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HaHardwick ◆ Greensborord ◆ Craftsburyw ◆ Wickolcott ◆ Walden ◆ Stannard Gazette ◆ Woodbury ◆ Calais ◆ Cabot ◆ Marshfield Wednesday, January 20, 2010 Volume 121, Number 2 Hazen Preps To Go Solar, Students Lead The Way by Tommy Gardner further that education. students and the people in their com- HARDWICK — Hazen Union The federal grant is one of 10 munities learn more about solar School students won the school a awarded to Vermont schools, se- energy and smart ways to get to a $5,000 prize last year for reducing its cured by U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, greener future,” Sanders said. carbon footprint. Last week, the I-Vt., in a federal spending bill. In Twenty-three Vermont school learned it is in line for a a statement, Sanders said students schools submitted proposals, $50,000 grant to go solar. are the ones “with the most at which were looked over by the Hazen is being recognized for stake” when making choices about state Department of Education. its efforts at teaching students their energy sources. The winning proposals will be sub- green energy and now looks for- ”The projects at the 10 Vermont mitted to the U.S. Department of ward to some greenbacks to schools that were selected will help See SOLAR, Page Three Staff Cuts Loom As Budget Awaits Voter Say by June Pichel Cook the board directed Orleans South- Monday night, the school admin- CRAFTSBURY — After meet- west Supervisory Union istration presented two scenarios to ing twice since the new year began, superintendent Mark Andrews and the board. Scenario one, which re- including two executive sessions, the Craftsbury School principal Chirs duced staffing by .2 FTE would have School Board voted unanimously a Young to rework the budget and re- resulted in a 4.33 percent budget $3,234,586 budget Monday night. duce costs. The earlier budget of increase. Scenario two, which the The proposed budget projects a per- $3,347,955 represented a 6.12 per- board voted to accept, reduces 1.2 equalized pupil expenditure below cent increase, pushed per-equalized FTE staffing levels and represents a the state’s excess spending threshold pupil expenditures over the state’s 2.52 percent increase over last year. and a .1490 drop in the homestead excess spending threshold, and Board chair Julie Marckres stat- educational tax rate. would have dropped the tax rate less ed, “As difficult as it may be to this After its first meeting on Jan. 12, than .01 cent. See CUTS, Page Eleven

Roof Work A Big Baker’s Dozen View Workers from Barnet-based William Graves Construction lay down shingles on the roof of the new Hardwick Area Health Center building. According to Northern Counties Health Care facilities manager Alan Langmaid, the 6,500 square foot building is Super Chef’s Adventures coming along as planned, and is still scheduled to open this summer. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) by Tommy Gardner Greensboro last September, and it culture scene for the past year and a HARDWICK — There was aired Jan. 4. But the show runs on a half, Lagasse and his film crew came standing room only for a television channel most people with televisions and spent a whole week here. The show presentation last week, as do not receive. Jeudevine Memorial crew poked their lenses in farms and Haitian Quake Felt By Area roughly 100 people crammed into the librarian Lisa Sammet tracked down food production facilities, and La- Center For an Agricultural Economy a copy of the episode, and people gasse popped food into his mouth. to watch celebrity chef Emeril La- packed into the center like a bunch Stearns said of certain national gasse’s adventures in the area. of Sugar Daddy Snap Peas in a pod. media, print and television, “at best Residents With Ties To Country Super Bowl parties don’t often Center president Tom Stearns they tell half the story. This one get this big. spoke before and after the viewing, (Emeril Green), they got a lot more by Tommy Gardner when the magnitude 7.0 quake hit. involved “disaster risk reduction Hardwick. He said last Tuesday was An episode of Lagasse’s show telling the gathered crowd that al- of the players.” Although the epicenter of last Fischer is a part of the Earth Insti- through ecosystem reconstruction,” an intense experience as he watched “Emeril Green” was filmed in though the national press paid The episode, titled “Emeril’s week’s devastating earthquake in tute at Columbia University, an specifically with regard to another the news and hoped for a phone call Hardwick, Wolcott, Craftsbury and attention to the Hardwick-area agri- See CHEF, Page Three Haiti was less than 20 miles from the organization that works with Hai- type of natural disaster, hurricanes. with good news. It came that night. country’s capital, Port-au-Prince, tians on basic management of “The lesson is that emergency But illustrating how much the tele- the emotional reverberations are felt natural resources — Haiti has been systems need to be built regardless communications infrastructure has in the Northeast Vermont. notoriously deforested over the of the type of emergency,” he said. been damaged, Fischer said a text Alex Fischer, a Montpelier na- years. He was working with United Fischer’s father, Monty, is the message sent from Alex to his par- Schools Receive Grants For tive with a family cabin in Nations teams. executive director at the Center For ents directly after the first quake Greensboro, was in Port-au-Prince Ironically, one of Fischer’s tasks an Agricultural Economy in See QUAKE, Page Five Good, Healthy Local Eats by Tommy Gardner cials whetted students’ appetites for community,” Tormey said. “The ide- Cabot School and Twinfield locally-grown vegetables and fruits al candidate is someone who is Keeping School Staff Will Require Union received funds to help bring and grains. interested in cooking and local foods.” local foods into their cafeterias, and Much of the money will be used Vermont FEED is a partnership to educate students about nutrition by each school to hire a coordinator of three Vermont non-profit organi- and the source of their lunches. who will be tasked with working with zations: Food Works at Two Rivers, New Curriculum Delivery Designs The money comes in the form of both cafeteria staff and the Farm to the Northeast Organic Farming Farm to School implementation School Program offered by Vermont Association and Shelburne Farms. by Tommy Gardner a result of teachers sacrificing rais- employees who might have otherwise employees and one part-timer. grants from the Department of Agri- FEED (Food Education Every Day). The group works with more than 100 CABOT — The School Board es for their colleagues and partly a been laid off or had their hours re- The instructors at the high culture; Cabot received $15,000 and According to Cabot fourth grade Vermont towns, taking a communi- gave principal Regina Quinn a home- result of an increased town-wide duced are safe for now. school level will benefit the most from Twinfield received $10,530. The teacher Mary Ann Tormey, the coor- ty-based approach to reconnect work assignment last week: try to property value assessment) that was The manipulation of already Quinn’s restoration of funds to per- grants are the second step in a pro- dinator will be a part-time position. children and their families to the shift $50,000 from non-personnel pumped back into the budget last tight figures involved moving enough sonnel. Originally, 1.6 FTEs were to cess that was begun at the beginning “The coordinator’s job is to con- bounty of local farms. portions of next year’s budget and week. The School Board’s proposed numbers to reduce the number of be cut from the grades seven-12, but of this school year, when school offi- nect the classroom, cafeteria and See GRANTS, Page Eleven reallocate it so fewer faculty and staff $3.3 million operating budget re- “full-time equivalences (FTEs)” that Quinn restored 1.1 FTE, leaving a net feel the proposed cuts. mains unchanged, but now allocates were to be cut from 5.6 to 3.4. An FTE loss of one half-time instructor. Al- Quinn completed her assign- $100,000 more for faculty and staff is essentially the measure of a man most half of the elementary level ment. Her $50,000 was combined than had previously been allocated or woman; in this case, Cabot must education FTEs were restored (from Plea Made To Keep The Arts; with at least another $50,000 (partly a month ago. The move means some cut the equivalent of three full-time See STAFF, Page Twelve Staff Turns Back Raises Transcontinental Cattle Drive A MARSHFIELD — Impas- proposed budget. About 25 mem- “I think it would be a huge mis- sioned pleas were made by parents bers of the public attended. take to cut the arts,” she said. “Please and students to keep arts and mu- Laurie Hughes, a parent, spoke look elsewhere.” First For Scottish Highland Breeder sic when the Twinfield School in favor of keeping the music and Student Ethan Warshow re- Board held a hearing Jan. 12 on the renaissance programs. ferred to the renaissance program as by June Pichel Cook Highlanders, one of the world’s Shatney and Steward market prepared to haul five prize animals “amazing beyond words.” GREENSBORO — Ray Shatney oldest purebred cattle, evolved in their beef under the auspices of to the National Western Stock Show Another student, Julian Sober- was 14 in 1967 when his father ancient times in Northern Scotland. Greenfield Highland Beef. A portion in Denver, Colo. Although he has ano, asked the board to keep the bought a Scottish Highland cow from They were brought to the United of each animal that is slaughtered is been to the NWSS six times, this is music program. He said for some, a friend in Sheffield. The cow came States in the 1800s. Both the cows given to the Vermont Food Bank. The the first time driving and hauling his sports help them get through the from South Dakota. With her long, and bulls have elegant horns and meat is advertised as grass fed, hu- own trailer. year. shaggy hair she was well suited to the long, shaggy, double layers of hair. manely raised, low cholesterol, high The silver Dodge Ram 2500, “But music is that thing that Northeast Kingdom’s harsh winters. They range in colors from black to in Omerga 3, and no artificial hor- heavy duty turbo diesel carried a drives me,” he said. It is the “motiva- Shatney’s herd, with his part- dun to silver, white, and shades of mones, chemical pesticides, or dozen 70-pound hay bales and pulled tor to my being here.” ner, Janet Steward of Plainfield, red. They are well suited to harsh antibiotics. a dual-wheel trailer loaded with al- Laurie Martin told the board she numbers over 90 head of cattle today. climates and shed their dual coats in Friday morning under gray most 2 1/2 tons of live cargo. thought the school was administra- “It just grew from there,” Shatney the summer. When penned or trail- skies and cold, drizzly rain, Shatney The trailer’s rubber-matted tively top heavy and it should look for says, referring to the past 43 years. ered, fans are used to keep them dry. and Gillis Fontaine, of Hardwick, See BREEDER, Page Twelve savings in that area. The board was informed the pro- fessional staff would forgo its 2.25 percent raise for the coming year and an early retirement offer was accept- He Cared For School And Friends; ed. Member Jack Hoffman pointed out “a teacher making $50,000 (is) giving up about $1,100.” Principal Owen Bradley’s forfeiture will be Community Loses One of Its Own $4,039. Total savings from these is by June Pichel Cook trails ceased for the boy doing what tory. Willey’s best friend, Mike Craftsbury Academy lobby trophy expected to be $62,000. CRAFTSBURY — A commu- he loved. A motorist made the call Menard, presented the trophy. case now houses Willey’s jersey, Prior to the budget hearing, stu- nity pulls together after the cold at 9:21 p.m. to the Lamoille Coun- Willey loved the outdoors, Number 11, and the trophy. dent representative Kyle Weinreich hands of death reached down to ty Sheriff’s Department. Willey sports, and snowmobiling. He had Friday morning, following the told the board students were stress- claim one of Craftsbury’s very own was pronounced dead at the scene told his teammates to dust off the tragedy, Craftsbury Schools prin- ing over exams. He also said the for itself. Stephen Willey, 15, a when state police, Morristown po- trophy case because the Chargers cipal Chris Young assembled a school raised $3,900 for the food shelf. ninth grader at Craftsbury Acad- lice, Wolcott Fire Department, would be winning the Cabot Tour- crisis team; students gathered into Rich Phillips, the Marshfield en- emy, died Thursday evening on Wolcott First Responders, nament. His Charger teammates an assembly to start the day. The ergy coordinator, asked for the board’s Sand Hill Road in the area of Hardwick Rescue, and Northern met the challenge even though skies were gray; a cold drizzle fell Magic impresario Rob Mermin makes bubbles do fascinat- approval authorizing principal Owen Wheeler Road in North Wolcott EMS answered the call. they had to play Friday night in in the morning silence. ing things at the First Annual Highfields “Community Bradley to sign off on a technical as- when his snowmobile crashed into But life must continue, and Cabot and Saturday without their “We brought this to the facul- sistance grant re-application for Supported Compost” Cabaret held at the Cabot Town Hall a utility pole. eyes were not dry when Willey’s teammate, their friend, their ty so we could be ready for students installation of solar panels at the The 1998 yellow, 800 Bombar- mother, Jessica Locke, was pre- classmate. when they arrived,” Young said. Jan. 16. Over 130 people attended the event. At left, also school. The Town of Marshfield pre- enjoying the show, is master of ceremonies Anson Tebbetts. dier was silenced. The thrill of sented with the Cabot The Chargers won the covet- “The best support we could provide viously applied but the application roaring across snow-covered fields Tournament trophy on Saturday ed trophy, spurred on by a banner for students was to get them into a (photo by Vanessa Fournier) was rejected. Phillips said this appli- and through snow-laden woodland after the Chargers finished in vic- “Let’s do it for Steve-O.” The See CARED, Page Three cation was to conduct a feasibility See PLEA, Page Two Page Two The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, January 20, 2010 Village Store Gets Extension; Road Open But Owner Awaits Final Decision Status Still Bumpy by Will Walters his position. talked said that the business was by June Pichel Cook which you apparently believe you MARSHFIELD-A matter of in- Roberts filed for a hearing in open two days a week until Dec. 25. GREENSBORO — The status of have the right to require that the terpretation of the zoning bylaws and December but because of the de- McNaughton said the business was Perrin Road between Willey’s Store town obtain your permission to ac- the question of when a business is in mands of that time of year the still in operation until then as there and the Greensboro Historical Soci- cess the right of way.” business were presented before the hearing was continued until this was no requirement on how many ety continues mired in a murky past Davies letter states Massey’s Developmental Review Board at its meeting. days a business needed to operate to of uncertainties. Whether resident actions could result in increased meeting Jan. 14, in the matter of the Light’s gave testimony that “the be considered still in business, even David Massey owns an exclusive costs to the GHS project and “we will Marshfield Village store. commercial discontinuance of that though it had previously been open right-of-way has not been totally re- be looking to you to reimburse the The store was bought in Novem- business was longer than one year,” more often. solved to everyone’s satisfaction. Historical Society for any such costs ber by Tim Roberts, owner of Tim’s was part of a telephone conversation Hayden agreed the store re- Town attorney Bill Davies sent a which may be incurred by reason of Convenience store, at a bank auc- with Roberts. mained open occasionally through letter Jan. 7 to Massey stating he, your actions.” tion after the bankruptcy of the McNaughton cited section 280 of December. Massey, does not have the right to Historical society president Jen- former owners. Roberts received a the bylaws saying the DRB could Light said if Roberts gets an ex- block Perrin Road and does not ap- ny Stoner in a telephone interview letter from Zoning Administrator grant an extension beyond the one tension from the Development pear to have an exclusive said the town sent a letter to Massey, Bob Light dated Nov. 17, 2009, ad- year period for conditions beyond the Review Board then his issue was right-of-way. and the “road is no longer obstruct- vising him of the store’s control of the new owner. He cited gone. At the Select Board’s meeting last ed.” non-conforming use status. Under legal proceedings and bankruptcy as The procedural question among week, it was reported David Gendron She said, “I think it is resolved. the zoning bylaws, Roberts had up reasons written into the bylaws for the board members was whether The building currently known as the R&W building changed hands Contracting of Hardwick, which is Work is progressing very well and we to one year to open the store again which an extension could be grant- someone had to ask for an extension last week, as Claudia and Michael Gohl of Hardwick 87, LLC, building the GHS addition, would not are on schedule.” as a general store without needing ed. McNaughton reminded the board before the one year expired. The con- purchased it from Art Williams. The structure stands next door to continue work until daily access to Massey indicated the Perrin any permits from the town because the property was in bankruptcy and sensus was that until the year was the construction site was assured. Road is not a town road but a drive- of its non-conforming status and was sold at a non-judicial auction in over a person did not need to have the another building they purchased in late 2008. Both buildings were The road was recently blocked with way he maintained over the years closeness to the river. November, but the bank did not im- extension. constructed in the late 1800s. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) a vehicle. and does not want turned into a main Light’s letter said if the store was mediately file the deed with the town The application for a site plan Davies’ letter states: “While I road. At a prior meeting, he produced not reopened during that time, it clerk. Until the deed was filed, said review was changed to a request for understand that there is a legitimate a quitclaim deed outlining his right- would be necessary to apply for a McNaughton, the buyer did not have an extension from the DRB, which dispute as to the legal status of the of-way over Perrin Road. He conditional use permit and site plan ownership and therefore could not do would allow Roberts to reopen with- Historic Building so-called Perrin Road, I have done disagreed with Davies’ letter and review. At the DRB meeting, the anything with the property. out first obtaining zoning permits enough research to be certain that said he would discuss it with his law- board was set to consider the site plan McNaughton also said the former from the town. whether it is a public highway or a yer. review Roberts filed. Testimony by business was licensed to operate Roberts stated after the meeting private roadway, the town has a le- Road foreman David Drown, who Light and Roberts, through his attor- until Dec. 31, 2008. Bruce Hayden, a he intends to reopen as a general Changes Hands gal right of way over the roadway.” was at the board meeting, gave a brief ney Greg McNaughton, raised the member of the DRB and a village store as it has been since 1852, but by Tommy Gardner, fire and so did the building. The man The letter states Massey’s inter- history of the right-of-way as his fam- question of whether a site review was trustee, said, collaborating Mc- may add a meat section. HARDWICK — Last week, Clau- was uninjured but the black soot est is “not exclusive, meaning that ily owned the land previously. the appropriate avenue to pursue the Naughton’s statement, the village The board went into deliberative dia and Michael Gohl purchased the mark on the light gray wooden face the right of way is shared by those Town Clerk Bridget Collier said issue. Roberts was present but let had on record the permit to operate session after taking testimony and 19th century building located down- of the structure remains to this day. having a legal interest in the same.” the road’s or right-of-way status is McNaughton, who helped him with until Dec. 31 2008. Statements by questioning the parties and will an- town directly next door to the 19th According to Gohl, a paint-job is The town owns the building and still up in the air. the property’s acquisition, present neighbors with whom McNaughton nounce it decision at a later date. century building they purchased a part of the plan. land, which is leased to the histori- “Davies has looked into it,” Colli- little over a year ago. The Gohls — through their out- cal society. Massey was asked to er said, “and everyone has a different The buildings are highly visible, fit Hardwick 87 LLC — purchased produce “the authority by which you opinion on it.” standing at the intersection of routes the building from Art Williams, who believe you have the right to block the Massey could not be reached for 14 and 15. The Gohls’ newest struc- had owned it for 28 years. Williams right of way; and the authority by comments prior to press time. Voters Take Note: Voting To ture, known in the most recent era as said he was happy to sell it, especial- the R&W Building, is a three-story ly given the fact it remains a husk wooden structure that stands slight- more than a year after the fire. His ly higher than the couple’s brick business and the other tenants in the Be Spread Over Two Days Marshall building. building — retail space owned by his Library Trustees daughter and the offices of the Or- tion for Australian balloting for ing, was unneeded duplication. According to Michael Gohl, he and by Will Walters leans Southwest Supervisory Union March 2. According to Town Clerk Rogerson said this is the first year his wife do not yet have any final plans CABOT — Voting this year will — all were forced to relocate follow- Tara Rogerson, if the school district’s Cabot will have annual meetings on for the new building (or a name), and be spread over two days as the school are concentrating on finishing up ing the fire. Rattle Books, Drop Australian balloting was conducted separate days and was concerned that district’s meeting last year voted to “I’m glad the whole thing is be- the day of their meeting, the board people who come to the evening School work on the Marshall block, which have this year’s annual meeting the hind us,” Williams said. “I’m satisfied would be required by law to have the Meeting may not realize they have to commenced last summer. They are night before Town Meeting Day. considering using the first two floors with the outcome.” The school district meeting will polls open from no later than 10 a.m. come back the next day to cast their Proposed Budget Neither side disclosed the sale until 7 p.m. Australian ballots for the school district. of the wooden building as commercial be held Monday, March 1 at 6 p.m. in price, but the building’s assessed The voters will then have to re- She felt if there was not sufficient space, but are undecided on what to by Will Walters Foundation, upgrading the software the school gym for business that is value is $136,800, less than half of turn the next day to cast their public notice about this and voters do with the third floor, which has not CABOT — The public library required that Microsoft products be voted from the floor. what it was worth before the fire. The ballots for town offices and UDAG did not see paper balloting happen- been occupied for decades. trustees approved a budget that sets purchased. The new computers, Voters who attend the evening blaze rendered much of the interior grants. The polls will be open ing during the meeting, they may “We don’t know what we’re doing the sum of $51,601.33, a number that which were recently installed by Jim meeting will have to return to the useless, and Williams and a crew March 2 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in think there were no questions to be with it yet,” Gohl said. “We are going is $4,270.94 less that last year. The Goodrich, had a number of new, more gym on Town Meeting Day, March 2, gutted the structure last year. That’s the school gym. voted by ballot. to keep it designated as an historic town’s contribution to be warned for powerful, programs that were ob- in order to cast their ballots for the one less job for Gohl’s crew to per- The BCA, Rogerson said, decid- Rogerson said, however, she ex- building.” Town Meeting Day is $49,816.33. tained free from Google. Australian ballot questions, such as form, but there are still significant ed the expense of two elections, and pects the moderator to explain this Built in the late 1880s, the build- Annual income, in addition to the The trustees have also provided election of school directors. issues with the building that need to the two full days the justices of the very well to the voters at the begin- ing was remodeled in the early 20th town’s appropriation, includes $250 for future purchases of computers by At it’s meeting on Jan. 14, the be addressed before it can be used. He peace would have to manage ballot- ning of the meeting. century. According to Gohl — an ar- from Cabot Village, $75 in interest establishing a sinking fund. This will Board of Civil Authority set the elec- chitect with an office in Hardwick — said it is “not structurally sound.” and a transfer of $1,460 to the library have $2,000 credited to it each year only a few features from the original “We’re basically going to take of money raised by the Friends of the over a five year period. design are still visible today, name- what we have and restore it,” Gohl Library through gifts and donations. In a trustees’ statement of chair ly the second-floor windows. There is said. Last year, the library had un- Paula Davidson, she said, “The only more history to dig up; the Gohls will Williams said he would consider spent money resulting from the leave computer-related items remaining Stark Choices Face scour through historic records and moving his business agency back into of absence of the librarian and pur- in our 2010 budget are for mainte- photographs in order to determine the building, saying he’s been a land- chases not made while she was gone. nance and the annual fee for Library what the building looked like 100 lord so long it would feel strange to The money saved will now become an World (our web-based automation years ago, and work from there. be a tenant. He said he is happy the expense for the coming year as there system.)” School Officials And Public The building has a recent histo- buyer has architectural experience, is a new librarian who is expected to The library also contracted by Tommy Gardner March. suggested many people may have ry, too, and still bears the scar from and said one needn’t look far to see be paid throughout the year. $6,400 of the surplus for completion WOODBURY — Four days after “People are going to ask what walked away missing the main late 2008 when a man crashed his Gohl’s handiwork, right next door. The trustees decided to spend the of an online catalog, which it hopes 100 people gathered to ask ques- the next steps are,” Goodrich said. message of the study. vehicle into the structure after fail- “I think they’ll do a nice job restor- excess by prepaying certain expens- to have accessible by patrons by sum- tions about a report detailing all the “And if you’re not prepared, they’re “We have two options,” Silk ing to make the turn at the ing it,” Williams said. “Just look at es. This would allow the trustees to mer. possible future scenarios for Wood- going to wonder where the money said. “More kids or reduce the bud- intersection. The vehicle caught on the brick building.” ask for less this year. bury Elementary, the School Board went.” get.” The trustees approved the re- met one final time with the report’s Vail Leach, spokesperson for The proposed budget for next placement of the computers that author to debrief that meeting. the Woodbury Select Board-ap- year is lower, which board chair were acquired by a grant from the Winton Goodrich, the associate pointed committee that hired Chris Casey announced at the spe- Gates Foundation in 2001. One was THANKS director of the Vermont School Goodrich and company, said he cial meeting. The proposed Schools Collaborative a model that ran Windows 98 on a FOR SAYING YOU SAW IT IN Boards Association, summed up the didn’t feel the town was ready to $876,000 budget represents a Pentium III processor. Because the THE HARDWICK GAZETTE options school officials face: either make an advisory vote at this year’s roughly 3 percent decrease, much computers were given by the Gates increase costs or lower them; and Town Meeting. The school assess- of it attributable to the reduced cost Members Stay On Task either continue running the school ment report is voluminous, with for principal Sharon Fortune, who or close it and send the children several options that need to be de- is only contracted for three days a WEATHER WATCH by Tyler Molleur elsewhere. Goodrich added not liberated over. Not everyone in week. There was also a slight bump During Discussion [email protected] enough people attended the meet- town will be well informed, he said, in the town’s Common Level of Ap- ing to give the board a clear especially since only one-seventh of by June Pichel Cook function” were on the list. Experien- praisal. But those two things might Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday indication of how the whole town the town’s registered voters were at CRAFTSBURY — Three topics tial and out-of-classroom learning, feels about the future of the school, last week’s informational meeting. not be realities next year; Fortune have become the primary focus for having high expectations, exposure but there will likely be a different Board member Lindsay Whalen only signed a one-year contract and the Craftsbury Schools Community to larger cultural environments and chorus of voices at March’s Annual added that an important segment it is not known whether she will be Collaborative: academics, econom- being globally informed were sug- Meeting. of the town — those who have diffi- asked to come back, or if she will ics, and alternative models, gested. Balancing the curriculum to Goodrich’s services (and those culties paying their taxes — either agree to do so, the year after next. including grade configurations. The include arts and creative activities, of fellow co-authors and education did not attend the meeting, or didn’t “We’re in a good position for stakeholders group met earlier in inspiring students with good role next year, but we need to prepare January and will meet again Thurs- models, and using technology to ex- Mostly cloudy Partly sunny Partly sunny Mostly clear Increasing clouds experts David Cyprian and Kieran speak up. with snow with mixed Kileen) were paid for by a $7,500 Although there were several for the future,” Casey said at the de- day at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall. pand academics were listed in the briefing meeting. Facilitator Heidi Krantz re- brainstorming session. showers or light precip. appropriation approved at last questions about the options for the snow, 2-4" developing year’s Town Meeting. He said vot- school’s future, as detailed in the The future indeed remains a viewed the collaborative process and The third topic, alternative mod- Hi: 30 Hi: 27 Hi: 26 Hi: 28 Hi: 32 ers, specifically those who did not 65-page report, the 100-person mystery for state level school-fund- identified the topics to explore, which els, referenced block scheduling, Lo: 22 Lo:18 Lo: 10 Lo: 11 Lo: 26 ing variables. The CLA is an annual stakeholders have put forth at prior student exchanges, privatizing, mov- attend last week’s special informa- meeting took on a decidedly pro- Date High Low Rain Snow on grnd Date High Low Rain Snow on grnd tional meeting, are going to want to school atmosphere, with speaker moving target; when it decreases meetings. About 25 stakeholders ing towards a greater interaction 1/11 24 14 0.03" 1.4" 14.0" 1/15 33 21 0.03" 0.3" 12.0" know what that $7,500 worth of tax- after speaker praising the school taxes increase, and vice versa. Also, were present to brainstorm each of with neighboring towns, and sharing ° ° ° ° payer money got them. He and the special place it holds in there are rumors of a gradual phas- the three topics. They created lists of expert teachers. 1/12 14° -4° T 0.2" 13.0" 1/16 34° 22° 0.00" 0.0" 11.5" encouraged the board to be pre- their hearts and memories. At Fri- ing out of the Small Schools grant, ideas in addressing the issues. Steering committee member 1/13 16° -4° TT12.5" 1/17 35° 29° 0.03" 0.4" 11.5" pared to discuss the assessment in day’s debriefing, resident Kim Silk which has been annually awarded Ideas presented under economics Steve Moffatt, who serves on the 1/14 28° 16° 0.00" 0.0" 12.0" Weekly 35° -4° 0.09" 2.3" 11.5" to schools that enroll fewer than and school culture ranged from at- School Board, described the board’s A clipper system stalled over the area today will move away from the region tonight. 100 students. tractive facilities and corporate expectations. The board is support- High pressure will bring warm and sunny weather for the remainder of the week and State Rep. Peter Peltz, D-Wood- sponsorships to developing specific ive of the collaborative’s taking as much of the weekend. By Sunday, we will be watching a low-pressure system for the bury, said Friday the rumored programs to running a public school much time as needed to develop possibility of moderate snow, sleet and freezing rain accumulations. This storm will three-year phase-out of the small like a business and feasibility of on- strong recommendations. The collab- also bring periods of rain as temperatures rise above freezing by Monday morning. schools grant has not been ad- line school district. Comments orative’s original plans were to dressed this legislative session. included developing civic-minded present an interim report to Town But, he added, “the landscape will students, aware of world events and Meeting; however, it was noted if the likely change by Town Meeting.” politics, and preparing them for the stakeholder’s group prepares a Leach said the way the state ed- world outside of Vermont. Being progress report, it should be present- ucation funding system works, challenged, self-motivated, and de- ed to the board at its February schools are asked to simultaneous- veloping a love of learning were put meeting. Jan. 20-Jan. 26 ly lower their budgets and maintain forth as values to consider. Meetings begin promptly at 6:30 the quality of education. Under the topic of academics, the p.m. and are open to the public. More The Willey's Store Greensboro “We’re caught in the vice,” ability to read, write, speak intelli- information is available at http:// Leach said. gently, and knowing “how to learn to csccsteeringcommittee.blogspot.com. Electrical Contracting 533-7182 760-8009 Bumble Bee Chunk Tropicana Ragu DID YOU KNOW? Replacing one incandescent flood or track lamp with White Tuna In Water Orange Juice Pasta Sauce $5,300 and requires a local share of money saved. Automatic chains cost an LED lamp will save 23.12 gallons of gasoline or .47 barrels of oil. $ 29 $ 99 $ $530. The board approved Bradley’s $4,000 per bus. Board chair Judy Plea Cyprian asked Bradley to report to Helping businesses and individuals reduce energy usage. 1 5 oz.. 2 64 oz.. 2/ 3 26 oz. Continued From Page One signing the application. During the budget discussion, the board on the use of chains at its Call today to start saving. study. He thought the state’s clean the directors looked at the two latest next meeting. 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The final budget will be ap- We keep voters application was set up to engage a proved at the next board meeting. informed about Cheese Singles Cheezit Crackers Chicken Noodle Soup solar installer to put requests for The board heard comments about ¢ $ 99 ¢ proposals together and report to the the use of automatic chains on the their govern- 8 oz. 11.5-14 oz. 10.75 oz. 99 2 69 board. He thought that with a solar buses and discussed why they were ment. The public Propane • Heating Oil • Diesel installation, in addition to reducing not on all the buses. Bradley said he has a right to know. Heating Equipment Installations Hours: Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sat. - Sun. 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. the school’s purchase of electricity, it was not sure who made the decision 189 Railroad St., St. Johnsbury, VT 802-533-2621 Grocery/Clothing “will be selling a lot of power to the to order them without automatic The Hardwick (802) 748-8934 or (800) 222-9276 grid.” chains. The directors considered stu- 802-533-2554 Hardware/Sports Gazette The grant request is for a total of dent safety more important than any The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, January 20, 2010 Page Three Bloomberg Scholar To Speak POLICE REPORT On Drinking Age In Vermont Dr. David Jernigan, an associate Vermont is sponsored by Prevention professor of health, behavior, and Works!, a statewide collaborative of society from the Johns Hopkins community-based prevention coali- Hardwick Police Bloomberg School of Public Health, tions, including the Hardwick Area Driving Details Missed will speak this week in support of Community Coalition. keeping the minimum legal Vermont Jernigan is the director of the HARDWICK — Cherie Salls, Street at 7:40 p.m., Jan. 18. Police drinking age at 21 and improving Center on Alcohol and Youth at of East Hardwick, was stopped on gave him a $99 ticket for having an laws related to this. Johns Hopkins University and an Wolcott Street at 2:58 p.m.. Police expired inspection sticker. He will be at Montpelier High advisor to the World Health Organi- gave her a $214 ticket for driving Joshua J. Wells, of Hardwick, School on Thursday for an informal zation and the World Bank. while her license was under sus- was stopped on Granite Street at 4:38 dinner in the cafeteria at 5 p.m., and pension. p.m., Jan. 15. Police gave him a $99 lead a discussion afterward entitled Brandon D. Thompson, of ticket for having an expired inspec- “Let’s Talk About 21!” He will be at Hardwick, was stopped on Church tion sticker. Lyndon State College from 6:30-8 The Hardwick Gazette p.m., Friday in the Rita Boles Room State Police to talk about “How to Make 21 Better.” The events are free and open to Slippery Snow the public. Jernigan’s visit comes following HARDWICK — David Hall, of the driver, Francis L. Hannigan, of the submission of a bill in the Ver- Hardwick, was traveling on Silver Montpelier, and alleged he showed mont Senate — S.157 — that would Road to Lazy Mill Road at 7:50 a.m., signs of being intoxicated. Police al- lead to a study of lowering the drink- Tuesday when his 1997 Toyota truck leged Hannigan admitted to ing age in the state. His visit to began to slide in the falling snow. The drinking alcohol prior to the collision. vehicle collided with a 2006 plow He was asked to perform field sobri- truck driven by Lucien Loura, of ety tests but allegedly could not. The Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District is ceasing its operations of its recycling depots Hardwick. There were no injuries but Hannigan was given a preliminary — such as this one in Hardwick’s Industrial Park — after the close of the day Feb. 6. According to Greensboro Animal Hospital state police said both trucks received breath test, which indicated his blood CVSWMD executive director Donna Barlow Casey, a private contractor has agreed to contract with damage to the left fronts. alcohol content was more than three STEVEN P. SANFORD, D.V.M. Off The Road times the legal limit. Hannigan was towns, if town officials so wish. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) CALAIS — State police received taken to the Middlesex barracks for (802) 533-7070 a call at 5:54 p.m., Saturday regard- processing. While at the barracks, he Small Animal Medicine & Surgery ing a one vehicle accident on County gave a breath sample on the data Road. Initial reports indicated a man master, which indicated he had a Waste District To Dump Depot In Two was unconscious in his truck. On the BAC of .210% at 7:48 p.m. He was ANNOUNCING way to the scene, police cited to appear in Washington Dis- were told that the driver might be trict Court in Barre on Feb. 4 and Weeks, Private Contracts Possible EXTENDED OFFICE HOURS intoxicated, and was being combat- released to his wife. by Tommy Gardner Waste Systems to run the depots for been contacted by Earth Waste. But Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. ive with fire and rescue members. There were no injuries and the HARDWICK — The Central remainder of the fiscal year, but in an interview Friday, he said he felt On arrival, state police spoke with vehicle was towed. Vermont Solid Waste Management those hopes fell through. The cash- Earth Waste would prefer to “cherry Tuesday & Thursday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. District is dumping its recycling de- strapped CVSWMD had planned on pick” the towns where they could Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. and ability to do well. He loved the pots after Feb. 6, and who will closing the depots this week, but turn a profit running the depots. It Cared outdoors — hunting, fishing, trapping, operate Hardwick’s depot is unclear. agreed to wait until after Feb. 6. is unclear whether Hardwick is con- By appointment only Continued From Page One or on the race track — and enjoyed farm According to CVSWMD execu- Hardwick’s depot will be open that sidered such a cherry. tive director Donna Barlow Casey, day. Lewis said there are no plans for routine as quickly as we could and be work. Quality Care with Compassion “He was an incredibly hard work- the decision to relinquish control Earth Waste Systems ex- Hardwick to secede from CVSWMD, supportive of what we and they were may have been made six months ear- pressed a willingness to sign saying the district still offers valu- feeling emotionally. They have sup- er in the school’s woodlot,” Young said. at Affordable Prices Athletic director Joe Houston, lier than anticipated, but it was the town-by-town contracts in the inter- able services such as hazardous ported themselves and each other plan all along to transition them to im, instead of trying to work out a materials disposal and Green Up 24-Hour Emergency Service throughout this grieving process.” who has known Willey all his life, said he got to know him better at the school. private industry after July 1. district-wide agreement. Putting off Day funds. Students were told of Willey’s “We pulled the plug early,” Bar- the closure by two weeks will allow Barlow Casey said the bottom death. They were told a regular school Willey had the potential to be a good ALSO AVAILABLE FOR HORSES athlete in soccer, basketball, and base- low Casey said. “We were running out Earth Waste to contact member line is there will be an outfit to run schedule would continue but help was of money faster than we were mak- towns with depots, Barlow Casey the recycling depots eventually. If available during the day if they want- ball, Houston said. He had an interest & BACKYARD LIVESTOCK in the school’s athletic history and a ing progress with district-wide said. towns partner with Earth Waste ed to meet with an adult. Support staff contracts.” Town Manager Rob Lewis was sooner than later, she said, they may were available throughout the day. desire to bring it back to the previous levels of successes. It was hoped those contracts unavailable Tuesday so there was be able to avoid any lapse in service. “We emphasized whatever they would allow Rutland-based Earth not an opportunity to ask if he had were feeling, they could work with “He was always receptive to what adults and community to show how the team was trying to do,” Houston much we care for them and for each said. “It is a big loss for us as a commu- Dole Russett other,” Young said. nity and school. He will be missed. He real, tangible ways, with clear re- Imported Solar sults. A few years back, the science, “The reactions have been a tre- really loved sports and loved to play. He Continued From Page One Potatoes was a nice young man.” technology and society class per- mendous outpouring of love and Energy for final approval. 5 lb. bag 79 Blueberries $ Houston said Willey would come formed an energy audit of the school. affection for Stephen. He had so many According to Hazen science Save up to $1.20 Save up to $2.98 on 2 friends and teammates.” to the office and chat about where the The results of that study led to the re- 6 oz. pkg for teacher Jay Modry, the school’s pro- placement of most of the school’s US #1 Size A ea. 2 5 Young said Willey was a warm- team was and who was coming up to posal calls for two different projects, lights and its aging transformer, and 1 play against them. hearted, generous, hard-working kid a solar-powered hot water system who “had a lot of friends and was a Willey is the son of Jessica Locke the installation of an emergency gen- USDA Select Beef Nabisco of Craftsbury and Kevin Willey of Iras- and a rooftop photovoltaic (PV) in- erator. The class last year helped Open 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. great athlete and teammate. stallation. Modry is particularly Boneless Top Sirloin burg. He is the great-grandson of David Hazen win the Vermont Carbon Buy 1, Get 1 “He cared about the school and enthusiastic about the solar water Open 7 days a week Chips Ahoy was always doing work around the and Audrey Reed of Craftsbury. His Challenge, and its $5,000 prize. 99 Save up to $3.99 on 2 heater because it will allow students That money was to be spent on an school to help teachers and everybody. grandparents are William and Judy Steaks 472-6504 Assorted FREE Locke, Pam and Reg Allen, Nate and to compare the performance of the energy project for the school, and so Wolcott Street, Hardwick He was enrolled in the sustainable ag- current water heating system and Save up to $2.80 per lb. lb. 14-15.2 oz. ricultural program.” Mary Jo Willey, and Albert and Judy now the school hopes the $55,000 to 2 Boyce. the new one. The solar-powered wa- spend on the solar water heater and the Students must wait until the ter heater keeps a reservoir of water Fresh Pork Loin sophomore year to enter the program Memorial services will be held at PV installation will shine soon. Center Cut Senior Citizen Day Yoplait 10 a.m. today in the Craftsbury Acad- preheated, so when someone uses Modry said he hopes the energy but Willey was allowed to enter in his the water, less fossil fuel energy is freshman year because of his interest emy gymnasium. efficiency curricula will “mushroom a Yogurt expended in bringing it up to the de- bit,” and that the middle school and Pork Chops Every Tuesday 10 $ Bone-In ¥ Family Pack 89 Assorted ¥ 4-6 oz. sired temperature. the elementary school will follow Installation of the sun-powered Hazen’s lead and begin teaching the Save up to $2.40 per lb. Save up to $3.90 on 10 for This being a show on a hip envi- 3 lbs. or more lb. 5% OFF With card Chef ronmental cable channel, Lagasse water heating system and the PV ar- subjects to younger students. He also 5 Continued From Page One 1 does a brief profile on the Center For ray will not occur until sometime in hopes it will draw more students to the Culinary Adventure — Vermont,” is An Agricultural Economy, the “glue” the 2010-11 academic year, and then science, technology and society class. framed like an odyssey from seed to that holds much of the ag-business- students might be involved in many “I think we’ll see an increase in supper, with plenty of snacking, sam- es together. This being an Emeril parts of the construction and instal- students,” he said. “There’s some re- pling and chatting along the way (no Lagasse show, however, there’s also lation process. But before that, ally good life lessons here.” one tells a celebrity chef not to talk with plenty of cooking and eating. La- students will be a part of all the steps his mouth full). The chef starts off pro- gasse snacks on Vermont Soy’s along the way, incorporating solar filing Stearns and his company, High maple ginger tofu. He lends a hand technology into as many different Mowing Organic Seeds, and then vis- with a mushroom ravioli handmade academic disciplines as possible. its Pete’s Greens, the Cellars at Jasper by Angela Kehler, using husband Students in the science, tech- Hill, Vermont Soy and Claire’s Restau- Mateo’s Jasper Hill cheese. He nology and society class will soon rant. watches and waxes poetic about the begin studying solar power. Stu- The show is filled with quick cuts bacon and creamy cheese sauce dents will then work on the design and upbeat music, and a running gag Claire’s chef Steven Obranovich of the two projects. Then there may in which Lagasse wraps up his mini- uses on a signature dish. be units on cost analysis, and stu- profile of each ag-business proprietor And then he cooks for the whole dents will even be involved in the with directions to the next person on crew. The cooking demo is Lagasse’s bidding process that is required of the list. “That’s a good idea,” he says, bread and butter in all of his shows, so most federal and state projects. The SNOWMOBILERS clearly liking the the prospect of some it is not surprising to see him bringing possible subjects that can incorpo- rate the solar projects in some way Make sure you're covered sort of snack behind the next bend in all his new Vermont friends together before you get out on the trail. the road, or tucked away into a hill- for an outdoor cookout. He uses all their runs the gamut: science, mathemat- side. products, trades jokes with them, and ics, finances, civics, industrial arts, Stop by our office for a free Quick cut to a field of mizuna wows them with recipes that use their environmentalism, even politics. quote on coverage for your greens, which Pete Johnson had been ingredients in ways they had not yet “This is going to be a student-led, snowmobile. experimenting with last year and been used. student-oriented project,” said Jeff which he had acquired from High Mow- The audience crammed into the LeCours, Hazen’s maintenance di- rector. “A big part of the grant Call Bette or Pat at 472-5721 ing. While Lagasse chomps on a bit of center last week laughed heartily or stop by our office at mizuna (a Japanese green with a mild throughout the show, and cheered proposal was how to tie it to the cur- mustard flavor), he asks Johnson why whenever a new familiar face was seen riculum.” 31 North Main Street, all the exotic green. Johnson’s quip: if on screen. Librarian Sammet said Modry said Hazen students Hardwick Emeril tells people to try mizuna, it’ll there will be copies of the show avail- tackled energy efficiency issues in be the most popular green in 2010. able for checking out, and said an encore presentation will be offered Jan. 30. She acknowledged perhaps a big- Become a more skilled ger venue would be needed. communicator: After the lights came up, Stearns THANKS M.G. & E.F. briefly took the floor again and noted FOR SAYING YOU SAW IT IN Non-violent that although Lagasse’s profile was THE HARDWICK GAZETTE Communication largely of the younger generation of Morse, Inc. farmer, agriculture-minded folks have Training Series been tilling the earth and showing the way for decades. Lagasse did, howev- Tuesdays, 6-7:30, beginning Feb. 9 er, address this in his episode, noting Hardwick, VT agriculture filled a void left by the gran- ite industry in Hardwick. 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A Parachute In Need And Deed To the editor: this and started collecting handker- Beloved Community I’ve just been listening to “On chiefs and donating to the cause. A To the editor: mented workers at risk of deporta- Point” NPR radio show, out of Bos- gum maker donated tons of gum, Here in Vermont an undocu- tion. ton and heard someone mention that which started a rivalry among Amer- mented migrant worker from Mexico Two thousand, five hundred mi- no one is considering the psycholog- ican candy makers, who continued to was recently killed as he worked on grant workers help keep Vermont ical effect on the Haitians, taking so donate throughout the blockade of a Fairfield farm in Franklin County. dairy farms alive, which otherwise long to get help there. “Even a candy West Berlin. Perhaps you’ve heard about Jose would be impossible to maintain. bar would make a difference to show Before reading the book, I had Obeth Santiz Cruz. He was a young According to the Vermont Com- someone cared.” That brought to heard interviews with old people who man of 20, from a tiny Mexican vil- munity Foundation, half of mind a very good book I read last year were the kids who received these lage in Chiappas called Las Vermont’s milk production is made called, “The Candy Bombers,” a true bundles of hope and joy. They never Margaritas. possible by migrant farm workers. retelling of the story of post-World forgot the bravery and generosity of In service to the meaning and But even documented migrant farm War II West Berlin, when the Rus- the pilots and the American people, value of his life, and, I believe, in the workers live isolated lives on Ver- sians blockaded the city, keeping any who literally saved their lives. spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s mont farms, fearful of targeting or supplies to reach the citizens. A lot We did it then and I don’t see why Beloved Community, his remains profiling despite their legal status. of military and volunteer pilots saved it couldn’t happen again, especially will be accompanied home by a small Undocumented workers face certain the citizens by flying in anything for the people who are living in the group including his English-lan- deportation and for years live their from coal to food, myriad assorted Haitian hills, which seem impossible guage teacher, Brendan O’Neill, who lives rarely going beyond the confines supplies over two cold and foggy win- to reach. As I was thinking about this, provides English-language educa- of the farm and their on-farm trailer ters. someone called to ask: “Hasn’t any- tion to these isolated, anonymous housing. They work in order to send One of the pilots saw children one heard of parachutes?” I sure hope migrant workers through the VT wages home to their families... pal- below playing in the bombed out rub- someone with connections and re- Migrant Education Program of the try wages by American standards, ble, started making handkerchief sources heard him! VT Workers Center. O’Neill’s advo- significant wages paid by the strug- parachutes and dropping small bun- Lynette Courtney cacy for undocumented migrant gling dairy farmers for whom they dles of candy to the children below. Greensboro workers, exemplifies, I believe, what work and nothing less than survival Somehow, Americans heard about Martin Luther King would have rec- wages for the Mexican families ognized as a Beloved Community of whose sons, brothers and husbands inter-relatedness… that we are our live captive lives on Vermont farms. Support The Police “brother’s brother and our sister’s Peggy Sapphire To the editor: ditions we ask our officers to work in sister.” Craftsbury I would like to express my sup- are deplorable. The town should This funeral journey has been The letter is an excerpt of a port for the Hardwick Police work tirelessly for an agreement paid for by donations from Vermont speech Sapphire delivered on Department, for being fully staffed with the Hardwick Hospital Associ- farmers, who understandably feel Martin Luther King Jr.’s birth- and for getting a new location. ation to rent the current Hardwick they must remain anonymous so as day, Jan. 18, at the Unitarian I believe the strongest deterrent Health Center building. This would not to put their remaining undocu- Church in Montpelier. of crime is the threat of getting provide space for officers to do their caught. In Hardwick and Greensboro paperwork and investigations, allow this will only happen if there are a space to have community meetings, A Vicious Circle enough police officers. Given our allow the co-location of other commu- To the editor: budget from affecting our property geographical situation, we don’t get nity support organizations, such as ‘HEADS HAVE BEEN DROPPING ALL OVER TOWN. I felt the article “Village Resident taxes. They were understanding any support from either the state restorative justice, and most impor- Airs Suspicions Of Drug Dealing community sentiment and their duty police or the sheriff’s department. tant, to allow the safe confinement of LOOKS LIKE ANOTHER CASE FOR CSI!” (Jan. 13) was kind of edgy and left a to those who put them there. We need to ensure our officers people who have been arrested and bad taste in my mouth. I did go be- Keeping the budget reasonable have backup and are as safe as we can are awaiting transport for process- fore the Select Board unannounced and the tax rate from jumping will provide. We know from past exit sur- ing. and expressed my frustration with require cuts. Some very hard work- veys of officers who are leaving this I have been very happy with our drug dealing I believe is happening ing people in Hardwick may not get has been a reason they resigned to go new chief, who not only moved to our in and around the elementary school, raises they deserve, and some road to other departments. For as long as community, but together with his and my neighborhood of Upper Cher- projects may get put off. The police I can remember, we talk at Town family have become a part of it. He ry Street. I reported these suspicions chief is requesting and getting help Meeting about our “revolving door has a good team of officers and I don’t RURAL RAMBLINGS on several occasions to police and from federal grants to keep staffing department” and folks have been want to see him or any others leave. town manager. problems down, so even he is trying frustrated with that. One of the ways Join me in supporting the Hardwick I also did explain my displeasure to save the town money. to keep our officers is for them to feel Police Department on Town Meeting with finding out that when I believed We all find ourselves in a troubled safe and supported. Day. Haiti’s Tragedy Was Long Coming I needed an officer I was told one was economy and think the quick fix is Everyone who tours the police Patti Coultas by Daniel A. Métraux United States occupied Haiti between 1915-1934. not readily available for my situa- cutting or downsizing. This same department knows the working con- Hardwick Haiti’s traumatic earthquake that destroyed There were some improvements, including the tion. This was due to another economy leads folks to make bad Port-au-Prince was only the latest in a series of building of a modern airport, schools and clinics, emergency on that particular choices, such as robbery, assault and Hit The Trails disasters that have shattered this beautiful land. and a series of excellent roads, but little was done evening. I also learned during the selling or doing drugs, thus creating To the editor: eight-Saturdays program organized The reality is the country was in desperate shape to provide stable government. meeting an officer had been cut from more need for what we just cut or We’re snowy; we’re groomed; by the REACH! program and funded well before the quake: there was virtually no During the late 1940s, my father, anthropolo- the staff last year. downsized. It’s a pretty vicious circle. we’re ready for you — the Hardwick by the Hardwick Town Recreation government, its 10 million inhabitants had gist Alfred Metraux, led a United Nations mission Yes, I do keep a rifle close by, just The Hardwick Police Depart- Trails! Committee. Parents interested in stripped the land bare of any trees and arable soil, to build schools and attack illiteracy in Haiti’s in case! Chief Joe Laporte did appro- ment is doing a great and often The 6 miles of trails that wind more information should contact there was massive starvation, little medicine or Marbial Valley. I lived there when very young. One priately insist I not do anything rash, thankless job, with limited resourc- through the woods behind Hazen REACH! coordinator Kelly Evans at medical care, and very little literacy. Many good- person who worked closely with the UN was a US- or take the law into my own hands. es. They have my full support, and Union are groomed for skiing, invit- the school at 472-5411. hearted aid workers, churches and organizations trained physician — anthropologist Dr. Francois This is an opinion I firmly share. The are probably more appreciated by ing everyone to play in the snow. The And — get ready — Hardwick made some headway, but the problems facing them Duvalier, who, I am told, liked to sit me on his lap. action I took was out of a feeling of townspeople, than not. Their safety Hardwick Trails Committee offers Trails now has a Facebook page were overwhelming. Duvalier was a hero at the time, winning much fear that summer night. That fear is and job satisfaction should be in all free use of ski equipment and snow- where you can check on trails condi- Haiti was not always so desperately poor. praise for his work to develop public health in Haiti now manifested in frustration and of our minds, including the Select shoes to young and old for use on the tions! As well, events and other During the 1700s, over 30,000 French came to the and in fighting deadly tropical diseases such as anger toward the people selling the Board. Public safety should not be system. Volunteers will be at the information are posted on our web- island and built a highly profitable slave yellow fever. drugs. compromised or the safety of our cabin (near the sugarhouse behind site (hardwicktrails.net). plantation economy. Haiti quickly became the The UN withdrew its educational teams by While at the meeting, I found our police officers. Hazen Union School) from 9 to 11 Use of the trails and equipment is richest French colony in the New World due to the 1951 and Haiti went on to suffer bad governments police chief, our town manager and Mark Wright a.m. Saturdays beginning on Jan. 23 always free and the trails are open immense profits from the sugar, coffee and indigo until Duvalier (“Papa Doc”) was elected president the members of our Select Board Hardwick to lend equipment and offer tips for every day. Get your warm mittens industries. But a massive slave revolt carefully in 1957. No one really knows what happened to were working diligently to keep the beginners. out! organized by former slave Toussaint L’Ouverture Duvalier when he assumed office — he did suffer a If you would like to borrow skis Norma Wiesen led to the defeat and ousting of the French in the massive stroke and was unable to control a gang of or snowshoes at other times, call me Co-chair 1790s. When Napoleon sent a military expedition thugs who worked with him. The result was a Food Need Remains at 472-6517 and we’ll arrange it. Hardwick Trails Committee with 20,000 to retake France’s major colony, the killing regime that destroyed the land and forced To the editor: The board members and coordi- Look for young skiers as Hard- Hardwick Haitians and yellow fever decimated the cream of Haiti’s small educated elite to flee the country. The Hardwick Area Food Pantry nator Angela Grace appreciate the wick Elementary students begin an France’s army. It was this loss that induced Duvalier died in 1971, but his son assumed power received very generous donations of generosity of everyone who has con- Napoleon to sell the Louisiana Purchase to the until the mid-1980s. food, money, and hours volunteered tributed to the success of the pantry. United States. Today, Haiti is left with 10 million starving, in 2009. The pantry gave 79 boxes of In December, 87 households were Haiti was the only place in the New World illiterate people in a wasted land with no food for Thanksgiving and 70 boxes served food from the pantry. A fam- MEETING MEMO where former slaves successfully overthrew their government, churches, hospitals or any public of food for Christmas. Needy families ily or individual in need may come to masters, but their republic never had a chance to institutions to help them. Perhaps, however, the were able to choose a meal for the Hardwick Area Food Pantry once Upcoming Public Meetings grow. The United States refused to recognize a quake tragedy will force the outside world to enter Thanksgiving or Christmas. a month and choose enough food for Black nation as its neighbor for many decades and in force and to rescue this once beautiful land I Even though the holidays are three days. The pantry is open Mon- France successfully bullied Haiti into paying it remember so well. day from noon-2 p.m. and Thursday Resource Team, 7 p.m. over, there is still a need for dona- Wednesday, Jan. 20 huge reparations for the loss of its colony. Haiti Métraux, a frequent visitor to Greensboro, is and Saturday from 9-11 a.m. Jeudevine Memorial Library tions of food, money, and volunteers. •Wolcott Select Board, 6 p.m. itself was ruled by an endless series of corrupt and professor of Asian Studies at Mary Baldwin Yvonne Smith Tuesday, Jan. 26 There are boxes for donations of food Town Clerk’s Office brutal dictators who did little to develop their College. Board Member •Wolcott School Board, 6 p.m. at the Grand Union, Hall’s Market, •Cabot Select Board, 7 p.m. nation. The situation became so chaotic that the Willey’s Store and Buffalo Mt. Co-op. Hardwick Willey Building Wolcott Elementary School •Stannard School Board, 7 •Twinfield Union School p.m. Town Hall Board, 6:30 p.m. Twinfield Union •Wolcott Planning Commis- School sion, 7:30 p.m. Town Offices •Craftsbury Select Board, 7 Thursday, Jan. 21 p.m. Town Hall Letters From Readers •Hardwick Select Board, 6 p.m. •Walden Select Board, 7 p.m. The Hardwick Gazette encourages readers to Memorial Building Town Clerk’s Office State House Vistas write letters to the editor. •Lakeview Union School Wednesday, Jan. 27 by Rep. 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Quake Continued From Page One Dateline: South Africa didn’t arrive until two days later. By that time, Thursday, Fischer was being evacuated on a helicopter from Port-au-Prince to Santo Dom- Lack Of Interaction Fosters ingo, Dominican Republic. From there, he was flown back to New York, where he is working from afar with the group — Partners In Health Prejudice And Fear — he had been working with side by by Sawyer J. Connelly had hoped the teacher would have helped side in Haiti. Since he does not have When I began to think of taking a gap year destroy these fears, but from exploration, many medical experience, he was evacuat- after my senior year of high school, it seemed still remain. ed. like a great idea. A bit foolhardy and a bit of a Since late November, I’ve tried to explore “If you don’t have specific romantic, I pictured myself traveling the world, the origins of these views. This has been rather skillsets, it’s better for you to leave,” conquering Kilimanjaro, lost in the hustle and difficult as many of my peers are reluctant to Fischer said. Even though he cannot bustle of Mumbai, falling asleep under the stars talk about the issue. Some of my fellow be in Haiti right now, he wants to in Kruger National Park listening to the howls students were defensive and disgusted that I help. “I’m ready to do what I can, of baboons and roars of lions, and hitchhiking wanted to talk about such an issue while others wherever it takes me.” across Europe. Choosing to come to the African laughed and were rather dismissive. With the Lewis Lukens, a part-time Leadership Academy was far from that. A two- 12 students I approached, only four were Greensboro resident, was in Haiti year, pan-African boarding school of almost 200 willing to share their views. In trying to talk Saturday, for about five hours. students in Johannesburg, South Africa, I’ve with students from East Africa, every girl I Lukens is a U.S. State Department been a student here since September. approached had no comment and most boys employee, responsible for coordinat- After I arrived at ALA, I quickly realized were quite defensive. I believe this is because ing Secretary of State Hillary the environment was much more conservative the issue is taboo in many of the societies my Clinton’s travel plans. He and Clin- than that to which I had grown accustomed. peers are from. I also speculate the reason for ton flew to the Port-au-Prince airport Any display of affection between the sexes was my female classmates being reluctant may be Saturday. strictly forbidden. This included hand holding due to a social structure in their cultures. From They flew in a Coast Guard C- and hugging. Failure to abide by these rules my observations and discussions with peers, 130 transport aircraft carrying 20 meant a month’s worth of detention. I couldn’t many societies are male hierarchies and U.S. officials and 100 cases each of Haitian-American citizens wait to board a U.S. Coast Guard plane Saturday in Port au Prince for a flight believe it and after muttering to myself about perhaps my female classmates felt they did not to the United States. (courtesy photo) how backward I thought the rules were, I began have authority to discuss such issues. I found to wonder if the school was this conservative this to be the same with students from West bottled water and MREs (meals, “We have evacuated thousands toward male and female interactions what was Africa. ready to eat) for the U.S. Embassy of citizens in the past few days,” the attitude toward issues around gays and A student from Kenya explained to me that staff. The “robust embassy” was run- Lukens said. “I think we got 700 out lesbians. homosexuality is strictly forbidden in his ning low, Lukens said. Clinton never on Saturday alone.” This was soon answered for me in an country and is met with disgust, verbal abuse, left the airport, due to the chaos in Roger Marcoux is the sheriff for “African Concern’s Forum,” where important and often violence. He explained to me these Port-au-Prince. Lamoille County, and a Hyde Park issues facing the continent were discussed. The views come from religion, as the majority of the “She would have liked to get out, native. But before he moved back in topic of choice of this particular forum was country believes it is against the Bible’s but she didn’t want to tie up resourc- the early Aughts, he was working for social issues, mainly centered on gay and teachings. He also explained there is much es,” Lukens said, saying that security the State Department, stationed for lesbian issues. There were some ugly ignorance and insecurity, which perpetuate forces are at a premium right now. five years in Port-au-Prince. One of statements from my fellow peers: “It’s a disease such attitudes. A young man from West Africa “Every security officer securing the his main tasks was training a 50-per- which needs to be cured.” “Homosexuals in my explained that much like in Kenya, site for her is one less securing the son Haitian police force to investigate country often get killed if they reveal homosexuality is forbidden due to religious streets for relief supplies.” political murders. themselves.” In response to the latter, a student beliefs and is met with anger and alienation Lukens described the airport as Corruption is something Mar- and teacher sitting in front of me from a central from the community. a hive of activity, with planes and coux is familiar with, and it pains him African country laughed and imitated the In South Africa, however, the attitude is helicopters used by U.S. armed forc- to see the chaos surrounding relief motion of throwing a rock. much different than the rest of the continent. es and international rescue teams efforts that could possibly be divert- I sat through this forum next to a There are conservative groups that tend to vary coming and going nonstop, carrying ed to other means. He said the classmate from South Africa. He and I were in by geographic region. The more rural areas are in supplies and carrying out non-es- corruption in Haiti has “tentacles” shock from the statements of the majority of our more conservative, but on a whole the country sential personnel. The plane on that reach into Miami, New York and peers. I felt the urge to speak up as my beliefs is very liberal toward the issue compared to the which he and Clinton flew seats 70 Montreal. Marcoux said he knows and upbringing went against everything that rest of the continent. A Haitian-American woman passengers, and since they only flew President Rene Preval, and he knows Members of the U.S. Coast Guard was being said, but I was too scared. At least 80 In talking with two students from South holds her small child as they wait in to Port-au-Prince with 20, they Preval has his work cut out for him. offload water from the Washing- percent of the student body shared these Africa, a boy and a girl, I learned this attitude to board a Coast Guard flight to were able to fly back with 50 Haitian- “This is going to be way, way ton, D.C.-based plane of Secre- exceedingly conservative views. has much to do with Apartheid, the the United States. Americans whose Haitian homes more than he has the capacity to deal tary of State Hillary Clinton at At the end of the forum, a teacher, who the constitution, and the Freedom Charter. They (courtesy photo) were destroyed by the quake. with,” Marcoux said. “They’re so un- the Coast Guard Air Station in students loved, got up and shared his feelings believe Apartheid is a constant reminder of organized there’s no way to keep Puerto Rico. The water was trans- about everything he had just heard. He also what it was like to live in a segregated society track.” ported on to Haiti. told us he was gay. Three weeks later, this and the constitution and Freedom Charter Marcoux said international aid (courtesy photo) teacher called a meeting for the students. He stress that all are equal. My friends also say Wish To Help Haiti Stays Local told us he had been fired and would not be South Africa is much more westernized than returning next term. The official reason was the the rest of the continent, which influenced them by Will Walters Center in Brooklyn and suggested relationship between the administration and growing up. They feel this plays a significant CABOT — After hearing of the she call there. Worcester contacted him had broken down irretrievably. He cited a role in the attitude toward homosexuality. disaster in Haiti, Sheil Worcester the organization and was told they specific instance where he had given critical In recent weeks, I’ve followed a story in wanted to jump on a plane and go accept food, clothing and water to feedback to the school as the reason for his Uganda, which is about a bill that would down to help. When she thought ship to Haiti, saying these are the firing. I couldn’t help but wondering, however, legalize the death penalty for homosexuals. I about being just another mouth to mostly desperately needed supplies whether his sexual orientation didn’t have found this hard to believe and asked my feed, and her lack of disaster train- at this time. something to do with this. I told myself the roommate, a Ugandan, what he thought. He’s ing, she thought of other ways for Worcester said she will contin- administration couldn’t be that conservative, expressed he believes the bill is going too far, people to help. She started soliciting ue to collect “as long as it still comes but the question has lingered in the back of my but won’t offer much else to me in my supplies to be shipped there by the in,” and will drive the materials to mind ever since. exploration. The other Ugandans I approached better organized relief agencies. Brooklyn to deliver to the Bedford After the firing, the entire student body were defensive and had no comment. A graduate of Cabot School, center. Anything is better than noth- stood unanimously in support of the teacher. This certainly isn’t how I pictured my gap Worcester, who works in Colchester, ing, she noted. The student body engaged in a protest directed year, but I realize not every society in the world is asking people to leave supplies at After things settle down, toward the administration that we were tired of is liberal. Although I don’t enjoy the her mother’s house at 3201 Main St. Worcester intends to go down and the shadiness in how his firing was dealt with, conservativeness of my community, I’m part of in Cabot Village. Canned food, bot- help. Right now she said, referring that we were unhappy, and we wanted answers. it. I can educate my peers about my views, and tled water and clothing in good to the lessons from the Katrina di- Many of the students who were leaders in this learn about their beliefs. I hope in the coming condition are the most needed items. saster, it is better to let the trained demonstration were also those who shared months to dig deeper into this matter and She originally called the Red disaster relief personnel work on the conservative views toward homosexuality. It convince fellow classmates to talk. Cross in Vermont, but said she was initial stage of relief, and then go seemed to me my conservative peers had never A resident of Hardwick, Connelly will be not able to get the phone call an- down and do what can be done to interacted with someone who was gay or in South Africa until July. swered. She then called the Red help. lesbian and had many preconceived notions. I Cross in New York City, and the Worcester suggested individu- worker who answered the call said als or organizations who would like Secretary of State Hillary Clinton boards a Coast Guard C130 to fly they were only accepting donations to assist can directly contact the into Port au Prince, Haiti Saturday. She pledged American assis- of money for relief. But the woman Bedford Haitian Community Center tance to help overcome the devastation caused by last week’s earth- gave Worcester the number of the at 718-756-0600. Bedford Haitian Community Relief quake. (courtesy photo) programs need support, but he cau- “There’s just something about The Hardwick Gazette tions against sending money to an that country,” Marcoux said. “It’s so organization without a proven track alluring it won’t let you go.” ~ Since 1889 ~ Today’s News...Tomorrow’s History ~ record. For his part, he and his wife are hoping to donate directly to peo- ple in Haiti he knows personally. Cabot resident Bob Belenky has been to Haiti more than a dozen times since 1980, visiting and working with orphanages in the country. He also has concerns about the possible cor- ruption that is imminent as aid flows into the country. Speaking on God- dard radio station WGDR Monday, he called the quake and its attendant aftershocks — both physically and metaphorically — a “phenomenally multi-faceted catastrophe.” “(This is) not just a natural disas- ter,” he said. “What lies in wait is a political and social disaster, which is unimaginable.” He listed more than a dozen plac- es that are pledging to provide relief in Haiti, from the big ones (Doctors Without Borders, Partners In Health) to smaller ones, more spe- cialized NGOs (Shelterbox.org, the Lambi Fund). Belenky said it is im- portant to research an aid organization before donating to make sure it is legitimate. Haiti is a small country, just slightly larger than Vermont. And for all its barren hills, denuded of trees from deforestation, Marcoux and Fischer — who described it as an “at times, tragic beauty” — said the country is enchanting. 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People of all ages are invited to The performance will be based on their fle. In 2009, contributions from local The network is a non-profit orga- come take the chill out of winter by par- studies of Japan. This year it is a play businesses and individuals helped to nization created to provide grants to taking of chili, both vegetarian and entitled “SUSA-NO-WO” (The Dragon raise over $21,000 from this event. individuals with cancer and was or- regular, cole slaw, cornbread, and Slayer) Come enjoy the performance. There are many ways to support ganized in 2000 by a group of cookies. Along with the many varia- Donations will be accepted to sup- for the event, including the purchase volunteers from a local breast cancer tions of chili, all the fixin’s will be port the library. Call the library at EE of a heart or raffle tickets from local support group who recognized a need served, from sour cream to onions to 533-2531 for more information or to W K businesses, selling hearts in a busi- to assist people who had been diag- cheese. Juice and decaf coffee will contribute to the food. a.m. to 4 p.m., Town Hall Theatre, 67 about the Teen Alcohol Safety Program. ness and/or to family and friends, nosed with cancer. All Thursday, Jan. 21 Main St., Stowe. Information: Tom at Free dinner at 5:30 p.m. RSVP to selling raffle tickets, making a dona- administrative services are donated, ¥FREE FAMILY LITERACY CLASSES 760-9797 or www.stowetheatre.com or [email protected] for dinner tion to the raffle or silent auction, there are no employees of the orga- for parents of children under 8 years old. [email protected]. only. Information: 472-8010. donating a door prize for the dance, nization, just volunteers. 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Formal singing sionist picturing of Debussy and •ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP, 6 Bistro, 933 Rte. 100C, Johnson, VT. Ravel. HARDWICK — A monthly pro- book, “Up the Creek Without a Saddle,” experience not required. Information: p.m., Caledonia Home Health Office, St. Information: 802-635-9950. REVIEW gram of poetry readings starts Tuesday which is waiting publication. 586-9912 RoseMary or 476-8947 Donia. While Michaels’ music has some Johnsbury. Information: 748-8116. ¥STUDIO PLACE ARTS, New Exhibits. classical undercurrents, it derives at the Jeudevine Memorial Library Johnson is an active member of The ¥WEEKLY SKI-INN (through March 11) ¥NORTHEAST KINGDOM CHAMBER In the main floor gallery: Art of Action at Highland Lodge. Meet at the Lodge at by David K. Rodgers with Jerry Johnson. He will be followed Poetry Society of Vermont, which pre- monthly legislative breakfast, 8 to 9 a.m., Artists envision the future for Vermont. much more from the improvisation- 9:45 for free group ski. Please call ahead GREENSBORO — Cody by short readings by poets Merry sented him with the Corrine Eastman St. Johnsbury House dining room, Main Second floor gallery: Art Save Lives by al process of jazz, influenced from an (802) 533-2647. Gangemi, Ron Lavalette, Tara Vita Davis Memorial Award for his poem St. Information: (802) 748-3678 or email Suzy and Mark Markowitt. Third floor Michaels of Hardwick gave a solo pi- early age by the musicianship of his •LET’S TALK ABOUT 21!, 5 p.m. dinner, gallery: In Balance by Elizabeth ano concert of his own original father. He plays without any score in and maybe a couple of surprise poets. “Sugaring.” His poem “Tennis Player’s 6 p.m. discussion, Montpelier High [email protected]. Johnson spent his career as a pro- Answering Machine” was a winner of ¥THE VERMONT STUDIO CENTER Kendrick. through Feb. 20. Gallery compositions Sunday afternoon at front of him, entirely from his own School, Montpelier, with Dr. David Hours: Tues. - Fri.: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sat.: the United Church of Christ in fessor at Fitchburg (Mass.) State the Second Annual Poetry Challenge Jernigan on the minimum legal drinking presents visiting writer Leni Zumas, 8 memory, with very well coordinated College. Retired, he lives in Albany and sponsored by Wonderland Books p.m., the dining hall of the Red Mill Noon - 4 p.m. Studio Place Arts, 201 N. Greensboro, with most of the pieces fingers. His works are not particular- age in Vermont. Information: Main St., Barre. Information: (802) 479- the stimulus for much of the author’s The program begins at 6:30 p.m. [email protected], (802) 479- building, Pearl Street, Johnson. drawn from his recently released CD, ly linear in their development but work stems from the natural beauty of There will be refreshments. Information: Kate at 802-635-2727 ext. 7069, www.studioplacearts.com. “Winter Suite.” cyclical in structure, perhaps inten- 7378. ¥THE NORTHEAST KINGDOM the Northeast Kingdom. His first book For more information, call 472- 210 or www.vermonstudiocenter.org. Michaels performed widely ¥FRESH START, Quit Smoking Class, a ARTISANS Guild exhibition of stained tionally reflective of the numerous ¥LEARN HOW TO MAKE CHEVRE and of poetry, “A Bed of Leaves,” was pub- 5948 or e-mail four-week program, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., glass artist Fred Varney and pen and ink around New England the past decade ever returning cycles of nature. In the lished in 2004. Many of the poems he [email protected]. Copley Hospital, Morrisville. Information: Kefir from Raw Goats Milk. Class hosted drawings of Sarah Kinsella Waite. Exhibit and made three other recordings: “A same niche as New Age music such will read will come from his second Copley’s Wellness Center, 888-8369. by Rural Vermont, and taught by on view through March 4. 430 Railroad Creation Prayer” (2000), “Primum as can be heard on the Music From ¥COMMUNITY DISCUSSION GROUP Maryellen Davis of Foxwell Farm, 1 - 4 St., St. Johnsbury. Hours: 10:30 a.m. - Non Nocere” (2004) and “Autumn The Hearts Of Space program on “Menu for the Future,” about food and p.m., South Ryegate. Registration and 5:30 p.m. Monday - Saturday. Informa- Suite” (2007), all of which were in- Vermont Public Radio (Saturday food systems, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Greens- information: (802) 223-7222 or email tion: (802) 748-0158, www.nekguild.com. Polar Plunge boro Free Library. The first in six spired by his extensive experiences nights), Michaels creates a laid back [email protected]. ¥VIRTUAL IRAQ: Illusion & Spectacle, of nature over the years, especially ELMORE — The ice thickens on music featuring such songs as “Baby sessions. Information: 533-2531 or atmosphere that could be conducive featuring the work of Wafaa Bilal, Jan. 22 in the mountains of Colorado and to personal relaxation, meditation Lake Elmore as plans for the Second its Cold Outside” and “Way up North www.nwei.org. Tuesday, Jan. 26 - April 17, Helen Day Art Center, 5 ¥NASHVILLE SONGWRITERS Associa- New Hampshire. In this attempt to and massage, or even as the unobtru- Polar Plunge continue to take shape. in the Ice and Snow.” ¥FREE FAMILY LITERACY CLASSES for School St., Stowe. tion Meeting, 6:45 p.m., Catamount Arts, translate the visual into the audial, The fun begins at 11 a.m., Jan. 30 at The Johnson Fire Department and parents of children under 8 years old. Work sive soundtrack for a film. 115 Eastern Ave., St. Johnsbury. Meets the Elmore Town Hall and the public Elmore cold water rescue units will be on your high school diploma, GED or other he is in a long tradition from Vivaldi Celebrating winter in these compo- monthly on the 3rd Thursday. Informa- COMMUNITY is invited to bundle up and watch the on hand at the lake to assist the plung- educational goals, while learning ways to and Glazunov (The seasons), sitions, the first piece was “On The tion: www.heartson.com, help your young children succeed. Classes Brahms, Sibalius and Elgar, not to Shortest Day,” referring to that turn- madness. ers, as they did last year. They’ll make www.nashvillesongwriters.com, or call MEALS meet Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mention the tone poems of Liszt, The event is to help Habitat for sure no one remains in the water more John Heartson at 802-633-2204. ¥COMMUNITY DINNERS, Thursdays, ing point of the seasons, the solstice mornings. 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They work on with little rest. •YOUNG WRITERS’ GROUP begins, ¥MORRISTOWN CENTENNIAL 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., Jeudevine Library, ¥MARSHFIELD PLAYGROUP, THIS LIBRARY (888-3853) Tues. and Wed. 10 But do we all appreciate Hardwick, for writers aged 11 - 18, led by Wednesdays, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Old School- a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Thurs. & Fri. 10 a.m. - When they miss dinner or are late Rose Nash, writer and writing professor house Common during Community 5:30 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. So let us do what we can do Supper. For children birth to five and EE at Johnson State College. Registration W K ¥GREENSBORO FREE LIBRARY, Main And take the time to thank this and information: 472-5948 or email their adults. Information: 476-8757 x113. The Hardwick Gazette Street, Greensboro, (533-2531). Winter crew. 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Main St., Hardwick, with Hardwick, VT 05843 BARGAIN MATINEES Hardwick first production of the 2010 season, 10 Willa Farrell, guest speaker to share AllAll showsShows $4.50 $5 before before 6 p.m. The Hardwick Gazette, January 20, 2010 Page Seven Sterling Begins Year-Round Program; Freezes Costs For Students Who Participate CRAFTSBURY — Independent or both to create a full 12-15 credit colleges and universities, already un- semester. Between the sessions, the der financial strain due to college holds its Rural Heritage In- diminished endowments, are now stitute, an academic and experiential facing calls from politicians and pun- conference where students can earn dits to cost less and graduate additional credit. students faster, in three years in- The college has been adjusting its stead of four. curriculum and scheduling for two Beginning in June, Sterling Col- years, working toward the year- lege students will be able to attend round idea. With a growing college year-round and at a price that confidence the new year-round insti- will remain frozen for as long as the tution would attract their own student remains continuously en- students and students from other rolled. colleges, especially over the summer In inaugurating the “continuous semester, the campus will not be semester” system the college is available to summer renters. breaking new ground in both the cost John Elwell, Stephanie Herrick, Ken Johnston, and Joe Wood stand of higher education and the time it in front of the Greensboro Free Library where they will offer tax takes to complete an undergraduate preparation services for area residents on behalf of the AARP. degree at a residential college. (courtesy photo) The semesters, fall, spring, and summer are separated by three to five weeks of break time, allowing students and faculty time to get away Library Becomes An and re-charge. The summer semes- ter consists of two five-week sessions, where students can enroll in just one The Hardwick Elementary preschool through sixth grade winter concert was held in the AARP Tax-Aide Center school’s gymnasium Jan. 14 under the direction of music teacher Jodi Ethier. Kindergarteners GREENSBORO — John Elwell, AARP member to use the service. enjoy the show, front row, left to right: Kassidy Perry, Ezra Bartlett, Maple Bottinelli. Middle Stephanie Herrick, Ken Johnston, Call the library at 533 2531 and row: Cooper Billings, Alexander Richard, Jonas Leveillee, William Miller. Back row: Latisha and Joe Wood have been going to leave your name and telephone num- Ryan Makes Mead, Abigail des Groseilliers, Jessica Royer, Jayson Hall. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) training sessions given by the AARP ber. A volunteer will call to set up an in cooperation with the IRS and the appointment during library hours, Dean’s List State of Vermont to learn how to pre- and say what will be needed to com- pare simple tax returns and become plete a return. At Tufts certified. The other nearest centers are in MEDFORD, Mass. — James The Greensboro Free Library is Lyndonville, St. Johnsbury, and Ryan, of Walden, was named to the going to be an AARP Tax-Aide Cen- Newport. Dean’s List at Tufts University for Fifth grader Keisha Bell plays Local Residents Excel At Saint Michael’s ter again and the three will prepare The AARP volunteer will protect the fall 2009 semester. He is a mem- COLCHESTER — Two local res- elementary education and American Johnsbury Academy. 2009 tax returns from Feb. 3 to April confidentiality and provide the tax- the clarinet in the 5/6 band idents were named to the fall 2009 studies. She graduated from Crafts- Students who complete a mini- ber of the Class of 2013. during Lakeview Elementary's 14. The service is available to taxpay- payer with a paper copy of the return, Dean’s List honors at Tufts Uni- Dean’s List at Saint Michael’s Col- bury Academy. mum of 12 credits and achieve a ers with low and middle income, with which can be E-filed for free or a pa- winter concert held Jan. 11. lege. James W. Thurber, son of Ben- grade point average of at least 3.4 at versity require a semester grade (photo by Tyler Molleur) special attention to those age 60 and per copy may be mailed. point average of 3.4 or greater. Lauren J. Martin, daughter of jamin and Beverly Thurber of the end of a semester are recognized older. One does not have to be an Ryan is a graduate of St. Johns- Randy and Michele Martin of Crafts- Craftsbury, is a senior majoring in for their scholarship by inclusion on bury Academy. bury, is a senior majoring in Spanish. He graduated from St. the Dean’s List.

Woodbury fourth graders from left, Quinten Bean-King, Joshua Blake, Krista Hebert and Olivia Payette, play “Hot Cross Buns” on their recorders. Music teacher Leeanne Finn directs them during the K-six Woodbury Elementary Winter Concert held Jan. 12. (photo by Vanessa Fournier)

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Craftsbury Captures Cabot Crown Through Adversity, Comes New Era; Celebrating Memory Of Stephen Willey by Dave Morse “what do you say 1, 1,” from the going to change my life, hopefully for team rode the bus with us.” CABOT — Through adversity, rafters to the fallen, which is usual the better. It’s still hard to believe. Sounding like the coach, “now, the Craftsbury Academy boys cap- hostile territory , but what the Stephen is still my best friend.” we are not satisfied,” seemingly at tured the sense of community against Chargers’ claimed as their own. Wil- “It’s the strongest kind of les- the dawn of a new era through adver- all odds over the weekend. They took liam Locke, the grandfather, urged son we can learn,” said Kelleher. “We sity. the Cabot Invitational from the host the faithful to join hands at a final have emerged stronger,” of the chain One of the game officials said Huskies, 54-30, Friday; and in even time out, then everyone rushed the of events and the locker room session. he didn’t remember Craftsbury being more emotional style against court as time ticked away. “These are the guys we want to be as vocal at an earlier game, not know- Canaan Memorial High, 40-34 in The trophy and game uniform with in the last couple of minutes....” ing the situation. Saturday’s championship, coming were presented to Stephen’s mother. Kelleher credited Stephen Each game of the Cabot classic from behind to score the final seven His step-father, Anthony Boyce, was with coming to him when the Charg- no one took Stephen’s place for the points. close by and Locke introduced Nicole ers struggled 0-5, then starting a six center jump, choosing to ring the cir- The Chargers were rocked by Cochran, the player’s girlfriend. game win streak, the last two for cle. the sudden loss of freshman center Everyone embraced the mother. their fallen comrade. The Chargers controlled a Stephen Willey to a snowmachine First year coach Terry Kelle- “There’s nothing in the hand- slight edge in an increasingly tense accident on his way home Thursday her, who lives in Groton, teaches in book to prepare yourself,” said championship contest from the time evening. (This was the seventh fatal St. Johnsbury and coaches in Crafts- Kelleher, who played parochial foot- it was 14-13 after one, 25-22 at the snowmachine accident in the state bury, addressed the crowd saying, ball in New Jersey, and still takes a break and 30-28 going into the final since the New Year.) “this couldn’t have happened without crouch on the court. “He (Stephen) frame. The Eagles threatened to spoil Memorial services for Stephen them (the family support).” talked all week about winning this the Chargers destiny. Willey will be conducted today in the Kelleher had an extended event.” There were two ties and War Memorial gymnasium on the closed door team meeting with mem- Kelleher urged Stephen to Canaan claimed leads of 32-30 and Craftsbury Academy campus at 10 bers of the family, including the First year coach Terry Kelleher bring his friends to games for support 34-33. a.m. grandfather. The faithful lingered directed Craftsbury Academy and the freshman answered, “these Five separate Chargers scored showing the team’s commitment in Buffeted by a brigade of newly long after the meeting. boys to six straight wins in trying are my friends.” The player’s name minted bright blue T-shirts, many Mike Menard, who didn’t come remained in the pre-printed pro- the final 5:01, holding the Eagles times. gram. scoreless for 2:44. Yes, Menard re- with the player’s number 11 attached out of the game as the only senior (photos by Vanessa Fournier) and painted faces, a large contingent among the Chargers, made the most “As much heartbreak as there mained the go-to-guy despite his from town travelled down routes 14 powerful statement. is,” Kelleher continued, “everyone emotions and fatigue. to 15 to Cabot village. By the end it “Mainly he was my brother,” show him how much we still love him. supported us in our time of need and Slight of stature, but not heart Stephen Willey, 11, dribbles past a defender at the Craftsbury War resembled a revival. There was not a said the point guard and motor of the “Hopefully, it brings the town hopefully we did the same for the and love for his buddy, Menard broke Memorial gym last month. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) dry eye. Chargers, leading Craftsbury with together, substantially,” Menard entire community. There was no away at 5:01. He didn’t back down A grandfather led the cheers — 13 points. “We played for him, just to said in almost reverent fashion. “It’s question we would play. The girls See CRAFTSBURY, Page Nine

Cheering Section Showing their Charger pride and colors from left are Cheyenne Benway, Kyle Adams, Alex Vetere, Eric Menard, Matt Allen, Josh Coville and Mael Lescouezec. (photo by Vanessa Fournier)

Moment Of Silence Prior to Friday’s game at Cabot, Craftsbury Academy players stand for a moment of silence in honor of their deceased teammate Stephen Willey. From left: coach Terry Kelleher, Mike Menard, James Clark, Frank Spiese, Anthony Putvain, Justin Atwood, Nick Sergiev, Andrew Marckres, Jason Martin, assistant coach Jason Allen. (photo by Vanessa Fournier)

First, A Stop Cross Country Skiing Common Games, Marathons Set For French Fries, by Dave Morse it up with a 7-second victory over Hunt, 1:08.4. CRAFTSBURY — Entries UVM’s Caitlin Patterson, 47:45- Matt Piper of the CNSC, 72nd have surpassed 800 for the three days 47:52 the second day. Brennan was in the free style, posted a 1:06.56 for of the combined Craftsbury Mara- third at 15-Ks. Paul Smith’s. Then A Moose thon and newly minted Common The St. Lawrence event at the Numerous women from Ver- Games of Jan. 28-29-30 hosted by the Olympic venues surrounding Lake mont had strong showings. all that, being the transport driver Craftsbury Outdoor Center, and soft Placid saw four freshmen with CNSC Johannah Luddington had a high of who delivers the cars from stop to snow falling. credentials make their first carnival seventh at 5-K, 16:27.6; and a 26, 10- stop. After Daytona, he will head The Common Games under starts, finishing both events for men. K, 52:02.3, for SLU. Jennie Bender The out to California and LasVegas flood lights on the Common will fea- In the men’s 10-K classic, Jake was 14-25 for UVM. with specific machinery for ture family fun of snowshoeing, sled Barton climbed to 28th for Colby The top 10 in the two-day, four separate tracks before everyone pulling, etc. from 5 to 6 p.m. the first College in 30:21.5. Other first time event meet were, Dartmouth, 957; Morse catches up with him. day. The Common Games are new starters from the CNSC were, 37. UVM, 849; UNH, 828; Middlebury, “I will not be home for 38 this year and there is a Master’s 10- Ethan Dreissigacker, Dartmouth, 683; Williams, 577; Bates, 552; Col- Code days,” said the JGR veteran. K. 30:42.5; 52. Dan Brodhead, Bates, by, 496; SLU, 483; Harvard, 348; St. Hannan comes from a The much anticipated Onion 32:04.9; 74. Connor Hunt, SLU, Michael’s, 252. Nationwide team of ‘08 that Rogers River Sports dash-for-cash is just 35:23.8. SMC will host the second such by Dave Morse directed to the series champion- what the name suggests with $1,000 Their 20-K finishes were, 30. carnival Jan. 22-23 at Smugglers ship. “He’s a take charge guy and a in prizes posted by the sponsor, Fri- Dreissigacker, 59:57.8; 34. Barton, Notch and Sleepy Hollow (Hunting- winner.” Hannan also called the day, Jan. 29 starting at 6 p.m. on the 1:00.01; 75. Brodhead, 1:08.06; 76. ton). Once the NASCAR Sprint JGR organization as “awesome Common. Cup series unfolds with the and inspirational.” A staple of marathon weekend events in Europe, they are a series of Daytona 500, Feb. 14, teams will Lacquerre led a 50-mile elimination heats up close and per- snowmachine tour that first day be on the road 38 of the next 43 sonal with spectators. Hazen Hoops weeks. and longer ones to keep the team The marathon itself attracts Before that, Davey Rogers, in line. A veteran stock car driver Sign Here an all-star field for distances of 25 starting his first full season as from East Montpelier, Lacquerre Crew chief Davey Rogers, center, of the JGR 18 M&M machine in the and 50-km starting at 9 a.m. Satur- Added Significance crew chief of the M and Ms Toyota has a camp in the area, which is a NASCAR Sprint Cup series gets set to offer autographs Friday in day with over 650 entries already on by Dave Morse lot of zones as the all-stater he is, but Camry 18 thought it would be a major outdoor recreation Island Pond. (photo by Dave Morse) file. HARDWICK — Making up for Tanner Benjamin is having a banner good idea for his team to get away destination year ‘round. John Brodhead, director of ski- lost time, both contingents of Hazen year. for some bonding, and what better “I’m pleased with what we ing at COC, estimates over 125 Union hoop Wildcats will play seven Juniors Ryan Tatro and snip- place than his native Vermont. accomplished,” said Rogers of the volunteers have already signed up to games combined within the next er Adam Whitney are taking their “I want them to know I’m final three races of the ‘09 season The first sessions will be K- to be played the week of Feb. 15. allow the events to run smoothly. week. Time also takes on added sig- places as the next 1-2 punch. here for them,” Rogers, a native of and driver Kyle Busch, who wasn’t one from 11:30 a.m.-1 p. m. and Come out and see these guys play! Conditions are delightful with warm- nificance at mid-season. Hazen has waited since just Marshfield, said at Brighton Post on hand because of other duties in grades two-three, 1:30-3 p.m. each Mike Schaefer is also ing temperatures, possibly making Coach Aaron Hills’ Cats have before Christmas to challenge host 80 American Legion on Friday, forming a truck team for Saturday day. The second set of days will be starting a cross country ski for some shirt-sleeve skiing. been idle 11 days for exams as Hazen U-32 in the finals of the Corey Plan- “and I hope they are here for me.” races. Rogers has been a JGR Feb. 6 and 7, the same times. program Saturday at HES over the Everyone will have the advan- (7-2) tries to protect number 2 in the te Tournament, Monday, Jan. 25 in Rogers brought much of the automotive engineer for 11 1/2 This is Whipple’s eighth Hardwick Trails. Give him a call! tage of electronic timing and Mill VPA D-III rankings at number three East Montpelier at 7:15 p.m. (There team that is responsible for years since his graduation from straight year of offering the clinics — • • — — Village Pottery has been commis- Danville High (9-1) of D-IV this is no JV game). Clarkson and the GM Institute. with Hazen Union varsity players. sioned to develop distinctive prizes. evening at 6/7:30. Everything will have a bear- restoring their Joe Gibbs Racing NOTEBOOK — If Jamie team to prominence. When the team returned The older group gets to play at Olympic Hopeful Sweeps Then it doesn’t get any easier ing on the eventual rankings. The Rogers wasn’t an engineer closer to CANTON, N.Y. — The Olym- “It came about with Joey Monday for a media day at halftime of a future Hazen game. as the Wildcats welcome BFA of Fair- 14-team D-III alinement makes for home he would be on brother pic hopeful Ida Sargent stayed at Lacquerre,” said Rogers, “of a Charlotte, N.C., members learned Tammi Smith and Mike fax in a re-match of last March’s D-III interesting match ups and the add- Davey’s NASCAR team... Willie home and showed everyone how it’s title game Friday at the same times. ed importance of finishing 1-2 for meeting at Thunder Road on Tony Busch was signed to a longterm Baker have complete information Brown, who has a master’s in done in a sweep of the women’s 5 and The third ranked Bullets have shot likely byes. contract extension by JGR. Rogers at HES or Whipple may be reached Stewart’s trip.” Thanks to a physics from Va. Tech, was visiting 15-K women’s events to spark a Dart- off to an 8-3 start just behind the Cats The remainder of the division is thought to have a two year at 595-0439 or e-mail. number of sponsors, “we came with with his fiance from Bozeman, mouth domination of the opening St. and everyone is chasing undefeated entering the week is: Leland and contract. Whipple estimates between just what’s on our backs.” Mont., father Mike and brother, Lawrence University winter carni- Lake Region Union, 10-0. Gray, 7-3; Winooski, 7-4; Green Rogers’ father, also Dave, a 80 and 100 have turned out for The team hopped on a Ben, also a master’s degree val over the weekend. The Bullets exploded against Mountain, 6-5; Randolph, 6-4; Thet- Marshfield used car dealer, called each session over the years. charter at 8:30 a.m. that first day candidate, over the holidays... Sargent, a junior co-captain the Rangers in a shocking semi-final ford, 4-5; Poultney, 3-5; Oxbow, 3-5; and did not return until early Busch, “arguably one of the best.” So, Whipple is up to between from the Craftsbury Nordic Ski Club nearly a year ago before the Wildcats Peoples, 2-7; Enosburg, 2-8; Stowe, 600-700 participants in this Eddie Kish paid a visit from Monday. Chicago... Stan Benjamin, who and the Green Racing Project, led a methodically wore down BFA for a 1-7; Northfield, 1-8. community endeavor. He invites first day sweep of the first five by the “We stopped at Al’s French “Pup Basketball” signed Harmie Bove to the-then third crown among five tries in a Nothings Settled K-threes from surrounding towns Big Green followed by the long dis- Fries (where else?),” Rogers Gary Whipple’s free “Pup” Colt 45s (Astros) has passed at decade. The match-ups appear much Coach Gary Bellavance shook and schools to take part. The camp tance to enhance her status as a the same for a re-run. up the Hazen girls’ line-up 11 days related. “They all want to see a Basketball clinics for boys and 95... Lake Region’s dynamic-duo of moose,” far from the maddening girls kindergarten through third is free of charge. possible “discretionary” for next A lot of interest will center in ago at Danville with prescribed re- Richie Hackett and Emmitt month’s Winter Games in Canada. the post between our Billy Boyd and sults, before returning last evening crowds of NASCAR and the grade will be held two weekends Hardwick Elementary School Simpson is said to be headed to endless travel. starting Jan. 30-31 at the is also preparing for its annual Sargent had a 16-second mar- BFA’s Josh Woodward, who kept the at Richford High. Lyndon State. gin over teammate Rosie Brennan, Bob Hannan could relate to Hardwick Elementary School. fifth and sixth grade tournaments Cats at bay for a half before Hazen The 4-4 Wildcats are locked in 15:10-15:26 in the 5-K and followed pulled away, 60-48. Boyd is seeing a See HAZEN, Page Nine The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, January 20, 2010 Page Nine

Graded School Hoops Talbert Brings Home Fourth Place by Will Walters ic start” to the race because the rid- CABOT — Chuck Talbert ers have to run up to their sleds from brought home a fourth place showing about 30 feet and start their engines to his Elm Street home after compet- from a cold engine start. If the motor ing in the vintage snowmobile races doesn’t start on the first pull, said in Pittsburg, N.H., Jan. 9. He says he Talbert, the racer is behind before he believes there were scoring errors is even moving. The athletic start and he took no better than sixth place that can also put the older riders at a out of 19 racers in his class. beginning disadvantage to younger The races are sponsored by the ones. northern New Hampshire snowmo- Talbert said he placed second bile clubs, and are run as a and fourth last year in the two races fundraising event for them. Entries he entered. He said it is the love of the must be a 1973 or earlier snowmo- sport that attracts people, as the bile. This year, over 100 machines prizes are trophies he thought had a ran the races, which are divided into $10 retail value. He did not go to all classes based on the size of the en- the races last year because some gine. came during sugaring season. He Talbert entered with a 1971 and his father run a sugar shack on 340 Skidoo TNT single cylinder en- Bothfeld Hill Road. gine. This is his third year of racing. There is a “fair amount of folks Last year, he entered with his from Vermont. I hang out with these father, Ken, who rode a 1972 Skidoo guys from Groton,” said Talbert. He TNT with a 292 cc engine. The elder said people come from as far away as Returns To Ring Hardwick’s Brianca Chapin, 4, is hounded by Talbert wanted to race a snowmobile Pennsylvania. Woodbury Bears, Marah Kreis, Alexis McGary, George Woods, 37, of Hardwick, would be in the master’s division of since 1971, and decided he had to do Talbert said the remaining the Vermont Golden Gloves., Saturday, Jan. 23 if there is an oppo- 16, and Kagan Beachum, 3. it soon. He turned 70 soon after last races, all in New Hampshire, are Feb. year’s race. 3 in Lisbon, Feb. 6 in Colebrook, Feb. nent. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) Talbert said there is an “athlet- 20 in Erroll and Feb 23 in Northwood. Derek Richardson, of Hardwick Elementary and Craftsbury's Noah Coville race to the hoop. one of his own, 39-34; and sophomore Craftsbury Andrew Marckres finished the scor- Continued From Page Eight ing. at 0:15.9. Backcourt TO Baseline inside or out. Jason Martin, a soph- •••• by Dave Morse omore workhorse off the glass, who Craftsbury claimed an opening contributed 12 points, then dropped round triumph over the host Hus- one of two free throws. kies, 54-30, behind the balance of Looking For A Fight Northeast auto racing and the found- Ashten Stringer gave Canaan Martin (18), Clark (14) and Marckres ing of the initial ACT Invitational. its first lead, 32-30, since it was, 13- (11). HARDWICK — George Ward, 37, would be in the USA masters di- Brian Hoar captured his sixth 12 Eagles and 2:38 in the first. “The entire town was here,” ACT career title and Jean Paul Cyr Canaan came out, 13-5, but Menard vision if the Vermont Golden Gloves commented Billie Marcotte, host the Thunder Road “King of the Road” stepped up quickly for a three. Cabot AD. can line up fight. As of earlier this crown. Donnie Yates of North Mont- The Chargers took hold after “They (the Chargers) played week, there are no other entries in the 2:31 of the fourth... first it was James with heart, courage, fire and dedica- 140-pound division for the rookie pelier was the Warrior champion at Clarke, as Menard broke up an in- tion,” said Regina Quinn of Friday at from the Hardwick Amateur Boxing Thunder Road. bounds pass, 35-34; Nick Sergiev, Saturday’s introductions and anoth- Club. 37-34, at 1:08; Martin made a free er moment of silence amid black The first of three successive Appreciation Days throw, 38-34, 0:48.6; Clarke canned armbands. Saturday nights of fights is sched- JAY/WAITSFIELD — Jay The Chargers (6-5), now uled for Jan. 23 at the Burlington Peak and VAST are offering separate ranked ninth in the 22-team VPA D- Memorial Auditorium at 7:30. military appreciation programs for IV standings, will have what should Armand Gellineau, the HABC the families of those deployed around Hazen be an equally emotional homecoming trainer, lists Adam West of Wolcott the world. Continued From Page Eight this evening against the number five as another possibility. Steven Royce At Jay, the ski resort is giving Twinfield Union Trojans (9-3). the middle of D-III, which again pro- has withdrawn. Ben Morley, the ‘09 season passes to families of the de- Cabot couldn’t keep up with duces a most difficult second round 165-pound runner up for HABC, is ployed from Franklin, Orleans, if they are to advance. This is an 18- the UCA Crusaders, bowing, 39-17, in the consolation. entered under the Burke Mountain Caledonia and Lamoille counties team division with 16 eligible for Club. with a discount on equipment. Go to playoffs. www.jaypeakresort.com for com- A two-game homestand right Hardwick’s Marguerite Martin, left, and Tay- Hardwick Elementary Bobcat Alex Schaefer, ACT/Thunder Road plete information. now — tomorrow in a return of Peo- At the Kenyon Farm fields, lor Abbott of Cabot, lock hands. left, and Cabot’s Robert Nally keep their eyes ples Academy (6/7:30 p.m.) and the SOUTH BURLINGTON — Waitsfield, Saturday, Jan. 30, VAST (photos by Vanessa Fournier) on the ball. Stowe Raiders, Saturday, Jan. 23, (7 SPORTS Craftsbury’s Mike Martin (Street p.m./no JV game) — could be critical. Stocks) and Ken Christman of Cabot will offer free guided and self-guid- Defending champion Lake Re- (Warriors) shared Ed Carroll Memo- ed tours of the Mad River Valley from gion (minus Hannah Kinsey, but CALENDAR rial sportsman awards Saturday at 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Call ahead at 1-802- with Abbey Lalime going over 1,000) the annual ACT/Thunder Road ban- 229-0005. and D-II defector Montpelier, are College Basketball quet at the Sheraton Hotel. both 9-2. Oxbow Union, 9-3; Twin Men & Women Tucker Williams was the rook- Recertification Valley, 10-2; and Northfield, 7-2. Tue., Jan. 26 ie achievement award winner. MORRISVILLE — Dave Bar- They are all capable of taking over Lyndon at Johnson, Seth Leavitt of WCAX was pre- ra, the Vermont USSF the top spot. 5:30/7:30 p.m. sented the inaugural Pete Hartt administrator, will recertify soccer The remainder of the rankings Memorial award for press coverage. officials, Sunday, Jan. 24 at the Mor- by index points are: Windsor, 8-4; Boys Basketball Troy Germain received the Ken Squi- ristown Elementary School. For BFA/Fairfax, 7-3; Green Mountain, Wed., Jan. 20 complete information, contact Bar- 9-3; Thetford, 6-5; Mill River, 6-7; Twinfield at Craftsbury, 7 p.m. er Award for his contributions. Enosburg Falls, 5-5; Peoples, 4-7; Hazen at Danville, 6/7:30 p.m. The 41st annual MacTavish ra at Leland and Gray, 3-7; Stowe, 2-9; Fri., Jan. 22 Award went to New Hampshire Mo- [email protected]. Randolph, 2-11; Winooski, 2-9; MSJ, BFA/Fairfax at Hazen, 6/7:30 p.m. torsports Park for support of 1-9. Sat., Jan. 23 Twinfield at Cabot, 1/2:30 p.m. Concord at Craftsbury, 1 p.m. Mon., Jan. 25 Corey Plante Tournament Finals Hazen at U-32, 7:15 p.m. Buying (No JV game). ~ Since 1984 ~ Tue., Jan. 26 Craftsbury at Canaan, 6:30 p.m. We care for them all, large and small! Wed., Jan. 27 used Hazen at Northfield, 6/7:30 p.m. Horses, dairy cows, beef cattle, llamas, Girls Basketball goats, pigs, sheep, alpacas, dogs, cats . . . Tue., Jan. 19 guns Hazen at Danville, late Thur., Jan. 21 • Veterinary medicine Peoples at Hazen, 6/7:30 p.m. & surgery Fri., Jan. 22 Cabot at Craftsbury, 7 p.m. • Laser surgery Sat., Jan. 23 • Fellow of the Stowe at Hazen, 7 p.m. Route 15 • Hardwick, VT American Academy (No JV game). of Veterinary 472-5916 Cabot at Concord, 7 p.m. Acupuncture Mon. - Sat. 9-5 ¥ Sun. 9-2 Tue., Jan. 26 Hazen at Enosburg, 5:30/7 p.m. • Chinese Herbal Concord at Twinfield, 5:30/7 p.m. Therapy Williamstown at Cabot, 7 p.m. (Dr. Thompson performing a dental procedure) Craftsbury at Canaan, 5 p.m. 4 on 4 Donald P. Thompson, DVM, FAAVA X-C Skiing 2089 Laporte Road • Route 100, near airport • Morrisville Cabot’s Sadie Marcotte and Dannika Dobrowski, 20, at center, of Twinfield, battle for a loose ball. Others THANKS Jan. 22-23 from left are Caitlin Celley (Cabot), Kayla Potter and Brittany Bickford (TF), Rebecca Rossell and Nell FOR SAYING St. Michael’s Carnival at Phone: (802) 888-4201 • www.aesculapianvet.com McQueeney (Cabot) and Mara Batchelder (TF). (photo by Vanessa Fournier) Smugglers Notch/Sleepy Hollow YOU SAW IT IN Boxing THE Sat., Jan. 23 CVL/D-IV Round Up Vt. Golden Gloves at Burlington, HARDWICK GAZETTE 7:30 p.m. Twinfield Teams Near Top Saturday, by Dave Morse of free throws at the end of regulation for the Huskies. January 30 MARSHFIELD — Twinfield to force overtime as the sophomore Standings Union teams remain ranked two carried the Trojans with 11. Boys VPA D-IV, top 16 — Proc- LEONARD'S starts (girls) and five (boys) in D-IV by the Blue Mountain Union proved tor, 9-0; Williamstown, 11-1; VPA at mid-season, which promises a bump in the road for the Trojans, Danville, 9-1; Twin Valley, 7-2; Twin- to be a wide open finish for the play- 50-39, despite 15 by Kayla Potter late field, 8-3; Concord, 8-4; South HEATING SERVICE 11 a.m. offs with more than 16 teams to last week. Royalton, 6-4; BMU, 5-4; Craftsbury, qualify in each group. The Twinfield boys stopped 6-5; Rivendell, 6-6; Rochester, 5-4; SPECIALIZING IN OIL & PROPANE FURNACES • Arrive an hour early at Bryanna duPont enabled the Stowe, 66-43, Saturday to strength- WBCS, 4-5; Sharon, 4-7; West Rut- • Installation • Tune-Ups • Cleanings Leonard Schrum the Elmore Town Hall Trojans (10-2) to maintain second en their hold on fifth. 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Friday, January 29 OUR E-MAILS REGISTRATION/DONATIONS PARTY SPORTS [email protected] From 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. WE COVER River Arts Center, Pleasant St., Morrisville Live Bait Is In! YOUR FAVORITES! [email protected] Live music with Leslie Grant and Friend Saturday & Sunday FREE Refreshments and food provided Ramel Kuney HOURS CALL DAVE AT [email protected] For details on how you can participate, check our website (802) 888-6210 starting at 5:30 a.m. www.morrsivillerotaryclub.org ~ Call for details ~ 472-6521 [email protected] The Hardwick Gazette Proceeds will benefit the Lamoille County Chapter of Habitat for Humanity The Old Fishing Hole 81 Bridge St. #3 Morrisville, VT 05661 Page Ten The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, January 20, 2010

OBITUARIES

STEPHEN C. WILLEY HOWARD F. CATE JEREMIAH EDWARD DAVISON Stephen Willey, 15, of Crafts- HARDWICK — Howard Fred member of the Vermont Beagle Club, JOHNSON — Jeremiah Edward Davison of Morrisville, Carol Graf of bury, died unexpectedly Jan. 14, Cate, 76, of Hardwick, died Wednes- and the Northfield Beagle Club. Davison, 29, died unexpectedly Sun- Florida, and Penny Davison of Flor- day, Jan. 13, 2010 at the Survivors include: his wife, day, Jan. 17, 2010 at Copley Hospital ida; and Jeremiah’s family of 2010. Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical cen- Sharon, of Hardwick; two sons, Rob- in Morrisville. He was born June 18, Lamoille Ambulance Service, Morris- He was the beloved son of Jessi- ter in Lebanon, N.H. ert Cate of Epsom, N.H., and Brian 1980, in Burlington, the son of Cecil town Rescue and the Hyde Park Fire ca Locke and Anthony Boyce of He was born July 5, 1933, in Cate of New Hampshire; three step- Edward and Sarah Alice Grimes Department. He was predeceased by Craftsbury and Kevin Willey and Manchester, N.H., the son of the late children, Laurie Ann Mason of Davison. his mother, Sarah Alice Davison; Shannon Daniels of Irasburg. He at- Howard B. and Mildred (Burbank) Albany, Beverly O’Neill of Hardwick Jeremiah was quite active in his grandfather Joe Davison; step- tended Craftsbury Schools where he Cate. He attended Webster and Cen- and Clifton Bisson-Ward of Walden; community and helped anyone who grandfather Dean Skinner and an was a freshman. tral Manchester public schools. a sister, Shirley Cate of New Hamp- needed assistance. He was a manag- uncle, David Davison. Stephen was an avid outdoors- He entered the U.S. Army in July shire; grandchildren and five er and EMT for Lamoille Ambulance Funeral services will be held Fri- man, whether it was hunting, 1954. He served his country in Ger- step-grandchildren; four step-great- Service. He also volunteered for Mor- day, Jan. 22, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the fishing, trapping or being at the race many and was honorably discharged grandchildren; and several nieces ristown Rescue and was a member Hyde Park V.F.W. Visitations will be track. His love for the game was un- in June 1956. and nephews. of the Hyde Park Fire Department Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 4-6:30 p.m. deniable. He enjoyed working on the He was first married to Edith All services will be held at a later and the Hyde Park Fast Squad. He at the White-Fiess Funeral Home, farm and loved to be out on his snow- Hardy Cate. She died in 1991 and he date at the convenience of the fami- began working at Morristown Res- 165 Brooklyn St. and Thursday, Jan. mobile with friends and family. later married Sharon Lee Fisk Ward ly. cue while he was still in high school. 21 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. at the home of He is survived by his parents as in Raymond, N.H., on July 4, 2000. In lieu of flowers, contributions He was awarded the Community Gannell Bocash, 30 Garfield Rd., well as his dear sister, Savanah Howard was employed in the con- in his memory may be made to Space Service Award upon his graduation Hyde Park. Boyce; grandparents who loved him crete and landscaping business for Town Beagle Club, c/o Richard from Peoples Academy. He attend- In lieu of flowers, contributions in dearly, William and Judy Locke, many years. He retired in the early Houde, 14 West Side Dr., Box 344, ed Champlain College. Jeremiah Jeremiah’s memory may be made to Pam and Reg Allen, Nate and Mary Stephen C. Willey 1990s. He was a profes- Atkinson, NH 03833 or to the Ver- was an Eagle Scout and was a mem- Make-A-Wish Foundation, 100 Dor- Jo Willey, and Albert and Judy sional beagle handler and trainer, an mont Beagle Club, c/o Rick Hall, 2201 ber of the Explorers. He attended the Jeremiah Edward Davison set St., Suite 14, S. Burlington, VT Boyce; great-grandparents David and friends who will not let him be avid fisherman and hunter. He en- Brush Wood Rd., Pike, NH 03780, or National Explorers Conference in 05403 and Morristown Rescue, P.O. and Audrey Reed, Everett and Alice forgotten. joyed hearing the dogs run and was to the Northfield Beagle Club, c/o Washington, D.C., in 1998. He vol- favorite driver was Greg Biffle. Box 424, Morrisville, VT 05661. Wiley, Nancy and Gordie Eldreed, A memorial service will be held inducted into the Large Pack Beagle Robert Sweet, P.O. Box 292, West unteered with the Toys for Tots drive Jeremiah is survived by his wife, and Everett and Mary Boyce; Aunt at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20 at the Hall of Fame in November 2005. He Fairlee, VT 05983. in Lamoille County and participat- Amanda Patch Davison; children Nonna, Unc, Brandon and Blair Craftsbury Academy Gymnasium, was a licensed judge for the Ameri- Arrangements are under the di- ed in the Penguin Plunge for Special Donald Audet, Micheal Davison and Locke, Auntie Amanda and Matt, Craftsbury Common, with Rev. Alan can Kennel Club and belonged to rection of Dian R. Holcomb of Olympics. Satie Audet, all of Johnson; his fa- Uncle Wayne, Kristie and Karina Parker officiating. three kennel clubs, which include: a Northern Vermont Funeral Service, Jeremiah was very proud of his ther, Cecil Davison, of Newport; CARDS OF Willey, Dawn, Lucien and Matthew Contributions may be made to charter member of the Space Town 60 Elm St., Hardwick. Native American heritage, which he sisters June and Janis Davison of Mason, David Daniels, Amanda the Stephen C. Willey Memorial Beagle Club in Raymond, N.H., a life enjoyed researching, as well as read- Hardwick; grandmother Beverly THANKS Daniels, Donna Daniels and Chris Fund, c/o The Union Bank, P.O. Box ing and following politics. He Skinner of Morrisville; his father-in- Daniels. He also leaves his girlfriend 667, Morrisville, VT 05661. organized paint ball competitions law and mother-in-law, Richard and $10.00 Nichole Cochran and his best friend The Malcolm R. Davis Funeral ERNEST B. SWANSON and flag football games at PA during Lucy Patch, of Hyde Park; sister-in- Mike Menard, who will miss him Home of Craftsbury Common is in HARDWICK — Ernest Birger friends. the summers. Jeremiah enjoyed deer law Melissa Lacasse of Eden; and Up to 3 inches dearly, as well as many other family charge of arrangements. Swanson, 65, of Hardwick, died Survivors include: a sister, Car- hunting with Sonny, Erton and Julie, brother-in-law Richard Patch Jr., of in length, payable Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010 at the St. ol Johnson and her husband, as well as many cousins and friends. Colchester; grandmother (in-law) in advance of Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Stanley, of West Hartford, Conn.; a Jeremiah liked to help his father at Gannell Bocash; aunts and uncles Center. nephew, Peter Johnson and his wife, the gun show each year. He also en- Richard Grimes and Debbie Earle of publication. He was born May 24, 1944, in Lori, of Bristol, Conn., and a niece, joyed the Head Start outings with the Moretown, Erton and Sandy Grimes Send your Serving Your Community For Over 50 Years Hartford, Conn., the son of the late Jenny St. John and her husband, children. Jeremiah enjoyed following of Eden, Julie and Dennis Landry of card of thanks Ernest and Virginia (Vicino) Swan- Travis, of East Hartford, Conn.; a football, baseball and NASCAR. His Eden, Cathy and Terry Judkins of and payment to: son. great-niece, Hailey Johnson, of Bris- favorite teams were the Oakland Hyde Park; Marilyn Davison and He was in the U.S. Army and tol, Conn., and two great-nephews, Raiders, the Boston Red Sox and his Chuck Cusha of Hardwick, Myron The Hardwick Gazette honorably discharged from active Nathan Johnson of Bristol, Conn., duty. and Dylan St. John of East Hartford, P.O. Box 367 He was employed by the South- Conn.; as well as many cousins and Hardwick, VT 05843 ern New England Telephone Co. in friends. Hartford, Conn. He purchased land Funeral Services will be held on Expert and thoughful assistance with all funeral prearrangements in Vermont and built his own home. Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010 at 1 p.m., the Northern Vermont and trust funds. Affordable cremations also a part of our services. Following his retirement he became Touch of Grace Assembly of God a Vermont resident. Church in East Hardwick with the The Hardwick Gazette Ernest was a member of the Rev. Ernest Chaves officiating. Funeral Service des GROSEILLIERS Emanuel Lutheran Church in Hart- In lieu of flowers, contributions ford and the Touch of Grace in his memory may be made to the 60 Elm St. ¥ Hardwick, VT 05843 Funeral Homes Assembly of God Church in East charity of one’s choice. 802-472-6861 John des Groseilliers Hardwick. He loved the Vermont Arrangements are under the di- HARDWICK 1-800-220-5541 JOHNSON woods, his dogs and outdoor activi- rection of Dian R. Holcomb of Dian R. Holcomb PRENEED ties such as: hunting, fishing, skiing Northern Vermont Funeral Service, Funeral Director 472-5541 635-2606 and scuba diving. Other enjoyments 60 Elm St., Hardwick. PLANNING include: Italian food and visiting with

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Cuts included in the per-equalized pupil president of the Craftsbury Teachers Continued From Page One costs, according to Marckres. Association and “there is a readiness When the bond question was board, we are discussing scenario 2 on the staff’s part to take on differ- Are you feeling unsafe or brought to the voters in November, ent kinds of responsibilities without to be respectful of the per-pupil costs, the board projected a 25 cent drop in student teacher ratios, and class siz- compromising programs.” the tax rate providing Craftsbury’s Marckres said the board had to set controlled by your partner? es. We had to reduce the FTEs.” common level of appraisal remained Young said, “My concern is with a budget the town could live with, and the same and a level-funded budget the administration has to make it Call AWARE for free any reduction, some areas are more was implemented. doable than others. Once we have a work. There is a call to action in Ver- Marckres said the CLA has mont and across the nation to reduce confidential support. number, then we will figure out a way dropped from 87.84 percent to 82.44 to meet it.” educational expenses, she noted. percent, which wiped out half of the “We said a 25 cent reduction and 472-6463 The proposed reduction of staff projected 25-cent drop in tax rate. accelerates the planning process in bringing a 15 cent drop is hard The three-year contract with the enough,” she noted. implementing changes, Young said. Craftsbury Teachers Association ex- “To figure out any grade-level The .1490 reduction in the home- pires at the end of the school year. stead educational tax rate results in configuration, we need to figure out Andrews indicated a “placeholder” how to do it,” he noted in referring to an approximate reduction of $150 per figure has been put into the budget. $100,000 of assessed valuations on class sizes, multi-age groupings, and He reported having spoken to the using faculty members’ multiple cer- homestead (residential) property. Copley trustees were recognized last week at the Annual tifications. Meeting of the corporation. Board chair Jan Roy, left, was “It becomes a necessary strategy joined by Copley Hospital president Mel Patashnick and as opposed to taking a long-term ap- Grants lar menu items, alongside the typ- outgoing board members Sue Sargent and Ken Gibbons. proach on multi-age classrooms or Continued From Page One ical school lunch fare. (courtesy photo) other changes,” he said. According to Tormey, start- Tormey said Cabot principal Young expressed concern of “go- ing in February Vermont FEED Regina Quinn was instrumental in ing too deeply too soon.” will also offer six classes over the writing the grant for the school. “We need to understand how we same number of months to school Tormey added since sister school must change and maintain quality of employees and residents. The Twinfield is also looking for a Farm programs.” to School coordinator, there is a In presenting the two scenarios, classes will have two focuses: www.accreditedhearing.com there will be cooking lessons us- possibility one person may be able Andrews said it wasn’t an easy deci- to handle both schools, but she said sion to look at reductions in staff. He ing seasonal ingredients, some of each school has its own needs and The Hardwick Gazette said a modest carryover is projected which the adults might not be from the current budget, which in- familiar with preparing; and giv- approaches. ~ Since 1889 ~ cluded over $150,000 for building ing educators ideas on how to Twinfield teacher Betsy Ziegler Celebrating 120 Years! repairs, installation of a sprinkler integrate food into school curric- organized the grant application for SUBSCRIBE to the Gazette! system, and code compliance renova- ulum. her school. She said the coordina- tions. Both schools tried different tor Twinfield hires will concentrate With the passage of a $3,000,000 methods of exposing students to largely on a healthy snacks pro- bond vote in November, costs for the local foods. Last year, for in- gram for the K-six grade level. She WARNING proposed building repairs and reno- stance, Twinfield purchased an also echoed Tormey’s sentiment vations can be covered by the zero entire cow from an area farm to that taste tests are a valuable way For a Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget of the percent bond issue. Marckres said an supply beef for the cafeteria. And of exposing students’ taste buds to Lamoille Regional Solid Waste Management District. approximate $187,500 bond repay- Cabot School kicked off its Sep- offerings not considered de rigueur ment in the first year would be backed tember back-to-school festivities in the cafeteria. Public school food out of per-equalized-pupil expendi- with a taste-testing feast, a way service programs rely heavily on PIANO TUNING The Legislative bodies of the Member Towns and all tures. If the bond vote had not passed, of introducing students to new USDA-supplied products to stock Enjoy playing your piano even more when it's well tuned. the tax rate would have increased 52 other interested persons are hereby warned and notified flavors that might become regu- their pantries; government-subsi- cents as building repairs would be dized food will still be on the menu. David Gaillard to meet at the Morristown Town Offices – Tegu Building, “We will still continue to use Tuning • Service • Repair Morrisville, on Tuesday, February 9, 2010, at 7 p.m. to USDA food,” Ziegler said, “but we’ll P.O. Box 473 • Hardwick, VT 05843 have this (Farm to School program) 802-472-3205 transact the following business: Hazen Union School as a way to highlight local food.” To hear a presentation of the Annual Budget for Spring 2010 Vacancy the Fiscal Year 2011 (7/1/2010 - 6/30/2011) of the TRACK and FIELD COACH LRSWMD. Resume/references to: CENTRAL VERMONT ADULT BASIC EDUCATION, INC. To receive comments from the Legislative bodies John Sperry, Athletic Director ~~~Local Partnerships in Learning~~~ of the Member Towns and hear all other interested Hazen Union School Serving Lamoille, Washington and Orange Counties persons regarding the proposed budget. P.O. Box 368, Hardwick, VT 05843 www.cvabe.org 802-472-6511 ext. 140 or [email protected] Dated at Morrisville, Vermont, January 12, 2010. Successful candidate will complete the Criminal Records pro- cess. Teacher/Community Coordinator Ruth Leithead Victor Ehly for CVABE's program in Lamoille County. Exciting position; full-time, good benefits. Candidates must have the EOE ability to provide individualized instruction for adults and teens as well as the capacity for conducting ongoing District Clerk District Chairperson outreach. Organizing for lively community involvement supporting student success, volunteer management and program enrichment are essential activities in the job. CVABE is a community-based, nonprofit organization serving the residents of Lamoille County for over 40 years. Executive Director Hundreds of Central Vermonters enroll annually at CVABE for help to improve basic literacy skills, to pursue WARNING The Lamoille Family Center seeks a full-time executive options for a high school credential, to learn English as another language and to prepare for work and college. LAKEVIEW UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 43 director to lead the organization in its mission to affirm the Submit resume, cover letter and list of references by January 25, 2010, to: ANNUAL MEETING right of all children to grow up in an environment that enables them to become healthy adults by educating, Executive Team THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2010 encouraging and celebrating families. The executive Central Vermont Adult Basic Education, Inc. The legal voters of Lakeview Union District No. 43 consisting of director, in partnership with the board of directors, a management team and thirty 46 Washington St., Ste. 100 staff will carry out the strategic goals of the organization. Responsibilities include Barre, VT 05641 the Greensboro Town School District and the Stannard Town School managing personnel and fiscal operations, assuring compliance with all state and District, Vermont, are hereby warned to meet at the Lakeview Union federal regulations, maintaining regional and statewide community relations, and School in the Town of Greensboro, Vermont, on Thursday, Febru- assessing organizational needs and implementing improvements. ary 18, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., to act on the following articles: Qualifications: Masters Degree in human services, education, administration or a related field or a Bachelor's Degree with extensive experience in nonprofit Article 1: To elect a Moderator. management. Experience in management of personnel-human resources, fiscal Article 2: To elect a Clerk. operations and program development-implementation. Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills. Additional consideration will be given to candidates who Article 3: To elect a Treasurer. The Hardwick Gazette have a working knowledge of nonprofit management. Article 4: To elect one Auditor for a term of 3 years. Competitive salary and benefit package. Send cover letter and resume by January Article 5: To determine what compensation shall be paid to the 30, 2010, to: Search Committee, Lamoille Family Center, 480 Cadys Falls Road, CLASSIFIED officers of the district. Morrisville, VT 05661, or e-mail to [email protected]. The Lamoille Family Center is a United Way Community Partner Article 6: To see if the voters of the Lakeview Union School Dis- trict No. 43 will approve the proposed budget which contains the DEADLINE: MONDAY AT NOON - PAID IN ADVANCE necessary amounts to defray school district expenses. CLASSIFIEDS MAY NOT BE SUBMITTED BY PHONE Article 7: To see if the voters of said Lakeview Union School Dis- Town of Hyde Park trict No. 43 will authorize its Board of Directors to borrow money meat, eggs, woodcrafts. Open year around, Zoning Administrator FOR RENT EMPLOYMENT W - Sun. 9-5. E. Calais, VT. 802-456- pending the receipt of payments from the member districts and 8802. (1-20) state funds as provided in Title 16 of the Vermont Statutes. The Town of Hyde Park is seeking a highly motivated HARDWICK: Two bedroom, wood floors, ARE YOU OUT THERE? Lamoille Home off street parking, close to town, $750.00 Health & Hospice is seeking a full time RN. individual to work in a very busy team-oriented FIREWOOD for sale. Log length, clean - Article 8: To transact any other business. municipal office. The duties of this position include everything included. Black Ink Property This may be your chance to be challenged Management, (802)-223-8965. (12-16 533-2625. (2-3) Article 9: To adjourn. all aspects in the regulation and administration of by the variety of patients we serve; stretch TFN) your clinical skills; enjoy autonomy and Town and Village Zoning as well as report to and Dated at Greensboro this 17th day of December, A.D. 2009. become a lap top wizard. Weekend work attend the meetings of the Hyde Park Select Board, SERVICES Barbara Howard NICE HARDWICK APTS. - Two-bedroom required. Interested at all? Call Tammy at the meetings of the Hyde Park Planning Commission units, freshly painted. Rent includes heat, 802-888-4651 or email [email protected]. (1- ALEX HINSON - Heating oil - Kerosene Janet Newman and the Development Review Board. The candidate should water, sewer, trash, snow removal: from 20) - Furnace Cleanings - 24 Hour Burner Wanda Niemi have 2-5 years experience in a municipal office with $550 to $585/mo. Contact Alliance Service - Good Prices. Fast Services. Property Management, Inc. for more HOME SWEET HOME - It’s where folks Christine LeBeau an AS in accounting or business management or have 563-2042. (3-31) Lance Hall the equivalent in work experience. This is a part- information at 802-899-3400. One year want to spend their golden years. You can time, 25 hours per week position with the possibility lease required. Equal Opportunity/Fair make this wish come true with part-time School Directors, Lakeview Union School District No. 43 ALL TYPES ROOFING and Roof Shoveling. of going full-time. The Town of Hyde Park is willing Housing. (1-20) work as a Personal Care Attendant. Sherral Lumsden, Clerk, Lakeview Union School District #43 Everyday household tasks from running Call Jim 586-2251. (3-31) to provide training to the successful candidate. HARDWICK VILLAGE - One bedroom errands to folding clothes fill your time and Please send resume by Feb. 12, 2010, to the Hyde Park SNOW SHOVELING, $15 per hour, 1 hour - new sheetrock and paint, clean, first leave you feeling good about what you do. Town Clerk, P.O. Box 98, Hyde Park, VT 05655. minimum. Call 802-533-2245, leave mes- floor location on Church St. Domestic Lamoille Home Health & Hospice, 802- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE sage. (1-20) hot water included, LP gas heat and 888-4651 or [email protected]. (1-27) HERBICIDE USE NOTIFICATION utilities by tenant. $475/month. 802- Vermont utilities maintain electric line rights-of-way with several methods, including the selective use of herbicides on trees and 244-6465. (1-20) brush. They also encourage low-growing shrubs and trees which will crowd tall-growing species and, thus, minimize the use of FOR SALE Classifieds herbicides. The application of herbicides may start as early as April 1. Requests to utilities for notice by mail, however, must DirecTV, free $100 Visa Card, free 6 be made by February 15. Sterling Area Services, Inc. HARDWICK VILLAGE - On Church St. months HD, free shipping, $26 off 12 The Public Service Board requires Vermont utilities to carry out vegetation management techniques which allow maintenance of Work! electrical systems in a cost-efficient manner. - remodeled 2 bedroom, 2 bath months, local retailer, Jost Electronics 888- Home Providers: We have several vacancies for people and/ apartment, repainted, bright & clean. 5678. (11-25 TFN) The types of herbicide treatment used to keep utility lines clear are: stump, injection, basal, soil and foliar. These are the common methods used, although they may not all be used by the utility in your town. Landowners have the options of requesting or families willing to share their homes with individuals who LP gas heat and electric by tenant. herbicide treatment on cut stumps only, or that no herbicide be used at all. In the latter case, an administrative fee would have to have developmental disabilities or traumatic brain injuries. $750/month. 802-244-6465. (1-20) FOR SALE: Ladies medium size snowmo- be paid to the utility. Only electric utility rights-of-way which have tall-growing tree species with the potential of threatening the bile suit and mittens. Very warm. Would electric utility system are treated. These positions offer generous tax-free stipends, training HARDWICK: 4 Bedroom Town House like $40.00. 472-8317. (1-20) THANKS Utilities advertise by radio and newspaper prior to herbicide applications on all lines. Lines usually are treated only once in a and case management/service coordination support. four- to six-year period depending on the specific management cycle of the utility. Please check with your utility regarding the Apartment For Rent. Fully applianced. FOR SAYING YOU SAW IT IN • Female 23 years old loves arts and crafts and prefers indi- STILBROKE FARM FAMILY MARKET. cycle of a particular line. Utilities included. $1,000.00/mo. 401-245- THE HARDWICK GAZETTE Some utilities use metal letters and numbers on distribution and transmission line poles. Other use them only on transmission vidualized attention would like a home in Wolcott or sur- 8765. (1-27) Pottery, jams, pickles, grassfed Beefalo lines. The letters, such as V.E.C. (Vermont Electric Co-operative), or V.E.L.C.O. (Vermont Electric Power Company), are not rounding towns. Minimal day support and some respite avail- found on every pole. A check of several poles on a line should aid you in determining whether poles are marked and which utility is the owner. able. Persons owning or occupying land within 1,000 feet of a utility right-of-way may request in writing that the utility notify • Male 29 years old who likes to socialize and enjoys most then individually my mail anytime, but at least 30 days prior to treatment of the line with herbicides. The landowner or outdoor activities. This would be his weekend home from CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENT resident is responsible for contacting the utility, in writing, to request placement on the mailing list. The utility should be provided with sufficient information as to the exact location of the residence and land. It is the duty of each landowner or Friday afternoon - Monday afternoon. Friday and Monday resident to make the utility aware of the location of any potentially affected water supply, and any environmentally sensitive day support is available. Classified ads must be paid in advance. The charge is 25¢ per word; $5.00 minimum charge areas where herbicide application ought to be avoided. per week; $2 additional charge per week for border. Classified tear sheets are $2.00 each. CONTACT YOUR ELECTRIC UTILITY WITH QUESTIONS OR SUBMIT THE COUPON PROVIDED • Female 57 years old with a need for help in and out of a If you have further questions, contact: wheelchair who enjoys watching people, beaded jewelry and DEADLINE FOR CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS IS MONDAY AT NOON Plant Industry Division, Agency of Agriculture Consumer Affairs and Public Information Phil Benedict, Director Department of Public Service eating out. Would like a second home located between the - PAID IN ADVANCE. ¥ CLASSIFIEDS MAY NOT BE SUBMITTED BY PHONE. 116 State St., Montpelier, VCT 05602 112 State St., Montpelier, VT 05602 St. Albans and Morrisville areas. 1-802-828-2431 1-800-622-4496 or 1-800-828-2811 • Male 57 years old needs a home located between St. COUPON FOR PERSONAL REQUEST Johnsbury and Hardwick every other week. No day support AD TO READ AS FOLLOWS Name Town/City of Affected Property or respite but may spend some time alone. Can take care of Street Address Telephone Number (Home) personal needs and household activities independently but Town (Work) needs a strong role model and lots of encouragement. State Zip Code O.K. to use Work Number: Yes ❏ No ❏ • Two homes may possibly be needed in the Richmond and Electric Account Number Best Time to Call If you feel you and your home is a good match for any of Property of Concern: ❏ Year-round Residence ❏ Summer Residence ❏ Commercial Property these individuals, please call 802-888-7602 and ask for a ❏ Water Supply ❏ Land ❏ Other Request for Consideration application. Line and Pole Identification: Utility Initials Numbers Qualified candidates will have completed high school or GED Number of weeks to run Amount enclosed Sorry, NO REFUNDS. We need all of this information in order to determine if you qualify for personal notification. If information is unobtainable, equivalent, hold a valid VT Drivers License, maintain a reli- please state why. Use an extra sheet of paper if you need more space. able and insured vehicle. Extensive background checks will MAIL TO: The Hardwick Gazette ¥ P.O. Box 367 ¥ Hardwick, Vermont 05843. 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Breeder Fontaine and Shatney had a chance 2005 SUBARU LEGACY, 2.5i, 4 dr., auto., sedan., a.c., c.c., p.w., p.l., blue, 76k ..... $ 8,995 is renewing the operating license of the Vermont Continued From Page One to catch a rodeo show and see some 2005 SUBARU OUTBACK, SW, 5-spd., a.c., c.c., p.w., p.l., Champagne, 87k ..... $ 9,500 floor was bedded down with straw “bull riding.” 2005 SUBARU OUTBACK, SW, auto., a.c., c.c., p.w., p.l., Champagne, 91k .. $ 9,550 Yankee nuclear power plant, a clean, low-cost and and shavings. Inside, 1,700-pound By Monday afternoon, he report- 2004 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK, auto., a.c., c.c., p.w., p.l., green, 99k $ 7,995 Grand Champion Bull, “Cinnamon ed they were 100 miles from Denver, 2004 SUBARU BAJA, auto., a.c., c.c., p.w., p.l., blue, 106k ...... $ 8,900 reliable energy source. Bear,” munched on hay. The red bull, sunny skies, and still “driving over 2002 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK, auto., a.c., c.c., p.w., p.l., red, 103k .. $ 8,985 calved April 10, 2007, was described the plains.” The AHCA auction will 2002 SUBARY LEGACY L, SW, 5 spd., a.c., c.c., p.w., p.l., new clutch, maroon, 135k ..... $ 4,995 by veterinarian Jim Welch as one of be held on Saturday, Jan. 23. the best Highland bulls he has ever He explained when the animals 1999 SUBARU LEGACY L SEDAN, 2,2m 5 spd., roof, wing, alloys, 102k, white ... SOLD Vermont Yankee’s affordable electricity helps all seen (The Bagpipe, Winter, 2010). walk into the show ring, not a strand 2008 DODGE CALIBER SE, fwd, 2.0, 4-cyl., auto. 46k, black ...... $ 8,995 Cinnamon Bear garnered three 2003 FORD TAURUS SE, 6-cyl., auto., 124k, black ...... SOLD of our state’s businesses, from dairy farmers to of their long, shaggy hair will be out grand championships in 2009: The of place. Special shampoos and 2006 FORD F-150, 4X4, REGULAR CAB, STX,4.8, auto., white ...... $13,500 York Fair in Pennsylvania, Keystone the ski and tourism industries to Vermont’s brushes are used for grooming. SUBARU'S YEAR ROUND! International Livestock Expo, and Shatney says, “I liked going to the FINANCING AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED BUYERS manufacturers and high-tech companies. These Northeast Highland Cattle Associa- fairs but never though I would be tion Fall Show. His pedigree touts a going to Colorado.” DENTON AUTO INC. industries provide jobs for hard-working long line of champions. In 1998 when his aging parents 2200 Wild Branch Road, Craftsbury, VT 05826 “Cinnamon Bay,” not shy of her reached a point they couldn’t keep Vermonters. massive frame and elegant horns, their Highlanders, he says Dr. Seq- (802) 586-2828 jumped into the trailer along with uist, a local vet, told him, “You’ve got M-F 7:30-4:30 • Saturday Sales by Appointment three other younger stock. Both to do it.” Feel free to check out our lot weekends! Paul Frascoia “Bay” and “Bear” will be auctioned Shat Acres in Greensboro lies off So help Vermont’s economic recovery and let your President and CEO off. Both are photographed and high- Route 16 and appears to be a hard- of Fab-Tech, Inc. lighted in the AHCA National Sale scrabble old red barn with a steep representative know that you support the ongoing catalog. drive leading up the hillside. Wild Shatney’s prize Highlanders will turkeys gather alongside the shaggy operation of Vermont Yankee. By supporting be among the 18,000 other livestock Highlanders in the field. A long list at the show. In the past, he shipped of champions, cows, calves, and bulls, Vermont Yankee’s clean, affordable and reliable his cattle and flew out, but this year roam and have roamed over the with economic downturns, he was electricity, you are supporting Vermont jobs and rough terrain. A black and white driving. bunny scrambles into the barn and businesses today and in the future. Sunday, Shatney called from St. peeks out under loose hay as “Cinna- Louis to report they spent the night mon Star,” still a youngster, watches in Ohio. The cow and younger stock curiously. were penned, and the bull had the Shatney’s parents, both de- ceased, were inducted into the For more information visit our website at: American Highland Cattle Hall of Fame in 2002. Ray Shatney serves on the Board of Directors of the North- www.vtep.org. east Highland Cattle Association. FOR ALL THE FLAKES Staff YOU MEET ON THE Parker Riehle President, Vermont Continued From Page One Ski Areas Association 1.2 FTE to .7) thanks to plans to in- ROAD THIS WINTER... Rental Cars corporate part-time math and literacy support for grades three-six. The Vermont Energy Partnership is a diverse group of more $29.95/day The school’s support staff, as well Make Sure You’ve Got Control! than 90 business, labor, and community organizations and as faculty in special education, indus- professionals committed to finding clean, affordable and reliable trial arts and physical education, will See Bear for all electricity solutions to ensure Vermont stays a great place to live now bear the brunt of the cuts. Near- and work. Our membership includes Entergy Vermont Yankee, 472-6555 ly two-thirds of the cuts will come your winter tire needs Green Mountain Power, Central Vermont Public Service, the from those departments. International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, economic 533-7110 According to School Board chair and rest assured you’ve got development organizations, and many others. Chris Tormey, school officials will "Imported Cars determine over the next couple of a grip on winter roads! months who exactly will be “reduced Are Not Foreign To Us." in force” for next year. And the cuts Dealership Quality at Service Station Prices are likely to remain the standard for years to come, unless there are “ros- ier outlooks” in education funding on DONA’S CAR STORE the horizon, Tormey said. Lower Wolcott Street • Hardwick, VT 05843 Keeping that in mind, Quinn spoke about new ways of approach- Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. ing teaching at Cabot, from 472-5501 consolidation of classes by grade or age to changing curriculum to make more “hybrid courses” at the second- ary level. “I’ve asked staff to determine what is most critical to get to certain goals,” Quinn said. 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