Monthly Archives: September 2012
Residents honored with Philanthropic Leadership Award
| September 26, 2012 | Filled under Headlines, Our Town |
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On Thursday, Sept. 20 the Vermont Community Foundation (VCF) honored 15 individuals, including Shelburne residents Fred Hackett, Barbara W. Snelling, and Sallie Soule, with the Philanthropic Leadership Award at its 25+1 Anniversary Celebration and Annual Meeting at the Coach Barn at Shelburne Farms. Established in 2006 and given every five years, the award honors people… Read More
Book sale returns
| September 26, 2012 | Filled under Headlines, Our Town |
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It’s that time of year again! The 48th Annual Pierson Library Book Sale and the Shelburne Fire Department and Firefighters Pancake Breakfast is approaching. The Book Sale will be held Saturday, Oct. 6, from 9 am-5 pm and Sunday, Oct. 7, from 10 am-3:30 pm at the Shelburne Town Center Gym. Run by The Friends of the… Read More
Neighbors celebrate rich history
| September 26, 2012 | Filled under Headlines, Our Town |
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On Saturday, Sept. 22, about 50 neighbors gathered to celebrate their Shelburne neighborhood of Meadow Lane, Timber Lane, and Hillside Terrace. One resident of 35 years remarked, “We used to know our neighbors through our children who are now grown, but have lost touch over the years.” It was a wonderful day for sharing stories… Read More
Knit a Dishcloth, Buy a Goat
| September 26, 2012 | Filled under Our Town |
by Lettie Stratton Shelburne Community School (SCS) eighth grader Emma Pell earns money babysitting and doing odd jobs during the summer, but she doesn’t spend her hard-earned funds on clothes or movie tickets. Instead, she buys goats. That’s right—Emma has saved her allowance and babysitting money to purchase two goats for less fortunate families in… Read More
Shelburne Highway Super named Master Scholar
| September 26, 2012 | Filled under Headlines, Our Town |
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Paul Goodrich, Shelburne Highway Superintendent, was recognized on Sept. 18 by the Vermont Local Roads Program for completing Level 3 of the Roads Scholar Program and for becoming a Master Scholar. Paul received the recognition at a workshop in front of his peers. Level 3 represents 126 training hours in the following categories: Environmental (12… Read More
Vision for 7
| September 26, 2012 | Filled under Headlines, Our Town |
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Creating a better pattern for development for Route 7 in Shelburne by Kate Lalley Voters on Nov. 6 will be asked to vote on a ballot item to bring re-investment and renewal to commercial Route 7. How will you decide? What is Vision for 7? Vision for 7 is a project for commercial renewal and… Read More
They’re back
| September 26, 2012 | Filled under Our Town |
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The “Leaf People” of Shelburne have returned thanks to Gracie Pinney. The leaf woman, above, found her way to Wind Ridge Publishing, 233 Falls Road, after Pinney and a group of volunteers began finding homes for the colorful and seasonal residents last weekend. Read More
Early voting, voter registration encouraged before Election Day
| September 26, 2012 | Filled under Our Town |
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Shelburne Town Clerk Colleen Haag expects long lines at the polls on Election Day Tuesday, Nov. 6. Haag is encouraging absentee/early ballots for those who may be out of town, may not want to wait in line, or whose schedule does not fit the 7 am to 7 pm voting day hours. Please call the office… Read More
Vote for Joan Lenes
| September 26, 2012 | Filled under Our Town, The Readers Write |
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Here’s why I support Joan Lenes for re-election to our state legislature. During my 25 years in Shelburne, I’ve come to know and respect the work of Joan Lenes. In the legislature, Joan responds to all the people of Shelburne and St. George and is always available to discuss our concerns. For example, I’ve left… Read More
It’s Illegal…
| September 26, 2012 | Filled under Our Town, The Readers Write |
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Did you know that it is illegal to cross over the yellow line in the road when there is oncoming traffic? Yes, it’s true! Almost daily I have oncoming cars cross into my lane because those cars are trying to pass a biker or pedestrian. Sometimes the driver of the oncoming car is also talking… Read More
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