Woodstock
“The plan guides what we focus on as an organization,” Peter G. Gregory, the executive director, said in a phone call. About a third of the regional plan has been updated, Gregory said, including a new focus on human aspects like support for aging or disabled citizens.
“The most interesting piece is the healthy communities chapter that we added,” Gregory said. That section is not required by Vermont law, but the board thought it was important to include.
“What makes a community great is its people, not just the infrastructure,” Gregory said.
The plan also includes steps to move the region toward the state’s goal of 90 percent reusable energy production by 2050. The commission received a “Determination of Energy Compliance” from the state in acknowledging that the plan meets state standards.
Lebanon
Rape Aggression Defense Basic is designed to give participants realistic, dynamic hands-on training, the police department said in a news release. It offers practical techniques suitable for women of all ages and abilities.
The course will be taught by members of the Lebanon Police Department who are certified Rape Aggression Defense instructors.
The classes are set for Nov, 7, 9, 14, and 16, from 6-9 p.m. The first session will take place at the police department, 36 Poverty Lane. The last three will meet at the SAU No. 88 office, 20 Seminary Hill Road, West Lebanon. The course will be limited to 18 participants, who are encouraged to attend all four sessions. Women ages 13-17 need parental permission to participate.
To register, or for more information, contact Beth Beraldi at Elizabeth.Beraldi@lebcity.com or 603-448-8800.
Randolph
“Every donation and wreath sponsorship is a meaningful gift from an appreciative supporter who knows what it means to serve and sacrifice for the freedoms we all enjoy,” Karen Worcester, executive director of Wreaths Across America, said in a news release. “We are so grateful to the citizens of Vermont for participating in our mission to remember, honor and teach.”
This is the second year that the program has come to the Randolph cemetery, said Robin Law, who is organizing the local effort. The campaign is approved by the state Office of Veteran Affairs.
“There seems to be no better place to carry out the mission of Wreaths Across America than Vermont’s state cemetery for veterans,” Law said.
Wreaths cost $15 to sponsor, and the contribution is tax deductible. Law said about 100 wreaths have been sponsored so far, so about 2,000 more contributors are needed before the Nov. 27 deadline. People who are interested in sponsoring a wreath should contact Law by email at robinlaw033@gmail.com.
Volunteers are also needed on Dec. 16 to place the wreaths. Those interested in helping should arrive at the cemetery, 487 Furnace Road in Randolph, by noon.
Concord (ap)
The Division of Long Term Supports and Services is designed to ensure comprehensive and coordinated services throughout a person’s life. Commissioner Jeffrey Meyers said it reflects the state’s demographics — New Hampshire has the nation’s second oldest population in terms of median age — and the reality that people with development disabilities are living longer and children are born with chronic health conditions that will last into adulthood. That means the agency provides services for an increasing number of people beginning in early childhood and continuing through their senior years.
The new division will bring together the Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services, the Bureau of Developmental Services, and Special Medical Services.
Stowe, Vt. (ap)
Trooper investigating recent burglaries had been looking for 52-year-old Jerry Savo and 29-year-old Emily Legacy since earlier this month. They were pulled over around 2 p.m. Friday in Jericho, but authorities say Savo drove into side of the officer’s cruiser and took off. The pursuit continued through several towns, with stolen items tossed from the car along the way. Officers later tracked the pair on foot and arrested them around 8 p.m. in Stowe. It was unknown Saturday if they have attorneys.
Richmond Police Chief Alan Buck was hospitalized after suffering a medical problem during the chase.
Concord (ap)
As an alternative to the traditional courses, participants have the option of completing the safety training online for a fee of $29.50.
In New Hampshire, anyone age 12 and older must have either a valid motor vehicle driver’s license or have successfully completed an approved safety class taught by volunteer instructors and staff.
Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a licensed adult when operating a snowmobile or OHRV, unless they are on property belonging to their parents, grandparents, or guardians.
A current class schedule is at wildnh.com/ohrv/education.html.
Rochester, Vt. (ap)
Police say 59-year-old Ronald Lakatys was riding on Brandon Mountain Road on Saturday when a bear crossed in front of him. Lakatys, who was wearing a helmet, broke four ribs and the motorcycle was damaged.
The bear ran off into the woods.
— Staff and wire reports