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Thu, 04/22/2021 - 3:00pm meganj
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John Flowers MIDDLEBURY’S JANE STEELE has distinguished herself as one of the community’s most dedicated volunteers, providing critical support at Round Robin and the Charter House Coalition’s warming shelter. She was also a driving force behind creation of Middlebury’s dog park.
Independent photo/John Flowers
It’s great having someone here who’s always checking in … Jane asks how I’m feeling every day. Having that (compassion) around me has been a huge help. She saved my life. a shelter resident
MIDDLEBURY Folks planning for retirement typically map out activities and bucket lists for their golden years.
Thu, 01/21/2021 - 2:26pm meganj
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John Flowers A HOMELESS WOMAN camped out next to the Middlebury Police Department from Jan. 12-13 in an episode that local officials say epitomizes a local gap in services for homeless, mentally ill individuals.
Photo courtesy of Middlebury Police
There’s a lack of supportive or emergency housing for chronically homeless folks. This situation creates more transience, because people have to travel wherever there’s a bed; it takes them away from their natural (support system). Marian Greenberg, CSAC
MIDDLEBURY Folks walking past the Middlebury police station off Seymour Street during the night of Jan. 12-13 caught an unusual and disturbing sight. A woman camped out in a snow bank, just a few feet away from warmth, nourishment and companionship.