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HINESBURG Ñ Senior federal Judge William K. Sessions III sentenced a Hinesburg man Dec. 1 to spend 18 months in prison after his conviction of possessing child pornography. Gregory Brusso, 57, received his sentence in U.S. District Court in Burlington. In July, Brusso pleaded guilty to one count of possessing child pornography. In addition to the 1 1/2 year jail sentence, Sessions is also requiring Brusso to complete a five-year period of supervised release as well as pay an assessment of $100. Court records earlier this summer detailed how Brusso, who is now serving with the Vermont National Guard, ordered a DVD, which had child pornography, from a company Brusso thought marketed that. In fact, the organization was an undercover operation under the auspices of the U.S. Postal Service. After Brusso accepted the delivery of the DVD, at his home in Hinesburg, the Postal inspectors, who had obtained a search warrant, search BrussoÕ s home. At the time, BrussoÕ s computer was seized and later examined; the results showed child pornography on the device. This wasn’t Brusso’s first brush with federal authorities. More than 10 years ago, an examination of BrussoÕ s credit card history shows he made purchases from three web sites identified as selling child pornography. In 2008, law enforcement investigated Brusso for allegedly uploading a child pornography image to computer group overseen by Yahoo.
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MIDDLEBURY Ñ At its recent 20th annual meeting, the Addison County Economic Development Corporation celebrated five decades of economic development. One of the most significant ways ACEDC has supported local businesses over the past 20 years is through it revolving loan funds (RLF). From $1.5 million in original RLFs, ACEDC has made 75 loans totaling $3.5 million. More than1200 jobs were created or retained as a result. The loans were part of over $25 million in project costs, representing a 16.7 times return on investment, according to an ACEDC news release. Speakers representing each of the five decades talked about their experience with economic development and the assistance they received from ACEDC: 1970s: Connie Houston (original Addison County Development Corp.) 1980s: Tom Corbin (original Otter Creek Regional Economic Development Corp.) 1990s: Doug Dimento (Agri-Mark/Cabot) and Bram Kleppner (Danforth Pewter) CONTINUED ON PAGE 15
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Middlebury Union Middle School Coach George Kulhowvick and students concluded the school’s annual food drive for the Food Shelf located at HOPE in Middlebury. According to Jeanne Montross, executive director of HOPE, the students collected over 1,500 pounds of food to benefit local families in need.
Neshobe student places third in poster contest By Lou Varricchio lou@addison-eagle.com BRANDON Ñ For several years the Brandon/Forest Dale Lions Club has sponsored a local level competition for the LionÕ s annual Peace Poster contest. This year, a dozen 5th & 6th graders participated, with Mia Politano capturing the local club’s top spot, along with the $25 prize that accompanies that honor. Politano’s poster was praised by Lions Club judges and took third place in the state level competition, marking the first time that a Brandon-area winner placed at the state level. ”We are also proud of the 11 other artists who participated. All the entries were fantastic. Bonnie Moore and Mallory Lufkin tied for second place and took home checks for $12.50 each,Ó according to Lions Club member Fred Pockette. “That’ll help with the Christmas shopping.Ó Pockette said that the other nine students who flexed their creativity muscles and entered posters were Sarah Calvin, Chloe Fuller, Paige Backus, Jessica Malbon, Jadynn Pope, Carlee Cooper, Niya Hall, Elaina Harte and Rhys Pitner. If you would like to see the posters they will be on display for a limited time at the Brandon Free Public Library, Pockette noted. Pockette said that the Brandon/Forest Dale Lions Club would like to thank Neshobe Art Teacher John Brudowski for working with the participants and the staff at the Brandon Free Public Library for allowing the club to display the posters.
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“The Snowman” headlines Rutland Youth Theatre, Dec. 13 RUTLAND — Rutland Youth Theatre is collaborating with Lakes Region Youth Orchestra’s 25th Anniversary in “The Snowman” Dec. 13. Produced by Lakes Region Youth Orchestra. Musical directed by Peter Miller. Stage directed by Saskia Hagen Groom. The show will feature various LRYO orchestras and the beloved story “The Snowman.” “The Snowman” is the tale of a boy who builds a snowman one winter’s day. That night, at the stroke of twelve, the snowman comes to life and the two venture into the night. The boy and the snowman take flight visiting special places, including Father Christmas. The story’s theme song Ò Walking in the AirÓ is the only spoken language. All other acting is done in pantomime. Stage Manager is Mikki Lane, Vocal Director is Loren Sylvester and Choreographer is Tegan Waite. LRYO’s Symphony Orchestra is performing during the show. The play is based on the book by Raymond Briggs with music and lyrics by Howard Blake. Show times are Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Casella Theatre, Castleton State College. Tickets can be purchased online at www.lryo.org or at the door. $10 adults, $8 children, $30 family. Rutland Youth Theatre is part of the Rutland Recreation and Parks Department and is a non-forprofit organization.
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College professor discusses geothermal power at lecture RUTLAND— The Green Mountain Power College Connections lecture series hosted an energy discussion Dec. 2 at the Energy Innovation Center in downtown Rutland. Castleton College’s Dr. Helen Mango gave the presentation on a topic of growing interest in Vermont—geothermal energy. Ò Geothermal means the internal heat of the Earth, but the kind of geothermal energy used to heat houses and produce electricity in some parts of the world is very different from the kind of geothermal energy that we can use in Vermont unless we were to get some unexpected volcanic action here,Ó Mango said. Mango is professor of geochemistry, geology coordinator at Castleton. MangoÕ s courses include general chemistry, physical and historical geology, geochemistry, energy resources and hydrogeology. Mango also teaches geology and chemistry to in-service and pre-service teachers. She received her undergraduate degree in Geology from Williams College, and her masters and PhD degrees in geology from Dartmouth College. In addition to Castleton College, the other participating colleges in the energy series include Community College of Vermont, Green Mountain College and College of St. Joseph. Pictured above, right: Geothermal energy expert: Dr. Helen Mango of Castleton State College. Photo courtesy of Castleton State College
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NASA: Thanks for saving 2014 It’s what’s inside that counts
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n these waning weeks of 2014, the U.S. news media has been consumed by its 24/7 coverage of racial strife, including Missouri riots and New York protests over alleged police brutality and the deaths of two black citizens. And just as the gloom of our nation’s failed foreign policy, its immigration and health care debacles, come home to roost and promise to turn 2014 into one of the worst years since—well—1968, a government agency, of all things, comes to our rescue and pulls America’s wounded pride from the fire yet again. As you may recall, NASAÕ s space efforts not only saved 1968, but it seems to have also come to the rescue of this lamentable year 2014. The U.S. space agency—one of the few shining jewels in remaining in our national crown—demonstrated, with the amazing test flight of the new Orion spacecraft Dec. 5, that all our ugly tribal infighting can be overcome when we rise above this petty planet and look up to the stars. And NASA managed to work it magic even with one hand tied behind its budgetary back. All those ethnically diverse and smiling faces at NASA had their eyes on a prize much bigger than the earthly politics of division. NASA’s young faces—which showed black, white, brown and yellow on the space agency’s TV network’s coverage of the Orion test flight mission—give me hope and a reason to believe that this nation is still great, and possibly the greatest, in spite of its leaders. In the case of NASA’s new Orion spacecraft—which will someday take Americans to asteroids, the Moon and MarsÑ technical skills and the spirit of exploration, applied to a national goal, have an amazing way of uniting people. Back in December 1968, after a year of heartbreaking Vietnam War casualties, increasing antiwar violence in the streets at home, and the tragic assassinations of Martin Luther King and Robert Kennedy, it looked as though America’s best days were receding quickly in the rearview mirror. The dark year of 1968 had reached its final month, when, along came NASA and the Apollo 8 mission. Three astronauts not only orbited the Moon in December of that year, they also returned safely to Earth to cheers and parades. The feat of Apollo 8—the first piloted craft to orbit our cratered neighbor in space—galvanized the attention of the world. When the Apollo astronauts returned home, they were greeted with cheers and tons of fan mailÑ all in the days before e-mail and social media. Among the many fan messages was a congratulatory telegram sent to Apollo 8 astronaut Jim Lovell. The simple telegram was sent by a housewife named Valerie Pringle. ‘’You saved 1968,’’ she wrote. Pringle’s famous telegram spoke volumes about how a single event can inspire pride and hope in a national landscape strewn with bad news. Sure, I’ll admit that 2014 isn’t quite as bad as 1968. I was 14 years old in ‘68 and recall that gloomy year quite vividly, but it comes close. Sure, NASA’s Dec. 5, 2014 test flight of the unmanned Orion spacecraft wasn’t as dramatic as Apollo 8, but it came close, even without a crew. If you consider the political nonsense thrown in NASA’s path since the 1990s—everything from navel-gazing Earth-focused eco missions (violations of NASAÕ s founding space-focused mission statement) and buying Russian rocket engines (at the expense of U.S. made components) to American astronauts hitching rides aboard Soyuz capsules and the White HouseÕ s slick Ò all talk-and-noaction” space legerdemain—last week’s mission should have been an utter failure. Instead, it was a brilliant success. At the moment of the Orion Test Flight’s launch, at 7:05 a.m. Dec. 5, the entire NASA-TV website crashed. NASA reported that millions of viewers tuned in to view real news in the making—not a mindless rehashing (with hand wringing) of the week’s civil unrest and celebrity fondlings. Not surprisingly, not a single TV network bothered to broadcast the Orion test. No matter, the crash of the NASA-TV showed that—despite what politicians and social critics tell us—millions of Americans remain very interestedÑ and engagedÑ in the exploration of space. Ok, it’s time to reboot Valerie Pringle’s December 1968 telegram. Thank you, NASA. You just saved 2014, too. Louis Varricchio, the Vermont Eagle
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ost Americans are rest him. Was his avoidance of tax attempting to make all that important given the many sense of the demonother laws broken in the city? It strations and civil unrest taking seems to me cooler heads should place around the country as a rehave prevailed in that case. sult of the unfortunate deaths of Somehow politics have knitMicheal Brown and Eric Gardner. ted these two events together Our free democratic society creating an opportunity for high must be based on the rule of law, profile political figures to impose but at the heart of those who their agenda on the country. Fair Dan Alexander make the United States of Amerior unfair, from my perspective, I Thoughts from ca their home, itÕ s not really about have to ask how are the actions laws; it’s more about what’s in of a hand full of people suddenly Behind the Pressline our hearts. Each of us deals with turned into a political movement issues in our own unique way to overhaul law enforcement in and while we can blame others for many things, this country? Yes, every life is precious, but chalat the end of the day our actions are governed by lenging law enforcement only serves to escalate by what’s inside each of us. the potential for things getting out of control. How we treat others, how we see ourselves There are far more examples of white law enand how we choose to conduct our lives in forcement officers coming to the aid of citizens public and private can be based on our life exof all color, than there are incidents resulting periences. But it doesnÕ t mean ones state in life in senseless killings. IÕ m all for removing any is predetermined. The number of examples of member of law enforcement who displays any ordinary citizens who have chosen to not al- racial bias or who can not conduct themselves low their life experiences to determine their life with the best interests of public, first and forecourse are as numerous as the stars in the sky. most. First and foremost it starts with respect. ReUnfortunately, there will always be those spect for self, respect for others, respect for prop- among us who lack the ability to judge right erty, respect for the beliefs of others and most from wrong and they simply have no place in importantly respect for life. any position of authority. But to paint all law enI must admit, I struggle understanding the forcement as racially motivated is just as wrong outrage of those in Ferguson who seem to beas painting all blacks as criminals. The manipulieve burning down and looting the homes and lation of these events by people who refuse to businesses of their neighbors will somehow accept the facts or who choose not to accept the help their frustration with the death of Micheal facts because they do not fit into their political Brown. It seems obvious Mr. Brown showed agenda is a sign of disrespect for the vast mano respect for the store owner he robbed and jority of law abiding Americans who will be shoved, nor did he respect Officer Wilson or the harmed by those who incite violence. authority of his position when asked to surrenAs a nation we’ve made great strides in creatder. ing equal opportunity for all and certainly more Put yourself in WilsonÕ s position, once the must be done, but this unrest will not resolve events turned sour and the adrenalin was runthe problems and I fear it will get out of control. ning in both Brown and Wilson, it was highly Take for example the white young Bosnian man unlikely Wilson could jump in his car and run, last week in St. Louis who was beaten to death although IÕ m sure today that might have seemed with hammers after being randomly stopped like a good idea. In this case the evidence sup- and dragged from his car by a gang of young ports the facts that Brown was the aggressor and people. Wilson’s job was to stand his ground. Innocent people have been and will be What about Eric Gardner who was being arharmed if this continues to escalate. Respect and rested by police for selling cigarettes without cooler heads must prevail if we are to achieve charging taxes? I believe the police and Gardner an equitable solutions to the differences that still could have both conducted themselves with exist between the races. more respect and in ways that could have easDan Alexander is associate publisher of New ily avoided GardnerÕ s death. It seems obvious Market Press. He may be reached at dan@newmargiven the number of police on hand when Gardketpressvt.com. ner was apprehended they came prepared to ar-
SENIOR MEAL — Seniors dined at the Middlebury VFW for the CVAA First Friday Holiday Meal, Dec. 5. The meal featured baked chicken breast stuffed with apple cranberry dressing. CVAA welcomes everyone ages 60 and older to attend its monthly meals. For a list of upcoming meals, call CVAA at 1-800-642-5119 ext. 634. Free transportation provided by ACTR; call 802-388-1946.
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John Donnelly, Vergennes Knights of Columbus Ramp Committee chairman, along with Ken Huestis, help a handicap ramp receipient in Whiting.
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Millie Paquette is recent recipient of a handicap ramp from the Vergennes Council of the Knights of Columbus. Mrs. Paquette is shown with her son Michael Paquette.
Knights help build local handicap ramps By Lou Varricchio
lou@addison-eagle.com VERGENNES — When it comes to finding Good Samaratins, local residents donÕ t have far to seek. In the case of handicapped individuals with no way to gain access in and out of their homes, the Vergennes Knights of Columbus “Ramp Committee” came to the rescue. The committee was formed in September following two local requests for help with home handicap accessibility. Knight John Donnelly chaired the committee with Knights
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Paul Boivin, Bill Herrington, and Mike Kachmar. “The goal was to provide safe access to homes occupied by handicapped individuals following ADA guidelines,” according to Donnelly. “Two ramps have been constructed and installed.” Donnelly said material for one of the ramps was donated by R. K. Miles of Middlebury, and the other ramp was paid for by Addison County Home Health. “Segments of the ramps were constructed during three evenings in Mike Kachmar’s workshop in Addison,” he said. “Ramp segments were later transported to the two homes where
they were assembled.” In addition to Donnelly and the committee members, other Knights Bill Scott, Mike Paquette, Bernie Perron, Dennis Senesac, Charlie Huizenga, Roger Brouillittee, Dave Brooks, Al Reynolds, Dave Larrow, and Jim Papagni helped with ramp construction and installation. “The Knights have set up agreements with the recipients,” Donnelly noted. Ò Ken Huestis of Whiting and Millie Paquette of Ferrisburgh will maintain and transfer the ramps to new sites when they are no longer needed.”
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lou@addison-eagle.com ORWELL — Members of the GFWC Orwell Fortnightly Club placed wreaths around the village of Orwell during the week. Louis Lee and family joined Phil King and family members to help hang the wreaths. Meanwhile, GFWC members Anne Harper and Loretta Lee added bows as festive trimming. The club had help with contributions that resulted in larger wreaths: Buxton’s Store, Ray and Barbara Papandrea, Lake Home Business Services, Dundon Plumbing and Heating, Chipman Point Marina, Country Ag Services, DanÕ s Starter Shop, Rae Anne Barry, and Brenda Adams chipped in to help turn Orwell into SantaÕ s North Pole. Pictured at right: Louis Lee and family joined Phil King and family members to help hang wreaths Orwell last week.
Births A girl born Nov. 7, Relena Ann Willey, to Glenn and Carrie (Davis) Willey of Castleton. A girl born Nov. 12, Albee Thea Jerger, Pilar Rinder-Goddard and Jeff Jerger of Ferrisburgh. A boy born Nov. 14, Eamon Collins Bodin, to Ethan and Erin (Collins) Bodin of Vergennes. A boy born Nov. 18, Allen Josef, Hutchins, to Justin Hutchins and Sarah Botala of Vergennes. A boy born Nov. 20, Woodrow Storm Laraway, to Lance and Melanie Laraway of Brandon. A girl born Nov. 22, Taurin Jyoti Yoder, to Ryan and Rachel (McKeen) Yoder of Danby. A girl born Nov. 24, Halle West Coleman, to Adam and Kristina Coleman of Monkton.
Festival-on-the-Green seeks helping hands By Lou Varricchio lou@addison-eagle.com
MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury Summer Festival on-the-Green celebrates its 37th anniversary season during the week of July 5 through July 11 next summer. The festival, which is planned and hosted entirely by volunteers, is one of the premier summer arts events in Addison County and a Vermont Chamber of Commerce Top 10 Summer Event for 2015. According to festival coordinator Pat Boera, the event will need more helping hands during the summer. “We need you to help make this year’s festival a great success,” Boera said. “Please join us for our annual meeting where you can meet your neighbors, co-workers and friends who are current festival volunteers and let us know how you’d like to be involved.” The annual meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at Middlebury Union Middle School, 48 Deerfield Lane. For further information, call Boera at 802-462-3555, or plan to attend the Jan. 14 meeting.
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MIDDLEBURY — Are you in treatment for opiate problems? Do you want help in finding treatment? You can receive a $30 incentive for completing an important local survey, according to the non-profit Vermont Recovery Network. The network is looking for individuals in medication assisted-treatment who are willing to consider the benefits of participation in recovery supports. To take the survey, call Ramona Akpo-Sani at the Addison County Turning Point Center at 802-345-4656 or 802-388-4249. “We are trying to help people in opiate recovery connect with others who can help make life more fun and rewarding again,” Akpo-Sani said.
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In search of Middlebury’s treasures By Lou Varricchio
lou@addion-eagle.com MIDDLEBURY Ñ The best things in life are not only free, but they are often right in front us—in our own backyards, so to speak. In the case of historic downtown Middlebury, fascinating treasures abound from classical architecture and women’s progress to astronomy and ancient history. This is the first of an occasional series in search of Addison County treasures. MiddleburyÕ s circa 1893 grey dolostone Main Street bridge spans Otter Creek above the falls; it is a beautiful replica of RomeÕ s historic Ponte SantÕ Angelo, the Bridge of the Holy Angel, across the Tiber River. The Italian inspiration of the Otter Creek span was built around the year 134 as a link to the giant tomb of the Emperor Hadrian. The former tomb, of course, is todayÕ s Castel SantÕ Angelo, a papal residence. According to Middlebury College Professor Dr. Glenn Andres, writing in his definitive 1975 history of downtown Middlebury, titled Ò A Walking History of MiddleburyÓ Ñ most recently published by the Sheldon MuseumÑ the local bridge strongly reflects the artistry of the ancient original. “...Only after lengthy debate, numerous town meetings, cancelled contracts, and the offer of a substantial subsidy of Col. Joseph Battell, could the town decide to rebuild (the downtown bridge) in stone rather than in iron,Ó according to AndresÕ guidebook. It was Battell who urged town officials to rebuild the burned 1891 wooden bridge as a classical, yet scaled-down stone version of the ancient Roman bridge. Move a few blocks east of Middlebury’s “Roman” bridge and you’ll find a patch of lawn with towering trees and an understated stone monument; this greenspace divides Route 7 at the Middlebury Inn and is dedicated to Emma Willard. The monument, in plain view to passersby, honors Willard, the 19th-century pioneer in women’s higher education. The original Emma Willard School, known as the Middlebury Female Seminary which relocated from Middlebury to Troy, N.Y., in 1814, is the stately brick building located on 131 S. Main St. It is the modern site of Middlebury College’s Financial Aid Office. For astronomers and space buffs, the college holds another treasure—one of the first photographs ever taken of Earth’s natural satellite. An historic, delicate silver-on-copper metal image of the Moon is on display at the Middlebury College Museum of Art at 72 Porter Field Rd. Taken by Massachusetts inventor and amateur astronomer John Adams Whipple on Aug. 6, 1851, the rare daguerreotype shows lunar surface details including craters and mountains. Compared to todayÕ s astonishing NASA Hubble Space Telescope digital deep-space imagery, it is a tiny astronomical pic-
“The Moon,” a circa 1855 daguerreotype by John Adams Whipple on display at the Middlebury College Museum of Art. This historical astronomical image was purchased with funds provided by the Christian A. Johnson Memorial Fund and the Overbrook Foundation. Middlebury College image
ture. Never-the-less, even measuring a mere 3.5 inches by 2.75 inches, WhippleÕ s antebellum space image is surprisingly rich in visual detail; it can be considered among the first, high-definition images of our rocky neighbor in space. A short distance west from the college’s art museum is West Cemetery, located along South Main Street (Route 30). The town cemetery is the site of the most bizarreÑ and oldestÑ marked grave site in Vermont. A stone headstone stands above the grave of an ancient Egyptian couple, a young prince and princess, and bears these words: “Ashes of Amun-Her-Khepesh, aged 2 years, son of Sen Woset 3rd, King of Egypt, and his wife, Hathor-Hotpe, 1883 B.C.Ó The remains buried in the West Cemetery are the crumbled, cremated dust of a mummy artifact that had been housed in Henry Sheldon’s home, now the Sheldon Museum. Museum founder and collector Sheldon had acquired the mummified royal remains sometime during the 1880s. After Sheldon died in 1907, the little mummy was misplaced amid the owner’s many tagged attic treasures. When the artifact resurfaced, probably during house cleaning in 1945, it had deteriorated to such an extent that it was decided to bury it, rather than restore it. Middlebury resident George Meade was kind enough to donate a small portion of his family plot in the West Cemetery. He now spends eternity with his ancient Egyptian neighbors.
The West Cemetery grave of an ancient Egyptian royality Her-Khepesh and Hathor-Hotpe, a two-year-old married couple, died in 1883 B.C. There mummified remains were reburied in Middlebury in 1945. Photo by Lou Varricchio
Damage to historic bridge
EditorÕ s Note: We regret that a portion of this news item was cut from last weekÕ s published report. We reprint it here in its entirety. MIDDLEBURY Ñ At a meeting last month, the Middlebury Select Board acknowledged receipt of an inspection report from the Vermont Agency of Transportation’s Highway Division, which identified structural damage to the Pulp Mill Covered Bridge caused by a recent accident involving a Green Mountain Power repair truck. The acknowledgement indicated the town’s intent to comply with the repair recommendations, according to a town manager’s report of the meeting.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Jean Cadoret By Lou Varricchio
lou@addison-eagle.com MIDDLEBURY — There’s no harder volunteer worker than Jean Cadoret. The Cornwall resident volunteers her time at Porter Medical Center. Cadoret has been a devoted volunteer at Porter for the past 20 years. According to Serena Eddy Guiles of the Addison County RSVP and the Volunteer Center/Green Mountain Foster Grandparent Program, Ò Jean is also a skillful seamstress and spends her time making hundreds of fleece hats, mittens, scarves and shawls each year. RSVP’s Warm Hearts Warm Hands program donates JeanÕ s beautiful handmade items to local elementary schools, child care centers, hospitals and social service agencies and they all LOVE her handiwork. She has accumulated a total of 11,578 hours during her tenure as an RSVP volunteer.” The Middlebury Community Supper Program is seeking vol-
unteers to help out during the next several months. Every Friday evening, volunteers meet at the Congregational Church to make delicious meals and share them with members of our community. Tasks include setting up buffet tables, simple food preparation, and clean-up. This is a great opportunity for groups or businesses that would like to volunteer as a team. You can volunteer once a year or once a month. Call 388-7044 if you are interested. Would you like to be do more as a community volunteer? The United Way is always looking for RSVP Bone Builders instructors. 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.
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Vermont fights home improvement fraud MONTPELIER — The Vermont Attorney General’s Office is continuing its efforts to enforce Vermont’s Home Improvement Fraud statute. Contractors who intend to defraud the homeowner and enter into contracts but do not perform the required work or repay homeowners for down payments may be investigated for potential criminal charges. Since January 2014, the Attorney General’s Office has obtained Home Improvement Fraud convictions in the Vermont Superior Court, Criminal Division against: Robb Brunelle, of Richmond
Donald Richards of Milton The Office has filed criminal charges in Chittenden County against the following individuals: Ralph Bassinette, of Burlington Randy Bouchard, of Jeffersonville Robert Billings, Jr., of Swanton Robert Witham, of Colchester (Registry Violation) Ron Bryan, Jr, of Richmond Additional cases remain under investigation. The Vermont Attorney General’s Office maintains the Vermont Home Improvement Fraud Registry of persons convicted under this statute. General
and roofing contractors are not licensed by the State of Vermont. Consumers are encouraged to check the Registry and to contact the Vermont Attorney General’s Consumer Assistance Program and the Better Business Bureau sites for a history of consumer complaints prior to agreeing to pay for home repair work. Homeowners who wish to report a complaint of Home Improvement Fraud should contact their local police department and file a report with the Consumer Assistance Program. To file online visit: www.uvm.edu/consumer.
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The homeless animals at the Rutland County Humane Society (RCHS) would love to be added to your holiday list this year. Each ornament on the holiday tree in the RCHS shelter represents a different item the animals at the shelter need this holiday season. Stop by, pick out an ornament, purchase the item and watch the homeless animals howl and meow with glee. Some of the items on this year’s wish list include animal bedding (new or used comforters, blankets and towels), gift cards to local pet merchants, HE laundry detergent, 13 and 33 gallon trash bags, bleach, pig ears, big rawhide bones, paper towels, brooms and dustpans and soft chewy dog treats. RCHS is always in need of supplies for the animals and is grateful for your continued support. Please stop by the shelter, pick out an ornament and help the animals in our care. For more information please contact the shelter at 483.6700 or visit www.
www.addison-eagle.com rchsvt.org. Thank you for remembering the homeless animals at the Rutland County Humane Society. CHARGER 8 year old. Neutered Male. Beagle. If you need a smile and a giggle you need to stop by the shelter and meet me and my best friend Zeus. We are a couple of fun loving Beagles and we wag our tails non stop. We really enjoy being with people and getting lots of love and attention. We are easy to have around and the staff at RCHS has really enjoyed our company. After we socialize with our favorite people we’ll curl up for well deserved naps and snore just a bit. JADE 1.5 year old. Spayed Female. Pit Bull mix. I’m an adorable, sweet young lady who is easy to have around. I really enjoy being with people and will give you a gentle kiss to tell you how much I love you. I know how to Sit and Shake (with both paws) and I’d love to learn more commands. I donÕ t like to play with toys very much but I do like to play with my favorite people. IÕ ll chase you around so we can have fun together. I have beautiful markings and the cutest ears youÕ ll ever see. If you think IÕ d make a great addition to your family please stop by and say hi. JORDAN 6 month old. Neutered Male. Domestic Short Hair Black. Hi, IÕ m Jordan. I arrived at the shelter on November 21 as a stray from Rutland. I am a very busy little fella. I spend quite a bit of my time inspecting my surroundings and testing the waters. I am very affectionate and enjoy my snuggle time with people. I am enjoying meeting a lot of people here at the shelter but I think it would be neat to have a person or family all to myself. If this is something that sounds good to you, I think itÕ s time to come in. It would be a lot of fun if we could meet.
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MENDON Ñ On Nov. 20, Jessica N. Lennon, 37, of Killington was stopped in the parking lot of Sensible Shoe on U.S. Route 4 in Rutland Town. Lennon was stopped on Route 4 near Sugar and Spice in Mendon where she was traveling at 69 mph. Lennon, under criminal suspension, had an odor of intoxicants; a preliminary breath test, resulted in a 0.129 percent BrAC. Lennon was processed for DUI.
Driver fell asleep
BRISTOL — A Vermont State Police crash investigation revealed that driver Scott Phillips, 43, fell asleep while traveling south on Route 116 in Bristol Nov. 24. Phillips recalled waking up just before his vehicle traveled off of the road and collided with a guard rail. Phillips was uninjured and the vehicle was towed away due to disabling crash damage.
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Coco is a sociable little dog who enjoys walks and the company of the people he is with. He spent most of his life in Florida with another dog and then was surrendered to us when his human mother passed away. He received lots of TLC and medical care at Homeward Bound, including a dental cleaning and tooth extraction. He was adopted out to a loving couple who cared for him for nearly a year before they too became unable to meet his needs. He is now 10 years old and really deserves a couch of his own. Like all of us as we age, CoCo has a few quirks, most noticeably is that he does not like his face and mouth handled and becomes quite snappish! He suffers from dry skin and does best on a hypoallergenic diet, as well. Due to his age and his sensitivity to being handled, we recommend that CoCo go into a home with children who are at least 13 years old so they can appreciate his needs for peace and quiet. If you have room in you heart and hearth this holiday season, please consider giving CoCo a home for the holidays. Homeward Bound Addison County Humane Society 236 Boardman St. Middlebury, Vt. 05753 Phone 802-388-1100 Fax: 802-382-9320
Tree planting approved
MIDDLEBURY Ñ The Middlebury Select Board unanimously approved the Lions Club’s request to plant a new evergreen in Court Square, according to Town Manager Kathleen Ramsay. The Lions Club has put lights on the existing evergreen tree in Court Square. Faced with the increasing cost of decorating and lighting the tree as it has grown over the years, however, the Lions recently reached out to the town to explore cost-sharing options for purchasing and planting a new tree in the square. At this point, town staff has identified three suitable locations in Court Square for such a tree and the Lions Club is coordinating with a local supplier on the purchase and planting of a 12-feettall white spruce, pending identification of any underground utilities. The Lions would like to have the tree in the ground by the first week of December.
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Vermont A.G. silent donations to single-payer candidates Vermont Watchdog Report By Bruce Parker
bparker@watchdog.org MONTPELIER Ñ Conclusion: Despite receiving complaints that a single-payer advocacy group haD been making potentially illegal donations to candidates, the Vermont Attorney General’s Office offered no public response in time for the Nov. 4, 2014 election. In recent months, Vermont Leads, the top advocate of single-payer health care in Vermont, has sent campaign contributions to dozens of progressive and Democratic candidates in hopes of electing state lawmakers friendly to Gov. Peter ShumlinÕ s health care agenda. Conclusion: Sharon Toborg, a resident of Barre who filed both formal complaints, said she has yet to receive a response from the AG’s office, despite the fact the money has been spent and election results canÕ t be reversed. Ò I think the most amazing thing is that I have heard absolutely nothing from the attorney general,” Toborg told Vermont Watchdog. “Here we are before an election, there are concerns about what a PAC is doing, and attempts to get clarity on the law (go unanswered). … How can you have election and campaign finance laws if the attorney general can’t even answer questions about them in a timely fashion before an election?Ó she asked.
In particular, Toborg is seeking for Sorrell to say whether Vermont Leads meets the definition of an independent-expenditure-only committee (IE PAC). In Vermont, independentexpenditure-only committees may take in unlimited contributions, but are prohibited from donating to candidates or parties. When Vermont Watchdog asked Duane if Vermont Leads was an independent-expenditure-only committee or not, he said, Ò ItÕ s a matter under investigation, and IÕ m not going to comment in the middle of an investigation.Ó Duane added it would be imprudent to comment because the case involves potential penalties, injunctions and court action, and because the attorney general has limited authority to act based on complaints. Ò ThereÕ s a process, and the attorney general does not have the ability to unilaterally order somebody to do something they may not want to do without the intervention of a court,” Duane said. While Duane refused to speculate what penalties Vermont Leads might incur if the contributions are illegal, he spoke generally about penalties for violating campaign finance laws. Ò (ThereÕ s) a civil penalty of up to $10,000 for each violation… There’s also allowance for injunctive relief under the same section. And if a person knowingly and intentionally violates the law, there’s a fine of not more than $1,000 or imprisonment for not more than six months, or both. So there are criminal penalties, there are civil penalties, and then thereÕ s injunction relief
Hinesburg boater gets sentence By Gail Callahan newmarketpress@denpubs.com
HINESBURG - Hinesburg resident Christopher Thompson is getting a second chance after he pleaded no contest last week to charges stemming from a motorboat-swimming accident in June. Thompson faces reckless operation of a motorboat and simple assault with a weapon. Thompson, 47, who was driving a motorboat on Lake Iroquois, ran over swimmer Jane Marinsky, a 62-year-old Buffalo, N.Y., resident, who was seriously injured in the event, and spent a few days in the intensive care unit of The University of Vermont Medical Center. Thompson’s pleas means he will avoid a permanent criminal record. His plea was entered in the Vermont Superior Court in Burlington. According to terms of the plea deal, the pair of convictions will be removed from Thompson’s records if he refrains from getting into trouble until Oct. 1, 2015. He also must adhere to the traditional terms of probation as detailed by the state. Also, Thompson must take and complete an online boater safety course sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard and must pay Marinsky $750 to purchase buoys and anchoring items for people along Lake Iroquois for the upcoming season. Thompson must also spearhead the printing and distribution of some 500 pieces of literature, detailing safe recreational water activities. At the time of the accident, Thompson was towing two people,located in the stern of the craft. He was hosting a birthday party at his Hinesburg home. Marinski was a daily swimmer in the lake. Alcohol wasn’t a factor in the accident.
Rutland area checkpoints warned
RUTLAND Ñ During the period starting Dec. 21 and Dec. 28, the Rutland County SheriffÕ s Department, assisted by other local Law Enforcement Agencies, will be conducting sobriety checkpoints within Rutland County. An aggressive effort will be made to identify impaired drivers on our highways. Officers will also be enforcing seat-belt, child restraint and other motor vehicle laws during these checkpoints. All motorists are urged to use a designated driver whenever necessary.
as well,” Duane said. According to Toborg, Vermont Leads has since filed amended campaign finance disclosure forms in response to her claims, a move she says is evidence the group may have violated the law. Toborg said she is outraged at the inaction by the attorney general. “The point of this is Vermont Leads could
have potentially spent a whole bunch of money on elections that under the law they aren’t allowed to … and the law is not monitored or fairly applied,Ó she said. Peter Sterling, the director of Vermont Leads, didnÕ t return Watchdog.orgÕ s request for comment. Contact Bruce Parker at bparker@watchdog.org
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Guest Viewpoint
Gas: Not a Vermont solution
W
hile hundreds of Vermonters from every corner of the state clamor for a stop to the fracked gas pipeline, Steve Wark of Vermont Gas Systems (VGS) keeps asking, “How can we get gas to Rutland more quickly?” And has offered a formula to answer his question. This despite the fact that in July 2012, Mr. Wark was quoted as saying that VGS expected to reach Rutland with gas service within seven years. This quote was printed in the Addison Independent before VGS inked a deal with International Paper. Once the IP deal was reached, all of a sudden VGS would not be able to get to Rutland before 2035 unless they were allowed to bring gas to Internationl Paper first. Unfortunately, Steve Wark’s recent purported “simple but powerful formulaÓ , Ò Phase I + Phase II = Rutland,Ó is not a formula at all. A formula is Ò a rule or principle, frequently expressed in algebraic symbols,Ó according to dictionary.com. Instead, his is an equationÑ “an algebraic expression that asserts the equality of two quantities.” Steve Wark’s algebraic expression asserts that the fastest way to get gas to Rutland is from Colchester through Vermont’s rural landscape and across Lake Champlain. The problem is itÕ s just that, an assertion. Everyone knows the simple formula Wark was reaching for: The shortest distance between two points is a straight line. The quick-
est pipeline route would have been straight down Route 7, where no easements or seizures via eminent domain would have been necessary because of an existing public road right-of-way. Instead, VGS chose the longest route – through towns the company thought would be pushovers because their median home values and incomes are lower than Shelburne’s and Charlotte’s. Wark’s equation never worked by any honest interpretation, but its justification has recently become insurmountably difficult. Developments in Canada threaten both the supply and transportation cost for natural gas that VGS hopes to purchase from suppliers in Alberta, Canada, and transport through TransCanadaÕ s pipeline. TransCanadaÕ s plan B in case the Keystone XL pipeline stalled has always been the Energy East project, which involves converting the companyÕ s natural gas transmission line into a tar sands pipeline. We all know that Keystone XL didn’t make it through the U.S. Senate recently. What Vermonters might not know is that without Keystone XL, TransCanada will be pushing its proposed Energy East project much harder during the year-long review process of its permit application to the Canadian version of our Public Service Board. Sophie Brochu, the CEO of Gaz Metro, VGS’ Canadian parent company and supplier of natural gas to Vermont, recently stated in a speech that the Energy East pipeline will threaten Gaz Metro’s ability to provide adequate service to customers in Canada on peak days, including industrial clients, and will cause an increase in the
cost of natural gas to consumers. Guess what? Gaz Metro/VGS is a public utility and passes on all cost savings AND all cost increases to its customers. VGS’ only source of natural gas is the pipeline threatened by the Energy East project, and Gaz Metro already said in its annual report a year ago that any change in transportation costs or gas supply could eviscerate the cost competitiveness of natural gas over oil. That was BEFORE the recent 30 percent drop in the price of oil. What does all this mean for VGS’ equation? We need to rewrite it: (Phase I + Phase II) x (gas supply reduction + gas transportation cost increases in Canada) = colossal rate hikes for VGS ratepayers + stranded fossil fuel infrastructure in Vermont + dug up farms and condemned properties – (minus) any reasonable justification whatsoever. Any 8th grader can tell you that this new equation can be further reduced to:Phase I + Phase II = little-to-no benefit for Rutland or Vermont. A simple but powerful formula for evaluating fossil fuel infrastructure proposals in the future might be: Ò the fastest route to renewable energy is never via fossil fuels.” An equation would do too: New Fracked Gas Pipelines = More Climate Change. Ross Conrad Middlebury
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Police Reports
Man charged for cocaine possession
CLARENDON — On Oct. 30, troopers of the Vermont State Police at Rutland conducted a motor vehicle stop on Railroad Drive in Clarendon. A roadside investigation revealed several indicators of impairment and driver James Cross, 46, was subsequently arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence of a drug. Investigation further revealed probable cause for the seizure of CrossÕ s vehicle in order to obtain a search warrant. During the subsequent search of the vehicle, troopers located approximately 7.3 grams of cocaine inside the vehicle. On Nov. 14, Cross was arrested for the possession of cocaine and DUI 5. While in custody at the State Police Barracks, Cross attempted to conceal 0.3 grams of cocaine under a bench seat inside the holding cell area. An additional charge of possession of cocaine was added to the two existing charges and he was lodged at Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility for lack of $5,000 bail.
Drugs smuggled into prison
RUTLAND — The Vermont State Police arrested Marble Valley Correctional Facility inmate William Castellano, age 43, of Merrick, N.Y., for possession of narcotics. On Nov. 18, the Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility notified the Vermont State Police regarding contraband located during a search of an inmateÕ s cell. State Police discovered during the investigation inmate William C. Castellano had clothes and other personal items mailed to him at the correctional facility. The items were inspected by staff and initially no contraband was detected. Corrections staff later conducted a search of CastellanoÕ s cell and discovered suspected buprenorphine on his shelf. Correction officers also noticed a tear along the elastic band along the ankle area of the new sweat pants Castellano received in his package, indicating the transportation method the narcotic entered the facility. Castellano is scheduled to appear at Rutland Superior Court Criminal Division on Dec. 29 to answer to the charge possessing a depressant, stimulant, and narcotic drug.
Bristol vandalism under investigation
BRISTOL — Vermont State Police are investigating a vandalism to a home on Burritt Lane in Bristol. The incident took place between Dec. 3 and Dec. 7. A VSP investigation revealed that the suspect used a cutting tool to vandalize Christmas light strands attached to the victimÕ s house. If you have information regarding this incident please contact State Police at 802-388-4919. Information can also be submitted online at www.vtips.info or text CRIMES (274637) to Keyword: VTIPS.
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From page 1 2000s: Mike Rainville (Maple Landmark) 2010s: Paul Ralston (Vermont Sweet Maple) ACEDC welcomed new board members to help the organization move forward into the future and thanked the many former board members for their contributions over the years. The following individuals were elected to the board effective Jan. 1: One Year Term:
Michael Corbett, PeopleÕ s United Bank Marie Jewett, Co-op Insurance Sarah Morris, Basin Harbor Club Paul Ralston, VT Coffee Company Second Three Year Term: Sarah Cowan, National Bank of Middlebury Chris Knapp, Country Home Products The following outgoing board members were also recognized: Francie Caccavo, OliviaÕ s Croutons, board secretary Darcy Tarte, PeopleÕ s United Bank, immediate past president.
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Ghosts of ski seasons past By Lou Varricchio
lou@addison-eagle.com MIDDLEBURY Ñ On the last day of June 2012, I took the road less traveled. I wanted to flex the tires of a new automobile along a long, lazy route through a beautiful, little frequented portion of New York’s Catskill Mountain region, on a cracked, neglected concrete section of U.S. Route 209. Nestled among the trees, right along the faded county road which paralleled Route 209, were the crumbling remains of an eerie, abandoned summer resort. During its heyday of the mid 1960s, the now abandoned Homowack Lodge had hosted top-name comedians ranging from Woody Allen and Don Rickles to Jackie Mason and Jack Carter. Why this once thriving Ò Borshcht BeltÓ mountain resort had closed, I hadnÕ t a clue, but its ruins—which included a now eroding Olympic-size swimming pool filled with brackish water, and weed-choked tennis and shuffleboard courts—echoed with distant laughter of long-gone summer vacationers. ThereÕ s nothing
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sadder than a lost dream. Viewing the wreck of the Homowack reminded me of the late author John CheeverÕ s “The Swimmer,” a haunting short story—and made into a Hollywood cult movie—about the vanishing American Dream. What I never realized, at least until I came across a fascinating book by author Jeremy Davis, is that Vermont has its own Rod Serling’s Ò Night GalleryÓ of ghost resorts, too. DavisÕ book, titled Ò The Lost Ski Areas of Southern Vermont”, tells the story of the rise and fall of such things. In the case of the Green Mountain State, its resort ghosts are legionÑ long-closed and forgotten, ski areas. With the slopes of these dead resorts now largely covered with mature tree growth, and their alpine warming huts crumbled to mildewed heaps or consumed by voracious carpenter ants, these ski places take us back to a simpler timeÑ a time before apres snobs, and the gentrification of most everything, ruined CONTINUED ON PAGE 17
This rare color photo, courtesy of Bill Jenkins, appears on New England Lost Ski Areas Project website. It shows young skiers at the High Pond alpine Platterpull in Hubbardton during the 1950s, courtesy Bill Jenkins. The children’s rope tow is in the front. Image courtesy of New England Lost Ski Areas Project
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own ski resort? Proctor Tow ~ Proctor High Pond Ski area operated in Hubbardton, RutRetreat Tow/Bart’s Tow ~ North Sherburne From page 16 land County, between the late 1940s and the early Rutland Jr. College ~ Rutland 1980s. It had one of the first platter pull lifts along Rutland Recreation/Country Club ~ Rutland with one of the earliest artificial snowmaking plants. Shrewsbury Mountain ~ Shrewsbury many an outdoor experience for the rest of us. Then there was the ski run on Chipman Hill. in Ski Haven ~ Shrewsbury Hidden among the hills and mountains of southMiddlebury. Located above U.S. Route 7, you can still In future issues, with the help of several local histoern Vermont are the slowly disappearing remnants of see the remains of the jump and formerly groomed rians, we’ll explore these vanished ski areas in more 60 ski areas. Each has its own sad story. slope on the south side of Addison CountyÕ s shiredetail. If you know of other vanished ski areas, please In most cases, the slopes of these resortsÑ from the town’s prominent Ice Age drumlin. drop us a line at the e-mail address noted above. modest to the plushÑ have returned to forest. You Ò From the family-operated Hogback may even catch glimpses of rusting in Windham County to Clinton GilbertÕ s ski lifts with their passenger chairs scattered on the farm in Woodstock—where the very first ground. rope tow began operation in the winter Ò Today,Ó according to Jeremy Davis, creator of the of 1934—these once popular ski areas left New England Lost Ski Areas Project online and auan indelible trace on the hearts of their ski thor of the excellent book , “only 14 remain open and communities and the history of southern active in southern Vermont. Though they offer some Vermont,” Davis said. incredible skiing, most lack the intimate, local feel of In the meantime, Davis has compiled a NATALIE SEARS CLARK these lost ski trails.Ó list of over 100 ghost ski areas statewide; AUGUST 18, 1941-DECEMBER 5, 2014 At a book signing gathering held at the Cornerhere’s a small sampling of sites within the stone Room at Okemo MountainÕ s Jackson Gore Inn, EagleÕ s circulation area: reported by the Eagle last year, Davis explained that Birdseye Mountain ~ Castleton over investment, local competition, local climate Burnham Hollow Ski Tow ~ Middlechange, skier habits, insurance costs, and good oldtown Springs fashioned bad luck were behind the closing of these Chipman Hill ~ Middlebury once beloved ski areas. Dick’s Tow ~ Killington Before he signed his book for enthusiastic attendGreen Mountain College ~ Poultney ees, Davis showcased the story of lost ski areas using High Pond Mountain ~ Brandon/Hubphotographs and maps. bardton DavisÕ presentation at the time included an introHuntington Ski Area ~ Huntington (Exduction to ski-area development in southern Veract name unknown) mont, why the areas closed, and what happened to Hyde Manor ~ Sudbury them after they closed. Lincoln Sports ~ Lincoln There are several examples older Eagle readers Moriah Center, NY - Natalie 1992 she fulfilled that dream Maplewood Winter Sports Area ~ Fair may recallÑ Sears Clark 73, died Decem- when she purchased the Haven Who remembers when the Brandon area had its ber 5, 2014 at home with her Fashion Corner Bridal in Mountain Top Inn ~ Chittenden family at her side. She was Port Henry, NY which she born in Lake Placid, NY on ran until her death. She August 18, 1941, the daughthoroughly enjoyed serving ter of Frank and Betty (Althe prom girls and especially ford) Sears. She graduated enjoyed working with the from Lake Placid High Brides. Natalie was predeSchool in 1959. In 1963 she ceased by her parents and married Allan Clark from her sister Nancy. She is surAuSable Forks and moved to vived by her husband of 51 Cayuga, NY where Allan beyears, Allan, siblings, Frank, gan his teaching career in the Donald and Betsy Richards, Union Springs Central her two children, JoAnne School District. Natalie Clark Caswell and her husloved her flower gardens, band James, and Robert and from window boxes to large 3 grandchildren, Adam, Heigardens like she had in Moridi and Jesse. A special ah Center. In addition to her thanks goes out to the High interest in gardening she also Peaks Hospice staff that joined the Order of the Easthelped us through the rough ern star in 1978 (Star of spots in these last few Cayuga Chapter #339 in months of Natalie's life. Union Springs, NY) and has Calling hours will be 3 to 4 been an active member to the PM on December 20, 2014 present time serving as Mawith a memorial service to tron of Laeticia Chapter #263 follow immediately after at in Mineville and various of- the Harland Funeral home fices in Ft. Ticonderoga 4279 Main Street Port Henry, Chapter #263 in Ticondero- NY. Donations may made to The Order of the Eastern ga. She has also served as Star, Save the Home Fund, Grand Esther and Associate PO Box 959, Oriskany, NY Grand Marshall at the State 13424, Families First PO Box level of the Order of the EastDo you remember when the Brandon area had its own ski resort? High Pond Ski area operated in Hubbard565, Elizabethtown, NY ern Star. 12932 or the American CanNatalie also had a dream of tonbetween the late 1940s and the early 1980s. It had one of the first platter pull lifts along with one of the cer Society. running a Bridal shop and in earliest artificial snowmaking plants.
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The Week In Sports
Panther women defeat Amherst; men fall to Lord Jeffs MIDDLEBURY — The Panther swimming and diving teams ended their semester by hosting a dual meet against Amherst. The women utilized their depth to defeat the Jeffs for the first time since the 2002-03 season by a 158-130 score, while the men fell by a 203-77 tally. The Panthers return to action on Jan. 3 when they host Bates for a dual meet starting at 2 p.m. During the women’s competition, the Middlebury quartet of Sarah Bartholomae, Jamie Hillas, Megan Griffin and Courtney Haron touched the wall first in the 200 medley relay with a time of 1:48.72. Individually, Hillas was victorious in the 100 breaststroke (1:06.03), while Ann Carpenter stopped the clock first in the 50 free (25.19), just ahead of teammates Stephanie Andrews (25.26) and Morgan Burke (25.28). Haron led the field to the wall in the 100 freestyle (54.35), while Burke was second. On the diving board, the Panthers recorded 26 team points from the tandem of Elissa DeNunzio and Adrianna Baker as Amherst didn’t have a diver compete. DeNunzio won the 1-meter
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event with a score of 213.83, while Baker was second (206.55). In the 3-meter, the tables were turned as Baker took home the win (201.38), while DeNunzio was the runner-up (195.68). In the final event of the meet, the team of Burke, Griffin, Ann Carpenter and Haron won the race to the wall with a time of 3:39.45 in the 400 free relay for 11 key team points. On the menÕ s side, individual event victories came from Stephan Koenigsberger and Bryan Cheuk. Koenigsberger
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Your complete source of things to see and do in the region Wednesday, Dec. 10
RUTLAND - Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging Annual Board of DirectorÕ s Meeting, Rutland Country Club, 8:30 p.m. RSVP & Info: 786-5990. RUTLAND - Gift of Life Marathon: 12 days of Giving, Holiday Inn, 12-6 p.m. Info: 800-RED-CROSS. NEW HAVEN - Historical Society Meeting, Community Library,7-9 p.m. RUTLAND - Fiddle Jam, Godnick Adult Center, 7:15-9:15 p.m. Info: 775-1182. RUTLAND - Book Signing by CSJ Author Marshall Highet, College of St. Joseph, 4-6 p.m. Info: 776-5236. RUTLAND - Shakespeare on Main Street presents Ó A Christmas Carol,Ó Rutland Free Library, 7 p.m. Info: 315-0019.
Thursday, Dec. 11
CASTLETON - RAVNAH Health Clinic, Castleton Meadows, 12:30 p.m. Info: 775-0568. BRANDON - Efficiency Vermont Community Forum, Neshobe School, 6-7:30 p.m. NEW HAVEN - The Hibernators, Tourterelle, 7:30 p.m. Free. RUTLAND - Project VISION Monthly Meeting, Alliance Fellowship Church, 12-1:30 p.m. RUTLAND - Public Meeting about City Pool, Rutland Free Library, 5:30-7 p.m. Info: 773-1822. RUTLAND - Gift of Life Marathon: 12 Days of Giving, College of St. Joseph, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: 800-RED-CROSS.
Friday, Dec. 12
MIDDLEBURY - Board Game Night, Ilsley Public Library, 6:30-9 p.m. VERGENNES - “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” Vergennes Opera House, 7-8 p.m. Info: 877-6737. RUTLAND - Holiday Reception and Awards Ceremony, Chaffee Downtown, 5-7 p.m. RUTLAND - An Evening Honoring Lenny Burke & the Burke Family, Paramount Theatre, 7 p.m. Free. Info: 775-0903.
Saturday, Dec. 13
VERGENNES - Christmas Cookie and Craft Sale, Champlain Valley Christian Reformed Church, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 877-9986. RUTLAND - Gift of Life Marathon: 12 Days of Giving, Elks Club, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Info: 800-RED-CROSS. BRISTOL - Breakfast with Santa, Holley Hall, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Info: 453-5885. PANTON - Addison County Gospel Choir, Panton Community Church, 7-8 p.m. Free. VERGENNES - Chicken and Biscuits Supper, Vergennes United Methodist Church, 5-6:30 p.m. $8/adults, $4/children. Info: 877-3150. RUTLAND - Holiday Craft Fair, Holiday Inn, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. BRANDON - FarmersÕ Market Holiday Fair, Neshobe School, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Info: 273-2655. VERGENNES- “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” Vergennes Opera House, 7-8 p.m. Info: 877-6737.
Sunday, Dec. 14
RUTLAND - ARC Christmas Dinner Dance, Elks Lodge, 12-4 p.m. For individuals with Developmental Disabilities and their families. Info: 775-1370. VERGENNES - K of C Breakfast, St. Peter’s Parish Hall, 8-10 a.m. $8/adults, $7/seniors, $6/children ages 6-12. STARKSBORO - Annual Caroling Party, Jerusalem Schoolhouse, 2-4 p.m. Info: 453-4573. VERGENNES - “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” Vergennes Opera House, 2-3 p.m. Info: 877-6737. RUTLAND - Compassionate Friends Candle Lighting, Good Shepard Lutheran Church, 4-5:30 p.m. Info: 773-8702. BRANDON - Holiday Choral Concert, Brandon Congregational Church, 3-5 p.m. Free. MIDDLEBURY - Scrapbooking, Ilsley Public Library, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 15
BRISTOL - Mr. Christmas Tree Pageant, Holley Hall, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info: 349-0498. RUTLAND - Book Sale, Rutland Free Library, 4-8 p.m. WEYBRIDGE - Handbell Concert and Christmas Sing-along, Weybridge Congregational Church, 7:30 p.m. Info: 542-2895.
Tuesday, Dec. 16
MIDDLEBURY - Draft Dodger Workshop, Ilsley Public Library.
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1993 Chevy Geo Prizm, auto, runs great, comes w/2 snow tires, $1250 OBO. Call Chris 518-5436167. 1999 VOLKSWAGEN BUG, 112 K miles, new brakes, tires, inspection, excellent condition, $2900. 802-345-8985. 2004 Chevy Impala, 92K miles, heated seats, cruise control, new battery & starter, $3500. Call 518494-5289 Leave Message. 2004 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, runs & drives great, Platnium series, all power, inspected, 3 row seats, $1295. 802-349-4212. 2004 Hyundai Elantra , all power, 4 door, runs & drives nice, inspected, great gas mileage, 182,000 miles, $999.00 802-3494212. 2004 Volvo, White, V70, 118k miles, 28 MPG, 1 owner, excellent condition, $5000. 518-499-0252.
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TICONDEROGA MT VISTA APTS – 1bdrm $528+. Appliances/trash/snow. No smokers. Rental assistance may be avail; must meet eligibility requirements. 518-584-4543 NYS TDD Relay Service 1-800-421-1220 Handicap Accessible, Equal Housing Opportunity TICONDEROGA VILLAGE GROUND FLOOR Apartment, suitable for single person or couple, modern apartment, gas fireplace, new carpeting, nice quite residential neighborhood, large yard, onsite laundry equipment, no pets, lease & security deposit required, $485/mo. 518-585-2224 or 518-586-6477
APARTMENT RENTALS Chestertown - Large 1 Bdrm, ground floor, heat included, W/D. 2 Bdrm, heat included, W/D. Both newly remodeled, hardwood floors/carpet, basement storage. Walk to town. Call 518-494-4551 or 518-796-7906 Crown Point – 1 bdrm, furnished, many new renovations, minutes to VT access road and snowmobile trails, possible pet allowed, $600/mo includes all utilities & trash removal. Call or text 305240-5854. Crown Point – 3 bdrm, private yard, minutes to VT access road & snowmobile trails, possible pet allowed, $800/mo incl heat, electric & trash removal. Call or text 305240-5854 Crown Point – 4 bdrm/4 bath, beautiful home, stainless steel appliances, in hamlet, could be used as business, $950/mo. Call or text 305-240-5854. Crown Point – Excellent location near library, school, post office, 2 convenience stores, restaurants. Street level, no pets. $550/mo + utilities, 1 month rent & 1 month security. 518-597-3897. North Creek – Holiday Special, 1 bdrm cozy little cottage, $475/mo. plus utilities. Located in village of North Creek. Enclosed front porch, fenced back yard & private driveway. 1 month rent & 1 month security due at signing of 6 or 12 month lease, sorry no pets. Call 518-251-5669. NORTH CREEK, NY Studio Apartment, Great Location, Private Entrance with Porch, Walk to Town, Minutes to Gore. 518251-2511. PORT HENRY. 2BR Apartment. Near Downtown, Walking distance to grocery store, shopping, services, $500. Plus security deposite. 802-363-3341. Putnam Station – 1 bdrm, ground floor, quiet country setting, fenced in yard, $525/mo + util & security. 914-879-3490 RETIREMENT APARTMENTS, ALL INCLUSIVE. Meals, transportation, activities daily. Short Leases. Monthly specials! Call (866) 3382607 Schroon Lake - 2-3 bdrm spacious upstairs apartment in lovely country setting. Non-smokers, no pets. W/D hook up, $675/mo includes electric. Security & references required. 518-265-9875. Ticonderoga – 5 Dudleyville Drive, 4 bdrms, downtown location, $775/mo, tenant pays elec & heat, HUD approved, available now. 802-375-7180 or ian@organicbodybuilding.com Ticonderoga – Available Now, newly renovated 1 bdrm, washer/dryer attached, trash removal incl, no pets, very nice, located 174 Lake George Ave, $550/mo. 518-585-6364. Ticonderoga – gorgeous 2500 sq. ft. 2bdrm/2bth apartment, ready 11/1. Open floor plan, marble countertops, crystal chandeliers throughout, hardwood tile and marble floors, new stainless steel appliances, propane heat, laundry room with W/D included, trash removal included, NO PETS, $850/mo. 518-585-6364.
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HOME RENTALS Brant Lake – 2 bdrm/1 bath, suitable for 2, $575/mo + utilities & security. 812-369-5237 Crown Point – 2 Bdrm Home, deposit & references required, $525/mo. 518-597-3935 Mineville – 3 bdrm, small home, small yard, $650/mo + security deposit. 518-572-3467. MORIAH 2/3 BEDROOM Remodeled Farmhouse, full barn, nice lot $850 + security & utilities, pets considered. Available January 1st. 518-361-6313 MOBILE HOME RENTALS Crown Point – 3 Bdrm Trailer, deposit & references required, $625/mo. 518-597-3935. Crown Point – Available Immediately, 2 bdrm, no smoking, no pets, $600/mo + $600 security. Call anytime 518-597-3228. VACATION PROPERTY RENTALS Out of State Real Estate Discover Delaware's Resort Living Without Resort Pricing! Low Taxes! Gated Community, with amazing amenities! New Homes from $80's! Brochures available 1-866-629-0770 or www.coolbranch.com. WARM WEATHER IS YEAR ROUND In Aruba. The water is safe, and the dining is fantastic. Walk out to the beach. 3-Bedroom weeks available. Sleeps 8. $3500. Email: carolaction@aol.com for more information.
Lake George - 2003 custom built seasonal home, 14' x 38' w/glass & screened enclosed porch, exc cond. Ledgeview Camp, Highway 149. Asking $65K. 518-964-1377
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Port Henry Duplex Apartment Building, completely renoved, excellent rental history, some owner financing avail, $69K. 518-5468247
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Crown Point on Sugar Hill Road, 4-5 bdrms, 2 bath, full cellar, dbl garage, 1 1/3 acres w/pool, elec & wood heat, $169,900. 518-5973869 KINGSBURY – private cul-de-sac near Quaker Road, 4bdrm, 2 bath, indoor pool, full basement, garage 2 story barn, asking $199,500. 518-683-6839 LAND BUILDING LOTS FOR SALE in the town of Moriah. Lake view, great hunting, and privacy what more could you ask for. Call Ashley at 578-2501 for more information. CATSKILL MTN SHORT SALE! 108 acres - $189,900. Mtn views, new well, fields, woods, subdividable! Twn rd, utils! $200K under market! Fin avail! 1-888-650-8166 Newyorklandandlakes.com Crown Point Land – 53 Peasley Rd. Property offers 3.5 acres on Putnam Creek w/600' of road frontage, a 50' x 30' 2 story fram barn w/elec & oil heat. Zones residential. Can be converted or build new. Beautiful spot & minutes to the Northway or Ticonderoga, $65K. Purdy Realty, LLC 338-1117 Call Frank Villanova 878-4275 Cell LENDER ORDERED SALES! 10 acres - $29,900. Trout stream, woods, apple trees, twn rd, utils, EZ terms! Priced $30K below market! 1-888-701-1864 or newyorklandandlakes.com MUST SELL 9.1 acre building lot with prime hunting. Next to State land. Harris Road, Brant Lake, NY. Asking $62,500. 518-494-3174 PROPERTY FOR SALE: Rand Hill Road, Beekmantown, NY. 11.67 Wooded Acres, Borders State Land. Private Sale. 518-492-7178. 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. 518-696-2829 FARMFARM666@yahoo.com 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
MOBILE HOME Park Model, 1986. Ledgeview Camp, Highway 149, 5 Pine Breeze Trail, reduced to $39,500. Come see, it's really neat! New in 2012: roof, siding, bedroom, deck & shed! 352-428-8767 VACATION PROPERTY Out of State Real Estate Sebastian, Florida Beautiful 55+ manufactured home community. 4.4 miles to the beach, close to riverfront district. New models starting at $99,000. 772-581-0080, www.beach-cove.com. HOME IMPROVEMENTS ELIMINATE YOUR HEATING BILLS with an OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler. Vermont Heating Alternatives 802-343-7900 INTERIOR DOOR, PRE-HUNG, New, Solid Pine, 6 Panel, Stain Grade, Right Open, 32”. Asking $115.00. Call Bob 518-6235063. INSURANCE Need Car Insurance Now? Lowest Down Payment - Canceled? State Letter? Accidents? Tickets? DUI? Instant Coverage! INSUREDIRECT.COM 1-800-2313603 REAL ESTATE 1 ACRE OF LAND at ATWOOD Rd., West Chazy, NY, close to schools, nice location. Please call 518-493-2478 for more information. ADIRONDACK “BY OWNER” AdkByOwner.com 1000+ photo listings of local real estate for sale, vacation rentals & timeshares. Owners: List with us for only $299 per year. Visit online or call 518-891-9919 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
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