Springfield Elks send six competitors to Vt. Elks State Soccer Shoot

Springfield Elks Lodge #1560 sent six local winners to the Vt. Elks Soccer shoot on Sunday, Oct. 21st in St. Albans, Vt. Those six competed against seven other Lodges, and Springfield had two winners come home with 1st place trophy’s.

Springfield man reaches plea deal in statutory rape case

A 54-year-old Springfield man who had been facing the prospect of up to 82 years in prison on multiple statutory rape charges struck a plea deal this week.

David's House Annual Karaoke Contest

Shirley Honulik

Valley Music Entertainment and Friends are hosting their annual karaoke contest to raise funds for David's House this Sunday afternoon Oct. 21 in Springfield. Lotsa music entertainment and raffle prizes too, all for a very good cause.

Springfield woman extradited to NH for the second time in a month

A Springfield woman who was just extradited to New Hampshire last month on a heroin possession charge was arrested over the weekend and extradited back to New Hampshire again this week to face a cocaine possession charge.

Christine Hallquist to meet with voters in Chester

Christine Hallquist, Democratic candidate for governor, will appear in Chester, Vt. Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018 at the Chester Town Hall, second floor, at 6:30 p.m. This event is presented by the Chester Town Democratic Committee and the Springfield Town Democratic Committee.

OLLI presents 'The Black Bear: Nature’s Voracious Omnivore'

Kurt Valenta, naturalist and educator, will present the OLLI-Osher Lifelong Learning Institute program Tuesday, Oct. 23. “The Black Bear: Nature’s Voracious Omnivore” will be presented at 2 p.m. at the Nolin Murray Center next to St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Pleasant St. in Springfield.

Fastest Kid in Town race hosts 81 competitors

The sixth annual Fastest Kid in Town Race was another huge success; A record 81 children ages 5-12 competed in the 100- and 200-yard races held at Riverside Middle School during the 36th annual Vermont Apple Festival over Columbus Day weekend.

This & That: Two wins and a loss in area football

Recently, when I was out and about, I received a question I couldn’t answer. In some ways it should have been a simple one, but it turns out it was quite complex. At least to me. The question was: how long has it been since all three of our area football teams have won in the same week?

Candidates for state Senate, Windsor District 5: a Q & A

Democrats Alison Clarkson, Richard McCormack, and Alice Nitka are the current of officeholders. Republican challengers Randy Gray and Jack Williams also ran in the previous election and were defeated by the Democratic. incumbents.

Resilience: the Biology of Stress & the Science of Hope

The Springfield Town Library presents a program on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 5:30 p.m. for viewing and discussion of the film Resilience.

Learn about the Hunt family

The nonprofit Crown Point Road Association invites the public to a history program of interest starting at 1 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 21 in the Unitarian Universalist Church in Springfield at 21 Fairground Rd., in Springfield.

Springfield fugitive arrested during routine traffic stop

A Springfield woman with a history of heroin-related arrests who’d disappeared from probationary supervision this summer was picked back up by police this past weekend when they noticed she was a passenger in a car that had been pulled over.

Springfield man sentenced in assault case

A 33-year-old Springfield, Vt., man pleaded guilty this week to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with a case that alleged he kidnapped a man and held him at gunpoint in August.

Video: Halloween Event at Springfield Cinemas 3

Springfield Elks annual dictionary giveaway

For the past 12 years, Springfield Elks Lodge 1560 has awarded all third graders at Union Street School with their very own Elks dictionary to keep and use at home or in school.

VTrans seeks public input on future of Vt. airports

Vermont’s Agency of Transportation will be holding public meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 29 in Springfield to discuss the future of aviation in Vermont.

How do you treat others?

All of us at Union Street School pledge to Be Kind and “Stick Together.” The All School project sent to us by “Project Love, a kind word, a changed world” included writing our names on duct tape and "sticking" them to the banner.

Caught with drugs in jail

An inmate at Southern State Correctional Facility in Springfield has been cited to appear in court for drug possession.

Warming shelter getting ready for winter

The Springfield Warming Shelter is fast approaching our sixth season of operation. In that brief time period, the shelter has served 166 individuals who were in need of a warm place to sleep during the cold winter months in southern Vermont.

A family cider mill

This past weekend, this reporter stopped at Willis Wood’s Cider Mill to learn the cider making process. Wood’s cider mill is located on the Weathersfield Center Road.

Hearse and Dead Fred for sale

This is a hand made mock replica of a hearse from days gone by. Speaking of gone by... The driver comes with the bargain as does the REAL coffin inside with Dead Fred!

Springfield High to change system of academic recognition

Starting with the Class of 2020, Springfield High School will change the way it recognizes academic achievement.

And Vicki Ball tops them all

Too many cooks may spoil the broth, but in the case of the Apple Fest, lots of cooks were exactly what was needed to turn out delicious apple pies for the annual Pie Baking Contest.

Springfield Garden Club receives state awards

The Springfield Garden Club earned several awards at the state level, which were presented during the Federated Garden Clubs of Vermont 2018 annual meeting. Springfield club members received recognition over and above 16 other garden clubs that make up the Federation of clubs from Vermont.

Rotary Penny Sale

Rotarians Julie Martin, Caitlin Christiana and Club President Jeff Mobus hold just a few of the stuffed friends that will be among the over 300 prizes available to win at the 66th annual Penny Sale on 10/20 at 6 pm (doors open at 5) at Riverside Middle School in Springfield.

Project Safe Neighborhoods one-year anniversary

One year ago, the Department of Justice announced the revitalization and enhancement of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), which Attorney General Jeff Sessions has made the centerpiece of the department’s violent crime reduction strategy. PSN is an evidence-based program proven to be effective at reducing violent crime.

HCRS welcomes new staff

Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), southeastern Vermont’s community mental-health agency, is pleased to announce the appointment of 11 new professionals whose talents will augment HCRS’ services in the Hartford, Springfield, and Brattleboro regions.

'Meet the Candidates' night

The Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce helps promote democracy for the region through its “Meet the Candidates” nights. On Oct. 23 at the Hartness House Inn, the chamber is hosting a moderated public forum for the Windsor 3-2 State House District and the Windsor County Senate.

Sponsorship of Child and Adult Care Food Program

Springfield Area Adult Day Services announces its participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program. The goal of the program is to improve the diets of children.

Cosmos take down Yellow Jackets at home, 28-20

Cosmos football (3-3) got off to a hot start on Friday night against Windsor (3-2), and were able to shoot out to a 22-0 halftime lead. Windsor didn’t roll over, as they outscored Springfield 20-6 in the second half, but the hungry Cosmos wanted the win, and the home crowd had their back.

Earl Laber, 93-year-old WWII Navy veteran, retraces steps on USS Slater

The sun's shine peered through the overcast sky as World War II veteran Earl Laber walked up to the bow of the USS Slater. The Springfield, Vermont native joined the Navy soon after graduating from high school at the height of WWII.

Final North School fundraising sale for 2018

To keep its 5.5 acre recreation park open to the public, the North School Preservation Society must raise $2,400 yearly to pay the annual insurance bill in November. Their final fundraising sale of 2018 will be this Saturday, October 13. Many new items have been donated since the previous sale.

Final home game of the season

Fall wildlife food more scarce

Several food sources that wildlife eat in the fall, such as acorns, beechnuts and apples, are not as abundant this year, according to the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department in Springfield.

Fairy Houses & Gnome Homes Workshop

Didn't make it to Grafton Nature Museum's Fairy House Festival this year? No problem! They are coming to us! SAPCC & PlayWorks Child Center in North Springfield will host this 2 hour workshop starting at 10 am this Saturday Oct. 13 to provide parents and their little ones with the FUNdamentals of this popular pastime that combines nature with creativity and a touch of magic!

Affordable housing trust announces new staff member

Affordable housing in both Windsor and Windham counties will soon have a fresh face keeping track of it, as the nonprofit Windham and Windsor Housing Trust (WWHT) has appointed Jeanine Rodriguez as its director of asset and property management.

Opinion: Put a hold on changes at Springfield Hospital

We’re worried. For the past three years Springfield Hospital has been losing money. It’s no wonder, after our recent personal experiences with their billing practices. Now, in bad financial times, they are considering replacing their current emergency department (ED) service with a new one.

Video: 5G Cellphone Towers Signal Renewed Concerns Over Impacts on Health

A new more powerful wireless technology is being rolled out this year. But the International Association of Firefighters has obtained an exemption from having any more 5G towers mounted on firehouses after firefighters reported health problems from it. Still ok to install them next to homes and public schools though.

Vermont Apple Festival celebrates favorite fall fruit

Although it was overcast Saturday, Oct. 6, the weather held for the 36th annual Vermont Apple Festival, hosted by the Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce, at the Riverside Middle School in Springfield.
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State awards $2.8 million for village and downtown projects

Governor Phil Scott was in the Northeast Kingdom Tuesday and while in Albany announced the allocation of $2.8 million in state tax incentives for 16 projects (including 2 in Springfield) supporting more than $324 million in downtown and village center construction and rehabilitation efforts.

BF boys win at Springfield

It was a summer like day, perhaps a lot like Sept. 7 when Springfield came to Bellows Falls and thumped the Terriers, 6-0. Only on this day, Bellows Falls won 2-1.

Springfield murderer not guilty by reason of insanity

In a tense courtroom Tuesday morning distraught family members of fatal stabbing victim Betty Rodriguez of Springfield hissed and muttered in Spanish as the murder charges against her long-time fiancé were dropped by reason of insanity.

Girls soccer: Springfield-Randolph

After going to the half tied 0-0, Jenna Veysey scored 25 seconds in to the second half on a pass from Maddison O'Brien for the only goal of the contest.

Fresh coffee flies into downtown

Downtown Springfield’s coffee drought may be coming to an end in the spring.

‘The Meaning of Maps’ is Next OLLI Program

William Morris, a cartographer, will present the next OLLI-Osher Lifelong Learning Institute program on Tuesday, Oct. 16. ‘The Meaning of Maps’ will be presented at 2 p.m. at the Nolin Murray Center/

Cosmos, Wasps cruise in football

Jake Steppler scored three first-half touchdowns as Springfield rolled to a 40-24 win over Oxbow on Friday night at Brown Field.

Elks Soccer Shoot results

Recently, Springfield Elks Lodge held their annual soccer shoots in Chester and Springfield. The results from both shoots were combined, so now overall winners in each age group will compete at the Vermont Elks Soccer finals Oct. 14, in St. Albans, Vt.

Players present “The Marvelous Wonderettes: Dream On”

Join the Springfield Community Players as they welcome back local favorite, “The Marvelous Wonderettes.” In this theatrical sequel, the Wonderettes are back at Springfield High – Go Chipmunks! – to throw a retirement party for their favorite homeroom teacher.

Upcycle Springfield auction

Springfield On the Move (SOM) is excited to present its second live auction on Saturday, Oct. 13 at 4 p.m. at the Hartness House. Auctioneer John Hall, AEA, will auction repurposed, refurbished, and re-imagined items by local crafters.

The Harlem Rockets Comedy Basketball Team are coming to Springfield

The Harlem Rockets, a talented group of basketball entertainers who combine incredible showtime basketball skills and family-friendly comedy will face the Springfield Dream Team in a game next month benefiting the Springfield Athletics.

Offering corrections

On Tuesday, Aug. 21 the Eagle Times published an article titled “Vermont law protects squatters.” This article was not written directly by me, but I was quoted by Glynis Hart, who is one your reporters. She had misquoted me on a number of things.

Caught passing drugs to an inmate

Vermont State Police conducted an investigation into the transportation of narcotic drugs (buprenorphine) and synthetic stimulant drugs "bath salts" into Southern State Correctional Center in Springfield.

36th Annual Vermont Apple Festival this Saturday

The Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 36th Annual Vermont Apple Festival is just around the corner. The event will be held at Riverside Middle School on Saturday, Oct. 6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Video: 2014 flashback...

Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin attended the 2014 Apple Festival along with his Republican challenger Scott Milne.

N. Springfield Baptist Church hosted first BBQ Throw Down

On Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018, North Springfield Baptist Church and community members hosted the first BBQ Throw Down Competition. Assistant Pastor Rubin Jennings of North Springfield Baptist Church wanted to know who in Springfield, Vt. served the best pulled pork, take-out, eat-in, or home recipe.

FOSTL book sale at the Springfield armory

Join the Friends of the Springfield Town Library (FOSTL) for their book sale on Saturday, Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the armory on Fairground Road. All children’s books are free, others by donation.

Another criminally suspended license

On Oct. 2 at 5:08 p.m., the Vermont State Police performed a motor vehicle stop on Route 11 near Route 106 in the town of Springfield.

Two shows need teens and older

"The Drowsy Chaperone" is a loving send-up of the Jazz Age musical, featuring one show-stopping song and dance after another. And everyone knows "The Wizard of Oz".

“Healing: The Transformative Imagery of Art” opens at the Great Hall

The last time you were sick, what made you feel better? Snuggling under a warm handmade quilt? Looking at a beautiful landscape? Focusing on a soothing image to calm and center your mind? As part of its 105th anniversary celebration, Springfield Hospital is exploring the powerful effects of art on health.

'SNL' Skewers Vermont, Where 'the Leaves Change Colors But the People Never Do'

The long-running NBC sketch comedy show "Saturday Night Live" opened its 44th season on Saturday and featured a sketch that lampooned Vermont, the second whitest state in the country, for its lack of diversity.

Boys soccer: Win against Windsor

“Springfield jumped on us early, taking the lead after a few minutes on a goal by Jacob Pugh,” said Windsor head coach Steve Mulloy.

SHS students are 'not throwing away their shot' at Hamilton

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn about professional theater behind the scenes and see a live performance of “Hamilton: An American Musical” in Boston.

Unlikely shot puts Hurricanes over Cosmos

There were four reasons the Hartford girls soccer team was a 1 - 0 winner Monday in a Marble Valley League game at Brown Field in Springfield.

Explore fairy habitat at Wellwood Orchards

All children with a desire to explore the world of orchard fairies are invited to Wellwood Orchards Sunday, Oct. 7 at 1 p.m., rain or shine.

Introduction to calligraphy

Have you ever been intrigues by the lettering arts? Jorika Stockwell is offering an introduction to flat pen traditional calligraphy techniques on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gallery at the VAULT.

Springfield man strikes plea deal to resolve several cases

A 23-year-old Springfield man who has spent the past seven months in jail appeared in court again this past week and struck a plea deal to resolve all of his open cases in anticipation of being furloughed back into the community later this year.