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Drivers injured in Monkton crash MONKTON Ñ On July 27, Vermont State Police troopers from New Haven responded to a two-vehicle, injury crash on Bristol Road in Monkton at the intersection of Hardscrabble Road. Troopers said that their investigation determined that vehicle 2, a 2011 Jeep Patriot, driven by Toni Forbes, 50, of Middlebury, was traveling southbound on Bristol Road when vehicle 1, a 2013 Nissan Rogue driven by Joanne Boutin, 55, of Monkton, turned in front of it from Hardscrabble Road. Vehicle 2 struck vehicle 1 in the driverÕ s side door and front quarter panel. Both occupants of vehicle 2 were transported to Fletcher Allen Health Care by Bristol Rescue. The nature of their injuries is still to be determined. The operator of vehicle 1 was treated on scene. Both vehiclesÕ airbags deployed and all occupants involved were wearing their seatbelts. Anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact Vermont State Police at 802-388-4919.
Meiler hits the right mark
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HOT NEON MAGIC
By Gail Callahan gail4kidsire@burlingtontelecom.net SHELBURNE Ñ Flo Meiler is an octogenarian, but that doesnÕ t slow the Shelburne resident down. Far from letting her age set limitations, Meiler, 80, is a long-time competitor in the Senior Games, and is a world-record holder in track and field. But those who know Meiler, a married mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother and volunteer, know her grit and determination fuel her passion to succeed. Ò IÕ ve been competing in the Senior Games for 20 years,Ó said Meiler, from her Shelburne home. Ò I was playing tennis at the time, and a friend suggested I try track, so I was recruited for track.Ó Meiler tackled the long jump. She said she fell in love with the event and routinely competes in a number of different events in a meet. She also enjoys pole vaulting,recently clearing 6 feet and is a big champion of the steeple chase. In mid-July, she travelled to the U.S. MasterÕ s National Track and Field competition. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13
RETROACTIVE — Actor Hugh Grant tried it in the movie “Music and Lyrics”, but Vermont-based Hot Neon Magic actually found their groove with a revival of the 1980s New Wave sound. The band will perform at Two Brothers Tavern Lounge in downtown Middlebury at 9 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 16. Break out your acid washed jeans, fluorescent tees and retro shades for a throwback danceathon. $3 admission.
Shapiro’s department store is a Brandon landmark By Elicia Mailhoit
elicia@addison-eagle.com
R.V. vandalism in Addison A D D I S O N Ñ Ve r m o n t State Police responded to a vandalism complaint at 6640 Route 125, Addison. Troopers reported that Diane Morrissey, 58, of North Adams Mass., reported that somebody had poked holes in her R.V. screen porch between the date of July 6 and July 27. If anyone has any information about the incident please report it to the VSP at 802-388-4919.
Tonya Bonvouloir of Shapiro’s Fudge and Salsa in Brandon. Eagle photo
BRANDON Ñ Peter and Tonya Bonvouloir wanted to start their own business and knew that Brandon would be the perfect setting. The two purchased ShapiroÕ s, downtown BrandonÕ s landmark department store, in August 2013 and have been renovating the store to make it their own. Despite a store full of retail goods, something was still missing, according to Tonya. They decided to make and sell her delicious salsa, a mediumheat recipe that was given to her by a close friend years ago and only uses fresh produce. After they began the process to make salsa, Peter thought it would be a great addition to make fudge as well. With help from their two youngest children, the pair is creating batches of the products. The Bonvouloirs are excited to begin making fudges in flavors ranging from maple walnutÑ made with pure Vermont syrupÑ to Almond Joy and much more. They are also pairing with other local products, including Fat Toad Farm goats milk caramel, Ledge Haven Farm maple syrup, Gringo JackÕ s Chips, produce from Queen Bee Farm, and local apples for some great fall recipes. Fudge and salsa can be purchased at ShapiroÕ s, located at 12 Park St. in Brandon.