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Buermann Engineering Cited as Top Vermont Firm

By MIKE DONOGHUEThe owner of Buermann Engineering is the 2017 Veteran-Owned Business of the

Year award according to the annual awards presented by the U.S. Small Business Administration recently in Middlebury.

Jay Buermann, a seventh generation Islander, started his civil engineering firm in August 2000 and specializes in water supply, wastewater and storm water treat-ment. The company performs 85 percent of its business in Grand Isle County, ac-cording to Jan Marinelli, executive director of the Lake Champlain Islands Economic Development Corporation.

Buermann is familiar with the local site limitations and the regulatory environ-ment in the Champlain Islands, she said.

Most recently, his brother Bob Buermann joined the firm on a part-time basis. Jay Buermann, 52, received his engineering degree from Vermont Technical College in 1986. He also has studied additional engineering at the University of Vermont.

After graduating from VTC, Buermann started working for Pinkham Engineering Associates in South Burlington, which later became Summit Engineering, where he was a project engineer and project manager. He left to start his own business.

He joined the Naval Reserve in 1995 and became a “Seabee,” a nickname for U.S. Naval Construction Battalion members. His service included a 15-month stint in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from January 2007 to April 2008.

Buermann told The Islander the show of support he received from clients, con-tractors and especially his family, when suddenly deployed was incredible. He said some project managers agreed to put their work on hold while he was gone.

He retired from the Naval Reserve in 2015 as a Senior Chief Petty Officer. When not running his company, Buermann volunteers as the Post Adjunct for the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 10854 in Grand Isle County.

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South Hero Celebrates Our IndependenceBy LYN JARVIS

SOUTH HERO - No one can exactly when the first 4th of July parade was held in South Hero, but consensus is around 60 years ago. One thing is certain, it has never rained on the parade and Tuesday, July 4, 2017 was no exception.

It was a beautiful blue sky day with pleasant temperatures and a light breeze. South Street, from Landon Road to Route 2, was lined with people in patriotic attire waving flags to commemorate the 241st birthday of the United States of America.

The 40 minute parade was a festive event with prizes being awarded in several categories. A salute to all of those who donated their time and effort to make this celebration a success!

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South Hero Parade Results

1st Place AwardsFloats - Brownell Girls, Cars - 1948 Dodge (Owner unknown), Marching

Units - Dunkleys Gymnastics Camp, Bicycles - Jane Reggio, Tractors - Adam Mitchell’s Farmall, General Entries - Breakaway Farm & Dan Fantoni

Additional AwardsMost Heroic- VFW, Best Candy- South Hero Volunteer Fire Department, Most Accurate Candy Throw- Grand Isle Heavy Rescue, Best Flag Give-

away - Boy Scouts, Best Non-Candy- CIDER, Best Camp Song - Camp Ho-chelaga, Nosiest Tractor - Ron Prouty, Cutest Dog/Best Use of a Manure Spreader - The Breault Family, Best Judge Hug - South Hero Rescue, Best

Parade Crowd - Town of South Hero

Grand PrizesJudges’ Award - South Hero Library, Most Original - Dreamwalker Farm

Parade Marshall was Malcolm Allen, 89 years young from So. Hero, who has lived in the same house for all of them.

Photo credit: Sam Chagnon

Parade judges: Rebecca Rowley & Ken Mirvis of Grand Isle Photo credit: Wendy Duval

The South Hero Library float,“Build A Better World,” won the Judges Award and an apple pie from Papa Ray. Photo credit: Lyn Jarvis

The Isle of Patmos Masonic Lodge 2017 float. Photo credit: Sam Chagnon

The salute to our veterans was led by Post 10845 of the Grand Isle VFW. Photo credit: Lyn Jarvis Broden (left) and Grady Letzelter, of Grand

Isle, are all smiles with their bags full of candy. Photo credit: Lyn Jarvis

Daniel Fantoni, who grew up in Grand Isle, took a blue ribbon with his oxen Doc and Dan.

Photo credit: Lyn Jarvis

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Isle La Motte Voters Head to Polls Tuesday

By MIKE DONOGHUEISLE LA MOTTE -- Isle La Motte voters will head

to the polls today to fill five town offices.The special Tuesday election has only one con-

test with Interim Town Treasurer Cathy Tudhope being challenged by Sarah Noble for the perma-nent post.

The winner will serve until Town Meeting Day in March.

Voting is from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Isle La Motte Town Offices.

Noble also filed nominating petitions for the post of town clerk.

The town is seeking a permanent replacement for Town Clerk and Treasurer Michelle Murray, who resigned in April – one month after being re-elected.

Interim Town Clerk Betsy Howland, who came out of retirement in April to fill the slot, opted not to run for the post.

Other jobs being filled in the election are:-- Allen Hill filed nominating petitions to com-

plete a 1-year term as auditor. The term expires in March.

-- Doug Rondeau filed nominating petitions for a 3-year term as auditor. The term expires in March 2020.

-- Joyce Tuck filed nominating petitions to serve until March as a trustee of public funds.

Vermont’s Island Line RevisitedNORTH HERO- All aboard July 18 at 7 p.m. at the North Hero Community Hall! Experience Vermont’s fa-

mous “Island Line” featuring four drawbridges, three causeways, breathtaking scenery, fascinating interviews and colorful anecdotes from those who lived it. Local historian, radio per-sonality and documenta-ry film specialist James R. “Jim” Jones shares classic films, photos, ephemera and memories of the Is-lands during and after its sixty-year railroad era from 1899 to 1961. All aboard for Burlington, Starr Farm Beach, Colches-ter, South Hero, Grand Isle, Abnaki, North Hero, Isle La Motte Station, Alburgh and Rouses Point. Old-tim-ers are encouraged to share photographs and memories.

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Field Day Offers First-Hand Look at Crops and Soils InnovationALBURGH- On July 27 farmers and ag service providers will gather at the Borderview Research Farm in Alburgh for the tenth annual Crops and Soils

Field Day. This day-long event provides an opportunity to check out the latest in equipment, ideas and research of the University of Vermont Extension Northwest

Crops and Soils Program, host for the day. In keeping with the field day’s theme, “A Decade of Innovation–Germination–Application,” the day’s activities will show how the program is tackling challenges faced by Vermont farmers through researching new crops and new approaches to farming in northern

New England. Tours will be offered of research trials and sessions ranging from pasture management to precision agriculture as well as commercial production of new crops with tastings of end-products from crop research.

Registrations will be accepted through July 21 online at www.regonline.com/2017cropsfieldday or by phone. Contact Susan Brouillette, ext. 432 or Heather Darby, ext. 437 at 800-639-2130; toll-free within Vermont or 802-524-6501. Anyone requiring a disability-related accommodation to attend is asked to call no later than July 13.

A catered lunch is included in the fee, which is $10 for farmers, $25 for non-farmers. Certified Crop Adviser credits are available.

On-site check-in gets underway at 9:15 a.m. with a guided tour starting at 10 a.m. Participants will tour the more than 3,000 plots of research trials focused on cereal grain and soybean varieties; reduced tillage in silage corn; innovative crops such as hemp, dry beans, hops and milkweed; and cover

eos.com, Jim Jones has created several dozen DVD documentaries featuring Vermont and New York sub-jects. His wife, Marilee Chiarella Jones, contributes her writing and marketing skills to these labor of love productions. All are available at a special show price. This event is free and open to all. Sponsored by the North Hero Public Library and the North Hero Histor-ical Society.

Location: US Route 2, North Hero. Information: Caroline Korejko at 802-372-5458

Tour of research trials at Borderview Farm in 2016. Photo Credit: UVM Extension NW Crops & Soils Program

crops and other soil health trials for forages and perennial grasses, vegetable and field crops.

Afternoon sessions will focus on perennial forages and pasture manage-ment; flame weeding technology for vegetables and hops; a look at hemp for

fiber arts and CBD (Cannabidiol) oil; new no-till and cover crop equipment; milkweed floss production; and hop yard pest management. Location: 487 Line Road, Alburgh.

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the viewer supported, local cable-TV/Internet chan-nel for the communities of Altona, Champlain, Cha-zy, Ellenburg, Mooers and Rouses Point. Daily 4-hour programming starts play at 11, 3 and 7 both a.m. and p.m., except Wednesday which is a 3-hour program shown at 11, 2, 5 and 8 both a.m. and p.m. All pro-gramming is also available as free video-on-demand at www.hometowncablenetwork.com.

Monday and Tuesday, July 17 and 18: Tiffany Dance Recital part two, NCCS vs. Canton Class B Boys’ Basketball Regional Championship, 1986 Dra-goons vs. Patriots II men’s Softball. Wednesday, July 19: CCRS spring concert, Clinton Community College spring commencement. Thursday and Friday, July 20 and 21: Tiffany Dance at NAC, 2017 CVAC Senior Girls Basketball All-Star game, 1987 Ubald’s vs. Sample’s men’s Softball. Saturday and Sunday, July 22 and 23: Tour of the brand-new Hudson Headwaters Health Network facility (Champlain Family Health Center), 2017 Rouses Point 4th of July parade, Our Little Cor-ner with Gordie Little and the “Kevin Couture Story”.

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ACROSS THE LAKE

Send your New York news to islander@vermontislander.comDeadline Noon every SaturdayVILLAGE NEWS

By Amee Gotshall, Clerk/TreasurerWATER MAIN BREAK: The Village of Alburgh had

a water main break on Sunday, July 9 in the area of Champlain St.

A boil water notice will remain in effect until the water system is able to demonstrate the quality of the drinking water meets state and federal standards.

The boil water notice is anticipated to be resolved by Wednesday afternoon, once two clean tests show no bacteria is present.

This notice is in effect for Champlain Street and those north of the street.

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER: Tuesday, July 11: Village Trustee Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Municipal Office.

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Dance for ParkinsonMovement for Parkinson’s Disease is being of-

fered for people with Parkinson’s, wheel chair bound as well as able to stand participants, their care part-ners and/or others interested in participating. It will be held at Homestead, a Pillsbury senior Community on Friday, July 21 from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

The dance class is designed to engage partic-ipants’ minds and bodies through many styles of dance, while exploring stretching, muscle strength-ening, postural stability and rhythm through instruc-tion and energizing music. The class is offered in a relaxed social environment that emphasizes enjoy-ment, fun and creativity, with an eye towards con-necting with the community. No dance experience required. No fees charged but a donation is always appreciated to cover transportation costs for the in-structor.

Hold the dates: August, No dance this month, Sept. 15 and Oct. 20.

Location: 3 Harbor View Drive, St Albans. Infor-mation: Sara, 802-881-9673, saramcm28@gmail.com or Patty Rugg, 802-524-5520, patrica_rugg18@comcast.net

Newman Center Film Series

The Newman Center film series presents Stanley Kramer’s epic all-star “Ship of Fools” (1965), a post-WW1 multi-character study with Vivien (Scarlett O’Hara) Leigh in her last screen role. Showing Friday, July 21 at 7 p.m. on classic reel-to-reel Film. Free; in-cluding intermission snacks with donations welcome.

Location: 90 Broad Street, Plattsburgh.

Annual Indoor Yard Sale

Sacred Heart Parish in Chazy in conjunction with Chazy Town Wide Yard Sale will hold their Annual In-door Yard Sale.

Join us on Saturday, July 29 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Parish Center. There will something for every-one: furniture, appliances, household items, elec-tronics, toys, books, games, knick-knacks,

dishes, collectibles and much, much more. Refreshments: Noreen’s Michigans, soda, water

and chips.Restrooms also available.Location: 8 Hall Street, Chazy, New York.

ISLE LA MOTTE REC DEPARTMENTThe Rec Department has the following equipment

available for sign out at the Town Hall: horse shoes, badminton set, basketball, volley ball, soccer ball, soft ball and a portable driving range. The shuffle board will be reassembled on request and with assis-tance. Vandalism last year has resulted in additional precautions this summer.

Also, there is a new tent rental agreement this year. The new form is available at the Town Hall.

SCHOOL LIBRARY NEWSThe Isle La Motte School Library will be opening

its doors this summer. Children will be able to check out books and enjoy a program designed to promote reading each week beginning Thursday, July 6 for a 5-week period.

The library will be open on Thursday’s from 9 a.m. to Noon on July 6, 13, 20, 27 and Aug. 3.

In addition to the opportunity to check out books, there will be a story time, reading activity and all chil-dren who attend will receive a free tote bag with as-sorted fun supplies. Any child who is a resident or visiting Isle La Motte for the summer is welcome to attend.

Parents are encouraged to bring their children, regardless of how young; yes, babies are welcome and will receive a tote as well!

This opportunity is available and funded through a literacy grant and hosted by Isle La Motte Staff members.

The library looks forward to your child’s partic-ipation and opportunity to promote reading in the community youth.

Additional questions? Please contact school Prin-cipal Thomas Tregan at thotreg@gisu.org.

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BREAKFASTSATURDAY, JULY 15

7:30 A.M. TO 11:30 A.M.SOUTH HERO – The Masonic Lodge will host a breakfast featuring delicious choices including but not limited to eggs, sliced ham, potatoes, baked beans, creamed chipped beef on biscuits, fruit salad. Special pancakes include Strawber-ry Rhubarb and/or Cinnamon Roll as well as Buttermilk. Gluten Free choice on re-quest. Hot and cold beverages. Adults $10. Age 65+ $9. Age 12 & under $5. Under 2 free. Take out available call 802-777-6316Location: 40 South St.

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFASTSUNDAY, JULY 168 A.M. TO 11 A.M.

ALBURGH – The American Legion Post 60 Auxiliary will host an all you can eat breakfast featuring eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, homefries, sausage gravy, pancakes, French toast, and more. Cost: Adults $8. Seniors $7. Children $6.Location: 35 North Main St.

PANCAKE BREAKFASTSUNDAY, JULY 16

7:30 A.M. TO 11 A.M.GRAND ISLE – The Grand Isle Volunteer Fire Department (GIVFD) and Auxiliary welcomes all to a delicious breakfast in-cluding pancakes, eggs, sausage, ham, home fries, muffins and more at St. Jo-seph Church. The proceeds will benefit GIVFD operations. Cost: Adults $9. Age 6-13 $7. 5 and under free.Location: 185 US Route 2

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFASTSUNDAY, JULY 168 A.M. TO 11 A.M.

ISLE LA MOTTE – The Isle La Motte Com-munity Organization and United Meth-odist Church will host breakfast at the El-ementary School featuring all you can eat plain & blueberry pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausages, fruit.Cost: Adults $9. Ages 12-2 $5. Under 2 free.Location: 534 School St.5tri

BREAKFAST JULY 16

7:30 A.M. TO 11 A.M.GRAND ISLE – The Grand Isle Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will be serving breakfast at St. Joseph Church featuring eggs, pancakes with real VT maple syrup, sausage, ham, muffins, home fries, fresh fruit, coffee, tea, OJ and milk. Cost: Adults $9. Ages 6-13 $7. 5 and under free.Location: 185 US Route 2

BREAKFASTSUNDAY, JULY 23

7:30 A.M.SOUTH HERO – Enjoy a bountiful break-fast buffet at St. Rose of Lima including pancakes, French toast, eggs, homemade corned beef hash, sausage, donuts baked beans and more. Takeout available, call ahead to 802-372-4092, or order that morning. Cost: Adults $8. 12 & under $4. Immediate family maximum $20.Location: 501 US Route 2

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFASTSUNDAY, JULY 238 A.M. TO 11 A.M.

ISLE LA MOTTE – The Isle La Motte Com-munity Organization and United Meth-odist Church will host breakfast at the El-ementary School featuring all you can eat plain & blueberry pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausages, fruit. Cost: Adults $9. Ages 12-2 $5. Under 2 free.Location: 534 School St.

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Historical Architecture Presentation at the Annual Meeting of

Isle La Motte Historical SocietyBy Terry Anderson

ISLE LA MOTTE – All are welcome to spend a beautiful evening with the Isle La Motte Historical Society’s annual meeting and a presentation on the Historical Architecture of Rural Vermont.

Members are encour-aged to attend. Voting will occur on the slate of can-didates for the board and to approve changes to the Society’s constitution and by-laws at the business meeting portion of the evening.

Immediately follow-ing, Scott Newman, a field historian for Preservation Trust of Vermont will dis-cuss Stone Building of Northern Vermont.

Newman wrote his master’s historical architecture thesis on the Stone Buildings of Northern Vermont that included the buildings in Isle La Motte.

The Annual meeting is the only time our members gather, not just to renew old friendships, but to enjoy the speaker’s presentations and learn more about the history of Isle La Motte and Vermont.

The Annual Meeting is open to the public.The Historical Society’s Annual Meeting will be held on Friday, July 14, at 6 p.m. in the Fisk Farm Barn.Location: 3849 West Shore Rd.

Isle La Motte Historical Society Is Open

By Terry AndersonISLE LA MOTTE - The 2017 opening of the Historical Society’s Campus was a hit, with more than three dozen

people in attendance to view the exhibits in the newly restored Stone School House, the Slab-log Cabin and the Blacksmith Shop.

There are 3 exhibits in the Stone School House: a permanent Isle La Motte exhibit from our archives and items on loan from members, an exhibit on the quarry activities starting on the island in the 1600s, and an example of a late 19th-Century school room, including the teacher; a mannequin named Ms. Dorothea.

To complement the quarry exhibit, the Frances Ford Slab-log Cabin stages “Hidden Treasures V: James Ritchie’s Legacy,” featuring the 7 stone buildings constructed out of Isle La Motte “marble” by James Ritchie in the mid-1800s.

Completing our quarry and stone building exhibit is the newly built dry-stone wall that Isle La Motte’s own master stonemason, Matt Spear, has constructed behind the slab-log cabin and southeast of the blacksmith shop. This wall, built of stone found on the Society’s campus and from donated stone from the last functioning Island quarry, not only ties the campus together visually but also symbolically represents the museum’s com-mitment to preserving and connecting our island’s past and present treasures.

The campus is open every Saturday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in July and August. We hope to see you there.

Location: Information: 802-928-3248.

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GIC Mentoring Recruiting for FallShare what you know. Mentor a Child.

By Karen BrowningThe Grand Isle County Mentoring Program completed a very successful seventh year, matching 50 students

in the Grand Isle Schools with community mentors. GIC Mentoring is a school-based mentoring program, which matches community children with adults who have similar interests.

They meet once a week for one hour in the school at a mutually convenient time. We hope to have some new matches in the fall. This is a good time to apply to be ready to start in the fall.

Children from all five island schools are involved in the program and range from grades K to 8. Now is the time to think about young people in our community who could benefit from an additional relationship with a caring adult.

Every child who wants a mentor should have one! Mentoring has proven results for both the children and adults who care enough to make the commitment of just one hour a week. Young people who have a mentor are more likely to stay in school and go on to college, raise their life aspirations, stay away from drugs, seek teachers’ trust, help others and avoid fights and other violent behavior.

A mentor is more likely to increase his or her appreciation for diversity, feel more productive at work and develop core leadership and communication skills and feel good for having positively influenced another life. Mentoring does not require an expert; it only requires your time. “Make a difference in a youth’s life; be a

Grand Isle State’s Attorney UpdateCRIME PROGRESS REPORT: MORE SAFETY IMPROVEMENT OF GRAND ISLE COUNTY

By Doug DiSabito, Grand Isle County State’s AttorneyDear fellow Islanders,Now in my third year as your State’s Attorney, I want to share

with you the exceptional progress we are continuing to make in our community’s law enforcement and prosecution efforts, with our primary goal being implementation and enforcement of Ver-mont’s laws to improve the quality of life and safety for all Island-ers.

WE ARE CONTINUING TO TAKE CASES TO TRIAL. In April 2017, we had two separate jury trials, and received nine guilty verdicts in total, for Possession of Cocaine, Domestic Assaults and Violations of Conditions of Release. Our clear message: Don’t commit crimes in our county or we will hold you accountable by going to trial.

WE ARE PROTECTING OUR ROADS NOW IN THE FACE OF IM-PENDING LEGISLATIVE CHANGES TO THE MARIJUANA LAWS. The passage of a marijuana bill seems inevitable here in Vermont. To that end, I remain concerned with drugged driving. Research stud-ies have shown negative effects of marijuana on drivers. Use of al-cohol with marijuana make drivers more impaired. I am happy to report I am one of only four prosecutors in Vermont to have been selected to participate in Vermont’s next Drug Recognition Evaluators (“DREs”) school. I will be your chief law enforcement officer trained to recognize impairment in drivers under the influence of drugs other than, or in addition to, alcohol. This will assist us in prosecuting drug-related driving offenses, helping to deter this from happening on our roads.

WE ARE TACKLING TRUANCY AMONG GRAND ISLE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS HEAD-ON. Last year, I worked with the Grand Isle Supervisory Union, the Department for Children and Families and our Sheriff to revise our truancy protocol. Chronic absence has been shown to be related to leaving school before graduat-ing, poor academic performance, and the potential for criminal behavior in older students. In the 2016/2017 school year, we filed several truancy petitions with the court—these students were each missing upwards of 20+ days at the start of 2017, and many had numerous failing grades, costing our taxpayers on average $14,000 per student/per year in tuition paid to the receiving high schools. Education is vital to all children.

WE ARE CONTINUING TO USE ALTERNATIVE JUSTICE PROGRAMS. When appropriate, we send certain cases (first or second time offenders charged with a “qualifying” crime) through a restorative justice program, such as Court Diversion. These programs hold offenders accountable for their behavior while preventing or reduc-ing expensive court involvement—they give offenders a chance at righting their wrong, at making amends to any victims, and at becoming more productive members of our society, all while avoiding a criminal conviction that may follow them their entire life.

WE ARE A RESOURCE TO LOCAL RESIDENTS. As your State’s Attorney, I encourage our residents to rely on my office for all kinds of safety services. A recent example is where two separate residents had contacted my office with complaints about harassing scam callers. I identified a Call Blocking pilot program being adminis-tered by UVM and the Attorney General’s office, and was successful in obtaining these call-blocking devices at no charge for these two residents. I encourage all Islanders to reach out to our office and, if we can assist you, we will.

Let’s keep our county safe. My goal is to continue to enforce Vermont’s laws to improve the quality of life for all Islanders. I welcome your feedback. Please feel free to contact me at doug.disabito@vermont.gov

Doug DiSabito is the elected state’s attorney for Grand Isle County and responsible for prosecuting crimi-nal cases committed by adults and juveniles. This column for The Islander is the latest in his periodic reports to his constituents and public.

MICHAEL F. LAMPHEREUNDERHILL/

ALBURGH- Mi-chael F. Lam-phere, age 74, passed away sud-denly Tuesday, July 4, 2017 in St. Albans at North-western Medical Center.

Michael was born February 7, 1943 in Water-bury, Connecticut, son of Lynford and Kathleen Lam-phere. He gradu-

ated from Burlington High School in 1961 followed with service in the Army National guard and further technical education. Michael was a loving father and together with Georgiana Carr had three sons; Bryan, Ian and Judson. Michael married Willeen Burbank in 1987 and blended his family with two stepsons; Christopher and Paul Kayhart.

An avid entrepreneur, Michael took great pride in providing for his family while being his own boss. Through the years he supported resident commu-nities with local jobs and passionate volunteer civil service; most recently serving as Director of the Al-burgh Senior Center and Alburgh Business Communi-ty Treasurer. Michael also previously served as Com-mander of American Legion Post 60 in Alburgh.

Michael is survived by his wife Willeen Burbank of Alburgh, brothers Jeffrey and Wendy Lamphere of Peacham, Mark and Teri Lamphere of Milton and Fay-ette and Andrea Lamphere of Sudbury. His children and their families; daughter Christina and Mathew Brown of South Burlington; sons Bryan Lamphere and Katie England of Sebago, Maine, Judson Lam-phere and Monica Donavan of Burlington, Daugh-ter-In-Law Elizabeth Lamphere, stepsons Christopher and Lynn Kayhart of Ferrisburgh and Paul Kayhart and Laura Walker of Cambridge as well as several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Michael is pre-deceased by his son Ian Lamphere.

The funeral service will be held Thursday, July 13, 11 a.m. with reception to follow at the American Le-gion Post 60, 35 North Main Street, Alburgh VT. The Reverend Kerry T. Cameron will officiate.

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MONDAY•Tai Chi at the South Hero Congregational Church; 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.•Lunch at “The Neighbors”, South Hero Congregational Church; Noon. • Strength& Balance Train-ing at Island in the Sun Senior Center; 9 a.m.

TUESDAY• Strength & Balance Train-ing at St. Rose of Lima Church, South Hero; 9:30 to 10:30 am•Tai Chi at the South Hero Congregational Church; 4 to 5 pm

Wednesday•Story Time at the Grand Isle Library; 10 am•Tai Chi at the South Hero Congregational Church 9:00 to 10:00 am•Lunch at “The Neighbors”, South Hero Congregational Church; Noon. •Bingo at Islands in the Sun Senior Center, Alburgh; Doors open 5 pm - Games 6:15 pm•Islands Food Shelf at Grand Isle Methodist Church (side door); 1 to 4 p.m.

Thursday• Strength & Balance Train-ing at St. Rose of Lima Church, South Hero; 9:30 to 10:30 am•Tai Chi at the South Hero Congregational Church 4 to 5 pm•Bingo at St. Joseph’s Church, Grand Isle; 6:15 pm• Strength Training at Alburgh Senior Center; 9 a.m.• Fiber Bees meets in the base-ment of the North Hero Meth-odist Church; 11 to 4 p.m.

Friday•Lunch at “The Neighbors”, South Hero Congregational Church; Noon. •Tai Chi at the South Hero Congregational Church 9 to 10 am•Girl Scouts meet at Islands in the Sun Center, Alburgh; 4 to 6 pm•Bingo at Apple Island Resort, South Hero; 7 pm

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Saturday• Food Shelf at Island in the Sun Senior Center, Alburgh; 11 a.m.

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Tuesday, July 11 - Phil Abair Band at Knight’s Point State Park, North Hero; 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 12- Chris & Erica at North Hero House Steamship Pier Bar & Grill; 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 15- Friction at at the Alburgh American Legion; 8 p.m. to midnight

Tuesday, July 18- Still Kickin’ at Knight’s Point State Park, North Hero; 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 19- Citizens Concert Band at the Grand Isle Lake House; Gates 5:30 p.m.; Concert 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 22- House Rockers at the Al-burgh American Legion; 8 p.m. to midnight

Tuesday, July 25 - Starline Rhythm Boys at Knight’s Point State Park, North Hero; 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 26- The Duo at North Hero House Steamship Pier Bar & Grill; 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday, August 1 - Quadra at Knight’s Point State Park, North Hero; 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 5-Jorge Garcia Herranz at the North Hero Commu-nity Hall; 8 p.m.

Wednesday, August 9- Leno & Young at North Hero House Steamship Pier Bar & Grill; 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 12Midnight Moonshine at the Alburgh American Le-gion; 7 p.m. to midnight.

Sunday, August 13- VT Jazz Ensemble at the Grand Isle Lake House; Gates 5:30 p.m.; Concert 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 16- Bob Gagnon & Tony Pi-etricola at North Hero House Steamship Pier Bar & Grill; 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 19- Mountain Weekend at the Alburgh American Le-gion; 7 p.m. to midnight.

Sunday, August 20- An Evening of Harp, Flute and Voices; Gates 5:30 p.m.; Concert 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 23- Cooie at North Hero House Steamship Pier Bar & Grill; 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Elite Runners Returning to Isle la MotteBy PAUL HINMAN

For the past two summers Anne Benson and Mark Rybinski have come with their families for a family reunion at the summer home of Mike and Mary Smith. Anne has won the women’s division for both years. Mark has been extremely competitive in the men’s division in spite of being over 60 years old. Mark is a highly ranked national runner in his age group. Last summer he followed closely behind a very talented high school runner from Indiana.

Among Mark’s impressive results was being the age group top finisher at the Utica Boilermaker 15K in 2016. His winning time, 60:10 , made him one of only two runners who finished faster than their age. There were 15,000 runners at this race.

In 2015, Mark finished in second place at the Flint Michigan USATF national road mile championship in an amazing time of 5:19. In 2015 and 2016 respectively, Mark finished in 3rd and 4th place at the USATF National X-country club championships for super vets. This summer Mark is recovering from an injury so no promises for fast times but we are very happy to have Anne and Mark returning to the Isle La Motte 5K.

There is race day registration. Walkers and strollers are allowed. We have great raffle prizes for all to have a chance of winning and remember we are helping to support the great UVM Children’s Hospital. We have medals for the top age group finishers.

The USATF Certified Course begins and ends at the his-toric site of the St. Anne’s Shrine. It is extremely fast and flat along the west shore of Lake Champlain.

We are proud that half of this year’s net proceeds will benefit the University of Vermont Children’s Hospital and the other half the Isle La Motte Recreation Department.

Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Isle-La-Motte--5k-Race-839874212702178/

This year registration is being coordinated by RunVer-mont.org

Online registration link is: https://register.chronotrack.com/r/27211

Check-in and registration at 7:15 a.m., 8:15 AM ½ Mile Youth Fun Run (12 yrs and younger) begins at 8:15 a.m. followed by the 5K Run at 8:30 a.m.

For information call 928-3434 or http://islelamotte.us/?pageid=28

At left: Mark Rybinski

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The Colors and Music of SummerBy Linda Fitch

The early mornings of early island summer are in bloom at Fisk Farm with purple clematis, the orange of nasturtiums, the gentle beginnings of Shasta daisies. The doe and her fawn are making their dark dawn forays into the swiss chard and the most tender leaves of the string beans.

On Sunday, July 16 at 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., the delightful folk duo of Staber and Chasnoff will perform at Fisk Farm on Isle La Motte. It would be hard to find a bet-ter mandolin player anywhere around than Dick Staber. Dick and his partner Judith Chas-noff, virtuoso on the guitar, will be joined by their friend, Daryl Smith on banjo. The three create a pure, traditional folk sound which is a joy to their audiences; bringing music to life through wonderful harmonies and expressive mandolin breaks.

Tony Conner’s evocative water colors are featured in the main room of the old Horse and Carriage Barn along with the two grand pianos, used periodically for classical concerts. Crafts and other arts by Ginger John-son, paintings by Maurie Harrington, wire sculpture by Anne Zolotas are displayed in “box stalls” in the next room. In the third section of the Barn, some of the history of the once grand Fisk property is told in photo-graphs and text.

This year, a group of Isle La Motte Preservation Trust volunteers are creating the charming Sunday after-noon tradition of Art, Music and Tea on the lawn between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. which has served as a fundraiser for the Isle La Motte Preservation Trust for twenty-three years. The traditional carrot, cheese and chocolate cakes are, as by tradition, decorated with flowers and fruits; cream cheese cucumber tea sandwiches are piled in decorative stacks under glass, and homemade scones are fresh from the oven along with iced and hot tea or lemonade. It is all affordable and visitors can purchase as much or as little as they wish. Or, folks can come and enjoy music and art without purchasing anything as Sunday afternoons at Fisk Farm are community gatherings as well as fundraisers. Take a stroll over to the Fisk Quarry Preserve which adjoins Fisk Farm.

Isle La Motte’s Preservation Trust owns and manages the two Nature and Fossil Preserves on Isle La Motte. Both preserves are sites of the ancient Chazy Fossil Reef, formed some 480 million years ago and known world-wide as the oldest known biologically diverse reef in the history of life on Earth.

Location: 3849 West Shore Road, Isle La Motte. Information: 802-928-3364, ilmpt.org, info@ilmpt.org

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TUESDAY, JULY 11- Parkinson’s Support Group at Homestead, St. Albans; 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.- Pickleball at North Hero School (Every Tuesday); 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.- Photography in a Barn Reception at Goodsell Ridge Preserve, Isle La Motte; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.- Open House at Hyde Log Cabin, Grand Isle; 6 p.m.- “Reel Fun Week” at Grand Isle State Park; 11 a.m.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 12- Learn to Compost at Isle La Motte Elementary School; 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

SATURDAY, JULY 15- 5K Race and Half Mile Fun Run at St. Anne’s Shrine, Isle La Motte; 7:15 a.m. Check In- Craft and Vendor Fair at the Alburgh Fire Station; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 16- Art, Music and Tea at Fisk Farm, Isle La Motte’ 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

MONDAY, JULY 17- SOLO Dinner Meeting at Maple City Dine, St. Albans; 5 p.m.

TUESDAY, JULY 18- Vermont’s Island Line Presentation at North Hero Community Hall; 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19- Citizens Concert Band Performance at Island Arts, North Hero; 5:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, JULY 21- Dance for Parkinson Exercise at The Home-stead, St. Albans; 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.- Newman Center Film Series, Plattsburgh; 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, JULY 22- South Hero Library Building Plans Reception and Campaign; 10 a.m. to Noon

SUNDAY, JULY 23- Champ Day Festival Movie Showing at Moriah Chamber Office; 7 p.m.

TUESDAY, JULY 25- Hospice Training at Franklin County Home Health Agency, St. Albans; 5:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, JULY 27- Crops and Soils Field Day at Borderview Re-search Farm, Alburgh; 9:15 a.m.

Grand Isle Historical Society Open HouseBy Fay Chamberlain

The Grand Isle Historical Society invites the public to an OPEN HOUSE at the his-toric Hyde Log Cabin and 1814 Block School, located on US 2 just North of the Grand Isle Elementary School on the right going north.

Tuesday, July 11 starting at 6 p.m. the docents at the Hyde Log Cabin, 1814 Block Schoolhouse and Tool Shed will welcome all to this won-derful historic site located in our own backyard. See and

learn about life in the late 1700’s and how a family with ten children lived in this one room cabin.

This will be followed by a Potluck Picnic; bring a dish to share, your own plate and utensils and a chair. Drinks and dessert will be furnished. This will be fol-lowed by the Annual Business meeting where officers will be elected and a sur-prise announcement will be made. This will be followed by presentations by the Town Selectboard.

For those who missed out on the first reprint of “The History of South Heroe Island” The second reprint of the Allen Stratton History books has arrived and are now available. Call Lucille Campbell 802-372-5534 or Fay Chamberlin 802-

372-8339.Looking forward to seeing everyone

on Tuesday!Location: US Route 2, Grand Isle.

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BUERMANN ENGINEERING

Continued from page 1He also is the chairman of the state board for

Veterans Count in Vermont, which provides emer-gency assistance to veterans and their families. He previously was active with the Boy Scouts. Buermann Engineering was one of five companies honored at the 2017 Vermont Small Business Awards Ceremony at the Middlebury Inn.

Jay and Bob Buermann - Buermann Engineering

Each year Vermont small businesses compete for Small Business Administration awards in various categories. Any nominated business must submit a narrative and financial data validating employment growth, financial success, expansion and community involvement.

“Launching a company is hard, but scaling a com-pany can be even more demanding. These five busi-ness owners have successfully navigated their growth paths and their success shows how they won in their respective categories in very competitive fields,” said Darcy Carter, SBA Vermont District Office Director, in a news release.

Governor Phil Scott was on hand, along with rep-resentatives from Vermont’s Congressional Delega-tion.

The SBA has been presenting small business awards since 1967.

Fishing Access Areas Not Safe for SwimmingMONTPELIER, Vt. – The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department reminds the public not to swim at fishing

access areas due to safety concerns. The primary use of the fishing access areas is for launching and retrieving motorboats.

The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department maintains more than 180 developed fishing access areas on lakes and rivers throughout the state. These areas have allowed uses determined by law, and swimming is not one of them.

The access areas were purchased and are maintained with funds derived from the sale of fishing licenses and motorboat registrations, as well as a federal excise tax on fishing equipment, fishing tackle, and gasoline for motorboats. These funding sources explicitly prohibit activities that are in conflict with fishing and boating.

Fish & Wildlife regulations prohibit certain uses of fishing access areas including, but not limited to -- swimming, littering, camping, picnicking, making a fire, parking of vehicles not related to priority uses, and commercial activity.

“It’s great that people want to get out in the water, but a boat ramp is not the right place to go swim-ming,” said Mike Wichrowski who oversees the Fishing Access Area Program. “There’s a reason motorboats aren’t allowed in swimming areas, and swimming isn’t allowed at fishing access areas -- it’s simply not safe.”

Vermont game wardens have responded to several incidents in recent weeks involving people swim-ming at fishing access ar-eas. In some cases people, including children, were swimming right at the boat ramps while boats were being launched, risking injury or preventing the launching of boats.

“We understand that people want to go swim-ming, especially during hot weather, but we are urging folks to swim at lo-cally approved swimming areas,” said Colonel Ja-son Batchelder. “Finding a safe swimming area is easy in most communities. Just ask at a general store or other place where peo-ple gather.”

The fine for swimming at an access area is $162.

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Citizens Concert Band to Perform By LYN JARVIS

GRAND ISLE- Island Arts hosts an affordable family evening at the historic Grand Isle Lake House on the shores of beautiful Lake Champlain. Children under 12 are free and adults only $10 when tickets are purchased in advance.

This mid-week event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 19 with picnick-ing at 5:30 p.m. and show at 6:30 p.m. Performing will be the 40-member Citizens Concert Band, dating back to 1947, now directed by Jeremy Burger. Featured will be a multitude of styles that include marches, show tunes, pop and some rock. Their choice of music depends on the mood of the crowd played by a full complement of brass, percussion and woodwinds along with the stunning voice of Jennifer McCo-nnell. Director Burger says, “We love what we do and it shows.”

Tickets can be pur-chased in advance for $10 at www.islandarts.org and in South Hero at Hackett’s Orchard and the Green Frog; the Back Chamber in North Hero; the Alburgh Pub-lic Library; and the Isle La Motte Country Store or by calling 802-372-8889 for advance res-ervations. Tickets are $15 at the event. Bring chairs, blankets, flags, dancing shoes and a picnic with all profits to benefit the Island Arts Youth Scholarship Fund.

Location: 3537 US Route 2, North Hero.

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Have a

Great Week!Grand Isle Nursery Opens Roots Fully Loaded

SOUTH HERO – There is a new food trailer in town, Roots Fully Loaded. The Viens family who purchased the Grand Isle Nursery in 2016 have been hard at work adding many new

features and flavors to the nursery site, such as the now very popular Vermont Summer Snowballs.Now with a unique twist on the traditional snack bar comes, Roots Fully Loaded located at 50 Ferry Road

in South Hero.Combining southern barbeque flavor, Edna Viens recipes from the days of the Iodine Springs restaurant

and freshly rooted vegetables grown in South Hero, you can have traditional favorites loaded with flavors from around the world.

Shane Viens, co-owner told The Islander, “Our signature dish is slow cooked pulled pork on a toasted bun, ‘fully loaded’ Southern style with sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, caramelized onions, homemade dill pickles and BBQ sauce. Any menu item can be loaded Southern, Italian or Mexicano style.”

Viens suggests finishing off your meal with a Vermont Summer Snowball, finely shaved ice, layered with cream and over twenty flavor options.Stop in, enjoy the flavors in a beautiful setting with great people. Look for the ad in this issue for more infor-mation.

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Alburgh Parade ResultsALBURGH – A wonderful time was had at the annual Independence Day Parade. Congratulations

to this year’s parade winners:ADULT FLOATS: 1st Place, Alburgh Better Community group; 2nd Place, The Darby Farm; 3rd

Place, UVM Children's Hospital. CARS: 1st Place, Russell Duchaine's Red Pontiac Firebird; 2nd Place, Jennifer Theoret's Red Mon-

te Carlo SS; 3rd Place, Michael Wright's orange Chevy Race car. TRACTORS: 1st Place Darwin Cameron's 1958 Farmall; 2nd Place, Stuart Bigelow's 1941 John

Deere; 3rd Place, Paul Gagne's 1957 Ford. MOTORCYCLES: Vernon Ouellette's mini Coloman. BANDS: 1st Place, Friction; 2nd Place, Mon-

treal Pipes and Drums. YOUTH MOTORIZED: 1st Place, Shane Smith's Kawasaki 4-wheeler; 2nd Place, Amber Rous-

seau’s green 4-wheeler; 3rd Place, Birdie LeClair's green 4-wheeler. YOUTH FLOAT: 1st Place, The Bedell-Rose float depicting Alburgh Village's 100th year Birthday.HORSES: 1st Place, Larry Sarver's tri-colored Pinto; 2nd Place, Log Cabin Stables. EFIRE TRUCKS: 1st Place, Alburgh's engine #367. 2nd Place, Isle La Motte's Tanker 1; 3rd Place,

Rouses Point's Engine #2.Left to right: Linda McCormick, Bonnie Jarvis and

Pam Aldridge (right). Photo credit: Lisa Arnold

Roy Rowe, retired member of Isle La Motte Fire Department. Photo credit: Lisa Arnold

Float is Alburgh Better Community group. Photo credit: Glen Goodsell

Mathew Coughlin, the patriotic and enthusiastic bloak in the dunk tank. Photo credit: Glen Goodsell

Humans and Other Animals – Portraits by Caroline McKinney

By SUSAN DAVISIsland Arts Gallery, located in the conference room at the Community Bank, N.A. in South

Hero, is proud to host the works of Morrisville artist Caroline McKinney.The multi-talented Caroline McKinney began her artistic journey at a very early age. “To keep me quiet in church, my parents would give me a pencil and I would draw the

backs of people’s heads on the back of offering envelopes,” she says. McKinney earned a BA in Art History from Lake Forest College. “Then I started all

over again and got a BFA from Pratt Institute. So naturally I became a potter,” she adds with a touch of humor.

Following her path as a potter for 20 years, which also included a stint as an ad-junct professor at Johnson State College where she founded the ceramics program, McKinney then worked for some twenty years as a graphic designer for Sargent and McKinney Advertising.

“Then about five years ago, for some reason, I decided I wanted to paint with watercolors,” said McKinney.

Today she is an active member of the Board of Directors at River Arts, and found-ing member of its Open Studio Figure Drawing program. She currently lives and works in Morrisville, VT

The Island Arts Gallery at the Community Bank is open to the public during nor-mal banking hours, Mon-Thurs. 9-4; Fri. 9-5:30.

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Home Health Celebrates Third NFP Graduating Class

By Mary HarwoodFranklin County Home Health Agency celebrated our third graduating class of moms and their babies in

our Franklin, Lamoille and Grande Isle County Nurse-Family Partnership Program® (NFP) on Tuesday, June 6th, 2017.

Twelve young mothers and their children have completed this evidence-based community health program that helps transform the lives of mothers pregnant with their first child. Six of the graduates live in Franklin County, five in Lamoille County, and one in Grand Isle County. The NFP Home Visiting staff will join the fami-lies and supporters to celebrate the successful completion of this 2 ½ year program by eleven young families. Graduates included:

Franklin County - Desiree Brunelle & Lee-Anna Sindle, Amanda Johnson & Preston McCarthy, Rebekah Mo-rey & Emma Morey, Natasha Ruffels & Jaden Ruffels, Hilarie Santiago-Rodriguez & Joanna Lambert-Sanago, Ashley Wright & Evelyn Wright

Grand Isle County - Meghan Deyo & Ashlynn Conger-DeyoLamoille County - Brandie Cochran & James Cochran, Nicole Davis & Jaiden Perkins, Christine Dudley & Lilith

Dudley, Amy Glen & Emmaline Glen and Jennifer Johnson & Aurora Johnson.Brittany Farnham, a 2016 graduate of the NFP program from Lamoille County, spoke to the graduates. “When

I first got pregnant, I thought, gosh what am I going to do now. I first heard about NFP, but thought, why would I want someone I don’t know come into my house, judging me and my kids, my life, and it turned out to be the complete opposite. When I questioned my ability as a young mom, I had my nurse Becca there to answer all my questions. I gained so much confidence and learned so many things. My little ones are benefitting from me being in NFP.” Brittany also shared her aspirations. She has started taking online courses and hopes to become either a veterinarian or registered nurse.

NFP supports first-time moms with comprehensive, compassionate and supportive care. Our nurses make regular home visits and continue to care for mother and child through the child’s second birthday. The goal of the program is to support mothers and their family. NFP is a free, voluntary program for first-time moms who are: less than 28 weeks pregnant with their first child; live in Franklin, Lamoille or Grand Isle Counties, Vermont; and are eligible for Medicaid/WIC.

The NFP Nurse Home Visitors help mothers: learn about nutrition for themselves and their baby; teach about baby’s milestones and learning activities; give emotional support as women prepare to be a mom; tell their moms what to expect in childbirth; with answers to their questions about caring for their baby; provide breastfeeding support and counselling; and help connect mothers with community resources including health-care, childcare, job training and other support services.

Franklin County Home Health Agency is a member of the VNAs of Vermont, your non-profit home health and hospice agencies. NFP is wholly funded by HRSA Maternal Infant Early Childhood Home Visiting Program in conjunction with the Vermont Department of Health.

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Hip HoopstersA group of ladies in San Diego is making quite

a splash. In fact, their women’s basketball team, whose members are octogenarians and then some, is known as the San Diego Splash, says the Associa-tion of Mature American Citizens.

The award-winning team accepts only women who are 80 or older and includes two that are 91. Is it good for their health, you may ask? Marge Carl, who is 87, says “a lot of my childhood friends thought I was crazy at 66 to be playing basketball. They said, ‘You’ll break an arm, you’ll break a leg.’ “They’re all gone, every one of them.” But Marge is still here.

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•CHURCH SERVICES•

Rev. Thomas NadeauSt. Amadeus Office 796-3481

St. Rose of Lima Office 372-4092

Our Lady of the Lake ParishServing the churches of Alburgh, Grand Isle,

Isle La Motte & South Hero

MASS SCHEDULESt. Amadeus, Alburgh- Sunday: 10:30 a.m.St. Joseph, Grand Isle- Sunday: 9:00 a.m.

St. Joseph, Isle La Motte- Saturday: 6:00 p.m.St. Rose of Lima, South Hero-

Saturday: 4:00 p.m.

ServicesIsle La Motte

United MethodistChurch Sunday

8:00 amNorth Hero

United Methodist Church Worship

9:30 a.Grand Isle Methodist

Church Worship 11am

Rev. Bobbie Rambach

Champlain Islands Parish

The Churches with...

OPEN HEARTS... OPEN MINDS... OPEN DOORS...

Parish Office 372-6638UNION BIBLE CHURCHMain St., Route 2, Alburgh, VT

Dr. John C. Kehoe, Pastor796-3055

Independent—Bible Believing—Gospel Preaching SUNDAY School & Bible Study _______ 9:30AM SUNDAY Worship__________________ 10:30AM WEDNESDAY Prayer Mtg. & Bible Study 7:00PM WEDNESDAY Children's Bible Club____ 7:00PM

“A Friendly and Joyful Welcome Awaits You” Nursery Provided at all Services

website: www.unionbiblechurch.org

CORNER ROUTE 2 AND ROUTE 129SOUTH ALBURGH, VERMONT 05440

REV. C. ANDREW CHRYSLER, PASTOR(802)782-9384 WWW.GLBCVT.ORG

GOD'S LITTLE BROWN CHURCHA non-denominational

GCMF affiliated Church

“God’s Word has the answer”WORSHIP......SUNDAY 10:00 AM

BIBLE STUDY/PRAYER-WEDNESDAY 6:30 PMTHE BORDERS REGIONAL MINISTRY

Anglican - EpiscopalSun. July 2nd: St. Luke’s, Alburgh, 10 a.m.Sun. July 9th: St. Thomas’, Noyan, 10 a.m.

Sun. July 16th: St. George’s, Clarenceville, 7 p.m.Sun. July 23rd: St. Thomas’, Noyan, 10 a.m.

Sun. July 30th: call for time & place

The Rev. Thora L. Chadwick 802-863-8036 www.diovermont.org www.montreal.anglican.ca

St. Anne's ShrineP.O. Box 280, Isle La Motte, VT 05463

802-928-3362, or 3385 Fax 928-3305 Email fstanne@pshift.com www.saintannesshrine.org

"Center of Life, Light and Love" On the Shores of Lake Champlain

Mass ScheduleSat: 7:00 p.m. (May 20 - Sept 2)

Sun: 9:00a.m. (June 11-Sept 3); 10:30a.m. (May 21-Oct. 8)Monday - Friday 11:15 a.m. (June 26 - Sept. 1)

~Visitor’s Center Open Daily ~ Gifts ~ Books ~ VT Products ~ All Welcome!

Congregational Church of South Hero, U.C.C.SUNDAY WORSHIP 9:30 A.M. YEAR-ROUND

Nursery Care Ages 5 and underWe Invite and Welcome Everyone.

Pastor: Rev. Cordelia Burpee

24 South St., South Hero, VT 05486Tel: 802-372-4962 E-mail: ccshvt@gmail.com

www.vtcucc.org/South_Hero •www.facebook.com/CCSHVTOffice Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm

Free Community Supper 2nd Friday each month 5:30-7pm

Ex-Sen. Norm McAllister’s

Second Trial Starts This Week

ST. ALBANS – Ousted State Sen. Norm McAllister, R-Franklin/Alburgh is scheduled to go on trial on sex charges this week in Vermont Superior Court in St. Albans.

McAllister has maintained his innocence since arrest outside the Vermont Statehouse in Montpe-lier in May 2015.

Jury selection was planned for Monday followed by up to four days of trial, officials said. McAllister faces one felony charge of sexual assault and two misdemeanor counts of prohibited acts.

This will be the second trial for McAllister, 65, of Highgate.

Charges in his first sex trial were dropped short-ly after the jury trial began in June 2016. The 21-year-old victim, a former legislative intern, no-tified prosecutors that she had been dishonest on the witness stand during the first day of testimony, lawyers in the case have said.

McAllister was investigated for his dealings with three women. This week’s trial on the charges for two prohibited acts center on a sex-for-rent scheme that allowed the woman to live in a trail-er on McAllister’s farm, officials have said. They said the sexual assault charge involves an alleged

non-consensual incident.A single charge involving the third woman was

dropped after she died.The Vermont Senate in January 2016 suspend-

ed McAllister, who asked his colleagues to not pre-judge him and to wait for his trials to fin-ish. McAllister tried to retain his political post, but came in last in a 3-way Republican primary in August 2016 for two seats representing most of Franklin County and the town of Alburgh in Grand Isle County.

The case is going to trial after a state judge agreed to allow McAllister to back out of a plea agreement reached in January with prosecutors as his second trial was to begin.

The deal would have helped McAllister avoid a potential life sentence in prison. It had re-duced the sexual assault charge, which carried a possible life sentence, to a lewd and lascivious conduct count, which had a 5-year maximum. The plan was to also enter no contest pleas to the two prohibited acts and giving him a poten-tial maximum sentence of up to seven years in prison.

The day after the plea bargain, WPTZ-TV re-ported McAllister was considering pulling out of the deal. The state objected, but Judge Martin Maley eventually approved the request.

By pleading no contest instead of guilty, it would have meant the plea could never be used against him in the civil lawsuit filed by the wom-an who claims she was sexually assaulted by McAllister. That lawsuit is still pending in civil court in St. Albans.

Police: Swanton Driver Faces Negligent

ChargeSOUTH BURLINGTON - A Swanton driver was

stopped going 96 miles per hour in a 55 mph zone on Interstate 189 in South Burlington, Vermont State Police said.

Joshua Riopel, 20, is due in Vermont Superior Court in Burlington on Aug. 22 for a negligent opera-tion charge, police said.

Riopel’s westbound vehicle was stopped about 11:35 p.m. July 3, police said. Riopel was taken to the State Police barracks in Williston and later re-leased with a court citation, police said.

Alburgh Man Faces Multiple

Driving ChargesALBURGH – An Alburgh man is facing multiple

charges, including driving while under the influence of alcohol after he was stopped for speeding, Ver-mont State Police said.

Dennis White Jr., 21, is due to appear in Vermont Superior Court in North Hero on July 27 to also face charges of excessive speed and careless and negli-gent driving, police said.

Trooper Kirstan Skelly said White’s Dodge Dart was traveling at 70 miles per hour in a 35 mph zone on Little Woods Road about 9:30 p.m. July 2. She said White was suspected to be under the influence and taken to the state police barracks in St. Albans for processing. He was later released with a court citation, Skelley said.

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The Islander, July 11, 2017 Page 16STATE OF VERMONT

VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT GRAND ISLE UNIT, CIVIL DIVISIONDOCKET NO: 58-9-12 GICV

FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION

V.

TODD M. LYNCH, BARBARA J. LYNCH, CAPITAL ONE BANK, NORTH STAR CAPITAL ACQUISITIONS LLC AND OCCUPANTS OF 680 SOUTH END ROAD, NORTH HERO, VTOCCUPANTS OF 680 SOUTH END ROAD, NORTH HERO, VT

MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER

12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq.In accordance with the Amended Judgment Order and De-cree of Foreclosure entered July 21, 2016, in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given by Todd M. Lynch and Barbara J. Lynch to Washing-ton Mutual Bank, F.A., dated July 5, 2002 and recorded in Book 66 Page 56 of the land records of the Town of North Hero, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of the following Assignments of Mortgage: (1) Assignment of Mortgage from JP Morgan Chase Bank NA f/k/a Washington Mutual Bank, F.A. to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association dated December 10, 2008 and recorded in Book 83 Page 565 and (2) Assignment of Mort-gage from JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association to Federal National Mortgage Association dated December 12, 2014 and recorded in Book 97 Page 32, both of the land records of the Town of North Hero, for breach of the con-ditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 680 South End Road, North Hero, Vermont on August 8, 2017 at 10:00 AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit:

Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Todd M. Lynch and Barbara J. Lynch by Warranty Deed of Karen J. Lynch dated December 23, 1999, and recorded in Volume 58 at Page 555 of the Town of North Hero Land Records.

The property is identified as Lot# 1 on a map entitled “Fi-nal Plan Karen Lynch Property, South End Road and State Aid Road #2, North Hero, VT” prepared by Warren A. Ro-benstien, dated August 13, 1999, revised September 22, 1999 and October 22, 1999. Said map was filed November 13, 1999 with the Town of North Hero at Slide #65B.

Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description. Terms of sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take prece-dence over the said mortgage above described.

TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the pur-chaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale.

The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale.

DATED: June 27, 2017By: /s/ Rachel Jones Rachel Jones, Esq. Bendett and McHugh, PC270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151Farmington, CT 06032

NOTICE: THE LAW FIRM OF BENDETT & MCHUGH, PC IS A DEBT COLLECTOR AND IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OB-TAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY WHICH DISCHARGED THIS DEBT, THIS CORRESPONDENCE IS NOT AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO BE AN ATTEMPT TO COL-LECT A DEBT, BUT ONLY ENFORCEMENT OF A LIEN AGAINST PROPERTY

of this description. The description of the property contained in the mortgage shall control in the event of a typographical error in this publication.

The public sale may be adjourned one or more times for a total time not exceeding 30 days, without fur-ther court order, and without publication or service of a new notice of sale, by announcement of the new sale date to those present at each adjournment or by posting notice of the adjournment in a conspicuous place at the location of the sale. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash or by certified check by the purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. The sale is subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

Mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale.

Other terms to be announced at sale.

CitiBank, N.A. Not in its Individual Capacity, but solely as Trustee of NRZ Pass-Through Trust VI,

Jennifer L. Maynard, Esq.Shechtman, Halperin Savage, LLP1080 Main Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860401-272-1400Attorney for Plaintiffjmaynard@shslawfirm.com

LEGAL NOTICES

STATE OF VERMONTSUPERIOR COURT CIVIL DIVISIONGRAND ISLE UNIT DOCKET NO: 82-8-09 Gicv

CITIBANK, N.A. NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPAC-ITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF NRZ PASS-THROUGH TRUST VIPlaintiff

v.

JACQUELINE M. RAINVILLE;Defendants

NOTICE OF SALEBy virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Jacqueline M. Rainville to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Countrywide Bank, FSB, its succes-sors and/or assigns, dated January 22, 2008 and recorded in Book 135 at Page 402 of the Town of Alburgh Land Records, of which mortgage the undersigned is the pres-ent holder by Assignment of Mortgage recorded on March 9, 2016 in Book 168 at Page 98, for breach of the condi-tions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 4:00 p.m. on July 26, 2017 at 104 Poor Farm Road, Alburgh, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage,

To Wit:Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Jacqueline M. Rainville by Warranty Deed of St. Amade-us Roman Catholic Church dated October 26, 2001, and recorded in Volume 95, Page 424 of the Town of Alburgh Land Records and being more particularly described there-in as follows:

“Being a parcel of land with dwelling house thereon and being all of the lands and premises conveyed to St. Ama-deus Roman Catholic Church by Decree of Distribution in the Estate of Howard M. Cameron, Grand Isle Probate Court, Docket No. P16-10-89Gt, and of record in the Town of Alburgh Land Records at Book 63, Page 143. Being all the same lands and premiss [sic, premises]con-veyed to Howard M. Cameron and Ada Cameron as joint tenants, by Quitclaim Deed of William Congleton dated November 28, 1979 and of record in Book 45, Page 495 of the Land Records of the Town of Alburgh, except the following subsequent conveyances:4. Warranty Deed to Edward Bozik and Joan Bozik dated March 17, 1989 and of record in Book 59, Page 393 of the Land Records of the Town of Alburgh;

5. Warranty Deed to Jonathan Fineman and Bette Fineman, dated September 8, 1984 and of record at Book 51, Page 352 of the Land Records of the Town of Alburgh; and

6. Executor’s Deed of Gloria Maskell, executrix of the es-tate of Howard M. Cameron to Jonathan Fineman and Bet-te Fineman dated February 6, 1990 and of record at Book 61, Page 488 of the Land Records of the Town of Alburgh.”

Reference is made to the aforementioned instruments and to the deed and records therein referred, all in further aid

NOTIFICATION OF INFORMATION MEETINGLARGE FARM PERMIT APPLICATION

Notice is hereby provided that Dwight Bullis of Savage View Farm in the town of Grand Isle, Vermont has submit-ted an application to the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets for a Large Farm Operation Permit.Savage View Farm is proposing the following changes at their farm, located at 216 US Route 2 and 167 US Route 2, Grand Isle, VT:-Increase in herd size-Construction of Animal Housing to main facility at 216 US Route 2, Grand Isle-Construction of a Waste Storage Facility-Inclusion and use of an Additional Facility for Animal Housing-Inclusion and use of a Waste Storage FacilityAn informational meeting will be held by the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets on Thursday, July 27, 217 at 10:30 a.m. The meeting will be held in the Sanctuary of the Grand Isle Methodist Church located on Hyde Road in Grand Isle.The purpose of the public informational meeting shall be to provide an opportunity for the public to learn about the proposed project.Information related to the application as presented by the Savage View Farm is available at the Grand Isle Town office 14 days prior to the public informational meeting through the close of the public comment period.The public comment period regarding the application clos-es five business days after the meeting date mentioned above. All comments must be submitted by close of busi-ness on August 3, 2017. Any questions or comment regard-ing the project or the meeting may be submitted to:Abigail Pajak, Agricultural Water Quality Specialist, Abbi.pajak@vermont.gov, 802-461-8643.

PROPOSED STATE RULESBy law, public notice of proposed rules must be given by publication in newspapers of record. The purpose of these notices is to give the public a chance to respond to the proposals. The public notices for administrative rules are now also available online at https://secure.vermont.gov/SOS/rules/ . The law requires an agency to hold a public hearing on a proposed rule, if requested to do so in writing by 25 persons or an association hav-ing at least 25 members.To make special arrangements for individuals with disabilities or special needs please call or write the contact person listed below as soon as pos-sible. To obtain further information concerning any scheduled hearing(s), ob-tain copies of proposed rule(s) or submit comments regarding proposed rule(s), please call or write the contact person listed below. You may also submit comments in writing to the Legislative Committee on Adminis-trative Rules, State House, Montpelier, Vermont 05602 (802-828-2231).

---------------------------------------------------------------Licensed Children’s Camps Rule.Vermont Proposed Rule: 17P019AGENCY: Human Services, Department of HealthCONCISE SUMMARY: This rule provides the requirements for sanita-tion and licensing of children’s camps to protect public health.FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Lillian Colasurdo, Ver-mont Department of Health, 108 CherryStreet, Burlington, VT 05402 Tel: 802-951-0107 Fax: 802-951-1275 Email: ahs.vdhrules@vermont.gov URL:http://healthvermont.gov/about-us/laws-regulations/public-comment. FOR COPIES: David Englander, Vermont Department of Health, 108 Cherry Street, Burlington, VT 05402 Tel: 802-863-7280 Fax: 802-951-1275 Email: ahs.vdhrules@vermont.gov. NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF OIL, GAS AND

MINERAL LEASE

Pursuant to the provisions of Title 29, Section 563(g) of Vermont Statutes Annotated, notice is hereby given of abandonment of the following oil and gas lease:

1. Land involved: A parcel of land located in the Town of Grand Isle, Vermont, consisting of 5.44 acres, more or less, commonly known and designated as 20 Allen Road, Grand Isle, Vermont.

2. Said land may be subject to an Oil, Gas and Mineral Lease from Quentin Cameron and Lenora Cam-eron to Cambrian Corporation dated September 24, 1963 and recorded in Volume 18 at Page 164 of the Town of Grand Isle Land Records, and a Preservation Notice dated June 15, 1983, and recorded in Volume 34, Page 455 of the Town of Grand Isle Land Records.

3. This notice is given by the present record own-er of the property Rachael Barkman of 20 Allen Road, Grand Isle, Vermont 05458.

4. The interest in the Oil, Gas and Mineral Lease as set forth in paragraph 2 hereinabove above is presumed abandoned.

Dated at Colchester, Vermont this 5th day of July, 2017./s/Rachael Barkman

Have a Great Week!

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ALBURGH By: Gina Lewis, Library Director

802-796-6077, alburgpl@gmail.comNEW BOOKS: New books on the library

shelf this week are “House of Spies” by Daniel Silva, “Look Behind You” Iris Johansen, and “Two Nights” by Kathy Reichs.

COMIC BOOK CLUB: Tuesday, July 11 at 12 p.m. join us at the library for lunch and comic books for ages 6 and up.

LEGO CHALLENGE: Wednesday, July 12 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. we will be hosting a lego challenge for ages 6 and up.

IRRESPONSIBLE SCIENCE: Science for the kids on Thursday, July 12 at 2 p.m. for ages 6 and up.

CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR: The Friends of the library will be holding a craft and vendor fair Saturday, July 15 at the Fire Station. Tables will be provided for $15. If you would like more information or an application you may call the Alburgh Library 802-796-6077.

FILM NIGHT: Monday, July 17 at 7 p.m. the library will be showing the movie “The Zoo Keeper’s Wife” (2017).

STORYTIME: There will not be storytime this week.

PLAYGROUP: Every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Please use back downstairs entrance. All chil-dren and their caregivers are welcome to attend.

TODDLER TIME: Every Saturday morning at 11 a.m. Children and caregivers are invited to join the fun! This program is geared toward ages 1-3. Lots of playing and exploring!

16 South Main Street, Alburgh – www.alburghpl.org -

Mon, Weds, Thurs & Fri: 1-6 pm, Tues: 9-5, Sat: 10-1

GRAND ISLE By: Kathy Tulissi, Librarian

802-372-4797, grandislefreelibrary@hotmail.com

NEW BOOKS: “House of Spies” by Daniel Silva, “Two Nights” by Kathy Reich and “Down a Dark Road” by Linda Castillo.

SUMMER READING PROGRAM: The next event will be Yoga for Kids on July 12 (date correction) at 10:30 a.m. Check out the Library webpage for more updates & the schedule.

TRUSTEES INFO: Trustees meet on the sec-ond Monday of even numbered months at 6 p.m.

The public is always welcome to attend. WEEKLY EVENTS: Storytime - Come listen

to a great book on Wednesdays at 10 am. Lee English is back the first Wednesday of the

month. Come and sing along.FREE PASSES: The library has free passes to

many different state attractions. Check out the library blog for more details.

- 10 Hyde Road, Grand Isle – grandislefreelibraryvt.wordpress.com

– We’re on Facebook– Free Wi-FiTues: 1-8 pm, Weds: 9-Noon,

Thurs: 4-8 pm, Sat: 9-3 pm

NORTH HEROBy: Caroline Korejko, Librarian

802-372-5458, nhlibrary@comcast.netTHE OLDEST REEF: July 13 at 7 p.m. Lin-

da Fitch will discuss the origins and preservation of the Chazy Fossil Reef on Isle La Motte.

VERMONT’S ISLAND LINE REVISIT-ED: Tuesday, July 18 at 7 p.m. at the Commu-nity Hall, James Jones will share films, photos and memories of the island’s railroad era from 1899-1961.

MEMORABLE MEMOIRS: The next dis-cussion is about “Growing Up” by Russell Baker and is on July 20 at 6:30 p.m. Pick up your copy today!

DOROTHY’S LIST: Going into 4th grade or higher? Come get a copy of “Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer” for the July 22 book club. It starts at 11 a.m. at the library.

BOOK SALE: Browse our on-going book sale. Book prices are by donation. We have so many choices of books, audio books, cds, etc. Come find a great deal and support your library in the process.

LIBRARY PASS: Stop in for our discounted and free admissions passes to area attractions.

CHILDREN’S STORYTIME: Come read some fun and exciting books and do crafts asso-ciated with the stories we read. We look forward to seeing you here on Tuesdays at 3:00 p.m.

TRUSTEES MEETING: The July 4 and Au-gust 1 meetings have been canceled. The next Trustee meeting will be July 25 at 7 p.m. This meeting is open to the public.

Route 2, North Hero.- www.northherolibrary.org -

We’re on Facebook. Free WI-FITues: 2-7, Wed & Thurs: 9-2, Sat: 9-2

SOUTH HERO By: Keagan Calkins, Director

802-372-6209, southherolibrary@gmail.com

SUMMER READING: All summer! Ages 0 to 18 the more you read the more chances you have to win. Stop by the library to sign up and pick up your summer reading package.

VERMONT WILDLIFE: Tuesday, July 11 at 10 a.m.. The Southern Vermont Natural Histo-ry Museum will be bringing in wild animals and artifacts.

SUMMER AUTHOR TALK: Friday, July 14 at 7 p.m.. We are thrilled to welcome Katherine Arden author of “The Bear and the Nightingale” to our 11th annual author talk.

INTRO TO COMPOSTING: Tuesday, July at 18 6:30 p.m.. Presented by Aaron Shepard of Northwest Solid Waste District and UVM Exten-sion Master Composter. Turn your yard and food waste into compost.

BOOK DISCUSSION: Wednesday, July 19 at 6:30 p.m.. We will be discussing the Vermont Reads selection for 2017 “Brown Girl Dreaming”. Stop in the library for your copy.

PHYSICS: Friday, July 21 at 10 a.m. Who in-vented the rocket? The parachute? The battery? What about the windmill? We’ll find out and then do some cool experiments with balloons and electricity, build a catapult, and fire a rocket.

BOOK DISCUSSION: Wednesday, July 26 at 6:30 p.m. Our book group will be discussing “We Are As Gods” by Kate Daloz a book about the back to the land movement in Vermont in the 1970s.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: Every Thurs-day this summer at 10 a.m. Bring in your pre-schooler for some stories, songs, crafts, and fun!

TRUSTEES MEETING: The Library Board of Trustees Meeting is open to the public and held the second Wednesday at 6 p.m. There will not be a meeting held in July.

South St., South Hero– www.southherolibrary.org -

Tues, Thurs - Sat: 9-2, Wed: 10-8

ISLE LA MOTTE By: Joyce Tuck, Librarian

Open every Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.2238 Main St, Isle La Motte

Friday: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

7-6-17Alarm / South Hero

Boating Incident / South Hero VIN Inspection / Grand Isle

Lockout / Isle La Motte Assist St Albans City PD / North Hero

Suspicious / North Hero Vehicle Complaint / Alburgh Noise Disturbance / Alburgh

7-5-17Assist Colchester PD / Colchester

Parking Problem / Alburgh Suspicious / Grand Isle

Lost Property / Grand Isle Phone Problem / Grand Isle

Citizen Assist / Alburgh Alarm / North Hero

Suspicious / South Hero

Citizen Assist / North Hero Assist Swanton PD / Swanton

7-4-17Citizen Dispute / Alburgh Lost Property / Alburgh

Assist Rescue / Grand Isle Noise Disturbance / Isle La Motte

Assist Rescue / Alburgh Noise Disturbance / Alburgh

7-3-17Assist Colchester PD / Colchester

Suspicious / Alburgh (2)Citizen Dispute / Grand Isle

Vehicle Complaint / North Hero Suspicious / North Hero Trespassing / North Hero

Animal Problem / North Hero Citizen Dispute / Alburgh Assist Rescue / Alburgh

Vehicle Crash / South Hero Noise Disturbance / Alburgh Assist Rescue / South Hero

Vehicle Complaint / Grand Isle 7-1-17

Vehicle Complaint / Alburgh Vehicle Crash / South Hero

Assist Fire / South Hero Assist Rescue / Alburgh

Lost Property / Isle La Motte Welfare Check / South Hero

Suspicious / South Hero Vehicle Complaint / South Hero

Noise Disturbance / Alburgh Family Fight / Alburgh

Vehicle Crash / Alburgh Suspicious / Alburgh

6-30-17Assist VSP / South Hero

Citizen Assist / Grand Isle Phone Problem / North Hero VIN Inspection / South Hero

Property Damage / South Hero Assist Fire / North Hero

Vehicle Crash / South Hero Suspicious / South Hero (2)VIN Inspection / Alburgh (2)VIN Inspection / Grand Isle Vehicle Crash / Grand Isle

Theft / Grand Isle Vehicle Crash / North Hero (2)

Assist Rescue / Grand Isle Vehicle Crash / Grand Isle

Intoxication / Alburgh Noise Disturbance / Alburgh

Citizen Assist / Alburgh Noise Disturbance / South Hero

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-FOR SALE----------------------------------

Upright freezer Frigidaire Comm. series. 20 cu-bic feet. Great cond. 5 yrs. old. 70” tall x 32” wide x 29” deep. White. $300 obo. Call 802-928-3239 7/11

---------------------------------2 bedroom house, 2 bedroom camp, 3 car ga-rage on 2 acres on Route 2 in South Alburgh. Fixer upper, needs TLC. Asking $155,000. Call 802-796-3921 7/11

---------------------------------“Dock Edge” Premium fiberglass mooring whips. 8 ft. lengths with lines and hardware. 2500lb capacity for boats up to 18ft. $110. Por-table kerosene heater “Toyostove” 5 gal. kero-sene included. $30. 802-372-6130 7/11

ALUM. BOAT LIFTS &UNIQUE DOCK SYSTEMS

User friendly Docks and Boat lifts product.Seasonal Sale

45 ‘ Docks on Wheels with removable deckingThruflow Composite and or 5/4 Cedar Decking

All under $3800www.rlmarine1.com802-796-3338 or 3990rlmarine1@aol.com

Alburgh Springs Rd. Alburgh

---------------------------------Clean, quality mixed hardwoods for sale. Cus-tom lengths. Dubuque’s Firewood Sales. A Cut Above the Rest! 802-372-6440 7/18

---------------------------------Hobie Cat 16’ 1981 with trailer. $1400. Leave message at 802-928-3290.

---------------------------------CANOE 15’ Grumman Alum w/paddles in good condition, $300. ROW BOAT 15’ alum in fair condition for age with trailer. $650obo. 802-372-6684.

---------------------------------19.5’ Sea Ray Seville w/Cutty/3.0 Mercruiser I/O/ Trailer. Runs great - many upgrades-ready to go. Great for family fun and fishing. $3,000. Can be seen in So. Hero -  Contact (802) 999-9723

---------------------------------3BR/2BA, 1.4 acres. Extra room for office/family room. Quiet, nice dock. Lake access through association. $184,000. 802-372-8398 7/18

--------------------------------Moving sale continues, 18 West Shore Road, Alburgh. Mirrors, tools, dolls, wooden work table, picnic table, 30” refrig. pottery, original art work, misc. Everything must go! Sat. July 15, 8:30-3:30.

---------------------------------Garage Sale and House for Sale by Owner on 204 Knights Cove Rd North Hero 7/8/17-7/9/17 from 9:00 am - 4:00pm.

---------------------------------Moving Sale - Furniture, lamps, coach, tools, antique wicker furniture, free items. Saturday, July 8, 9-4. 135 Oakridge Lane, North Hero.

-FOR RENT----------------------------------

1 bedroom modern apartment with new wash-er/dryer. Heat, electricity and internet includ-ed. Private parking for one vehicle. Quiet loca-tion just outside the village of South Hero. No pets or smoking. $850 per/mo. Ref. required. First/last and damage deposit up front. Con-tact 802-556-1986 7/11

--------------------------------OFFICE/RETAIL SPACE FOR RENT. Route 2 - Village of North Hero. Approx. 900 sq. ft with scenic views overlooking City Bay and Mt. Mansfield. $950/mo. Includes all utilities ex-cept heat. Lease, 1st, last and security depos-it. No pets. No smoking. References required. Contact: clarkpd107@gmail.com or call 802-355-9861

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---------------------------------12 ft. Prince Craft aluminum V hull boat with trailer, good condition. Electric motor, 1956 outboard runs, set-up for fishing.  Needs very little. Can be seen in South Hero.  $1,000 firm.  Call Steve 270-597-7269.

---------------------------------Cottage for sale in North Hero. 3 season fur-nished cottage w/guest house that sits on 105 ft. of water overlooking beautiful easterly views of a protected bay from full length deck. 3 bdrms, 1+ ba.,family and living rm. Tool shed & 32 ft. Dock $286,500. Call 802-372-4082

---------------------------------Utility trailer 4x8 $200. 2 Sun Mountain push golf carts, like new $100 for the pair. Picnic table & benches, wooden $40. Stainless steel boat/countertop propane gas grill $30. Wood-en decoys. 802-372-4082 7/11

---------------------------------2014 Honda motor scooter; 50 cc; no motor-cycle license endorsement required; only 375 miles; like new condition; includes helmet and luggage rack; great for exploring Island roads.$1550; 802-598-9545

---------------------------------CRAFTSMAN- Air  Compressor, 12 Gal, 1 HP, Oil Lubricated $75. Call RJ 802-372-9969

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-WANTED---------------------------------

ANTIQUES WANTED Trusted 3rd Gen. VT Deal-er Specializing in Jewelry, Watches, Silver, Art, Military, Etc. Visit: www.bittnerantiques.com Call Brian 802-272-7527 Free house calls. 7/25

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-SALES----------------------------------

Moving Sale- Everything must go! 7/15 - 7/16  8:00 to 5:00. 5 Watkins Rd., Milton, Vt.

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-EMPLOYMENT----------------------------------

Join us at Hero’s Welcome! Part time, full time, flexible hours. Part-time Baker position also available. Call Carlene 802-372-4161. BTFN

--------------------------------- Marina Help Wanted - Apple Island Resort is looking for seasonal help to work in our ma-rina. We are looking for hard working individ-uals with experience around boats as well as computer skills. Please apply at 71 US Route 2, South Hero. 802-372-3800 7/25

---------------------------------NEW YORK REPORTER - The Islander is seek-ing a person interested in reporting news and events in the North Country. Areas covered include Rouses Point, Champlain, Chazy and Mooers. For more details call Tonya at 802-372-5600.

---------------------------------The Town of Alburgh is seeking a part-time person for the position of assistant at the transfer station. The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of manual tasks and will be expected to operate equipment used in compacting trash. Must be willing to perform duties that include use of a cash register, oper-ating a fork truck and trash compactors. Must be at least eighteen years of age and able to work weekends. The hours are Saturday and Wednesday from 7am to 5pm and Sunday from 8am to 4pm. To apply please pick up an ap-plication at the Town Clerks Office located at 1 North Main St. and you will be scheduled for an interview. Alburgh Town Clerks Office, 802-796-3468. 7/11

-SERVICES----------------------------------

R. Rose Construction. Roofing. Interior remod-eling. Exterior everything. Free estimate. In-sured. Call 802-372-5693 BTFN

---------------------------------TURNBAUGH ROOFING- Slate, shingle, metal, rubber. Painting all flashings & metal roofs. Chimney repair. Free Estimates. Insured. 802-372-5781 John BTFN

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LARGE enough to store your car or small boat!small enough to

clear your clutter!

Route 2, Alburgh VT

Call today for sizes & info!

rrs TM

ISLAND SEWING: All aspects of sewing. Alter-ations, mending, formal wear. Specializing in bridal gowns. 30+ years experience. Call 802-372-0194 BTFN

---------------------------------Langlois Lawn Care, LLC & Hot Water Pressure Washing - Lawn Care, Pressure washing, Bark mulching, Landscaping. Please call for a free estimate (802) 363-4777 BTFN

--------------------------------THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE - 10+ years experi-ence. Swedish, deep tissue, shiatsu. Call Sue 802-752-6342. BTFN

---------------------------------KING’S CARE - Offering Pet Setting, Feeding, Potty Breaks and Housesitting. Daily, weekly, long-term. Call to schedule for vacations 802-355-1002 or email kingcarepets@gmail.com

---------------------------------Junk Car Removal - Call 802-372-4819 BTFN

---------------------------------Spring and Fall clean ups. Lawn mowing. Resi-dential & Commercial. Free estimates. Call Ja-mie McAllister 802-372-1915 BTFN

--------------------------------Property Maintenance. Odd jobs, cut trees, docks, yard clean up. Anything you might need. 802-372-9116 8/8

--------------------------------ISLAND BAIT - Large selection of tackle, live bait, cray fish. Any size you might need. We buy fish: Perch, sunfish, crappie, white perch, rock bass and blue gill. 802-372-9116 71 Hyde Rd., Grand 8/8

---------------------------------WELDING: Aluminum - Stainless & Steel. Cus-tom railing, ramps, decks. Fuel tanks, holding tanks. One off hot rods & chassis. Boat propel-ler & skeg repair. Jesberger Welding & Fabri-cation. 802-324-6954

Landry Carpentry. Currently scheduling fall/winter projects. Call Alan 802-372-3701 9/12

---------------------------------E.C. ELECTRIC- Licensed Electrician with 25 years experience. 802-796-4610 7/4 -REAL ESTATE-

-AUCTION-PUBLIC AUTO AUCTION 300+/- Vehicles

Saturday, July 15  @ 9AM, 298 J. Brown Dr., Williston, VT

Repos, Trades, Donations & More!1-800-474-6132. THCAuction.com

BEWARE OF HEALTH CARE SCAMMERSAs Congress and the Trump Administration work to repeal or replace the Affordable Care Act, fraudsters are taking advantage of the confusion it’s creating. They may pose as insurance company representa-tives or someone from Medicare or another federal agency. They will be on the hunt for personal infor-mation and money. Don’t fall for bogus requests to verify patient information, promises of refunds, or requests for payment of future premiums.

AMAZON PURCHASESIf you buy products on Amazon.com, you are not nec-essarily buying from Amazon.com. In fact, Amazon.com connects buyers to a wide array of third party sellers. While most of these sellers are legitimate, be-ware of scam artists lurking in the marketplace. It’s likely a fraud if a seller asks you to make your pur-chase in a way other than through the Amazon.com website. Amazon.com guarantees purchases made from third party sellers as long as the purchase is made via the Amazon.com website.Be a fraud fighter! If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam. Report scams to local law enforce-ment. Contact the AARP Fraud Watch Network at

www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork for more information on fraud prevention.