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Vermont Land Trust Seeks Applicants for $5,000 Eric Rozendaal Memorial Award. The Vermont Land Trust is inviting applications for the 2026 Eric Rozendaal Memorial Award, which offers $5,000 to a Vermont farmer who demonstrates excellence in land stewardship, innovation, and community service. Eligible candidates must be actively managing or working on a commercial farm in Vermont and cannot have received the award previously. The recipient will be chosen by a panel of agricultural leaders, with the winner announced during the trust’s annual fall meeting. The award, now in its eighth year, honors Eric Rozendaal’s legacy. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 17) Southern Vermont Montpelier, VT Hinesburg, VT
Pownal Fire Department Awarded Over $1.4 Million for New Station Construction. The Vermont Congressional delegation has secured more than $1.4 million in federal funding to support the construction of a new central fire station for the Pownal Valley Fire Department. This allocation is part of a broader initiative distributing over $100 million to 69 projects across Vermont, including upgrades for historic sites such as Bennington's Old First Church. The funds were included in multiple appropriations packages signed into law between November and January. The project aims to strengthen emergency services in southwestern Vermont. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 8) Southern Vermont Pownal, VT Bennington, VT Brattleboro, VT
Vermont Senate Confirms Drescher and Nolan to State Supreme Court Amid Close Vote. The Vermont Senate confirmed Michael P. Drescher and Christina E. Nolan as associate justices to the state’s Supreme Court following a closely split vote. Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers cast the deciding vote for Drescher after a 15-15 tie. The decision came after significant debate and some cross-party support, particularly from Bennington County senators. The appointments followed comprehensive reviews of the candidates’ legal records and roles in recent high-profile cases. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Feb 5) Southern Vermont Hinesburg, VT Bennington, VT Windsor, VT
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Celtics Defeat Nets 148-111 at TD Garden. Boston dominated from start to finish, posting a decisive 148-111 victory over Brooklyn at TD Garden. The Celtics controlled the game and delivered one of their season's highest scoring outputs. Attendance was officially recorded at 19,156. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 27) Boston Celtics Brooklyn Nets
Red Sox Defeat Twins 13-8 at JetBlue Park. The Boston Red Sox built an early lead and powered past the Minnesota Twins 13-8 at JetBlue Park. Jarren Duran stood out with 2 home runs, 4 RBIs, 3 runs, a walk, and a stolen base, while Max Ferguson added a home run and 4 RBIs. The game drew 8,629 fans in attendance. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 27) Boston Red Sox Minnesota Twins
Bruins Defeat Blue Jackets 4-2 at TD Garden. The Boston Bruins secured a 4-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets at TD Garden. The Bruins held off their opponent in front of 17,850 fans, maintaining control throughout the matchup. Boston finished the night with a two-goal margin. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 26) Boston Bruins Columbus Blue Jackets