Local News

New Hampshire is mulling its next steps after a low bid of $44.6 million was submitted to replace the Cannon

Lyndon Electric Department is considering a rate increase amid limited cash reserves; commissioners await a VPPSA recommendation.

Lyndon Downtown Revitalization Corporation completed a five-year downtown plan and received a USDA grant to help hire an executive director.

Monday, September 21, 2026, on Common Sense Radio with Bill Sayre, weekdays, 11 o’clock till Noon. Alex Farrell, Vermont Commissioner

First Responders Cruise on the Northern Star this Thursday, September 24 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM — reserve at cruises@mcmvt.org or 802-487-0502.

Adam Greshin, Vermont Commissioner of Finance and Management, joins Bill Sayre on Common Sense Radio to discuss building and managing the Vermont State Budget.

A new 1,163-foot accessible trail is open around the athletic fields at Fox Field & Forest in Lunenburg, with parking and access improvements planned.

Dartmouth Health laid off 124 employees and eliminated 303 open positions at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon and its Southern Region clinics.

Elm Street Bridge is closed to all traffic effective immediately due to structural concerns; access via Glover Road / Roaring Brook / Park Street or Rte 5 / Kinsey Road.

Thursday, September 17, 2026, Common Sense Radio, with Bill Sayre, weekdays, 11 o’clock till Noon. John Reynolds, Vermont and New