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Wednesday, January 4, 2017

Updated Town Plan Public Meeting

To: Weathersfield Residents
From: Weathersfield Planning Commission
Location: Town Office Building, 5259 Route 5, Ascutney, VT 05030

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PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW UPDATED TOWN PLAN

The Weathersfield Planning Commission seeks comments and suggestions from residents concerning the recently updated Town Plan that will be formally presented to the community at public hearings on:

Monday, 9 January 2017 - 7 PM
Planning Commission Public Hearing on updated Town Plan


Monday, 6 February 2017 – 7 PM
Selectboard Hearing to review updated Town Plan


Monday, 20 February 2017 - 7 PM
Selectboard Hearing to review updated Town Plan


Your input is very important and we hope to see you at these public hearings. If you cannot attend a meeting, you may submit your comments to the Town - either electronically or in person.

Please include your name and address.

Anonymous comments will not be accepted.

Hal Wilkins, Land Use Administrator
802.674.2626 | landuse@weathersfield.org






Tuesday, January 3, 2017

Crisis Text Line - Free Support at Your Fingertips, 24/7

 http://www.crisistextline.org/

The Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support and information via a medium people already use and trust: Text.

Here's how it works: Text Hello or VT to 741741 from anywhere in Vermont or nationally, anytime, about any type of crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds quickly. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will work with you until you are cool, calm and have a positive plan for next steps.

Its important to know that people also know that this service may track your phone and send police if they don't think you are safe.



http://www.crisistextline.org/faq/

Q: How Do You Find Someone Who Is In Immediate Danger And Get Them Help?

A: If a texter is confirmed to be at imminent risk, Crisis Text LIne will initiate an active rescue. First the counselor will as them where they are. Most of the time, texters will thell the Counselor (they did reach out, after all).

Their location is used to contact local police who complete the active rescue. If the texter does not tell Crisis Text Line where they are, the local police will be contacted based on the person's area code. The police department is able to ping the persons' number through the phone company and geolocate.

This is a service provided by the Crisis Text Line

http://www.crisistextline.org/

Edward Normand Austin, 83

Edward Normand Austin, 83, formerly of Westwood Village in Claremont, New Hampshire, passed away Friday, Dec. 9, 2016 at Valley Regional Hospital in Claremont, New Hampshire following a period of failing health, and an extended stay at the V.A. in White River Junction, Vermont.

He was born in Springfield, Vermont to Elwood and Ruth Austin on Oct. 15, 1933. He was predeceased by his wife Shirley Austin of Claremont, New Hampshire and brother John Austin of Hummelstown, Pennsylvania. He grew up in South Reading, Vermont.

Ed was a retired Navy veteran. While living in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, he was president of the Fuzzy Few Organization and served as a Borough Councilman. He worked as a draftsman for Gannett Fleming, Inc of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania for 30 years before retiring to Claremont, New Hampshire in 1995 after completing his work on the “Big Dig” in Boston. He later worked another 15 years driving the community bus in Claremont.

He was a member of the V.F.W. and the Elks Lodge, both of Claremont, New Hampshire Edward had a great sense of humor, was an avid reader, and enjoyed making puzzles and traveling the backroads of his hometown of Reading, Vermont reliving old stories of home. He was very proud of being the oldest Austin male.

Members of his family include his daughter Laurel Austin Hartwell and husband, Peter; and his son, Stephen Austin of Hummelstown, Pennsylvania; a grandson, Ryan Austin; a granddaughter Nicole Young and her husband Brian; three great granddaughters; Sarah, Samantha, Sabrina, all of Hummelstown, Pennsylvania. Two brothers: Andrew Austin and his wife Judith of Claremont New Hampshire, Tim Austin and his wife Diane of Weathersfield, Vermont. Two sisters: Anne Austin Demers and husband George of E. Thetford, Vermont and Elaine Austin Crossman and husband Phil of Vinalhaven, Maine plus many nieces and nephews

The family wishes to extend our deep appreciation to Dr. Ivar Frithsen and the nurses and support staff at Valley Regional Hospital; also the staff at the VA in White River Jct. and Bayada Hospice for their excellent and compassionate care. A special thank you to his niece Julie for the care she gave him during his time of need.

Per his request there will be no formal services. In Lieu of flowers, Please send donations to The American Cancer Society or Sullivan County Humane Society at 14 Tremont St. in Claremont, New Hampshire. Arrangements are with the Stringer Funeral Home and Crematorium, 146 Broad St. To view an online memorial or send a private message of condolence, visit www.stringerfh.com.

Donna L. Aldrich, 78

Donna L. Aldrich, 78, of Springfield, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2016, at her home.

She was born Aug. 13, 1938, in Springfield, the daughter of Gerald and Thelma (Cady) Vittum. She graduated from Springfield High School.

Mrs. Aldrich was employed as a para-educator at Chester-Andover Elementary School for many years. She also owned and operated her own bakery for several years. She enjoyed camping.

Survivors include two sons Marty Aldrich, of Springfield, and Rick Aldrich, of Ascutney; four siblings Jerry and Larry Vittum, of Reading, Dick Vittum, of Springfield, Judy Henning, of Chester; two grandchildren and a great-grandchild; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2, 2017, at Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield. The memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, at Calvary Baptist Church in Springfield, with the Rev. Malcolm Fowler, pastor, officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Humane Society, 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, VT 05156.

Wayne L. Corliss, 71


Wayne L. Corliss, 71, died Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2016, at his home in Chester.

He was born Sept. 2, 1945, in Hardwick, the son of Leroy and Vera (Fleming) Corliss. He attended Springfield schools. Mr. Corliss served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam. On July 1, 1967, he married Linda Blanchard in Reading.

He was employed as an equipment operator with Pike Industries for over 26 years. Mr. Corliss was a member of American Legion Post 67 in Chester. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his wife of Chester; three daughters Juanita Corliss of Hanover, New Hampshire, Melissa Riviezzo of Hartland and Tonya Herschel of Ascutney; seven siblings Craig and Gene Corliss, Linda Heath, all of Springfield, Ronald Corliss of Baltimore, Brian Corliss of Reading, Wendy Corliss of North Springfield and Sandy Robison of Claremont, New Hampshire; four grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by a brother, Chris Corliss.

The celebration of life service will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

Monday, January 2, 2017

Eleanor B Spencer, 91

Eleanor B. Spencer, 91, passed away at her home in Perkinsville on Thursday evening, Dec. 15, 2016.

She was born Jan. 4, 1925, in Barnard, Vermont, the daughter of Roy H. II and Hazel (Badger) Barnes. She attended schools in Woodstock, graduating from Woodstock High School.

On June 21, 1951, she married Leslie O. Spencer in North Pomfret, Vermont. He predeceased her on April 23, 1990. She worked as a telephone operator in Woodstock, a secretary, a cook for the hot lunch program at the Perkinsville School and as a seamstress from her home in Perkinsville for many years. Eleanor enjoyed nature, walking and caring for her flower gardens.

She is survived by two daughters Nancy Bladyka and her husband, Paul J., of Springfield, Mary Jane Tetreault of Perkinsville; two grandsons Tyler Bladyka and his wife, Jennifer, and Jesse Bladyka and his wife, Michelle; also by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was predeceased by her parents; her husband; one daughter, Victoria; son-in-law Jeffrey Tetreault; three brothers Charles Barnes and his wife, Cecilia, Wesley Barnes and Roy H. Barnes III; and by one sister, Hazel Barnes Dana.

Friends may call at the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield on Wednesday evening, Dec. 21, from 6 to 7 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Reverend Lucile Grambling will officiate.

Burial will be in the Grout Cemetery in Perkinsville in the Spring. Contributions may be made in her memory to the Vermont Food Bank, 33 Parker Road, Wilson Industrial Park, Barre, VT 05641 or at www.vtfoodbank.org.

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Suicide Prevention LifeLine

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Last Weathersfield Dairy Farmer Will Sell Off Milking Herd

 
Valley News Staff Writer
Saturday, December 31, 2016

Perkinsville — Dairy farmer David Fuller is selling his herd of Holsteins, meaning the last dairy farm in Weathersfield will end its milk production when the trucks come for the cows on Tuesday.
Fuller, who has run his Plains Road farm in Perkinsville since 1977, said low milk prices and higher prices for materials needed for farming have led him to conclude that at age 59, it’s time to stop milking cows for a living.

“The price of milk has certainly crashed from year over year,” he said on Friday. “It’s pretty well known it’s down 40 percent.”

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http://www.vnews.com/Last-Dairy-Farm-in-Weathersfield-Closing-7188132

Friday, December 30, 2016

Crews Douse House Fire In Perkinsville

PERKINSVILLE — A Perkinsville homeowner has escaped injury following a mid-afternoon house fire at 24 Upper Falls Road.

At least 14 fire and rescue units, from fire departments including West Weathersfield, Ascutney, Proctorsville, Chester, Reading, Rockingham, Springfield, Claremont, Windsor and Cavendish responded at approximately 3 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 30 to a fire call at a home owned by Brenda Lee.

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 http://www.eagletimes.com/news/2016-12-31/Front_Page/Crews_douse_house_fire_in_Perkinsville.html

Thursday, December 29, 2016

Twin State Depression Support Group Meeting Announcement


Recovery from Depression?
Yes!
Twin State Depression Support Group
3rd Wednesday of each Month – 6:30 pm
5259 Route 5, Ascutney, VT 05030 (Near Exit 8 off I-91)
Martin Memorial Hall, Lower Level (Handicap Accessible)

Is This Group For You??
Have You been diagnosed with Depression?
Not been diagnosed but think you may be depressed?
Have a friend or family member who has depression?
Then This Group Is For You!

Support, Empathy, Sharing, Education, Confidentiality, Peer-Led

Just Existing? Surviving?
You can LIVE and THRIVE!
Recovery is Real!

TwinStateDSG@gmail.com     641-715-3900 (Extension 650055#)
                                                                FREE                                 ALL Welcome!

Board of Directors Meeting, January 25, 6:30 pm at 5259 Route 5, Ascutney, VT. You do not need to be a person with depression to join our Board of Directors. Still looking for Volunteers.

Thank you for sharing :)


Weathersfield Food Shelf will be closed on Thursday, 12/29/2016

Due to anticipated significant snowfall, the Weathersfield Foodshelf will be closed Thursday, December 29th, 2016.

Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Peer Depression Group Organizational Meeting Agenda - All Welcome



Peer Depression Group
Organizational Meeting
Agenda
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
6:30 pm
Martin Memorial Hall
5259 Route 5, Ascutney, VT 05030

1.       1. Meeting to Order
2.    2.   Introductions
3.       3. Housekeeping
4.      4. General Questions
5.      5. Business
a.      Board of Directors
                                                              i.      President
                                                            ii.      Vice President
                                                           iii.      Secretary
                                                           iv.      Treasurer
b.      Name of Group
c.       Communication
                                                              i.      Telephone
                                                            ii.      E-Mail
d.      Bylaws
e.      Non-profit
f.        Incorporation/DBSE/West Central/Other?
g.      Spreading the Word/Flyer
h.      Support Group Guidelines
i.        Group Agenda
j.        Who Can Participate/ What Our Group Is / What Our Group Is Not
k.      Mission Statement
l.        Common Foundation
m.    Meeting Date – 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 at Martin Memorial Hall, Ascutney
6.    6.   Other Business
7.      7.  Next Meeting
a.      Date
b.      Time
8.      8. Adjourn


Sunday, December 18, 2016

Messy Buildings 'Nuged' by Town to Clean Up

The town of Springfield has sent a "courtesy letter" to the owners of five properties in town, warning them they face enforcement action unless they clean up the outside of their properties.


 http://www.vermonttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/RH/20161217/NEWS02/161219587

Use Caution Getting Around Today

WCAX-TV

USE CAUTION GETTING AROUND TODAY:
Rain and areas of freezing rain will transition to mainly rain before ending as a few snow showers later today. Roads are icy in spots (even in areas with air temperatures above freezing, pavement temperatures are still cold!). By this afternoon, northwest winds will usher in much colder air, potentially creating a flash freeze, with more travel concerns. Nick will be on the air with your full forecast starting @8am.

Saturday, December 17, 2016

Lost Yorkie - Missing from 3445 Rt 131 - Please Help!


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SNOWMOBILERS, PLEASE KEEP YOUR EYES OPEN FOR THIS LITTLE GIRL, SHE IS STILL OUT THERE!
CALL DAY OR NIGHT IF SEEN 6034771229
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP AND KINDNESS!!

Raffle Tickets Available - to Benefit 1879 Schoolhouse






Tickets available from Bette Jo Esty, Karen McGee, deForest Bearse, Alison Roth, Matt Keniston or Lynn Esty.

Please call Bette Jo at 802-263-9651 if you would like to purchase tickets.







Man Arrested for Springfield VT Kwik Stop Burglary

On September 28, 2016 the Kwik Stop located on River Street in Springfield, Vermont was burglarized.

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Springfield Police responded to the scene and began an investigation. It was found that two subjects made entry into this business and stole a variety of items while making efforts to conceal their identities. In the coming months to follow several other burglaries were committed by a subject or subjects making efforts to conceal their identities.

After a lengthy investigation and the continuing coordination and collaboration with the Ludlow Police Department and Weathersfield Police Department several incidents were able to be linked to an alleged offender and/or offenders. 

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https://wntk.wordpress.com/2016/12/16/man-arrested-for-springfield-vt-kwik-stop-burglary/


See Something, Say Something

After a spate of recent robberies, business owners are banding together with the help of the local chamber of commerce, police department and town officials to quickly share information when a robbery or crime occurs at a commercial property.

 http://www.eagletimes.com/news/2016-12-17/Front_Page/See_something_say_something.html

 http://www.vermonttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/RH/20161217/NEWS02/161219591

Thursday, December 15, 2016

Santa To Visit Weathersfield Proctor Library

Santas Coming!!!

Wednesday, December 21st...

Refreshments for all ages starting at 7:00. Santa will arrive around 7:30...

All are welcome!

Weathersfield Proctor Library
5181 Route 5
Ascutney, VT
802-674-2863
weathersfieldproctorlibrary.org

Wednesday, December 14, 2016

SCAM ALERT: Do not give out ANY Banking Information - Contact Police

Weathersfield Police Department

https://www.facebook.com/WeathersfieldPoliceVT/?hc_ref=NEWSFEED&fref=nf

There is a new scam taking place....

Caller is advising he is a public defender and a family member has been involved in an incident causing injury to another person....

Caller is requesting money to cover expenses to represent your family member.....

Do not give out any information regarding checking, banking or credit card information.....

Christmas Eve Service at Weathersfield Meetinghouse

At the Christmas Eve service at the Weathersfield Meetinghouse, all children are welcome to join in and sing Away In A Manger during the service.

Everyone is welcome to this non-denominational service of lessons and carols. Any children who would like to sing are encouraged to arrive at 3:30 and we'll practice a few times. 

We will meet downstairs (the main level entrance) to rehearse before heading upstairs for the service.

Questions? Call Susan Hindinger 802-263-5924 or email shindinger@tds.net

Ascutney Union Church Named MAPP Community Champion

Mt. Ascutney Prevention Partnership shared a link.
 
 http://www.eagletimes.com/news/2016-12-10/Local/Ascutney_Union_Church_named_MAPP_Community_Champio.html
ASCUTNEY, Vt. — Mt. Ascutney Prevention Partnership recently recognized Ascutney Union Church as a community champion recipient for their dedication…
eagletimes.com
 
 http://www.eagletimes.com/news/2016-12-10/Local/Ascutney_Union_Church_named_MAPP_Community_Champio.html

Monday, December 12, 2016

Participants Needed - Board of Directors for Peer Run Support Group for Depression

Greetings! 

 I'm in the process of trying to start up a peer run Support Group for those of us with Depression. I'm in the very beginning stages of this process and am looking for a few individuals (5 to 7) who might be willing to participate on the Board of Directors.

While the support group will meet monthly (anticipated, at least) the Board of Directors would meet quarterly (every 3 months). That is only 4 meetings a  year.

This web site shows the tentative direction I am taking with this endeavor. The final decision will be made by the Board.


If you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors, please email me and let me know.

If you know of someone who might be interested, please share this email with them. You do NOT have to be a person who has experienced depression to serve on the Board of Directors.

Our organizational/information meeting  for the Board of Directors for the Peer Run Depression Support Group is scheduled for Wednesday, December 21st at 6:30 pm at Martin Memorial Hall in Ascutney, VT. (If you need further directions, please contact me.) The address is 5259 Route 5, Ascutney, VT (right near exit 8 on I-91)

Please come if you have any questions or interest in this project.  Attending does NOT mean you are committed to joining or participating.

Thank you so much for your time and consideration of this matter.

Lynn Esty
802-738-7413
lynnesty@gmail.com

Town of Weathersfield Holiday Hours

Transfer Station/Recycling Center
Open Saturday (Regular Hours), December 24th, 2016
Closed Sunday, December 25, 2016
Town Office and Highway Department
Closed Monday, December 26, 2016