“The Arlington Youth Group wishes to thank Front Porch Forum for helping to make our bottle drive such a success. We also thank all who donated bottles and cans for the collection! All proceeds go to assist the Arlington Food Shelf, Second Chance, or toward group t-shirts. Again, thank you.”
• Phil, Arlington FPF
Monthly Archives: June 2016
Charlotte gardeners donate flowers for graduation
Posted on Saturday, June 11, 2016 by Michael • No comments yet
“Eighth grade graduation night was spectacular! I was deeply moved by the obvious thoughtfulness and hard work that went into the food, decorations and creativity that made the graduates, CCS staff and parents feel so special. Thank you also to those community members who responded to Front Porch Forum and shared their beautiful flowers from their gardens that transformed the the gym and MPR into a vision of elegance! Well done Charlotters and thank you CCS!”
• Caroline, Charlotte FPF
Plant thieves prey on Burlington gardeners
Posted on Friday, June 10, 2016 by Michael • 2 comments
“Gee, this is a new one for me: someone stole a planted perennial plant out of my front yard yesterday or the day before. Pretty bad karma since people garden for all kind of positive reasons. On the slim chance you’re the thief and read this, please take care of this one, it was a favorite. Also, next time just stop by the house and I’ll probably give you a clipping to grow. I’m going to tell myself that maybe this was a plant rescue since I’ve gotten behind in my weeding.”
• Bill on Bradley St, posted on a Burlington neighborhood Front Porch Forum
“Someone dug up two lilies, two daffodils, and a dianthus from my front yard last night. Unbelievable. If I find you, I’m calling the police.”
• Megan on Bright St, posted on a Burlington neighborhood FPF
“I went out to work in my front garden today, and I noticed that one of my Coral Bell plants was missing. It appears to have been dug up and some of the dirt and mulch was replaced to cover the hole. I’m having a hard time figuring out why someone would do that, other than really wanting a new plant. I’m assuming that you wanted to make your yard more beautiful too and I really hope it was replanted in a lovely spotIn the future if you would really like a plant, knock on my door and ask me. I would be more than happy to divide one of my hostas for you. If you are reading this and you took my plant, I would be very grateful if you would return it.”
• Megan on Greene St, posted on a Burlington neighborhood FPF
“Grrrrr, plant thief in the night… A small white rosa rugosa was stolen from the hell strip (the land between the sidewalk and the street) in front of our house on N Prospect St last night. Whether the thief believed it belonged to the city or to me, it remains a theft. May the branches of my fragrant rose prick your conscience for some time to come.”
• Angie on N Prospect St, posted on a Burlington neighborhood FPF
Cute kitten back home in Craftsbury
Posted on Friday, June 10, 2016 by Michael • No comments yet
“Did you lose a kitten? She is a most beautiful white cat with a rust and grey saddle and three black stripes on one front leg… about seven inches long, fairly long hair… but quite boney… appeared on our doorstep last evening. We are feeding her and calling her Amber (please take her before i’m completely in love)… can’t have her inside (allergy)… too sweet for just a barn cat… please call if you’d like to come by and meet her.”
• Carol, Craftsbury FPF
“Kitty is back home… I love Front Porch Forum… had a lovely day with a pretty kitty and now she’s back home.”
• Carol, Craftsbury FPF, next day
Rather than phone book or Google search, FPF finds roofer fast
Posted on Thursday, June 9, 2016 by Michael • No comments yet
“It occurred to me how much I depend on Front Porch Forum. Phone books are pretty obsolete an not everyone has a website. Yesterday, we posted for a roofing quote. A LOCAL professional roofer came to the property today and gave us an estimate — less than 24 hours later!”
• Mary, Northfield FPF
Mother and three kids starting over… Middletown Springs neighbors rally to help
Posted on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 by Michael • 2 comments
“I work for a nonprofit agency, through DCF. We have a single mother with three children trying to start a new life for them in a safe neighborhood. She is doing all the right things, but she has no furniture (including no beds for any of them). If anyone is willing to donate furniture, she absolutely needs 3 twin beds (or mattresses) for the children, and could use a bed for herself, 3 dressers, and a couch. If you know of anyone, who might be able to help, please pass this along ASAP, as she is moving June 1. Thank you!”
• Tasha, Middletown Springs Front Porch Forum
“Dear Neighbors – Thank you so much to all of you who responded to the request for furniture… The response was overwhelming. I was amazed at how kind-hearted so many people are in this community, and in Rutland County. The family’s furnishing needs were met within 24 hours. There was an outpouring of sentiments of love and compassion for this person, who still remains anonymous. Some people were willing to part with things they were still saving. Others, who didn’t have furniture offered things like clothing for the kids, etc. It has been very difficult to respond to each email that came in. Since this family’s needs were met by such a great and timely out-pouring of generosity, in the future, I may post here for others, who are in need of help (especially the children). Thank you again so much for your giving hearts!”
• Tasha, Middletown Springs FPF a few days later
Underhill wood stackers get it done
Posted on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 by Michael • No comments yet
• Janet, Underhill FPF
“Many thanks from us, a shout out to Matt, Max, Justin, Noel, Cortland and Shane, and of course Front Porch Forum! Never seen the wood pile disappear so quickly, and stacked properly! Thank you! A job well done!”
• Janet, Underhill FPF a couple days later
Break-ins in Brattleboro; Morrisville teens stealing from parked cars
Posted on Monday, June 6, 2016 by Michael • No comments yet
“Break-in on Forest Street in the AM. Also, break-in on Acorn Lane sometime between 8:30 AM and 4 PM. Door jimmied and lots of cash stolen, as well as jewelry.”
• Scott, Brattleboro Front Porch Forum
“My husband and I were awaken Friday night to 2 juvenile males entering our cars. They grabbed wallets, check book and a few other worthless items. The police responded immediately and were lucky enough to track them down. All of our items were returned. The teens live right across from Joe’s Pond Road in Morrisville and wondered down to our neighborhood, about 1.5 miles away. I am sure we are not the only house they were attempting to steal from. We have learned our lesson to never leave our doors unlocked. If you live in this area and noticed anything missing Saturday you may want to contact the PD.”
• Jessica, Morrisville FPF
Stolen sign returned after thief called out on Cabot FPF
Posted on Monday, June 6, 2016 by Michael • No comments yet
“Looking for information about who stole the real estate sign off my property listing on Rt 232 in Marshfield just as you turn up the Groton State Forest Rd… I will offer a reward to whomever returns it to my office on Main St in Cabot. These are expensive to replace so I appreciate any help. You can also call me to pick it up if you know where it is.”
• Beth, Cabot FPF
“Thank you to the mystery caller who let me know my sign would be replaced today and it has been seen back where it belongs! Thank you for restoring my faith, sir, and thanks to Front Porch Forum!”
• Beth, Cabot FPF, next day after first posting
Duck-knapping in Weybridge; break-in in Westford; barn burglary in Warren
Posted on Monday, June 6, 2016 by Michael • No comments yet
“Within the past week, I had 5 pet ducks stolen from a fenced-in pen, and my neighbor had building material stolen from the back of his truck. These occured on Quaker Village Rd. Both items stolen were within 40 feet of our houses. They occurred on different nights between 9pm and 6am. I have a game recording video which I’ve sent for enhancement. We will find you thugs.”
• Mark, Weybridge Front Porch Forum
“My neighbor told us today that someone broke into their home and stole a few items. They wanted the rest of their neighbors on Woods Hollow Road to be on the look-out and let the state police know if you see something happening. They would have let us know themselves, but their internet device was stolen too.”
• Julie, Westford FPF
“Hi neighbors… just wanted to let everyone know that our barn was broken into… in broad daylight mid-day. They took a lot of valueable tools, air compressor, generator and many more items… We live on Rt 100 and our house is right next to the road. These thieves are very brave, but they won’t get back into our barn, but just to let everyone know that these thieves are brave.”
• Karen, Warren FPF
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