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In Vernon, a panel explores a new approach to storing nuclear waste

by The Commons News December 12, 2025, 6:05 pmDecember 12, 2025, 6:49 pm

An urban scene featuring a bridge in the foreground with historic buildings in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

A space for community and shelter in Brattleboro suddenly needs a new home

by The Commons News November 19, 2025, 6:19 pmNovember 19, 2025, 6:25 pm

Two women sit at a table in conversation; one in gray sweater and glasses gestures with her hand, while the other in blue listens attentively.

Emergency overnight shelter will open in Brattleboro this winter

by The Commons News November 11, 2025, 5:09 pmNovember 11, 2025, 7:50 pm

A Bourne's Energy truck parked on a snowy road near bare trees and a house in the background.

Windham County Heat Fund braces for loss of federal fuel aid

by The Commons News September 12, 2025, 6:56 am

Debris and twisted metal from a burned-down structure lie scattered on the ground, with a sign in front and trees with autumn foliage in the background.

With gratitude, Dummerston orchard begins rebuilding after fire

by The Commons News September 11, 2025, 3:28 pmSeptember 11, 2025, 3:29 pm

A man in a sheriff's uniform with the name "Anderson" speaks indoors; another man in casual clothes and a cap is visible in the background.

Sheriff explores a new approach to funding regional policing in Windham County

by The Commons News August 25, 2025, 6:07 pmAugust 25, 2025, 6:08 pm

A map shows the proposed Hinsdale Island Greenway with labeled features including bridges, trails, a kayak launch, picnic spots, and viewing platforms along the Connecticut River.

To reuse or raze? Brattleboro and Hinsdale, NH, remain at odds over fate of two bridges.

by The Commons News July 30, 2025, 6:37 pmJuly 31, 2025, 12:24 pm

The exterior sign for Brattleboro Memorial Hospital is displayed on a brick building, partially framed by green leaves.

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital braces for federal cuts to Medicaid

by The Commons News July 10, 2025, 11:14 pmJuly 11, 2025, 12:15 am

A white van with black cow spots and “MOO!” painted on the side is parked in front of a brick building. An inset shows a woman speaking into a microphone.

MicroMoo transit service in Brattleboro is set to end June 13

by The Commons News June 11, 2025, 4:23 pmJune 13, 2025, 1:05 pm

A sepia-toned illustration of a two-story wooden house with multiple windows. Two people stand in front, and large trees loom in the background.

A spark that ignited a revolution

by The Commons News March 12, 2025, 6:55 amJune 6, 2025, 3:27 pm

Vintage train station waiting area with schedules on a board, brochures on a rack, and a wooden bench in the foreground. Hand sanitizer sits on the counter.

Concern in the air on Bellows Falls depot project

by The Commons News February 3, 2025, 5:01 pmJune 6, 2025, 2:45 pm

A building with purple flags in the snow.

In Brattleboro, with bitter cold comes urgent need for shelter

by The Commons News February 2, 2025, 6:12 am