The Daily Press http://www.newportvermontdailyexpress.com http://www.newportvermontdailyexpress.com/apfeed.xml--1 Copyright The Daily Press 2011-10-19T18:42:16-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:9662011-04-20T18:26:02-04:002011-04-20T18:25:09-04:00Copyright 2011 Newport Daily ExpressJennifer Black of NEKCA described the project as consisting of a low fence, a mix of garden and vegetable plots that will be cared for by participating individuals, a seating area, a pet waste receptacle, picnic tables, a lawn, a small play area for children, and even a chess table. The plots will run in size from 5X5 to 5X15 feet.The project will also incorporate a teaching garden with the help of UVM Extension Master Gardener Program and the Farm to School Project. Project leaders also hope to work with area churches and food shelves to supply food or perhaps even have those organizations "own" their own plot. "It's all about nourishing the community," said Newport Planning Administrator Paul Dreher.Newport, VTSusan DavisCommunity Garden Breaks GroundNewport Daily Expressurn:publicid:dailypress.com:966Change0Usable2011-04-20T18:25:09-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:9672011-04-20T18:31:19-04:002011-04-20T18:31:19-04:00Copyright 2011 Newport Daily ExpressMoney raised on Friday benefits the National Wild Turkey Federation. In turn, part of the money comes back to Vermont for habitat work throughout the state, said Chapter President Bruce Chesney from Coventry. The federation uses the money for such things as buying land that will grow plants and trees that benefit turkeys and other forms of wildlife.Newport, VTChristopher RoyTurkey Lovers Hold BanquetNewport Daily Expressurn:publicid:dailypress.com:967Change0Usable2011-04-20T18:31:19-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:9682011-04-20T18:37:08-04:002011-04-20T18:37:08-04:00Copyright 2011 Newport Daily ExpressReporter Jared Richardson of Richmond, Vt., and Photographer Frank Szymanski of Wakefield, R.I., impressed the judges with their breaking news story about a fugitive from justice who was arrested in an abandoned house in Bradford after a tense stand-off with police. The VCCJ News7 team was first on the scene and later shared their compelling video with WCAX TV.Newport, VTNo author availableBreaking the NewsNewport Daily Expressurn:publicid:dailypress.com:968Change0Usable2011-04-20T18:37:08-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:9512011-04-19T18:19:27-04:002011-04-19T18:19:27-04:00Copyright 2011 Newport Daily ExpressThe two discussed the new open records law, which Shumlin strongly supports, health care reform, affordable housing, education and jobs. Both were concerned about how pending federal legislation will impact services to Vermonters.Newport, VTSusan DavisShumlin Lauds Open Records LawNewport Daily Expressurn:publicid:dailypress.com:951Change0Usable2011-04-19T18:19:27-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:9522011-04-19T18:28:19-04:002011-04-19T18:28:19-04:00Copyright 2011 Newport Daily ExpressVermont Yankee is scheduled to be shut down in two years, but Entergy, it's parent company, is suing the State of Vermont to remain in operation.If VEC can't purchase power from Vermont Yankee, it will have to buy off the grid, which may add about 52 centers per bill to the cost of electricity.Newport, VTTabitha ArmstrongClosing VT Yankee Won't Slam Electric BillsNewport Daily Expressurn:publicid:dailypress.com:952Change0Usable2011-04-19T18:28:19-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:9412011-04-20T14:30:20-04:002011-04-18T19:46:39-04:00Copyright 2011 Newport Daily ExpressNewport, VTNancy GossNorth Country Hospital Volunteers HonoredNewport Daily Expressurn:publicid:dailypress.com:941Change0Usable2011-04-18T19:46:39-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:22832011-10-19T18:42:16-04:002011-10-19T18:42:16-04:00Copyright 2011 Newport Daily Express“That hurt,” said Dave Robinson. “It reminded me of things back in the 1950s. A lot of kids grew up around here with nothing.”That scene pulled on the Robinsons' heartstrings so much that they decided to do something about it and organized a collection effort at Tivoly, Dave's place of employment, for toys, clothing, food, money, furniture and other items.On Tuesday, employees filled a trailer with the items. All plant employees and their families took part in the collection, which lasted a couple of weeks.“This has been an extremely big group effort,” said Janice Lamourex, human resources manager for Tivoly. “I loved the idea that someone from the workforce came forth and asked if we could do this together. That meant a lot to me. Working to help others is priceless.”Wally Watson, president of the Internal Association of Machinists Local 1829, called the effort an "awesome" thing to do. “We’re trying to get everything situated so we can make a joint effort between the company and the union to make things work and get everything down there,” added Marc Haselton, chief steward of the International Association of Aero Space Workers. “People need help; that’s why we’re going to help them. That’s what Vermonters do. We help them out.”The collection is something nice the company was able to do together, said Dave Robinson, who is delighted with the merchandise collected by the employees. His children, friends and family got into the act and donated personal items.Robinson expressed gratitude for everyone involved with the collection. “You can’t put a price on all the items that have been donated and the effort that went into it,” said Watson. Employees also collected well over $400 in cash.The items will be distributed to storm victims who provide their paperwork from FEMA. Salvation Army staff will take them through the warehouse that has clothing, furniture, kitchenware, small household items and food. There is no cost to the victims. The warehouse will be closing at the end of the month. Anything left over will be brought to thrift shops and food pantries. Newport, VTChristopher RoyTivoly Workers Join Forces to Aid Storm VictimsNewport Daily Expressurn:publicid:dailypress.com:2283Change0Usable2011-10-19T18:42:16-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:9822011-04-21T14:02:04-04:002011-04-21T14:02:04-04:00Copyright 2011 Newport Daily Express Drivers or teams participate in a scavenger hunt. For each challenge completed, teams accumulate points. The winner is the team with the most points at the end of five days. The wining team get $1,500 cash, second place receives $350, and third place gets $150.Newport, VTBy TABITHA ARMSTRONGBabe Rally is fun fundraiser for Glover Fire DepartmentNewport Daily Expressurn:publicid:dailypress.com:982Change0Usable2011-04-21T14:02:04-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:9832011-04-21T16:55:16-04:002011-04-21T14:04:42-04:00Copyright 2011 Newport Daily ExpressDon Hunt and Pat Hunt Inc. have donated the flag to the Newport Fire Department. In the presentation, Hunt told Chief Jamie Leclair, “We received this flag from our son at Christmas time while he was on leave from duties in Iraq. Our Soldiers who fought over there will be more honored by having this flag fly proudly at your station, than for me to leave it in the box, unrecognized on my office shelf.” Captain Kurt Hunt and fellow pilot Captain Jay Berger, US Army Aviation, 1st Brigade (The Big Red 1), 1-6 Cavalry, Crusader Troop flew this flag on the last day of combat operations of Iraqi Freedom. Newport, VTStaff WriterLocal Soldier’s Flag Donated to City Fire DepartmentNewport Daily Expressurn:publicid:dailypress.com:983Change0Usable2011-04-21T14:04:42-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:10102011-04-26T00:15:19-04:002011-04-26T00:15:19-04:00Copyright 2011 Newport Daily ExpressSelectmen have made a claim to the insurance company, one after the first time it was damaged and more recently before the first damage was even repaired. The board has been advised they will have to pay two deductibles because they are making two claims. The damage includes twisted iron framework underneath the roof and facade. The board is considering placing large balusters under the corner to avoid such incidents in the future. Newport, VTJenn HanlonWho Broke the Bank?Newport Daily Expressurn:publicid:dailypress.com:1010Change0Usable2011-04-26T00:15:19-04:00