VTDigger

Dr. Samuel Hutchins III, veterinarian, volunteer, husband and grandfather, Lebanon, NH

Honesty was a lifestyle for Sam, as was loyalty to family, friends, and co-workers.  Despite little desire for praise, Sam’s devotion to his family, community, and career was admirable.   Read more

Carrie Lee Baker, writer, poet, artistic soul and mother, Colchester, VT

Those who knew Carrie knew her as a warrior who fought for the underdog. She was passionate about special education, Autism Spectrum Disorder education and acceptance, and fair chances and equality for those with special needs.   Read more

Anna Whiteside, a passionate, independent, business woman; a lover of nature, family and community,

Clients loved Anna and Anna loved her clients, many of whom became her lifelong friends. She took the time to get to know people on a personal level, walking properties with newcomers and sharing her insights about the exquisiteness the Valley had to offer.   Read more

Politics

Senate to vote on exempting feminine hygiene products from sales tax

The bill, S.53, would lift the sales tax from products such as tampons, panty liners, menstrual cups and similar products “designed for feminine hygiene in connection with the human menstrual cycle.”

Politics

Stratton town report cover draws attention for all the wrong reasons

‘I apologize to anyone who was offended or affected by it,’ the town clerk says. ‘It was definitely a stupid decision. I just didn’t think it through.’

Crime and Justice

Lawmakers eye measure that ‘clarifies’ chokehold ban, as police requested

The legislation would permit a law enforcement officer to use a chokehold when it is “objectively reasonable and necessary” to defend against serious bodily injury or death.