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SNAP Benefits, Astrology, and Politics

by CrisEricson2016 | Op/Ed

I am guessing the government shutdown will continue all day on Wednesday Nov. 5, 2025. The problem is that news sources say some people will not get food stamps SNAP program benefits until Nov. 7th, and they will only get half their usual amount.

Hmmm, that means some children will be whining and some babies will be crying and some adults will have reached their personal frustration limit. This is not a good time for a big ol’ full moon, but we have no control over our solar system.

Soup Supper to Support a New Brattleboro Winter Shelter

by RobertOeser | Activism

As winter approaches, a new community-led initiative aims to ensure that there are open doors to anyone who needs a warm and welcoming overnight shelter. You are invited to a free Soup Supper on Thursday, November 6, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at Beloved Community Church, 18 Town Crier Drive, Brattleboro.

The supper will offer a chance to hear from Steering Committee members about the project and what support is still needed from the community.

Initial setup costs for the shelter are funded by the State of Vermont’s Extreme Cold Weather Shelter Program (ECWSP). The ECWSP grant will also cover staffing and operating costs for 20 of the coldest nights this winter. However, the Beloved Shelter, named for its host site at Beloved Community Church, aims to remain open every night from December 1 to March 30. Additional funding and community support will be critical to meeting this goal.

Leda’s Kitchen Menu for November 6: Saag Paneer + more

by LedaS | Food

Hello food lovers,

This week’s menu features my most requested dish: saag paneer, along with a classic chicken curry and Mexican pork tinga. 10% off your first order with the code ibrat. Orders due Tuesday, November 4 at 7PM for pickup Thursday, November 6. Questions? Message me at ledaskitchen@gmail.com or 802-246-7592.

SAAG PANEER (GF, Vegetarian)
A saag that goes above and beyond: small-batch house-made paneer combined with organic spinach, lots of onions, ginger, and garlic, and  finished with a hint of cream to elevate the soft, earthy flavors of the dish.​
$28 for 24oz container (2-3 servings)

October 2025 Precipitation Report

by local | Nature

I believe in this part of Vermont the drought is winding down. Over the past 2 months my numbers are within 0.44″ of the averages.  For October my total is 5.10 inches of rain compared to the NOAA average of 4.77″.  Across Windham County the monthly totals range from a low of 4.09″ to 6.73″ from the 13 CoCoRaHS observers with full data. October is the wettest month of the year followed by June from the averages.

For the year to date with 2 months to go the total is 41.06″ compared to the norm of 39.71″.  More than an inch above on a dry year.  I think if you go back in time 40 years or so the yearly normal was only about 40″.  Every 10 years the NOAA normals or 30 year averages move up by 10 years and have been increasing.

Brattleboro VTrans Paving Project Construction Update 10/31/2025

by Not Signed In | Town News

The Class 1 paving project is finishing up throughout downtown. Crews are working on VT 9 (Western Avenue and High Street) and will be finishing up in areas on U.S. 5 (Canal Street and Main Street). Work to be done includes hand painting (symbols, stop bars, crosswalks, etc.), sign installation, and some signal work.

Brattleboro Committee Meeting Agendas

by Not Signed In | Town News

The Brattleboro Human Services Committee will meet at 6:30pm in the Hanna Cosman Meeting Room (230 Main Street, Room 211).

The Brattleboro Tree Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 4:15pm in the Hanna Cosman Meeting Room (230 Main Street, Room 211).

The American Death Squad

by RDavis | Op/Ed

The last time I checked U.S. military murderers had killed about 40 or so presumed Venezuelan drug dealers. It is not only a shocking escalation of Trump’s mania for power, but it is also one of the more immoral and illegal actions he has taken so far.

No proof has been provided by the U.S. government of what has been in these boats they have blown up. Trump wants to play with his military toys and his lust for power knows no end. Never mind the rule of any law. Never mind due process. Who needs evidence when you are building a dictatorship and flaunting domestic and international law with abandon?

Filling the SNAP Gap

by Sherry | Food

The Brattleboro Winter Farmers’ Market has an update for all of our SNAP customers at the market. While VT is providing funds for VT SNAP beneficiaries, those funds will NOT be available until later next week.

HOWEVER, NOFA-VT has informed us that we can still distribute $20 in Crop Cash PLUS coupons for market shopping this week, Saturday, Nov. 1st to SNAP shoppers with no remaining balance on their account.

In addition, through Post Oil Solutions, we are launching a local charitable fundraising effort to “Fill the SNAP Gap.” Stay tuned for details and please do share the fundraising link when it goes live.

Stacy Blackadar on “Here We Are”

by Wendy O'Connell | Town News

Big things are happening at our Boys & Girls Club here in town! Take a look and hear what an impact folks like STACY  BLACKADAR have on our youth….And she shares her stories of working for the Vt. Cheese Council, Hardy Catering, and her own music venue productions. She’s an all-around dynamo!

How Many Grocery Stores Will Lay-Off Employees Due To Food Stamps SNAP Cut-Off Nov. 1st?

by CrisEricson2016 | Op/Ed

How many hard working people in Vermont will be laid off from their jobs November 1st because the Democrats won’t vote in favor of a Bill in the U.S. Congress that continues food stamps SNAP program benefits for the poor, but raises insurance premiums for middle class people? It’s not just people who work inside grocery stores and big box stores, truck drivers are also at risk.

Brattleboro DRB 11.19.2025 Agenda

by bbannon@brattleboro.org | Town Plan

Call to Order
Review and Approve Minutes of previous meeting.
Review of Cases/Public Hearings to be reviewed under the Brattleboro Land Use Regulations as warned on October 12, 2015.

What is Going On at the VT Dept. of Motor Vehicles?

by CrisEricson2016 | Op/Ed

I received a letter in the mail from the VT Department of Motor Vehicles, “Vehicle Registration Renewal Notice”.

“The registration for your 1999 CHEV SUB expires on November 30, 2025. So, I filled out all the online forms and paid for two years, $167.00 Then it instructed me to download a temporary registration.

The temporary registration cheats me out of 2 years and 3 weeks because the temporary registration says I paid up until Nov. 6, 2025.

Windham Southeast School District (WSESD) Policy and Amendment Committee Meeting Minutes Oct 22, 2025

by Not Signed In | Education

Summary: The committee reviewed three policies during the meeting (Gender Freedom in Schools, D15 Travel Reimbursement, and C7 Board Relations with Administrators). Gender Freedom and D15 will be sent for a first reading at the next full Board meeting on November 4. C7 remains on hold. Rebecca Olmstead was not able to attend the meeting, so Asthma Friendly Schools and E11 Federal Child Nutrition Act Wellness Policy were not reviewed; these policies will be put on the agenda for November 12.

Leda’s Kitchen Menu for 10/30: Mulligatawny Soup + More

by LedaS | Food

It’s fall, which means it’s Mulligatawny Soup season! This dish is among my most requested. Additionally, I’m excited to feature two Ethiopian meals on the menu—dishes I haven’t prepared in quite some time—along with carne adovada to make tacos with to complete this diverse selection. Orders due Tuesday, October 28 at 7PM for pickup Thursday, October 30. Questions? Message me at ledaskitchen@gmail.com or 802-246-7592.

DORO WAT (An Ethiopian-style Chicken Stew) (GF, DF by request—contains ghee)
Free-range chicken simmered in a rich onion gravy, infused with a fragrant, deep red Ethiopian berbere spice blend.
$26 for 24oz container (2-3 servings)