The Faces Behind Kiwanis
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- Created on Thursday, 19 March 2015 15:08
- Written by Jessie Slater
ST.JOHNSBURY- The 65th annual Kiwanis Auction took place last week in St.Johnsbury. For decades, the Kiwanis Club has been putting on this auction in order to raise money to maintain one of America's only privately owned, completely free swimming pools that also offers free swimming lessons all summer long.
St. J Gets No Break from Water Breaks
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- Created on Wednesday, 18 March 2015 17:12
- Written by Emma Kaplan
ST. JOHNSBURY- A water main break in St. Johnsbury has lead to the closing of Federal Street while workers attempt to repair the damage. The St. Johnsbury Department of Public Works is working with C&C Bunnell Excavating to begin repairs to the water main.
Kiwanis Club for a Cause
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- Created on Tuesday, 17 March 2015 18:50
- Written by Rob Crupi
ST. JOHNSBURY - The annual Kiwanis auction is underway in St. Johnsbury. The event, which started on Monday, March 16, will run until Wednesday, March 18. The times you are able to call and donate are from 6pm to 9pm.
Problems With the Curriculum?
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- Created on Tuesday, 17 March 2015 15:14
- Written by Rob Crupi
ST. JOHNSBURY - Last night the St. Johnsbury School Board met to discuss a number of things on the agenda. The meeting was business as usual until the topic of curriculum came into the conversation.
RCT On The Move
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- Created on Friday, 13 March 2015 17:51
- Written by Julia Rose
ST. JOHNSBURY -- In just a couple of months Rural Community Transit will be moving locations, but will still stay in St. Johnsbury. The building that RCT will be moving into is the old Kroll Telemarketing Company Building. This place will allow the company to set up roots where they will stay premaritally.
New Pumps for St. Johnsbury
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- Created on Friday, 13 March 2015 15:40
- Written by Tom Weineck
ST.JOHNSBURY - St. Johnsbury will be replacing two of their water pumps at the waster water treatment facility. The budget for the project is $1.35 million to purchase the new pumps.Even with the expensive price tag, residents of the town will only be charged a few extra cents on their water bills.
The Search Continues
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- Created on Thursday, 12 March 2015 15:39
- Written by Vincent Boccanfuso
ST. JOHNSBURY - The decision to raise the pay for the new Town Manager, when one is found, was made last night at St. Johnsbury selectboard meeting.
Open House Opens New Doors
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- Created on Wednesday, 11 March 2015 21:09
- Written by Emma Kaplan
ST. JOHNSBURY- President Barack Obama is working towards making higher education at community colleges free, which could mean positive changes for Vermont students. Community College of Vermont, which ranks lowest in Vermont for the average tuition cost, held an open house Tuesday in hopes of drawing in prospective students.
Keith Taylor Sentenced
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- Created on Friday, 06 March 2015 16:37
- Written by Tom Weineck
ST. JOHNSBURY - Keith Taylor of Waterford, VT pleaded guilty yesterday afternoon to all charges including child cruelty. Taylor took the plea deal from the prosecution, which means he will be serving 60 days in prison and have home confinement for 6 months.
40 Years and Counting
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- Created on Thursday, 05 March 2015 22:19
- Written by Emma Kaplan
ST. JOHNSBURY- Catamount Arts and Film is celebrating a big milestone this year. It is their 40th year in operation its debut in 1975.
Corrette Steps Down
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- Created on Tuesday, 03 March 2015 17:48
- Written by Rob Crupi
ST.JOHNSBURY - St. Johnsbury School Board director, Bruce Corrette, will be retiring from his position after twenty-three years of service split between two terms.
NVRH's New Machine
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- Created on Friday, 20 February 2015 15:35
- Written by Tom Weineck
ST. JOHNSBURY - Northeast Vermont Regional Hospital is currently using a new machine to combat the spread of infections. The machine, called the Sanosil Disinfectant has been in the hospital for two weeks now.
The Fourteenth Star Shines Bright
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- Created on Thursday, 19 February 2015 16:32
- Written by Camille DeLongis
ST. JOHNSBURY- "Stella Quarta Decima Fulgeat," or "The Fourteenth Star Shines Bright," may soon be the official Latin motto for the Green Mountain State. This comes after Angela Kubicke, a ninth grader from St. Johnsbury Academy proposed the idea of Vermont adopting a Latin motto.
Costly Water Projects Ahead
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- Created on Wednesday, 18 February 2015 17:16
- Written by Taylor Young
ST. JOHNSBURY- The St. Johnsbury Select Board discussed ways to fund two town water projects that will cost the town two million dollars. The St. Johnsbury Wastewater Treatment Plant is at risk of a sewage overflow if two water screw pumps are not replaced.
International Athletic Interest Grows
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- Created on Wednesday, 18 February 2015 15:38
- Written by Emma Kaplan
ST. JOHNSBURY- Several St.Johnsbury Academy students have a sports opportunity that wasn't available in previous years. This years outcome proved that the interest rate in this program is on the rise. St. J School Board Meets
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- Created on Tuesday, 17 February 2015 17:49
- Written by Rob Crupi
ST. JOHNSBURY - The St. Johnsbury school board met last night, with the main topic focusing around the school budget that is proposed for this year. Multiple residents were present at the meeting to have their voices heard on topics that seemed to be of issue to them.
Racing to the Finish
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- Created on Tuesday, 17 February 2015 16:31
- Written by JJ Murphy
ST. JOHNSBURY- After claiming their first ever Division One state title, the St. Johnsbury Academy Girls Indoor Track team is confident in their ability to finish the season strong at the New England Championships.
One Step Closer
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- Created on Thursday, 12 February 2015 20:02
- Written by Alex Farnworth
ST. JOHNSBURY - After a long morning in Caledonia District County Court you could hear the town of St. Johnsbury, in unison, exhale and release a sigh of relief.
Together Works Grant
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- Created on Thursday, 12 February 2015 16:56
- Written by Vincent Boccanfuso
ST. JOHNSBURY- The town of Saint Johnsbury recieved a $1,275 grant from the Vermont Community Foundation.
Select Board Meeting
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- Created on Tuesday, 10 February 2015 17:50
- Written by Rob Crupi
ST. JOHNSBURY - The St. Johnsbury Select Board met last night for their bi-weekly meeting. The board discussed a wide variety of topics that will be of importance in the coming months. The board put a lot of focus on this year's town budget.
L.I. vs. SJA Rivalry Revisited
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- Created on Monday, 09 February 2015 19:15
- Written by Ryan Jenot
ST. JOHNSBURY - For the second year in a row, Lyndon Institute and St. Johnsbury Academy squared off in the Annual White Room Challenge.
School Break-In
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- Created on Monday, 09 February 2015 17:28
- Written by Cassandra Bernier
ST. JOHNSBURY - Good Shepherd Catholic School, on Maple Street in St. Johnsbury was broken into over the weekend. The suspect or suspects have not yet been found.
St. Johnsbury Water Treatment
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- Created on Thursday, 05 February 2015 17:04
- Written by Vincent Boccanfuso
ST. JOHNSBURY - Saint Johnsbury residents will be voting on Town Meeting Day about receiving two bonds to replace the old water pumps and the Moose River water main.
Pre-K Pushes Forward
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- Created on Thursday, 11 December 2014 19:08
- Written by Camille DeLongis
ST. JOHNSBURY - Universal Pre-Kindergarten won't be mandated in schools until July 1st of 2016, but the state is giving schools the option of implementing it now.
St. J Needs the Money
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- Created on Wednesday, 10 December 2014 14:14
- Written by Cassandra Bernier
ST. JOHNSBURY- The town of St. Johnsbury is looking for the $401,000 that people owe in deliquent taxes.
