Tennis wall Eagle Scout project

A local Eagle scout is raising money to rebuild the tennis wall located at Riverside, near the town pool.

Springfield considers school police officer

There might be a school-based Springfield police officer in the future.

Old rusted tank pulled from Black River

Conrad Zeller shown directing removal of a large tank found embedded in the sediment near the Paddock Road Bridge.

Photo by Lincoln Applied Geology, Inc.

Boy raises money for Humane Society

For many children, the last thing on their mind is volunteering or raising money for a local charity. For Jacob Pickielnok, however, giving donations to and volunteering at the Springfield Humane Society is a large part of his life.

Hospital collaborates with Winstanley on 500 kw solar development

Winstanley Solar Development and Brattleboro Memorial Hospital have announced an agreement to collaborate on the construction and operation of a 500 kilowatt solar power array on land owned by Winstanley Enterprises.

Hydro station sold to Colorado firm

One of downtown Springfield’s small hydroelectric stations has been sold to a Colorado company, whose chief executive said the company was looking for more small hydroelectric stations.

Video: September 22 Select Board Meeting

The entire meeting, as recorded by SAPA-TV.  Features retired Circuit Court Judge Paul Hudson,  Rutland Police Chief James Baker and Rutland Mayor Christopher Louras.

Bolaski misses check-in with police

A delay of five hours on a court-ordered check-in Thursday at the Springfield Police Department landed a man awaiting retrial on a murder charge in hot water.

Woman released after admitting meth smuggling

A Brooklyn, N.Y., woman accused of smuggling methamphetamines into Vermont has reached a plea deal.

Video: Wellwood Orchard

After bath salt arrest, Springfield man becomes unconscious

Two Springfield men were arrested by Vermont State Police Friday on drug charges, and one man collapsed at the state police barracks in Rockingham and was taken to the hospital.

Man held without bail on domestic charges

A Springfield man was ordered held without bail Thursday after a woman reported he had choked her to the point “she was afraid he was going to kill her,” police said.

O’s go past Cosmos in 2nd half

Football at Springfield.

Cosmos cash in after missed opportunities

The Springfield girls soccer team's 1-0 victory over Otter Valley on Thursday was like a Super Bowl win and World Series title wrapped in one green and white package.

Springfield boys earn draw

The Springfield boys soccer team put up one of its best efforts of the season against Otter Valley on Thursday.

Black River Produce co-founder honored for good business practices

On Tuesday, September 9th, nearly 150 members and friends of Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) came to Shelburne Farms for an event in honor of Mark Curran, Co-founder of Black River Produce.

 Photo credit: Tasha Wallis

Terry Berry named MAH Employee of the Month

Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center (MAHHC) has named Terry Berry of Springfield, a member of the housekeeping staff for the Professional Building, its Employee of the Month.

Spring Brook Farm wins a coveted national award

Ellie Fischer, of Springfield, Vt., washes wheels of Spring Brook Farm's Tarentaise cheese which was recognized as the Best of Show among 1,600 others at the American Cheese Society competition.

Taking action

Rutland Police Chief James Baker had a message for the people of Springfield on Monday evening: It gets better.
Related story:
Rutland uses shared vision to fight back against drugs and crime

Solar plan spurs meeting of minds in Springfield

Springfield town and school leaders will discuss the proposed purchase of solar-generated electricity at a special joint meeting next week, among other issues.

Manager search getting closer to decision

Springfield is getting closer to offering the town manager's job to one of the finalists.

Veterans lead Twin Valley past Cosmos

Boys soccer at Arlington.

Video: When do you belong in Springfield

SAPA TV awards show and meeting

On Thursday, September 18, Springfield Vermont Area Public Access Television (SAPA), hosted its 15 year celebration and annual meeting at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Springfield.

SAPA TV video on demand

SAPA TV is working to provide SAPA TV content online making it possible for non cable subscribing community members to be able to enjoy locally produced programming that is found on SAPA TV.

Hartness State Airport Glider Camp

During the week of September 15, Hartness State Airport hosted a Certified Flight Instructor - Glider camp for interested pilots looking to receive certification in glider instruction.

Police log

Recent calls for service as logged by the Springfield Police Department.

Springfield hears about Rutland's approach to crime

In Springfield Monday night, more than 200 people turned out to consider ways to deal with the problem of drugs and criminal behavior in town.

Rutland chief offers hope to Springfield crowd

The police chief, James Baker, and Mayor Christopher Louras of Rutland came to Springfield Monday night to give local residents hope in their fight against the town’s drug problem.

Motion & Policy Statement

Former Circuit Court Judge Paul Hudson introduced this document at the Selectboard meeting last night. (PDF file)

Women’s Club calls awareness to Prevent Child Abuse organization

The General Federation of Women’s Clubs of Southern Windsor County gave away pinwheels at the Springfield Plaza to call awareness to Prevent Child Abuse.

Man returns to Vermont to face drug charges

A former Springfield area resident has been transferred from a prison in New Hampshire to a jail in Vermont to answer to local drug charges that are pending against him.

SAPA-TV celebrates 15 years of cablecasting

SAPA-TV is celebrating 15 years in the Springfield-Chester-Weathersfield community.

Springfield seeks solutions for crime surge

Springfield Police Chief Doug Johnston says a multi-pronged approach is needed to address to Springfield's problems.

Police log

Calls for service logged by the Springfield Police Department.

Re-tooled Minutemen bolt past Cosmos

Football at North Clarendon.

Fiddle fest jams Greenfield, Mass. park

 “You all know the Red Apple Rag?” asked George Ainly, of Springfield, Vt., as he took a worn, brown fiddle and bow from Brattleboro resident Stefan Amidon in the Greenfield Energy Park Saturday afternoon. 

Video: B.R.A.T. River Sweep, 2014

Filmed and edited by Stephen Seitz     (18 minutes)

Crash involving five vehicles snarls Springfield

Springfield police are pieceing together the events that caused a three car crash at the intersection of Vermont Routes 11 and 106 that heavily damaged a UPS truck and czused a one hours delay in front of the Mc Donalds restaurant during a heavy traffic period

4-car pile up near McDonalds

Crash leaves traffic snarled just north of 4-way intersection near McDonalds in Springfield. (Photo by local resident Justine Johnson)

Stormwater Expo is Saturday in Springfield

Reserve your spot today for the first-ever Stormwater Expo in Windsor County.

‘Dope sick’ man admits heroin use

A Springfield man who officials described as so “dope sick” from heroin withdrawal that it prevented him from leaving jail to go to court for nearly a week finally made it to his arraignment Monday.

Man denies ID theft to get fake credit cards

A Springfield man convicted of counterfeiting when he was a teenager is charged with opening three fraudulent credit card accounts.

Windsor breezes past Springfield in field hockey

Field hockey at Windsor.

15th annual River Sweep a smashing success

RiverSweep has become a community event, even a family tradition. Ninety-six volunteers turned out in Springfield.

Springfield Hospital welcomes new general surgeon

The General Surgery Department at Springfield Hospital is pleased to welcome Khalid Husain, MD, FACS.

I need a job!

Hi, my name is Dominic and I am 14 years old. I am looking for a job.

Governor lays out school priorities for 2015

Gov. Peter Shumlin said he will oppose any education legislation during the next year that will cost school districts money.

Independent Jokinen to challenge Emmons, Forguites for House seat

An independent candidate is going to challenge two Springfield Democrats for the Vermont House.

Raiders run past Cosmos

Girls soccer.

Wasps get jump on Cosmos

Boys soccer at Springfield.

Sept. 8th Select Board meeting

Springfield Selectboard members and the public gathered in the Springfield Town Hall to discuss a variety of issues.

Patron Appreciation Week at Springfield Town Library

All week the library will waive any overdue fines for materials returned between Monday, Sept. 15 and Saturday, Sept. 20

Some fair size pumpkins

The Champlain Valley Fair's top two winning heavyweight pumpkins of 2014.
 881.5 lbs - Wilbur Horton, Springfield, VT  • 1067.5 lbs - Kevin Companion, Huntington, VT
But in past seasons, both have produced pumpkins 50% larger than their entries this year.

Vermont's largest fresh foods network is flavored with strong principles

Mark Curran was a ski bum “banging nails” and sliding the slopes of Okemo in the freewheeling 1970s when he and fellow ski bum Steve Birge had an offbeat epiphany – inspired by iceberg lettuce, wilted broccoli and canned peas.

Walking back through history

They call it the first interstate highway. The Crown Point Road stretched from New Hampshire across Vermont to New York state. It was 77 miles long and was built not for tractor trailer rigs, but ox cart.

The Northern Lights, brought to you in living color

The view from North Springfield dam at 8:45 p.m., September 12th.

Photo by Stephen Whitaker 

Federal grants to expand Vt. health centers

Health centers in Vermont will receive more than $2 million in federal grants to expand services and reach out and find new patients.

Springfield comes up with another plan for Pleasant Valley Road

The Springfield Select Board voted this week to rebuild the two-mile Pleasant Valley Road in sections, after Public Works Director Jeff Strong said the road was in worse condition than he originally thought.

Cosmos run over MSJ

Football at Springfield.

Rutland breezes by Springfield

Field hockey.

Mazie meets inmates who she'll train with

A Service dog in training got a firsthand look at her soon to be new home the Southern State Correctional Facility.

Move to change Town Meeting social service funding defeated

A move to change the way nonprofit organizations are funded at town meeting has been rejected by the Select Board.

NY woman denies smuggling crystal meth

A New York woman with no criminal record is accused of smuggling almost $5,000 worth of crystal meth into Vermont.

Hospital budgets approved virtually unscathed by board

State regulators approved a 3.1 percent overall increase in hospital revenue for the coming year, budgeting a combined $2.2 billion for Vermont’s 14 hospitals.

Man arrested on identity theft charges

According to Vermont state police, a Springfield man opened four credit card accounts under the names of two different individuals after acquiring their personal information.

Gunshot death on Valley Street

Shortly before 11 a.m. today, members of the Springfield Police Department responded to 78 Valley Street for a report of a shooting.

Springfield manager search narrows

The search for a new town manager is getting closer.

Wood leads Windsor over Springfield

Field hockey at Springfield.

Muckross Park gets board's blessing in Springfield

The Springfield Select Board has unanimously endorsed the proposed new state park that is being created at the longtime Springfield home of the late Edgar May, a longtime Springfield lawmaker and community leader.

Primary Election Results from August 26

Springfield and North Springfield Residents headed to the polls on August 26 to cast their ballots in the Vermont primary election.

New state park proposed in Springfield

Muckross, the home of the late Edgar May, could be a new state park.

RiverSweep celebrates 15 years

The Black River Action Team’s annual RiverSweep is now in its 15th year. The team annually removes about a half-ton of garbage from the watershed.

15th annual Riversweep

Alan Woodbury was one of 94 volunteers who joined forces with the Black River Action Team on Saturday morning to clean up trash along the Black River in Springfield.  

Cosmos get untracked with win over Slaters

Field hockey at Springfield.

Retired Judge Hudson urges Springfield to be more active against crime

Retired Vermont District Court Judge Paul F. Hudson has written an open letter, urging his hometown to take a more active role in countering recent drug crime in Springfield.

Why I think this world should end

"Sorry if this offends you" – Prince Ea

BBA rolls over Springfield

Girls soccer at Bennington.

New directors make their debut with 'Crazy and a Half'

“Crazy and a Half” by D.R. Andersen, the new production from the Springfield Community Players explores the crazy lives of several psychiatrists, all badly in need of some therapy themselves.

Black River cleanup set for Saturday

The Black River Action Team is seeking volunteers of all ages to help clean the Windsor County waterway during its 15th annual “RiverSweep” on Saturday.

Springfield man faces felonies in heroin sting

A Springfield man accused of selling heroin to informants cooperating with the state’s drug task force is facing felony charges.

Springfield Market Madness

Madness is poetry in a poet less world. The yard sales all over polka dotting the streets, puppies and smiles on half of those that you meet. The bands skillfully plying their art to the beat, aromas so tingly delicious and sweet.

Police log

Recent incidents and arrests logged by the Springfield Police Department.

Buchanan named president of Black River Produce

Black River Produce has a new president, and he’s a potatoes — and meat — kind of guy.

Mechanic accused of stealing inspection stickers

Vermont inspectors are working to track down some 30 vehicles whose owners obtained state inspection stickers from a mechanic who was allegedly stealing them from his employer in Springfield and selling them to people on the side.

Sign up now for SMCS physician practice patient portal

Springfield Medical Care Systems is pleased to announce the availability of its physician practice patient portal, offering the ability to request and view appointments, refill prescriptions, and message clinicians and nurses.

Springfield's forerunner to the Barbie doll

This wood doll was made by the firm of D.M. Smith Co in Springfield, Vermont. Circa 1879 - 1885.
She is approximately 12" tall.