Dinse, Knapp & McAndrew announces that eleven attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the New England Super Lawyers 2012 list in ten different classes, and two attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the Rising Stars 2012 list. Attorneys are identified as “Super Lawyers” based on extensive nomination and polling among New England attorneys aimed at identifying New England’s top attorneys in each class.

Stephanie Phillips, Curriculum Director for the Burlington School District, has been appointed by The Vermont State Board of Education (SBE) to serve on the Education Quality Standards (EQS) Commission, comprised of Vermont education leaders tasked with recommending a state policy framework. This Commission will build off the work started in 2009 by the Education Transformation Policy Commission.

Gov. Peter Shumlin today appointed Norwich attorney Kevin Griffin to serve as a Superior Court judge to be assigned to Chittenden County.

“Kevin’s extensive litigation background in family and criminal law, as well as his 15 years on the local school board and other civic contributions ensure he brings broad experience to the court,” Gov. Shumlin said. “His intelligence, compassion, and firm sense of fairness will make him a strong addition to the judiciary.”

Four attorneys from Paul Frank + Collins P.C. were recently listed in the 2013 Super Lawyers Business Edition, in the following practice areas:

• S. Crocker Bennett, II – Litigation (Personal Injury Defense: Medical Malpractice)

• Mark G. Hall – Construction, Real Estate & Environmental (Land Use/Zoning)

• Alan D. Port – Business & Transactions (Business/Corporate)

• John T. Sartore - Litigation (Business Litigation)

The ribbon is cut at the celebration of the opening of Boss Office Works located at 2046 Route 4 in Killington, next to the Killington Post Office. Boss Office Works is a one stop shop for all of your printing, graphic design and web design needs, including post cards, business cards, flyers, brochures, poster and full web sites.

The Development team recently welcomed Amy Cronin to manage special events and sponsorships at Lund. Amy says, “I am thrilled to be a part of such an amazing organization that truly embodies its mission of helping children thrive.” She is especially looking forward to organizing the annual Mother’s Day Bike Ride, and working with volunteers and her new colleagues. She is excited about applying her fundraising skills to help Lund continue to grow.

The Windham Foundation, parent company of Grafton Village Cheese, formally announced today the re-hire of two former Grafton Cheese staff members back to the team; Meri Spicer as the Sales and Marketing Director and Wendy Brewer as Sales Manager. Both are now working at the company.

VHB announces that Drew Gingras has recently joined the firm in the transportation engineering group.

The Rutland County Sheriff's Department hosted an open house and RRCC ribbon cutting at their new location, 88 Grove St. in Rutland on November 9th.

Members of the Rutland County Sheriff's Department cut the ribbon along with Tom Donahue,EVP/CEO, Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce; Penny Bride, Rutland County Sheriff's Department; Rutland City Board of Alderman President, Dave Allaire; Rutland County Sheriff Stephen Benard, Rutland City Alderman William Notte; RRCC Board Members Jay Morel and Jerry Hansen.