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Newfane Residents Question Role of Town Meeting Debates on Global Issues. As Newfane prepares for its annual Town Meeting, debate has emerged over whether discussing national and international issues should be part of the local agenda. In previous years, residents have proposed measures on topics ranging from genetically modified foods to international conflicts. However, this year will see fewer advisory resolutions as some advocates shift their focus to other forms of activism. The ongoing discussion reflects a wider debate within Vermont communities about the impact of their Town Meeting decisions. (Source: The Commons on Feb 24) Southern Vermont Newfane, VT Brandon, VT Bristol, VT
Windham County Towns Prepare for Annual Town Meeting Day on March 3. Residents across Windham County are set to gather for Town Meeting Day on Tuesday, March 3, to discuss local budgets, elect officials, and vote on key warrant articles. Towns including Athens, Brattleboro, Brookline, Rockingham, Vernon, Westminster, and Windham will hold meetings according to their own schedules, with Marlboro casting votes by Australian ballot. Vermont state law recognizes Town Meeting Day as a holiday for state employees, and also permits unpaid leave for others to attend. (Source: The Commons on Feb 24) Southern Vermont Brattleboro, VT
Sports
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
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
Red Sox Defeat Rays 7-5 at JetBlue Park. The Boston Red Sox held off the Tampa Bay Rays for a 7-5 win at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Trevor Story made an impact with two doubles and two RBI, while Marshall Toole contributed a triple, double, and RBI. The game drew an attendance of 8,056 fans. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 25) Boston Red Sox Tampa Bay Rays