19th Annual RiverSweep spans two days, four towns

Since 2000, volunteers with the Black River Action Team have gathered at the end of each summer to paddle, wade, pull, reach, walk, and grapple with trash of all kinds in an effort to clean up the Black River. On Saturday, September 8th, Springfield Sweepers spread across town and reeled in a handful of shopping carts, 35 bags of trash and more.

SMCS donates school supplies for area students

Springfield Medical Care Systems hosted a backpack and school supply drive to collect donations for area students to help them get ready for the new school year.

Need for local warming shelters appears on the ris

It’s been about five years since the Springfield Warming Shelter opened, providing the homeless a place to sleep between November and April each year. The need for the shelter has increased every year, said North Springfield Baptist Church Rev. George Keeler, explaining they had to turn people away from the shelter for the first time this year.

Green Up Day synergy in Springfield

Bright sunshine, blue skies, and comfortable temperatures put spring in the steps of the many volunteers digging, planting, spreading mulch, and picking up trash at the People’s United Bank parking lot Saturday morning, May 5.

Springfield area students lend a hand in Bellows Falls

Students from the River Valley Technical Center in Springfield have been lending a helping hand with Bellows Falls town beautification.

Chamber thanks community for successful Green Up Day

The Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce was joined May 5 by more than 100 community members helping to Green Up Springfield and surrounding areas.

Medical trip to Cambodia includes Springfield grad

Not many people dream of visiting a Third World country but for Sarah Vredenburgh, taking a medical mission to Cambodia in January was a dream come true.

Volunteers needed for Springfield's Green Up Day

Springfield is gearing up for Vermont’s 48th Annual Green Up Day Event on May 5, 2018! Our Green Up event will begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday morning. Families, friends and community members will meet downtown at the parking lot in front of People’s United Bank to sign-in to the event and pick up their trash bag

RSVP recognizes local mentors for National Mentoring Month

Green Mountain Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is celebrating its local mentors and the work they do to support area children, as National Mentoring Month wraps up.

Lack of signage sparks Eagle Scout project

Video: Troop 252 Boy Scout Adam Stokarski (green cap) supervises fellow scouts in the installation of a new sign he made for the North School Recreation Park as his Eagle Scout project.

SAPA TV Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

Join SAPA TV as they celebrate the volunteers and producers who make SAPA TV possible. Dinner will be provided by the RVTC Culinary Program. This event is free and open to the public. If interested in attending please RSVP at info@sapatv.org by January 5, 2018.

Scouts clear trails, go geocaching in Grafton

Scouts with Troop 252 of Springfield had a chance to search for a geocache on Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Grafton Trails Outdoor Center.

MOW gives thanks to supporters and dedicated volunteers

Meals on Wheels (MOW) volunteers gather at a recent dinner to recognize their efforts and support.

Volunteers needed for AARP Foundation tax-aide program

Vermont District 10–AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is looking to expand its team of volunteers for the upcoming tax season in Springfield, Chester, and Bellows Falls. Soon approaching its 50th year, Tax-Aide offers free tax filing help to anyone, especially those 50 and older, who can’t afford a tax preparation service.

RSVP seeks active senior volunteers to teach exercise class

The Green Mountain Retired Senior Volunteer Program is seeking volunteer instructors to teach Bone Builders, an exercise program for men and women over 55 that was developed and tested at Tufts University.

Volunteering offers chance for seniors to help in their communities

Green Mountain Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (GMRSVP) is one of many opportunities for older adults to help out and volunteer in their communities. There are a variety opportunities waiting for volunteers all over Vermont, including programs such as Meals on Wheels in Springfield.

TODAY: 18th Annual RiverSweep

Come get dirty to help us get the Black River cleaner! The 18th Annual RiverSweep is happening this Saturday, September 9th starting at 8 am and ending at 12 noon. This year, all volunteers will be entered to win cool prizes donated by local businesses.

Helping Hands Day at VINE Sanctuary

VINE Sanctuary invites the public to attend the upcoming Volunteer Day on Saturday, Sept. 9, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 201 Massey Road in Springfield. This volunteer day will focus on preparing for autumn. Many hands make light work.

All-4-One welcomes new AmeriCorps volunteer

All-4-One AmeriCorps VISTA members are changing gears. The program welcomes Kelly Burton, a native of Springfield, Vermont, as this year's AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer. Burton takes the place of AmeriCorps VISTA Michael Wanigasekera, who will return to his native Dallas, Texas in a couple of weeks.

Group repairs homes for those in need in Springfield

At SHS, desks have been swapped out for inflatable air mattresses, cots, and even an inflatable couch as WorkCampNE, a faith-based summer program, sets up camp throughout the classrooms, cafeteria, and auditorium. It’s all part of an effort to bring free home repairs to communities with financial need.