Category: Headlines
Sanders, Energy Co-Op kick off solar hot water program
| February 6, 2013 | Filled under Business, Headlines |
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Vermont’s political representatives, including Senator Bernie Sanders, Andrew Perchlik from the Department of Public Service and CEDF, Tom Berry from Sen. Leahy’s office, Jon Copans from Congressman Welch’s office, and David Blittersdorf, CEO of AllEarth Renewables, joined members of the Energy Co-op of Vermont at Sunward Systems’ brand new Shelburne headquarters to announce the launch… Read More
Resident named University of Delaware provost
| February 6, 2013 | Filled under Headlines, Our Town |
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The University of Vermont’s vice president for research and dean of the Graduate College, Domenico Grasso, has been named provost at the University of Delaware. He will remain in his current post at UVM through Aug. 14. “I am most grateful to Dr. Grasso for his service to the University of Vermont, both as dean… Read More
Shelburne couple pleads not guilty to charges
| January 30, 2013 | Filled under Headlines, Our Town |
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Resident George Wilson and his wife, Ann Gilbreth, faced charges of one count each of cruelty to animals at their arraignment on Tuesday, Jan. 29. Wilson, a former Channel 3 reporter, pleaded not guilty while the charges against Gilbreth were initially dismissed for lack of probable cause. According to reports Shelburne Police did not state… Read More
Champlain Lanes bowl-a-thon supports inspiring movie
| January 30, 2013 | Filled under Arts & Entertainment, Headlines, Lifestyle |
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After filming a scene for the movie “I am Here” at Champlain Lanes last summer, owner Mike Longe passed a business card to Emily Anderson, the film’s producer and co-director. The card read, “Call me about having a bowl-a-thon. I will help. I think we can raise some good money.” Longe stuck by his words. The “I am… Read More
Weather doesn’t spoil WinterFest
| January 30, 2013 | Filled under Arts & Entertainment, Headlines, Lifestyle |
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Despite the frigid weather and lack of snow hundreds of area residents turned out for the annual celebration of winter at Shelburne Farms Saturday, Jan. 26. At right, two youngsters play on the giant snow mountain in the courtyard of the Farm Barn which offered lots of climbing and sliding fun for everyone during WinterFest.… Read More
Celebrate winter at WinterFest
| January 23, 2013 | Filled under Arts & Entertainment, Headlines |
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WinterFest at Shelburne Farms is a great way to celebrate the season whether the weather cooperates with lots of snow or organizers have to get creative with snow-free fun. Whatever the weather, WinterFest is fun with activities and entertainment for every age, from sledding on the hill to cheese sampling and great entertainment. A co-production… Read More
Resident named Executive Director of Burlington Emergency Shelter
| January 23, 2013 | Filled under Headlines, Our Town |
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The Burlington Emergency Shelter is pleased to announce the appointment of Shelburne resident Valerie Brosseau to Executive Director. Brosseau, who joined the Burlington Emergency Shelter (BES) team in 2010, has been serving as the Community Relations Director. In this role, she has been instrumental in cultivating lasting relationships with agencies, individuals, student groups, volunteers, churches, and local… Read More
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. leads UVM’s celebration of MLK
| January 16, 2013 | Filled under Headlines |
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The University of Vermont will launch a series of events to honor the life of King. The highlight will be a keynote speech by renowned Harvard professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr. on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 4 pm to 5:30 pm in Ira Allen Chapel. The event is free but tickets must be picked up Friday, Jan.… Read More
SCS students create winter wonderland for Sandy Hook
| January 16, 2013 | Filled under Education, Headlines |
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By Sheri Duff Days before winter break an email arrived from a Connecticut Parent Teacher Student Association member with a request. The email said, “Please encourage students and families to create a winter wonderland for Sandy Hook students by participating in a project called ‘Snowflakes for Sandy Hook.’” The appeal continued, “We need snowflakes to decorate… Read More
PTO hosts International Potluck Dinner Jan. 18
| January 16, 2013 | Filled under Headlines, Our Town |
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The Shelburne Community School PTO will hold its annual International Potluck Dinner from 6-7:30 pm on Friday, Jan. 18 in the SCS cafeteria. This is a popular (and free!) community event, in which children can taste flavors from around the world and adults can interact with other Shelburne community members. As always, there will be… Read More
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