Disaster Recovery Loans Available

Posted on 09/08/2011 by The Plymouth Press

By: tbascom, reposted from Plymouth Recovery News
Posted on: September 7, 2011

Whether you rent or own your own home, own your own business, or own a small agricultural cooperative located in a declared disaster area, and are the victim of a disaster, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

Low-interest loans are available for Home Disaster, business Physical Disaster, and Economic Injury Disaster (business). Learn more by reading the SBA Fact Sheet.

For more information, or assistance, see Jill in the Recovery resource office at the old Plymouth elementary school.

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Pictures from the Flag Raising on Route 100 Today

Posted on 09/07/2011 by The Plymouth Press

Thanks to Jim Nielson for submitting these photos.

Flag Raising Ceremony on 9/7/11, Route 100, by Jim Nielsen

Flag Raising Ceremony on 9/7/11, Route 100, by Jim Nielsen

Flag Raising Ceremony on 9/7/11, Route 100, by Jim Nielsen

Flag Raising Ceremony on 9/7/11, Route 100, by Jim Nielsen

Flag Raising Ceremony on 9/7/11, Route 100, by Jim Nielsen

Flag Raising Ceremony on 9/7/11, Route 100, by Jim Nielsen

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Route 100 Open Again

Posted on 09/07/2011 by The Plymouth Press

Posted by Sue Poirer, 9/7/11, 7:05PM

The culvert has been installed and Rte 100 is re-opened to traffic.  That equates to being open (to our knowledge) from the junction with Rte 103 to the junction with Rte 4.

Also, the Flag Raising Ceremony as well as today’s town meeting was filmed and will be on LPCTV possibly tonight but definately tomorrow.  The town meeting addressing our transition from Emergency to Recovery team will also be filmed and posted on the same site either tomorrow night or Friday.

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Rte 100 closed at Muddy Brook/Pingree Flats – 9/7/11

Posted on 09/07/2011 by The Plymouth Press

Posted by Sue Poirier, 9/7/11, 3:42p

As you all know, Muddy Brook has been flowing over Rte 100 (Pingree Flats).  With the rain, the stream flow has become fast and deep and access to that area is also getting muddy.  The construction crews working are trying to put in a culvert to take care of that issue.  Traffic is temporarily closed north and south bound for a couple of hours in that area.

Please let others know of this issue.  I’ll send an email to you when this issue is resolved.  Thanks.

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More Irene Images – Plymouth Union

Posted on 09/07/2011 by The Plymouth Press

Photos from the Plymouth Union area by Don Kroitzsch courtesy of Plymouth Recovery News

Sunday – Monday, Aug. 28-29

Tuesday – Wednesday, Aug. 30-31

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“Rocky Road II” is Open!! Flag Raising Today at 2PM

Posted on 09/07/2011 by The Plymouth Press

Posted by Sue Poirier, 9:41AM, September 7

‘Rocky Road II’ is Open!!!! PLEASE join us at the flag raising ceremony today at 2:00 !  There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony as well.  Join us in celebrating the reuniting of our town and the renewed access to the outside world!

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FEMA News

Posted on 09/07/2011 by The Plymouth Press

Marji Graf, the Executive Director of the Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, received this note from Kysa George, introducing herself and explaining her role toward the Private Sector on behalf of FEMA. Business property owners should contact Ms. George.

FEMA Private Sector Liaison Contact Information

The Plymouth Recovery News website lists the FEMA-related links in its FEMA News section. Note: Sept. 27 is the Last Day to Register with FEMA. Miss the deadline and you will get no help from FEMA.

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Governor Shumlin Visit to Plymouth Cancelled

Posted on 09/06/2011 by The Plymouth Press

By: SPoirier posted on Plymouth Recovery News
Posted on: September 6, 2011

Governor Shumlin was scheduled to visit Plymouth this Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011 to view damages and speak with townspeople and town officials, however his visit was cancelled.

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Plymouth Road Notice – 9/6/11

Posted on 09/06/2011 by The Plymouth Press

By: SPoirier Posted on Plymouth Recovery News
September 6, 2011 6:34 am

Due to current weather conditions, Rocky Rd will be open only to emergency personnel and necessary road crew.  The wet weather has made the road more fragile than previous and also more difficult to drive on.  We apologize for the inconvenience but this is essential to maintain the safety of the town and to assist in quicker recovery.

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Community Supper Tuesday Night for Residents South of ‘Rocky Road’

Posted on 09/05/2011 by The Plymouth Press

This article is republished from Plymouth Recovery News, which is now LIVE at www.plymouthrecoverynews.com.

Tuesday Night Community Supper

Many folks are working hard all day, and fixing a good meal is not a high priority. So, Tina Verdrager and Margo Marrone will be cooking up a variety of food tomorrow to share with neighbors. In order to not create unnecessary travel on ‘Rocky Road,’ they are inviting town residents south of the Route 100 washout to stop at the Tyson church and partake of the meal, beginning at 6:30.

If you have something to share, that would be fine, but it certainly is not necessary. Set-up will start at 5:30. Margo and Tina hope that getting together will provide a much needed break for everyone, and an opportunity to just sit and chat.

NOTE: We previously published some incorrect information. We apologize for that. These are the confirmed details.

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