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THE ESSEX

August 11, 2016

Vol. 36, No. 32

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Photo by COLIN FLANDERS Essex residents cast their votes during the primary election Tuesday afternoon at Essex Middle School.

All eight House candidates move on to general election

BY COLIN FLANDERS ince Tuesday’s state primary had little impact on Essex’s house of representative hopefuls — all eight candidates are moving on to the general election — the

real story was found in the gubernatorial races. In what proved to be a surprisingly lopsided Democratic contest, voters in all three Essex districts — Chittenden 8-1, 8-2 and 8-3 — favored Sue Minter over Matt Dunn by a nearly 2-to-1 ratio.

Minter received a total of 1,222 votes to Dunn’s 617. Peter Galbraith finished in a distant third with 132. Meanwhile, in the Republican race, Phil Scott edged out Bruce Lisman in all three districts and finished with a total of 905 votes to the Shelburne business-

man’s 657. Statewide, Scott and Minter both won their respective nominations and will now face off in November. Out of the 15,723 registered voters across Essex’s three districts, the 3,627 ballots cast Tuesday represent a 23 perSee PRIMARY, page 14

Rotarians welcome local imam By MICHAELA HALNON

File photo by COLIN FLANDERS Homeless veteran Michael Barney has until August 16 to vacate his camp outside the entrance to the Champlain Valley Exposition, pictured above.

Village wins lawsuit against Michael Barney Homeless vet has until August 16 to leave By COLIN FLANDERS

he village of Essex Jct. won its lawsuit against Michael Barney, ushering the homeless veteran’s finals days of living in a makeshift shelter by the Essex fairgrounds. He now has until August 16 to vacate the area before the sheriff’s office could forcibly remove him. Barney had 20 days to respond in writing to the complaint filed by village attorney Andrew Bolduc in June. He failed to do so, prompting Vermont Superior Court Judge Helen M. Toor to grant the village’s request for a default judgment.

The sheriff’s office served Barney the writ of possession notice August 1, Bolduc said. He’s allotted 10 business days to leave. Police have tried talking to Barney about support services for the homeless on multiple occasions, Essex Police Chief Brad LaRose said. Barney has lived in the area for nearly nine months despite numerous requests to vacate. Police identified no criminal violations to authorize his removal, yet he has been trespassed from local businesses. At a meeting in late May, the trustees stressed See BARNEY, page 2

The Rotary Club of Essex welcomed Imam Islam Hassan from the Colchester-based Islamic Society of Vermont as the featured speaker at its weekly meeting last Wednesday. Originally from Egypt, Hassan heads the only mosque in Vermont and is directly involved in various political efforts throughout the state. Essex Rotarian Greg Morgan, responsible for organizing the group’s speaker series, said he was inspired to reach out to the Islamic Center after Rotary International spent the last year under the direction of a Hindu president. “I believe that many of us in Rotary do not understand the religious traditions that are less common in the United States,” Morgan said in an email. “Hopefully, hear-

ing directly from the imam will contribute to the dialogue with and understanding of Islam.” The Rotarians had several questions for Hassan, who engaged in dialogue that ranged from playful to challenging. Some were curious about the basic tenants of the religion, wondering how the Quran differed from the Bible and about the process of converting to Islam. “One word to say and to believe it in your heart, and that is it – a piece of cake, right?” Hassan joked. The conversation did not shy away from controversy, though, touching on the complexities of mental health, refugee resettlement, terrorism and ISIS. But even a discussion of politics at the small lunch table, one Rotarian noted, never turned rowdy or rude despite some differing opinions.

Photo by JASON STARR Nicole Grinstead prepares to open Nomad Coffee last week on the Brownell Block of Main Street in Essex Jct.

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Photo by MICHAELA HALNON Imam Islam Hassan of the Colchester-based Islamic Society of Vermont, pictured above, spoke to the Rotary Club of Essex last week.

Nomad Coffee finds Five Corners home By JASON STARR

vacant lot in the middle of Five Corners is turning into an eclectic mix of services and amenities. Earlier this summer, Berdas Roadside Eatery relocated to the spot on the Brownell Block of Main Street, and this week, a mobile coffee cart called Nomad Coffee will begin serving. The Village of Essex Jct. also used a grant to construct a shaded seating area on the parcel. Nomad Coffee operates out of a vintage camper custom rebuilt in the style of a small fishing

shanty. “I am not big on the traditional food truck look, so I wanted to make it unique and cute,” Nomad co-owner Nicole Grinstead said. Grinstead and her husband, co-owner Andrew Sepic, have been rebuilding the camper for about a year at their home in Westford; they recently moved to Bolton. Formerly of Johnson, they recall driving into Burlington along Route 15 and wondering why suburban Chittenden County lacked the local coffee shops common in the city. See NOMAD, page 2

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local St. Albans police seek Essex Jct. man By ABBY LEDOUX St. Albans police are looking for an Essex Jct. man after he committed a series of crimes Monday evening, a press release said. Police are seeking to arrest Stuart Davis, 22, for multiple felonies, though SAPD says he is not considered a danger to the general public. Police responded to a disturbance on Elm Street in St. Albans around 7:40 p.m. Monday night, where officers learned Davis attempted to “inappropriately touch a female acquaintance,” police said. A fight ensued when

Photo courtesy of St. Albans Police Dept. Police are seeking 22-year-old Stuart Davis of Essex Jct., above, following an incident in St. Albans Monday evening.

the female yelled to her boyfriend for help; Davis then tried to run the man

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the difficulty of their decision. They feared the Champlain Valley Exposition’s busiest season ahead — highlighted by the fair’s opening day on

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With day jobs in sales and branding that allow them to set their own hours, the couple launched Nomad to slake what they view as an underserved area. They hope the cart is popular enough to support moving into a permanent location in Essex one day. “I always looked at Five Corners and thought, ‘that’s my No. 1 pick [for a location],’” Grinstead said. “I feel like Essex is exploding with people and energy, and it’s time for Essex to have its little coffee shop.” Gabe Handy owns the property Nomad and Berdas share. Last year, he tore down the building there; he has not filed any redevelopment plans with the village. “He was super excited about it and made it really easy for us,” Grinstead said of Handy. Nomad Coffee plans to be open yearround with coffee, espresso and pastries. In the winter months, the business hopes to operate as a drive-through, but the village recently used a National Association of Realtors grant to construct and place

over twice in his vehicle, police said, striking the house and damaging its front porch in the process. Police said a cell phone video recorded by a neighbor shows Davis do a “donut” in the middle of Elm Street before speeding toward the house, attempting to hit the male resident. He fled the scene just prior to officers’ arrival, police said. Multiple attempts to locate Davis have been unsuccessful. Authorities plan to cite him with aggravated assault, grossly negligent operation, lewd and lascivious conduct and unlawful mischief, police said.

August 22 — could lead to problems with added foot traffic. CVE executive director Tim Shea expressed the same concern. Barney’s shelter, comprising of a green and gray tarp resting between the fence and a bike rack, was still visible Monday afternoon.

a pergola on the lot’s Main Street driveway. According to Village Community Development Director Robin Pierce, the structure was placed strategically to block off a cut-through drivers had used to avoid Five Corners traffic lights. But it also blocks the most natural drivethrough option for the coffee shop and cuts off the Main Street entrance to Berdas. Berdas owner Cory Charles, an Essex High School graduate, is not fond of the pergola placement, but he’s happy with the Five Corners location overall. Last year, the burger, hot dog, French fry specialist was located at the Family Fun and Entertainment Center on Upper Main Street. This spring, Berdas set up in the parking lot at 197 Pearl Street. But when the smoke shop and sex toy store Good Stuff moved in, Charles began looking for a new home. Handy, who owns both parcels, suggested the Five Corners location. Charles plans to be open there through October. “I’m sure this will be apartment buildings or office space someday, but I want to be a name people remember,” he said.

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Essex PD installs public AEDs ment owns its unit. Officer Steve Dunning will provide on-site training to staff at these locations. While previous AED units required certification, Garey asserts the new defibrillators are easy enough for anyone to use. He said the department looked for “high-traffic areas” where the units would most benefit the public. Essex Rescue and both Essex fire departments carry AEDs. Yet since studies show early intervention is vital, there’s been a push to provide them in public spaces, Garey said. A victim’s chance of survival drops by 7 to 10 percent for every minute a normal heartbeat isn’t restored, according to the American Heart Association. Defibrillators provide a shock to momentarily stun the heart, giving it chance to resume its normal rhythm. Garey took one from its white case on the wall of the department’s lobby last month to demonstrate. He booted up the unit and performed chest compressions after it determined a shock wasn’t neces-

Editor’s note: An inadvertently shortened version of this story appeared in last week’s edition of The Essex Reporter. The full story is reprinted below. By COLIN FLANDERS Essex Police Department has installed seven public defibrillators in hopes of allowing quicker responses to sudden cardiac events, according to Cpt. Rick Garey. Automated external defibrillators, or AEDs, are used to treat the abrupt loss of heart function known as sudden cardiac arrest. The units are located at the new town offices, village offices, Brownell and Essex Free libraries, police department and Maple Street Pool. Sand Hill Pool has had one on loan from the fire department, and EPD has delivered one each for the village and town public works departments, Garey said. EPD served as point for the purchases after a vendor offered a discounted price. The funding for each unit, just under $1,500, comes out of each facility’s building equipment budget, Garey said, so each depart-

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sary. An automated voice guided him through the process. Luckily, he was only standing over a test dummy. At one local business, however, the scenario has played out with much higher stakes. Courtney Kutler, executive vice president of The EDGE Sports and Fitness, said staff have administered defibrillators to five people over the past three years. Two of those were at the company’s Essex location. “Each time, that person left here alive,” she said. Paramedics informed her the victims wouldn’t have lasted without quick access to a defibrillator, she said. Agreeing with Garey’s userfriendly assessment, she called it an ideal system for such high-stress situations. “It takes the guesswork out for you,” she said. Garey also recalled a few times over the years when medical events occurred during town or village meetings. He’s optimistic the new units will make a difference. “Hopefully it’ll save some lives,” he said.

Photo by COLIN FLANDERS Essex police Cpt. Rick Garey performs CPR while demonstrating the functions of new AEDs, which the department helped place in Essex’s public areas.

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“I believe the only bad questions are the ones you don’t ask,” he said. Andrew Strniste could be forgiven if he had a bit of culture shock when he started his job as Underhill’s planning coordinator on July 5. His most recent job with the Connecticut Department of Transportation was spent forecasting traffic volumes for large projects and reviewing major traffic generators that could affect the state network – issues foreign to Underhill. But Strniste is no stranger to smaller municipalities, having worked in North Dakota as a land use planner. Strniste has a bachelor’s degree in regional planning, geology and environmental science and a law degree from Vermont Law School. “I always wanted to come back to Vermont,” he said. “Connecticut is going through a difficult financial situation, so I decided to explore other options and was pleased when Underhill called me back. The stars had aligned.” Though it’s still early, Strniste is enjoying his new gig. “I’m still getting my feet under me, but I’m picking everything up,” he said. “I like what I’ve done so far, and I’m looking forward to the additional work.”

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There are several new faces at the town halls of Jericho and Underhill this summer. Underhill has a new planner in Andrew Strniste and a new zoning administrator in James Baker; in Jericho, Chris Flinn has taken the reins as zoning administrator. Chris Flinn began as Jericho’s new zoning administrator at the end of May. Flinn has an environmental economics degree and considerable background in the field – he initially worked as a permit specialist and project manager for developers before moving to the public sector as a planner, zoning administrator and director of planning and zoning for municipalities as diverse as Barre, Burlington and Charlotte. Flinn left his job in Barre when his second child was born to take a new position – stay-athome dad – for 10 years, still dabbling in other business ventures. After recently closing down a biomass firm he was involved in, Flinn decided to seek a new position. “I went back to where I started,” he said, noting he applied for the Jericho job because he was familiar with its duties and felt comfortable with the size of the community.

“My perception was that this is a smaller community and there might be less issues and/or entanglements than a place with a bigger demographic,” he added. “This seemed like a job that would be manageable and easy to step into.” So far, Flinn has been impressed with the people who work in Jericho’s town hall and says residents have welcomed him. “I haven’t had any major challenges yet,” he said. Flinn said a zoning administrator is often the least popular municipal officer in town, except when reappraisals are taking place. Since that process is currently underway in Jericho, Flynn said, he has a reprieve. “When that’s over, I’ll be under the gun,” he joked. A Burlington resident, Flinn is intrigued by Jericho’s three distinct village centers in contrast to smaller municipalities with just one. “It’s interesting, and you’ve got different varieties of development that surround and support those cores,” he said. “Plus, you get to see Mount Mansfield.” Flinn can be found at the town hall on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and hopes residents will visit during his office hours to chat and ask questions.

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Photo by MICHAELA HALNON Imam Islam Hassan speaks to an Essex Rotarian at the group's meeting last Wednesday. Hassan, who leads the Colchester-based Islamic Center of Vermont, was invited to the local Rotary's speaker series where he answered questions and discussed the Muslim experience in Vermont.

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Still, Hassan did not shy away from addressing the political talking points directed toward Muslims on the national stage in his prepared speech to the club. “A lot of Muslims are not concerned at all about these remarks,” Hassan said. “We contribute to this society, we contribute to this community and people cannot be fooled by the statements that have been presented.” Hassan also shrugged off the suggestion that Muslims might have trouble assimilating in Vermont or that they frequently face crippling discrimination. “There are no Muslim-only neighborhoods here in Vermont,” he explained. “There are incidents here and there, but it does not represent the overall attitude of the state.” However, Hassan said Vermont’s Muslim community does face some

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unique challenges. Nearly 90 percent of the state’s refugee population identify as Muslim and hail from many corners of the world. When gathered in one mosque, arguments occasionally arise about the most appropriate way to practice the religion. “It makes my job sometimes difficult,” Hassan said. “Islam is a very diverse religion and has many schools of thought.” Settling the disagreements has challenged Hassan, he said, making him a stronger leader. “A peaceful sea does not make a good sailor,” he remarked. Hassan finished his talk by inviting Rotarians to see the mosque for themselves. “Just open the door, take off your shoes and come in,” he said.

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ilton Fire Department is in for some new gear – but not for the firefighters: This gear is for the community’s pets. Emma’s Foundation for Canine Cancer is fundraising this weekend for pet oxygen masks to donate to Milton Fire and Rescue. Though the organization normally raises money for canine cancer, it’s switching up its philanthropic mission this month. “I’m a huge animal lover, especially dogs, after losing our dog Emma,” founder Tina Hatin said. “If there’s anything I can do to help, I’ll do it.” Hatin said she’s specifically passionate about helping animals trapped in fires – with her latest charitable venture, she’ll do just that. On August 13, Emma’s Foundation is hosting “Cans for a Cause,” where community members can redeem their bottles and cans at Milton’s Midtown Jolley on Route 7 and donate their earnings. All proceeds will go toward the purchase of the masks, event coordinator Diana Bourgeois said. One $90 Wag’N 02 Fur Life kit includes three oxygen masks, all different sizes to fit the needs of various animals. The kit also holds three oxygen tubes, a carry bag, instructions for animal CPR and two decals. The goal is to raise enough money for one kit, but Bourgeois hopes they’ll exceed $90, enabling them to provide masks to other area departments. Hatin said she’s still trying to find out which towns are in need. The Underhill Jericho Fire Department is

Photo by KAYLEE SULLIVAN Diesel the pup shows off a pet oxygen mask at the Underhill Jericho Fire Department last week.

one station that’s already equipped. A local animal hospital donated a kit of three masks to the department. In the seven years Lt. Sean McCann has been on the force, though, he hasn’t seen them used. Even so, McCann said he believes every department should have one. “It’ll be that one time that’ll make a difference,” Lt. Calvin Caswell added. Caswell’s dog, Diesel, was on site to demonstrate the oxygen masks last week. With his face in the large mask, the pup was a bit jumpy; McCann noted an animal using the mask in a crisis situation would likely be more limp after rescue, not bouncing with energy. The masks, which are made to fit common pets as small as hamsters and ferrets, hook up to a firefighter's oxygen tank. The masks rest in the department’s first response truck, and McCann said having them on hand is comforting in case the call comes when they do need to resuscitate an animal. “I’m a dog owner and a big pet lover, so having them on a rig, particularly our first response vehicle, is pretty important,” McCann said. “It’s a terrible thing for someone to lose their property or home, so

at least when you get pets out, that’s a huge mental offset.” Milton Fire Chief Don Turner has experience with that. Last month, his crew responded to a blaze at fellow firefighter Jeremy Coulliard’s home, where they rescued a cat and a dog from the burning structure. No one else was home, and no one was harmed. If crews had been equipped with the masks at the time, they would have rescued the animals and triage would have helped flow the oxygen to them, Turner explained. McCann said firefighters on departments without pet masks can use their own masks to relay clean oxygen to the mouths of suffering animals. Budgeting for equipment has its costs, Turner said, so the opportunity to work with a local group to add additional equipment is helpful. Both McCann and Turner stressed that human life safety is always at the forefront of their trucks. Though Turner expressed his appreciation for Emma’s Foundation’s pending donation, he hopes “we never have to use them,” he said.

State amends charges against drunk driver By ABBY LEDOUX The Chittenden County State’s Attorney has amended the charges against an Essex man accused of drunkenly driving an ATV that killed a Colchester woman in June. Police said Daniel LeMire, 41, was operating his ATV under the influence when he collided with two of three motorcycles on Route 128 just after 9 p.m. on May 31. One of the motocrycle passengers, Crystal Santana, later died of injuries sustained in the crash; other pas-

sengers sustained non-critical injuries, police said. Police initially cited LeMire with DUI with serious injury resulting, but after Santana died, that citation was upped to DUI with death resulting on June 2. Last week, Essex police announced LeMire’s charges were again amended, this time by the state, to DUI 1 with fatality resulting and gross negligent operation. In June, LeMire was lodged on $25,000 bail. His next court date is scheduled for September 16.

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Water and sewer bills were mailed to Village of Essex Jct. property owners on July 29 and are due August 31. The current bill is for fixed charges for the quarter of April 1 to June 30 and does not include water usage. (Meters will be read, and six months of water usage plus quarterly fixed charges will be included in the next billing on October 28.) Payments can be mailed or brought to the village office at 2 Lincoln St., Essex Jct., VT 05452. A dropbox is available for

after-hours check payments. Payments received or postmarked after Aug. 31, 2016 will be charged a 5 percent penalty. For questions concerning your bill, or if you did not receive a bill, please call the village treasurer’s office at 878-6951. Water/sewer bills can be paid online or in the office with credit or debit card for a fixed convenience fee of $2.95. A link to online payments can be found on the village website at www.essexjunction.org.

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Brownell Library reopens after renovation Brownell Library reopened with full service at the end of July after the installation of a subfloor and carpet on the library’s main floor required the main building to be closed to the public. Many library patrons took advantage of the satellite library that was operated out of the Kolvoord Community Room where materials were circulated, and youth summer reading programs were held at nearby sites. “We are grateful for the flexibility of the public and the volunteers who assisted in packing

and moving library materials, which were both important aspects of having this renovation go so smoothly,” library director Wendy Hysko said. “Staff worked hard to manage the details of moving out of the main floor while offering limited service to our dedicated library users, and we are thrilled to be back open with an improved space.” The library is now open with summer hours on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Blue Spruce Grange donates quilts Earlier this summer, members of Blue Spruce Grange #574 in Essex Jct. presented a collection of approximately 25 handcrafted lap quilts to the VNA Adult Day Program. Site manager Allyn (Lynn) Chase-Denton received the quilts on behalf of the facility’s clients. The lap quilts are the final result of a project started at the Champlain Valley Fair last August, where visitors to the Grange display were asked to place quilt squares on a template. The completed quilt tops were then sewn together by members of Granges in Champlain Valley Pomona, the regional Grange for Chittenden and Addison counties. Participating Grangers were: Beacon Light Grange in Richmond, Blue Spruce Grange in Essex Jct., Bridport Grange, Colchester Grange, Charlotte Grange and Milton Grange. This has been a very popular activity at the Grange display, and many quilt tops were designed and prepared for completion. Adult Day Programs’ three sites are warm, welcoming places where friends can be with friends. They sites combine social and recreational activities with nursing assessments, medication administration, therapeutic services, meals and appropriate levels of exercise. The VNA maintains sites on Prim Road in Colchester, Farrell Street in South Burlington and Pinecrest Drive in Essex Jct. For more information on the Adult Day Program, contact Chase-Denton at 878-7851. For more information on the grange, contact Brenda Rousselle at 8785877.

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wood Sq. 5:24 p.m., Accident on River St. 5:40 p.m., Suspicious on Woodside Dr. 6:41 p.m., Theft on Maple St. 8:40 p.m., Suspicious on Colbert St.

Thursday

6:41 a.m., Arrest for Retail Theft on Center Rd. 10:34 a.m., Intoxicated Person on Sherwood Sq. 2:54 p.m., Suspicious on W Sleepy Hollow Rd. 4:57 p.m., Theft on River Rd. 6:47 p.m., Family Fight on Baker St. 7:33 p.m., DUI & Possession of Heroin on Cascade St. 8:25 p.m., Suspicious on Sydney Dr. 10:41 p.m., DUI on Main St.

newspapers satisfy a basic human craving that the big dailies can’t do. That is the affirmation of the sense of community, a positive and intimate reflection of the sense of place, a stroke for us-ness, our extended family-ness and our profound and interlocking connectedness.”

Friday

3:57 a.m., Family Fight on Towers Rd. 4:47 a.m., Suspicious on West St. 2:36 p.m., Accident on Pearl St. 3:48 p.m., Suspicious on West St. 4:45 p.m., Suspicious on Village Glen. 9:22 p.m., Assault on West St.

Saturday

7:45 a.m., Accident on Park St. 5:40 p.m., Family Fight on Autumn Pond Way 9:50 p.m., Family Fight on Saybrook Rd.

Sunday

2:07 p.m., Suspicious on Mansfield Ave. 7:13 p.m., Theft on Maple St. 8:35 p.m., Burglary on Main St.

Tickets issued: 23 Warnings Issued: 27 Fire/EMS Calls Dispatched: 44

wo independent newspapers – The Indianapolis Star and USA Today – published a major investigation related to USA Gymnastics’ failure to report the suspicion of child sexual abuse by different coaches over many years. Their failure to follow the law has resulted in the abuse of some victims over many years, including children who may not have otherwise been victimized. This same pattern has occurred in high-profile cases across our nation, including colleges and in faith communities. What happened with the Jerry Sandusky case at Penn State in 2011 dated back decades. Each institution was more interested in protecting its own reputation than reporting horrific crimes happening in clear view on its watch. As the Indianapolis Star reported, USA Gymnastics had developed policies that made reporting such crimes more difficult and, when they were reported, allowed leadership to largely ignore them. How many times does this have to happen before we take stronger action? What needs to happen to stop it now? First, facts about child sexual abuse confirm that sexual predators will often seek employment in a position that gives them access to children and youth. Second, the vast majority of adults working in these institutions are wonderful and dedicated individuals who choose to give back to their communities, sacrificing higher paying jobs because of their commitment to helping children learn, grow and prepare for successful adulthood. Third, nearly all of these stories, both at Penn State and now at USA Gymnastics, focus on the failure to report child abuse. Reporting is critical, and Vermont requires all those who work and care for children to report the suspicion of child abuse or neglect to the Vermont Department for Children and Families. Anyone can make a report – anonymously if they wish – at 1-800-6495285. Prevention is equally important – studies show that once a child has suffered abuse, his or her life is changed forever. Although many victims remain strong and resilient, research shows victims are more likely to suffer ailments including alcohol and drug use, criminal involvement, mental health problems, chronic health issues, marital problems, physical health problems and even early morbidity. Child maltreatment is clearly a root cause of a large swath of health and social problems affecting millions of Americans, costing us billions of dollars in lost humanity and productivity along the way. Child sexual abuse is preventable. It can be stopped before a child is victimized. What can work? As one example, youth-serving organizations can develop stronger policies that prohibit specific “boundary-violating behaviors” that are part of the grooming process used by predators to identify a vulnerable child. This could include providing special gifts or rides to a child, inviting them to be alone with the adult (outside of the program), developing relationships via social media or any touching that goes beyond acceptable guidelines for that program. Implementing these policies sends a powerful signal that an organization is wise to steps that predators use, and violations will be quickly reported. It empowers other staff to come forward earlier and inform leadership if a coworker is exhibiting creepy or unacceptable behavior, and it may also encourage those with problems to seek professional help. Prevent Child Abuse Vermont works with schools and childcare providers to train adults in protecting children from child sexual abuse. If your school, childcare center, organization or club would like more information or training about preventing child sexual abuse, please call us at 1-800-CHILDREN or 2295724, or visit www.pcavt.org. Together, we can lift the veil of secrecy and silence that allows child sexual abuse to occur.

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Religious Directory

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH - 61 Main St., Essex Jct., 878-8341. James Gangwer, pastor. Sunday School: 10 a.m., Worship Service: 11 a.m., Sunday evening worship: 6:30 p.m., Wednesday evening youth groups: Awana, pro-teens and prayer meeting, 7 p.m.; Fundamental-independent. CHRIST MEMORIAL CHURCH - Route 2A, Williston, just north of Industrial Ave. 878-7107. Wes Pastor, senior minister, proclaiming Christ and Him crucified, Sundays: 9:30 a.m., www.cmcvermont.org. DAYBREAk COMMUnITY CHURCH - 67 Creek Farm Plaza, Colchester. 338-9118. Brent Devenney, lead pastor. Sunday service: 10:30 a.m., www. daybreakvermont.org; brentdaybreak@gmail.com ESSEX ALLIAnCE CHURCH - 37 Old Stage Road, Essex Jct. 878-8213. Sunday services: 8:30 a.m., courtesy photo

10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m., www.essexalliance.org. ESSEX CEnTER UnITED METHODIST CHURCH - 119 Center Rd (Route 15), Essex. 878-8304. Rev. Mitchell

Learn more about Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Chittenden County at The American Cancer Society's breakfast celebration kick-off and informational meeting at the DoubleTree Hotel in South Burlington from 9 - 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13. The annual walk to raise funds and awareness to end breast cancer is scheduled for October 16 this year.

Hay, pastor. Service 10:00 a.m. with Sunday School and childcare provided. We offer a variety of small groups for prayer, Bible study, hands-on ministry, and studying contemporary faith issues. Please join us for worship that combines the best of traditional and contemporary music and spirituality. We are a safe and welcoming space for all people to celebrate, worship, ask questions and plant spiritual roots. FIRST COngREgATIOnAL CHURCH OF ESSEX JUnCTIOn - 1 Church Street, Essex Jct. 878-5745. Rev. Mark Mendes, senior pastor. Summer Worship One Service: 9 a.m., June 5 – September 4. Communion: first Sunday of every month. School Year Sunday School: 5th/6th Grade, Jr. & Sr. high youth groups. Heavenly Food Pantry: fourth Thursday of the month, 2-6 p.m. except for Nov. & Dec. when it is the third Thursday. Essex Eats Out community dinner: 1st Friday of the month, 5:30 – 7 p.m. Music includes Senior Choir, Praise Band, Junior Choir, Cherub Choir, Handbell Choir, Men’s Acapella & Ladies’ Acapella groups. UCC, an Open and Affirming Congregation, embracing diversity and affirming the dignity and worth of every person, because we are all created by a loving God. www.fccej. org; welcome@fccej.org gRACE UnITED METHODIST CHURCH - 130 Maple Street, Essex Jct., 1 mile south of the Five Corners on Maple Street / Route 117. 878-8071. Worship Sundays: 9:30 a.m., with concurrent church school pre-K to high school. Handicapped-accessible facility. Adult study group Sundays: 11:00 a.m; adult choir, praise band, women’s fellowship, missionally active. Korean U.M.C. worship Sundays: 12:30 p.m., come explore what God might be offering you! HOLY FAMILY - ST. LAwREnCE PARISH - 4 Prospect St., Essex Jct., Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m, St. Lawrence; Sunday Morning: 8:00 a.m., St. Lawrence; 11 a.m. & 7:30 p.m., Holy Family. For more information visit www. hfslvt.org. MT. MAnSFIELD UnITARIAn UnIVERSALIST FELLOwSHIP - 195 Vermont Route 15, Jericho, the red barn across from Packard Road. 899-2558. Services are held 9:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Sunday of each month from September through June. Visit www.mmuuf. org. ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH - 4 St. James Place, Essez Jct., off Rt. 2A at the Fairgrounds Gate F. 8784014. Holy Eucharist Rite II: 9 a.m. Visit www.stjamesvt. org; stjamesvtoffice@yahoo.com. ST. PIUS X CHURCH - 20 Jericho Road, Essex. 878-5997. Rev. Charles Ranges, pastor. Masses: Saturday, 4:30 p.m. & Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Confessions: Saturday, 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. or please call 878-5331 for an appointment.

11 ThurSdaY Tai chi for healTh and WellneSS

11 - 11:45 a.m., Bayside Activity Center, Colchester. For ages 50+; registration is available at taichi@ cvaa.org or by calling Karen at 865-0360, ext. 1019. Classes are no charge, but we welcome sustainability donations to further the program – these can be made online while registering or mailed to CVAA, 76 Pearl St., Suite 201, Essex Jct.

Marko The Magician

1 - 2 p.m., Essex Free Library. Race to the finish line to experience the magical powers of Marko as we welcome him for his 22nd year. All ages.

Young aThleTeS

3 - 4 p.m., Brownell Library. Special Olympics Young Athletes Program introduces children to the world of sports prior to Special Olympics eligibility at age 8. The Young Athletes Program is a unified sports program. For children with and without intellectual disabilities. Parent must accompany child. For ages 2 - 7.

afTer hourS ParTY

5 - 7 p.m., Brownell Library. A party for teens who volunteered this summer. For grades 6 and up.

aMerican legion coMMuniTY dinner 5:30 - 7 p.m., American Legion Post 91, 3650 Roosevelt Highway, Colchester. $10; open to all.

children’S STorYTiMe

6 p.m., Rocky’s Pizza, 39 Park St., Essex Jct. Mother Goose stories and Aesop’s Fables.

eSSex coMMuniTY hiSTorical SocieTY 6 - 7:30 p.m., Harriet Farnsworth Powell Museum in Essex Center, Routes 128 & 15. Step into the story of Essex and its people. Our museum collection brings the stories of Essex history to life in displays about local families, businesses and those in the armed services from the Civil War to Vietnam. Free and ADA accessible. For more information, email essexcommunity historicalsociety@ myfairpoint.net or call 879-0849.

12 fridaY all ageS STorY TiMe

10 - 10:30 a.m., Brownell Library. Come listen to picture book stories and have fun with puppets, finger plays and rhymes. For ages birth to 5.

MuSical STorYTiMe

10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Essex Free Library. Rock out and read with stories, songs and instruments. For all ages.

five cornerS farMerS' MarkeT

3:30 - 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Place, Essex Jct. There will be delicious fresh produce and prepared foods for sale, as well as cheeses, meats, local wines, baked goods, crafts and more! So much variety you can get in a week's worth of shopping and find Friday's dinner, too!

dungeonS and dragonS

6 - 8:30 p.m., Brownell Library. Embark upon imaginary adventures. Our Dungeon Master serves as the game’s referee and storyteller. For grades 6 and up.

Maggie’S fiber fridaY for

adulTS

6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Brownell Library. Maggie Loftus, veteran knitter, will be settled in front of the fireplace in the Main Reading Room. She invites adult knitters and crocheters to join her with their projects and engage in conversation. Bring patterns to share if you’d like. If you wish to contact Maggie, email 6maggie2@myfairpoint.net.

13 SaTurdaY canS for a cauSe

All day, Midtown Jolley, Route 7, Milton. Donate your bottles and cans to Emma’s Foundation for Canine Cancer. All earnings will go toward purchasing pet oxygen masks for the Milton Fire Department.

Making STrideS againST breaST cancer breakfaST kickoff

9 - 10:30 a.m., DoubleTree Hotel, 1117 Williston Rd., South Burlington. The American Cancer Society hosts a kickoff breakfast celebration and informational meeting for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Chittenden County. The kickoff will provide community members information on how to get involved in the annual walk, slated for October 16.

SaTurdaY droPin STorYTiMe

10 a.m., Burnham Memorial Library. A weekly selection of music and books for children of all ages. No sign-up required.

WingS over verMonT

10:30 a.m. opening ceremony, Burlington Waterfront. After a 10-year hiatus, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds jet demonstration team

will return to the skies of Burlington as the headline act. World class aerobatic performers will also be featured. Free entry; proceeds benefit the University of Vermont Children’s Hospital, Camp Takumta and other local charities. For a schedule of events and more information, visit www.wingsoververmont.org.

14 SundaY Yoga on church STreeT exPo

9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Church Street Marketplace, Burlington. Yogis descend on downtown Burlington for an annual free community class led by Bill O'Connor from Hot Yoga Burlington and Heidi Bock from Yoga Roots from 9 -10:30 a.m. From 11 a.m. - 5 p.m, enjoy local vendors including Athleta, Dobra Tea and more. Bring your own yoga mat. Free, but all money raised will benefit H.O.P.E. Works, a Burlington non-profit dedicated to ending sexual violence.

WingS over verMonT

10:30 a.m. opening ceremony, Burlington Waterfront. (See Saturday, Aug. 13.)

eSSex coMMuniTY hiSTorical SocieTY 1 - 4 p.m., Harriet Farnsworth Powell Museum in Essex Center, Routes 128 & 15. Step into the story of Essex and its people. Our museum collection brings the stories of Essex history to life in displays about local families, businesses and those in the armed services from the Civil War to Vietnam. Free and ADA accessible. For more information, email essexcommunity historicalsociety@ myfairpoint.net or call 879-0849.

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calendar lOcal MeeTInGS ThurS., auG. 11 6:30 p.m., Town planning commission, town offices, 81 Main St., Essex Jct.

MOn., auG. 15 Village offices closed for bennington battle day 7:30 p.m., Town Selectboard, town offices, 81 Main St., Essex Jct.

15 MOnday brOwnell lIbrary clOSed. eSSex free lIbrary clOSed. learn TO crOcheT

6 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet? Want to participate in yarnbombing our light pole? Here’s your chance to do both! Seasoned crocheters will show you the basics and help troubleshoot your very first piece of fiber art. Claim a tag and a spot for your creation to be immortalized on the light pole, and learn a new trade at the same time. All materials provided. This program is for teens and adults, but families are welcome. Register online at www. colchestervt.gov/609/ Sign-Up-for-Programs.

lecTure & deMOnSTraTIOn: reTrOSpecTIve Of early aMerIcan decOraTIOn

6:30 p.m., Westford Red Brick Meeting House, Route 128, Westford. Roots of early Americana art forms dominant in this country 200 years ago will be shared with examples of the various styles recaptured by Historical Society of Early American Decoration artist Parma Jewett. For more information, contact Marjorie Hamrell at 879-4028.

16 TueSday TaI chI fOr healTh and wellneSS

verMOnT GenealOGy lIbrary

3 - 9:30 p.m., 377 Hegeman Ave., Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester. The Vt. Genealogy Library has the resources to help you find those elusive ancestors. For more information, visit www. vtgenlib.org.

drOp-In GenTle

TueS., auG 16 7 - 9 p.m., brownell library Trustees, Brownell Library, 6 Lincoln St., Essex Jct.

ThurS., auG 18 6 - 8 p.m., village planning commission, Village municipal offices, 2 Lincoln St., Essex Jct.

haTha yOGa

4:30 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Bring a mat and enjoy poses for mindful stretching and relaxation. A registered nurse of over 30 years, Betty Molnar is certified as a Hatha Yoga instructor from the Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago. Beginners and intermediates welcome. Sponsered by Friends of the Burnham Library.

drOp-In KnITTInG club

6:30 p.m., Essex Free Library. Bring your current knitting project or start a new one in the company of fellow knitters.

KInderGarTen TranSITIOn nIGhT fOr faMIlIeS 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Essex Free Library. New kindergarteners and their families are invited to listen to stories, get a library card, meet new friends and learn all about kindergarten! Brought to you by Building Bright Futures and the library.

17 wedneSday Tech TIMe wITh TracI

10 - 11 a.m., Essex Free Library. Need some tech help? Drop in with your device and your questions.

eSSex rOTary club MeeTInG

12:10 p.m., The Essex, 70 Essex Way, Essex Jct. The Rotary Club of Essex is known for offering a superb lunch, featuring speakers on topics of interest to the community at large. Visitors are always welcome.

hOp On The bandwaGOn: SuMMer SerIeS

5 - 8 p.m., Lang Farm, 51 Upper Main St., Essex Jct. Join us for an Essex Town community event. Food vendors include WoodBelly Pizza, Lazy Farmer and Jericho Cafe & Tavern. A cash bar will be onsite with a new, updated menu each week. Rookie's Root Beer and orange cream soda served by kids from St. Francis Xavier School. Corn hole and bocce ball game set up, as well as a mini artisan market. Free entry; vendors are cash only at this time. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.

wOMen'S pIcK-up baSKeTball 8 - 9:30 p.m., Lyman Hunt Middle School,

1364 North Ave., Burlington. RSVP at www. meetup.com/BurlingtonWomens-PickupBasketball-Meetup/ events.

18 ThurSday TaI chI fOr healTh and wellneSS

aMerIcan leGIOn cOMMunITy dInner 5:30 - 7 p.m., American Legion Post 91, 3650 Roosevelt Highway, Colchester. $10; open to all.

chIldren’S STOryTIMe

6 p.m., Rocky’s Pizza, 39 Park St., Essex Jct. Mother Goose stories and Aesop’s Fables.

eSSex cOMMunITy hISTOrIcal SOcIeTy 6 - 7:30 p.m., Harriet Farnsworth Powell Museum in Essex Center, Routes 128 & 15. Step into the story of Essex and its people. Our museum collection brings the stories of Essex history to life in displays about local families, businesses and those in the armed services from the Civil War to Vietnam. Free and ADA accessible. For more information, email essexcommunity historicalsociety@ myfairpoint.net or call 879-0849.

adulT cOlOrInG

6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Essex Free Library. Come join the fun of adult coloring! Bring your own books or choose from a variety of printed pictures supplied by the library.

MT. ManSfIeld Scale MOdelerS

6:30 - 8:30, Kolvoord Community Room at Brownell Library, Essex Jct. An informal gathering of scale model enthusiasts on the third Thursday of each month. Model builders encompassing all areas of interest and all skill levels are welcome. This club provides an opportunity to show off individual projects, discuss modeling tips and techniques, hear information of interest and gain inspiration from fellow modelers. For more information, call 879-0765 after 6 p.m.

19 frIday SOnGS and STOrIeS wITh MaTThew

10 - 10:45 a.m., Brownell Library. Matthew Witten performs songs about our world and tells adventurous tales. Funded by the friends of Brownell Library.

MuSIcal STOryTIMe

10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Essex Free Library. Rock out and read with stories, songs and instruments. All ages.

fIve cOrnerS farMerS' MarKeT

faMIly MOvIe: cOOl runnInGS

6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Brownell Library. This sports comedy is loosely based on the Jamaica National Bobsled Team’s debut in competition during the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. Free popcorn and drink. For all ages.

20 SaTurday SaTurday drOpIn STOryTIMe

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Hydrant Flushing And Line Maintenance The Town of Essex Water Department will be flushing and performing maintenance on fire hydrants throughout the Town during the months of August and September. Fire Hydrants on Perry Drive and Sand Hill Road will be repaired on August 16th and 17th. This work will require a temporary water shut down within these areas. Notices of residents impacted will be provided.

10 a.m., Burnham Memorial Library. A weekly selection of music and books for children of all ages. No sign-up required.

Residents may experience some temporary discoloration of their water during this period. Allowing the water to run for a few minutes will generally clear up this problem. If this issue persists please contact the Public Works Department at 878-1344.

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Noon - 3 p.m. signup, Colchester Airport Park. Mansfield Heliflight will drop up to 250 golf balls from above the hole – the closest to or first in will win $1,500; second place will receive $500. Balls available for purchase until 3 p.m. for $25 each or two for $35. This event replaces the annual Lions Club auction; proceeds beyond prizes go toward Lions Club charities. Contact liondavideaton@ comcast.net with questions.

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21 Sunday eSSex cOMMunITy hISTOrIcal SOcIeTy 1 - 4 p.m., Harriet Farnsworth Powell Museum in Essex Center, Routes 128 & 15. Step into the story of Essex and its people. Our museum collection brings the stories of Essex history to life in displays about local families, businesses and those in the armed services from the Civil War to Vietnam. Free and ADA accessible. For more information, email essexcommunity historicalsociety@ myfairpoint.net or call 879-0849.

OnGOInG evenTS: SuMMer OlyMpIcS ScreenInG August 8 - 19, Kolvoord Community Room at Brownell Library. When the community room is not in use for other regularly scheduled programs, we will be screening Olympic sports events on our new big screen.

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classifieds & jobseekers FOR SALE Attention RNs, LPNs and Care Providers! Spring Village at Essex, a new residential care facility specializing in memory care, is building their nursing and care provider team. Full time & part time positions available for all shifts. Group interviews are held every Wednesday at 2:00 pm or email your resume and cover letter to: joanne.bowley@ springvillageessex.com. Located next to the Essex Resort & Spa, we’re at 6 Freeman Woods, Essex Junction. Call for more details - 802.872.1700

School Age Site Director This is an opportunity to help with the development of today’s youth, managing an after school site. You relate well to staff and parents and run a program that is developmentally appropriate to the population served. Part time (approximately 25 hours) 2:30pm to 6pm with additional planning time. Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Human Development or Recreation and two (2) years’ experience working with groups of school-age children or meet the minimal requirements required by the State of Vermont. Openings starting August 22nd in BFA Fairfax, Fletcher Elementary, Burlington, Jericho Elementary, Thatcher Brook Primary School and Ferrisburgh Central School. Please email cover note and resume to Sara at srryan@gbymca.org or call Sara at 802-652-8150 if you have questions.

EMPLOYMENT

School Age Assistant

The Y manages after school programs in 14 elementary and middle schools serving children between the ages of five and twelve. Openings in Fairfield, Fairfax, Essex, Georgia, Huntington, Jericho, St. Albans, Underhill and Waterbury beginning August 22nd, 2:30 to 6pm Monday through Friday and the pay rate is $10.50/hr. Experience working with groups of school-age children. Please email cover note and resume to Aurina at ahartz@gbymca.org or call Aurina at 802-652-8152 if you have questions. We are an equal opportunity employer and provider focusing on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Positions are eligible for our $2,000 child care benefit and a Y membership.

TOWN OF ESSEX PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA/ PUBLIC HEARING SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 - 6:30 P.M. MUNICIPAL CONFERENCE ROOM, 81 MAIN ST., ESSEX JCT., VT 1. 2.

Public Comments Consent Agenda: Kyle Goldberg & Goldberg Leasing Co., Inc. are proposing a 20-seat cafe to sell specialty coffee and ice cream within their existing business located at 30 Susie Wilson Road in the Retail Business (B1) Zone. Tax Map 47, Parcel 2. Sketch/Final Plan-Public Hearing: Champlain Housing Trust is proposing a 3-lot subdivision for lands located in Fort Ethan Allen and known as 1002-1115 Ethan Allen Avenue. Two of the lots consist of existing buildings and will accommodate an upper and lower tier condominium association. The 3rd lot accommodates two existing storage sheds. The property is located in the Industrial (I1) & Historic Preservation-Design Control Districts (HP-DC). Tax Map 46, Parcel 1.

4. Site Plan-Public Hearing: Essex School District/Town/Fellowship of the Wheels are proposing minor amendments to the existing Fellowship trail system and the addition of trail signage and kiosks on property located at 95 Saxon Hill Road in the Open Recreation (01) Zoning District. Tax Map 8 Parcel 1. 5. Minutes: August 25, 2016 6. Other Business Note: Please visit our website at www.essex.org to view agendas, application materials, and minutes. You may choose to stop into the office to review the materials or discuss any proposal with staff. We are located at 81 Main Street (7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) Members of the public are encouraged to speak at the meeting when recognized by the chair. This meeting will be taped by channel 17.

FOR SALE

TOWN OF ESSEX ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT PUBLIC HEARING Municipal Conference Room 81 Main Street, Essex Jct., VT September 1, 2016 - 6:00 PM Election of Officers Philip & Louise Kolvoord and Brad Dousevicz are requesting Conditional Use approval for temporary impacts within the riparian buffer, including a trail, stormwater treatment facilities, removal of vegetation, placement of fill, or excavation of top soil or earth materials. The property is located at 15 Upper Main Street and located in the MXD-PUD (Residential) Zoning District. Tax Map 90, Parcel 6. 3. Minutes: February 4, 2016 4. Annual Review and re-adoption of Operating Procedures Katherine Sonnick, Chair, Zoning Board of Adjustment

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New England Federal Credit Union, Vermont’s largest Credit Union with 7 branch locations, is a growing organization committed to excellence in service, convenience and simplicity. NEFCU offers a stable, supportive, high-standards work environment, where employees are treated as key stakeholders. Please visit our website - www.nefcu.com to learn more about the great opportunities and benefits that exist at NEFCU. Part-Time ATM/ Mail Courier Part-time hours: (Wednesday 10:00am-4:00pm, Thursday and Friday 7:00am-4:00pm) Part-time opportunity exists for a Courier at NEFCU. Responsibilities will include supporting the daily function of the Company’s internal/external mail distribution and postage machine operations as well as ATM servicing. Position will also provide back-up for ATM deposit processing and therefore must have an aptitude for numbers. Successful candidates must have good organizational skills, be attentive to details, and have knowledge of MS Office. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, have the ability to perform tasks while standing for extended periods of time and carry a valid driver’s license.

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Full and Part-time Teller Positions Available Chittenden County Offices Vermont’s largest credit union is growing and has a full-time teller opportunity available for the right person. Preferred candidates will present a responsible work history preferably in a retail environment and be comfortable and skilled with face to face communication. Successful candidates for this position will provide friendly, fast and accurate service to members. The ability to explain our various products and services as well as the ability to recognize and suggest solutions to our members will be necessary. This position requires standing and/or sitting at a computerized work station. Offsite parking is required, shuttle transportation is provided. Daily member interactions include cash handling and processing of all member transactions. Extensive keyboarding and the ability to use multiple system applications are required. This position requires occasional lifting of coins and cash, up to 20 pounds. Qualified applicants should submit a complete resume and cover via nefcu.com illustrating reasons for interest and further qualification. NEFCU enjoys an employer of choice distinction with turnover averaging less than 10%. More than 96% of our 165 staff say NEFCU is a great place to work. (2015 Annual Staff Survey) If you believe you have the qualifications to contribute to this environment, please send your resume and cover letter and salary history to: HR@ nefcu.com EOE/AA

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PHOTO BY JOEL LEHMAN The Energy Legs celebrates its fifth straight title. Front row, from left: Jacqui LeBlanc, Abby Rajotte, captain Tabitha Tice, Andrea Rees, Devin Camerlengo, Stephanie Fay, Emma Child, Leah Teter and Heather Welch. Back row, from left: Laura Matthieu, Jenn Livingston, Nikki Davignon, Jillian Kasierski, Elsie Parini, Kim Desautels, Ashley Wentzell, Jamie Abbott, Kiesha Richardson, Kelly Murosky and Hannah Farda. Missing from photo: Tara Cariano, Ali Desautels, Kathleen Donahue, Emily Harwood, Kaelyn Murray and Amy Hallett.

By JOEL LEHMAN The Vermont Women’s Soccer League season came to an exciting conclusion Tuesday, Aug. 2 as four-time defending champions No. 1 Energy Legs narrowly

defeated No. 3 Shenanigans 1-0 in the championship game at Tree Farm in Essex. A tense, scoreless draw was broken late in the second half when Abby Rajotte found space inside the 18-yard box, pull-

ing the keeper out long enough to find an open net. Energy Legs then held on for a frantic final 10 minutes, earning its fifth-straight title in a league comprised of teams from central and northwestern Vermont.

Half marathon rolls through Essex Over 100 runners trekked through Essex for the fifth-annual half marathon on July 24. South Burlington’s Trevor Houchens, 17, led the way with a time of 1:23.17, followed by Jackson Hauman (South Burlington), Tadhg Nakada (Anchorage, Alaska), Jon Day (Burlington) and Essex High School rising senior Jamie Shearer. Connor Goodrich, a rising sophomore at the high school and cross-country teammate of Shearer's, ran to a sixth-place finish. Also cracking into the top-15 were Essex Jct. residents Jake Moran (10th), Chris Bird (11th), Wendy Mehaffey (second in women’s division, 13th overall) and Samuel Feehan (15th). A full listing of results can be found on 802timing.com.

PHOTO BY SHAWN CIMONETTI Over 100 runners take off from the starting line at Essex High School on July 24 for the fifth annual Essex Half Marathon. The route looped back around to the high school and finished on the track.

Antlerless deer permit application deadline is Aug. 26 The deadline to apply for a Vermont muzzleloader antlerless deer hunting permit is fast approaching – August 26. Hunters can apply on the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department’s website, www.vtfishandwildlife.com, or with a paper application available from license agents. Applying online automatically enters you to win one of

10 $50 Cabela’s gift cards. As in the past, a person may apply in the lottery category or as a landowner. However, it is a violation for a landowner to apply for a landowner antlerless permit if they are posting their land against hunting. Fish & Wildlife will be closely monitoring landowner applications and listing per-

mit winners in both categories on its website. Hunting for antlerless deer will be statewide for the October 1-28 and December 3-11 archery season. One deer of either sex is allowed for youths during the November 5-6 youth weekend hunt. Youths took 761 antlerless deer during the 2015 youth weekend hunt.

The December 3-11 muzzleloader season will have 18,950 antlerless permits distributed in 16 of Vermont’s 21 WMUs, which is estimated to result in 2,700 antlerless deer being taken. Prior to the start of this year’s dear seasons, Fish & Wildlife expects the statewide deer population to be about 145,000.

Picard clears the way in Vermont's Shrine win

PHOTO BY BRYAN LAFOUNTAINE Essex High School graduate Cole Picard (No. 75) protects Vermont’s quarterback during the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl Game last Saturday. Picard was chosen as captain for the team, which beat New Hampshire 50-2, snapping Vermont’s 15-game losing streak dating back to 2000.

f you have not made time to watch the Summer Olympics, please do so ASAP. The games are a treat to see, exciting to follow, a bit relaxing and have always given me a strong feeling of nationalism. Pick your night, event and/or sport, but tune in as multiple channels and networks provide coverage. Fall sports are about to begin, so please make sure all registration is done on time. Congratulations to recent grad Cole Picard, who played in last Saturday's Vermont vs. New Hampshire Shrine Game at Castleton State. The massive offensive tackle had a hand in Vermont’s 50-2 crushing victory, halting the Granite State's winning streak and stranglehold on the game. Nice job! Hornet football practice begins Monday, Aug. 15. The rest of the high school sports kick off Thursday, Aug. 18. Check the EHS athletic website for specific sport tryout schedules. A quick FYI: Picture day will be on August 30 at 2:45 p.m. If you want a picture/packet, please make sure you bring in your picture envelopes, which can be found in the athletic office and/or from your coach. Those interested in purchasing an all-seasons pass for 2016-17 should visit the Hornet athletic website, click on the “sports pass” button and follow the easy instructions. This is a great value. The Women's 2016 Summer League championship game put an exclamation point on the season with one of the most exciting games played all year (see story at left). Commissioner Bill Duval put it best when he said, "It was a beautiful night for soccer, and oh, what a game it was." The No. 1 seeded Vermont Energy Legs and the No. 3-seed Shenanigans squared off in an epic match. The game remained scoreless through the first half and for 30-plus minutes into the second half. Both teams had great scoring chances, but shots went just wide, with one breakaway going off the crossbar. Neither team gave ground, and neither team dominated. With a little over 10 minutes left in regulation, the Energy Legs had numbers in their offensive zone, hit a cross from the right to the left in the box to a teammate who was hit but maintained her footing. The Shenanigans' keeper came out to cut down the angle, but a perfectly placed left footed-shot found the net. The rest of the game was played in the Energy Legs defensive half with the Legs' sweeper and former Hornet Steph Fay saving two sure goals after the keeper was beat. The final score was 1-0 Vermont Energy Legs, making it a dominating five straight championships. Thanks to the teams and the officials on a very good season. If you didn’t play summer soccer and you'd like to next year, contact Commissioner Duval in the winter or spring. My wife and I attended the Class of ‘95 reunion last Saturday evening in downtown Burlington. Senior class president Leah Israel Dillon did an awesome job organizing the event, which had over 40 attendees, including Emily Shanks, Shelly Clemens, Zach Smith, Jason Lefebvre, Kyle Lamson, Sara Hathaway Stark, Eric Bacon, Chuck Rice and Matt Birong, just to name a few. Happy birthday to my intelligent, hard-working, computer genius brother Vince; Good-Time Charlie Rice, Valerie Smith, Kelly Morcombe, all-star Sand Hill Pool desk attendant Lydia Palker and life guard Haley Sullivan, Olivia Dimambro and Joe Gangl. Anniversary wishes to my niece and nephew, Josh and Sara Stark, and looking forward to a beautiful engagement party Saturday at On Tap for my niece, Jenna, and her fiancé, Nick. We are thrilled my mom has returned home, too!

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sports State seeking fishing instructors The Vt. Fish & Wildlife Department is seeking volunteers to become “Let’s Go Fishing” instructors and pass on Vermont’s fishing tradition to the next generation of anglers. The department will host a one-day training workshop for new instructors on Saturday, Sept. 17, at the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, 4472 Basin Harbor Rd., Vergennes. Instructors in the Let’s Go Fishing program organize and instruct clinics in their communities for young people and their families. Participants in

the training workshop will learn how to teach a fishing clinic, including fishing ethics, aquatic ecology, fisheries management, habitat conservation and tackle craft. The class is informal, and it is not necessary to have a high level of fishing expertise to become an instructor. The training is free, and all curriculum materials and lunch will be provided. The workshop runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Pre-registration is required, and you must be 18 to participate. Register by September 9 by calling 505-5562 or emailing letsgofishing@vermont.gov.

COURTESY PHOTO Jacob Reyome, Eli Bostwick, Matthew Correia, Ben Deibler, Mary McClintock, Gabe White, John Smith, Eli Robinson, Scott Gintof, Matthew Safer, Matthew Cincotta, Nick Taylor and Patrick Herrin. Manager Dave Bostwick, and coaches Tony Taylor and Jeff Goodrich.

Essex Jct. 11 and 12 all-stars win district tournament By COLIN FLANDERS The Essex Jct. 11 and 12 Little League all-stars team cruised to a district championship last month before coming up just short in the state tournament. Essex Jct. began its district tournament flawlessly in pool play, beating Milton, Missisquoi, Browns River and Georgia to enter the elimination round as the No. 1 seed. They then faced Essex Town, squeaking out a 2-1

pitchers’ duel. After a Matt Cincotta double, the all-stars took the lead off a Nick Taylor RBI-single before adding another run in the fifth. Essex Town’s Sam Nelson scored the lone run off a home run. Essex Jct. stayed alive by beating Fairfax 5-4 behind Gabe White’s seven strikeouts, allowing just three hits through five innings. Taylor and Ben Deibler came in relief to secure the win. Matt Correria led the

way at the plate, scoring on three of his four plate appearances. He also showed off the glove in center field, robbing a potential home run to help preserve the lead. The all-stars then trounced Fairfax 14-2 to take the district championship. Andrew Goodrich took the mount for Essex Jct., helping his cause with a home run in the second inning. They kept rolling in their first game of the state tournament, beat-

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Get kids excited to eat healthy

ombating childhood obesity can start in the kitchen, where parents can set a positive example by making sure the whole family eats healthy. The following tips can help get kids excited about eating healthy, helping them maintain healthy weights and lower their risk of various ailments. Invite kids into the kitchen. Kids might be more excited about healthy foods when they play a role in preparing the meals they eat. People who cook often feel pride when they get to enjoy their concocted meals with families and guests. Kids feel the same sense of pride and accomplishment when preparing meals, and that pride may

increase the likelihood that they will eat the entire meal – including vegetables – without complaint. Reinvent foods kids don't like. Rare is the child who embraces vegetables, but parents can experiment with vegetables in ways that might make them more attractive to children. For example, serve carrots with a bowl of hummus kids can dip their carrots into to add some flavor. Available in various flavors, hummus is a healthy chickpea dip that's high in protein and various vitamins and minerals. Hummus can be high in fat, but that shouldn’t discourage parents, as much of the fat found in hummus is un-

saturated and won't negatively affect kids' hearts. If hummus doesn’t do the trick, look for other healthy options, such as those with a Greek yogurt base, that can add taste to veggies without compromising their nutritional value. Solicit kids' input on the menu. Kids may also be more likely to embrace healthy diets when parents solicit their input regarding the weekly meal menu. If kids ask for unhealthy fare like hamburgers or macaroni and cheese, compromise by preparing healthier alternatives, such as turkey burgers or whole grain pasta with Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. Explain your reasons for preparing

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healthier alternatives. Don't be afraid to veer off course every so often and let kids choose a meal that's not as nutritious as you’d like. Straying from healthy fare is only problematic if it becomes routine. Periodic indulgences in pizza and other less nutritional fare should not affect kids' longterm health. Make experimenting fun. Parents who love trying new things in the kitchen or when dining out can encourage the same spirit of experimentation in their children. Kids who are focused and enthusiastic about trying new foods may not think twice about the fact that the new foods they're trying are actually healthy. Make experimenting

with new foods a family affair by alternating who gets to choose the restaurant when ordering takeout or the type of cuisine to cook on nights when the family experiments in the kitchen. Once the choice has been made, choose healthy items and share dishes so kids can try various healthy foods in a single meal.

Triple Berry Mason Jar Trifle 7

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By NANCY MOCK Hungry Enough to Eat Six

hese pretty little trifles are a great way to take advantage of fresh berries! The fruit is layered with shortcake and whipped cream. They would be a welcome treat at any barbecue or summer party. Each half-pint mason jars holds a singleserving portion of this dessert.

Place the shortcake dough circles on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart. Bake in preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, until they are slightly puffed and just before they start to brown. Remove them to a wire rack and allow to cool completely.

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Ingredients

• 1 c. all-purpose flour, unbleached (plus extra for rolling out dough) • 1/4-c. plus 3 Tbs. granulated sugar, divided • 1 Tbs. baking powder • 1/4 tsp. salt • 3 Tbs. butter, cold • 1/3-c. half-and-half • 1/2-c. blueberries, washed & stems removed • 1/2-c. red raspberries, washed and dried • 6 large strawberries, washed, hulled and sliced • 6 half-pint glass mason jars, lids and inserts removed • 1-1/2 c. fresh whipped cream, or spray whipped cream can also be used

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, ½ c. of sugar, baking powder and salt.

Slice the cold butter into small pieces. Add butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry blender to cut it into the dry ingredients. If any large pieces remain, use your fingers to squeeze and flatten them.

While the shortcake is baking, macerate the fruit: Place blueberries, raspberries and sliced strawberries into a medium mixing bowl. Pour the remaining 3 Tbs. of sugar over the berries and toss to coat them. Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap and set aside for 30 minutes.

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Add in the half-and-half and use a spoon to toss and combine the mixture.

Once the berries have finished macerating and the shortcakes are cool, assemble the trifles: Place one shortcake round in the bottom of a mason jar. Add in 2 Tbs. of the fruit mixture and top with about 1 Tbs. of whipped cream (eyeball it if you’re using spray whipped cream from a can). Place another shortcake round on top of the cream and top with 2 more Tbs. of berries. Finish the top of the trifle with a generous dollop (or squirt) of whipped cream.

Dust a work surface with flour and turn the contents of the bowl out onto the floured area. Sprinkle the top with a bit more flour and knead by hand for just 2 or 3 minutes until it has just come together into a smooth dough (add a sprinkle more flour to the work surface or dough to keep it from getting too sticky).

Roll the dough out to a ½-in. thickness. Use a 2-inch round cookie cutter to cut circles from the dough. (Or use a glass or clean lid if you don’t have a cutter – I found a 2-inch lid on a large spice bottle!)

Serve immediately. The trifles may also be assembled and refrigerated for up to an hour before serving. Makes 6 servings.

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cent turnout. All three districts also agreed on the choice for Democratic lieutenant governor, yet by a much smaller margin: David Zuckerman earned 872 total votes, just 130 more than Shap Smith’s 742. Kesha Ram finished third with 382. Zuckerman held the advantage statewide and will meet Randy Brock, the sole Republican candidate, in the general election. Brock nabbed just fewer than 1,300 votes, while Progressive candidate Boots Wardinski failed to receive one Essex nod. In the dense field for Democratic Chittenden State Senate candidates, voters could pick six of 11 names. The top Democratic vote-getters were incumbents Tim Ashe (1,390 votes), Ginny Lyons (1,354 votes), Michael Sirotkin (1,168 votes), Phil Baruth (886 votes) and newcomers Debbie Ingram (785 votes) and Dawn Ellis (730 votes). John Gifford, the lone Republican candidate, received 1,077 votes. With all House candidates moving on to the general election, Tuesday was essentially a trial run. Two candidates now advance for two open seats in Chittenden’s 8-1 District: Democrat Betsy Dunn, who received 669 votes, and Republican Linda K. Myers, who received 523. In Chittenden District 8-2, four candidates – two Republicans and two Democrats – will compete for two open seats in November. Democrats held the

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