Woman denies court violation charges

A Springfield woman pleaded innocent Tuesday to charges that she violated court orders and tried to communicate with her husband, who is in jail and her co-defendant on conspiracy charges.

Woman denies burglary charges

If convicted of the charges pending against her, a Springfield woman could face the possibility of life in prison. She is accused in the burglary of her former place of employment.

Bridge In Desparate Need Of Repair

Video: Features Springfield public Works Director Harry Henderson on the Rt 11 bridge near the Shopping Plaza and Johm Zicconi of Vermont Agency of Transportation.

School Board approves unity plan

While the future of Park Street School remains uncertain, the School Board voted Monday night to make preparations to consolidate the town's elementary schools.

Springfield's bridge of a different color

After being closed for three years, the historic Paddock Road Bridge is finally getting its $2.1 million renovation and facelift this spring.

Springfield official calls for bridge repair

Public Works Director Harry Henderson said Monday he will invite the Agency of Transportation back to town to take another look at the seriously deteriorated Route 11 bridge near McDonald's restaurant.

Park Street School rehab to top board agenda

With crumbling ceilings, exposed asbestos and failing plumbing, there is no doubt the condition of the Park Street School is dire. What repairs, if any, will be made and whether the school will remain open will be among the topics discussed at the upcoming school board meeting.

Restaurateur reopens Springfield Royal Diner

Silvestre "Sly" Gallegos, the owner of "The Golden Egg," a homey restaurant in Saxtons River, has reopened the Springfield Royal Diner.

Fourth of July fireworks on ice

Barring a miracle or a last-minute sugar daddy, the Springfield Fourth of July fireworks are cancelled this year.

Revised Springfield budget set for voters

The Springfield School Board signed a warrant Monday asking residents once again to approve a school budget for fiscal year 2009.

Springfield senior wins speech contest

Springfield High School Senior Aemelia Thompson was selected as the winner of the Springfield Rotary Club's "4-Way Test" Speech Contest.

Teachers agree on 3-year contract

A week after voters narrowly defeated the proposed $23 million school budget, the Springfield School Board announced and ratified a three-year contract with the Springfield Teachers Association Monday evening.

School Board to revise budget

Members of the Springfield School Board have set a target of less than a 5 percent increase when they review the defeated $23.1 million school budget before resubmitting it to voters.

Snow brings down Springfield buildings

Winter is taking its toll not just on roads and spirits, but some industrial buildings with flat or unusual roofs.

Developers Offer New Affordable Housing

Video: A developer is renovating condos in the center of downtown to provide affordable housing. Features E J Cully owner of the Woolson Block, Tami Thomas of Apron Strings Cafe, Bill Mattoon of Black River Used Books.

Statewide sweep nets alleged drug dealers

Police arrested 12 people from St. Albans to Bennington on Wednesday including 3 from Springfield in a statewide sweep called "Operation Byrne Blitz," alleging the suspects were low-level drug dealers.

Springfield 'surprise' to spur sidewalk repairs

There was a $400,000 surprise at Springfield town meeting Monday. Town Manager Robert Forguites tried to take the sting out of the often-delayed downtown improvement project by announcing that the town had recently received another $400,000 in federal grants to add to the $1 million the town received five years ago.

Frugality Can Be Acquired, but It Can’t Be Bought

Richard Andrews, 62, a former financial journalist living in Springfield, Vt., says he learned the most useful lessons about handling money from his family.

Hopefuls focus on Springfield issues

The five candidates for the two open seats on the Springfield Select Board collectively offer a little something for everyone: They are lifelong residents and newcomers; retirees and young professionals, business owners and managers.