Chris Mays

Vermont

Senior Reporter at Brattleboro Reformer

Reporter for the Brattleboro Reformer

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Expired registrations for bulk/deli style flower prompts investigation by Vermont Cannabis Control Board

1 week ago | reformer.com | Chris Mays

MONTPELIER — Cases involving cannabis products with expired registration numbers, sold under active "bulk" or "deli style" registrations, are being investigated by the Vermont Cannabis Control Board. The practice is a violation of a CCB rule on product licensing and could result in enforcement on behalf of the board, according a notice to retail licensees that was published in a newsletter this week.
Northlands festival brought 'endless good vibes'

1 week ago | reformer.com | Chris Mays

SWANZEY, N.H. — Last weekend's Northlands Music & Arts Festival checked all the boxes for a wildly good time. "You're beautiful, Northlanders!" an Instagram page for Northlands Live states. "From the dance moves to the smiles to the endless good vibes — you've made this weekend pure magic."When Bonnaroo Music Festival in Tennessee was canceled due to severe weather, Northlands organizers allowed anyone with a Bonnaroo pass free access to the local festival.
Guilford man accused of abuse of vulnerable adult

1 week ago | reformer.com | Chris Mays

BRATTLEBORO — A Guilford man is accused of abusing an elder in his care after allegedly throwing her walker at her and smashing it. Fredrick Habich, 58, pleaded not guilty to domestic assault, abuse of a vulnerable adult and unlawful mischief during an arraignment hearing Monday in Windham Superior Court, Criminal Division. He was released on conditions, including that he keep 300 feet away from the victim, who was relocated to another residence.
'A timeless space': Photographer launches into 'public sphere'

1 week ago | reformer.com | Chris Mays

BRATTLEBORO — Displayed at Marigold Brattleboro until the end of the month are captivating photographs by Susan Paquet of Warwick, Mass. Paquet has been creating black and white photography, using the traditional wet-lab darkroom process to hand print each piece for 35 years.
Brookline author pens survival guide for new teachers

1 week ago | reformer.com | Chris Mays

BROOKLINE — Samantha Bovat is giving new teachers some moral support. "Teaching can be so isolating but it doesn't have to be that way," she said in an interview. Bovat recently published "Mrs. Bovat's Survival Guide for New Teachers," which is available on Amazon. Her sister, Elizabeth Doran, who teaches high school science in Arizona, edited the book. Bovat, who lives in Brookline, said she thinks she "started" writing the book the day she began teaching.
Growth continues at Vermont ski resorts

1 week ago | reformer.com | Chris Mays

MONTPELIER — Despite challenges mostly attributed to weather, Vermont ski areas reported a season of continued growth. "With strong visitation and continued year over year growth, Vermont remains the top ski state in the east and fourth largest in the nation, measured by skier visits, a key performance indicator for the snow sports industry," a news release states.
Slipstream Farm serves up mushrooms at local farmers markets

1 week ago | reformer.com | Chris Mays

NEWFANE — Jon Deloge, co-owner of Slipstream Farm, enjoys being part of the local food economy and offering a unique or unusual product. There's some trust and salesmanship involved in his business and getting customers to eat some mushrooms they never ate before. He compared it to selling meat at a farmers market. "People can be afraid of mushrooms," he said. Deloge runs the farm at their home in Newfane with his wife Lizzie Devane.
March of Liberation stands up for communities under attack

1 week ago | reformer.com | Chris Mays

BRATTLEBORO — Participants in the March for Liberation chanted in support of queer and trans people, immigrants and standing up to marginalized communities under attack, as they moved through downtown. "What do we want?" they shouted. "Liberation! When do we want it? Now! ... We're here, we're queer, we're fabulous, don't mess with us."Homophobia and genocide also were condemned during the chants. Pride and Palestine flags were waved.
Free holiday parking proposed in Brattleboro

1 week ago | reformer.com | Chris Mays

BRATTLEBORO — As the Select Board prepares to pass a parking fund budget, two of the three options presented by town staff involve free parking during the winter holiday season. One proposal would bring in nearly $1,019,000 in revenue during fiscal year 2026 and designate the 14 days leading up to Dec. 25 as free parking. The parking fund would operate at an approximately $500 deficit for the fiscal year. Having free parking for the seven days leading up to Dec.
Growth continues at Vermont ski resorts

2 weeks ago | benningtonbanner.com | Chris Mays

MONTPELIER — Despite challenges mostly attributed to weather, Vermont ski areas reported a season of continued growth. "With strong visitation and continued year over year growth, Vermont remains the top ski state in the east and fourth largest in the nation, measured by skier visits, a key performance indicator for the snow sports industry," a news release states.

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