecate and use the rest for sleep or play. That’s the wrong message to send, as dogs should never be encouraged to relieve themselves in their crates. Crate training can be invaluable when welcoming puppies into a home. Learn more at www.akc.org.

If you’d like to include your pet as “Pet of the Week” simply include your pet’s name, gender, approximate age (if you know it), along with comments about the pet’s favorite activities, your favorite activity with the pet, what the pet enjoys eating, and any particular stories or incidents you might like to share concerning your pet. Send the photo and story to the Addison Independent, Pet Page, 58 Maple St., Middlebury, Vt., 05753, or email a high-resolution jpeg to news@ addisonindependent.com.

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School News Hannaford Career Center names their top students

MIDDLEBURY — The Hannaford Career Center has announced the Outstanding Students for its second quarter, which closed in late January. Each quarter, HCC instructors select one student as their program’s Outstanding Student. These students and their guests attend an awards breakfast at the school’s restaurant, The Glass Onion, to be honored for their work ethic, creativity, approach to problem-solving, effort and attitude, collaboration, and other aspects of academics and the centerwide Habits of Work. Twenty-three students were honored. At the breakfast, catered by the school’s Culinary Arts program, Outstanding Students are introduced by their program instructor and receive a T-shirt, designed by a former graphic design program student. Their photo is then placed on the Wall of Fame at each campus. The second quarter Outstanding Students in each program are as follows: Computer Science Principles, Ileigh Aube (MUHS); Automotive Technology II, Austin Brown (MAUHS); Wildlife Management, Eben Clifford (MAUHS); Mechanical Science, Joseph Connor (Home); Automotive Technology I, Gabe Cousino (MAUHS); Engineering/Mechanical Design, Benjamin Crawford (MUHS); Visual Communications B. Tony Dicovitsky (Home); Precision Measurement & CNC, Nick Doolan (MUHS); Diesel Power Technology II, Lucas Farrell (MUHS); and Conservation Equipment Operation, William Forbes (MUHS). Also Human Services II, Ashley

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School Briefs Three local students have been named to Vermont Tech’s dean’s list for the fall 2019 semester of 2018. These students received a GPA of 3.5 or higher. All three are in the school’s Practical Nursing program. They include: Sean Beinhaur of Shoreham, Rachel LaVoie of Middlebury and Caitlynn Pecor of Vergennes. Three local lacrosse players have been named to Castleton University’s women’s lacrosse roster: Emma Best of Salisbury, Calista Carl of Bridport and Alaisha Lucia of Leicester. Bryce Kowalczyk, a member of the Colgate University Class of 2021, has earned the fall 2018 dean’s award for Academic Excellence. Kowalczyk is a graduate of Middlebury Union High School and is majoring in Astronomy/Physics.

Friend (MUHS); ART Performance, Eden Ginsburg (MAUHS); Diesel Power Technology I, Johan Harding (OVUHS); Design & Illustration, Claire Holloway (MAUHS); Sustainable Agriculture, Emily Jackson (VUHS); Medical Professions II, Katherine Kandzior (MAUHS); Introduction to STEM, Alexander Mencel (MUHS); Visual Communications A, Fairley Olson (MUHS); ART Technical, Peter Orzech (MUHS); Human Services I, Alanah Rockwell (MAUHS); Medical Professions I, Cassie Stearns (MUHS); Culinary Arts, Katelyn Warner (MUHS); Plant & Animal Science, Hannah Whitcomb (MAUHS). The third quarter closes on March 28, at which point new Outstanding Students will be selected in each program.

(Continued from Page 3) do that (send out text-alerts and other notifications) but they have much more resources than we do,” Lawton said. “Alameda County in California has a mosquito district that is about the same acreage as we are and they have a budget of close to $5 million.” MOSQUITO DANGERS The BLSG was formed in 1978 and consists of the towns of Brandon, Leicester, Salisbury, Goshen, and Pittsford, all of which lie in 7,000 acres in the Otter Creek watershed. Their mission is to reduce the levels of mosquitos for a better quality of life and lowering the potential of mosquito-transmitted diseases. The BLSG uses a combination of both larvicide and adulticide to fight mosquitos. The state provides funds for larvicide, up to $70,000, and the member towns provide funding for the adulticide. Like the names suggest, larvicide kills the mosquitoes while they are still in the larva stage, and adulticide kills adult mosquitos. Larvicide

is applied by aerial spraying or by dropping small, handheld treatments into pools, while adulticide is applied using ultra-low volume spraying from a truck driving down roads. According to that BLSG’s annual report, another mosquito district in the state, the Lemon Fair district in Cornwall and Weybridge, receives the same amount of state funding for larvicides despite the BLSG having four times more treatable acreage. The BLSG has said that it is working with state representatives to get more funding to apply more aerial treatments of larvicide. Rep. Butch Shaw, R-Florence, said he is in the process of requesting more funding. “I had an official meeting with the Appropriations Committee on Friday,” Shaw said. “We are seeking to get more parity in funding per acre between Lemon Fair and the BLSG.” On a more personal note, Lawton hopes that no resident in the district will ever have to go through the nightmare he went through. In

1989, Lawton’s wife, Claudette, was bitten by a mosquito and contracted a neuroinvasive virus. She went from being perfectly healthy that morning, to hospitalized by 7 p.m. that evening. Claudette laid in the hospital unconscious for two months. When her health finally returned, she had to learn to walk again. Lawton got into the business of mosquito control a year later. “I don’t want anyone else to have to go through that,” Lawton said. “She’s recovered since, but it was very worrying.”

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Help Wanted BANKRUPTCY: CALL to find out if bankruptcy can help you. Kathleen Walls, Esq. 802-388-1156.

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CONSTRUCTION: ADDITIONS, RENOVATIONS, new construction, drywall, carpentry, painting, flooring, roofing, pressure washing, driveway sealing. All aspects of construction, also property maintenance. Steven Fifield 802-989-0009.

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RSVP of Addison County connects volunteers age 55 and upewith the people and d r l o H organizations that need them the most. provides a wide ace e. of opportunities PlRSVP placrange s t i g n i hold rides to community members, assist serve as a reading mentor, deliver meals, Just provide at a local museum, and much more. We help community members find just the right volunteer opportunity to fit with their interests, schedule and goals. If you would like to learn more about our programs, please visit our website at www.volunteersinvt.org or contact us at 388-7044 or rsvpaddison@volunteersinvt.org.

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STA/Bet-Cha Transit is looking for drivers in Addison County, for routes, substitutes, and activities. No CDL is necessary, we will provide the training.

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CRUSHER OPERATOR Crusher operator – Experience and mechanical ability required. Benefits included. Call (802)482-2335 for more information or send resume to: Hinesburg Sand & Gravel, Co., Inc., 14818 Route 116, Hinesburg, VT 05461.

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Now taking resumes and applications for an IN SEASON up to 40 hrs/ OFF SEASON 20+ hrs per week position. Middlebury Agway is seeking an experienced, qualified and highly motivated individual to assist in a thriving retail plant sales department. Responsibilities include Care and Sales of Greenhouse and Nursery Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, plus a genuine interest in providing knowledgeable customer service. Extensive Plant knowledge is a must! Any Cashier experience is a plus. Qualified Candidate must have a dedicated work ethic and be able to perform physical lifting as required and work hard in the spring and summer seasons. Position will start approximately March 1st. Excellent Perks including an Employee Discount and Flexible Schedule but ability to work weekends is also a must. Please stop in to pick up an application or send Resume and References to: Middlebury AGWAY Farm & Garden, Attn: Jennifer Jacobs 338 Exchange St. Middlebury, VT 05753 or by email to info@middleburyagway.com

Full/Part time Housekeeping Part time Desk Associate A.M. & P.M. Bistro Attendant Candidates must be available weekends, evenings, and holidays. We offer competitive wages and benefits. Previous hotel experience is preferred but not required. Training is provided. Join our award-winning team, providing quality customer service, a positive attitude and excellent work ethic. Interested, qualified candidates can apply in person at 309 Court Street, Middlebury. Please, no phone inquiries.

We’re thrilled you’re interested in working for the finest whiskey company in the world.

All applicants may submit a resumé with 3 professional references to jobs@whistlepigrye.com.

TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY Assistant Gardener

experienced gardener to assist in the development and maintenance of the town’s garden beds, planters and hanging baskets. This is a seasonal, part-time position working with a lead gardener for up to 30 hours per week from April 1st through October 15th of each year. Work includes spring and fall bed clean-out, set-up and storage of planters and hanging baskets, weeding, mulching, watering, loading and moving of debris, soil and mulch. Job requires the safe operation of a vehicle, UTV, hand tools and various watering equipment including hydrants, pumps and hose work. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a current driver’s license, able to work independently, knowledgeable about gardening and plant identification, with an eye for color and the ability to plan ahead. An application can be obtained on the Town’s website, townofmiddlebury.org. Send letter of interest, resume and application to: Town of Middlebury Department of Public Works, Attn: Bill Kernan, 77 Main Street, Middlebury, Vermont 05753, or via email to bkernan@ townofmiddlebury.org. Applications may also be obtained in person at the Department of Public Works located at 1020 Route 7 South in Middlebury.

Middlebury Agway – 338 Exchange St. – Middlebury, VT.

Please visit www.whistlepigwhiskey.com/ work-with-us/ for a list of current openings and how to apply.

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Morway’s Moving and Storage is seeking a dynamic personable Experienced Driver and Mover to add to our team.

We seek candidates with a commitment to excellent customer service and an appreciation for variety in your job! Job Requirements: *Valid driver license *High school diploma or equivalent *Professional and friendly attitude and demeanor *Dependable and punctual *Stamina to lift heavy items (100 lbs or more) repeatedly while climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, walking, etc. Responsibilities include: Provide exceptional customer service as you safely move, pack and unpack customer belongings Communicate professionally in English, both verbally and in writing; comfortably interface with customer Compensation: $15.00 plus an hour plus tips If this sounds like you please stop by our office at 150 Krupp, Dr. Williston or e-mail your resume to Heidi@morwaysmoving.com.

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people-peRsoN foR ouR G N I HIR dyNAmIc sAles TeAm The Addison Independent is hiring a top-notch advertising representative with sales experience to sell new and service established accounts in Addison, Rutland, and Chittenden County. Individual must be excited to represent existing print and digital marketing plans as well as budding new digital platforms. Must enjoy meeting and working with people, have strong written and verbal communication skills and a desire to actively listen and help businesses succeed. Challenging, fast-paced work both within the office and on the road. Must have professional appearance, attention to detail and a creative attitude. This position offers ample opportunity to excel. Commission-based compensation with health care package, 401K benefits and flexible work schedule. Excellent opportunity for learning or honing sales/ business skills. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to: Christy Lynn, Director of Sales 58 Maple Street | Middlebury, VT 05753 christy@addisonindependent.com

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Bridge School of Middlebury, founded in 1980, is expanding it’s high quality education to include preschool. Are you interested in joining our team and being part of a new and creative venture opening in April? We are looking for two teachers, 40 and 30 hours, one of whom shall be licensed. Teachers with strengths in curriculum planning and collaborative teaming and an interest in emergent curriculum are encouraged to apply. Experience and degree in early childhood education or related field preferred. Salaried position with benefits. Send cover letter, resume, and three written references to Bridge School, 1469 Exchange St, Middlebury, Vt, 05753 or via email to jenne@ bridgeschoolvermont.org. For more information, contact Jenne Morton at 877-3742.

Account: Bridge School 2 Cols Wide CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR The Patricia A. Hannaford Regional Technical School District is looking for a student-centered construction instructor to join our collaborative team for the 2019-20 school year. The successful candidate will have experience and proven success working with young people in addition to a minimum of five years of experience in the building trades. Experience in multiple trades associated with residential and light commercial construction highly desirable. NCCER Certifications also highly desirable. Candidates must have a viable path to earning a Vermont Licensure endorsement in Career and Technical Education in 17-B Architecture and Construction.

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This position is anticipated to be half-time afternoons for the 2019-20 school year, moving to full time during the 2020-21 school year. Excellent benefits and school year, family-friendly work schedule. For more information, contact Len Schmidt at 802-382-1005.

Dana Peterson, Superintendent Hannaford Career Center 51 Charles Avenue Middlebury, VT 05753

Are you looking for an engaging position in a busy office where you can be part of an award-winning team that publishes community news every day? Are you a problem solver always looking to lend a hand? Do you have a can-do attitude where you’re always looking for the next way to help out? Then you might be JUST who we’re looking for!

Account: Addison Independent 3 Cols Wide Looking for something different? Your local newspaper is your BEST RESOURCE for local job opportunities!

The Addison County Independent is hiring a parttime administrative assistant to help in the advertising department. This gold star individual will work with our team of on-the-go sales executives and the rest of the office team to keep operations running smoothly and help get the paper to press smoothly! 20-30 hours depending on schedule and availability of the right applicant. Excellent organizational skills necessary, good command of spelling and grammar and a knack for creativity is helpful. Willing to train all specific skills. This is a great opportunity to get to know the ins and outs of the media business or hone your office skills. Please send letter of interest and resumé to Christy Lynn, Director of Sales/Associate publisher: christy@addisonindependent.com

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Help Wanted DRIVING POSITION opening for route sales & delivery 4 days a week. Class B CDL preferred but not required. This is a salaried position with benefits, pay is commensurate with experience. Apply in person at Maple Meadow Farm, 518 Maple Street, Salisbury. EASTVIEW AT MIDDLEBURY is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual for both our Maintenance and Housekeeping teams. Hours would be Monday – Friday with a possible weekend rotation. Competitive pay and benefits. Help us keep EastView beautiful and well-maintained. Interested? Send resume to acoyle@eastviewmiddlebury. com or call 989-7502.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, résumé, three letters of reference, and any applicable transcripts and/or certificates to:

This position will remain open until March 15th, 2019 . A candidate’s packet must be complete before an interview will be granted.

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GREENHOUSE WORKERS WANTED. Seasonal, MarchJune. Also part time available; great for students and others. Call Bill Spencer, First Season Greenhouses 802-475-2588. Best time to call between 5pm6pm. HOPE HAS AN opening for a part time retail associate. 15 hours a week, reliable schedule, fun and active environment. Must have good cash handling and math skills, and solid customer service ability. We also have a part time opening in our warehouse. 29.5 hours a week to start, with the potential for moving to full-time. Must have good customer service skills, be able to lift, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. Mechanical ability a plus. Send resume and cover letter, indicating the position for which you’re applying, to HOPE, 282 Boardman Street, Suite 1A, Middlebury, or email to receptionist@hope-vt.org. PAINTERS WANTED - Acorn Painting is seeking two professional painters for winter interior work. Excellent pay, great benefits. Reliable transportation, tools and a positive no nonsense attitude is a must. This is a great opportunity for people looking for full time work year round. A minimum of three years experience necessary. Call 453-5611 Serious applicants only.

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More students are named to the Mt. Abe honor roll BRISTOL — Mount Abraham Union High School has released an updated version of Grade 12 students on the honor roll to reflect changes recently made. Honor Roll recipients include: Highest Honors — Ashley Aldrich, Josie Brennan, Thomas Carr, Jalen Cook, Kai Dobek, Sawyer Forbes, Cora Funke, Eden Ginsburg, Grace Hobbs, Chessley Jackman, Evan Laurent, Owen Maille, William Martin, Jessalyn Murray, Molly Murray, Elizabeth Siminitus, Emily Tardie, Leeya Tudek and William Wright.

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High Honors — Lindsey Armell, Maxine Cromis, Isaiah DiNapoli, Casondra Dykstra, Olivia Heath, Claire Holloway, Althea Kane, Roman Mayer, Erik McLysaght and Emily Rathbun. Honors — Ryan Adams, Ruby Ball, Hannah Carpenter, Quinn Casillas, Emma Carlyle Grundon, Parker Hines, Katherine Kandzior, Peter Koenig, Patrick Marcotullio, Mhairi McMurray, Dana Norton, Olivia Paine, Sam Rathbun, Ryan Rougier, Ethan Sawyer and Walker Whittemore.

Rice names locals to honor roll

SOUTH BURLINGTON — Rice Memorial High School has announced its honor roll for the second quarter marking period. The following local students have been named to the roll: First Honors: William Crawford, Olivia Rooney, and Zikang Wang of

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Ferrisburgh and Natalie Martin of Waltham. Second Honors: Blanca Viadero Diez of Middlebury and Jasper Williams of Vergennes Honorable Mention: Frederick Pohlen of Middlebury and Carson Barnes of North Ferrisburgh.

MIDDLEBURY CEMETERY ASSOCIATION PUBLIC NOTICE

The annual meeting of the Middlebury Cemetery Association will be held at the offices of Langrock, Sperry and Wool, 111 S. Pleasant St., Middlebury, VT on Tuesday, March 19, 2019. 3/4, 7, 11, 14, 18

TOWN OF NEW HAVEN WARNING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD NOTICE OF HEARING

A public hearing before the Development Review Board of the Town of New Haven will be held at the Town Clerk’s Office on Monday, March 18, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. to consider the following: 1. To hear a request by Addison County Economic Development Corporation (Fred Kenney) Middlebury, Vermont (DRB2019-01-CU) for a Conditional Use approval for meat processing (curing) and warehousing facility at 16 Campground Road, Parcel #0516-000, in the HC district. 2. To hear a request by Lonie Parker of 192 Pine Oak Park, Vergennes, Vermont (DRB2019-02-SP) for a Site Plan approval for additions to the existing restaurant building, the addition of an event pavilion and extended hours of operation, at 7404 Ethan Allen Highway, Porky’s Place, Parcel 0127-000, in the HC district. This review is an amendment to an approved site plan (2018DRB-08-SP). Applications may be viewed at the New Haven Town Office at 78 North Street during normal business hours Participation in local proceeding is a prerequisite to the right to take any subsequent appeal. The above applications are available for inspection at the Town Clerks office during normal business hours. Persons wishing to appear and be heard by the Board may do so in person or be represented by an agent or attorney. Communications about the above applications may also be made in writing to the board on or before the date of the hearing. New Haven Zoning Administrator

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NOTICE OF SALE

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Chapter 92 of Vermont State Lien Law, Prime StorageMiddlebury located at 220 Exchange Street, Middlebury, VT 05753 will sell the contents of the following units online for CASH only, if payment is not received. Unless otherwise stated, the description of the contents are household goods and furnishings, boxes, misc. Auction to be held online at www.Storagetreasures.com beginning Sunday March 10, 2019 and ending Tuesday March 19, 2019. Unit 185F Andrew Leonard Owner reserves the right to bid at sale, reject any/all bids, cancel or adjourn sale. All purchased goods are sold “as-is”. For more details or to pre-register go to www. Storagetreasures.com. Any parties having an interest in said Units, for more information or to make payment, may call 802-388-7920.

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Audy Trucking LLC Audy Trucking LLC is hiring for an experienced class A driver. Our fleet hauls grain, minerals, and aggregate with dump and hopper bottom trailers. The job requires weekly overnights and home weekends. We offer health benefits, paid vacation, as well as mileage and safety bonuses. Please inquire by email to Jeff Audy at audytrucking@hotmail.com, call Jeff at 802-989-5024 or call the office at 870-7121. Clean Driving Record A MUST! For Sale

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1980 MACK SUPERLINER, 14yd. Tandem Dump Truck and 1973 International Crawler TD7. Call Clem 802-7582037.

DRY, WINTER/SUMMER STORAGE SPACE in Addison. Available storage space in my barn for summer/winter storage. The barn is structurally sound and weather-tight with electricity. No heat or running water. The barn is also available for lease. The entrance door measurements are 8’ wide by 7’ high. For more info: 802-363-3403 or rochon_m@yahoo.com.

2 WINPOWER ELECTRIC generators, PTO driven. Model 8040 $2,000. Model 4525 $1,400. 802-453-3870. BARRELS - 55 GALLON food grade. Great storage for sap/ syrup, water, grain, compost. $25/each. Call 453-4235. FOUR NOKIAN ROTIIVA HT tires. 265/65R17 116T XL. Fit 2nd gen. Tacoma. $240. 759-6001. PRIVACY HEDGES - spring blowout sale. 6ft. Arborvitae reg. $179, now $75. Beautiful, nursery grown. Free Installation/Free delivery. Limited Supply. Order now: 518-5361367, lowcosttreefarm.com.

For Rent BRISTOL VILLAGE, HIGHLY Visible Retail/Office street level space on the Main Street. Approx. 1,800 SF plus basement storage. Available March 1, 2019. $1,370 mo. Call Tom at Wallace Realty 453-4670 or Tom@WallaceRE.com. BRISTOL; 3 BEDROOM available. Utilities included are: Heat, hot water, lawn care, snow removal, garbage and parking. Tenant pays electric. Small storage space included. 802-453-2566 CORNWALL 1 BEDROOM apartment, 1-1/2 bath, skylights, private deck. $950/mo. includes heat and hot water. batesproperties@yahoo.com

FOR RENT; OFFICE space Main Street, Bristol. 2nd floor, 345 sq. ft. Available April 2019. Call 453-4573. MIDDLEBURY 1 BEDROOM apartment located in quiet rural neighborhood. Includes; heat, trash and snow removal, lawn care. Tenant pays electric. No pets. References and security deposit required. $850. monthly. 802-453-3135. MIDDLEBURY 2 BEDROOM near downtown. Appliances, off street parking, lease. No pets. Real Net Management Inc. 802-388-4994. MIDDLEBURY 3 BEDROOM ground floor apartment with deck and parking, in the center of town. $1,400/mo. all inclusive. No pets. 802-349-8544.

For Rent SMALL OFFICE SPACE, 656 Exchange Street, Middlebury. $500/month. 802-388-4831. S U G A RW O O D A PA R TMENTS is currently accepting applications for 2, 3 and 4 BR apartments in Middlebury. All income/assets must be verified to determine monthly rent, but tenants only pay 30% of their income toward rent. NP/ NS. W/D hook-ups. Call 802247-0165 or visit our website summitpmg.com. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Want to Rent MIDDLEBURY ROOM OR studio apartment wanted to rent. Locally-employed man: handy, hard working and responsible, and can exchange labor, maintenance for affordable rent. Can provide solid references from employers and landlords. 978-514-0975.

Wood Heat MIDDLEBURY UPSTAIRS STUDIO apartment with parking and utilities. New carpeting and paint. No animals, no smoking, no exceptions. References and deposit required. $750. monthly. Available now. 453-4823 after 6pm. MIDDLEBURY, 2,600 SQ FT office space. Court St., central location, parking. Can be subdivided. Real-Net Management Inc. 802-388-4994. MIDDLEBURY: SHARE A lovely home w/active, retired professional who enjoys cultural events. $500/mo. (plus utilities) and lending a hand in the yard. Private bath. No deposit. 863-5625, HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refs, background check required. EHO. RIPTON: SHARE A home w/woman in her 60’s who enjoys VPR & gardening. $400/mo. (all inc.) plus some help w/ yard-work. No smoking. No deposit. 863-5625, HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refs, background check required. EHO.

It’s against the law to discriminate when advertising housing. And it’s easier to break the law than you might think. You can’t say “no children” or “adults only.” There is lots you can’t say. The federal government is watching for such discrimination. Let us help you sift through the complexities of the Fair Housing Law. Stay legal. Stay on the right side of the nation’s Fair Housing Law. Call the Addison Independent at

(802) 388-4944.

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FIREWOOD. CUT, SPLIT and delivered. $210/cord seasoned. $185/cord green. 802-282-9110.

Real Estate EAST MIDDLEBURY, DAISY Lane Lot #11. Beautiful, level 1/2 acre building lot with good southern exposure on a private lane. Town water, power and cable hookups at curbside. Site approved for four bedroom home with conventional (no mound necessary) septic system. $68,000. Call Jack Brown 388-7350.

Att. Farmers AVAILABLE: 36’ X 80’ hoop barn with 40’ x 120’ barnyard, with manure stacking pad and 25’ x 200’ cement feed alley. Available May 15th. Cornwall. Call Marc 989-2341. HAY FOR SALE, small square bales and mulch. 802-4532054. HAY FOR SALE. Small square bales, First cut, mulch. 802-349-9281. WHITNEY’S CUSTOM FARM WORK. Pond agitating, liquid manure hauling, drag line aerating. Call for price. 462-2755, John Whitney.

Wanted TRUSTED 3RD GEN. VT Antique dealer specializing in jewelry, watches, silver, art, military, antique collectibles, etc. Visit bittnerantiques.com or call Brian at 802-272-7527. Consulting/appraisal services available. House calls made free of charge. VCR OR A VCR/ dvd combo. Must be in good working order. 352-4323 and ask for Ron.

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Free throw champs

THE ST. AMBROSE Parish Council hosted the District Free-Throw Championship at Mt. Abraham High School in Bristol. District participants, standing from left to right are: local Council Champs Lauren Cousino, Luisa Painter, Ava Francis, Peter Maneen, Joey Maneen, and Will Clark; Jackson LaMarche, boys’ 9-year-old District Champ; Holland Vanderway, girls’ 9-year-old District Champ; Connor Nason, boys’ 10-year-old; Adrienne Smits, girls’ 10-year-old; Hayden Lutz, boys’ 11-year-old; Ashtin Stearns, girls’ 11-yearold; Michael Sayre, boys’ 12-year-old, Kaydence Pecor, girls’ 12-year-old; Kyra Bradford, girls’ 13-year-old; Lucas Grover, boys’ 14-year-old. The District Champions are set to compete at the State Championship in Winooski on March 17.

Salt sheds (Continued from Page 1) Salisbury officials had budgeted a total of $25,000 for sand this winter. The town’s overall spending for sand was at around $25,400 as of Feb. 28, according to town Treasurer Brenda Burchard. It should be stressed these figures don’t mean communities will stop running snow plows and salt

attachments after all of the budgeted money has been spent. Service will continue. It just means municipalities will need to find additional resources through past highway budget surpluses (if they have them), by shifting funds from other parts of the budget that are performing better, or by retroactively covering their winter salt/sand deficits during fiscal

year 2020. Middlebury Director of Operations Bill Kernan provided some insights into how this winter has been affecting winter road maintenance in the county’s shire town. The town of Middlebury essentially maintains six primary plowing routes broken up by location

and type of road, served by six large, single- and tandem-axel trucks. The community also uses a smaller, oneton pickup equipped with plow and portable spreader to assist with tight areas downtown, including parking lots, according to Kernan. Kernan said the department contracts winter maintenance services for what he described as “a number of outlying areas (that) are difficult to incorporate into a regular route.” Middlebury budgeted $7,500 for contractual services for FY’19 and had spent $28,265 on such services as of last week, according to town officials. “The nature of the storm events this year resulted in some very long days for staff creating an overtime burden in excess of 60 hours per employee during some weeks,” he said through an email. “Due to several back-to-back storms, the highway crew was not able to break away from keeping the roads clear in order to perform a downtown cleanup of stockpiled snow so this had to be contracted out.” Middlebury usually goes into the winter season with a healthy stockpile of both salt and sand, according to Kernan. “These stockpiles are currently quite diminished, which could possibly result in budget overruns in the next fiscal year since the budget has already been set,” he said. “The town keeps a stockpile of material available for use by town residents free of charge and this needed to be replenished more frequently than in years past.” The surging cost of both sand and salt is also adding to the cost overruns, officials said.

Current sand prices are 50 cents per ton higher that last year’s bid price, which reflects and 5.5-percent increase, according to Kernan. And Middlebury is paying $8.88 more per ton for salt than last year’s bid price, reflecting a 12.7-percent hike, he added. More storms means more intensive use of plow trucks. Middlebury’s highway department vehicles used 1,165 more gallons of fuel this past January than during the same month last year, according to Kernan. He noted icy conditions have also led to more extensive sidewalk maintenance, which he said has taken “a sizeable toll” on salt stockpiles. The town maintains 16 miles of sidewalk and each sidewalk machine has a three-quarter-yard hopper, which needs to be refilled several times throughout the day. Adding to this season’s challenges have been several freeze-thaw events that have required additional maintenance of gravel roads, according to Kernan. “Once the top surface of the road thaws out and refreezes, all of the previously applied sand is rendered useless and the entire road needs to be treated again,” he explained. The North Branch Road in East Middlebury, Kernan said, becomes particularly treacherous during icing events and requires constant attention. “It takes two full tandem loads of sand to make it to the top of the road and during active events this is a non-stop process of application after application until the event is over,” he said. Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

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Wallace Realty 48 Mountain Terrace Bristol, VT 05443 PH: 802-453-4670 • Fax 802-453-5898 Visit our websites at: www.wallacere.com www.greenbuiltvermont.com

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 as amended which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, or persons receiving public assistance, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD Toll-free at 1-800-424-8590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 426-3500.

WHAT IS THAT Bird? Find out about the Vermont Atlas of Life and how to use it to identify species at a talk at Ilsley Public Library in Middlebury on Thursday, March 14.

Learn about an app to identify wildlife MIDDLEBURY — For anyone who has found themselves in the woods on a hike, or even in their backyard wondering at some unknown fungi, insect, plant, or animal, there is now an app to help out. Learn more about iNaturalist and the Vermont Atlas of Life, at a talk sponsored by Otter Creek Audubon on Thursday, March 14, at 7 p.m. at Ilsley Public Library in Middlebury. iNaturalist is a tool that can be used both on phones and computers to both help identify these mystery organisms and contribute observations to numerous citizen science projects. The Vermont Center for Ecostudies operates a project on iNaturalist called the Vermont Atlas of Life. Its objective

is to document the biodiversity of the Green Mountain State. Using everything from historical records, to data from scientific studies, to sightings from citizen scientists and casual observers, the Vermont Atlas of Life is a vast database that can be used to track changes in abundance, distribution, and biodiversity throughout our state. The Citizen Science Outreach Naturalist at the Vermont Center for Ecostudies, Nathaniel Sharp, will provide a crash course on the basics of iNaturalist, demonstrating how to use the technology behind iNaturalist to identify mystery species, and how observations of plants and wildlife can contribute to the understanding of biodiversity

in Vermont. The talk and demo will be held downstairs in the Community Room at Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St in Middlebury. It’s free and open to the public.

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Save the date:

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