Local news journalism legend Barney Crosier passes at age 96

He started working for the Rutland Herald as a news reporter for the Springfield area in 1957. Then became Windsor County Bureau Chief and stayed in that position until his retirement in 1987. After retirement he continued his affiliation with the Rutland Herald, doing free-lance writing as a columnist for another 15 years.

The tradition continues: the 63rd Apple Blossom Cotillion is underway!

The 63rd Apple Blossom Cotillion is almost four months away, but the hard work for its participants began on Sunday, Jan. 6, at Riverside Gymnasium in Springfield and will continue every Sunday until the big night on May 4.

Springfield Holiday Local Loyalty program a success

Rebecca Durant receives a prize from staff at The Springfield Food Co-Op, one of many businesses that participated in a new shop-in-Springfield incentive program organized for the holiday shopping season.

Springfield Medical Care Systems announces interim leadership team

Michael Halstead

Joshua Dufresne

Wayne Sholz

Springfield Medical Care Systems’ Board of Directors has appointed three interim leaders as the system attempts to find its way out of a difficult financial position.

HCRS names two new members to board of directors

Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), southeastern Vermont’s community mental-health agency, announced Wednesday that it has elected Michelle Bos-Lun and Stephen Greene to its board of directors.

Flying the 2-33G glider in Springfield Vt

Springfield Area Obituaries

Jr Barrows,

Robert Murray,

Joyce Jefts ,

Robin Mitchell,

Others...

Opinion: The granular nature of democracy and trying to cover it well

The Eagle Times has been returning to its coverage area to visit select boards, businesses, and attractive natural places, but their reporter in Springfield has decided to retire.

2019 Sammy Pierce scholarships

The Sammy Pierce Memorial Scholarships are awarded annually to deserving students in recognition of volunteered time and talent.

Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), southeastern Vermont’s community mental-health agency, is pleased to announce the appointment of nine new prprofessionals.

Chamber of Commerce performs ribbon cutting for Advanced Skin Care, Wellness & Spa

The Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce happily performed a ribbon cutting for Advanced Skin Care, Wellness & Spa in December to celebrate their new location

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide free tax preparation

Beginning Feb. 4 and continuing to April 15, AARP Foundation is providing free individualized tax assistance and preparation for all low to moderate taxpayers especially those 50 and older.