Ella Ruehsen

Vermont

Reporter at Colchester Sun

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‘Working hard to try to get them here’: Other municipalities in touch with Amazon about siting its first Vermont-based facility

1 day ago | essexreporter.com | Ella Ruehsen

Editor's note: This story was updated May 15 at 2:54 p.m. with accurate data regarding the number of states in which Amazon has a presence in the form of company-owned stores, warehouses or distribution facilities. MILTON — After clashing with residents about a proposed distribution center in Essex Town, Amazon is now having conversations with other municipalities.
‘Working hard to try to get them here’: Other municipalities in touch with Amazon about siting its first Vermont-based facility

2 days ago | miltonindependent.com | Ella Ruehsen

MILTON — After clashing with residents about a proposed distribution center in Essex Town, Amazon is now having conversations with other municipalities. Milton Selectboard Chair Darren Adams confirmed at a recent public meeting that Milton officials had been in contact with Amazon about possible preliminary plans to relocate the build site to their municipality.
Essex High School librarian named ‘Vermont School Librarian of the Year’

2 days ago | essexreporter.com | Ella Ruehsen

ESSEX JUNCTION — Essex High School librarian Liz Von Nagy has been honored with this year’s Outstanding Librarian Award, otherwise known as Vermont School Librarian of the Year. At a ceremony earlier this month, Von Nagy received the award — and although she knew about the recognition beforehand, she didn’t realize until that very moment what a high honor she’d receive. “I was shocked,” Von Nagy said.
Prom photos call-out: Submit yours to the Essex Reporter

3 days ago | essexreporter.com | Ella Ruehsen

ESSEX WESTFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT — Calling all Essex High School prom-goers, and families of students gearing up for the big spring dance this weekend! With prom night coming up May 17, the Reporter is requesting photo submissions from the event, in an effort to celebrate the students' accomplishments throughout their high school careers and the joy of this time-honored, glamorous tradition, as they round out the final semester of the year.
Essex selectboard hears from GMT, membership decision expected by end of June

3 days ago | essexreporter.com | Ella Ruehsen

ESSEX TOWN — Green Mountain Transit’s general manager Clayton Clark presented to the Essex Town selectboard last week to help inform its decision on whether to remain a member. The town is considering withdrawing its formal membership status to the provider of public transportation, as a result of GMT’s financial strain and dwindling route offerings. No decision was made, but the selectboard is aiming to come to a final decision by the end of June.
Fidium begins access upgrades for Chittenden County CUD communities

4 days ago | essexreporter.com | Ella Ruehsen

ESSEX TOWN — Fidium is expanding its all-fiber network in Chittenden County, to bring multi-gig speed access to more than 1,800 previously underserved homes and businesses. In partnership with the Chittenden County Communications Union District, these broadband access upgrades are slated to begin as early as today in Shelburne, and will continue on throughout Essex Town, Westford, Jericho, Shelburne and Williston this summer.
Traffic warning: Partial road closure to impact city offices, Five Corners

4 days ago | essexreporter.com | Ella Ruehsen

ESSEX JUNCTION — Residents and area commuters are being advised the southbound land on Lincoln Street / Route 2A will be closed to traffic from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. tomorrow, May 13. The closure will extend from the Five Corners Intersection to the Brownell Library as crews work on installing a waterline.
PHOTOS: Essex High School kicks off All State Music Festival with soloists

1 week ago | essexreporter.com | Ella Ruehsen

ESSEX JUNCTION — Vermont’s All State Music Festival, hosted at Essex High School this year, opened last night with a series of soloists at the top of their craft. Close to a thousand high school musicians statewide auditioned in January, and those selected for each ensemble rehearse and perform with nationally-renowned conductors. This weekend will unveil five ensembles and over 400 student musicians, with nearly 50 schools represented.
Winter prepping ahead of time: Rotary guest presenters talk weatherization

1 week ago | essexreporter.com | Ella Ruehsen

ESSEX JUNCTION — Even with warmer days descending upon us, it’s never too soon to start prepping for the best ways to stay warm during Vermont’s icy winters. That’s why the Rotary Club of Essex invited Vermont Gas Systems and Efficiency Vermont to present at its latest luncheon, held yesterday afternoon at Holy Family Parish Center on Lincoln Street — a building with great HVAC, as topically noted by a Rotary member.
Essex Junction City Council elects new president, vice president

1 week ago | essexreporter.com | Ella Ruehsen

ESSEX JUNCTION — The Essex Junction City Council elected a new president and vice president at a joint meeting with the city’s council and planning commission last Thursday. Amber Thibeault, the former vice president, will serve as the council president this year, while Marcus Certa will serve as the new vice president. Tim Miller, incumbent clerk, will continue on in that role. All votes were unanimously in favor of new council leadership nominees.