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John Caldwell, Renowned Cross-Country Ski Coach and Author, Dies at 97. John Caldwell, a former Olympian considered a pioneer in U.S. cross-country skiing, has died at age 97. Caldwell, who lived for many years in Putney, Vermont, coached multiple U.S. Olympic teams and authored influential books that shaped the sport's growth nationally. He also founded the New England Nordic Ski Association and mentored several Olympians, including his own children. Caldwell's impact on cross-country skiing in New England and beyond is widely recognized. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 27) Southern Vermont Putney, VT Brattleboro, 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

Woodstock Girls Hockey Secures Win, Boys Fall in Doubleheader Against Stowe. Woodstock's boys and girls hockey teams faced off against Stowe in a doubleheader at Union Arena this past Saturday. The girls' team earned a 3-1 victory, highlighting the leadership of senior captain Alexis Audsley, while the boys narrowly lost 2-1. Audsley, who has played with the varsity team since eighth grade, was recognized for her commitment and leadership as she approaches early graduation. Both teams demonstrated strong efforts in these closely contested matchups. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Feb 26) Southern Vermont Woodstock, VT Stowe, VT

Vermont Secretary of State Affirms State Authority Over Election Administration. In a recent online discussion with Windham County residents, Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas addressed concerns about potential federal intervention in state elections. She emphasized that U.S. elections, including midterms, have continued through major national crises and are managed by individual states, not the federal executive branch. Copeland Hanzas also explained that there is no legal basis or precedent for a president to cancel or nationalize scheduled elections. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 24) Southern Vermont Brattleboro, VT

Windham Southeast School District Board Elections Feature Two Contested Seats. Voters in the Windham Southeast School District will choose new board directors in two contested races on March 3, 2026. In Brattleboro, incumbent Kimberly Price faces challenger Richard Leavy, while Dummerston residents will select between Daniel Everlith and Paul Smith for their seat. Ruby McAdoo is running unopposed to represent Putney. All district residents from Brattleboro, Dummerston, Guilford, and Putney may participate and cast their votes at their local polling sites. (Source: The Commons on Feb 24) Southern Vermont Brattleboro, VT Putney, VT

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