September 6, 2014
Cars vandalized at Lincoln Gap
LINCOLN Ñ On Aug. 27, Vermont State Police of the New Haven Barracks responded to the Lincoln Gap trailhead for a report of multiple car breaks. Troopers spoke with the owners of several vehicles parked at the trailhead whom were victimized while out hiking. Car windows were smashed using unknown methods. Anyone with information is asked to contact Vermont State Police - New Haven, (802) 388-4919, or submit a tip through, Text Ò CRIMESÓ (274637) to Keyword: VTIPS.
Cyclist injured in Waltham
On Aug. 26, a vehicle operated by Stephen D. Johnson, 54, of Waltham was travelling on Green Street, in Waltham, and collided with a cyclist on the roadway. Johnson assisted the cyclist, Jerome F. Milks, 60, of Waltham and called 911. Cyclist was transported to Porter Hospital for treatment for injuries suffered. Alcohol or drugs were not contributing factors. Some injuries were sustained. This case is still under investigation.
Killington man arrested, jailed
KILLINGTON Ñ On Aug. 25, at approximately 5:48 p.m., members of the Vermont State Police of the Rutland Barracks responded to a call for service in the Town of Killington. Troopers were advised that a male and female were involved in a domestic type argument that had become physical. Police said that their investigation revealed that Alexander R. Salgo, 25, of Killington had assaulted a household member and he was taken into custody for first degree aggravated domestic assaulted and violation of conditions of release. Salgo was subsequently lodged at Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility for lack of $25,000 bail.
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Vt. primary: Dissent against establishment candidates By Bruce Parker bparker@watchdog.org MONTPELIER Ñ In a primary election marked by low voter turnout and scores of unchallenged races, VermontÕ s major party establishment candidates saw significant protest votes. Gov. Peter Shumlin, the leader of VermontÕ s Democratic Party and head of the Democratic Governors Association, won only 77 percent of his partyÕ s vote. More than 16 percent of Vermonters voted for H. Brooke Paige, whose run to become the Democratic Party nominee for governor consisted of lambasting Ò Emperor Shumlin,Ó opposing single-payer and Common Core, and pushing solar and wind power. Another 6 percent of the Democratic vote went to write-ins. On the Republican side of the aisle, moderate establishment candidate Scott Milne won the support of 72 percent of the vote, CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
Talented vocalist and musician Mark LaVoie has been playing harmonica and performing for over 42 years. His acoustic style is reminiscent of harmonica legend Sonny Terry, his mentor. With more than 35 harmonicas in his case, he plays with range and brings his history of authentic blues performance to a solo concert, Saturday, Sept. 13, 8 p.m. at the Mahaney Center for the Arts Concert Hall. The concert is free. Photo by Lily Chau
A Hinesburg woman makes a difference By Gail Callahan
gail4kidsire@burlingtontelecom.net HINESBURG Ñ Jane Gage is the face of HinesburgÕ s Meals on Wheels program. The program, run under the auspices of the Champlain Valley Agency on Aging, serves about 10 clients in town, and has now expanded to one person, living in nearby St. George. The epicenter of the project for Hinesburg is run out of GageÕ s Hinesburg home. She fields calls, coordinating drivers and routes. A nutritious meal is given to each client. Ô IÕ ve been doing this for 10 or 11 years,Ó said Gage. Ò Everyday is busy.Ó For her efforts, Gage, who moved to Vermont from Michigan 11 years ago, will shortly be honored with a community award, the Building Block, recognizing voluntary efforts. In all, 49 people will be toasted at the United WayÕ s Ò Live UnitedÓ Breakfast Sept. 4, according to information from the agency. Gage, who noted she was Ò surprisedÓ by the honor, said she spends about two to three hours a day, supporting the Meals on Wheels program. She noted that many people who donate time to the program will go back on their own, visiting the person to whom they deliver food, and Gage pointed out she also will visit with an elderly person, developing a warm relationship.
Jane Gage of Hinesburg, visiting with a Meals on Wheels client. Eagle photo
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