The old Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream plant is for rent - one dollar for 7 years!

The catch: Must also be willing to pay over $40,000 in back taxes on the property.

Man denies charges in fourth DUI arrest

A Springfield man could be sentenced to prison time if he's convicted after his fourth arrest for drunken driving.

State funds to benefit area housing projects

State officials came bearing million-dollar gifts Tuesday to two downtown affordable housing projects in the region. In Springfield, a $1 million deferred loan is going to Springfield Housing Unlimited, a new joint project to rebuild the fire-gutted Ellis Block spearheaded by the Springfield Housing Authority and Housing Vermont.

Ellis Block, Canal House get housing grants

The Douglas Administration awarded $5.9 million in housing grants during a ceremony in the Rockingham Canal House Tuesday afternoon.

2009 Windsor County Ag Fair Set

The Windsor County Agricultural Fair is set to celebrate its 36th year at Barlow’s Field in Springfield on Saturday and Sunday, July 11 and 12, with some new events that should make the annual event even more exciting.

Salmons Unite Against Hunger

On June 4, Southeastern Vermont Community Action (SEVCA) held its 8th Annual “Chipping Away at Poverty” Benefit Golf Tournament at the Crown Point Country Club in Springfield. The three Tom Salmons – the former Governor, the current State Auditor and his son, and family friend Leo Howell join in the festivities to raise money for SEVCA’s anti-poverty programs.

Element Of The Machine new CD out soon

Rising from the ashes of two previously well–known local rock/metal bands, Broken Mindz and Mercy Machine, comes Element Of The Machine, a hard–driving metal/rock band based in Springfield who are currently recording tracks for a new CD to be released this summer on the Deka Records label.

Black belts giving residents new workout

For the instructors of the newly opened Tae Kwon Do school on Park Street, their passion is not only a good workout, but it is an activity which they said brings families together and teaches discipline.

A land full of hope and optimism

With Edgar May's first glimpse of America 69 years ago, the strength of the country grabbed him and still has not let go.

The circus is coming to town

Snarling tigers, happy clowns and a lady trapeze artist hanging upside down are all coming to Gallery at the VAULT in Springfield. Residents will see all of these in the form of vintage circus posters from a collection of Bob Keith, beginning July 7.

Fireworks no show

For the second year in a row, Springfield's traditional 4th of July public celebration climaxed by a fireworks show will not take place, mainly because of costs involved. So here is a brief video clip showing a few highlights from the 2006 event.

Online option

Kelly A. Stettner finished her degree online, saying “It was a challenge, to be honest. I had to be more self-disciplined ... There were far more distractions ... but I really enjoyed the online setting. I set my own times. I could do work at 3 a.m., if I wasn’t sleepy, or get up late on a Saturday and plug away. There was a lot more flexibility.”

Donation to May Center means Phase 2 can get under way

A recent donation of $910,000 to the Edgar May Health and Recreation Center gave the facility the financial boost it needed to begin phase two of completing the construction of the center.

Hospital's revamped clinic, lab offers convenience

The recently renovated clinic and lab on the main floor of Springfield Hospital allows for more efficiency, according to Janet Sherer, chief of patient care services.

Alumni Parade slideshow

38 photos taken in the heart of downtown.
SHS alumni

Recreation next on to do list for town plan

"The whole idea of this discussion ... is kind of a vision statement for the town," Zoning Administrator Bill Kearns, said. "We'll be working on the town plan through next spring."

Bridge, Rt. 143 construction going as planned

Despite weather and occasional traffic setbacks, construction on the Community Center Bridge and Route 143 are going well and are on schedule, according to Harry Henderson, Director of Public Works.

SAPCC helps prepare teens For workforce

Julie Waite, Gateway program job coordinator appreciates the support of a worksite opportunity for teens which is a collaboration between Myrtle’s Closet (a thrift store) and a program of the Springfield Area Parent Child Center.

Planning the 250th

The 250th Anniversary Committee has already begun to bring residents young and old together to plan their momentous celebration.

Hospital gets $4.9 million from stimulus

Springfield Medical Care Systems is one of eight Vermont community health centers that received a total of $4.9 million in economic stimulus funds to address immediate and pressing facility and equipment needs.