This Week’s News
GET READY: VT minimum wage jumps to $12.55 in 2022
The Vermont Department of Labor has announced an increase to the State’s minimum wage. Beginning January 1, 2022, the State’s minimum wage will become $12.55 per hour. This is an increase of $0.80 from the current minimum wage of $11.75.
RNESU: Yes, schools are stressed, but they’re dealing
To say schools across the state are stressed is an understatement. That they are in crisis is a more accurate description, and one that school officials don’t shy away from. But in doing so, it’s not to say that academic progress is not being made for a vast majority of the students.
Q&A with Proctor’s new Town Manager Michael Ramsey
BY ANGELO LYNN PROCTOR — Michael Ramsey, Proctor’s new town manager, said the best part of the job over these first two months has been “getting to know everyone around […]
Pittsford pursues equity, diversity
The Pittsford Selectboard discussed the implementation of a declaration of diversity and inclusion.
Brandon seeks greater inclusivity
Three municipal employees will be forming a committee to explore the topics of equity and inclusion for the town. The committee will consist of Town Manager David Atherton, Recreation Director Bill Moore and Town Clerk Sue Gage.
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Sports
Devil’s Bowl Speedway gears up for 58th season
New England’s fastest dirt track is back for another year of jam-packed racing action this May. The 2024 season will be the historic half-mile’s 58th, the 13th under the supervision of Mike & Alayne Bruno and this season’s schedule is a blend of returning classics, new ideas and new renditions of the Bruno era events fans have come to love.
Isaac Whitney wins his 100th wrestling match
Otter Valley Union High School junior wrestler Isaac Whitney recently won his 100th match, reaching the milestone at a Feb. 3 tournament hosted by Monument Mountain High School in Great Barrington, Mass.
Shiffrin wins 6th Killington World Cup slalom
Mikaela “Miki” Shiffrin raced to perfection to win her 90th World Cup race, 55 of them in slalom.
Otters impress at Cross Country State Championships
High School runners from around Vermont gathered at Thetford Academy on Saturday for the State Cross Country Championships.
OV keeps Mill River to one touchdown in rainy Senior Game loss
Despite the dreary weather, OV Football celebrated the team’s seniors in a 0-1 game against Mill River.