Learn How to Stay Safe on the Internet: A Free Community Event

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READSBORO, Vt. — On Oct. 15 at 5:30 p.m., there will be a presentation titled "Staying Safe on the Internet," hosted by DVFiber and AARP.

This event will take place at the Parish Hall at St. Joachim Catholic Church, 342 Tunnel St, Readsboro. The program is free and open to the public.

During this informative session, attendees will learn critical strategies to safeguard their personal information from scams and fraud. Alan Baker, AARP representative and former member of the DVFiber Governing Board, will cover three key areas:

  • Privacy, Security, and Identity Theft: Attendees will learn how legitimate companies and criminal organizations collect, share, and exploit personal information. Leave with practical advice on minimizing risks and avoiding identity theft.

  • Scammers’ Methods: This segment will delve into the tactics employed by scammers who attempt to defraud individuals through phone calls, messages, websites, and social media. Participants will gain valuable insights into recognizing and countering these deceptive practices.

  • Safeguarding Your Online Credentials: Alan will share best practices for creating, storing, and securely entering online credentials to prevent unauthorized access to personal accounts. 

 

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Companion Corner: Orion Still at Second Chance Animal Shelter

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff

GOOD NEWS: Orion has been adopted!

ARLINGTON, Vt. — Orion's had a hard live and he's been patiently waiting a very long time for his forever home.

 
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
 
Orion is a 7- to 8-year-old pit bull mix who has been at Second Chance Animal Shelter since 2021. He was featured last August but still hasn't found a home. 
 
Shelter Manager Troy Quinn said Orion came to them from animal control after experiencing neglect.
 
"He was found by animal control on a property, tied to a tree, no shelter, no food or water. He was severely emaciated, very sick, very skinny, very weak. Brought him in, he tested positive for heartworm," Quinn said.
 
Once they rescued him, got rid of his heartworm, and got him up to normal weight, his silly and active side came out.
 
"He is a giant goofball. Loves to run, loves to play very rough house, loves to chew on his toys. Stuffed toys in particular, he just immediately shreds them," Quinn said. 
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