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Essex Residents Achieve Eagle Scout Rank

Essex residents Jeremy Brennan, Samuel Evans, Jacob Lemieux, Drew Marcotte, Benjamin Slattery, Spencer Slattery, and Timothy Yandow were honored with a resolution after achieving the rank of Eagle…

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Nominating Petitions

Nominating petitions for the 2019 Annual Village and School Meetings are now available.

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Why Essex? “The Tell-Tale Farce”

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Bicycling in the Village Survey

In February 2019, the Village of Essex Junction submitted an application to renew our bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community status. To help the League gain a better understanding of local…

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Why Essex? Mark BBQ

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Essex High School Student Wins Sanders Essay Contest

 A freshman from Essex High School has won Sen. Bernie Sanders' ninth annual State of the Union essay contest.

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Why Essex? Black Knight Anime, Games & More

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place.

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Why Essex? The Art of Alexander Gustafson

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Defend Our Drains!

Did you know that “flushable wipes” are not really what they claim to be?

Anything other than human waste and toilet paper can clog our sewage system and costs ratepayers money to be removed.  

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Point-In-Time Count of Those Experiencing Homelessness

The annual point-in-time count of those who are experiencing homelessness in Chittenden County will occur January 23-24.

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Essex Police Department Facebook Page

The Essex Police Department is now on Facebook!

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Why Essex? Essex Junction Lions Club

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Officer Kurt Miglinas Honored

Founders honored Essex Police Department Officer Kurt Miglinas, who is retiring after 35 years!

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Why Essex? Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Snow on Sidewalks

The Village Public Works Department would like to remind all residents not to snow blow or shovel snow into the sidewalk or roadway.

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Coffee Chat with Evan

On Tuesday, January 15 from 10-11 AM Unified Municipal Manager Evan Teich will hold a Coffee Chat for the 50+ community.

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Former Essex Police Chief Confirmed as US Marshall

The U.S. Senate confirmed retired Essex Police Chief Brad LaRose as Vermont’s next U.S. Marshal.

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Why Essex? Reboot Coaching

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Christmas Tree Pickup

Residents of the Town and Village will again have the opportunity to recycle their Christmas trees after the holiday season.

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Why Essex? George Murtie

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Why Essex? Artisan Dessert Co.

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Why Essex? Essex Experience

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@essexjunction.org.

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Everest Market Earns New Hope Award

The Crystal Family New Hope award is presented annually to new Americans in partnership with the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity. This year, two winners were selected through the CVOEO…

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Why Essex? Essex Holiday Fair

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Fundraiser for the Lumumba/Lushima Family

The Essex Community Justice Center is sponsoring a fundraising event for a family in Essex who really need the support from, and connection to, their community during this holiday season.  

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Santa Arrives at the Fire Station

Santa will be at the Essex Junction Fire Station on Saturday, December 1st from 10 AM-2 PM. 

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Why Essex? Purple Sage Salon

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Trump Nominates Former Essex Police Chief as Vermont US Marshal

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Thursday advanced the nomination of retired Essex Police Chief Brad LaRose to be Vermont’s next U.S. Marshal.

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Why Essex? Tropical Fish Club

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Essex Resident Appointed to Occupational Safety and Health Review Board

Governor Phil Scott has announced that Essex resident Mark Gregoritsch has been appointed to the State Occupational Safety and Health Review Board. 

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Indian Brook Swimming Area Closed

Indian Brook swimming area is closed until further notice due to the possibility of Cyanobacteria in the water.

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Why Essex? Essex Area Senior Center

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Presidential Proclamation Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Thousand Oaks, California

All flags will be at half-staff until November 10.

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Community Conversation - It Takes a Village: Voices for Equity and Belonging

On Saturday, December 1, Voices for Education is hosting an opportunity for a diverse group of community members to come together to share their experiences and challenges living and working in our…

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Why Essex? CTE Cosmetology Program

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Presidential Proclamation Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

All flags will be at half-staff until October 31.

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Why Essex? Howard Center Community Outreach Team

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Survey on Use of 111 West Street

Please take this survey on the use of state-owned property at 111 West Street. 

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Why Essex? Sweet Clover Market

Why Essex? is a weekly(ish) column highlighting the people and places that make Essex an interesting and special place. Have an idea for the column? E-mail Darby Mayville at darby@ essexjunction.org.

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Phosphorus Innovation Challenge Grant Program

The Village of Essex Junction Wastewater Treatment Facility was recently awarded a $45,000 grant from the state of Vermont Phosphorus Innovation Challenge program.

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