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Image courtesy Hotchkiss Library of Sharon
The Hotchkiss Library of Sharon has received Historic District Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals approval for what Executive Director Gretchen Hachmeister calls “a modest expansion and a comprehensive restoration of our historic interior. The project, most importantly, will make the library handicapped accessible.” After clearing t
Sharon Aububon Center’s Education Program Manager Wendy Miller continues to bring informative wildlife demonstrations to residents, even online. Photo submitted
SHARON — Wendy Miller, education program manager at the Sharon Audubon Center, was recently recognized as the COEEA (Connecticut Outdoor and Environmental Education Association) 2021 Environmental Educator of the Year.
Many Tri-state garden centers remained open through the winter, or opened for the 2021 season on March 20. Chris and Sarah Coon, in the photo above, opened Paley’s Farm Market in Sharon earlier than expected, because of the warm weather last week. Photo by Cynthia Hochswender
SHARON — There will still be snow, of course, but spring is officially here and with it comes the opening of area garden centers — many of whom opened for business on that first spring day, Saturday, March 20.
Wendy Miller, Audubon education program manager, explained how 40 gallons of sap is needed to produce 1 gallon of maple syrup. Maple sap season is peaking now. Photo by Hunter O. Lyle
SHARON — Sharon’s Audubon Center opened to visitors for the first time in a year, for the annual Maple Fest.
SHARON — When Miriam Jones relocated to the Northwest Corner from Washington State to be with family following the death of her husband six years ago, she wasn’t sure at the time whether it was the right move.
SHARON — Following several budget workshops, the Board of Selectmen approved their proposed 2021-22 town budget plans at their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 9, conducted in person at Town Hall for the elected officials and by Zoom for the public.
SHARON — The restaurant space in Sharon’s shopping plaza has been vacant for nearly two years, but is now home to Le Gamin, serving traditional French café and bistro food.
SHARON — The selectmen heard a report about the plan to install granite curbing along the Main Street side of the town Green, at their regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 23.
SHARON — In an ongoing effort to anticipate town equipment replacement needs, the Sharon selectmen discussed the current need to replace a 20-year-old loader at their regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 9, after hearing a report from Board of Finance member Bob Duncan.
SHARON — The state Office of Health Strategies held a public hearing online on Tuesday, Feb. 16, about a request from Nuvance, owner of the hospital network that includes Sharon Hospital, to change the condition regarding the hospital’s board of directors.
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