Housing grants total $1.39 million

The Vermont Housing and Conservation Board announced new grants Monday. A Springfield rental housing development will get $700.000 for energy-efficiency updates.

Biggest loser crowned

The Springfield chapter of TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) recently honored Brenda Tetreault as their biggest loser of 2014, 52 pounds lost. Also honored were Goldie Cook and Elizabeth Bailey both with 10 pounds+ loss for the year 2014.   Photo by Rebecca Tucker.

Springfield taps MacDonnell as new athletic director

Timmy MacDonnell, who has taught mathematics at Springfield High School and coached last year's boys' varsity basketball team, is the school's new full-time athletic director.

Special Report: An inmate took his life after mental illness treatment needs went unmet

At 7:38 p.m. on April 23, an employee at Southern State Correctional Facility sent an email blast from her phone. A 10-33, code for emergency, was called for an inmate who tried to commit suicide.

Alan Pinders back in town

Photo by Rebecca Tucker
Popular long-time Furman's Department Store owner Alan Pinders was back in town this week visiting with many old friends such as Ken Skillen (center) and Ken Millay (right). Pinders retired to South Carolina a few years back.

SPRINGFIELD STEAMPUNK FESTIVAL Set for September

Springfield, Vermont is calling all Steampunk aficionados and those curious to participate in the first ever Springfield Steampunk Festival.

Downtown revitalization work underway

Springfield On The Move ended the year in the black, but it also ended the year with visible accomplishments, officials from the downtown revitalization group said this week.

Cousin of Springfield shooter denies drug dealing

A cousin of Terrick Craft who is currently serving eight to 15 years in prison for attempted murder stemming from the July 2012 shooting has pleaded innocent Monday to felony counts of possession and attempted sale of heroin.

Video: Theater owner goes crazy decorating movie theater for Jurassic World
Down at a small town cinema in Springfield Vermont, the theater owner builds and decorates an incredible setup for all Jurassic Park fans to see.

Video: 2015 Alumni Day Parade Highlights

See and hear eleven minutes of video highlighting the Springfield Vermont High School Alumni Day Parade held on June 20, 2015. Filmed and edited by Edwin Fransen.
Click Here for YouTube version (lower quality but may play better on older devices/slower internet connections.)

The Alumni Day float from the class of 1980, shown being awarded most outstanding float following today's parade through downtown Springfield.

Community Center repairs taking more time

Foundation work at the Springfield Community Center is taking longer than originally expected and will delay the reopening of the home of the town’s recreation department and senior center.

Global Campus participants share their knowledge

Global Campuses Foundation (GCF) offers post-secondary educational opportunities to adults with developmental disabilities. Global Campus Springfield meets weekly at the Dean Educational Center.

AG’s office takes over shooting case

Windsor County State’s Attorney Michael Kainen has turned over to the Vermont attorney general’s office the prosecution of a Springfield man charged with the murder of a neighbor over alleged drug dealing.

NJ man gets 10 years for drug shooting

A New Jersey man was sentenced to serve 10 years in prison Wednesday for shooting a fellow drug dealer in the stomach during a violent episode in downtown Springfield last June.

Prosecutor: Springfield, Vt., Gunman Has Chance to ‘Change His Life’

The gunman who shot a man in Springfield, Vt., last June over a drug dispute has been sentenced to prison for a decade, a penalty that prosecutors said reflected a belief that Leon Jiggetts can be rehabilitated.

Black River Action Team makes a dent in garlic mustard population

Black River Action Team Director Kelly Stettner shares a garlic mustard moment with North Springfield celebrity Bongo the goat at the Second Annual Garlic Mustard Pull-a-Palooza held Sunday, June 7.

Springfield's only lottery millionaire passes at age 97

Once only famous for her pet geese, Helen Emery hit the jackpot at age 88.
Related story: Springfield woman claims Megabucks jackpot

New HCRS CEO also has deferred compensation package

Health Care and Rehabilitation Services of Southeastern Vermont, in the wake of controversy about the deferred compensation package it arranged for longtime and now former Chief Executive Judith Hayward, is salting away money for her successor.

In robbery due to addiction, leniency

The Bellows Falls woman who shook what she claimed was a "dirty" hypodermic needle at a cashier in a Springfield Plaza pharmacy and then ran off with $250 she grabbed from the cash register drawer has been sentenced.

Truck stuck on Village Pizza

BFA-Fairfax tops Springfield to win title, caps perfect season

Photo credit: Doug MacPhee        

The Springfield softball team gathers around the second-place trophy on Saturday after falling 5-1 to BFA-Fairfax in the state championship.

Change in governor could spell change for Springfield recovery center

The director of the Springfield Turning Point said he’s worried Vermont’s next governor will not support drug and alcohol recovery as vehemently as Gov. Peter Shumlin.

Perfect Bullets down Cosmos

BFA-Fairfax pitcher Kayla Mathieu gave up an RBI triple to Springfield’s Chelsea McAllister in the first inning and very little after as the Bullets defeated Springfield 5-1 in the Division II state championship softball game at Legion Field Saturday.

Softball state titles handed out Saturday

The Division 2 state championship went to BFA-Fairfax, beating Springfield, 5-1.

Springfield takes on BFA-Fairfax for state crown

The Cosmos are looking for one more day of magic. No. 3 Springfield (14-5) takes on No. 1 Fairfax (17-0) today at Poultney for the VPA Division 2 softball championship.
Related story: Area teams chase crowns

Springfield graduates lauded for community service

Springfield High School's Class of 2015 was lauded for its creativity, star athletes and dedication to the community during graduation ceremonies Friday.

Gasp! Geyer lifts Cosmos to finale

The situation was about as tense as it could get. The score of the Vermont Division II semifinal softball game was 1-1 and it the last of the ninth inning. At the plate was Springfield’s Lina Geyer, just a sophomore, facing Randolph senior hurler Rachel Johnson who had already struck out 16. The bases were loaded and the count was 2-2 to Geyer.

Springfield rallies past Randolph in extras to reach final

Cosmos face BFA-Fairfax for championship on Saturday.

Springfield High School 2015 graduates

Graduation ceremonies take place this Friday, June 12.

Springfield names Saypack as football coach

Rich Saypack, who was the Cosmos football coach several years ago, has been hired back.

SHSAA names coach Tom Lovett as 2015 Honored Guest

Each year, the Springfield, Vermont High School Alumni Association (SHSAA) selects an individual as “Honored Guest” for its Annual weekend festivities.

Police log

Recent arrests and incidents logged by the Springfield Police Department.

Dr. Eugene Bont receives 2015 George F. Leland Award

Dr. Eugene Bont of Cavendish received the 2015 George F. Leland Community Health Award from Springfield Medical Care Systems.

Vermont now has 10 Gbps internet for $400 per month

If you're lucky enough to live in Springfield, Vermont, you now have access to a ridiculously fast 10 Gbps fiber internet connection for $400 per month thanks to local service provider Vermont Telephone (VTel).

2nd annual Garlic Mustard Pull-a-Palooza

Six volunteers harvested 14 pounds of the invasive plant garlic mustard from the roadsides and trails at Springweather Nature Area this past Sunday. An organized effort by the Black River Action Team.

Video: Springfield softball moves on in playoffs after impressive win

10Gbps Internet for $400 a month can be yours if you move to Vermont

Rural telco also offers 1 gigabit for $60, with help of government grant.

Police log

Recent arests and incidents logged by the Springfield Police Department.

Women deny faking bills to Medicaid

Two Springfield women are accused of concocting fake bills that netted them $13,715 in federal Medicaid payments.

Springfield advances to semifinals

For the first time since 2011 — when the Cosmos won the state championship — Springfield has advanced to the VPA Division 2 softball semifinals.

Cosmos topple Mount Abraham

Jade Twombley scattered fives hit in a complete-game victory for the No. 3 Cosmos in a Division II quarterfinal softball game.

First Historic Art Show

Bunni Putnam from the Springfield Art & Historical Society invites you to a showing today of some of Springfield's earliest paintings.

VTel rolls out 10 Gbps internet

The fastest internet in Vermont just got 1,000% faster.

Job description changes for district athletic director

The Springfield school board agreed to change the job description for the athletic director following a recommendation from Zach McLaughlin, superintendent, at their meeting on June 1.

Local heroes invited to walk Relay for Life lap

This year, Windsor County Relay for Life is thanking local heroes by inviting all fire departments, police departments, emergency medical services, active military and veterans to participate.

Woman denies attempted gas station robbery

A Rutland woman accused of trying to rob a gas station in April allegedly told investigators she did it to avoid losing her home.

Springfield cruises past Lamoille in D-2 playoffs

The No. 3 seed Springfield took care of No. 14 Lamoille by a 22-3 margin in the first round of the VPA Division 2 softball playoffs.

Springfield enters D-2 playoffs as No. 3 seed

Chelsea McAllister

The VPA softball pairings were announced Monday and three local teams will immediately jump into action Tuesday.

Wellness theme drives business in area

A total of 11 independent practitioners are based at the Wholistic Wellness Center in Springfield. Services offered include therapeutic massage, acupuncture and psychotherapy.