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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
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CPD welcomes two new members
By JOE CARDELLO
The Colchester Sun
It was a frosty morning when Colchester
Police gathered in the education room at the
police department on Feb. 6 for the swearing
in of two new officers.
Seated with his family in full police
apparel was Victor Bitka, 23, of Williston,
who began training one-week prior. Bitka has
garnered one and half years of experience as a
law enforcement officer since his graduation
from Champlain College where he studied
Criminal Justice.
Jesse Sawyer, who has worked for five
and half years as a detective, was awaiting the
ceremony as well dressed in a suit. That was
his first day to train with the Colchester Police
Department.
Colchester Police Chief Jennifer Morrison
explained that both officers had to complete a
50-day shift of field officer training. She also
underscored the importance of the job these
new officers now have of upholding the trust
of the community and performing their duties
with due diligence.
Both officers were sworn in by Morrison
and given their credentials.
Since then, Lieutenant Doug Allen reports
that both officers are performing very well and
are being brought up to speed on qualifications
–See POLICE page 3
Victor Bitka, left, 23, has been a part of the Colchester Police Department for three weeks. He
was sworn in on Feb. 6. Jesse Sawyer, right, was sworn into the Colchester Police Department
on Feb. 6. He has been training since then and has five and a half years of experience as a
detective in Vermont. PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED
F-35 ‘questions
persist’
By JASON STARR
The Colchester Sun
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Winter
Carnival
ABOVE: Tabitha Beckett, left, and Annaliese Moylan make silly faces in the Green Mountain
Photobooth at The Colchester Winter Carnival on Saturday morning.
RIGHT: Colchester High School football players Sam Spates, front, and Colyn Hutchings,
back, serve hot dogs to fundraise for the JV and varsity football teams.
When this many spiritual leaders gather to
advance the same cause, one is wise to take
note.
About 20 Chittenden County reverends,
nuns and rabbis reinforced an identical message
at a Tuesday press conference in Winooski —
that the U.S. Air Force’s planned basing of
F-35 fighter jets at Burlington International
Airport is ill-conceived and would be harmful
to residents in the jets’ noise-shed.
They called on political leaders to
reconsider their support for the decision and
to lead a new public discussion about the
merits and drawbacks of hosting the planes at
Vermont Air National Guard headquarters.
The Air Force chose Burlington as a location
in 2013 after an exhaustive environmental
impact statement under the National
Environmental Policy Act. Preparations are
already underway at the airport, although the
planes are not scheduled to arrive until 2020.
A lawsuit filed by local opponents of the
decision that claims the environmental impact
statement is incomplete and requires greater
scrutiny on the dangers of an F-35 crash and on
the impact of the basing on historical buildings
is scheduled for a hearing in federal court later
this year. The pending lawsuit is an opportunity
for elected leaders to re-evaluate their support
for the basing and lead a new public debate,
religious leaders said.
Their concern stems from the environmental
impact statement’s conclusions about the F-35’s
increased noise compared to the F-16 jets that
currently fly over Chittenden County. The
increase will make more homes uninhabitable
and strike the psyche of the county’s growing
refugee population, which arrives having
already lived through trauma, they said.
“Common sense would direct the placement
of these planes to airports with far fewer people
in the vicinity, far fewer children whose
young ears would be blasted, their learning
disrupted,” said Rabbi Joshua Chasan of
Burlington’s Ohavi Zedek Synagogue. “Basing
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Former SMC educator
continues to serve
community
By GAIL CALLAHAN
For The Colchester Sun
Anne Judson was the former Director of Graduate
Education at St. Michael’s College. The Wisconsin native grew
up in a household of teachers near Princeton, N.J. and moved
to Vermont more than two decades ago. Before joining the
faculty at the Colchester college, Judson taught in a pre-school
and also worked in a classroom as a Title I math educator.
“My husband was looking for a new job, and after we moved
here, I started to supervise student-teachers (at St. Michael’s)
and it grew from there,” said Judson during an interview at The
Bagel Cafe & Deli in Burlington’s New North End.
Judson is soft-spoken, but direct; she donned a black,
hooded ReSource VT sweatshirt with dangling earrings,
and spoke warmly about her lengthy tenure working at St.
Michael’s. She describes the college community as “unique”
and “small,” citing the close-knit atmosphere as nurturing for
students and staff.
“People know each other,” she said. “If I didn’t have the
answer to a student’s question, I’d walk down the hall and talk
to a colleague… At St. Michael’s we are a community within a
community. We’re a group of people working toward the same
goal: training future teachers.”
A Quaker, Judson said she felt comfortable working at the
–See JUDSON page 3
–See F-35 page 3
CMS student brings
People to People
By ELSIE LYNN PARINI
The Colchester Sun
Canadian West. Brooks is one of three
students from Vermont to join People to
People – a student-ambassador company
that brings students around the world.
Colchester Middle School sixth“In 1956, President Eisenhower
grader Matthew Brooks is headed to the
envisioned world peace and
his solution was the People to
People movement,” explains
the
program’s
website
peopletopeople.com.
“Our
mission is to bridge cultural
and political borders through
education and exchange, creating
global citizens and making the
world a better place for future
generations.”
Simply put, the company says
they create global citizens.
Brooks was also nominated
two years ago. “The first time I
didn’t have enough money,” he
explained. This year, he has a
plan to fundraise as much of the
nearly $5,000 tuition as possible.
“We’ll be holding a Bingo
fundraiser on Feb. 21 from 5:308 p.m. at Bingo at Our Lady of
Grace Church in Colchester,”
Brooks explained. “I will be
asking for food donations to sell
Matthew Brooks at the bingo game from local
shops and stores.”
The cost of the trip covers all
expenses of the 11-day trip except for
souvenir spending money.
Thankfully the Our Lady of Grace
church used to do a Bingo night, Brook’s
mother Janet explained, so the parish
was able to donate the Bingo materials.
“We’ve worked hard for it all to come
together,” added Brooks.
“I feel really special to be one of the
three students from Vermont going on
this trip,” Brooks said during a recent
interview. “It helps me understand
culture and share traits with other
students… this is a trip I’ll never forget.”
Together with 49 other students
from the Northeast, Arkansas and
Pennsylvania, and 10 adult trip leaders,
Brooks will depart on July 5 for the
Wonders of the Canadian West tour.
The trip will feature a whale watching
trip searching for orcas, the world’s
largest dinosaur museum, exploring
glaciers, soaking in hot springs, crafting
arrowheads, learning about Canada’s
First Nations tribes and Canadian
parliament, a traditional tea, a treetop
ropes course and more.
“It’s going to be very busy,” Brooks
said. “Walking on glaciers and the ropes
course will probably be my favorite
things.”
This will be Brooks first time out of
the country and the longest time he’s
–See BROOKS page 3
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The Colchester Sun | Thursday, February 12, 2015
with
Christy “Kiki” Colgan
L.Ac., MS Green Mountain Acupuncture
Christy Colgan, known by many as Kiki, is a licensed
acupuncturist. She opened her own studio in Colchester this
August. She began her training in Boston at the New England
School of Acupuncture, but when she met her current husband,
who was studying nursing at San Diego State University, she
transferred to the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San
Diego, Calif. where she completed her Master’s program.
While she was in school, Colgan was finishing up her first
career as a chef. “I went to culinary school to be a chef originally,”
explained the Manchester, Vt. native. “I was a chef in Boston and
California and I ended up working late nights, holidays and ended
up with a lot of back pain. That drove me, when I was in Boston,
to seek out pain relief for my back. I was burning the candle at
both ends, and really feeling it in my body and knowing it wasn’t
a sustainable career for me.
“When I found out about acupuncture, it was really life
changing for me,” Colgan continued. She was diagnosed with an
ovarian cyst that doctors wanted to remove surgically. “After two
months of acupuncture and herbal medicine my cyst went away.
Several of my doctors were blown away; wondering how did this
[cyst] just go away without surgical intervention. That’s when I
knew there was something huge here with [Chinese] medicine that
I needed to explore.”
In 2003, Colgan graduated with her Master’s degree and earned
her L.Ac. certification by the National Certification Commission
for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Shortly after graduation,
Colgan and her husband moved back to Vermont and settled into
their Colchester home.
Colgan worked for On Track Physical Therapy in Burlington
for the first two years, but she soon outgrew the space, so she
opened her own practice in Williston. She worked for six years
— with a short break after the birth of her son in 2009 — as an
acupuncturist with Green Mountain Acupuncture in Williston. She
also served as president (2008-2011) and treasurer (2007-2010) of
the Vermont Acupuncture Association. In the summer of 2013,
Colgan outgrew her space in Williston.
“There just wasn’t space for my full clinic to be there,” Colgan
explained. She opened a larger practice under the same name,
Green Mountain Acupuncture, at 905 Roosevelt Highway in
Colchester. The space has two private rooms, a common area, a
pharmacy and lots of windows with views of the woods. Several
other health and wellbeing offices share the floor with Colgan.
“It’s very exciting to be on my own… I’ve been very busy ever
since my doors have opened.”
Colgan recently elaborated on her practice and common
questions about acupuncture and Chinese medicine.
Q: What kind of pain do you see at your practice?
A: I see a lot of back pain, neck pain, knee pain, migraines,
fertility and digestive issues… pretty much the whole body. You
tend to see certain people in rhythms.
Kiki Colgan, owner of Green Mountain Acupuncture, stands in
her office in Colchester on Friday afternoon.
Q: What are the different components of Chinese
medicine?
A: Moxibustion, cupping, herbs and needles are the general
parts of traditional Chinese Medicine therapy.
Moxibustion, or mugwort, is used with Chinese Medicine. We
put the needle in and light the Moxibustion and hold it near to
warm the needle up. It’s basically a stimulator for the acupuncture
points.
Suction cupping is for the back, neck and shoulder pain. It
forces the body to release toxins.
Q: Why does acupuncture work?
A: I think having that personal experience is the only way to
understand it. It’s hard to explain. There are a lot of disagreements
about how acupuncture works.
Q: How do you assess a client?
A: I find out a lot by talking with people. Getting to know a
client’s story and psyche is very important to proper diagnosis.
Through observation, listening, asking… and a diagnosis of the
tongue, pulse and abdomen I’m able to learn a lot. People’s health
changes week to week. I need to clarify with you what’s going on
today.
It’s very personal; I am bound by HIPPA confidentiality
clauses in this state.
Q: Does acupuncture hurt?
A: It doesn’t feel like anything. Our pain receptors are located
on our skin. The key to acupuncture not hurting, or being painless,
is breaking the outer layer of skin very quickly. We use guide
tubes, and they are disposable stainless steel needles, and we only
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The needles go in just under the skin, up to about half an inch
to an inch under the skin depending on the body… We look for
arrival of the “De Qi” — that means the Qi or energy, which can
be felt like an ache or pressure — then we decide based on the
patient that day if we want to strengthen or disperse the energy
based on the diagnostic principals.
Q: How many visits does it take to cure an ailment?
A: Basically what I see is that people need to come for a short
course of acupuncture; anywhere between 4 and 10 visits. Within
that period of time they’ll gradually see pain decreasing and health
improving.
Proper diagnosis is essential. I didn’t find this out until I started
the mentorship program three years ago; I would get very mixed
results when I was out of school. When I started focusing on really
clarifying my diagnostic skills, my patients started getting better
faster, so they don’t need to come for their lifetime.
It’s like a key and a lock; if you get that diagnosis correctly,
everything unfolds and re-corrects itself.
Q: How successful is your practice?
A: Now I’m very successful. I’ve treated very complicated
Lyme disease cases, gastro intestinal illnesses, breech presentations,
post stroke recovery and do a part of cancer recovery treatment.
Q: How many acupuncturists are there in Vermont?
A: There are 66 acupuncturists in the Vermont Acupuncture
Association and over 200 in the state.
Q: What is dry needling?
A: Some chiropractors and physical therapists are now doing
something called dry needling that is very controversial with the
acupuncturists in our state.
Not only is it dangerous, but it’s not as effective as seeing a
licensed acupuncturist. As a state organization we’re trying to
educate the public on the difference in credentials … Licensed
Acupuncturists (L.Ac.) have a four-year Master’s degree.
Q: What advice would you offer to people choosing
between a western style doctor and Chinese medicine?
A: The two types of medicine don’t have to be in conflict; they
are good compliments to one another. People shouldn’t have to
choose one way or the other.
I’m trying to make a low cost clinic here at my practice, and
the state organization is working to get better insurance coverage
for all Vermonters.
In the end, you should do what feels right with your body.
Trust your gut instinct.
Q: Why do you have a pharmacy?
A: It’s really an integral part of Chinese medicine. All the
herbs have different flavors and different temperatures: hot, cold,
bitter, salty, pungent, sour… and they all do different things for
the body.
This cinnamon-based formula is one of the most commonly
used formulas for treating colds… It has ground cinnamon bark,
peony, ginger and dates. You mix it with hot water and drink it like
a tea. It is very nutritive for the stomach. Most of my patients drink
the teas and powders.
Q: Why are ears a common place for acupuncture?
A: We can access our whole body – the bones, the muscles, the
organs – through the nervous systems with the ear. The ear is very
powerful. I think of it kind of like a computer; I press a button to
tell the brain this is what we’re going to heal. It really does work.
Q: What is something we can all do to improve our
wellbeing?
A: Stay warm and eat warm, especially this time of year. Be
aware of cold. Eat with the seasons.
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F-35
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F-35 jets in Burlington before
all the questions about noise
and safety are answered,
indeed, before all the legal
requirements for such a
basing are met, is morally
questionable to say the least.”
Roddy O’Neil Cleary,
a former minister with the
First Unitarian Universalist
Society of Burlington, framed
the issue as one of justice for
low-income residents and
new Americans who lack the
resources to move from homes
that become uninhabitable
because of increased noise
pollution.
“People who have really
no voice in this decision, they
are the ones who live in the
crash zone and the high noise
zone,” she said, adding that
the Air Force concluded that
low-income people will be
disproportionately affected by
the basing. “It’s a huge social
justice issue, and that’s why
people of faith feel compelled
to speak out.”
Rev.
Peter
Cook
of
Burlington’s
First
Congregational
Church
“It’s a huge social justice issue, and that’s
why people of faith feel compelled to
speak out.”
Roddy O’Neil Cleary
First Unitarian Universalist
Society of Burlington
pointed out that the number
of homes newly classified
as uninhabitable — those
subjected to an average decibel
level of 65 — will swell if the
F-35s begin operations over
Chittenden County, affecting
roughly 6,000 people. Their
homes would lose value and
contribute less to municipal
tax revenues, he said.
“I would not want my
house designated as unfit for
residential use, especially if I
bought it when that wasn’t the
case,” he said.
The
Air
Force
sponsored several public
forums in 2013 as part of
information gathering for
the environmental impact
statement.
Sen.
Patrick
Leahy joined Vermont’s
other Congressmen, Bernie
Sanders and Peter Welch,
in promoting Burlington as
an F-35 host. The Air Force
chose Burlington over five
“There is an element of bullying in
this process … that runs counter to
the democratic culture of Vermont.
Questions persist in the minds and hearts
of so many people.”
Rabbi Joshua Chasan
Ohavi Zedek
JUDSON
from page 1
Catholic, liberal arts college,
pointing out how students
and staff would come
together during joyful and
sorrowful times. The Chapel
of St. Michael the Archangel
is often the focal point for
events when the community
comes together.
Judson retired from St.
Michael’s last August, noting
she felt the “timing was right”
to leave a position she held
for about 14 years. Since that
time she’s remained active as
a volunteer with the Vermont
Refugee
Resettlement
Program, a Colchester-based
organization that assists
refugees and immigrants.
Judson collects household
items and clothing for newlyarrived families. She noted
that many refugees arrive
in the state with little or no
cold-weather clothing and
footwear, which is a scenario
that troubles Judson.
“They get off the plane
with only the clothes on their
backs and the flip-flops on
their feet,” she said. “We’re
still trying to get people out of
Anne Judson is the former Director of Graduate Education at St.
Michael’s College.
PHOTO | ST. MICHAEL’S COLLEGE
flip-flops.”
Judson also isn’t shy
about asking for donations,
and often posts requests for
household goods on Front
Porch Forum. She welcomes
people to contact her if they
can supply any materials at
999-8783.
In 2009, Judson’s St.
Michael’s College colleagues
honored her with the SMC
Norbert A. Kuntz Service
Award for her “dedication
to the education programs
at St. Michael’s.” The
honor noted Judson’s strong
academic
leadership
as
the education department
developed and implemented
new curriculum and classes.
The award is named after
Norbert Kuntz, long-time St.
Michael’s college professor,
who died suddenly on campus
in November 1990. She was
also feted for her volunteer
efforts, assisting people who
want to improve their lives.
Judson is continuing
her
community
service
work. She recalled recently
assisting a family move into
their new apartment in Essex,
and supporting a Burlington
family with triplets.
Judson is also preparing
to embark on a new volunteer
venture. She is running for a
seat on the Burlington School
BROOKS
Editor’s Note: To learn
more about the Bingo
evening on Feb. 21 or how to
support Matthew’s trip call
893-9133 or email jbrooks@
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Board, representing Ward 4
in the city’s New North End
district.
“I thought about it for two
minutes,” she said, noting she
doesn’t plan on campaigning
heavily, but will circulate
some fliers, outlining her
experience. Judson, who is
running in a contested race,
said she was approached
by a former member of the
school board and a Burlington
politician about throwing her
hat into the ring.
Judson, who has lived
in Burlington for 27 years,
is married and has two adult
children. She said her goals
for the community are simple
and she likes to contribute and
help whenever she can.
“I aim to be a good steward
of Burlington, for the earth
and for each other,” she said.
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European country that borders Romania
and Ukraine
Speaks fluent Romanian
Burlington High School graduate
Champlain College graduate with a
Bachelor’s of Science degree in
Criminal Justice
1.5 years as a patrol deputy with the
Lamoille County Sheriff’s Department
-Past work in construction and at
VT Donut Enterprises
Officer Jesse Sawyer
- Massachusetts native
- 5.5 years as a detective assigned to
the Special Investigations Unit at the
Lamoille County Sheriff’s Department
- Four years as a patrol officer with
Essex PD
- Under two years as a patrol officer with
Williston PD
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been away from home.
“I know responsibility
and leadership,” said Brooks
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leader in his Boy Scouts
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think I’ll handle it well.”
POLICE
other possible locations.
“(Burlington)
was from page 1
selected because it presents
the best mix of infrastructure, including firearm and Taser one of the many reasons I
airspace and overall cost usage. One challenge the chose to work here.” He says that he has
to the Air Force,” Timothy out of two officers have to
Bridges, deputy assistant overcome – as do most new met many people from the
secretary of the Air Force for members of the department – community and received
installations, said in a 2013 is learning the geography of support and good tidings from
many.
press release announcing the town.
Bitka has said that his
“Last week, my training
the decision, noting the
transition
has
been
enjoyable
officer
and I assisted a
joint training opportunities
High
School
available with Air Force bases and he has been slowly been Colchester
in Massachusetts and New learning the layout of the student that was involved in a
motor vehicle crash. Later that
York as well as a Canadian town.
“Colchester
has
a
diverse
day, the student and her parent
military base in Quebec.
Rev. Cook said the geographical area between arrived at the department to
2013 public hearings were the bay area, the numerous personally thank us for helping
inadequate and left questions commercial and industrial her child,” Bitka said. “That
sectors, as well as the various simple gesture was unexpected
unanswered.
institutions.” but well received. It definitely
“In our judgment, the educational
debate wasn’t robust enough, Bitka said. “It is a busy town made my day. I felt proud to
and the questions we have and almost always there is be a member of the Colchester
raised were not addressed something going on. That’s Police Department.“
with any clarity” he said.
“There are a lot of economic
forces that really want to see
the F-35 based here.”
“There is an element of
bullying in this process … that
runs counter to the democratic
culture of Vermont,” Rabbi
Chasan echoed. “Questions
persist in the minds and hearts
Officer Victor Bitca
of so many people. What is the
- Naturalized in 2007 as a U.S. citizen
harm in having this discussion
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OPINION
Letters To The Editor
Perspective
Mazza, Dakin and Purvis
identify top issue
Before the question asked
COLCHESTER’S
of our legislative delegation
gets too old and newer issues
CHRONICLER
surface, this column will
concentrate on the answers
given by our remaining
legislators to this inquiry:
Inge
Briefly, what state issue do
you feel will most impact
Schaefer
Colchester and how would
you resolve it? Last week Rep.
Jim Condon’s remarks were
provided, and the column
before that contained those
of Rep. Patrick Brennan. Here are the thoughts of Rep. Maureen
Dakin: “Clearly the number one issue in Colchester and much of
Vermont is the burden of taxes, especially property taxes and the
education funding mechanism. They are intrinsically intertwined. To
‘fix’ the problem will take a rewrite of the tax laws, but I don’t see
that happening this session, and taxpayers are looking for relief now.
“Right now, there are too many people who don’t share in the
cost of education. Some may be getting ‘prebates’ as they were
initially called. In some cases property owners with incomes up to
$90,000 are eligible to receive them. That income threshold may be
higher than we can afford at this time. Renters may receive ‘renters
rebates,’ which is a fine idea given the cost of renting in Vermont
and especially in Chittenden County. The idea here assumes the
property taxes are being paid by the property owner, which is true.
But, does it mean that renters shouldn’t have to pay something more
directly toward funding education? To have a stake in it? It’s worth
exploring. If consolidation of school administration duties does
indeed save money, then this must go forward. It seems logical, but
I haven’t seen numbers that support it. Many people cite the cost of
mandates. If at all possible, I would refrain from any new mandates
and would review the existing ones.
“Many people also cite the teachers union as the reason for high
property taxes. That may or may not be the case, but it’s clear that
all parties need to come to the table prepared to make concessions
that create an atmosphere conducive to passing budgets and
maintaining the high quality of education that Colchester enjoys.
Whatever gets passed, it must be understandable to everyone. I’m
like most people in that if I can’t understand it, I am suspect of it.
Sometimes I trust the messenger enough to support it, but with trust
in government at an all-time low, that’s not good enough any longer.
Clarity, transparency, whatever we call it, is essential.
“While ‘single-payer’ health insurance is dead there are still
measures to be considered and one is cost containment. It directly
affects all our budgets and our health. A change in committee
structure may also have positive effects. Committees that
traditionally have focused primarily on policy will now be more
closely involved in the cost and funding of all policy changes. To
some this may be an “inside the beltway” issue, but it does directly
impact how the Legislature conducts business. Many ideas will be
floated, and hopefully the cream will rise to the top.”
Rep. Joey Purvis has this to say: “The predominant complaint
I’ve heard is one of affordability in Vermont. Whether you are
in your 20s paying high rent or 60-plus struggling to pay your
rising property taxes on a fixed income, Vermont has become
too expensive. We know that education costs are the biggest
share of our tax bill. The number of students in classrooms have
declined, but school costs have increased during that time. If you
ran a business or a household the same way, bankruptcy would be
inevitable. In my opinion, our school and select boards took the
right step when they passed a resolution to cap education spending.
In the Statehouse, I will listen to all sides of how to uncomplicate
Acts 60 and 68, the laws that continue to increase taxes. We must
cut spending at both the town and state levels and not simply shift
cost to another ill-fated formula.”
And finally, from Sen. Richard Mazza: “In his inaugural
address, Gov. Shumlin said that cleaning up the lake and waterways
will be a top priority for the Legislature this session, which is good
news for Colchester. We are home to 27 miles of lakeshore, and the
quality of the lake has a direct impact on our quality of life.
“Over the past two years, Colchester’s Integrated Water
Resources Management Plan has received recognition from the
American Council of Engineering Companies of Vermont and the
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation. The plan
takes an integrative approach to addressing Colchester’s water and
lakeshore resources by treating water uses, land uses, and storm and
wastewater management as interdependent issues. I believe that this
proposal is a step in the right direction, and that it makes a number
of important recommendations to managing our water resources,
from proposing new sewer connections to calling for periodic
inspections of at-risk areas. Ultimately, any plan regarding shoreline
and water quality issues that legislators pursue must take into
account the views of those in the Lake Champlain community. In
2013, I received more calls on a lakeshore regulation bill than any
other bill that session. A clean lake must be our goal, but input from
the lakeshore community is crucial to finding a sustainable solution,
and I will do everything in my power to ensure Colchester’s
Integrated Water Resources Management Plan remains in tact.”
Sen. Mazza also mentioned property taxes as a top priority, but in
fairness, sticking to one issue was the deal, for this column, at least.
His last line, however, probably sums up the thoughts of the entire
Colchester delegation as it applies to education funding: “We have
to cut costs without compromising quality.”
A couple of other town tidbits – Town Meeting night, March 2, in
the high school cafeteria will feature a free dinner at 5:30 p.m. Our
legislators usually share a few thoughts at this time, and then the
town and school reports follow at 7:30 p.m. When you arrive, pick
up a copy of the 93rd Annual Report, which this year is dedicated
to long-time town employee and volunteer, Joyce Sweeney. A
Severance at birth, her family arrived in Colchester about 1800.
For well more than 50 years, Joyce has served this community
as outlined under her photo in the report. Not mentioned is her
legislative service in the House, and more recently her help with
the town’s 250th Anniversary Celebration in 2013. Small in statute,
she is, nevertheless, a powerhouse — a combination of being as
tough as nails when on a town assignment yet acting with a gentle
kindness to others that captures any heart. She is the perfect choice
for this honor, and the town is blessed to have her as one of its
citizens.
The ice skating rink at Airport Park is open and regularly
maintained so come on down to Colchester Point Road, off Porters
Point Road, and enjoy. There are lights for evening skating. Cross
Country trails are also being groomed, so check out our local parks
to brighten up these long winter months.
On Feb. 18, Lake Champlain Access TV (LCATV), Ch. 16, will
conduct a Colchester forum at 7 p.m., chatting with candidates.
Phone-in questions are usually welcome. In my Feb. 26, there
will be an interview with Marc Landry and Shirley Meier, both
running for a two-year selectboard seat.
Valentine’s Day is Saturday – do share the love, and God bless.
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Level the playing field with
local sales tax
The Board of Directors of the Colchester Community
Development Corporation (CCDC) recommends that the voters
of Colchester support the ballot item to adopt a Local Option
tax (LOT).
The Colchester selectboard is to be commended for having
the foresight to go one step further than other towns that have
adopted this tax. In the 13 other towns where there is already a
LOT, these funds go directly into the town’s general operating
funds that are essentially controlled by the town government
with little or no input from its town voters. The proposal
from the selectboard sets out that the LOT can be used only
to pay down debt on capital projects previously approved by
Colchester voters.
What this means to every Colchester citizen is that this
money will be used to pay down already existing debt that is
currently being paid for by your property taxes. It also means
that any future infrastructure improvements in Colchester
will have a funding mechanism to meet these capital needs,
but only after town voters approve such projects in a separate
ballot item.
Many have said that we shouldn’t expect our neighbors to
pay our bills, (i.e., non-Colchester residents should not fund
our capital projects.) The CCDC board believes that most
of us are already paying other communities’ bills by paying
surrounding communities’ LOT. We see this as an opportunity
for Colchester to “level the playing field.” And Colchester
residents can, at the same time, protect their rights to determine
which capital projects should be funded in the future.
CCDC believes that the LOT ballot item presented to
Colchester voters is a sound approach to generate revenue,
outside of property taxes, that will be spent in a prudent
fashion for needs that the residents of Colchester have clearly
identified through the ballot process. We urge Colchester
citizens to vote “Yes” on the Local Option Tax proposal on
March 3.
Maureen Garofano
Colchester Community Development
Corporation president
LOT? Vote not
Now the town wants us to vote in another tax called the
Local Option Sales Tax (LOT). Why should we vote yes when
at the public hearings, residents pointed out the disadvantages,
questioned the different levels of ambiguity, and wanted clarity
on the unknowns that the town agreed were unknown? But we
all know their minds were made up. What else is new?
The town would have us believe this tax is to reduce our
debt and for other “voter approved” projects. Are you kidding
me? The Hazelett 14-acre property was a voter approved
acquisition when the town promoted the vote based on an
Oct. 7, 2003, public forum in a townwide flyer saying “the
most popular recommended use (for) a multi-generational
community recreational center.” Now what do we own? A taxexempt property providing no amenities to the taxpayers.
How about this? Sell the Hazelett property and put that
money toward the “possible uses” that they want from the local
option tax. Kills two birds: raises revenue and removes the
Hazelett property from our debt service.
Remember, in 2004 a homeowner with an assessed value of
250,000 would ONLY pay $15.82 per year for 20 years. In 11
years, what have the taxpayers received for their “investment
in the future?” There is no parking, no hiking trails, no picnic
area and even though that property has a beachfront of one and
half football fields, when was the last time you saw a resident
lounging on the beach or launching a kayak?
I would be curious to know how many dollars have been
spent on studies, or is that something they still need to do? All
in all, there is still nothing to show for this investment and no
one knows when there will be. If history is our teacher, now
is not the time to put more money in the coffers of the town
with no discernible concrete plan other than to pay down debts
that should be the sole responsibility of the town. Vote no to
Colchester’s Local Options Sales Tax proposal.
Albert Loranger
Colchester
In negotiations, selectboard needs
to step up
I have a concern on how the Colchester Selectboard intends
to handle the upcoming labor negotiations with the various
unions that perform the work for us all (“Selectboard delegates
union negotiations” Jan. 19). They intend to have the leading
appointed officials negotiating and have indicated they will not
be in attendance for these negotiations.
I have no problem with the negotiations being primarily
conducted by the appointed town officials, but I do believe the
selectboard has an obligation to the voters to be in attendance
for leadership reasons, voter accountability and transparency,
and to exert a level of control over the proceedings. I do not
understand what activity could be more important for them to
spend their time on than these negotiations. I do not believe
that the selectboard can have a level of transparency with the
voters if they are not present for the negotiations. Further,
given the issues regarding ever-increasing budgets, I believe
it is mandatory for the selectboard to have members present
at proceedings that have such significant and long-reaching
financial consequences on the voters.
For the teachers union negotiations, the Colchester School
Board chairman could not be present due to a conflict of
interest. Lacking his leadership, a contract was signed that was
at least 33 percent higher in cost than it should have been. Had
we had the leadership of the chairman, things might have been
different. We will pay for this for the next three years.
I see no reason for all board members to be there, but there
should be one at least representing the people who put them in
office.
Please let the members of the selectboard know how you
feel. The potential issues and ramifications are significant
enough that the voters should tell the selectboard they want
them to perform these negotiations.
Michael J. Wilson
Colchester
Vermont — an agricultural classroom
By CHUCK ROSS
Higher education in Vermont is working to make the state
the best place for farm and food education in the country.
“First,” “Most,” and “Highest” often describe the Vermont
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organic farms, community supported enterprises, and farmers’
markets than any other state in the country. The state is also the
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With the foundation of Vermont’s leadership in sustainable
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tapping Vermont’s agricultural traditions and entrepreneurism
to make Vermont the emerging epicenter of the nation’s food
system renewal.
Providing academic programming and certificates in almost
two dozen core areas of food systems study, Vermont farm and
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It empowers participants with invaluable tools for helping
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The Consortium has launched website (www.
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Here in Vermont, educators and innovators are mentoring
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leading the way to real change.
Chuck Ross is Vermont’s Secretary of Agriculture.
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BOOK REVIEWS
W E E K LY
“In Real Life,”
by Doctorow, Cory & Jen Wang
Juvenile Graphic Novel, 2014
The following information highlights some activities performed
by the Town from February _______.
Reviewed by Hannah Peacock, Youth Services Librarian
Town Manager’s Office
Reported by Dawn Francis, town manager
Our office has completed several publications reporting on the past
fiscal year ending June 30, 2014, including a clean audit and an
annual report. We have also received the Selectboard’s approval for
a FY 16 budget that will be voted upon on March 3. A special Town
Meeting supplement to the Colchester Sun was delivered this week
to all residents; take a look to become better informed. Annual
reports and the supplement can be picked up at the Library or Town
Clerk’s office, or call (802) 264-5509 to request copies.
Budget: www.colchestervt.gov/Manager/TownMeeting.shtml
Town Report: www.colchestervt.gov/Manager/TownReports.shtml
Audit Report and Management Discussion and Analysis:
www.colchestervt.gov/Finance/auditreports/2014FinancialStatem
ents.pdf
“In Real Life” is an eye-opening graphic novel about consumerism,
exploitation and empowering girls through online gaming.
Anda loves to escape into Coarsegold Online, a place where she can
shed the confines of her boring everyday life. She soon gets caught
up in a corrupt world of online trading and battling. As she delves
in deeper, Anda realizes that real people are behind the Avatars, real
people who are being treated unfairly.
Without being cynical, Cory Doctorow’s introduction eloquently
explains the message he is trying to get across. The issues are serious
and relevant, yet this graphic novel is eye-opening without being
preachy.
A powerful read for gamers, girls and parents of kids and teens who
spend time in online realms.
Recommended for grades 6-10.
Clerk’s Office
Reported by Karen Richard, town clerk
We are preparing for Town Meeting on March 2 beginning at 7:30
p.m. at CHS and the next election on March 3, 2015. Look for
postcards to the voting households in District 9-1 (comprised of the
area east of I-89, the west side of I-89 north of the Malletts Creek
inlet and excluding the south side of Blakely Road) as a reminder
that we are no longer voting at the Meeting House on Main Street
due to lack of parking and accessibility for persons with disabilities.
All voting now and in future will happen at the Colchester High
School Gymnasium. Hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Ballots will arrive
by Feb. 11, which is when Early Voting can begin. You can stop by
the office to vote or call (802) 264-5520 to request that a ballot be
mailed to you.
Taxes are due on Monday March 16, as the 15 falls on a Sunday. This
is the third and final installment for this fiscal year. Retain the top
portion of your bill, which has the necessary information to file for
your homestead and state credit, if applicable.
Dogs are required to be licensed by April 1. It is the law. Bring in a
copy of the rabies certificate, which is required to be on file, in order
to process the license.
For more information about the Town Clerk’s Office, colchestervt.
gov/TownClerk/townClerkHome.shtml or call (802) 264-5520.
“A Storm of Swords,”
by George R. R. Martin
Adult Fiction, 2000
Reviewed by Josh Muse, Adult Services
Well, if you’ve made it to book three in this series, then a review is
probably redundant – but here goes. Circumstances become increasingly
dire for the surviving protagonists – be they noble Starks or conflicted
Lannisters, a conqueror of cities or the principled aide to a King – who
are each tested in their own ways. Martin gives us plot twists a plenty,
as surprising partnerships have dramatic results all over the land, and
secrets from previous books become revealed. It’s worth pointing
out that Storm of Swords is a very long book. Its 973 pages outweigh
the already hefty “Clash of Kings” by more than 200 pages, and so
much goes on that it was split into seasons three and four of the HBO
television show. There is also a gradual increase in the supernatural
elements found in Martin’s seemingly low-magic world, as the peril
beyond the wall becomes ever more prominent.
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Vermont. Volunteers should be able to stand for 2 hours at a time
and lift up to 25 pounds. Contact Nicole Mitchell at 477-4146 or
[email protected].
By SUE ALENICK
United Way Volunteer
Volunteer once a week, once a month or once in a while.
The listings below are a sample of the 300+ volunteer
needs from more than 250 agencies found online at www.
unitedwaycc.org. More information available at 860-1677,
Mon.-Fri. from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Food for thought
A number of local groups provide meals and packaged food
for residents and guests at local meal sites. They need volunteers
to help prepare and serve meals and sort and pack food to meet
these needs:
A NEW Place – Prepare a meal for 25 shelter guests and
deliver it to the shelter at 7 p.m. on a pre-arranged schedule. Find
available evenings online at anewplacevt.org/meals/. Contact
Hannah Andersen at 862-9879 or [email protected].
Burlington Dismas House – Individuals and groups are invited
to prepare a meal and join residents for a family style dinner
for 10-15 people. Burlington contact Sierra Flynn at 658-0381
or [email protected]; Winooski contact Sue Drollette
at 655-0300 or [email protected].
Ronald McDonald House – Volunteers can use cooking and/
or baking skills to make cookies, prepare a dessert or plan and
create a dinner meal for guest families, about 10-12 people. Usual
time slots are 10 a.m.-noon and 2-5 p.m. Volunteers provide the
food and cook in our kitchen. Contact Deanna Cameron at 8624943 or [email protected].
Salvation Army – Individuals and groups can help prepare
and serve meals to about 120 people between 5 and 6 p.m.
Monday-Satrday. Contact Major Patti Murray at 864-6991
or [email protected].
Vermont Foodbank – Help sort and pack good to be
distributed to food shelves, meal sites and individuals throughout
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United Way’ Neighbor Rides program needs volunteer drivers
to use their personal vehicles to transport seniors and persons
with disabilities to life-sustaining and life-enriching activities.
This may include medical appointments, supermarkets, adult
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background check also required. Contact Alyson Platzer at 8617833 or [email protected].
On the board
Child Care Resource is looking for volunteer board members
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a month to board work and are willing to participate in raising
funds. Contact Elizabeth Meyer, Executive Director, at 863-3367
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Plan ahead for March:
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blazes and hanging TNC signs. Work can be strenuous,
especially along steep topography and in heavy snow. Contact
the Volunteer Coordinator at 802-229-4425 or
[email protected].
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has been diligently maintained, modernized and caringly improved. Highlights
include 4+ car finished garage, Art/hobby studio, modern kitchen, formal and
informal areas, estate like grounds, in ground pool and more. This is a must be
seen to be appreciated property. Call for your private showing. South Milton
Four Seasons Real Estate Inc. 802-893-4316
Trivia Mania. Nectar’s presents Trivia Mania, a pub style trivia game. Questions
are displayed on the TVs and are read
aloud. Categories range from pop culture, history, science, literature and more.
Entertainment provided by Top Hat DJS.
All ages. Nectars, Burlington, 7-9:30
p.m. Free. Info: 658-4771.
Friday
HomeShare VT Meeting. HomeShare Vermont will be hosting an informational
meeting. HomeShare Vermont is a local non-profit that has over 30 years of
experience introducing people who are
looking for housing with those who have
homes to share. This 30-minute meeting is designed to answer all questions
regarding the agency’s programs and
services. Call ahead to reserve a space.
HomeShare Vermont Office, South Burlington, 12-12:30 p.m. Free. Contact
Shannon: 863-5625.
Elder Education Enrichment Lecture. The
Elder Education Enrichment group will
be offering the next installment of their
spring lecture series with University of
Vermont Professor of Environmental
Studies, Adrian Ivakhiv. Ivakhiv will present a lecture entitled “Information War:
The Crisis in Ukraine in Russian, Ukrainian and Western Media.” Parking and
handicap access available. Coffee and
refreshments served before the lecture.
Faith United Methodist Church, South
Burlington. Coffee 1:15 p.m., lecture 2
p.m. $5 at the door. Information: 8643516.
VFW Community Meal. The VFW Post 6689
will be hosting their weekly community
meal. This week’s menu will include the
post’s popular Southern fish fry. All are
invited including members and non-members. VFW Post 6689, Essex Junction,
6-7 p.m. $10. Information: 878-0700.
Contra Dance. Queen City Contra will be
holding its regular contra dance. Music
will be provided by Shindy and Luke
Donforth will be the caller. All are welcome, all dances taught. No partner or
experience necessary. Bring clean, softsoled shoes for dancing. Beginners’ session at 7:45 p.m. Shelburne Town Hall,
Shelburne, 8 p.m. $8 adults; children under 12 free. Information: 371-9492 or
www.queencitycontras.org.
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Purrrses for Paws Fundraiser. The Humane
Society of Chittenden County will host
this evening of purses, cocktails and hors
d’oeuvres. New and gently used bags,
purses and clutches will be available for
sale, silent auction and live auction. The
funds raised from the event will cover the
costs of caring for and responsibly rehoming of animals they accept each year.
Ticket price includes one complimentary
drink. Pizzagalli Center at Shelburne
Museum, Shelburne, 6-8:30 p.m. $25.
Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/purrrsesfor-paws-tickets-15005477788
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Offer products, programs
or services for kids?
Thursday
The “Love the Library” Book Sale. Come to
Richmond to shop from a fantastic selection of quality books and media for all
ages, enjoy live local music, raffle prizes
and baked goods. Raffle prizes include
restaurant gift cards, T-shirts, local business gift cards and more. The sale is organized by the Friends of the Richmond
Free Library and helps to make many of
the library’s programs and acquisitions
possible. Richmond Free Library, Richmond, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $5 bag sale from
1-3 p.m. Information: 434-3036. NOFA Vermont’s Children’s Conference.
The next generation of farmers, gardeners, and food lovers are invited to
participate in two days of special pro-
DNA TESTS: MATERNAL
AND PATERNAL LINES.
In this class participants will learn how tests for
maternal and paternal lineages work, their
power and their limitations, as well as when
we should use them. This class will cover costs,
support tools, websites and how to analyze the
data. Actual test results will be used to demonstrate the application of these tools to genealogical problems. Vermont Genealogy Library,
Colchester, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. $5. Information:
www.vtgenlib.org or 310-9285.
gramming. Children 5-12 years old can
participate in hands-on workshops that
foster the understanding and appreciation of food, farming and agricultural
traditions. The workshops are taught
by a skilled group of educators, yogis,
musicians, artists, farmers, foresters and
environmentalists. Continues Feb. 15. Davis Center, UVM Campus, Burlington, 8
a.m.-5 p.m. $30 per child, per day, with
limited space. Information: nofavt.org/
conference/childrens.
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Sunday
Cribbage Tournament. Essex Junction Senior
Center at 1 p.m. $6 to play with cash
prizes. Call 576-4087 for information.
Pancake Breakfast. The Grace United Methodist Church will be hosting a pancake
breakfast. The menu will consist of
scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, coffee, tea and juice. All are welcomed and
it is free or one can leave a donation.
Grace United Methodist Church, Essex
Junction, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Free.
Contact Elizabeth: 878-5923.
2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off Contest. As part
of Milton’s Winter Festival, the Friends of
the Milton Library will be holding their
2nd annual Chili Cook Off Contest. Winner will receive a gift card to Hannaford.
All proceeds to help support library programs. Tickets include tastings, a cup of
your favorite chili or chilidog, cornbread,
and beverage. If you would like to enter
your favorite chili, call 893-4644. Milton
Public Library, Milton, 11:30 a.m.-1:30
p.m. $5. Information: 893-4644.
Burlington’s Urban Forest: A Century of
Change. Branch Out Burlington will be
hosting City Arborist for the Burlington
Department of Parks, Recreation and
Waterfront, Warren Spinner. Spinner will
share his insights about Burlington’s city
forest then and now. He will show archive
photos of Burlington’s tree-lined streets
before and after the Dutch elm disease
plagued the area. He will explain his
strategy for protecting and enhancing
Burlington’s urban forest to ensure it remains healthy and thrives. Homemade
refreshments will be served. Aiken Center at the University of Vermont, Burlington, 4 p.m. Free. Information: mskinner@
uvm.edu and 656-5440.
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Trivia Night. Trivia buffs gather for a meeting of the minds. Hotel Vermont lobby,
Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Contact: 6515012.
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Tuesday
Movies at Main Street Landing: “How to
Marry a Millionaire.” The Movies at
Main Street Landing series present the
1953 CinemaScope classic “How to
Marry a Millionaire,” starring film icons
Marilyn Monroe, Betty Grable, Lauren
Bacall, and William Powell. Main Street
Landing Film House, Burlington, 7 p.m.
Donations benefit local charities. Contact: 540-3018.
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Wednesday
Kelley Marketing Group Breakfast Meeting.
Professionals in marketing, advertising, communications, social media and
related areas brainstorm ideas for a
non-profit organization each month. New
members welcome. Ireland Building 217,
Champlain College, Burlington. 7:45-9
a.m. Free. Information: 865-6495.
Unfiltered: Wine and Poetry. Shelburne Vineyards reconvenes its popular poetry
event which gives the opportunity for
local poets and poetry lovers to gather
together to read and listen to the works
of each others. All poets, genres and
topics are welcome from classic rhyming
and free verse and from words of reflection, love, humor and description. Come
early to mingle together over a glass of
wine and then move upstairs to the Loft
where seating will be available. Shelburne Vineyards, Shelburne, 6 p.m. Free.
Information: shelburnevineyards.com
German-English Conversation Group. Sprechen Sie Deutsch? Meet others in the
community who do. Join the group and
practice foreign language conversation.
Fluency not required nor is attendance
at every meeting. Fletcher Free Library,
6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact Barbara: 8657211.
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Thursday
Monday
Elder Education Enrichment Lecture. The Elder Education Enrichment group will be
offering the next installment of their
spring lecture series with Vermont trial
judge, Dean Pineles. Judge Pineles will
present a lecture entitled “Trials and
Tribulations of an International Criminal
Judge in Kosovo, 2011-2013.” Parking
and handicap access available. Coffee and refreshments served before the
lecture. Faith United Methodist Church,
South Burlington. Coffee 1:15 p.m., lecture 2 p.m. $5 at the door. Information:
864-3516.
Shape and Share Life Stories. Prompts trigger real life experience stories, which
are crafted into engaging narrative
and shared with the group. Led by Recille Hamrell. Dorothy Alling Memorial
Library, Williston, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free
and open to all adults. Information: 8784918 or www.williston.lib.vt.us.
Mount Mansfield Scale Modelers Meetings.
The Mount Mansfield Scale Modelers
meetings are informational gatherings
of scale model enthusiasts that happen
on the third Thursday of each month.
Builders of all areas of interest and skill
level are welcome. The meetings offer an
opportunity to showcase individual projects, discuss tips, offer helpful technique
advice, and gain inspiration. Brownell
Library, Essex Junction, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Free. Info: 879-0765
ONGOING
Essex Art League Meetings. Meetings happen on the first Thursday of the month.
The meeting agenda includes a business
and social time, and features a guest
artist presentation. Essex Junction Congregational Church, Essex Junction, 9-11
a.m. Information: www.essexartleague.
com.
Celebrate Recovery. Thursdays. This confidential 12 Step recovery program puts
faith in Jesus Christ at the heart of heal-
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ing. We offer multiple support groups
for both men and women, such as chemical dependency, co-dependency, sexual
addiction and pornography, food issues,
and overcoming abuse. All 18+ are welcome. Sorry, no childcare. Essex Alliance
Church, Essex. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.,
sessions begin at 7 p.m. Information: [email protected] or 310-9062.
Essex Rotary Meeting. Essex Rotary Meetings are held on Wednesdays at 12:10
p.m. at The Essex. Serving the communities of Essex, Essex Junction, Jericho and
Underhill.
Colchester-Milton Rotary meeting. Thursdays. Serving the communities of Colchester, Milton and the Champlain Islands. Hampton Inn, Colchester, 12 p.m.
Mah Jongg. Join other Mah Jongg enthusiasts
ages 50 and over, at the Essex Junction
Senior Center at 10 a.m. on Mondays
and Fridays. New players are always
welcome. Free to members of EJSC, others pay $1per day. Membership at EJSC
is open to anyone 50 years of age and
older and is $12 per year. Contact: 8765087 or [email protected]. Jazzercise Lite for 50 Plus. A fun, easy dance
and fitness class that combines dance,
yoga, pilates and strength training for all
levels of fitness with instructor Kit Sayers.
10-visit punch pass can be purchased at
Essex Junction Senior Center. Essex Junction Senior Center, Essex Junction. Tuesdays 8-9 a.m. and Thursdays 11 a.m.-12
p.m. $30 members, $35 non-members.
Contact Lou Ann: 876-5087.
Movie Matinees. Colchester Parks and Recreation offers movie matinees on the second and fourth Fridays of each month.
Popcorn and coffee will be provided.
Movies begin at 1 p.m. Free. 781 Blakely Road, Colchester. Information: 2645640.
CVAA Tai Chi for Arthritis. Due to popular
demand, CVAA will be sponsoring Tai Chi
for Arthritis. Wednesday evenings. The
class is offered to anyone age 50 and
older. It is intended for adults who are
still in the workforce. Winooski Senior
Center, Winooski, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Contact Rachael: 865-0360 or rachael@
cvaa.org.
Newcomers Club. Newcomers Club’s organized day trips, lunches and dinners are
a great way of making friends and get
acquainted with things in the community.
The club meets on Wednesdays twice
monthly from September to June. Contact
Dana 864-0766 or Orchard 985-3870.
Senior Strength. HammerFit Gym in Essex offers a 50-minute guided exercise class
for anyone over the age of 50. The session begins with a warm up, stretching
exercises, then strength training using
Hammer Strength equipment with guidance. The class ends with a relaxing
stretch and cool down, and participants
are welcome to use the cardio machines
before or after if they wish. HammerFit
Gym, Essex, Mondays and Thursdays
9:30 a.m. $5. Information: 878-0444.
Essex Community Justice Center’s Citizen
Advisory Board Meetings. Meetings
take place on the second Wednesday of
all even numbered months. The Community Justice Center provides restorative
responses to crime and conflict in the
greater Essex area. The Citizens Advisory Board advises the Community Justice
Center on policy, direction and programming in an ongoing capacity. Community
Justice Center, Essex Junction, 5:30 p.m.
Contact Kate: 662-0001 or at [email protected].
Essex Eats Out Community Meals. Essex Eats
Out seeks to build community connections by providing healthy, free meals in
a warm, safe and inclusive atmosphere.
Meals will be served: first Friday at First
Congregational Church; second Friday
at Holy Family/St. Lawrence Parish Center; third Friday at St. James Church;
fourth Friday at Essex United Methodist
Church; and fifth Friday when applicable
at St. Pius X Church. 5:30-7 p.m. each
week. Transportation available. Call
Dawn Thursday by 9 a.m. to schedule
Friday transit: 878-7622. Information:
[email protected] or www.essexeatsout.org.
Bagpipe and Drum Lessons. The St. Andrew’s
Pipeband of Vermont offers instruction
for bag piping and drumming as an encouragement and incentive for attracting
new members. The instructional program
is designed to integrate and transition
a piper or drummer into the “parade”
band at a level of basic competency.
St. James Episcopal Church, Essex Junction, Wednesday evenings. Free. Contact
Beth: 343-4738.
Drop-In Pottery Wheel Class. Spend Friday
nights with our pottery instructors learning the basics of wheel working. Try the
wheel and have some fun with other beginner potters. Through demonstrations
and individual instruction, students will
learn the basics of preparing and cen-
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EVENTS AT BURNHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Thursday, February 12
B*Tween the Classics: Read-a-loud. Remember when you were small and librarians
read stories to you? Remember how fun that was? Come listen to some great stories.
Snack will be provided. For ages 12-15. 4:30-6 p.m.
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Let us know.
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Saturday, February 14
Friends of the Library Winter Book Sale. Don’t miss this wide variety of gently used
books and audiovisual materials, all at bargain prices. The sale will include books,
CDs, movies, and more, for kids and adults. Can you help at the sale? The Friends
need extra hands; call 264-5660 for info about volunteering. 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Tuesday, February 17
Teen Tinker Tuesday: Miniature Book Charms. We’re making tiny books for necklaces,
key chains, phone charms, or just by themselves. For ages 12 and up. Register
online. 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 18
Tabletop Gaming Night at the Colchester Meeting House. Are you interested in Eurostyle board games, like Settlers of Catan or Ticket to Ride? Or maybe you’re into
pen and paper role playing games like Dungeons and Dragons, or collectible card
games such as Magic the Gathering? No matter your level of experience and game
of choice, you can join us for an evening of games of every shape and size. For
participants age 14 to adult. 5:30-7:45 p.m.
Pajama Storytime. Little ones of all ages cuddle up in pajamas and listen to bedtime
stories. We’ll serve the cookies and milk. No signup required. 6:30 p.m.
Burnham Library Trustees Meeting. The library’s trustees meet monthly, and meetings
are open to the public. 4 p.m.
Come see the 7 girls
ONGOING
Free Tax Filing Help for Seniors and Lower Income Households. Saturdays. AARP’s Tax
Aide Service volunteers file taxes for seniors (55+) and lower income households
(less than $35,000). Call 264-5660 (and choose option 3 and then 1) to setup an
appointment. 9:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m. (Saturdays) and 1-4 p.m. (Tuesdays).
One-on-One Tutoring. Wednesdays and Saturdays beginning Jan. 21. Students from
the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’ Colchester campus will be
tutoring students in reading, math and science. The program is focused on grades
1-6, but tutoring is available for other grades in certain subjects. Mondays, 5-8 p.m.;
Wednesdays, from 4-7 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. There is no fee for the
service. Call 264-5660 to sign up, or for more information.
Burnham Knitters. Knitters of all skill levels meet Wednesdays. Beginners welcome. Colchester Meeting House or Burnham Memorial Library. 6-8 p.m.
Preschool Music. Tuesdays. Come to the library for music and fun. Best for ages 3-5.
Sponsored by the Friends of Burnham Library. 11:30 a.m.
Drop-in Story Time. Saturdays. A weekly selection of music and books for children of all
ages. No sign-up required. 10 a.m. Contact: 878-0313.
Toddler Story Time. Tuesdays. A weekly selection of music, rhymes and stories. For ages
18 months-3 years. Call to sign-up. 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Story Time. Thursdays. Come for stories followed by a craft or activity. For
ages 3-6. Call to register. 10:30 a.m.
Drop-in Gentle Hatha Yoga. No class, Oct. 28. Tuesdays. Bring a mat and enjoy poses
for mindful stretching and relaxation. A registered nurse of over 30 years, Betty
Molnar is certified as a Hatha Yoga instructor from the Temple of Kriya Yoga in
Chicago. Beginners and intermediates welcome. Sponsored by the Friends of the
Burnham Library. 4:30 p.m.
Saturday Drop-in Story Time. Saturdays. A weekly selection of music and books for
children of all ages. No sign-up required. 10 a.m.
Burnham Library hours
Monday, Wednesday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Friday: 12-5 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
898 Main Street, Colchester
Contact: 879-7576 or [email protected].
tering the clay and making cups, mugs
and bowls. Price includes one fired and
glazed piece per participant. Additional
fired and glazed pieces are $5 each. No
registration necessary but space is limited. First come, first serve. BCA Print and
Wheel Studio, Burlington, Fridays 8-10
p.m. $12. Contact: 865-7166.
Drop-In Life Drawing Class. This drop-in life
drawing class is open to all levels and facilitated by local painter Glynnis Fawkes.
Spend the evening with other artists,
drawing one of our experienced models.
Bring drawing materials and paper. No
registration necessary. Ages 16 and up.
BCA Center, Burlington, Mondays 6:308:30 p.m. $8. Contact: 865-7166.
Free Yoga for Survivors. H.O.P.E. Works is
offering a free and confidential traumainformed yoga program for survivors of
sexual violence. Meets on the first Saturday of each month. Registration is required to attend. Laughing River Yoga,
Burlington, 1:30 p.m. Free. Contact: 8640555, x19 or [email protected].
Creative Tuesdays. Artists exercise their imaginations with recycled crafts. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3:15-5
p.m. Contact: 865-7216.
Beginner yoga classes. Tuesdays. In lieu of a
fee, bring a non-perishable item or monetary donation for the Richmond Food
Shelf. Richmond Free Library, 201 Bridge
Street, Richmond, 6-7 p.m. Contact: [email protected] or 318-5570.
Burlington Writers Workshop. A free writing
workshop for all Vermonters. Meets every
Wednesday in downtown Burlington. Free
and open to the public. Participants must
register at meetup.com. More info: burlingtonwritersworkshop.com.
Cell Phones For Soldiers. Local residents
can support these collection drives by
donating their old cell phones at A. W.
Rich Funeral Home, 57 Main Street, Essex Junction or at the American Legion,
3650 Roosevelt Highway, Colchester. Collections accepted 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact:
849-6261.
Charmed
Sterling silver and 14kt gold charm bracelets.
185 Bank Street
Downtown Burlington
(802) 862-3042
TickTockJewelers.com
Family Owned & Operated For 60 Years
Fine Jewelry, Watch Repair & Batteries Changed On The Premises,
Acquisition of Gold and Estate Jewelery
Colchester
Religious Directory
Champlain Echoes. A women’s four-part harmony chorus group seeks additional women to sing in their holiday performances.
Meetings are Monday nights. The Pines,
Aspen Drive, South Burlington, 6:30 p.m.
Contact: 655-2174.
Daybreak Community Church
67 Creek Farm Plaza, Colchester VT. 05446
802-338-9118 or [email protected]
www.daybreakvermont.org
Sunday Service at 10:30am
Lead Pastor, Brent Devenney
Community Wellness Day. Practitioners offer
Reiki, Shiatsu, aromatherapy, acupressure,
energy work and more to those looking to
experience alternative healing. 2 Wolves
Holistic Center in Vergennes, 9:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. most Fridays. Sliding-scale donations; preregister the Tuesday prior.
Contact: [email protected] or
870-0361.
Holy Cross Church
416 Church Road, Colchester; 863-3002
Mass Schedule
Saturday: 4:30 p.m.;
Sunday: 8:45 a.m.
Tuesday - Wednesday & Friday: 9 a.m.
For Catholics who are returning home to the Church,
welcome. We are happy that the Holy Spirit is leading you
and we are pleased to welcome you.
Come Join Us!
English As A Second Language Classes. Improve your English conversation skills and
meet new people. Wednesdays. Administrative Conference Room: intermediate/
advanced. Pickering Room, 2nd Floor: beginners. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington,
6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact: 865-7211.
Family Support Group. Outright Vermont
holds support group meetings for family
members of youth going through the process of coming out. One Sunday evening
and one Wednesday morning each month
at Outright Vermont. Contact: 865-9677.
Italian Conversation Group. Open to all interested in learning/hearing the Italian
language. Room 101, St. Edmunds Hall,
St. Michael’s College, Colchester. Every
second and fourth Wednesday of the
month, 7-9 p.m. Contact: 654-2536.
Toy Library Playgroup. Fridays. Ages birth
through five years. Memorial Hall, Essex,
9:30-11 a.m. Contact Lauren: 878-6715.
VCAM Access Orientation. Free. Vermont
Community Access Media, 208 Flynn Avenue 2-G, Burlington. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-10
p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 6519692 or www.vermontcam.org.
Women’s Craft Group. Inventive females work
on artful projects. First and third Thursday
of the month. Free. Essex Alliance Church,
Essex, 7-9 p.m. Contact: 238-2291.
For more calendar events, visit
www.colchestersun.com/calendar
Islamic Society of Vermont
182 Hegeman Avenue. 655-6711
Islamic Society of Vermont. Join Imam Islam Hassan
([email protected]) for the five daily prayers. Timings at
ISVT homepage www.isvt.org The call for Friday Jumah
prayers is exactly at 1:00PM followed by Khutbah and
prayer. Additional Friday night lectures between Magrib
and Isha prayers. Weekend Islamic classes on Sundays
9:45AM-1:30PM for all children 4 years and older during the
school year. Interested non-members always welcome.
(802) 655-6711 or [email protected] or Facebook.
Malletts Bay Congregational Church UCC
1672 West Lakeshore Dr.
658-9155. Interim Rev. Marjorie MacNeill
Worship Service: Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
Church School: Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Fellowship time: Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Childcare provided.
All are welcome!
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
1063 Prim Road, 658-0533.
Rev. Lisette Baxter, Rector
Sundays: 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.,
Holy Eucharist 10 a.m.
Sunday School: Nursery & all grades
Wednesdays: 11:30 Bible class; 12:30 Holy Eucharist
For evening services & Adult Education,
check answering machine. All are always welcome.
United Church of Colchester - ABC
Rte. 2A-Village Green, 879-5442.
Pastor Josh Steely.
Worship: 10:30 A.M.
Adult Sunday School: 9:00 A.M.
Youth Sunday School during 10:30 worship;
pre-school through 11 years.
Nursery care available during worship.
Christ Centered - Family Oriented.
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Assistant
(Part Time)
Vermont Public Radio has an exciting
opportunity for a part-time, detail
oriented, self-starter who would be
excited to maintain the day to day upkeep
of a very busy building.
We need a reliable assistant to clean the
offices and common areas. Perform minor
repairs and maintenance to the interior
and exterior of the building. Candidate
must be trustworthy, personable, and
physically able to lift up to 25 pounds,
enjoy working independently and be
comfortable adapting to changing
technology. This flexible schedule
typically ranges 20 hours per week,
with occasional added hours as needed.
Reliable transportation is a must.
Visit VPR.net for a full job description
and application. Applicants must fill out
the application, provide a cover letter and
resume and send it by email to careers@
vpr.net.
Only email applications will be accepted.
Open until filled. No phone calls please,
VPR is an equal opportunity employer.
Crossing Guard
Essex Junction School District
The Essex Junction School District
has a part-time position available to
safely cross students at the corner of
Educational and Drury Drives. The
hours include both a morning (7:258:10 AM) and an afternoon (2:40-3:25
PM) shift, for a total of 1.50 hours/day.
Pays $20.41 per hour. For consideration,
please apply electronically through www.
schoolspring.com (Job ID 1252512), or
stop by to complete an application at
Chittenden Central Supervisory Union,
51 Park Street, Essex Jct., VT 05452.
EOE.
Assistant Manager and
Full-Time Sales Associates
Positions Open
We are a local Ace Hardware retailer in
Vermont with Assistant Manager and
Full-Time Sales Associate employment
opportunities available in our retail
stores. These are full-time positions; as
we are open 7 days a week, a willingness
to work weekends is required. You
must be an outgoing individual ready
and willing to work with our hardware
customers. Retail sales experience will
be necessary to apply for these positions,
and prior hardware sales experience is a
plus. Please send your resume via email
to [email protected] or mail to 713
West Lakeshore Drive, Colchester, VT
05446 Attn: HR to set up an interview and
discuss our competitive compensation
package.
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matching bench.
Good condition.
$100 OBO. Call
876-5087.
AIR
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BOOKS: SESAME
STREET hard
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books, 1989,
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Lovingly used.
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COMPUTER,
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complete. $150.
802-524-3815
CRIB MATTRESS,
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for one. 802-4858266
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The Essex Repor ter and The Colchester Sun seek
a highly motivated individual interested in sales
– for print, web and various niche products. The
position has an existing client base with strong
repeat customers, and the prospects going forward
are considerable. We are looking for someone who
appreciates the need to listen, and who understands
the impor tance of relationship selling. The successful
candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a
sense of optimism and the ability to work well with
others. Excellent benefits are included. Email your
resume to: [email protected] or mail to:
Emerson Lynn
c/o St. Albans Messenger
281 North Main Street
St. Albans, Vermont 05478
It is your responsibility to check your ad on
the first day of publication for any errors.
Refunds are not issued for classified ads, but
if notification is given to our department after
the first day of publication, we will run your
corrected ad for one extra day. We will not
be responsible for more than one incorrect
publication of each ad.
COMPUTER,
DELL, comes
with everything,
Windows Vista.
Works excellent.
$125. 802-7529143
802-393-0272.
DOWNHILL SKIS,
ROSSIGNOL, with
bindings. $50. or
best offer. 802485-8266
GOLF BALLS,
PINK, would
make a nice
Valentine
present. $20.
802-485-8266
DRESS, JJS
HOUSE Asian
dressy dress with
tags. Valentine
red with white
design on side of
dress, 36” long,
26-27 waist.
Beautiful. Size
small. $20. 802485-8266
DRESS, RUBY
ROX, very dressy,
black, size 5,
two other small
dressy dresses
plus April Cornell
medium jacket.
$40. for all. 802485-8266
DVD PLAYER
WITH remote,
works great. $25.
802-752-9143
FIREWOOD,
MIXED
HARDWOOD,
green, cut,
split, delivered.
Highgate,
Alburgh,
Swanton, St.
Albans, Franklin.
$175./cord, 2
cord loads. 802868-9225
FIREWOOD,
SEASONED,
$200./cord. Will
deliver half cords.
802-673-5893
FIREWOOD,
SEASONED,
DRY, hard
firewood. $300./
cord. Delivery
available. Call
802-393-7728 or
FISHING SHANTY,
HOMEMADE,
1-man. Asking
$100. 802-7820394
LOUNGER, ADULT
BODY garment by
day, comforter
by night. Sleep
in 64 x 78. Never
used. $35. 802485-8266
MICROWAVE,
EMERSON,
WORKS great.
$35. 802-5243815
NATIONAL
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GLOBE carrying
case with 11 kid’s
board books.
Lovingly used.
$15. Call 802891-6140.
PAN SET,
FARBERWARE, 12
piece. Brand new
in box. $50. 802524-3815
PAPERBACK
BOOKS: Thrillers,
fiction, novels,
adventure,
etc. Some Tom
Clancy, Clive
Cussler, Ken
Follett, Robert
Ludlum, Harold
Robbins, Walter
Winward and
other authors.
$.50. a book or
$19.50. for the
box. Call 802891-6140.
PUPPIES,
specializing
in cute and
cuddly toy dogs
under 10lbs.
Home-raised,
shots, wormed,
vet-checked
and litterbox
trained. Dog/cat
teeth cleaning,
no drugs or
anesthesia. 518297-2039
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plus tassel. Real
sharp. Size 11M.
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SKIS: PAIR
OF Kastle skis and
one Rossignol ski.
The pair for a fish
shanty or skiing,
one ski would be
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best offer for all
three. 802-4858266
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steel, pan, and
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Public Informational Meeting
For State Project:
Colchester-Essex NH 030-1(34)
Route 15 Shared-Use Path
Colchester, Vermont
Essex, Vermont
Thursday, February 26, 2015, 7:00 pm
Saint Michaels College
Pomerleau Alumni Center
Observatory Lane, Colchester, VT
The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) and Stantec
Consulting are sponsoring a Public Informational Meeting. The
purpose of this meeting is to inform the public about the above
shared-use path project from Lime Kiln Road in Colchester
to Susie Wilson Road in Essex. This notice is inviting owners
of property in the vicinity of the project to an opportunity to
comment and provide input on the project. This presentation
will cover the design details of the preferred alternative that was
developed during the Scoping process, project status update,
and design and construction schedule for the infrastructure
improvements. The need for this shared-use path was identified
through the Scoping process as enhancing the transportation
corridor as an inviting corridor that encourages increased
mobility, safety and access for pedestrians, bicyclists and
transit users of various ages and abilities.
If you are unable to attend and have comments/questions,
please contact Thad Luther, Stantec Consulting, 55 Green
Mountain Drive, South Burlington, VT 05403 or thad.luther@
stantec.com or 802-864-0223.
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games. $30. Call
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details.
TV, SANYO,
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remote, cable
ready. $40. 802524-3815
WINTER BOOTS,
SPORTO, woman’s
size 10. Never
worn. $30. 802485-8266
WINTER JACKET,
WEATHERTAMER,
girls 4T, fuchsia
with polka dot
fleece lined hood
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REQUEST FOR BIDS
The Town of Colchester is seeking bids
for construction of the Mill Pond Road
Reconstruction project which generally
includes excavation of existing pavement,
placement of geotextile, subbase, stone
drainage channels, paving and cleanup. Bids are due by March 11, 2015 at
4:00 pm. Additional information can be
found at: http://www.colchestervt.gov/
PublicWorks/RFP/rfp.html or by calling
(802) 264-5639.
Tuesday, February 3
0052 Welfare Check on Blakely Rd
0641 Accident on Prim Rd
0653 Accident on Roosevelt Hwy/Chimney Corners
0731 Accident on Roosevelt Hwy/Chimney Corners
0755 Accident on East Rd
0857 Suspicious Event on Roosevelt Hwy
0911 Accident on Prim Rd
0925 Accident on Blakely Rd
0929 Accident on Prim Rd/Bay Meadow Est
0956 Assist Public on Roosevelt Hwy/Sunny Hollow
1001 Welfare Check on 2nd St
1019 Accident on Roosevelt Hwy/Poor Farm Rd
1027 Sex Offense Prohibited Act in Colchester
1029 Accident on Roosevelt Hwy/Exit 16
1053 Accident on College Pkwy
1145 Accident on Malletts Bay Ave/Pine Island Rd
1226 Accident on Roosevelt Hwy/Main St
1227 Assist Motorist on Roosevelt Hwy
1235 Accident on W Lakeshore Dr
1256 Suspicious Event on Hercules Dr
1536 Trespass on Prim Rd
1611 Accident on Colchester Point Rd
1611 Accident on Plattsburg Ave/Beltline Exit
1804 Accident on Winchester Place/Gilman Cir
1840 Accident on Campus Rd
2009 Assist Public on S Park Dr
2019 Welfare Check on S Park Dr
2142 Drugs on Windmere Way
2329 Assist Motorist on College Pkwy/
Vermont National Guard Rd
0009 Medical in Colchester
0157 Accident on E Lakeshore Dr/Bay Rd
0725 Assist Public on Walden Rd
0735 Accident on Roosevelt Hwy/Main St
0746 Assist Motorist on Roosevelt Hwy
0803 Assist Agency on Camels Hump Rd
1102 Assist Agency on Waterbury/Bolton town line
1209 Accident on Malletts Bay Ave
1219 Property Damage on Blakely Rd
1415 Welfare Check on Bean Rd
1420 Violation of Conditions of Release on
Shore Acres Dr
1610 Assist Public on Mt Sterling Ave
1758 Assist Public on Red Oak Dr
1814 Assist RFA Service on Porters Point Rd
1832 Assist Court Paperwork on Prim Rd
2237 Assist Public on Sandy Shore Ter
0142 Suspicious Event on S Park Dr
0143 DUI on College Pkwy/Lime Kiln Rd
0614 Assist Agency on Thayer Bay Cir
0615 Assist Agency on Alshir Rd
0731 Trespass on 2nd St
0800 Larceny from Motor Vehicle on S Park Dr
0826 Larceny on River Rd
0915 Assist Motorist on Severance Rd
0935 Accident on Severance Rd
1026 Accident on Roosevelt Hwy
1323 Accident on Starboard Wy/Colchester Point Rd
1522 Accident on Mountain View Dr
Wednesday, February 4
835 Blakely Rd,
1341 Accident on Roosevelt Hwy
1735 Assist Public on S Park Dr
2340 Suspicious Event on Heineberg Dr
1625 Suspicious Event on Brae Loch Rd
1856 Assist Public on Second St
1935 Assist Public on Brentwood Dr
2018 Accident on Marble Island Rd
2042 Drugs on Lower Mountain View Dr
Monday, February 9
0024 Arrest on Warrant on S Park Dr
0732 Accident on Malletts Bay Ave/Lavigne Rd
0733 Accident on Severance Rd/ Mill Pond Rd
0736 Accident on Main St/East Rd
0744 Assist Motorist on Main St
0756 Assist Motorist on W Lakeshore Dr
0805 Assist Motorist on Blakely Rd
0850 Accident on Heineberg Dr
0915 Assist Motorist on Roosevelt Hwy/Coon Hill Rd
1002 Suspicious Event on Mountain View Dr
1206 Accident on Vermont National Guard Rd
1242 Accident on Hercules Dr
1319 Larceny on College Pkwy
1445 Accident on Aurielle Dr
1546 Accident on East Rd
Friday, February 6
0231 Assist Agency on North Ave, Burlington
1714 Assist Public on Sixth St
1722 Assist Public on Whispering Pines
1839 Suspicious Event on RT 7/Grandview Rd
1856 Accident on College Pkwy/Lime Kiln Rd
2034 Threats/Harassment on Heineberg Dr
2054 Assist Public on Mountain View Dr
2101 Larceny from Motor Vehicle on
Lower Mountain View Dr
2209 Accident on Severance Grn
2340 Intoxication on Ethan Allen Ave
Saturday, February 7
0018 Intoxication on Ethan Allen Ave
0843 Accident on Blakely Rd
1016 Assist Motorist on Severance Rd/Pheasant Woods
1513 Larceny from Motor Vehicle on Mills Point Rd
1608 Suspicious Event on Blakely Rd/Laker Lane
1800 Larceny from Motor Vehicle on Prim Rd
2109 Drugs on Roosevelt Hwy/Exit 16
Tuesday, February 10
0756 Trespass on Creek Farm Rd
Total Incidents: 230
Sunday, February 8
0039 Intoxication on Place St. Michael
0934 Accident on College Pkwy/Campus Rd
1101 Assist Motorist on W Lakeshore Dr
1143 Accident on W Lakeshore Dr/Calm Cove Cir
For more information about these
and other incidents, contact the
Colchester Police Department
(802) 264-5556
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“IN MOTION.” “IN MOTION” features
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captures the kinetic energy of color
and light. Fluid dance-like strokes,
smooth sculptural forms, and glowing
color create a graceful elegance that is
both poetic and energetic. The exhibit
runs through March 7. The 4th Floor
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Burlington. Gallery hours: Tuesday
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Spotlight on Sacred Sparrow
“SURROUNDED BY LOVE.” Vintage
Inspired Lifestyle Marketplace
will be hosting an exhibition of
vintage valentine collages from
Vermont artist Megan J. Humphrey,
entitled “Surrounded By Love.” Her
original inspiration came from laceenhanced vintage Valentines. She
began to create Valentines many
years ago, eventually shifting from
handmade greeting cards to both
collage photograph and photo
cards that encompass holidays and
life’s celebrations. Valentine’s Day
is Megan’s favorite holiday. “To me,
it’s not just about couples being in
love,” she explained. “Valentine’s Day
is the perfect time to spread the love
around…it’s just what the world
needs.” Exhibit runs through Feb. 28.
Vintage Inspired, Burlington. Gallery
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Upcoming
Events
September
Chris Bijolle sits in his tatoo studio the Sacred Sparrow in Essex Town.
trusting friends,” said Bijolle.
“There’s the artistic side, and then there’s the
technical mechanical side of tattooing,” he said. “I study
the design and then draw it on the person… You can’t
Chris Bijolle has been tattooing for 26 of his 47
years. He got his start at age 22 when “a dude who liked just throw it on the skin.”
But, we all make mistakes.
bikes and was into tattooing” taught him the basics.
Bijolle can do cover ups with color, shadow
“When I started we had to make our own needles
manipulation or make a new design over the old one.
and make different needle groupings to get the effects
What Bijolle tells his clients is that he can always put
we wanted,” he explained during an interview in
ink in; he can’t always take it out.
January.
“Anything that you do, you must do it with
Almost three decades later, Bijolle is a sponsored
confidence,” Bijolle said of his one
tattoo artist — which means large
overarching rule.
companies like Needle Jig promote
As a man covered in tattoos
him and he uses their cutting-edge
himself,
Bijolle knows “tattoos hurt,
supplies. Bijolle tours with the
I
don’t
care
what anyone else says.”
sponsors and other artist around the
That
doesn’t
give him hesitation
country; this year he has 20 shows
to lay down the ink on someone
lined up.
else. “I don’t ever feel bad because
“Tattooing is all about skill level,”
these people know what they’re in
he said. “When you’re on the road you
for, and as soon as I take the needle
bond with artists… anything I can do
away it doesn’t hurt,” he said.
to learn more is awesome.”
At $150 an hour, some designs
But it’s not easy to be on the road,
Chris Bijolle
can be investments. Bijolle does
Bijolle admits. “My outlet is touring,
primarily 6-10 hour sessions in
but I love coming home; it’s my
his Essex studio. Elaborate pieces,
sanctuary.”
Bijolle said, can take 30-40 hours.
The Hartford, Conn., native has been in and out of
The Sacred Sparrow is comfortable with a big screen
Vermont for the past 20 years and now calls 30 acres,
TV, drinks and snacks. Bijolle said he tries to make it a
five children and a long-time girlfriend in Fletcher
nice experience.
home. Bijolle opened his Essex tattoo studio, Sacred
“Out of 10 customers of mine,” Bijolle calculated,
Sparrow, five years ago.
“about
7 will return for a second tattoo; and of those
“I’m known for realism and painting tattoos,” he
seven,
about
five will become lifers… Tattooing is an
said. But he also does a lot of the “old biker style” —
extension of your personality; there’s a reason you click
basic and crisp designs with bold outlines.
with your tattoo.”
At the age of 7, Bijolle’s father taught him to weld.
But as much as some people may love their tats,
He and his brother grew up in their dad’s autobody
some
employers or worse, in-laws, may not, which has
shop and used to build their own mini-bikes. “I can’t
its
own
set of consequences.
remember not having a bike,” said Bijolle. The hobby
Bijolle says that he agrees with employers who have
has stuck. Bijolle now builds custom choppers and is
well known for both his bike and ink work at the Harley rules about exposed tattoos, but recommends a little bit
of tolerance.
Davidson shop in Essex Junction.
“I’m used to it. It’s not a big deal if you have some
“When you tattoo a human it is scary at first,”
discrimination;
all I ask is that you know me before you
Bijolle said. To practice, artists can use synthetic skins,
oranges, bananas and the like, but there’s really nothing judge me. Just because you’re tattooed doesn’t mean
you’re a hoodlum or a rule-breaker.”
like the real thing. So what does it take? “Lots of
By ELSIE LYNN PARINI
The Colchester Sun
“Just because
you’re tattooed
doesn’t mean
you’re a hoodlum
or a rule-breaker.”
802-863-9027
COMICS CARTOONIST CLASS FOR
TEENS WITH INSTRUCTOR BEN
COHEN. On March 7, Artists’ Mediums
will host Jericho cartoonist and art
educator, Ben Cohen, who will offer a
student-centered approach to helping
build visual storytelling skills and
fundamental understanding of the
comic medium. The goal in this class
is for students to work on developing
their artistic voice through this diverse
storytelling medium. Sign-up required
by Feb. 28. Class price includes
materials. Artists’ Mediums, Williston,
11 a.m.-2 p.m. $45. Information: info@
artistsmediums.com or 879-1236.
BASICS IN ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH
ROBERT BRUNELLE. On March 14,
Artists’ Mediums will host artist, Robert
Brunelle. Robert will give participants a
brief overview of the basics of painting
with acrylics. Topics covered include:
differences between acrylics and other
types of paints, blending techniques,
mixing colors, using acrylic additives
and composing a painting in layers.
Check website for materials list. Sign
up deadline: Saturday, March 7. Please
purchase class supplies in advance
of the class. Parking for class will be
on side of building. Artists’ Mediums,
Williston, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $60 per
student plus additional materials.
ART UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
ASHLEE RUBINSTEIN. Join local artist,
Ashlee Rubinstein on April 9 as she
takes participants through a delicious
step-by-step instruction to create an
oil painting based after her Doughnut
Series paintings. Have fun playing with
oil paint and creating an artistic food
masterpiece. Art Under the Influence
is a production of the South End Arts
and Business Association. Registration
fees include one drink and all
supplies. Vin Bar and Shop, Burlington,
Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Tickets: $36.87 (fee
included). Information: seaba.com/
artundertheinfluence.
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THE COLCHESTER SUN / FEBRUARY 12, 2015
All
dolled
up
Nordic Skiers
compete at
the Colchester
Costume Relays On Feb. 4, eight Nordic
ski teams from around the
state came to Colchester
High School to not only
showcase their talent on skis,
but to let loose. Colchester’s
Costumed Relays were quite
the spectacle. Racers were
decked out in the goofiest
attire they could rummage
together.
“Members
of the Colchester
High School Nordic
Ski Team spend a lot of
time out in the cold racing and
training. This race is a great event for
them to ski and get a few laughs in
and the skiers from other schools look
forward to this event each year.”
Morgan Samler
Laker head coach
CVU’s Tatum Braun looks a
little green in the gills after
taking a wrong turn on her
way to the spa and ended up
in the Colchester Costume
Relays.
OLIVER PARINI
PHOTOGRAPHY
Lakers douse
Thunderbirds’
fire
By JOE CARDELLO
The Colchester Sun
Fresh off of two back-to-back home wins the Colchester
girls’ basketball team was keen on producing results on
Thursday night against Missisquoi Valley Union during their
Senior Night game. However, the Thunderbirds passion for
restitution was still hot after a six-point loss to Colchester on
Jan. 16. The two teams are not top contenders in Division-I
girls’ basketball, but are undoubtedly adequate adversaries.
The Thunderbirds led the Lakers for the entire first
quarter. However, MVU collected six fouls in the first eight
minutes of play and turned the ball over three times in the last
minute and a half. They led by only one point heading into the
second period.
A trio of MVU fouls less than 30 seconds into the new
quarter sent three Lakers to the line and ended the Thunderbird
lead. Brittany Michel and Jenny Thompson each put away
one of two shots and Ashley Wells nailed both of hers to gain
an 8-5 Colchester lead.
MVU entered a scoring draught that didn’t break until
Tricia Wright was sent to the line with 2:54 remaining before
the half. Wright and Meghan Leadbeater were the loan scorers
of the quarter, both going one for two at the line. At the half
the Lakers led 14-7.
Wright and teammate Autumn Beyor helped to narrow the
scoring gap early in the third quarter with a basket a piece
within the first minute. Unfortunately MVU was unable to
score while the Lakers put away seven points within in three
minutes to go up 21-11.
On offense the Thunderbirds were quick, but skittish. They
repeatedly would drive through an open hole to the basket and
lay the ball up only to have it wander off of the rim.
A clearly frustrated MVU team huddled between the third
and final quarters to discuss strategy. The raucous Laker
schedule
Lakers’
–See BASKETBALL page 12
BOYS’ HOCKEY:
2/14 Colchester
@ CVU
5:10 p.m.
2/18 Colchester
vs. Rutland
4:30 p.m.*
Laker
Roundup
Boys’ Basketball
The Lakers lost two games last week against No. 9
North Country Union and No. 12 St. Johnsbury.
Against NCU on Feb. 3, the Lakers were 12 points shy
and fell 76-55 against St. Johnsbury on Feb. 6.
Colchester played at MMU on Monday and lost 76-43.
The Lakers will play No. 1 Burlington in Burlington
tonight and take on South Burlington – a team they beat in
January – on Tuesday.
Girls’ Hockey
The Sea-Lakers are still No. 7 in the Division-2 girls’
hockey rankings after a 5-0 win over Brattleboro on
Saturday. Colchester has managed to come within one
index point of the tied at No. 5 Hartford and U-32.
The Sea-Lakers led Brattleboro 1-0 during the second
period after a Burlington-Colchester goal.
With 5:54 left in the second and during a scrappy play
Cai McCann slipped the puck to Kerrigan Lessor in front
of the goal for the Sea-Lakers’ second goal of the game.
Dakota Bilodeau took a chance on net a minute later
that hit the Colonel goalkeeper’s kneepad. At 4:07 Ali
Davis got on the board after lining up a shot through
an opening following a drop puck to put BurlingtonColchester up 3-0.
The girls’ put away two more in the third period to
end the game at 5-0 for their fourth straight win.
Youth Wrestling
The Cobras went to three tournaments last weekend.
On Feb. 7 Cobras Ben Stapleton, Justin LeClair and
Dominic Sunderland travelled to Middlebury for the 2015
Middlebury J.V./Middle School Team Challenge. Schools
from Vermont and New York were in attendance.
Then on Feb. 8 Lake Region High School in
Orleans hosted the grades 3-6 New England Qualifier
Tournament. The Cobra team comprised of Jordan
Lavoie, Hunter Gauthier, Keegan Vance, Damien May,
JD Sunderland, Jake Sunderland, Michael French and
Noah Quigley ended the day with 12 wins.
That same day Cahota Lafond went to Burnt Hills,
N.Y. for the Battle For The Bell Tournament and won all
five of his matches with the help of his father and coach
Brian Lafond.
Lakers fall behind after early lead
By JOE CARDELLO
The Colchester Sun
The Colchester boys’ hockey team
was quick to score on Friday and left
the Essex Hornets scrambling to pull
together offensively heading into the
second period.
Essex’s Joey Robertson was eager
to settle the score. He slipped down the
ice towards Colchester goalkeeper Erik
Swan. Robertson crossed in front of the
net from left to right, barely sweeping
his stick behind the puck before losing
possession.
After this first attempt, the Hornets
continued a relentless attack on the Laker
goal. A fantastic display of offensive
puck handling and passing ensued that
was contrasted with dazzling defensive
stops by the Colchester defense and
Laker Devon Wells. The Hornets had
Laker Cam LeClair skates down the ice
with the puck during a game against
Essex at Leddy Park on Friday night.
PHOTOS | ERINN STEBBINS
more than six shots on the Lakers’ net
during the first five minutes of the period.
Laker Andrew St. Pierre faces off with an Essex player during a game at Leddy Park
on Friday night.
GIRLS’ BASKETBALL:
2/13 Colchester
@ South Burlington 7:30 p.m.*
NORDIC SKIING:
2/12 Colchester
@ Hard’Ack
3:30 p.m.
2/18 Colchester
@ BFA Fairfax Classic 3:30 p.m.
GIRLS’ HOCKEY:
2/14 BHS – CHS
vs. U-32
6:10 p.m.
BOYS’ BASKETBALL:
2/12 Colchester
@ Burlington
7:30 p.m.
2/18 BHS – CHS
@ Harwood
5:15 p.m.*
2/17 Colchester
vs. South Burlington
7 p.m.
DANCE:
2/14 Colchester
@ St. Albans
The Hornets’ were relentless and
occasional scuffles broke out between
players. One of these encounters
occurred in front of the Colchester net
and opened a scoring lane for Hornet
Austin Theriault.
At 9:27 Hornet Zach McGinnis fed
Theriault the puck, which was then
slapped straight through an open crease
created after a shoving match between
two players.
Hornet Alex Giummo was sent to
the penalty box for two minutes for
elbowing immediately following the
goal. The Lakers attempted to make the
most of the power play and Laker Ryan
Flanagan let off three shots in a single
minute.
Unfortunately
for
Colchester
Giummo came off his penalty hot and
almost instantly beat out a Colchester
defender, caught Swan off balance and
swept the puck into the back left corner
of the net to put the Hornets up 2-1 with
6:31 left in the period.
The Lakers battled even harder to
take back the lead. The number of clashes
between players slowly increased and
players kept the bench in the penalty box
warm. Hornets Ethan Barlett, Theriault
and McGinnis were all given penalties
and Lakers Andrew St. Pierre and Jake
Stebbins received two minutes apiece.
Despite playing shorthanded during
the third period the Hornets kept the
Lakers at bay and developed their own
forward motion.
At 4:25 Essex’s Henry Adams
capitalized off of a pass from Jeremy
LeClair and slapped the puck up and
through the posts.
The No. 1 seeded Hornets held the
3-1 lead until the end of regulation time
for their second win over Colchester this
season.
ALPINE SKIING:
2/12 Colchester
@ Smuggler’s Notch
2/16 Colchester
@ Cochran’s
TBD
*Last game of the regular season
12
SPORTS
and seven boards, hitting all six of her freebies, and classmate
Megan Gaudreau handed out four assists. St. Michael’s trailed
12-2 before going on a 28-11 run to take the lead for good.
Against Stonehill, the Purple Knights trimmed a double-digit
deficit to four points in the final minutes before falling shy in the
seven-point loss. Sabine recorded a season-high 21 points while
hitting all five free throw attempts in addition to pulling down
nine rebounds, and Burud collected 13 points, six boards, five
assists and two steals. Evora added seven points, four rebounds,
five steals and four helpers, and first-year Tomi Akinpetide
Men’s basketball (15-6, 11-5) erases 16-point deficit to beat
contributed seven points and six rebounds off the bench.
Stonehill, caps 2-0 week
The regionally-ranked St. Michael’s College men’s basketball
Men’s
ice hockey (8-13-2, 5-10-1 ECAC East, 3-0-2 NE-10)
team went 2-0 during Northeast-10 Conference play last week,
posts 2-1 mark, finishes unbeaten in NE-10
topping Franklin Pierce University, 76-64, on Wednesday before
The St. Michael’s College men’s ice hockey team went
rallying to beat regionally-ranked Stonehill College, 75-71, on
Saturday. St. Michael’s was ranked ninth in last week’s D2SIDA 2-1 overall in a week of Eastern College Athletic Conference
East Region Media Poll, while Stonehill was sixth in the regional (ECAC) East and Northeast-10 Conference competition. The
Purple Knights beat Franklin Pierce University, 9-2, in an NErankings. The Purple and Gold are one game out of first place in
10 game on Tuesday to clinch no worse than the No. 2 seed in
the NE-10 Northeast Division with five games to play, standing
the NE-10 Championship, finishing
tied for second. The top five qualify for
unbeaten in the league for the second
the postseason.
time, at 3-0-2. St. Michael’s then entered
Against Franklin Pierce, two Purple
ECAC East play by topping Skidmore
and Gold players had double-doubles,
College, 1-0, on Friday before losing
while two others narrowly missed the feat
Friday, Feb. 13
to Castleton State College, 6-2, on
just one game after three Purple Knights
Skiing @ Middlebury Carnival,
Saturday.
posted double-doubles. Senior Mike
9 a.m.
At Franklin Pierce, four players
Thompson shot 7-of-9 while collecting
Swimming & Diving @ NEISDA
had
at least three points and the Purple
game highs of 16 points and 13 rebounds,
Championship, 10 a.m. (Trials),
Knights
parlayed a 5-for-9 showing on
including seven offensive, to go along
6:30 p.m. (Finals)
with three assists, and classmate James
the power play into a victory. Senior
Women’s Ice Hockey vs. St. Anselm,
Cambronne totaled 13 points and 10
AJ Pieprzak recorded one goal and four
4:40 p.m.%
boards, seven of which came on the
assists for the Purple and Gold, classmate
Men’s Ice Hockey @ UMass Boston,
offensive end. Senior Corey Crawford II
Jeremy Wong posted two goals and two
7 p.m.%
and sophomore Matt Bonds both turned
assists while going 14-of-21 on face-offs,
in 13 points and nine caroms. Senior Dom
and junior Kevin Altidor scored twice
Saturday, Feb. 14
Ditlefsen canned three three-pointers
and dished off a helper. Classmate Nick
Skiing @ Middlebury Carnival, 9 a.m.
on his way to 11 points, a career-high
Potter tallied once and assisted once,
five steals and four assists. Classmate
while senior William Côté, junior Brodie
Mike Holton Jr. scored seven points and
McCusker and sophomore Josh Dickman
6:30 p.m. (Finals)
handed out three assists while cracking
also scored. Senior Dave Donzanti made
Women’s Basketball @ Bentley,
the 1,600-point plateau. 16 saves, while seniors Mark Higgins
12 p.m.*
Against Stonehill, Holton had a
(Plainville, Mass./Kent School) and
Men’s Basketball @ Bentley, 2:30
game-high 23 points for St. Michael’s,
Eric Robinson handed out three and
p.m.*
adding four assists and two steals, while
two assists, respectively. Sophomores
Women’s Ice Hockey vs. Nichols,
Cambronne added 17 points and seven
Stephen Inman and Connor Mitchell
3 p.m.%
rebounds, shooting 3-of-5 from threeboth had one assist. With the Purple
Men’s Ice Hockey @ Babson, 4
point range. During the game, Holton
Knights’ NE-10 slate now complete, they
p.m.%
moved into eighth in program history
will host a semifinal on Feb. 21 but await
with 1,629 career points, passing Mark
word regarding their seeding.
Sunday, Feb. 15
Fizulich ‘97 (1,612) and Mark Pater ‘01
Against Skidmore, Donzanti stopped
(1,621). Ditlefsen shot 3-of-6 from deep
27 shots for his program-record third
while scoring nine points, and Crawford
shutout of the season, and sophomore
6:30 p.m. (Finals)
and Thompson both had eight points,
Anthony Maiuri scored the lone goal for
with Crawford adding six assists and five
St. Michael’s. Higgins and junior Mike
* Northeast-10 Conference Event
boards. Bonds hauled in eight rebounds.
Schreiner earned assists.
% ECAC East Event
The Purple Knights, who at one point
Against Castleton State, Maiuri and
trailed 23-7, committed four turnovers
sophomore Shawn Morrow both scored
for the game and shot 5-of-11 on threefor St. Michael’s. Dickman, Pieprzak,
pointers in the second half. Holton’s jumper with 1:23 remaining
Robinson and Salzillo each had an assist. Donzanti made 18
snapped the final tie, and the hosts led the rest of the way.
saves in the loss.
In addition to Holton standing eighth in program history in
Pieprzak is now 16th in program history in career points
scoring, Cambronne (1,173) and Crawford (1,146) moved into
(90), 17th in goals (39) and 18th in assists (51). Donzanti stands
25th and 26th, respectively, through 99 games apiece.
seventh in saves (1,293) and first in shutouts (4). Women’s basketball (9-12, 4-12) overcomes 10-point hole to
Women’s ice hockey (4-15-1, 3-9-1) wins pair of ECAC East
top Franklin Pierce during 1-1 week
contests, extends unbeaten streak to three
The St. Michael’s College women’s basketball team went
The St. Michael’s College women’s ice hockey team posted
1-1 in Northeast-10 Conference action last week, knocking
a 2-0 mark during Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC)
off regionally-ranked Franklin Pierce University, 72-56, on
East action. The Purple Knights beat Castleton State College,
Wednesday and then losing to No. 12 Stonehill College, 63-56,
3-2, on Friday and then claimed a 6-4 victory at New England
on Saturday. Franklin Pierce was tied for fifth in last week’s
College on Saturday. St. Michael’s is now unbeaten in its last
D2SIDA East Region Media Poll, while Stonehill, a qualifier
three games.
for the last two NCAA Tournaments, was tied for 12th in the
At Castleton State, sophomore Erin Dwyer scored twice, and
D2SIDA National Media Poll and ranked second regionally.
classmate
Tina Frasca made 44 saves for the win. In addition to
The Purple Knights are in a three-way tie for sixth in the NE-10
Dwyer’s
pair
of tallies, first-year Sierra Hannough scored the
Northeast Division, just one game out of fifth with five games
third-period
winner
just nine seconds after Dwyer had snapped
remaining. The top five qualify for the NE-10 Championship.
a tie. Junior Amanda Kempainen posted two assists, and Frasca
Among the Purple Knights’ two games this coming week is a
recorded her third career 40-save performance, coming within
12 p.m. match-up at Bentley University on Saturday, which will
three of her career high. First-year Jillian Witwicki had an assist
be televised live as CBS Sports Network’s NCAA Division II
while going 10-for-21 on face-offs, and junior Kaly Spilhaus
National TV Game of the Week.
went 9-for-20 on draws.
Against Franklin Pierce, sophomore Indira Evora led the
Witwicki recorded a hat trick and first-year Katherine
hosts with 21 points, six rebounds, four steals and three assists,
O’Brien
scored the go-ahead goal with 2:45 left in regulation in
shooting a perfect 10-of-10 on free throws to lead her team’s
the
victory
at New England College. Dwyer had one goal and
22-of-24 charge at the charity stripe. Evora now owns two of
two assists, and sophomore Athena Akiki provided one goal and
the seven perfect free throw performances in program history
one assist. Kempainen and sophomores Carolyn Avery, Lauren
where a Purple Knight made at least 10 freebies. Senior Maggie
Cuculino, Kayla Kee and Lauren Sullivan each had one helper.
Sabine shot 9-of-15 while turning in 18 points, eight boards and
Sophomore Abby Burke made six saves in 13:25 of relief to earn
four helpers, and classmate Kelly Frappier totaled 15 points and
the win, while Frasca picked up 11 saves in the opening 46:35.
five rebounds. Junior Makenzie Burud contributed 14 points
THIS WEEK IN
ST. MICHAEL’S
COLLEGE ATHLETICS
UPCOMING SCHEDULE:
BASKETBALL
from page 11
fans drowned out the shouting of the anxious referee who
called for the Thunderbirds to take the court. Unbeknownst
to MVU Colchester was allowed to inbound the ball. The
visiting players scurried to their positions, but were unable
to stop the Lakers from scoring.
Thunderbird coach John Lavoie rushed the court when
the fans’ screeching drowned his cries for a timeout out,
which earned him a brief chat with referee.
The Lakers continued to pull away and the irritated
Thunderbirds began to foul while scrapping for the ball.
In less than a minute of playtime MVU fouled five times.
Colchester led the game 33-15 with only four minutes to
play.
The majority of the Thunderbirds points in the final
period were from the line. Beyor had one and Ashley
Benson and Wright both went two for two.
A final scuffle under the basket after a missed free throw
from Laker Laura Campbell ended with Michel landing
another two points to cap a 38-20 Colchester victory.
After their third straight win the Lakers went to
Vergennes on Saturday and lost 48-39 and went to Milton
on Tuesday. The Lakers’ last game of the season is this
Friday at South Burlington a team that beat Colchester 4119 in January.
Skiing teams place ninth for second straight week at the
Dartmouth Carnival
The St. Michael’s College Alpine and Nordic skiing teams
combined to place ninth for the second straight weekend when
the two-day, 16-school Dartmouth College Carnival concluded
on Saturday. On Friday, senior Fredrik Sandell led the Purple Knight
men during the giant slalom by finishing 18th. First-year Nick
Cosentino was 37th, and junior Brad Farrell took 43rd. During
the women’s giant slalom, first-year Ella Dorval Hall claimed
33rd place. Classmate Meggane Grande was 38th and junior
Mary Joyce took 53rd.
During the women’s 1.4K freestyle sprint, first-year Emma
Barnes had the Purple Knights’ top showing, finishing 50th.
Sophomore Catie Corrigan and junior Elizabeth Cubberley took
63rd and 64th, respectively. The men saw sophomore Torin La
Liberte lead the way in 52nd during the 1.6K freestyle sprint.
Classmate Trevor Owens and senior Sam Hammond claimed
57th and 58th, respectively.
On Saturday, Farrell paced the men by tying for 14th. Sandell
took 27th, and junior Kevin Krone was 31st. Grand took 17th for
the women, clocking in at 1:50.21 to come within 0.15 seconds
of the top 15, and Dorval Hall was 33rd. La Liberte had a careerbest 33rd-place showing during the 10K freestyle, posting the
best performance by a Purple Knight since Colin Delaney ‘13
during the 2013 Bates College Carnival. Hammond was 60th,
while sophomore Cody Putnam placed 64th. Barnes topped the
women in the same event, taking 51st. Cubberley was 54th, and
Corrigan placed 56th.
Swimming and diving teams compete at NE-10s, Farrington
and McNall earn All-Conference finishes The St. Michael’s College men’s and women’s swimming
& diving teams both completed action on Sunday at the fourday Northeast-10 Conference Championship held at Southern
Connecticut State University. The men finished sixth out of
seven institutions, while the women were seventh among nine
schools. First-year Pierce Farrington landed two all-conference
finishes while breaking five of his own school records during the
meet, and sophomore Lindsay McNall, of Colchester, earned an
all-conference result for the second straight year, winning one
race. She and Eileen Mullowney ‘12 remain the only two female
swimmers in school history to earn NE-10 All-Conference
laurels, which requires finishing among the top two in an event,
while Farrington became the first male all-league swimmer in
school history. He joins diver Max O’Brien ‘13 as the program’s
lone male NE-10 All-Conference honorees.
On Sunday, Farrington placed second in the 100 free in
46.40, lowering his own school standard by 1.38 seconds. Phalon
took 13th in the 200 back, while Paluso placed 14th during the
200 breast, touching the wall in 2:18.99 to come within 0.87
seconds of his own school record. Sophomore Riley Faszewski
was 15th during the 1,650 free, and Thirkell was 16th in the
200 fly. During the 400 free relay, Butler, Deptula, Faszewski
and sophomore Stephen Andersen combined on a seventhplace performance. McNall placed third in the 200 back, while
Sidorakis claimed 16th. Shea was 10th during the 200 breast,
while first-year Betsy Portch took 16th. Wiesner was 16th in the
100 free. In the 400 free relay, Franklin, Shea, Sidorakis and firstyear Theresa Murphy placed ninth.
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For your
wellbeing!
Bead-a-Bracelet. Learn
to make a bracelet out
of beads and wire with
simple tools. Feb. 23
from 6-7:45 p.m. at the
Burnham Memorial
Library, Colchester. Sign
up online. Contact: 2645660.
Mass for Ash
Wednesday. Marking the first
day of Lent. Mass held at 11:30
a.m. and 4:30 p.m. in the Chapel
of St. Michael’ the Archangel, St.
Michael’s College, Colchester.
Reconciliation after each Mass.
Also for Ash Wednesday (all
day), will be a Fast for Peace:
Join as a community to be
mindful of our actions towards
peace and unity with those in
need. Other events listed at
smcvt.edu/On-Campus/Events.
Contact Laurie: 654-2333
Susan Flatow Savage
Reading Corner
Dedication. The official
unveiling of the Susan
Flatow Savage Memorial
Reading Corner, in the
Children’s Department.
Feb. 23 at 12 p.m. at
Burnham Memorial
Library, Colchester.
Light refreshments
will be served. RSVP
appreciated. Contact:
264-5660.
L
Spirit
ong winter days can quickly bring on feelings of cabin
fever. Although cabin fever is not a recognized medical
condition, it can compromise well being. Cabin fever can
strike even the most optimistic people.
Cabin fever normally affects people during the winter
months, when shortened days, longer periods of darkness
and cold temperatures often force people to remain inside.
These factors can lead to depression, boredom, anxiety, and an
inability to concentrate. Alleviating symptoms of cabin fever
requires making a few changes, including getting outdoors
whenever possible.
7 WAYS TO ALLEVIATE
CABIN
FEVER
Get out of town. Cabin fever can
be temporarily abated by a mini
vacation. Head somewhere that
is warm and sunny. If you cannot
afford a trip to the tropics, a brief
jaunt to a spa or relative’s house may
banish boredom and get you out
of the house.strokes than people
who do not have cats. Researchers
are not sure of the connection,
but surmise that cats have a more
calming nature than other types
of pets.
Head outside. It may be cold and
dreary, but getting outside can be
healthy. Take advantage of daylight
hours whenever possible. Plan a
walk around the neighborhood
before you go to work. Otherwise,
spend your lunch hour outdoors
soaking up the sun’s rays. The sun is
an instant mood-booster.
Try a new hobby. Attempt an
activity that marries winter with
getting active. Ideal activities
include cross-country skiing, ice
hockey, skating, or snowshoeing.
Increase your exercise
routine. Now could be the
time to join the gym or
become part of a walking
group. According to The
Mayo Clinic, exercise can
boost mood, reducing
immune system chemicals
that can worsen symptoms
of depression. In addition,
exercise increases body
temperature, which may have
calming effects, and releases
feel-good brain chemicals that
may ease depression.
Brighten up the indoors.
Choose energizing colors
like yellow, orange and red
to decorate the interior of
your home. Invest in lights
that offer a greater amount of
wattage and brightness. Lighttherapy lamps produce bright
light that simulates the sun
and provides broad-spectrum
rays. Sitting in front of one
of these lights can alleviate
feelings of seasonal affective
disorder, or SAD.
Throw a party. The old saying
is “misery loves company,” so why
not invite friends over and banish
cabin fever together? Winter tends
to be alienating, as people are more
inclined to bundle up and stay
indoors. Forcing socialization can
brighten not only your own mood
but that of others as well.
Grow more indoor plants. Plants
can help filter out stale, stagnant air
in the house and add moisture to the
environment. Breathing fresh oxygen
from these plants can provide you
with energy and help you to feel
revitalized.
Modern Mindfulness.
Soryu Forall will present
“Teaching Mindfulness
to Young People Using
Technology” from 5-6:30
p.m., in St. Edmund’s
Hall Room 102 at St.
Michael’s College,
Colchester. Contact
Aoestre: 654-2436 or
[email protected]
COLD WEATHER
DANGER FOR PETS
BY M. KATHLEEN SHAW, DVM
Vermont Veterinary Medical Association
Temperatures are dropping, and with the colder
weather, it’s time to think about the dangers this
presents for our pets, both indoors and outdoors only
ones. By taking a few common sense precautions, you
can help reduce the cold weather dangers to your pets.
Although some pets are conditioned to cold
weather, veterinary experts agree that you should
bring outdoor pets indoors if the temperature drops
below 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Puppies, kittens,
and shorthaired pets should not be left outside for
extended periods anytime the temperature goes below
40 degrees. For pets with long hair, proper grooming
is essential to help them maintain a layer of warming
air within their coat. Pets who are heavily matted
cannot keep themselves warm. If your pet must stay outdoors, be sure to provide
shelter for your pet: they can suffer from frostbite and
hypothermia just like we do. A pet’s outdoor house
must have at least three enclosed sides, be elevated off
the ground, and contain generous amounts of bedding
such as straw or hay. In cold weather, bigger is not
always better. A house just big enough for your pet will
warm up faster and retain heat better than something
that is too big. Your outdoor pet will need access to
fresh water that isn’t frozen. Use heated water bowls
and replenish them frequently.
Cats love to warm up underneath car hoods. If cats
have access to your car outdoors or in your garage,
be sure to pound on the hood of the car prior to
starting it. Many cats are killed or grievously injured
by fan belts and moving engine parts. Another danger
that cars present to pets in cold weather is antifreeze
poisoning. If you suspect your pet has consumed any
antifreeze at all, call your veterinarian immediately.
Consider keeping dogs on a leash when they go
outside. Each winter we see cases of dogs that have
gone off exploring “frozen” lakes or streams and fall
through the ice into the frigid water. Inside the house, monitor all pets around woodburning stoves, fireplaces, and space heaters. These
can cause severe burns. Younger pets romping through
the house can knock objects into these heat sources
and cause a fire, so make sure to “pet-proof ” the areas
around them. With the colder darker months, many
people like to use candles in the home. Make sure to
place them where pets (especially cats) do not have
access. They can not only tip over the candle, they can
set their fur on fire leading to serious burns.
Our pets can suffer from arthritis in cold weather,
just like humans do and it is just as painful for them. If you are unsure if your pet has arthritis, want to
know ways to keep your older pets comfortable
during the cold weather, or if you have questions
about cold weather issues with your pets, talk to your
veterinarian.
The Vermont Veterinary Medical Association
(VVMA), founded in 1898, is a professional
organization of 330 veterinarians dedicated to
compassionate animal care and quality medicine.
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Grade 9 High
Honors
Claire Cameron
Alex Carp
Grace Carroll
Landon Cayia
Katelyn Chicoine
Nathan Colgrove
Thomas Colgrove
Sophia Comi
Coleman Crady
Charles Davidson
Jacob Dell
Anna Eaton
Morgan Eaton
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Avery Finelli
Taylor French
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Ethan Goedken
Gabrielle Gosselin
Meghan Harbison
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Josh Kalfus
Kristian Labrie
Megan Lagerquist
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Juliette Letourneau
Dorcas Lohese
Abigail Longchamp
Isabella Lopez
Bailey Luter
Alysabeth Lynch
Riley Magoon
Brooke Marcotte
Liam Martin
Seth Masson
Luke Matthews
Samantha Messier
Rebecca Mier
Marissa Miles
Kaylyn Morse
Daniel Morton
Tabitha Myers
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Tiana Roberge
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Brooke Senesac
Allison Sheets
Andrew Spencer
Alicia TebeauSherry
Savanah TebeauSherry
Cydney Viens
Elysia Way
Brayden Wilkins
Grace Young
Grade 10 High
Honors
Brendan Adamczyk
Iraty AnabitarteMoragues
Alexandra
Armstrong
Cara Barmore
Jessica Benoure
Jenna Blondin
Ethan Bokelberg
Maxwell Brault
Emily Bryant
Chloe Bullock
Laura Campbell
Margaret Chase
Jaclyn Cline
Adrianne Colley
Sullivan Crady
Jillian Davila
Kerrigan Davis
Ethan Dean
Courtney
Dessormeau
Stefani Franklin
Shannon French
Rachel Gervais
Autumn Guilmette
Erin Horton
Alyssa Jenkins
Haley Kieny
Abigail Ladd
Emma Lamothe
Jace Laquerre
Haley LathropJohnson
Sawyer Loftus
Lydia Martin
Brenna McMannon
Alyssa Noel
Katherine Pierson
Corinna Pilcher
Isaac Racine
Ian Sarrazin
Madaline Schmidt
Zayla Smith
Anne Stetson
Raven Sweeney
Kristen Thompson
Vivian Trevasani
Ivy Vachereau
Kyra Walker
Kristen Winchester
Connor Zwonik
Grade 11 High
Honors
Cynthia AlersRodriguez
Jenna Baillargeon
Isabella Bertoni
Nicholas Bouffard
Meghan Collins
Kayla Cushion
Colchester High School
2014-2015
2nd quarter honor roll
Trisha Delibac
Jordan DeMatteis
Patrick Desmond
Jake Ducharme
Samuel Evans
Stacy Franklin
Ellyse Fredericks
Savanah Goodreau
Nicholas Graeter
Katelyn Haas
Abigail Harrington
Brenden Hinman
Andrew Lynch
Joshua Mable
Cassie Mallabar
Kyla McClanahan
Joshua Mercure
Victoria Mier
Peri Kate Navarro
Brennan Paradee
Anthony Park
Robbie Peeters
Madeline Prevost
Grace Provost
Kaitlyn Robinson
Kristen Schick
Zachary Sheets
Garrett St. Pierre
Emma Tudhope
Kyle Walker
Ashley Wells
Christopher
Zamarripa
Grade 12 High
Honors
Jared Antoniak
Pascal Bechade
Julia Bessy
Connor Breen
Shanley Brown
Samantha Brunelle
Megan Bullock
Michael Chambers
Matthew
Charbonneau
Robert Chase
Caroline Claremont
Corinne Colgrove
Bryce Colvin
Grant Cummings
Hannah Echo
Clayton Ellwood
Cassandra LaBonte
Erik Lagerquist
Cassidy Lawrence
Kennedy Maxfield
Patrick McHugh
Jennifer McNall
Margaret McNeil
Bryan McSweeney
Liam Mooney
Casey Nichols
Quinn O’Reilly
Andrew Pike
Madeline Powell
Gabrielle RancoudGuillon
Samuel RancoudGuillon
Noah Robinson
Hannah Rogers
Jared Rylant
Rachel Scibek
Benjamin Seaman
Paige Shepard
Sophia Simkins
Hannah Spence
Anthony Tabet
Jordyn Thayer
Destyni Travers
Kendra Viens
Kiera Zehnacker
Grade 9 Honors
Jacob Blow
Jessica Bortz
Renee Brouillette
Alexander Cardosi
Ella Cole
Aidan Connors
Nicole Corriveau
Robert Davis
Fiona Doherty
Brayden Duggan
Thurman Dusablon
Evan Fredericks
Bailey Gagnon-Foy
Natalee Garen
An Open Letter to the Colchester Community
Why Colchester Needs and Deserves a Good School System
School systems perform a vital role in modern society. They are often the glue that holds communities
together. Schools host athletic, scholastic and arts events and like Colchester, host most Town recreation
programs. Our schools have helped make Colchester an attractive place for families to settle and invest
in quality housing keeping property values high.
Colchester has done a better job than most in retaining young families as our student numbers are
steady and our graduation rates are high. We have right-sized our faculty, but we still have five schools
that have additional capacity and the buildings must be maintained.
In the last 10 years, State and Federal laws have made schools the deliverers of health, nutrition and
family services to children with often intense needs. The dollar cost of these services is very high, but
the cost to society of not supporting these children Pre-K through 12 is much greater in the long term.
Colchester is a large and efficiently run district serving over 2,100 Colchester and over 50 Islands tuition
students. We have dedicated boosters supporting athletics, music and other programs. Over the last 10
years our district budget has gone down at the polls many times. We repeatedly have cut programs; we
are now to the point that we believe if this continues the quality of our students’ education will suffer.
We are reaching out to all parents and community members. Without you and your support, our
budgets will continue to fail. We hope that you will support our budget on Tuesday, March 3rd, and
that you pass along your support to friends, neighbors and co-workers and encourage them to vote as
well. The Board thanks you and solicits your input and questions at [email protected].
Colchester School Board Members:
Mike Rogers
Lincoln White
Christine Shepard
Lindsey Cox
Craig Kieny
Important: Since many families are away and schools are closed from February 23rd through March
3rd, we encourage families to vote early by absentee ballot. Ballots are available for voting any time
until March 3rd at the Town Clerk’s Office at 781 Blakely Road 7:30 to 4:30 Monday through Friday.
Ballots can also be mailed to your address on request by calling or emailing the Town Clerk’s Office.
Phone Number – (802) 264-5520 Email address – [email protected]
Important: This year both districts, 9-1 and 9-2, will be voting at the Colchester High School gym
on March 3rd, but will be using separate entrances. Please consider attending the Town and School
Meetings starting at 7:00 pm on March 2nd at the CHS auditorium and the pasta dinner hosted by
the School District beginning at 5:30 pm. Our Legislative Representatives are scheduled to attend as
well.
We ask you to consider the following facts before you go to the polls.
Why Colchester Needs and Deserves a Good School System:
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To support the future for our children − Colchester a great place to “live, learn &
grow.”
There are no new programs, personnel, or projects proposed (Act 166, Universal
Pre-K, actually helps hold down the tax rate).
Cost Control – 2.68% Increase – State average is 3.1%.
Class Size is highest in state for districts/supervisory unions.
High performance on State Tests: Math, Reading, Writing.
CHS Graduation Rate: 96% (87% state).
Spending Per Pupil: Lowest in Chittenden County (except Burlington, Winooski,
Milton with high grant $$).
Tax increase on a $300K home is proposed at $92/year ($1.77/week).
The Colchester community continues to grow with new housing which attracts
more families with children. Good schools are necessary.
CSD receives $800,000 per year in revenue from other districts (Grand Isle) for
tuition students.
Cited as a model in the 2011 Picus Report for high performance and low spending.
(VT AOE)
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Dzejna Halilovic
Morgan Hammond
Hannah Herriot
Issac Hutchins
Justin Lafayette
Samuel Lamphier
Brianna Lampman
Camden LeClair
Scott Mass
Gabrielle McDonald
Olivia Mead
Anastasia Nagy
Kenan Pilav
Sydney Ranalletti
Holden Riley
Michael Schick
Olivia Schmidt
Everett Simkins
Nicholle Sirois
Nathan Smith
Alesix Smyrski
Sydney Soren
Mason Thackara
Bailey Towle
Thomas Vesosky
Cierra Viens
Emily White
Ryan Witham
Grade 10 Honors
Ray Aley IV
Ryan Arel
Ryley Baker
Brach Bissonette
Maggie Brigante
Michaela Brodeur
Emily Carter
Benjamin Clark
Grayson Ducharme
Christopher El-hajj
Danielle Feinman
Reisha Grant
Katrina Groseclose
Abby Handy
Natasha Hayes
Megan Hoague
Nikoli Holly
William Holmes
Cole Igneri
Jackson Kerr
Acacia Kranz
Matthew LaChance
Morgan Landry
Charlotte Lau
Emily Lopes
Samantha Louko
Alexandria Marcou
Thomas McHugh
Meghan McNeil
Thomas Meadows
Kyle Murray
Jaeger Nedde
Emmanuel Ngoma
Hannah Pariseau
Courtney Phelps
Svea Phelps
Alana Plumb
Charles Powell
Caitlin Auirini
Cassie Rivers
Mason Rogers
Nicholas Schramm
Cory Senesac
Laura Shaw
Joseph Sheehan
Amber Sicard
Thomas Soons
Dylan St. Hilaire
Jennifer Thompson
Caleb Tourville
Jessica Zwolen
Grade 11 Honors
Teagan Alderman
Sadie Anderson
Abbie BatchelderJackson
Lauren Bergen
Sevda Beridze
Dakota Bilodeau
Kyle Blake
Lauren Brooks
Rachel Buckley
Abigail Burgess
Kelsey Cauchon
Nathan Crammond
Kelsey Desjardin
Christian Douglas
Tyler Duncan
Bridget Eastman
Ryan Eustace
Kaylee Gallagher
Alex Gardner
Holden Goulet
Nathan Hoffman
Samantha Jean
Clara Johnson
Brett Krzynski
Taylor Losier
Katina Messier
Brittany Michel
Elizabeth Moore
Dakota Navari
Emily O’Neill
Saige Papariello
Jade Ronish
Makayla Rounds
Katelyn Schnabel
Cameron Smith
Camil Srna
Jake Stebbins
Nancy Tessier
Bryan Thibault
Hailey Thibault
Jessica Tognelli
Abraham Trabulsy
Lily Webster
Danielle Whitham
Skyler Wilkinson
Grade 12 Honors
Brittany Aiken
Josephine Ames
Andre Amrain
Brandon Arel
Alexander Barrett
Connor Barton
Patrick Bushey
Rozlyn Calderon
Sarah Campbell
Luke Chamberlain
Thomas Condon
Elizabeth Connors
Tyler Cootward
Alison Davis
Taylor Dion
Cady Dubuque
Jacob Dwinell
Alexa Eddy
Mark Gauthier
Samantha Gordon
Dakota Gorkun
Ian Griffith
Robert Hamlin
Jacob Hesford
Ellis Igneri
Brittany Isabelle
Timothy Lewis
Brandon Lincoln
Jamie Marcelino
Brian Masson
Annie Meadows
Kyle Michel
Samrety Nguon
Chase Papariello
Allison Pilcher
Mirela Poljak
Ellen Rathe
Alexina Richard
Lakysha Rock
Nigel Sarrazin
Karen Savage
Jordan Schnabel
Nathaniel Schramm
Austin Simeck
Sophie Singer
Veronica Sioss
Anthony Spillane
Alexandrea Svendsen
Bryan Thompson
Rexana Vachereau
Chelsea Wimble
John Young
ACHIEVEMENTS
Andrew Akiki, of Colchester,
was named to the spring 2014
semester Dean’s List at Clarkson
University in Potsdam, N.Y. Andrew
is a sophomore majoring in Chemical
Engineering.
Jeremy Barton, of Colchester,
semester Dean’s List
at The University
of Vermont in
Burlington, Vt.
Jeremy is a first-year
student majoring
in Electrical
Engineering.
Shawn
Beaulieu, of
Colchester, was
named to the spring
2014 semester
Dean’s List at
Clarkson University
in Potsdam, N.Y. Shawn is a senior
majoring in Bimolecular Science.
Olivia Bogner, of Colchester,
semester Dean’s List at The
University of Vermont in Burlington,
Vt. Olivia is a senior majoring in
Social Work.
Jennifer Campbell, of
Colchester, was named to the spring
2014 semester Dean’s List at The
University of Vermont in Burlington,
Vt. Jennifer is a junior majoring
in Communication Science &
Disorders.
Peter Carey, of Colchester, was
named to the spring 2014 semester
Dean’s List at The University of
Vermont in Burlington, Vt. Peter is
a senior majoring in Russian.
Sandi Caus, of Colchester,
semester Dean’s List at The
University of Vermont in
Burlington, Vt. Sani is a junior
majoring in Neuroscience.
James Claremont, of
Colchester, was named to the
spring 2014
semester Dean’s
List at Clarkson
University in
Potsdam, N.Y.
James is a
senior majoring
in Civil
Engineering.
Margaret
Connors, of
Colchester,
was named
to the spring
2014 semester Dean’s List at The
College of Wooster in Wooster,
Ohio. Margaret is majoring in
Music Therapy.
Julia Crane, of Colchester,
was named to the spring
2014 semester Dean’s List at
The University of Vermont
in Burlington, Vt. Julia is a
sophomore majoring in Nutrition
and Food Sciences.
Congratulations to
all our achievers!
Submit your
achievements to
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The Colchester Sun does its
best to publish achievements within
a month of receiving the notice;
however, due to volume it can
take longer. We appreciate your
patience. If you have questions feel
free to contact us at 878-5282.
Pet of the Week
Sika
12-year old Spayed Female
Reason Here: Not a good match for previous home
Summary: Have you been
looking for a cat who loves
to adventure? If so, Sika
might be your girl! Sika is
an independent and mellow
cat who loves to roam in the
outdoors. She may be 12
years old, but don’t let that
fool you, she still has a lot of
spunk left in her. Come say
hello to Sika today!
My thoughts on:
Dogs: I have lived with some
dogs, but not others. I might do
ok with another dog!
Cats: No thank you! I would prefer
to be the only cat in your home.
Special Considerations: Must
be indoor and outdoor
Humane Society of Chittenden County
802-862-0135

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