Mount Holly Newsflash: March 2021

Mount Holly Newsflash- Wednesday, March 31, 2021- morning edition

Mount Holly Newsflash - Wednesday, March 31, 2021 - Morning edition
The weather today in Mount Holly - Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. South wind 9 to 14 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Vermont Home Gardener

Mud Season Gardening

The deep snow has been replaced by slippery mud, a sure sign that spring is here! Suns shines a bit brighter and longer every day now, making our gardens irresistible on warmer days. But beware, don't be tempted to get too ambitious just yet, but there several jobs that can be done before digging any soil. Hidden deep in all that messy leaf litter in your gardens are many overwintering beneficial creatures that need a little more time before they awaken and get to work. Let them have this time and wait until we pass the freezing nights before clearing up those beds. It's best that wet soil should not be disturbed just yet. Let the water drain and dry out for another week or two before digging anywhere. Even walking across a squishy lawn now is hard on the soil and roots. Still, there are plenty of mud season jobs that can be done now so let's get started!

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Mount Holly Newsflash- Tuesday, March 30, 2021- morning edition

Mount Holly Newsflash - Tuesday, March 30, 2021 - Morning edition
The weather today in Mount Holly - Sunny. Highs in the upper 50s. South winds around 10 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph this afternoon.
Archived Newsflash emails can be read at: https://mthollynewsflash.blogspot.com

Don't forget you have the opportunity to make your opinion known to us!

The Mount Holly Conservation Commission, formed by the Selectboard, is looking to identify the natural, recreational, and cultural resources that are important to you and others who live in or visit our community. This information will help us to provide recommendations that are beneficial to you and our town.

The survey will only take a moment and your answers are anonymous. We value your opinion. This survey can be accessed at the link below or will be available in print at the Town Office and Belmont General Store:

https://poll.castleton.edu/mtholly

The deadline for completing the survey is Friday, April 9, so please share your thoughts.

With appreciation,

Mount Holly Conservation Commission

Mount Holly Newsflash- Monday, March 29, 2021- morning edition

Mount Holly Newsflash - Monday, March 29, 2021 - Morning edition
The weather today in Mount Holly - A slight chance of snow showers before 9am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 39. West wind 2 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 51 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.
Archived Newsflash emails can be read at: https://mthollynewsflash.blogspot.com

The Mount Holly Chit Chat is available here for download

Black River Good Neighbor Services: Your Community Food Shelf

As a longstanding local, nonprofit organization, Black River Good Neighbor Services is all about serving community. If you live in Ludlow, Mt. Holly, Belmont, Cavendish, Proctorsville or Plymouth we are your community's resource for food and more.

The food shelf provides individuals and families with an abundance of fresh produce, vegetables, meat, bread, frozen foods and more, and can be used twice a month. Signup is quick and easy-all can be done confidentially over the phone. Pickup is offered safely outside.

Several food programs are available through BRGNS food shelf. As a USDA Program provider, folks can pick up full bags of food including fresh fruit, vegetables and eggs, twice a month. A network member of the Vermont Food Bank, the food shelf participates in the federal nutrition program entitled "Commodities Supplemental Food Program" that offers free monthly boxes of food filled with canned fruits and vegetables, juice, cereal, pasta, cheese, shelf-stable milk and canned meats.

A relatively new food program, "Everyone Eats" is now being offered. Local restaurants prepare meals to go that are handed out from the food shelf every Wednesday from 10 AM – noon. This program has been a huge success and continues to grow. It is available for all of our community members (Ludlow, Mt. Holly, Belmont, Cavendish, Proctorsville and Plymouth).

And, as always, financial assistance is available through Black River Good Neighbor Services. Help with rent, utilities, and heating and disaster relief assistance are all included.

Your community supports these services. Please help spread the word to those who may need a helping hand, an extra meal, or ongoing assistance with weekly groceries. The food shelf may be reached at 802-228-3663.

March 27, 2021

CONTACT:
Jill Jesso-White
jjwhite@chcrr.org
(802) 855-2097

Bradley Berryhill, MD Named 2021 Outstanding Clinician
Community Health Chief Medical Officer Honored by Bi-State Primary Care Assoc.

Rutland -- Bradley Berryhill, MD, Community Health's Chief Medical Officer, has been awarded the 2021 Outstanding Clinician Award from the Bi-State Primary Care Association for his tireless dedication to patients, staff and colleagues.

"Dr. Berryhill is a true warrior on the front lines and a Samaritan for our community," said Community Health CEO Don Reuther. "No words could be more accurate. Thank you, Brad, and congratulations."

Dr. Berryhill led Community Health's COVID-19 efforts with compassion and skill, setting a course for Vermont's largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) to remain open and accessible to patients throughout the pandemic. In addition to overseeing clinical operations for the health network's seven practice facilities, Dr. Berryhill serves as the medical director for three skilled nursing facilities and maintains a primary care practice.

Dr. Berryhill joined the health care network in 2004 as medical director. A 1986 graduate of State University of New York Upstate, he completed his residency at St. Joseph's Hospital Medical Center in Syracuse and received a master's degree in health care policy and administration from Harvard University in 2006.

Dr. Berryhill and other honorees for the Bi-State Primary Care Association awards were nominated by a jury of their peers for their "exceptional leadership and significant contribution to improving access to health care and food resources during the long first year of the COVID-19 pandemic."

A live virtual awards ceremony will be streamed on Bi-State's website on May 19, 2021.

All Community Health locations are open and accepting patients. For more information about Community Health and updates on COVID, check our website (www.chcrr.org).

Community Health is Vermont's largest FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Center), a network of primary care, pediatric, behavioral health, dental and pharmacy services with offices in Rutland, Brandon, Castleton, West Pawlet and Shoreham. Community Dental offices are located in Rutland and Shoreham, Community Health Pediatrics is in Rutland and Behavioral Health services are available at all of our locations. Community Health Express Care centers, open seven days a week, are located at the Rutland and Castleton Community Health Centers.

The mission of Community Health (Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region) is to improve the health and wellness of all people in the communities we serve by providing access to excellent medical and dental primary care regardless of any financial consideration.

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