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The early years of Shelburne Shipyard

The Shelburne Shipyard has a very old and interesting history. Shelburne resident, Jerry Aske, has lived some of this history, and is willing to share his knowledge for our readers. This is the first in a two-part series about Shelburne Shipyard. Part one consists of the early history which was researched by Aske and Gardiner Lane. Part two of the Shelburne Shipyard series will discuss the Aske family history of Shelburne Shipyard.

 

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High turnout for primary voting

At the Statewide Primary Election on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 38 percent or 1,872 of the 4,909 registered voters in Shelburne cast their ballots. Of this number, 602 were absentee votes. At the last primary, held in September of 2008, only 9 percent or 505 votes were cast. In 2008, 176 of those votes were sent in as absentee ballots.   Shelburne Official Primary Results

 

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People of Shelburne - Amy and David Southworth

This week we are featuring a couple as the "person" of Shelburne. Amy and David Southworth have lived in town since 1991, and have taught at SCS even longer. So here is a look at two more teachers from town, in one article!

 

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Plenty of things to celebrate at Shelburne Day

 

What started six years ago as a means for Shelburne businesses to promote themselves, has grown into a Town-wide celebration. Saturday's Shelburne Day proved to be just that. The event was again organized by the Shelburne Business and Professional Association (SBPA). And again the day was filled with sunshine and bright smiles from residents and visitors alike as they strolled among vendor tables that also included the Farmers Market stands.

 

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"Father of Vermont Gymnastics" inducted into Hall of Fame

 

Mention the name "Dunkley" in Vermont, and the word "gymnastics" immediately comes to mind. That is because of Tom Dunkley's passionate commitment to the sport, a passion that began during his college years at Springfield College in Springfield, Mass, following his return from World War II. In a special ceremony next month, Dunkley will travel from his home in Shelburne to the induction ceremony at Springfield College's Athletic Hall of Fame.

 

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