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From the Desk of Joshua Sherman , M . D .
History and tradition are undoubtedly key to Vermont ’ s appeal .
In these pages , we look at the University of Vermont ’ s student-run newspaper , The Cynic , which is celebrating its 140th anniversary this year .
In Literary Corner , we share the story of The Blue Benn Diner ’ s longtime owners , Sonny and Mary Lou Monroe .
And our INN Vermont feature showcases The Smith Family ’ s journey in updating the Rowell ’ s Inn , which dates back to 1826 .
But Vermont does not live in the past .
In VERMONT : A LOVE STORY , Margot Mayor introduces us to Brattleboro ’ s new Chief of Police , Norma Hardy .
And like the Stratton Community Foundation ( featured in our GIVING BACK section ), we look towards the future .
There is one constant , however : Vermont ’ s beauty .
Thank you to all of the remarkable photographers who shared their art with us — and congratulations to our Finalists and Winner ( Page 28 ).
Happy 2023 !
-Joshua
Joshua Sherman , M . D . C . E . O & Publisher , Old Mill Road Media
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Vermont Magazine ( ISSN 1044-940x ) is published four times per year in Summer , Fall , Holiday , and Winter by Old Mill Road Media , LLC , 316 Old Mill Road , East Arlington , VT 05252 802- 375-1366 . Subscription rates are $ 26.45 per year . Periodicals postage paid at Arlington , VT and at additional mailing offices . POSTMASTER : Send address changes to Vermont Magazine , P . O . Box 900 , Arlington , VT 05250 . Volume 35 , number 1 , WINTER 2023 . Copyright 2023 by Old Mill Road Media , LLC . All rights reserved . No part of this publication may be reprinted without written permission from the publisher . Editorial correspondence : P . O . Box 900 , Arlington , VT 05250 . Vermont Magazine assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts or photographs . Materials will be returned only if accompanied by a stamped , self-addressed envelope .
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