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spot commented on the post, iBrattleboro is 21 Years Old

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 14:09:55 +0000

I’m not a fan of social media in general, but have always loved iBrattleboro and still do. Thank you for hanging on during the slim times. May the renaissance continue! Happy B’day!

spot commented on the post, Richard Davis To Run For One Year Brattleboro Selectboard Seat

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 15:19:56 +0000

I appreciate your willingness to serve, Richard. As I’ve said elsewhere, I believe that in general, our Selectboard members (past and present) are sincere about serving our public, but we do need more […]

spot commented on the post, Press Release: Oscar Heller for Selectboard

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 15:15:10 +0000

– for running, that is. I believe that in general, our Selectboard members (past and present) are sincere about serving our public, but we do need more participation by citizens, and it’s a tough row to hoe these […]

spot commented on the post, Public Domain Fun

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 19:19:46 +0000

Your creative soul is obviously enthusiastically engaged, and we’re richer for it. THANKS!

spot commented on the post, Some Seasonal Holiday Favorites

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 14:01:09 +0000

Always enjoy these delights – thanks again!

spot commented on the post, Brattleboro Holiday Closings

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:34:22 +0000

I see now in separate post that Town has corrected the original post re pickups. In case you didn’t see it, we’re back to normal, and there will be NO PICKUPS on Christmas Day after all.

spot commented on the post, Brattleboro Holiday Closings

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:22:28 +0000

I was surprised to see that pickups WILL be done on Christmas and WILL NOT be done on New Year’s Day, so called Town Mgr’s office to double check. It is true – something to do with our changing to Casella from […]

spot commented on the post, Noticed Around Brattleboro - Fall 2023

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:00:26 +0000

Thanks for thinking, Chris. Every time I see Home Depot (and some of the other similar corpses), it sets my teeth on edge. There’s gotta be a way…..

spot wrote a new post, Can You Recommend a Handyperson for Very Small Jobs in Brattleboro?

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:25:39 +0000

I need an occasional handyperson to do some light jobs such as changing smoke detector batteries, overhead light bulbs, etc. – i.e., mainly things that require “ladder work” for a small apartment in Brattleboro. […]

spot commented on the post, The Yearly Medicare Advantage Media Blitz

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 16:11:41 +0000

Thanks, Richard, for your annual reminder. The onslaught of ads is difficult to fight. Who wouldn’t want a premium-free insurance plan that provides eyesight and dental coverage, help on OTC products, gym […]

spot commented on the post, Brattleboro's Big Shift To... ???

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 14:41:55 +0000

Good list, annikee. And although no one would want to take it on, how about a laundromat downtown for those of us who have to figure out how to schlep laundry via bus or by foot?

spot wrote a new post, Audio Issues with BCTV Channels?

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 16:10:21 +0000

Has anyone had problems with the audio on the BCTV channels (both of them) over the last several days? I’ve contacted both BCTV and Comcast with no response from either. Have been unable to get any TV audio on […]

spot commented on the post, Medicare's Death Spiral

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 13:10:49 +0000

…thanks, Richard, for trying to spread the word. Several medical professionals (as you are) agree with you. Even for those of us who have not had some self-education via HMO experience, can point to “If it […]

spot commented on the post, America At A Crossroad

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 12:35:54 +0000

I, too, miss the old give & take, and I commend Richard for his thoughtful contributions. As to the reason for the lack of participation, I’ve heard it said that Facebook and its variants have taken over. Seems […]

spot commented on the post, Noticed Around Brattleboro - Summer 2023

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 13:50:49 +0000

Thanks for noticing this, Chris! I – and many others – are in a state of depression since Lotus Graphics’ self-service is no longer available. The system at Staples is no solution.

spot commented on the post, Noticed Around Brattleboro - Spring 2023

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:52:08 +0000

Yes, they were wonderful to deal with, and for those of us who have need for self-copying (just folks, not businesses) beyond the occasional document, they’ll be sorely missed!

spot commented on the post, iBrattleboro To Become Ai-Brattleboro

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 14:00:56 +0000

Heh, I almost fell for it. But considering the state of things today, it’s no 4/1 joke, and I wouldn’t blame you. Just know, though, that iBratt is still appreciated by many, as is your work on it. True, we’re […]

spot commented on the post, RAD Just Cause Amendment Implies Permanent Homeless Under-class

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 15:43:03 +0000

I’ve followed the amendment and don’t have ballot in front of me, but you keep referring to “RAD” – might be nice to spell it out even once. Search on internet says “Reactive Attachment Disorder.” Seems to me […]

spot commented on the post, Selectboard Meeting Notes: A Dream

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 14:05:17 +0000

Thanks so much for this. I know many of us can “relate” to your personal story of breaking up the old homestead. (And are you sure that was a dream??). I always try to watch the Selectboard meetings “live,” but […]

spot commented on the post, Five Suggestions For The Brattleboro Charter Revision Commission

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 15:26:47 +0000

Thanks for the thoughtful suggestions, Chris.

spot commented on the post, Brattleboro Selectboard Special Meeting Agenda & Notes

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 15:20:47 +0000

Just a heads up that the first paragraph of the Jan. 20 announcement says meeting will be on Jan. 17 – it’s Jan. 24, as stated in the body.

spot commented on the post, An Open Letter To Our Vermont Senator and Senator-Elect

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 17:50:07 +0000

Once again, you’ve seized the day.

spot commented on the post, MuseArts Turns 25 Years Old

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 15:27:23 +0000

Am not a potential website customer, but welcome iBrattleboro as a part of every day. Thanks for your perseverence and for sharing your thoughts and talents with us all these years. Looking forward to many more. THANKS!

spot commented on the post, Vermont Public What?

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 18:29:42 +0000

…but thanks for noticing. BTW, Springfield (Mass.) PBS has also changed name – to NEPM (New England Public Media). Clearer than Vermont Public new moniker, but obfuscation reigns.

spot commented on the post, Your Handy Brattleboro Fire - EMS - Rescue Timeline 2021-2022

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 13:23:04 +0000

Just in general, thanks for your continuing efforts to help us understand all sides.

spot commented on the post, The Immigrant Experience in 2022

Thu, 19 May 2022 14:32:05 +0000

Richard, thanks for your piece. As many, I’m in favor of supporting refugees (as I believe are you), but it takes courage to recognize difficulties that can live below the surface. Such honesty can help make a […]

spot commented on the post, Q & A - The Brattleboro Website RFP

Tue, 17 May 2022 22:40:03 +0000

This takes the cake. Even years ago (when viewers of your site were more participatory), it seemed you weren’t appreciated as much as you should be by The Powers That Be. So sorry. Plus ça change……

spot commented on the post, Brattleboro Doubles Down on Representative Town Meeting - Representatives to Elect Representatives

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 16:17:22 +0000

Things have become so strange in our Brave New World, that I ALMOST believed this. Thanks for the humor – the only thing that gets us through.

spot commented on the post, iBrattleboro Turns 19

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 15:18:18 +0000

Thanks so much for staying on the job, even though there aren’t so many submissions from those of us who are faithful viewers who don’t submit much. You provide a needed service, albeit probably a thankless one. […]

spot commented on the post, A Conversation with Brattleboro Town Manager Yoshi Manale

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 15:43:45 +0000

Interesting and enlightening. Thanks to both of you, Chris and Yoshi, for this. Helps me (and others, I’m sure) keep hope alive.

spot commented on the post, Candide Revisited

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 15:15:44 +0000

What an interesting take, not only from Voltaire, but from you, Lise. Haven’t read it in almost 60 years – think I’ll do it again – NOW!

spot commented on the post, The Nursing Shortage Needs New Solutions

Sat, 08 Jan 2022 14:21:51 +0000

Richard, thanks for the info and the reminder. In the past (long before the pandemic), friends of mine who were nurses mentioned theses same issues. Too bad it takes a pandemic to highlight this problem.

spot commented on the post, Lighting Up The Park At Night

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 14:21:54 +0000

Oh, thanks, Chris – we need more of this! Brings a very welcome smile!

spot commented on the post, Selectboard Meeting Notes - Budgets, Capital Expenses, Living Memorial Park and Sidewalks

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 01:20:17 +0000

Thank you, Kurt, for reminding us of something we need to remember. In this time of terrible division, it’s easy to give up and assume “the other side” (whichever side that may be) is not worth talking with. I […]

spot commented on the post, Privatizing Medicare A New Threat Beyond Medicare Advantage

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:32:55 +0000

Thanks, Richard, once again, for keeping us informed. Sadly, this supports the distrust so many of us have regarding Advantage Plans. But the DCE stuff – ouch!

spot commented on the post, Autumnal Rites

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 13:20:10 +0000

Thanks, Lise, for this beautiful reminder of what’s important.

spot commented on the post, Personal Stress and World Stress

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 13:38:42 +0000

I hate the phrase ‘Thanks for sharing,” but thanks for sharing, Richard. So very many of us are of like mind!

spot commented on the post, The World Is Too Much With Us

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 12:32:38 +0000

Thanks, Richard – Love your examples and food for thought.

spot commented on the post, When Should I Stop Updating COVID Regional Dashboards?

Sun, 16 May 2021 13:09:38 +0000

Not sure what guidelines to suggest, but I’d like to see stats for a while longer. Appreciate that you’ve provided so far.

spot commented on the post, ARPA Tree Fund Suggestion

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:15:28 +0000

Thanks, Chris, for this piece. We shouldn’t need reminding, but we do!

spot commented on the post, iBrattleboro Turns 18

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 00:27:09 +0000

Thanks so much for being there. Thanks especially for the work you do in bringing the news of Selectboard meetings. Even those of us who try to watch the meetings sometimes bow out early due to length. (I fear […]

spot commented on the post, Brattleboro Representative Town Meeting - Fix It or Toss It?

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 15:15:22 +0000

Thanks, Chris. This topic should not stay on the back burner as long as it has. We’re lazy.

spot commented on the post, A COVID Christmas Anti-Viral Holiday Special

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 19:58:32 +0000

So sweet, appealing, and funny! Thanks to you and all your crew for bringing us this charming gift.

spot commented on the post, Medicare Disadvantage

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 14:41:58 +0000

Thanks, Richard. Having worked in insurance and having seen bad experiences with HMOs during my working years, I know that what you said is all too true! The daily deluge of ads touting the wonders of Medicare […]

spot wrote a new post, Tech Dinosaurs, VHS Tapes, and Groundworks Collaborative

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 14:54:17 +0000

I have a collection of VHS tapes (movies). They’re virtually all in good shape. I had hoped to donate them somewhere, but most places no longer accept them. I just can’t consign them to trash.

Proposal: I wan […]

spot commented on the post, Have Pity On The Weeds

Sun, 10 May 2020 12:50:51 +0000

Thanks for this lovely piece, Lise. I’m not even a gardener (!), but will send this on to family and friends who are. Love your thoughts on this.

spot commented on the post, Friday Fun - Fifteen Minutes of Family of Four Furry Fox Kittens (video)

Fri, 01 May 2020 15:30:53 +0000

Thank you SO MUCH, Chris. At last, some FOX NEWS that we can all agree on!

spot commented on the post, Don't Forget The Support Staff

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 19:35:42 +0000

I’m sure your experience as a nursing professional has given you so many examples of the caring attitudes of the taken-for-granted folks who work alongside the medical professionals, but are all too often ignored […]

spot commented on the post, The Return of Paper Towel Emergencies

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 13:19:42 +0000

You’ve brought my already-existing guilt to the fore! I mean guilt over all the paper towels I use. I’m one of those who have no home laundry or dishwasher, so using rags or sponges means holding onto the filthy […]

spot commented on the post, Brattleboro Early Voting and Absentee Ballots Available

Sat, 15 Feb 2020 15:46:39 +0000

Thanks, Chris, for bringing this up again. When this procedure started, I recall that one of the defending arguments for it was that unregistered write-in candidate might win and then refuse to accept the […]