Gloria LaClair has been selected as January Employee of the Month at Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center, in recognition of sustained service excellence. LaClair, who works in the Hospital’s nutrition services, was cited for her strong work ethic, her willingness to help when needed, and her positive attitude.
Lieutenant Governor Phil Scott recently hosted a Salute to the Vermont senior athletes who won medals and ribbons at the 2015 National Senior Games held in Minneapolis, MN. A reception followed in the Cedar Creek Room in the Statehouse.
A few facts about the performance of our Vermont athletes in Minneapolis:
1) 48 Vermonters participated in the National Senior Games last summer
2) Vermont ranked 37th in the medal count
3) Vermonters won 28 medals:
× 14 Gold Medals
× 6 Silver Medals
× 8 Bronze Medals
The ribbon is cut by Darren Childs, Board President and Kelly Giancola, Executive Director at the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration for the new location of the Rutland Community Cupboard, 65 River St. in Rutland. The Rutland Community Cupboard serves individuals and families who are in need of food, all food items are free, thanks to the generosity of community donations. Their volunteers understand that it may be a difficult time in a family’s life and make every effort to create an atmosphere that is welcoming, comfortable and confidential.
Bill Orleans, president of PP&D Brochure Distribution, has announced that he has purchased the Valley Vacation Coupons from Tom Shampnois.
“I’ve admired the Vacation Valley Coupons for decades. Tom has done a great job promoting tourism businesses in the Champlain Valley. I look forward to assisting his clients and the tourism community to continue those efforts,” says Orleans.
Kiran Waqar, 15, of South Burlington and Miranda Walbridge, 12, of Barre today were named Vermont's top two youth volunteers of 2016 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism. Kiran was nominated by South Burlington High School in South Burlington, and Miranda was nominated by Barre City Elementary and Middle School in Barre.
