Wow, thanks for dismissing Jill Stein.
The populist movement doesn't have to wait to move forward - Jill Stein is a candidate. Thanks for ignoring her. Why did you even bother to mention her name?
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For years, administrators have been planning a large-scale upgrade of the Brattleboro Memorial Hospital campus to address long-term needs. But those efforts got a big boost in 2014, when Brattleboro resident Ronald Read bequeathed $6 million to the hospital. Now, that money will play a significant role in a proposed $22.7 million, four-story expansion that is expected to house new operating rooms, medical offices, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation facilities. The hospital has filed paperwork for state approval of the project, which...
Emilie Kornheiser is running for her third term to the Vermont House of Representatives as the Democratic representative for what is now Windham-7. Her campaign motto, “Committing to Community,” is reflected in all of her dedication and hard work over the years. Emilie is an accessible politician. I was deeply moved by her door-to-door campaign strategy and her wanting to reach out to neighbors, regardless of political persuasion, to share ideas through meaningful conversation. She also regularly participates in community...
Mariel Vandersteel and Joe Walsh say they are excited to be coming back to the Brattleboro area. After strong performances by Vandersteel last winter at the Northern Roots Festival and by Walsh recently with Darol Anger at Next Stage, they are joining forces with guitarist Eli West to carve out a unique sound on their New England Spring Tour. Drawing from their strong individual musical voices, the trio will collaborate on traditional American songs and tunes, Norwegian fiddle tunes (using...
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