BRATTLEBORO — Shut off air conditioning in all government offices in the 10 most offending countries*.
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BRATTLEBORO-A state pandemic-era program aimed at encouraging "mom-and-pop landlords" to create affordable housing is set to launch a second round of grant funding this spring. With millions of dollars to be awarded statewide, the Vermont Housing Improvement Program (VHIP) provides these local housing developers up to $50,000 per unit for the rehabilitation and construction of rental apartments. VHIP was launched in 2022 to address the state's declining quality of rental units and to provide suitable housing for Vermonters experiencing homelessness.
GUILFORD-I congratulate The Commons on presenting two views on the Acceptable Community Conduct Ordinance in a clear, well-argued format. These kinds of debates are vital to our community, and The Commons serves us well. That is why I was surprised that you printed the letter "Concerns over software amount to thinly veiled bigotry," as it was, as it consisted largely of ad hominem attacks. Political disagreements are fine but printing wild accusations calling a community member an "anti-American, aspiring insurgent"
BRATTLEBORO-CX Silver Gallery, 814 Western Ave., will host an Artist Talk featuring Melissa Rubin and Amy Beecher in conversation on Saturday, March 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. This event coincides with the solo exhibition "Field Notes: Recent Work by Melissa Rubin," currently on view at the gallery through May 25. During the talk, Beecher and Rubin will explore the themes, visual elements, and psychological layers of this exhibition, delving into the process, imagery, and inspiration behind the works on...
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