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Local Teen Wins Ninth Annual Bennington County's Got Talent Competition. A large audience filled the Monument Arts & Cultural Center in Bennington for the ninth annual Bennington County's Got Talent event. Sixteen-year-old Michael Greene earned first place with an original country song, impressing both the audience and four local judges. The competition featured 13 performances across various musical genres. The event highlighted a diverse display of local talent, drawing strong community participation and support. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 28) Southern Vermont Bennington, VT Manchester, VT
Peru Plans Agenda and Local Ballot for Upcoming Town Meeting Day. As Town Meeting Day approaches in Peru, Vermont, residents will address several important community decisions directly from the floor, reflecting the town's small size. Voters will choose individuals for various municipal roles, including town clerk, treasurer, constables, selectboard member, and more, with terms ranging from one to five years. A key article on the warning asks whether to implement a 1 percent rooms tax under state law. The meeting will also feature the Taconic and Green ballot for local consideration. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 27) Southern Vermont Londonderry, VT
Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless Discusses Funding With Selectboard. During a recent Bennington Selectboard meeting, the director of the Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless updated officials on the organization's requests for appropriations from municipalities across the county. Board members expressed concerns about the weight of financial responsibility traditionally falling on Bennington, highlighting its long-term support of local shelter programs. The coalition indicated plans to seek more equitable funding contributions from neighboring towns moving forward. This approach aims to balance resources for addressing homelessness throughout the county. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 27) Southern Vermont Bennington, VT Manchester, VT Arlington, VT
Bennington Woman Set to Plead in 2022 Murder Accessory Case. A woman charged as an accessory in the 2022 murder of Ulysses Ivey in Bennington is expected to enter a plea agreement. Erin Wilson, 33, was arrested in 2023 on several felony charges linked to Ivey's fatal shooting near a Green Mountain Power substation. Authorities allege Elliot Russell, a Brooklyn native recently released from a Vermont jail, was the shooter in the case. Police reports suggest a possible motive of jealousy, and the case continues to move through local courts. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 26) Southern Vermont Bennington, VT
Bennington Appoints Shannon Barsotti as Assistant Town Manager. Shannon Barsotti, currently serving as director of Bennington's Department of Housing, Community and Economic Development, has been named the town's assistant manager. The appointment, made by Town Manager Dan Monks, aims to strengthen leadership and ensure operational continuity for the community. Barsotti has worked in town administration since 2019 and has led a variety of projects involving local, state, and federal partners. The new role gives her increased responsibility within Bennington's administration. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 26) Southern Vermont Bennington, VT
Sports
Nationals Edge Mets 3-2 at Clover Park. The Washington Nationals topped the New York Mets 3-2 in a tightly contested matchup at Clover Park. Brady House contributed with two doubles and a run, while Johnathon Thomas added a double, run, and stolen base for Washington. The game drew 5,962 in attendance. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 27) New York Mets Washington Nationals
Rangers Edge Penguins 3-2 at Madison Square Garden. The New York Rangers secured a narrow 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins at Madison Square Garden. The closely contested game kept fans engaged throughout, with both teams trading leads. Attendance was 17,889 for this tightly fought matchup. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 27) New York Rangers Pittsburgh Penguins
Spurs Defeat Nets 126-110 at Barclays Center. San Antonio outscored Brooklyn 126-110 at Barclays Center. The Spurs pulled away with strong offensive play, securing a 16-point road win. Attendance was listed at 17,548 for the matchup. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 26) Brooklyn Nets San Antonio Spurs
Sabres Edge Devils 2-1 at Prudential Center. Buffalo secured a 2-1 win over New Jersey in a tight contest at Prudential Center. The game saw strong defensive play from both teams, with Buffalo managing to hold off the Devils in the final period. Attendance was 16,514. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 25) Buffalo Sabres New Jersey Devils
Knicks Defeat Bucks 127-98 at Fiserv Forum. The New York Knicks delivered a dominant performance with a convincing 127-98 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. The Knicks controlled the game throughout, pulling away early and maintaining a comfortable lead. Attendance was recorded at 17,341. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 27) Milwaukee Bucks New York Knicks
Islanders Edge Blue Jackets 4-3 at Nationwide Arena. The New York Islanders secured a 4-3 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. The game was closely contested, with both teams exchanging leads before the Islanders emerged victorious. The matchup drew a crowd of 18,925 fans. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 27) Columbus Blue Jackets New York Islanders
Yankees Defeat Twins 17-5 at Lee Health Sports Complex. The New York Yankees powered past the Minnesota Twins with a dominant offensive display, winning 17-5 at Lee Health Sports Complex. Jasson Dominguez went 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and three runs scored, while Spencer Jones added a homer and three RBI along with a stolen base. The game drew a crowd of 8,285 fans. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 26) Minnesota Twins New York Yankees