Springfield Community Chorus concerts begin April 27

Enjoy some of your favorite toe-tapping pop tunes from the 20th century sung by the Springfield Community Chorus during their spring concerts.

Community Connections project hosts the Stettners

As part of our yearlong Community Connections project at Union Street School, Kelly Stettner and her son Armando visited the 3rd grade on Tuesday, April 10. Kelly and Armando spoke to 80 third graders about the Black River Action Team.

Kids Day at Springfield Humane Society

Join us for Kids Day at Springfield Humane Society from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 21 at the shelter, 401 Skitchwaug Trail, Springfield.

Professional Animal Communicator to give presentation

The Springfield Humane Society will be hosting a fundraiser from 2-3: 30 p.m. on Saturday, April 28 by donation. Jeannie Lindheim, a Professional Animal Communicator, will give a presentation on animal communication, techniques she uses, plus a wonderful technique that you can use with your own animals.

Police seek help in possible fraud suspect

Police are asking the public to help identify a female possibly involved in a fraud case.

High school senior helps library launch ‘Tech Time’ help desk

With the assistance of a local high school student volunteer, the Springfield Town Library is launching Tech Time, a new on-site technology help desk service. The service will be for any library cardholders who need help with technology.

Weather no problem on these links

It was sleeting one recent weekend and the hills were covered in snow, but Crown Point Country Club was open for the season. The 18-hole golf course opened April 13. About 24 eager golfers played despite the 40-degree temperatures.

Springfield Wrestlers Wrap Up Season With Wins at 3-6 States

While Noah Markwell brought home a 2nd place trophy, his younger brother Seth battled through six matches for a hard-won 4th place award. Third-place winners include Dillan Lacasse and Dmitri Jasinski.

American Pickers to film in Vermont

Video: A 2 1/2 minute clip from their previous Vermont episode

Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to Vermont! They plan to film episodes of the hit series AMERICAN PICKERS throughout the region this fall.

Video: Visiting Douma ‘chemical attack’ site: Witnesses recall how White Helmets shot the video

**RT is funded in whole or part by the Russian government**

Free roast pork dinner for area seniors at Springfield Moose Lodge

Springfield Moose Lodge 679 is hosting the 11th Annual Free Roast Pork Dinner for area seniors on Saturday, May 5 from 4 – 6 p.m. at their 39 South Street location.

HCRS welcomes new staff members

Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), southeastern Vermont’s community mental health agency, is pleased to announce the appointment of eight new professionals whose talents will augment HCRS’ services in the Brattleboro and Springfield regions.

Apple Blossom Cotillion gowns, portraits on display

Portraits of past Apple Blossom Queens along with a collection of gowns worn in past Cotillions are on display at Springfield Health Center in the 100 River Street building.

Nursing scholarship in memory of Springfield Hospital Nurse

Applications are being accepted for the 11th annual Eileen Austin Neal Nursing Scholarship of $1,000. This scholarship is open to any student who has been accepted into a nursing program of study.

Police Chief celebrates 39th Anniversary with Springfield Police Department

Congratulations to Springfield Police Chief Douglas Johnston who reached a most impressive span of service with the Springfield Police Department on April 16th.

Past prizewinner pushes Curb Appeal creativity

Three days into her Curb Appeal project of applying German “schmeer” mortar to the facade of her house, Janalene Gould almost bailed.

Poetry slams at Springfield Town Library

The Springfield Town Library and the Springfield Co-op invite you to a fun and inspiring evening celebrating poetry on Saturday, April 28 at 7 p.m.

Springfield school district registration for public pre-k programs now open

Springfield School District is now registering children for its publicly funded pre-k program provided by community partners throughout the district for the 2018-19 school year. Children between the ages of 3-5 and not eligible for kindergarten are eligible for the pre-k program.

Springfield Town Library hosts first Pre-K art show

Art from the Springfield area’s preschools and child care centers will be on display during the Week of the Young Child, April 16 to 20, 2018.

Touch a truck event returns to Springfield

The Edgar May Health and Recreation Center is pleased to announce that a Touch-a-Truck event is coming to Springfield on April 28 from noon – 2 p.m.

It's back: Springfield Curb Appeal Challenge

Have you been thinking about upgrading your home or yard to make it more attractive? Now is the time to act! The second annual Springfield Curb Appeal Challenge opens on Saturday, April 14.

Melissa Tarbell engaged

Martha and Troy Tarbell of North Springfield, Vermont are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa R. Tarbell to Dakota Laskos of Missoula, Montana, son of Marti Laskos and Frank Laskos.

Cosmos fall to Leland and Gray at home

Springfield’s John Stafford had a big day at the plate with a triple, a double and three RBI’s, but it wasn’t enough for the Cosmos as they fell to visiting Leland and Gray 15-7 on Friday.

Springfield looks to expand nuisance regulations

The Springfield Selectboard adopted nuisance ordinances about a year ago. Since then, code enforcement officer Paul Stagner has received approximately 60 calls about buildings that are dilapidated, vacant or in apparent violation of the ordinances.

Gallery offers ‘Drawing and Painting with Grids’

The Galley at the VAULT, a nonprofit organization in Springfield, will offer a two-day workshop, “Drawing and Painting with Grids” with artist Christine Mix from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 28 and May 5.

Vermonters have protest planned in case President Trump tries to end Russia probe

Hundreds of Vermonters say they’re ready to mobilize if President Donald Trump tries to end the special counsel’s Russia investigation. A rapid-response protest is all set up to go into action in Springfield.

Video: Republican challenger to Gov. Phil Scott taps into gun bill discontent

Small business owner Keith Stern, who was born and raised here in Springfield, says Vermont is 'lost' and he's the guy to fix it.

(WPTZ – NBC5 News with Stewart Ledbetter)

Graveside services

A graveside service for Phillip Streeter who died in February will be held this morning, April 14; the graveside service for Janice Martin who died in March will be held April 21.

Video: Gun rights lawsuit

Farmers’ market customers eagerly return for high quality local ingredients

As happily as the robins chirping in the branches outside, loyal Springfield Farmers’ Market customers migrated back to their favorite vendors for the first indoor Spring Farmers’ Market of the year at the United Methodist Church on April 7.

Unified Springfield beats Leland & Gray

Springfield brings in their third win against Leland & Gray on April 9 making their winning record to 3-1. Leland & Gray’s pep band kept both teams running up and down the court to bring the final score to 34-22.

ROTC cadet from Springfield honored

The Military Officer Association of America recently conferred one of its Reserve Office Training Corps (ROTC) Awards on Springfield, Vt., resident Patrick Clancy. Clancy was cited for demonstrating “exceptional potential for military leadership” in the Air Force ROTC program at The Citadel in South Carolina.

'The Simpsons' facing backlash for 'sad' response to Apu criticisms

Characters from The Simpsons pose before the premiere of "The Simpsons Movie" in Springfield, Vt, on July 21, 2007. Photo Credit: AP/Lisa Poole

Comedian Hari Kondabolu, who wrote the documentary "The Problem With Apu," called Sunday's episode a "jab" at progress  attacking the show on Twitter for reducing a discussion about racism to political correctness.

A rash of break-ins

Springfield Police are warning business owners to be on the lookout for theft after three buildings were broken into last week and this past weekend.

Video: U. S. War Plan - Destroy 7 countries in 5 years

Confirmed by retired 4-star U.S. Army General Wesley Clark who was Supreme Allied Commander of NATO forces during the Kosovo war, 1997 - 2000.

Steampunk Society of VT offers scholarship to Springfield student

The Steampunk Society of Vermont, a Springfield, Vermont based nonprofit organization, is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a Springfield, Vermont graduate who will be studying one of the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics) subjects post high-school graduation.

At Saratoga Comic Con, superheroes and villains bond

In the Star Wars movies, Han Solo and Darth Vader would not pal around with each other. However, this was Saratoga Comic Con, where anything is possible. R.W. Martin and Tracey Parkhurst, both of Springfield, Vermont, were dressed up as Han Solo and Princess Leia and had a great time posing for pictures with Darth.

Communities divided over proficiency based learning

While much of the state appears gripped with concern over the new standards, Springfield has had an entirely different experience, according to Michael Ruppel, a high school teacher there.

Celebrate young children with storytelling presentation and book giveaway

The Springfield Learning Garden invites Springfield families of young children to an evening full of books, compliments of Children’s Literacy Foundation! Join us at the Springfield Town Library on Tuesday, April 17 from 5-6 p.m. for a presentation from CLiF on “Storytelling, Why Read?”

Springfield, BF landlords settle violation claims

The Attorney General’s Office says it has settled with six landlords, including three in the Bellows Falls and Springfield, Vermont areas, for violations of consumer protection and lead laws.

Video: Rep. Tulsi Gabbard on the US strikes on Syria

Congressman Peter Welch (D-Vermont) co-sponsored the Stop Arming Terrorists Act bill introduced by Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii).

Woodchuck’s Revenge performs at Springfield UU Coffeehouse

Woodchuck’s Revenge with Kristina Cady will perform at the Springfield UU Coffeehouse on Saturday, April 21, at 7 p.m.

Vermont nominates ‘Opportunity Zones’ for federal program

Vermont is adding another program to its economic development tool box. The federal Opportunity Zones program awards developers with federal tax credits when they invest in economically stressed areas that meet certain criteria. 17 communities chosen, Springfield included.

Robert Steele joins Springfield Lions

Robert Steele has been inducted into the Springfield Lions Club. He joins over 50 Springfield Lions in providing community support for those in need of eye care, glasses, vision screening, disaster relief, and other needs.

Video: The Wellness Series- Lifestyle Medicine

Springfield Medical Care Systems' Chief of Practice Operations Joshua Dufresne speaks with Lifestyle Medicine physician Dr. Scott Durgin about the growing discipline and movement in medical care. (26 minutes)

Nine RVTC students earn certification

Students in Ms. Wilson’s Technology Essentials and Hands On Computers classes traveled to Colby-Sawyer College to take the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam on Tuesday, April 3. The students walked away with a 100-percent pass rate as all 9 students passed and earned this industry-recognized credential.

Lights out — storm leaves thousands without power

More than 50,000 customers in Vermont and 60,000 in New Hampshire saw power outages due to high winds overnight Wednesday. Winds gusted up to 51 mph in the Windsor County area of Vermont, according to the National Weather Service.

The Green Mountain Party, Vermont’s cure for common politics

Are you at all frustrated with the political direction Vermont is currently on? Is so read on, a group of us have formed the Green Mountain Party to address the concerns of so many in Vermont that are being ignored.

The Family Room: More a theater festival than a competition

The Vermont State Drama Festival is part of a process of selecting school plays from across the state for the New England Drama Festival, where the top plays will be presented. Hosted by Springfield High School this year, April 6 & 7.

Petition calls for superintendent of schools to resign

Several parents and residents have launched an anonymous petition calling on the school board to ask the schools superintendent to resign after the Union Street School principal’s contract was not renewed last month.

Springfield author wins Christopher Award

Springfield, Vt.-based writer Kate Hennessy has received a Christopher Award for Dorothy Day: The World will be Saved by Beauty (Scribner/Simon & Schuster).

Film: 'Girl Rising – One Girl with Courage is a Revolution'

The story of nine girls from nine different countries striving beyond poverty and challenging life circumstances to educate themselves. Free showing of the film April 6 at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Springfield.

Easter Fest delights with food, fellowship, and 6,000 hidden eggs

Decked in sunshine-yellow t-shirts, dozens of volunteers from the Association of Springfield Area Churches cooked hot dogs and burgers, led games, helped with crafts, and cheered on youngsters searching for hidden Easter eggs at the Easter Fest held at Riverside Park on March 31.

This steakhouse has a twist you’ll want to see for yourself

There are lots of places to go to get a great steak in Vermont, but the Black Rock Steakhouse in Springfield has a unique twist.

Senior Companions Program seeks home companions

Senior Companions Program is a home visiting program that matches older adults with their aging peers. Senior Companions provide friendly visits and companionship to help alleviate loneliness.

Celebrate shopping locally with Springfield businesses

Highlighting the many benefits of shopping locally is the primary goal of a recent collaboration between several area businesses. Through this collaborative effort there will be many opportunities throughout the year to celebrate our small business community!

Papermaking workshop for kids with the VAULT

Students age 8 and up are invited to make paper on April 17, 18, and 19 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Diane Kemble from Gallery at the VAULT is leading this fun vacation workshop.

HCRS receives Worksite Wellness Award

Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), southeastern Vermont’s nonprofit community mental-health agency, announced that it has received the Governor’s 2018 Excellence in Worksite Wellness Award for the fourth year in a row.

Moose Lodge helps police canine get his Kevlar vest

The Springfield Moose Lodge took on a project last year and has finished raising the money for a Kevlar vest for the Springfield Police Department's new police dog, who recently completed training.

Dry stone art in nature

It’s time to think about gardening, and what adds more to a landscape than a stonewall or other structure made from stone? Join us at the Springfield Town Library on Wednesday, April 11 at 6:30 p.m., for an evening with stone master craftsman, Dan Snow.

Springfield's youth grapplers rack up wins

Saint Johnsbury Academy recently hosted teams from around Vermont for a K-6 wrestling tournament, and Springfield's young "Green Machine" grapplers didn't disappoint. Of the 54 matches wrestled by the team, 39 were Springfield wins.

Springfield Easter Fest

Several churches and community organizations, with support of local businesses, got together to host a free Easter Fest at Riverside Park Saturday that included games, a bounce house, face painting, a free barbecue with hot dogs and hamburgers, and more activities.

Springfield group holds downtown demonstration for peace

Four members of the local group Springfield Peace and Justice gathered on Saturday morning to demonstrate their opinion that peace, not war or violence, is a better way of resolving conflict.

Easter musical interlude

Amy Cosgrove

SHS hosts Vermont State Drama Festival

Springfield High School will host the Vermont State Drama Festival on Friday, April 6 and Saturday, April 7 in the Springfield High School Auditorium. Eight Vermont schools will be performing. Join us as we celebrate theatre.

SSCF inmate reportedly commits suicide

Vermont State Police report an inmate at the Southern State Correctional Facility has committed suicide. On Friday, March 30, at approximately 7:44 p.m., the Southern State Correctional Facility advised the Vermont State Police of the suicide of inmate Nicholas Lynch, 37.

Learning center returns to former site

Autumn Sanville brings her 3-month-old daughter, Amarah, with her to the Vermont Adult Learning center every week. Sanville, 18, learns history, math, English and art while her daughter sleeps or sits on her lap.