A great deal has changed in the cafeteria at North Country Hospital since the hospital first opened its doors in January 1974. However, one thing that hasn’t changed is the dedication of Carl Batchelder, the only member of the cafeteria staff who was there when the first meals were served there 38 years ago.

Lesli Blount has joined Vermont Public Radio as Director of Corporate Support. Lesli will lead VPR’s underwriting team to provide opportunities for businesses and organization to grow their business while demonstrating support for VPR.

"We are delighted to welcome Lesli to the team,” said Brendan Kinney, vice president of development & marketing. “Her experience working with the business community, leadership in the nonprofit sector, and her enthusiasm for public radio, will help VPR advance its underwriting program and achieve our goal of service to our community.”