Wilmington

State officials visit WheelPad as part of “Capital for a Day” initiative

WILMINGTON - State officials convened at WheelPad’s Wilmington production facility on Monday as part of “Capital for a Day,” an initiative in which Gov. Phil Scott and his cabinet visit each of the state’s 14 counties for a day at a time.
Among those in attendance at WheelPad on Monday...

Registration open for basketball camps

WILMINGTON - The 29th annual Deerfield Valley basketball camp for children entering grades five through nine will be held at Twin Valley Middle High School from Tuesday, June 24, to Saturday, June 28, from 1 to 4 pm daily. Camp director is Buddy Hayford.
The daily schedule includes...

Participants at the “crafty lady table” program at the Whitingham Free Public Library made shamrocks for Saint Patrick’s Day in March. Local directors are preparing for a loss of funding from the Vermont Department of Libraries due to cuts in federal programs. Courtesy WFPL/Facebook

Local libraries bracing for impacts of federal funding cuts and shortages

Editor's Note: After this story was published, the Vermont Department of Libraries sent an update to The Deerfield Valley News that it had gotten word that it is likely to receive its full allotment from the IMLS, rather than the approximate half it believed it was receiving when department...

Coffee with a Cop coming on Wednesday

WILMINGTON - Coffee with a Cop is being held on Wednesday, May 7, at 9:30 am at OSEC, 1 School Street. Call the Wilmington Police Department at (802) 464-8593 with questions.
Recreational programs are offered in the OSEC gym. Mondays and Wednesdays, basketball, 7 to 9 pm; Tuesdays and...

The 2025 Green Up Day poster was designed by U-31 student Ella Thomas

Governor touts Green Up Day at weekly presser

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MONTPELIER- Gov. Phil Scott held his weekly press conference at U-32 Middle and High School Wednesday, a school where, as he noted, he was once a student teacher.
“It hasn’t changed a whole lot,” Gov. Scott said, “although...

WheelPad units under construction at the company’s manufacturing facility in Wilmington. Courtesy WheelPad

Local business partners with state, local funders

WILMINGTON - WheelPad L3C designs and builds modular, accessible living spaces for people with mobility challenges, including veterans, individuals recovering from injuries, and older adults who wish to age in place.
Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation worked through the Vermont...

Lions Club scholarships

WHITINGHAM - Each year, the Deerfield Valley Lions Club recognizes a select group of graduating seniors for their outstanding commitment to community service. Recipients will receive a one-time $750 scholarship to support their continued education.
Graduating seniors residing in Halifax,...

Wilmington meets at Buzzy Towne Park

WILMINGTON - This year’s Green Up Day is Saturday, May 3, 9 to 11 am, rain or shine. Bag distribtion and route assignments will be provided at Buzzy Towne Park on South Main Street.
Wearing brightly colored clothes, long pants, long sleeves, gloves, sturdy shoes, and insect repellent are...

Building owner’s demo plans put on hold, pending further review

WILMINGTON- A downtown property owner’s permit applications for the demolition of historic buildings in the village center were put on hold Tuesday evening, until the development review board can examine the structures at a site visit.
Eric Silverstein, owner of the so-called Professional...

Easter services

The Jacksonville Community and Wilmington Baptist churches are planning Holy Week services and events.
Friday, April 18, at 6 pm, there will be a Good Friday service at the Wilmington Baptist Church. Guest speakers will be Rev. Robert McIntryre, Rev. Rick Gramlin, Rev. Doug LaPlante, and...