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🌱 Creditors notified regarding the estate of William J. McKenzie of Colchester.
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In today's newsletter:
- Creditors notified regarding the estate of William J. McKenzie of Colchester.
- Colchester bowler Terry Slingerland shines on Day 1 in Wisconsin.
Also on today's calendar: Community Meal – Colchester (Rec Center) and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 85 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• State of Vermont, Superior Court, Probate Division, Chittenden Unit, Docket No. 25-PR-04346 (sevendaysvt.com) — Creditors of the late William J. McKenzie of Colchester have four months from the August 5 publication date to submit written claims against his estate. Claims must be sent to executor David C. Carter in South Hero, with a copy to Chittenden Probate Court in Burlington. 
• Standout performances highlight Day 1 of 2026 USBC Senior Championships (bowl.com) — Colchester’s own Terry Slingerland made a strong showing at the USBC Senior Championships in Green Bay, posting a 716 total to sit second in the women’s 55–59 division after Day 1. More than 370 senior bowlers now head into a second qualifying block before championship rounds begin Friday.
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Community Meal – Colchester (Rec Center) →
Colchester Recreation Center, 80 Dick Mazza Dr, Colchester
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Summer Storytime →
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Natural Dyes Workshop →
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Friday August 7
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