Out & About: Earth Day in the Upper Valley; A week of eco-friendly activities and events

Casella pulls permit application central to NH landfill plans

Casella Waste Systems has withdrawn an application for a wetlands permit for a proposed landfill project in Dalton, N.H., but the company still intends to move forward with the project and other related applications remain in limbo.

When it comes to the Trump administration, Ayotte walks a fine line

Gov. Kelly Ayotte has taken a neutral stance on President Trump, focusing on advocating for the people of New Hampshire and avoiding public criticism of the president while also not joining in on multistate lawsuits against the Trump administration.

Column: The dangers of becoming numb to Trump's presidency

The author reflects on the troubling numbness that has set in due to the chaos of the Trump administration, and resolves to engage in the political process by calling their representatives, attending rallies, and voting in the upcoming election.

Thetford church hosts watch party for US Men's National Team soccer match

The First Congregational Church in Thetford hosted a watch party for the US Men's National Team's 2-0 win over Australia in the World Cup, providing an opportunity for community members to come together and enjoy the game.

Community and the state grapple with potential redevelopment of Vermont Yankee site

The Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Station in Vernon, which was decommissioned in 2014, is being considered for redevelopment by PowerTransitions, which is backed by Partners Group, and could include a data center, battery storage, or small-scale nuclear reactor, all of which would require approval from Vermont's land use review process.