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Fun In The Sun At Glover Day

Heather Alexander and cousin Estelle Ouillade of France participate in the annual Runaway Pond Road Race at Glover Day. Lots of pictures will be posted in the Newport Daily Express throughout the week.

Barton Ambulance Squad In Financial Trouble

Barton Ambulance Squad has temporarily shut down for lack of liability and auto insurance due to a cash flow problem. Glover and Orleans ambulance services have taken over coverage of the affected area.

Irasburg Church Fair

Drug Distribution Arrests in Rutland County

Between June 18, 2018, and July 19, 2018, members of the Vermont Drug Task Force conducted an arrest operation in Rutland County. This enforcement action took place following a number of long-term investigations into the distribution of heroin, fentanyl and crack cocaine.

Brighton And Charleston Make Their Case Against Consolidation

The Brighton and Charleston school board had an opportunity to make their case before the Board of Education opposing the proposal by the Agency of Education to consolidate the two k-8 school districts.

What's Next For Brighton/Charleston Schools?

The Brighton and Charleston school boards hosted a joint meeting to discuss the Agency of Education's recommendation the two elementary school districts form a single, consolidated district.

Cars of Yesteryear Donates to Local Family

Human foosball tournament debutes in Brighton.

Brighton's Recreation Committee has created an instant hit with the debut of a human foosball tournament. With six players to a side, eight teams signed up for a chance to win it all. Several dozen spectators watched the action this past Sunday on the shores of Island Pond.

Cardboard Boat Race A Hit In Brighton

Sunday brought perfect weather for the annual cardboard boat race in Island Pond. Cardboard and duct tape and lots of creativity resulted in seven assorted watercraft and their mostly young paddlers. Read more in the Newport Daily Express.

Barton Celebrates Independence Day

Hot weather notwithstanding a day of events at the Orleans County Fairground on July 4th are as popular as ever. The parade started promptly at 2pm, and the evening concluded with a firework display. See more pictures in the Newport Daily Express.