Brattleboro Senior Meals August 31 thru September 4
Aug. 31 Chicken Alfredo
Stewed Tomatoes
Broccoli
Peaches
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Brattleboro Senior Meals Needs Drivers
Brattleboro Senior Meals has an urgent need for Meals on Wheels drivers. Please contact: Cynthia Fisher the Director of Senior Meals at 802 2578-1236 or director@brattleboroseniormeals.org.
Thank you in advance for of our MOW drivers. Because you bring food and kindness to some of the most vulnerable homebound citizens in Brattleboro, West Brattleboro, Vernon, Guilford and Dummerston.
Why Canada?
Until the Trump era, Canada and the U.S. enjoyed an excellent relationship on many levels. When Trump suggested that Canada become the 51st state he insulted the entire country and the U.S. ended up losing a lot of money in the tourist trade. Things were starting to get a little better this summer until the orange maniac went after Canada again.
His new assault started with a warning to Canadian Prime Minster Mark Carney to stop sending smoke from wildfires to the U.S. That only reinforced Canadian perceptions that Trump is a candidate for involuntary committal to a mental health facility.
Late Summer Cooking at Leda’s Kitchen
Hello Food Lovers,
On the menu at Leda’s Kitchen this week:
LOCAL TOMATO, BASIL & BELL PEPPER CHICKEN: Free-range chicken simmered with local tomatoes, green bell peppers, chilies, and fresh basil. A dish that can only be made in summer with the best of Vermont’s produce.
Brattleboro Senior Meals August 24 thru August 28
Aug. 24 Hot Dog on a Bun
Pasta Salad
Carrot Salad
Tropical Fruit
Keeping Warm Will Cost More
As we approach the 22nd year of the Windham County Heat Fund people will find it harder to be able to afford to keep warm this winter. The price of fuel has been directly affected by the actions of a deranged president who started a war to divert attention from his actions as a pedophile in the Epstein scandal.
The average price of home heating fuel in Vermont this week is $4.60 gallon with a range of $4.59 to $5.50. Prices have increased 18.1 percent over the past six weeks and they show no sign of going down. That means that 150 gallons of home heating fuel will cost at least $688.50. It also means that for the lowest income people among us, heating their homes will mean difficult priority decisions.
Saag Paneer & Mango Lassi at Leda’s Kitchen this week
Hello Food Lovers,
On the menu at Leda’s Kitchen this week:
SAAG PANEER: 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. Mild.
Brattleboro Senior Meals – August 17 thru August 21
Aug. 17 Teriyaki Chicken
Roasted Potatoes
Peas & Onions
Blueberry Crisp
The Lazarus Effect
Just when Red Sox fans were beginning to realize that this season was going to be a bad one for the home team something of a sports miracle happened. Their record before July was 37-48, meaning their win percentage was a depressing .434. Then something happened.
It all started in April when Red Sox manager Alex Cora and a bunch of other personnel were fired. Chad Tracy, the manager of the triple A Worcester Red Sox was hired and things didn’t change quickly as the Sox continued on their miserable slump.
Then in July the resurrection began as the Sox had a record of 21-4, the best in the franchise’s storied history. As I write today their record is 64-53, or .547 and they are only seven games behind the American League leading Tampa Rays.
Brattleboro Senior Meals August 10 thru August 14
Aug. 10 Pesto Chicken w/Pasta
Mixed Veggies
Yellow Squash
Apple
Vermont Needs A New Governor
Governor Phil Scott needs to retire as Vermont’s governor. Five two-year terms is enough. His ideas have become outdated and his approach to problem solving does not seem to be working for the benefit of a majority of Vermonters.
When Scott was first elected I was fearful that he didn’t know enough about health care issues to be able to move the state forward. My fears were realized and he still seems to be locked into the position that the private market is the way to go to improve access and affordability to health care. How’s that working out Governor?
Luckily we have two extremely capable candidates running as Democrats to defeat Scott. Amanda Janoo and Aly Richards both have work credentials that make it clear they are able to tackle some of the state’s most difficult problems and to develop fresh new approaches. The Vermont primary is August 11 and Democratic voters have an excellent but difficult choice to make.
Brattleboro Senior Meals August 3 thru August 7
Aug. 3 Chef Salad
Beet Salad
Tomato Basil Salad
Banana
July 2026 Precipitation Report
July was quite a dry month right up until the end. On the 28th my total was 2.22″ but the month ended with 4.80 inches, greater than the NOAA normal of 4.28″. The drought monitor has only a tiny sliver of Vermont in any kind of drought and that should go away with the next report. Year to date my total is 24.58″ compared to the NOAA normal for this date of 26.41 inch. About 93% of the average.
Across Vermont the monthly totals range from a low of 1.7″ in north central Vermont to over ten inches in southern Bennington County. That area received more rain from the month ending storm. There were towns just north of here that also received inches more rain than the 2.58″ measured over 3 days at my gauge.
Agnes Mikijaniec on “Here We Are”
AGNES MIKIJANIEC is held in high esteem by patients and her fellow providers at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital where she is an Oncology/Cancer Care APRN. She is known for her compassion, candor, and expertise. Agnes is a hero to many.
An Elusive Treatment Plan
Should a municipality use its taxing ability to help bale out a local non-profit hospital?
That is a question that voters in Brattleboro may face if the selectboard’s plans go forward. At a recent selectboard meeting there was a unanimous vote to look into holding a special town meeting to vote on creating a one-time tax, of an undetermined amount, to help the financially troubled Brattleboro Memorial Hospital.
The selectboard’s intentions are good. The hospital board recently announced a plan to close its birthing center in the next six to 12 months. Town government and other organizations quickly rallied to work on a strategy to save the birthing center as it is projected to cause a $4.8 million deficit next year.
Brattleboro Senior Meals – July 27 thru July 31
July 27 Stuffed Shells
Green Beans Casserole
Garlic Bread
Mandarin Oranges
Brattleboro Senior Meals – July 20 thru July 24
July 20 Cheeseburger
Potato Salad w/Veggies
Chopped Salad
Brownie
Saving Our Hospital
Our small community hospital is facing unprecedented financial problems. Sadly, this is a common problem throughout our country. Small hospitals close and a community is left to drive hours and many miles for health care. Our community is fighting to keep our Brattleboro, Vermont hospital open while difficult decisions have to be made.
Most recently, the hospital board decided to close its birthing center because it loses too much money. Projected losses over the next year are over $4 million while facing an overall deficit of $14 million.
This Week at Leda’s Kitchen (Paneer Butter Masala, Ghee Masala Chicken Curry, and more)
“I absolutely loved the Railways Beef Curry. I think it was my favorite. But I say that every week!” –John U.
Hello Food Lovers,
Note that I’m taking orders this week and next week I’ll be away . . . back July 30.
On the menu:
Brattleboro Senior Meals – July 13 thru July 17
July 13 BBQ Meatballs
Roasted Potatoes
Mixed Veggies
Fruit Parfait
