Welcome to the Town of Shoreham, established in 1761. Shoreham is a thriving lake-shore town lying on the outskirts of the growing communities of Burlington, Middlebury, and Rutland. It is halfway between Montreal, Canada, and Albany, N.Y., on New England’s west coast: the shore of Lake Champlain. Shoreham is primarily an agricultural community of orchards, dairy and niche farms, and numerous commercial endeavors, as well as an increasing number of smaller home-based businesses. Shoreham is also home to the “Fort Ti” Ferry, one of oldest ferries in the US, in continuous operation between Shoreham and Ticonderoga, N.Y., since 1788.
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The Addison County Independent
Quick takes...
- Rabies confirmed—A skunk from the Barnum Hill/74W area, near the Joe Hescock farm has been confirmed to have rabies. Residents are advised to watch for animals exhibiting peculiar behavior and to ensure their pets are up-to-date on rvbies vaccinations
- “Shoreham Uncovered”—2009 Calendars available. Town businesses bare all to support the Platt. Learn more...
- Potluck Community ThanksGiving Dinner—Nov. 27; Turkey provided, bring a pot to share! Call Judy Blake for more info, Read mnore on the Calendar
- Zoning ByLaws Vote—Australian ballot, Dec. 3, 10 to 7, Town Office. Download ByLaws (PDF) or get a copy at the Town Office. Absentee ballots available now
- Burn Permits—Permits are required—contact the Fire Warden the day of, or day before, the expected burn. Workdays: 897-5711; Eves. before 9:00PM, Mornings, after 6:00AM, Weekends: 897-5712; Fire Dept. response for un-permitted burns billed at $150/truck
- Town Office Holiday Closings— Nov. 27 & 28; Dec. 24–26; Jan. 1 & 2
- Open Position: Town Rep to Regional Planning Commission—The Town is in need of a volunteer with an interest in regional planning and the implications for Shoreham; contact the Town Clerk or a Selectboard member for more info.
Town Clerk: M,T,W,F 9-12, 1-4; closed Thurs.; 897-5841
Platt Library: M 11-7, W 2-7, Th 2-7, Sat 9-1:00; 897-2647
