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Man charged with excessive speed on Plank Rd NEW HAVEN Ñ On April 29, Levi Cousino, 26, of Bristol was stopped on Plank Road in New Haven for traveling more than 30 mph over the posted speed limit.

He was charged with excessive speed and subsequently released.

Trailer stolen from residence in Addison A D D I S O N Ñ Ve r m o n t State Police are investigating a theft of a utility trailer from a residence located on Route 17 in Addison April 24. If you have information regarding this incident, contact State Police at 802-3884919. Information can also be submitted online at www. vtips.info or text CRIMES (274637) to keyword VTIPS.

Police charge Bristol woman with disorderly conduct BRISTOL Ñ On April 9, Vermont State Police in New Haven received a report that Dusty Grace, 21, of Bristol was firing a gun in the direction of a neighbors residence in an attempt to pick a fight with them.

State Police said it was also reported that he was intoxicated and fighting with other people on scene.

A State Trooper and a Bristol P.D. officer arrived and were able to get Grace into custody and secure the firearm without incident.

No one was injured during this event. Grace was initially charged with disorderly conduct. The incident is still being investigated.

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Barnes & Noble: Gone by New Years?

By Michael Levin Special to the Eagle If anyone gives you a Barnes & Noble gift card, be sure to cash it in by the end of the year.

This may be the last year that Barnes & Noble bookstores remain open (in Burlington, Vt., local management has given no indication that this will happen anytime soon.)

ItÕ s bad news for people who love books. ItÕ s worse news for the next generation of readers, who may never experience buying a book in a bookstore.

B&N has been closing about 20 stores per year since 2012 and has said it will continue to do so for the next several years. But its financial position CONTINUED ON PAGE 18

CARHOP SERVICE— It was a chilly start to the drive-in season at the A&W Restaurant on U.S. Route 7 in Middlebury April 23-24. Carhop Priscilla Mayo, pictured here taking a drive-up order, said the restaurant’s popular menu remains unchanged this year with all the favorite offerings—from root-beer floats and hamburgers to dogs and fries. The fast-food dining chain began in California in 1919 with its branded A&W Root Beer. Owned by Anthony Neri, the Middlebury A&W stand is the last of its kind in Vermont.

Photo by Lou Varricchio

Bear cub spotted last week on the Middlebury campus From College Reports

A black bear cub was observed near Middlebury College’s compost area on South Street Extension (the backside of the Golf Course near the College’s jogging trail). Pictured: A black bear cub roams a golf course in Bethlehem, N.H., in 2010.

Photo courtesy of Maplewood Cottage, N.H.

MIDDLEBURY Ñ Early on the evening of May 1, the Middlebury College Public Safety Department received information from the Middlebury Police Department that a black bear cub was observed near the collegeÕ s compost area on South Street ExtensionÑ on the backside of the golf course near the collegeÕ s jogging trail.

College officials said that if there is a cub, a mother bear could be nearby.

A college e-mail was sent across campus by Public Safety. Ò If you are in this area and see a bear, please stay away from it,Ó the message warned. Ò Do not get in between a bear and its cub.Ó The Public Safety alert noted that the Vermont Fish and Wildlife DepartmentÕ s website has information about what to do if you encounter a bear.

The information is available at: www. vtfishandwildlife.com/wildlife_bear_ encounters.cfm.

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RUTLAND Ð The Vermont Department of Health will award $1.5 million in grants over three years to 18 community organizations around the state. The grants will be used to support smoke-free parks and housing, safe places to be physically active, better access to healthy foods, and programs to prevent alcohol and drug abuse.

The Rutland Area Prevention Coalition, which will receive $140,000 next year, and the Winooski Coalition for a Safe and Peaceful Community, which will receive $99,712, are two organizations that are working to coordinate local efforts to make their communities healthier.

RutlandÕ s approach has been to combine the initiatives of community organizations such as the Regional Planning Commission and the Rutland Area Physical Activity Coalition to increase opportunities to exercise.

The Rutland Area Farm and Food Link, also known as RAFFL, is a group dedicated to expand access to locally produced foods. Ò RAFFL works with local farms and uses those harvested crops that maybe would have gone to waste. Volunteers go out and glean the harvest,Ó said Tina Coltey, executive director at

Rutland Community Programs. Ò We want healthier foods to become the norm here, rather than having people reach for a lower cost, lower nutrition food item.Ó The Rutland coalition is also implementing a self-assessment and education tool called e-CHECKUP for students at local colleges.

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Trouble on the school board; quality of education on decline

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uring my 52 years as an educator I have watched the educational system of our nation getting worse and worse. This is not only visible at the public school level, from kindergarten through high school, but also in higher education.

Administrators that accept positions to lead our children to a level of academic excellence are doing an extremely poor job.

Just the other day a school principal in Nebraska sent home a set of bullying suggestions that only a moron would inititate. A young student shaved her head because her best friend had lost her hair due to cancer. The girl that cut her hair in solidarity with her ailing friend was refused entrance because of the schoolÕ s hair policy.

Then there is the report of a kindergarten boy who was sent home because he used his fingers to form the shape of a gun. I could go on and on.

I have worked in over 600 schools as a math consultant; you would not believe the people running these institutions. And all of this right under the nose of school committees.

At the Mary Hogan Elementary School in Middlebury the academic results were not that bad, but they did indicate that 50 to 60 percent of the students arriving at MUMS could not pass 50 percent of the NECAP assessment. Why was this serious fact not treated as being unacceptable by local school officials?

I wrote about this in local newspapers and I talked about it on a community T.V. program with Middlebury Police Officer Chris Mason. I also mentioned this while attending my first school board meetingÑ after being elected in MarchÑ but my comments did not appear in the meeting minutes.

This year two things happened which I believe will change the direction of education in the Mary Hogan School and the ACSU in particularÑ First, Tom Buzzell was elected to the position of principal of Mary Hogan. I believe that this was an excellent choice. He will clearly lead the school in a more positive direction and the children under his care will flourish. His outlook for children is extremely positive; he gives a great deal of thought before making decisions. He is also a very caring and honest man, although this does not mean that I agree with all his findings—but I respect them.

The biggest change for the school district was the locating and hiring of Dr. Peter Burrows.

How people were able to convince this gentleman to settle in this area and be responsible for a school system is beyond me (the system has been without leadership for seven years). I am glad that he made the choice to be the superintendent; without a doubt this is the best choice ever for the children of this area. His manner and accomplishments will be noted by many.

Both of these appointments inspired me to become a member of the ID4 school board. I wanted to be a part of this emergence of excellence. I thought: Maybe now someone will actually examine what is being taught in mathematics and in the manner in

which it is being taught.

However, I have now consideredÑ after just being electedÑ that I might resign.

The present chairperson of the ID4 has been disrespectful to me at the two school board meetings that I have attended since my election. You only need to see the sessions for yourself (available for viewing on community T.V.) I have always enjoyed the children of our community; one of the reasons that I was willing to give up my free time to serve was in the belief that mathematics education locally would be of an excellent nature.

When I decided to run as a ballot choice for the school board, many voters indicated to me that they were happy with my decision; they wanted someone to shake it up, to require academic excellence and financial responsibility along with accountability...

Why do we have the former principal still on the payroll as an administrative consultant for a year when we have two administrators? We have never had this position before at the school; it is not needed. I do not know the actual cost, but between salary,

health and social security I bet it is close to $60,000.

Ask the chairperson if I have been given a committee position; no, I am the only board member without one.

Did I volunteer for one? Yes, but I was passed right over with the comment that this appointment would be discussed later (you can hear her words). Was it discussed? No. It was given to another person. The chair knows that, as former local principal, I know schools and that for the past years no oversight has taken place; she does not want the population to be aware of this and will do just about anything to keep this information from the public.

Discrimination in the form of political bullying has been around way too long.

Trying to go at things alone usually means you will lose. Dr. Barrows and Mr. Buzzell will bring the supervisory union and the Mary Hogan School to a level of excellence but she will not help the cause.

Jim Callahan Middlebury

LAST CALL — To help celebrate Orwell’s bicentennial, the women of the GFWC Orwell Fortnightly Club produced a nifty—and comfy— throw lap blanket which pictures all the local landmarks to mark the historic year. Now, only nine throws remain and must be sold. To get your Orwell treasure, for yourself or for Mother’s and Father’s Days, contact Rita at 802-897-2374 or Loretta at 802-948-2091. Proceeds benefit the town.

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High tea, music in Brandon

MONTPELIER Ñ For MotherÕ s Day, Brandon Music presents a traditional English-style high tea, featuring the music of Fred Barnes. Barnes will serenade diners with music from the 1920s era as might have been heard on televisionÕ s Ò Downton Abbey,Ó plus the light tunes and romantic ballads he is known for.

Douglas Anderson, executive director of the Middlebury Town Hall Theater said, Ò Fred Barnes is a master. He commands a seemingly endless repertoire of standards, all served up with breath-taking technique. IÕ d say that no one plays piano like this anymore, except that thereÕ s nothing old-fashioned about his playing. In FredÕ s hands, even the oldest standard becomes as fresh as the day it was written.Ó English high tea includes toasted crumpets with honey butter, a variety of small sandwiches, Ò fat rascals,Ó treacle tart, a selection of small cakes, and finished with English strawberry trifle.

High tea will be served by reservation only on May 11 from 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tickets for tea and music are just $24. Reserve your spot by calling 802-465-4071 or e-mail info@brandon-music.net.

Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Rd. Brandon, Vt. 05733. www.brandon-music.net.

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Brandon Music to present ‘Eight 02’

By Edna Sutton

edna@brandon-music.net BRANDON Ñ Come to Brandon Music on Saturday, May 24th to experience Eight 02, performing Ò some of the freshest contemporary jazz youÕ ll hear all yearÓ , according to Smoothjazz.com.

Eight 02 has a unique sound they call Ò accessible fusionÓ , a blending of the best elements of both smooth and fusion jazz. This approach struck a chord with listeners as Eight 02 hit no.

5 on the Smoothjazz.com charts in 2013.

In less than three years, Eight 02 has experienced a rapid rise from relative obscurity, to working with fusion icons, Jeff Lorber and Jimmy Haslip. This certainly bodes well for their future as they push to fulfill Brian Soergel’s prediction that, Ò ...Eight 02 is destined to become the next big thing in fusion.Ó The results of Eight 02Õ s collaboration with Lorber and Haslip will be featured on their newest release due summer of 2014.

Perhaps the most surprising aspect of Eight 02Õ s sound is that they are a four piece band that both records and performs live without a bass player. Their unusual line-up has definitely contributed to their sound and compositions, combining the crafts of melody and groove while building the musical story from start to finish.

Band members include, founding members of Picture This, Jerome Monachino (guitar) and Peter Engisch (keyboard), and former Kilimanjaro members, Luke Adler (drums and percussion) and Chris Peterman (saxophone and EWI wind synthesizer). The group attributes their success to the influences of Pat Metheny, Jeff Lorber, Chick Corea, Return to Forever, John Scofield and others.

The performance begins at 7:30pm. Tickets for the concert are $15.

A pre-concert dinner is available for an additional $20.

Reservations are required for dinner. Venue is BYOB. Call 802-465-4071 or e-mail info@brandon-music.net for reservations or information.

Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Rd. in Brandon.

Up and coming Vermont jazz group Eight 02.

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Teen cited for DUI, DLS FERRISBURGH Ñ Vermont State Police troopers reported that they responded to a residence on Monkton Road in Ferrisburgh for a report that Jenna Rao, 19, of Addison had driven there and was intoxicated. Police allege that Rao was found to be intoxicated and was processed for D.U.I. She was also found to have a criminally suspended drivers license. Rao was cited into the Addison Criminal Division for DUI and DLS.

Truck driver cited FERRISBURGH Ñ Vermont State Police troopers were called to U.S. Route 7 in Ferrisburgh for a report of a tractor trailer being operated erratically. The caller told State Police that the vehicle was parked down the highway from where the alleged erratic driving was witnessed. State

Police arrived and located the tractor trailer. The operator was identified as Michael Crawford, 61, of Tennessee. He was found to be intoxicated.

Crawford was processed for DUI and subsequently released with a citation to appear at the Addison County Court Criminal Division.

Tully Road burglary investigated CORNWALL Ñ The Vermont State Police at the New Haven Barracks are investigating a burglary into a residence located on Tully Road in Cornwall.

The owners reported that the break in occurred sometime within the last six weeks while they were away.

A large amount of jewelry and coins were reported stolen.

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Opinion

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From the Editor

Court diversion: a formula for success D

espite much recent bad press about drug-related crime as well as a growing prison population, there is finally a little beacon of hope amid the gloomy clouds smothering the Green Mountain State of late: the Vermont Court Diversion Program. And positive changeÑ both personally and societallyÑ can begin with such a single ray of light.

A new study conducted by VCJR, the Vermont Center for Justice Research, reveals that the stateÕ s court diversion program is working as intended. ThatÕ s good news for society.

This unique programÑ a statewide local community justice effort for young people and adultsÑ keeps its participants “conviction-free” for the first year after they complete it, according to the Office of the A.G. Last week, Vermont Attorney Gen. William Sorrel (D), said that Ò The (VCJR) evaluation documented a recidivism rate of only 5.8 percent among successful Diversion participants during the one year after completion of the program. The recidivism (relapse into criminal behavior) rate of the entire study cohort up to five years after program completion was 14.3 percent.”

As Sorrel’s office put it, Court Diversion follows a restorative justice model: “Putting right the wrongs that have been done by addressing the needs of all stakeholders, including the victim, the community, and the offender.Ó In short, Diversion participants have been charged with a criminal offense but they have not been adjudicated.

So, how exactly does the Vermont Court Diversion Program work?

While participation in this program is strictly voluntary, the process begins when a StateÕ s Attorney refers an individual to the program.

Making a pledge, of sorts, a participant must then accept personal responsibility for breaking the law; he or she must work hard to repair the harm done to others. And Vermont law requires the court to seal all files and records at the two-year anniversary of successful completion of Diversion (assuming a prosecutor does not object). Ò If successful, the prosecutor dismisses the charge, and participants do not end up with a criminal record,Ó Sorrel noted.

This isnÕ t a bit of slick legal legerdemain. Many Vermonters can begin to rebuild their lives when given a chance without being branded for life. Ò None of this group was subsequently convicted of another crime following completion of Court Diversion... This study confirms what I and other prosecutors know about the effectiveness of Court Diversion,Ó Sorrel said. Ò Most Diversion participants do not reoffend. And the program serves the interest of justice: it holds offenders accountable and meets victimsÕ needs, freeing up the resources of prosecutors and courts to address more serious crimes.Ó Sorrel noted that nearly 90 percent of post-Diversion convictions in Vermont are for a misdemeanor crimes. That said, approximately 40 percent of the individuals who committed another offense were convicted of only one crime.

The VCJR study seems to confirms Sorrel’s comments, too; approximately 5 percent of the successful Diversion participants had one or more convictions for previous offenses.

The Office of Attorney General deserves considerable kudos for the Vermont Court Diversion ProgramÕ s success.

Beginning during the 1970s, the Office of the A.G. has been a powerful champion for diversion, and the effort is clearly paying off for everyoneÑ offender, victim, and the entire community.

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The herd mentality doesn’t work

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sports. The WNBA has some acism in the NBA very impressive women playhas been a lightning ers, but none have cracked into rod over the past few the NBA yet, nor do any of the weeks. It seems everyone has salaries in the WNBA match an opinion of Los Angeles Cliptheir counterparts in the NBA. pers owner Donald SterlingÕ s So is that truly racist or fair? I recorded racial rants. It was difthink not. ficult to catch news anywhere Now, take those same conwithout it being the lead story. siderations into the everyday SterlingÕ s rant, which was uniDan Alexander workplace. It is nearly imposversally condemned by nearly Thoughts from sible to consider that every everyone, was completely unBehind the Pressline man or woman possesses exacceptable and neither he nor actly the same resume. Now his story deserved the air time add race into the equation. Each individual or the ink it received. should be judged, hired and paid on the merWhen folks disagree with things somehow, it of their experience as well as a host of other someway, someone plays the race card and it tangible and intangible assets that go into the becomes a hot topic that causes each of us to process of selecting the right fit for the job. have an opinion. So if race is the subject on most peopleÕ s minds these days, IÕ ll try dip- Just like professional athletes, no two players, or no two people, are alike. Each brings ping my keyboard into the subject and hope a unique personality and set of assets to the I donÕ t get in over my head with the limited position. amount of space which I have to work.

Affirmative action has been for many years LetÕ s start with this: Did you know that the an attempt to level the opportunities for AfNational Basketball AssociationÕ s entire player hiring practice is considered racist based rican Americans. Its level of success can be argued but its purpose was designed to esupon the newest legal theory on the subject tablish long term fairness for minorities. espoused by U.S. Labor Secretary Thomas Recently, the US Supreme Court upheld Perez?

MichiganÕ s ban on using race as a factor in Perez believes that intent does not matter college admissions. Michigan became the in determining if a hiring practice is racist, ninth state to do so. Minorities find that aconly the outcome counts. So, if a company tion unthinkable and completely unfair. has an open hiring process, and ends up hirFairness will always be in the eye of the being 80 percent Asian Americans, 4 percent holder. The more focused we become on the African Americans, 8 percent Hispanics and issues of race and equality, the more it seems 8 percent Caucasians, that business could be deemed to have engaged in racist hiring prac- to undermine our efforts to achieve it. We all know that everyone is entitled to their own tices due to its proportional over representapersonal opinion Ñ unless, that is, you were tion of Asian American workers.

Donald Sterling last week. In his warped apThe reason? The Labor Department is opproach to life, he most likely still canÕ t undererating under a legal theory that holds if a stand what happened. One minute he was on company’s hiring procedure doesn’t reflect the demographics of their physical locale, top of the world and was going to be given a lifetime achievement award by the NAACP then the outcome of their hiring process and the next, his private rant was made pubshould be treated exactly the same as if the lic and he became the most condemned creacompany deliberately excluded minorities ture on earth. from employment.

While fairness and racial equality are noble Reality and common sense have sadly goals, in reality, they are nearly impossible to given way to a political herd mentality. The NBA, along with all sports franchises, hires achieve because each of us is unique and each situation we may choose to participate in is and pays the best players. Race, religion, and also unique. Throughout our life we make most likely, sex, plays no role in who gets CONTINUED ON PAGE 7 these lucrative contracts to play professional

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Death Notices

Marion M. Brock

EAST MIDDLEBURY - Marion M. Brock, 91, a longtime resident died Sunday, April 20, 2014 at her home following a period of failing health. Born in Middlebury Jan. 25, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Dorothy (Cartmell) Murray. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard Brock on Feb 7, 2010 and by three sisters, Gladys Quesnel, Shirley Martin and Anne Simpson.

The family suggests memorial donations be made to Middlebury Volunteer Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 504, Middlebury, Vt. 05753.

Frances “Frankie” Hutner

RIPTON - Frances Ò FrankieÓ Hutner, 95, of Ripton, died April 18 at home after a brief illness. Frankie was born in Middlebury to the late Ellsworth B. and Louise Mix Cornwall. She was the youngest of three children and grew up on a farm on Halladay Road. She received a scholarship to Columbia University where she earned a PhD in economics and was one of the only women in her program.

Burial will be private. The family will have a memorial service, to which all are welcome, in Middlebury on Memorial Day weekend. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Middlebury College and the Vermont WomenÕ s Fund.

Births

Kobe Kessler, Jarret Muzzy, and Xander DeBlois of Ferrisburgh Central School won two awards for their exhibit “Rights and Responsibilities of Refugees in Vermont.”

A girl born April 17, Noelle Philippina Gosliga, to Gerrit and Laura Gosliga of Addison.

A boy born April 18, Johnathan Riley Quesnel, to Cody and Andrea Quesnel of Whiting.

A girl born April 19, Dorothy Leila Krahn, to Benjamin and Courtney (Giknis) Krahn of Charlotte.

A boy born April 19, Fischer William Pelland, to Cale and Kielee (Rochon) Pelland of Bristol.

A boy born April 21, Benjamin Donald Peter Kaupelis, to Donald and Allison Kaupelis II of Ticonderoga.

A boy born April 22, Charles Louis Baron, to Mathew and Grady Barron of New Haven.

In the Military

Pike completes USAF training VERGENNES Ñ U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kristin A. Pike graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San AntonioLackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward Kristin A. Pike an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Pike is the daughter of Tami L. and Noel D. Smith of Rochester, Vt., and granddaughter of Kenneth L. Pike of Waddington, N.Y. She is a 2013 graduate of Vergennes Union High School, Vt.

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decisions and choices that become a part of who we become as individual. Since no two people are the same, trying to place people into labeled categories only serves to discourage individual achievement.

Life on this earth holds no guarantee for any of us. True fairness and judgment, in my opinion, simply can not happen in this world until we are completely blind to color and race. The herd can stampede all it wants, but no individual or government will ever be able to ensure 100 percent racial fairness in all things. Instead, each of us must look in the mirror and know that only we hold the ability to do our very best at each endeavor in which we choose to participate. How we respect each other is generally in direct response to how we are treated and perceived by others. So long as we choose to use race as a lightning rod, people will be divided by the very thing we seek to eliminate.

Americans of all races, colors and sexes have more than proven that it is personal initiative and integrity that makes them qualified to accomplish anything they set their minds to achieve. That is the standard that we should be striving to instill in every man, woman and child blessed to live in this land of opportunity.

Dan Alexander is associate publisher of New Market Press. He may be reached at dan@newmarketpressvt.com.

Emily Rooney from Ferrisburgh Central School won an award for her exhibit “Time for Change: Women’s Rights and Responsibilities.”

Trudy Cosgrove and Leah Croke of Ferrisburgh Central won a prize for their exhibit “Lucy Terry Prince: Fighter for Black Rights.”

Ferrisburgh students win women’s, civil rights history awards at FCS

By Lou Varricchio

lou@addison-eagle.com FERRISBURGH Ñ Addison County students were in the spotlight last month when they won the lionÕ s share of the awards at the annual Vermont History Day awards ceremony.

Ferrisburgh Central School students took part in the event and received much of the recognition at the event in barre, April 5.

The students researched a topic in history and presented their projects at the state contest.

This year, Kobe Kessler, Jarret Muzzy, and Xander DeBlois of the Ferrisburgh Central School won two awards for their exhibit Ò Rights and Responsibilities of Refugees in VermontÓ .

Trudy Cosgrove and Leah Croke of Ferrisburgh Central won a prize for their exhibit Ò Lucy Terry Prince: Fighter for Black RightsÓ .

Emily Rooney from Ferrisburgh Central School won an award for her exhibit Ò Time for Change: WomenÕ s Rights and ResponsibilitiesÓ .

Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Phil Heitkamp

By Lou Varricchio

lou@addison-eagle.com WEYBRIDGE Ñ The Eagle salutes Phil Heitkamp of Weybridge who supervised the MUHS students that volunteered at the Congregational Church during the Addison County Days of Caring in 2013.

The Church was one of 55 different agencies that participated in and benefited from the two-day event.

Heitkamp and the other site volunteer coordinators were keys to the success of this community effort because they worked hard to provide each individual with a productive and positive volunteer experience.

Would you like to be a community volunteer? The United Way is looking for RSVP Bone Builders instructors.

RSVP Bone Builders offeris workshops during the year to qualify volunteers to become instructors for the strength training and osteoporosis-prevention exercise program. Lunch and snacks are provided at the free workshop and no experience is necessary.

The Eagle thanks Serena Eddy Guiles of the Addison County RSVP and the Volunteer Center/Green Mountain Foster Grandparent Program for assistance with our salute to local

volunteers. RSVP and the Volunteer Center are located at 48 Court St. in Middlebury.

Phil Heitkamp

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Do you have stray, feral or abandoned cats near your home or workplace? Do you see them when you’re out running errands and especially when you’re out at night? Are you currently feeding stray cats? If so, the Rutland County Humane Society (RCHS) can help.

RCHS is working with communities around the county to help identify areas where abandoned cats are living and to work with volunteers on a population control program called TrapNeuter-Return (TNR), in which stray and feral cats are humanely trapped, vaccinated against rabies and sterilized. They are then returned to their familiar habitats under the lifelong care of volunteers.

If you know where these cats are living or want to learn more, please contact Beth at 483.6700 or shelterbeth@rchsvt.org.

MIAH 4 year old. Spayed Female. Pit Bull/Boxer mix.

If youÕ re looking for an active, playful gal you should definitely consider adopting me. I love to play with toys and I love them all Ð squeaky toys, tug toys, tennis balls. I love to catch them in mid air and IÕ ll sit nicely for you so youÕ ll toss them again. I do like to chew on my squeaky toys so I hope my new family has a supply of

them for me. I enjoy being with people and IÕ m happy when IÕ m around them. IÕ ll need lots of exercise and playtime in my new home and hikes and walks sound like great fun to me.

SWAGGER 5.5 year old. Neutered Male. Pit Bull mix.

My name is Swagger but my friends call me Swag. IÕ m a super handsome fella who is always on the go. I never stop moving so IÕ m looking for an active family that will keep me busy and on the move. Oh I love to play with toys (I’m terrific at catching them in mid air) and I am smart and I already know Sit, Shake and Down. I love to look out the window and see whatÕ s going on outside and think about all of the fun IÕ d love to have out there (hikes and walks sound great). I love to give kisses, too.

CASPER 7 year old. Neutered Male. Domestic Short Hair Gray Tabby.

I was returned to the shelter on December 27 because my previous owner said that I was a little stressed out and IÕ m hoping that my stress level in my new home will be minimal. IÕ m a great fella but I

May 10, 2014 like to pick and choose when my cuddle and pet time is and IÕ ll politely let you know if now isnÕ t a good time. So if youÕ re looking for a lap cat I may not be the right fit but don’t let that sadden you. I’m a big guy and I’m ready to find my new home so please stop by and visit me at RCHS. ROCCA 1 year old. Neutered Male. Domestic Short Hair Black.

Hi there. IÕ m Rocca. I am very cute and kind hearted for sure.

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Middlebury driver cited for drinking BRISTOL Ñ On April, 30, at approximately 7 a.m., Vermont State Police troopers of the New Haven Barracks, and members of the Bristol Fire Department, Bristol Rescue, Green Mountain Power, Comcast and MikeÕ s Towing, responded to a report of a one-vehicle collision on Route 116 near the intersection of River Road in Bristol.

The police investigation suggests that driver Hector Santos, 21, of Middlebury drifted off the east side of the roadway and

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The pole was damaged but repaired by both Green Mountain Power and Comcast.

The vehicle, a 1999 Subaru Impreza was estimated to be totaled due to contact damage.

Santos was transported to Porter Hospital with non-life threatening injuries to his leg.

Santos was screened for DUI at Porter Hospital and ultimately cited to appear in Addison District Court on June 16 to answer to the charges of careless and negligent operation and false information to a police officer.

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Brown joins real estate firm MIDDLEBURY Ñ Judy Brown has joined Century 21 Jack Associates as a sales associate. She will specialize in residential property sales in the Addison County area.

Brown successfully completed extensive training and licensing. She is currently enrolled in online and corporate and officebased training courses.

She recently retired from Co-Operative Insurance Companies where she was a commercial lines underwriter for many years.

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ROAD BETWEEN THE FORTS — Amateur historian John Eric-Nelson, pictured with fellow French and Indian War reenactor Jen, is an independent historian studying the French and Indian War 1745-1764 and an historical reenactor portraying a ranger, hiked the Crown Point Road end-to-end with a reenacting group of Rogers Rangers.

The trip started on a Sunday afternoon at Fort No. 4 in New Hampshire and ended five days later at Chimney Point in Addison.

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Topics to discuss before hiring your next mechanic

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ew decisions weigh as heavily on automobile owners as their choice of mechanic. A good mechanic goes a long way toward ensuring drivers and their passengers stay safe on the road and that those driversÕ vehicles perform at their peak for years to come. ThatÕ s an important role to play, and itÕ s why many drivers acknowledge that choosing a mechanic is a decision that should not be taken lightly.

Rest assured you don’t need to be a car guy or gal to find a trustworthy and talented mechanic. You might just need to open a dialogue with a prospective mechanic, discussing a handful of topics that can help you feel more comfortable and know you have made the right choice in automotive service provider once a final decision has been made.

Certification

Certification can go a long way toward helping drivers find mechanics they can trust. The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence was founded in 1972 and continues to work to improve the quality of automotive service and repair by testing automotive technicians and certifying those who live up to or exceed ASE standards. An ASE-certified technician should have his or her credentials readily available to prospective customers, and these credentials list each professional’s area of certification.

When shopping for a new mechanic, make sure that he or she is ASE-certified. In addition, discuss with the mechanic his or her work history, including any additional areas of expertise.

Pricing policies

Many mechanics offer free estimates, but that should not be taken for granted. When bringing a car in for an estimate, drivers should confirm with the mechanic who will conduct the examination if the estimate is free or if they will be charged an inspection fee.

In addition to any fees regarding estimates, drivers should also inquire about labor costs and the payment policies at the facility.

Labor can be quite expensive, so itÕ s best that you know these rates in advance of any repairs being conducted on your vehicle.

ItÕ s also important to get a rundown of the company payment policies, especially if your vehicle is in need of potentially costly repairs. You donÕ t want the bill to shock you once the work has been completed, so donÕ t hesitate to be inquisitive before leaving a car at the garage.

Parts

Replacing parts on a vehicle is a cause for concern for many drivers, and rightfully so. Consumer advocacy groups have exposed many mechanics who pass off used auto parts as new parts, charging their customers new part prices along the way.

While thereÕ s no way drivers can guarantee they wonÕ t fall victim to such criminal behavior, they can inquire about company policies regarding vehicle parts. Does the garage even install used parts? If so, do they let drivers choose either new or used parts before any work is done? If the garage only uses new parts, ask for parts with solid warranties, so if the part must be replaced, you wonÕ t have to pay for it again.

Documentation

The preowned vehicle market is thriving, and drivers who take care of their vehicles have earned the right to reap their rewards for being good owners when it comes time to sell the car.

When interviewing prospective mechanics, ask if they are willing to provide detailed documentation of any work they do on your vehicle. Such documentation can then be shared with prospective buyers when you want to sell the car, and it also serves as a way to keep the garage accountable for all the work they have done on the car throughout your relationship.

Simple ways to extend the average life of your vehicle A

ccording to data from TrueCar.com, in 2012 the average new car cost $30,500. ThatÕ s a considerable expense, especially at a time when fuel costs remain high and cost of living continues to rise.

Because new cars have become so expensive, more and more vehicle owners are looking for ways to extend the life of their vehicles. The longer a car can stay on the road, the better an investment that vehicle becomes. Fortunately, there are several steps vehicle owners can take that should ensure their vehicles stay on the road for years to come. * Scale back on short trips. The toll cold starts take on a vehicle can add up over time. When a car is started, condensation builds up in the vehicleÕ s exhaust system. On longer trips, that condensation will gradually evaporate. However, on short trips, that condensation often does not have enough time to evaporate, and over time too many short trips will lead to an accumulation of water in the muffler that can lead to rust and rust holes on the muffler. Short trips also can negatively affect gas mileage. When possible, leave your car at home on trips into town when you can just as easily walk or ride a bicycle. Over time, reducing the amount of short trips you take in your car will greatly reduce wear and tear on your vehicle and improve your fuel efficiency as well. * Stick to the manufacturerÕ s recommended maintenance schedule. Adhering to your vehicleÕ s maintenance schedule serves many purposes, including improving the its durability and protecting various components, including its cooling system and drivetrain. While many manufacturers used to recommend changing a vehicleÕ s oil every 3,000 miles, many of todayÕ s newer automobiles need their oil changed less frequently. Check your ownerÕ s manual for manufacturer recommendations regarding oil changes, and don’t forget to replace the oil filter when chang-

ing your vehicleÕ s oil. * Pay attention to brake pads. Brake pads that are allowed to wear down can cause damage to the brakesÕ rotors and calipers.

That damage can prove costly and make things harder on your vehicle. Keep an eye on your vehicleÕ s brake pads, which are far less expensive to replace than rotors and calipers, and do not allow them to wear down to metal. * Keep your tires properly inflated. Tires that are under-inflated will negatively impact your vehicle’s fuel efficiency. In addition, the tiresÕ life expectancy is reduced considerably when tires are not properly inflated. Routinely check your tire pressure, especially if you drive a lot, and keep tires inflated at the pressure recommended in your vehicleÕ s ownerÕ s manual. * Be mindful when filling up your tank. Many people do not pay much attention to their surroundings when pulling into the filling station. But when you fill up can impact your car’s life expectancy. Perhaps the worst time to fill your tank is when the fuel tanker is in the gas station refilling the underground tanks.

That’s because the process of filling the underground tanks can stir up sediment that had settled at the bottom of those tanks. If that sediment finds its way into your vehicle’s gas tank, it can clog filters and fuel injectors and negatively affect the vehicle’s performance. So unless your car is running on empty, avoid refilling its gas tank when the tanker is still in the station. * Take care of your vehicleÕ s interior, too. Caring for a car is not just about being good to whatÕ s under the hood. Caring for the carÕ s interior will not necessarily impact its performance, but a well-kept interior will improve how you look at your vehicle and how much you enjoy driving it. The longer you enjoy driving your vehicle, the longer you are likely to keep it. Preserve the vehicleÕ s door and window seals; clean the dashboard, including the gauges, vacuum the floor mats; and wipe down the vehicle’s interior, whether itÕ s cloth or leather. Keeping up the appearance of the carÕ s interior will make the vehicle more enjoyable to drive and increase its value at resale.

Keeping a vehicle’s interior clean can make it more enjoyable to drive while encouraging owners to keep their cars for longer periods of time.

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Tips when driving in rainy conditions Rainy weather can arrive any time of year. While an afternoon spent indoors watching the drops fall can be relaxing, driving in the rain is anything but. It requires extra concentration and improved reaction time. Rainy conditions can be challenging and treacherous, and drivers should proceed with caution on rainslicked roads.

Rain is blamed for many accidents, but many of these situations are largely preventable among drivers who adapt to the weather and roadway conditions. Here are some things to consider. * Reduced visibility occurs from wiper blades, glare (particularly at night) and heavy downpours. When you are unable to see the road ahead, including other vehicles, reduce your speed.

If the rain is coming down in torrents, pull over to the side of the road and wait for a respite. Turn on your lights to ensure you are visible to other cars on the road. * Recognize that rain can cause slick conditions. A film of water develops on the roadways, and that can affect the performance of your vehicleÕ s tires. Less traction means the car can slip and slide. Hydroplaning, or coasting on the surface of the water, is common. Another, lesser-known condition is slickness caused by grease and oil in the asphalt. During a long dry spell, these substances build up on the roads. When it rains, the oil and water doesnÕ t mix, bringing the oils to the surface and exacerbating slick conditions. The first few hours of a rainstorm can be quite dangerous until heavier rains wash the oils away. * Water spraying up onto tires and brakes can compromise braking ability. That means it could take longer to stop under wet conditions. Do not tailgate and leave extra room between vehicles. If you drive through a puddle of water, pump the brakes and test them out to be sure you can stop. Brake earlier so that other drivers understand your intentions and can react accordingly. * Avoid extremely large puddles. First of all, you cannot judge the depth of the puddle and you may end up getting stuck, especially in the event of roadway flooding. Water splashing into the engine compartment may damage electrical components. Steer around puddles to be on the safe side. * Use extra care watching out for pedestrians. A normally

observant person may be distracted by the rain, puddles and wrangling an umbrella and veer into the path of cars. Be mindful of the side of the roads and where pedestrians may be, such as around parked cars. * Change wiper blades twice per year. You do not want to be

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caught with shoddy wiper blades in poor conditions. Without an effective wiper blade, rain cannot be cleared effectively from the windshield. * Limit distractions inside of the car to focus even more of your attention on the road. While some have become accustomed to answering phone calls or fielding questions from the backseat while driving, avoid such distractions when driving in the rain.

Turn down the radio if you must and encourage passengers to remain quiet until safely home. * Leave extra time to get to your destination. Rain causes slowing down of traffic. Rushing may increase your risk of being in an accident, so always leave extra travel time when driving in wet conditions. * Make way for emergency personnel. Accidents and bad weather are common. Slow down or pull over to allow emergency vehicles to pass by. If there are flashing lights on the side of the road, move into the left lane to give a wide girth around first responders.

Driving in the rain requires drivers to exercise caution. Making a few adjustments improves safety on the roadways.

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Your complete source of things to see and do in the region Wednesday, May 7

MIDDLEBURY - Ò Lost Gardens of New EnglandÓ Gallery Talk, Sheldon Museum, 12 p.m.

Info: 802-388-2117.

MIDDLEBURY - Bike Safety Fair, Mary Hogan Elementary School, 3:15-5:30 p.m.

RUTLAND - Vermont Rental Property Owners Association Monthly Meeting, VFW Post #648, 7 p.m. Info: 802-725-8194.

Thursday, May 8

BRANDON - Addison Rutland Natural Gas Project Open House, Otter Valley Union High School, 5-8 p.m.

MIDDLEBURY - Student Dance Performance, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info: 802-443-3168.

MIDDLEBURY - Ò King LearÓ Broadcast, Town Hall Theater, 7-9 p.m. Tickets $17/adults, $10/students. Info: 802-382-9222.

Friday, May 9

RUTLAND -Seussical, Jr-The Musical, Paramount Theatre, 7 p.m. Tickets $10/adults, $8/ children under 12 and 65+. Info: 802-775-0903.

MIDDLEBURY -Genghis Khan and the Mongol Horde, Two Brothers Tavern, 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 10

WEYBRIDGE - Annual Tag Sale, Weybridge Elementary School, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 802-5452113.

VERGENNES - Spring Craft & Vendor Fair, Vergennes Union Elementary School, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Info: 802-349-6370.

RUTLAND - Seussical, Jr-The Musical, Paramount Theatre, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Tickets $10/ adults, $8/children under 12 and 65+. Info: 802775-0903.

HINESBURG - Community Yard Sale, Townwide, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 802-482-5189.

PITTSFORD - MotherÕ s Day Craft Show,

Lothrop Elementary School, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 802-483-6351.

SALISBURY - Ò The History of HydroPowerÓ Tour, Salisbury Public Library, 10 a.m.

RUTLAND - Special Fishing Day for Children, Combination Pond, 8:30-11 a.m. Free.

Info: 802-773-1853.

WALLINGFORD - Annual Chicken BBQ, Wallingford Fire Department, 12- 5 p.m. Full meal $10, half chicken $5.

BRISTOL - MotherÕ s Day Plant Sale, Lawrence Memorial Library, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 802-453-2366.

MIDDLEBURY - Ò TabuÓ Film Screening,

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MONKTON - 5th Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

MONKTON - Erik Davis Memorial Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction, Monkton Central School, 5-7 p.m. Tickets $8/adults, $5/children under 10.

BRANDON - The Panhandlers Steel Drum Band, Brandon Town Hall, 7-9 p.m. Tickets $10/door or $8 at Carr’s Florist.

VERGENNES -Roast Pork Supper, Vergennes United Methodist Church, 5-6:30 p.m. Adults/$8, Children/$4. Info: 802-8773150.

MIDDLEBURY - Ò Scenes and SongsÓ Musical Theater Concert, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 8-10 p.m. Free. Info: 802-443-3168.

RUTLAND- 7th Annual National Train Day, Rutland Amtrak Station, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

VERGENNES- Blessing of the Bikes, Eagles Club, 11 a.m. Tickets $8/person. Rain Date is May 17.

Sunday, May 11

Happy MotherÕ s Day! BRISTOL - MotherÕ s Day Plant Sale, Lawrence Memorial Library, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 802-453-2366.

MIDDLEBURY - Chamber Music Concert, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 8-10 p.m. Free.

VERGENNES - St. PeterÕ s MotherÕ s Day Breakfast, St. PeterÕ s Parish Hall, 8 a.m-10 a.m. Adults/$8, Seniors/ $7, Kids 8-12/ $6.

BRANDON - High Tea and Music, Brandon Music, 11:30 a.m.4 p.m. Tickets $24. Info: 802-465-4071.

Monday, May 12

RUTLAND - Neighborhood Police Commission meeting, Franklin Conference Center, 6 p.m. Free. Info: 802-770-5364.

MIDDLEBURY - Senior Recital, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info: 802-443-3168.

BRIDPORT-Book Club Meeting, Highway Department Conference Room, 7-8 p.m. Discussing Ò The Color Purple.Ó Info: 802758-2858.

MIDDLEBURY - Addison County Right to Life Meeting, Valley Bible Church, 7-8 p.m. Info: 802-388-2898.

MIDDLEBURY- Violin Master Class, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 2-4 p.m.

Tuesday, May 13

MIDDLEBURY - Blood Drive, Middlebury American Legion, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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VERGENNES - Spring Forward Creative Writing Workshop at the Bixby Library. Workshops are held Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. through May 8. Info: 802-877-2211.

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BRANDON - Fabric-ation: Fabric and Fiber exhibit at Compass Music and Arts Center through June 15.

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MIDDLEBURY - Ò One-Room SchoolsÓ Exhibit at Vermont FolkLife Center on display until May 10. Info: 802-388-4964.

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The company that owns QVC nearly bought B&N a couple of years ago, presumably to sell low-cost jewelry and other tsotchkes in B&NÕ s nationwide chain of stores.

That would have been hello collectible coins and bye-bye books.

Now, one of B&N’s key investors has cut the level of its financial stake in the company. A wise move, alas.

In many B&N stores, it’s actually hard to find books. You’ve got to wade through toys, umbrellas, Nook displays, chocolate bars, notebooks, birthday cards, and all kinds of other stuff that has stolen shelf space from books.

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This follows a decades-long period of expansion, moving into neighborhoods where privately-owned bookstores thrived, destroying those stores with cut-price best-sellers, and all but owning the book business.

Borders collapsed because of poor choicesÑ weak locations, an overemphasis on music, and, worst of all, selling off its online bookstore to Amazon for $20 million in the 1990s. Chump change, by todayÕ s standards.

So why is B&N on the ropes if it has virtually no competition today from chains or privately owned bookstores?

Five reasons: First, Amazon makes it so easy to buy books.

Second, publishers thrashed B&N by selling best-sellers at deep discounts in non-traditional outlets such as supermarkets, Wal-Mart and Costco, thus removing a key source of revenue for the chain.

Third, the woefully underfunded Nook is competing with Amazon’s Kindle, which is like bringing a knife to a gunfight.

Fourth, the antiquated model of printing books on spec, putting them on trucks, and crossing your fingers that they’ll sell doesnÕ t work in the internet print-on-demand era.

And fifth, book buyers want decent customer service. At B&N

bookstores take on consignment, go into the limbo of bankruptcy court.

But the fate of B&N weighs most heavily on readers. Literary agent David Vigliano says that the disappearance of bookstores, and the move to buying books on Amazon, represents the death of browsing.

Serendipity, the sweet surprise of happening upon an unexpected book, is an experience that can happen only in a bookstore.

Yes, AmazonÕ s algorithms can point you to books you may like, but thereÕ s no substitute for wandering the aisles of a bookstore, looking into a section you might never have visited before, and finding a new author or subject you had never considered.

That experience is on the verge of disappearing. Barnes & Noble killed privately owned bookstores, and Amazon and technology are killing B&N. ItÕ s downright Darwinian.

Can B&N hang on through the holidays? Most likely. But sad to say, once Black Friday gives way to the twelfth day of Christmas, a once-proud book chain may well have reached its final chapter.

And that would be chapter 11, of the Bankruptcy Code.

EditorÕ s Note: Michael Levin is the New York Times best-selling author of Ò Shark TankÓ . Levin has written more than 100 books, including eight national best-sellers; five that have been optioned for film; one that became Ò Model Behavior,Ó an ABC Sunday night Disney movie of the week.

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The Week In Sports

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MIDDLEBURY Ñ Middlebury College seniors Nate Gaudio (Cheshire, Conn.) and Darric White (Fairfield, Conn.) have both earned All-NESCAC honors for the menÕ s lacrosse program. The duo helped the Panthers earn an 8-8 record, playing the thirdtoughest schedule in the country in Õ 14.

A three-year starter, Gaudio led all NESCAC goalkeepers with nearly 940 minutes of action between the pipes this season. He owned an 8-8 mark with a 9.71 goals against average to go along with a .564 save percentage. He also picked up 30 ground balls and caused six turnovers. Gaudio made a season-high 23 saves against Tufts on March 1st, while earning 14 saves on three different occasions. He ends his career at Middlebury with a 25-20 record, a 9.04 GAA and a .559 SV%, earning second-team all-conference honors as a junior.

White makes his third-straight appearance on the All-NESCAC team, earning first-team honors in ‘12, while holding down a spot on the second-team a year ago as a defender. He led the team with 47 ground balls and 19 caused turnovers this season.

His caused turnover number placed him sixth in the NESCAC, while his ground ball effort ranked 11th. White picked up five ground balls in a game three times this season, scooping up a career-best six in the season finale. He finishes his career with 13 goals and 11 assists for 24 points. He earned 203 ground balls in 58 games, causing 47 turnovers.

Women Three members of the Middlebury College womenÕ s lacrosse team were honored when the NESCAC announced its post-sea-

son honorees. Seniors Liza Herzog (Baltimore, Md.) and Hannah Deoul (West Palm Beach, Fla.) along with sophomore Laurel Pascal (Greenwich, Conn.) were all first-team All-NESCAC selections. The trio has led the squad to an 11-5 record this spring.

Herzog, a two-time all-conference honoree and first-team all-region recipient in 2013, moved up to the first team after receiving second-team accolades last season. Despite missing two games this season, she ranked second on the team with 38 points (26-12-38), 26 goals and 32 draw controls. Herzog recorded at least one goal in 13 of 14 games played this spring, including three contests with a hat trick as a part of the Middlebury attack.

In her four-year career donning the blue and white, Herzog has totaled 131 points on 96 goals and 35 assists in 64 games played.

Pascal collects her first postseason accolade as a key player in the Panther midfield. This spring, she leads all NESCAC players with 47 goals and 15 free-position scores, and ranks second in the league with 52 points. She has also scooped up 27 ground balls and has 17 caused turnovers. Pascal tallied a goal in 14 of the 16 games she saw action, including a career-high eight goals on just 10 shots during MiddleburyÕ s April 15 win over Union. The eight goals in a game for Pascal were the most for a Middlebury player since Heidi Howard Õ 99 accomplished the feat on May 10, 1998. In 37 career games thus far, Pascal has tallied 77 goals, including six game-winning goals, to go along with eight assists for 85 points. She has gathered 49 ground balls and 32 caused turnovers.

Also a first-time conference honoree, Deoul paced the Panthers with 27 caused turnovers and 33 ground balls, both of which are tied for third among all league players. Despite miss-

ing two games this spring, the teamÕ s top defender showed her versatility collecting 26 draw controls for a defensive unit that has limited opponents to 7.69 goals per game. A second-team all-region honoree last spring, the senior captain picked up a season-best seven ground balls in MiddleburyÕ s win on the road over Franklin & Marshall on March 27. Over her four-year career, Deoul has appeared in 70 games with 136 ground balls and 70 caused turnovers.

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Firm $3500. 518-494-3215 20' SeaRay Bowrider, blue, 1979, V8 M/C, 5.7L Mercruiser, galvanized trailer, mooring cover, $2798. Sue 973-715-1201 2008 Keystone Cougar Xlite Travel Trailer, 26', 1 slide, sleeps 6-8, bunks, polar package, TV, many extras, one owner, mint condition, $15,000. 518-494-7796

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26 FT BAYLINER, 1992 Mercruiser I/O, trailer, bridge enclosure, power tilt/trim VHF, AM/FM, spare propeller, 2 down riggers, head, frig, extras. Sleeps six. $8500. Bridport, VT, Lake Champlain (802) 758-2758 MOTORCYCLES 2004 Harley Davidson Touring Electra Glide Ultra Classic, 13,000 miles, must see, $13,000. 518547-8446 WANTED: ALL MOTORCYCLES BEFORE 1980! Running or not. $$TopCash$ Paid! 1-315-5698094.

FARM EQUIPMENT 2012 Kubota VX25 LDR Tractor.

Asking price $15,000. 518-6234152.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT 1978 John Deere 302A Wheel Loader Backhoe, excellent condition, must see, $10,000. 518-5478446.

ACCESSORIES (2) TRAILERS (OPEN) - both excellent condition; 2010 Triton 20' Aluminum - max wgt. 7500 lbs. Asking $4900 and 1989 Bison 31' overal Gooseneck, Asking $2900. 518-546-3568.

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Carpenter & Equipment Operator and a CDL Driver needed.

Minimum 10 years experience, pay based on experience, fulltime, year-round work. Fax resume to 518-494-3617

MARINE SERVICE WRITER for marina located in Brant Lake. Duties include providing estimates for repairs, communicating with customers, working with Service Techs, assisting with ordering parts and scheduling work, run daily meetings with Service Techs, set-up and maintain work schedule. Pay based on level of experience. Mail resume to P.O. Box 375, Brant Lake, NY 12815.

FARM HAND WANTED. Thurman goat and sheep dairy has an immediate opening for a farm hand for evening and weekend shifts. We are looking for a farm hand with a love of animals and dairy experience or a willingness to learn for our herd of 300+ goats and 50+ sheep. Evening milking shifts and weekend cleaning shifts are required. Duties include feeding and watering animals. Basic building, repair and mechanical skills are a plus. A good attitude, heavy lifting capacity, a valid drivers license, and a willingness to work hard and independently are all necessary for this position. Good pay and a great team to work with for the right candidate. Call 623-3372 or stop by 484 South Johnsburg Road between 11am and 3pm and fill out an application if interested.

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HANDYMAN – PT IN TI. Great opportunity for a reliable, honest person must have good customer service communication skills; transportation & own tools. 5 years minimum experience. Detail background to: Jack of all Trades Orion Mgt, 346 Lake Ave, Saratoga Spgs, NY 12866-5305

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Stephenson Lumber has openings in its Speculator and IL Divisions.

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Stephenson Lumber – P/T Office Position. Apply to: Debbie Stephenson, dstephenson@lincolnlogs.com, 518-824-2102. Go to www.stephensonlumber.com for an application.

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The Dock Doctors is a diversified waterfront construction and manufacturing company offering products and services for both residential and commercial waterfront projects throughout the entire Northeast. We have immediate openings for the following positions: Waterfront Crew Leader: Position requires good mechanical aptitude along with experience in the construction trades. Also must have the ability to lead two people. CDL license and boat operation experience beneficial but not essential. This position includes servicing of dock systems, learning the various aspects of waterfront work within our service region on diverse job sites that are often physically demanding. We are seeking organized, self-motivated individuals with a clean driving record. Competitive pay based on background and experience along with great benefits which include medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401K plan, LT & ST disability and life insurance.

CDL Delivery Driver/Shop Assembler- seasonal with the potential for year-round work.

This is a combined position, not two separate positions. Valid CDL Class A license is required for deliveries during our peak season. Position requires good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail for performing final assembly of docks and boatlifts in a production shop environment as well as working in our warehouse staging and loading orders.

Both positions offer pay based on level of experience. Stop by our location on Route 7 in Ferrisburgh, VT for an application or email us your resume at info@thedockdoctors.com or call 800-870-6756 to have an application sent to you.

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Lovely Single Family Home, 3 bdrm, 1 ½ bath. To trade, swap, sell for equal value home in area, $129,000. Located in beautiful Edgewater, FL. 518-696-2829

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Warrensburg – Home for Sale or Rent. Small 4bdrm home w/2 car garage, on own lot. Lots of room for BBQs and kids to play. No Dogs. Tenant pays water, fuel & propain. 1St, last and security of $850/mo required. Available 06/01.

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TICONDEROGA MT VISTA APTS – 2 bdrm, $594 + util average $95.

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Ticonderoga Village – Want a ground flr apt in a quiet, well maintained building? This small 1bdrm is ideal for a single person, retired person or even a couple. Apt features gas fireplace, moden kitchen & appliances, new carpet, fresh paint, large yard area & coin operated laundry. No Pets. Security required. $485/mo. + utilities. 518585-3336 or 518-586-6477.

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FARM SACRIFICE! 5 acres - $19,900 Great views, quiet country road, gorgeous hilltop setting! So Tier, NY. Guaranteed buildable! 5 tracts avail UNDER $20,000! Terms! Hurry! 888-9058847. Newyorklandandlakes.com HARTFORD, NY 45 acre corner parcel, Fantastic Adirondack views, Quiet area, close to Town, shopping, I-87 Thruway, can be subdivided, perc tested. Owner financing. $98000.00 (802) 989-3686.

NEW YORK LAND BARGAINS- 3 Acres Southern Tier: $9995; 6 acres on Trout Stream:$19,995; 8.4 Acres New Turkey Hunter's Cabin: $29,995. Financing w/ Low Monthly Payments! Call Christmas & Associates: 1-800-229-7843. Or Visit: www.landandcamps. com Owner/Broker Schroon Lake – leased land w/camp in excellent cond, 50' lakefront, 48' wooden dock, asking $50K. Call for details 518-4957683 Schroon Lake Waterfront Camp on leased land. Screened porch, 32' aluminum dock + more, $37K. 518-569-6907 STONEY CREEK 50 Acres secluded easy access 1800 ft. black top frontage, mountain views, Stoney Creek, NY $89,900, no interest financing. 518-696-2829 FARMFARM666@yahoo.com STONEY CREEK 50 Acres secluded easy access 1800 ft. black top frontage, mountain views, Stoney Creek, NY $89,900, no interest financing.

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Port Henry Duplex Apartment Building, completely renoved, excellent rental history, some owner financing avail, $69K. 518-5468247

Town of Lake George ½ acre building lot. Access to Village water. Ideal for build-out basement. $47,000. Will hold mortgage for qualified buyer, 20% down. 518668-0179 or 518-321-3347

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Brant Lake 9.1 acre building lot for sale by owner, Harris Road, $63K. 518-494-3174 CATSKILL MTN TIMBERLAND! 60 acres - $89,900. Quality timber, great hunting, secluded setting, adjoins State Land! Less than 3 hrs NYC! Town rd, survey, EZ terms! Call 1-888-775-8114 Crown Point, 600' + on Putts Creek, 2.78 acres, 20' x 32' liveable building. Fix up or tear down & rebuild, $30K FIRM, quick sale.

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Park Model, 1986. Ledgeview Camp, Highway 149, 5 Pine Breeze Trail, $49,500. Come see, it's really neat! New in 2012: roof, siding, bedroom, deck & shed! 518-6363429 or 352-428-8767

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VACATION PROPERTY Cranberry Lake - 90 acre hunting camp, 8 cabins, well, septic, off grid, solar power generator, sand pit, ½ acre pond, wood & propane heat, 55 miles from Lake Placid, one mile off Route 3, $155K, 518359-9859 Lovely Single Family Home, 3 bdrm, 1 ½ bath. To trade, swap, sell for equal value home in area, $129,000. Located in beautiful Edgewater, FL. 518-696-2829 Out of State Real Estate Delaware's Resort Living Without Resort Pricing! Low Taxes! Gated Community, Close to Beaches, Amazing Amenities, Olympic Pool.

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RENEWABLE ENERGY. Heat your home with a Maxim Outdoor Wood Pellet Furnace by Central Boiler & gain energy independence. Boivin Farm Supply 802-475-4007 REPLACEMENT WINDOWS $189 INSTALLED. White double hung, tilt-in. $1500 manufacturer rebate available. Lifetime Warranty. Credit cards accepted. Call Rich @ 1-866272-7533 REAL ESTATE 1 ACRE OF LAND at Wood Rd., West Chazy, NY, close to schools, nice location. Please call 518-4932478 for more information.

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BUILDING AND LOT in Moriah 1.3+ acres, paved driveway, town water and sewer. Can be used for residential and/or commercial, Asking $45,000.

518-546-3568 Lovely Single Family Home, 3 bdrm, 1 ½ bath. To trade, swap, sell for equal value home in area, $129,000. Located in beautiful Edgewater, FL. 518-696-2829 PARADOX HOME FOR SALE By Owner, Schroon Lake School District, 3 bedroom, 1 bath, fully renovated, 2 garages, shed, large fire place, $149,900. No owner terms. See forsalebyowner.com Listing ID# 23972428.

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