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December 29, 2025
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Woodstock Hosts New Year’s Celebrations and Activities for All Ages: The Woodstock area in southern Vermont is planning a variety of events to welcome 2026, including a family-friendly New Year’s Eve party at the Woodstock Inn & Resort with music, party favors, and midnight countdowns. Skiers at Saskadena Six can enjoy a weekend on the slopes, featuring live music as part of the Slopeside Tunes series. These activities cater to both families and adults, providing entertainment options for everyone. Advance tickets are required for some events. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Dec 29)
December 23, 2025
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Michael Hoyt Named Vermont House Representative for Windsor-4 District: Michael Hoyt, a West Hartford resident and vice chair of the local selectboard, has been appointed as the new Vermont House Representative for the Windsor-4 district. The area includes Pomfret, Bridgewater, Barnard, and West Hartford. Hoyt, a Dartmouth College employee with past experience as a legislative and labor department attorney, has lived in West Hartford since 2017. He brings significant public service experience to his new legislative role. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Dec 23)
December 3, 2025
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Michael Hoyt Appointed to Vermont House, Succeeding Surprenant in Windsor-4 District: Governor Phil Scott has named Michael Hoyt of West Hartford to represent the Windsor-4 district in the Vermont House following the resignation of Heather Surprenant. Hoyt, who has experience working as an attorney for the state and at Dartmouth College, currently serves as Vice-Chair of the Hartford Selectboard. His appointment was effective as of December 2, 2025. Hoyt steps into the role to complete the remainder of Surprenant’s term. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Dec 3)
November 11, 2025
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Elsa Talbot Remembered for Her Lasting Impact on Early Childhood Education: Elsa Talbot of Bethel, Vermont, passed away at home on October 20, surrounded by family. Born in 1950 in New Hampshire, she grew up in South Pomfret and later developed a passion for education and adventure. Talbot worked for over four decades as a preschool teacher in several Vermont communities, leaving a positive legacy within early childhood education. Her career and community involvement profoundly influenced generations of local families. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Nov 11)