Area businesses pass compliance check

Every month the Vermont Department of Liquor Control conducts compliance checks at businesses and restaurants that sell or serve liquor throughout the state.

SMCS Community Advisory meeting - Friday

Springfield Medical Care Systems’ (SMCS) Community Advisory Group will hold its quarterly meeting, open to the community, on Friday, April 3rd.

Four men charged with Springfield burglaries

Four central Vermont men are facing felony charges for their alleged roles in several burglaries last fall.

East School back on the market

The East School in Springfield is back on the market after a one-year hiatus.

Springfield hosts big wrestling weekend

Hundreds of young wrestlers met at Riverside Gym on March 21 & 22, to compete in two big wrestling tournaments.

Library meeting features fiddler

The Friends of the Springfield Town Library’s annual meeting on April 1 will feature historic musical humor.

Police ask possible loan victims to come forward

The Springfield Police Department has issued a public appeal for complaints about possible criminal activity by a Springfield woman.

Video: Springfield Select Board Meeting

Video recorded on March 23, 2015 by SAPA TV. (1 hour, 36 minutes)
Click here to see a copy of the Minutes for this meeting. 

Project ACTION seeks to engage youth

Project ACTION members to reach out to town's youth.

Springfield Energy Committee gets new leadership

The Springfield Energy Committee is having growing pains.

RDCs of Vermont endorse Senate's economic development bill

The Regional Development Corporations of Vermont (RDCs of Vermont) announced their support on Thursday of S138, a bill developed by the Senate Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs committee, which is currently working its way through the Vermont Senate.

Town faces quandary: Demolition or delay?

A house on the town’s Top 10 list of dilapidated properties has been sold, presenting the Springfield Select Board with a conundrum: Do they push ahead with the already ordered demolition, or wait for the new owner to renovate the property?

Hospital garden receives award

Though the garden has been in existence for almost two years, on March 19, the Springfield Hospital Centennial Garden received a Vermont Public Places Merit Award for 2014.

'Mud Season' author visits Springfield

Vermont author Ellen Stimson was in town last week to talk about her first book “Mud Season”.

Springfield Town Library conducts technology survey

The Springfield Town Library is conducting a survey to better understand how patrons use library technology and how the community benefits from free access to computers and the Internet at the library.

A tale set in 1890's Springfield, Vermont, based loosely on a true tale.

Springfield cops invited to lunch at high school

Springfield Police Chief Douglas Johnston wants his officers to start having lunch with new friends at Springfield High School.

Ever wonder where your outdoor cat wanders?

“The cat is within 50 yards,” Vermont wildlife biologist Frosty Hammond, announced as he slowly swung what looked like a rooftop TV antenna in an arc, listening for a chirping sound.

From her window

How bird watching helps a Springfield woman feel closer to God's creation–and appreciate her own humanity.

Woman pleads in Medicaid fraud case

A Springfield woman accused of falsely billing Medicaid for providing elderly care has made a plea deal with prosecutors.

Springfield wrestling weekend

The Springfield VT Wrestling Team is hosting two back-to-back tournaments at Riverside Middle School this weekend.

Community rallies to support local family

A 5K will be held on Saturday, March 28 in honor of Cole Rapini, a 7-year-old Elm Hill School student who passed away last month.

Former church secretary faces new criminal charges

A former Springfield church secretary faced new criminal charges this week after she allegedly lied about money problems to get money from church parishoners.

12 Development corporations endorse economic development bill

A major economic development bill moving through the Senate received the endorsement of 12 regional development corporations across Vermont.

Springfield Restorative Justice Center has bikes for sale

Approximately 40 bicycles for sale. The price per bike is $40, or 20 hours of community service in the bike shop.

Lost gold ring, high sentimental value

I have lost my grandfather's ring which he gave to me on his deathbed. Cash reward if returned!

Springfield woman cited for scamming neighbors

A Springfield woman is facing three misdemeanor charges of false pretenses after police say she scammed neighbors into giving her money.

Incentive included in education reform bill raises concern

Under a section of the House education governance reform bill, school districts that close buildings would no longer be financially liable for repaying the state for construction costs.

North Springfield gas station robbed

A gunman held up an Irving gas station and convenience store Wednesday night, the latest in a string of robberies at the remote store.

Police seek cameras for Springfield footbridge

The Fellows footbridge, which links the Springfield Shopping Plaza to Pearl Street and points downtown, is a crime hot spot that would benefit from surveillance cameras, Springfield Police Detective Patrick Call said Wednesday.

Springfield now registering students for pre-K

This year, for the first time, the Springfield School District is offering universal pre-K and accepting all children, ages 3 to 5, who register for the program.

Students stage walkout to support fired coach

Dozens of Springfield High School students walked out of school Wednesday morning to protest the firing of popular football coach Gary Harris.

Video: Springfield students hold walk out supporting former coach

Comcast awards $23,000 in scholarships to Vermont high school seniors

14 recipients from around the state each received $1,000. An additional $9,000 went to one student from Springfield.

Robbery at Irving gas station

Tonight at 7:28 a man entered the North Springfield Irving store wearing a mask and pointed a handgun at the cashier demanding money from the cash register.

Firing of SHS coach over texts affects football, baseball

Superintendent Zachary McLaughlin reiterated his refusal Tuesday to publicly discuss the decision to dismiss Springfield High School varsity football coach Gary Harris.

Lost feline

If anyone has seen or found a female black cat her name is Onyx. Shes a little skittish and afraid. If you find her on Chester Rd I live behind the Redemption center. Please help me find her....

Ainsley Bertone and Ciana Winston sing at Art Show

On Thursday, March 12, community members gathered at Springfield High School to attend the 13th Annual Arts Festival.

Governor Shumlin address Springfield Rotary Club

Members of the Springfield Rotary Club and the public gathered at the Nolin Murray Center in Springfield on Monday, March 9 to hear Governor Peter Shumlin speak.

Video: March 16th School Board Meeting

Last night's entire meeting as recorded by SAPA-TV. Speakers include Lori Brown, Tim Gagnier, Cedric Gray, Sheila Roby, Hali Baily, Rev. Gerry Piper, Steve Otis, Alphonso Chambers, Melissa Cooper, Steven Hunt, Dave Wright, Alden Tewksbury, Katie Cooper, Matt LaChapelle and Coach Gary Harris.

Video: Springfield football players rally for reinstatement of fired coach

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The Cosmos football team, autumn 2014

Crowd urges officials to restore football coach

More than 100 parents, students and football players pleaded Monday night with the Springfield School Board to reverse a decision by Superintendent Zachary McLaughlin to not renew the contract of the SHS football coach.

Video: Break-in on Parker Hill

On Saturday evening a house on Parker Hill was broken into by the subjects in the images above.

Video: Irish Riverdance Baby

Springfield #1 in wild turkey kills

Wild turkeys were wiped out in post-Colonial times by over-hunting and a loss of suitable habitat. They were reintroduced back into Vermont in 1969 and 1970, in Pawlet and in Hubbardton.

Springfield board seeks action on blight issue

Does Springfield need a code enforcement officer? Springfield Selectman George T. McNaughton thinks so.

Video: Governor Shumlin at Springfield Rotary

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Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin speaks to a noontime meeting of the Springfield Rotary Club on March 9, 2015. Complete 49 minute video from SAPA-TV.

Fire department receives donation of CPR training equipment

The Springfield Fire Department received two new pieces of training equipment thanks to a donation from Kelley Sales and Service on Clinton Street.

Springfield man charged with 3 felony counts of promoting child pornography

Vermont Attorney General Bill Sorrell says a Springfield man is facing three felony counts of promoting child pornography.

Springfield wins right to tear down old Valley Street bakery building, owner will appeal, again

After a decision by the Vermont Supreme Court, the blighted building at 23 Valley Street in Springfield will be demolished.

Springfield tree secured; set to be taken down Monday

A large willow tree that is hanging over Clinton Street has been secured and will be taken down on Monday, according to Springfield Police.

Tree disrupts traffic flow downtown

A tree in danger of falling resulted in Clinton Street being closed to traffic for hours this afternoon and evening. The Edgar May Rec Center was evacuated also. The tree (a weeping willow) is now temporarily secured.

Photo from Carlene Smith

Help Springfield get their brewery

A few months ago, two good friends and I reached the first major milestone in the realization of our dream to open a brewery in our hometown of Springfield, Vermont.

Friday the 13th Magic Show

Mind-blowing illusions for all ages.

Bank robbery suspect arrested again

The suspect in the recent pair of bank robberies in Springfield was arrested again after a bail bondsman tracked him to a motel early Wednesday.

Fire at North Springfield home traced to pellet stove vent

Vermont state fire investigators said Wednesday a blaze at a North Springfield home earlier this week was traced to a pellet stove vent pipe.

Church Street house fire investigation

Report from Assistant State Fire Marshal Paul Spicer.

Employers sought for 2015 spring employment fair

The River Valley Workforce Investment Board is seeking employers to exhibit in the 4th annual River Valley Employment Fair.

N.H. man sentenced for role in drug shooting

A 34-year-old Charlestown man has been sentenced in connection with a June 2014 apartment break-in and shooting in Springfield, Vt., that injured a convicted drug dealer.
Related story: Home invasion suspect hopes to become better man

Video: Gov. Shumlin Meets with Springfield Residents

Gov. Peter Shumlin and Springfield Rotary Club President Carol Cole give their assessments of the town and its future to YCN News.

Town and School Budgets pass on Town Meeting Day

On Tuesday, March 3, Springfield citizens voted on a variety of issues ranging from the town budget to who would serve on the Select Board.

13th Annual Arts Festival scheduled for March 12

Art will be the center of attention at Springfield High School when the 13th annual Arts Academy Festival takes place from 5 to 7 p.m.

Video: Shumlin answers questions

Gov. Peter Shumlin took several questions from the audience at the Springfield Rotary Club meeting on Monday. The 3 featured in this clip ask about school funding, choosing to live off government benefits instead of working, and marijuana legalization.

Alleged bank robber jumps bail, disappears

The suspect in two recent bank robberies in Springfield failed to show up for a scheduled court appearance Monday afternoon, and authorities in at least two states are now looking for him.

Shumlin: Legalizing pot not the budget solution

Gov. Peter Shumlin said Monday that marijuana should be legalized in Vermont, but not as a way to raise money to plug the state’s projected budget gap.

The Governor comes to town

Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin was at the new Springfield branch of the Claremont Savings Bank this morning for a ribbon cutting ceremony and then off to address a luncheon meeting of the Springfield Rotary Club.

Fire damages home on Church Street

A mid-afternoon fire today damaged the home of one of Springfield's five School Board Directors, Kenneth Vandenburgh.

Leon Jiggetts faces decision on plea deal offers

The New Jersey man who police believe shot a teenage drug dealer in Springfield in June is considering an updated plea deal offer from the state.

Business briefs

Springfield Automart donates new car for driver's education... HCRS welcomes new staff... Employers sought for 2015 Spring Employment Fair.

Video: Health benefits of cold water swimming

Last month, a newly formed organization to promote winter swimming in the United States held its first national competition and the location was in Vermont.

Caller: You're my motivational speaker

RUSH: Springfield, Vermont. This is Jeff, and it's great to have you, Jeff. Welcome to the program.

Select Board upbeat and grateful

Kristi Morris was re-elected chairman of the Springfield Select Board on Thursday during the board’s reorganizational meeting, and Select Board member Stephanie Thompson was re-elected vice chairman of the panel.

Policy calls for timely police response

The town now has a formal policy for residents who want to report everything from criminal activity to unsafe buildings.

North Springfield offers 'A taste of winter'

Spring might be right around the corner, but a local group is hoping to draw out the winter just a little longer with their upcoming annual Taste of Winter Market.

The epic history of Stowe Mountain Resort

The workman with a sandwich second from left in the back is Paul Barquin of Springfield who skied down The Bruce the day it was completed making him the first person to ski down a cut ski trail in Vermont.

Video: Be Safe Career Safe

2015 Career Safe Video Contest entry - River Valley Technical Center, Springfield, Vermont

Police log

Recent incidents and arrests logged by the Springfield Police Department.

Giving organic produce a new solar home

Black River Produce located in Springfield, VT, is a wholesaler of fresh, organic, and specialty produce for more than 2,000 customers, made bold moves last year after deciding to take their local business to a new level.

Rescue from Eden

On February 25th, more than 60 animals — mainly dogs — were rescued from a home in Eden, VT where they were living in appalling conditions. The Springfield Humane Society took in some of them.

Springfield votes yes on Article 8

Town Clerk Barbara Courchesene says the voter turnout was light.

Town Meeting Vote – Full Results

Unofficial results as released from the Town Clerk's office this morning.

Video: Town Meeting 2015

The entire 3 hour Springfield Town Meeting as recorded by SAPA-TV on March 2nd, 2015.

Martone, MacGillivray win seats in Springfield

Voters also passed both the town and school budgets.