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Register Now for VCRD's 2024 Leadership Summit
Registration has opened for the 2024 Vermont Community Leadership Summit: Forge Forward, Thrive Together! The event will take place on Tuesday, August 6, 9 AM – 4 PM, at Vermont State University in Randolph, Vermont. It is hosted by the Vermont Council on Rural Development (VCRD). Join hundreds of...
Westfield police seek public’s help in identifying shoplifting suspects
WESTFIELD — The Westfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two male suspects involved in a recent shoplifting incident at Ocean State Job Lot. According to authorities, the shoplifting occurred last week, but specific details regarding the date and time of the incident were...
Owners of Erica's American Diner reflect on last decade ahead of beloved diner's closing
FAIRFAX, Vt. — A popular Fairfax restaurant is closing its doors for good on Friday. Erica's American Diner broke the news to customers on social media, earlier this month, with the post garnering nearly 800 shares. Inside Erica's, you can hear the sizzle of stove tops, the smell of...
Sunnymede Farm Store wins summary judgement
On July 8, the Vermont Superior Court, Environmental Division, issued a summary judgement in favor of Sunnymede Farm’s application to construct a “farm store” on the former Lamb Farm property on Route 5 in Hartland. The judge and interested parties met at the proposed site and at...
Rutland Library, City Hall explore relocating together downtown
At Monday’s Board of Aldermen’s meeting, July 15, Mayor Michael Doenges unveiled a plan for the City of Rutland and Rutland Free Library to explore the possibility of co-locating at 88 Merchants Row, the Asa Bloomer Building. At 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, Doenges and Rutland Free Library...
Killington locals write a Hallmark movie
“A Very Vermont Christmas” will premiere on the Hallmark Channel, Saturday, July 20. One night about five years ago, Killington resident Steve Kent told his partner Pam Rice that she had seen so many Hallmark Channel Christmas movies that she should try writing one herself. That playful remark became a challenge to themselves to do just that. The result is the new Christmas movie “A Very Vermont Christmas” premiering on the Hallmark Channel on Saturday, July 20 at 8 p.m.
Man arrested after threatening family with gun in road rage incident on Cape Cod, police say
A man is facing a slew of criminal charges after police say he threatened a family with a gun during a suspected road rage incident on Cape Cod on Tuesday afternoon.
Colchester’s Bayside summer concert series to kick off with first show tomorrow
COLCHESTER — Colchester’s annual Bayside Park concert series is returning to town for the summer season starting tomorrow, with the first show to be held Thursday July 18. All concerts are held on Thursday evenings at Lower Bayside Park and begin at 7 p.m. with free admission and parking. The series’ host, Colchester Parks and Recreation, encourages attendees to bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner to enjoy live music on the lake.
Peacham picks up the pieces from flooding while grieving resident’s death
Last Wednesday night, South Peacham Brook became a raging river, and jumped course, sending water streaming down Governor Mattocks Road. John Mackenzie and his family escaped just before their home got cut off. Read the story on VTDigger here: Peacham picks up the pieces from flooding while grieving resident’s death.
Lost bicycle bag awaits owner at St. Johnsbury Barracks
WATERFORD — A mysterious bicycle bag without any identifying marks was turned in at the St. Johnsbury Barracks on July 16, after it was found on VT Route 18. Vermont State Police reported that the bag was dropped off around 2 p.m. and are now seeking the owner. The...
U.S. News & World Report praises UVM Network Hospitals
Three UVM Health Network Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report. Burlington, Vt- The University of Vermont Medical Center has been ranked the top Vermont hospital, and two other in-network hospitals have been recognized for high quality performance. The appraisal comes from U.S. News & World Report, which released...
Summer camp season in full swing across our region
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Swimming, walking and playing ball: that’s how a couple of dozen kids at the Greater Burlington YMCA Adventure Camp are spending their summer days. It’s a perfect way for Remy Silvestera, 9, to keep active. “Every day, I’m like, I never get any exercise....
Goddard College campus up for sale again, after deal with previous buyer collapses
In an email last week, the school said it aimed to close a deal on the Plainfield property by Aug. 15. Read the story on VTDigger here: Goddard College campus up for sale again, after deal with previous buyer collapses.
Burton Snowboard drops plans for Higher Ground to move into Burlington headquarters
Less than a week after the Vermont Supreme Court ruled in favor of the project, Higher Ground announced that Burton Snowboards has pulled out of plans for the music venue to move into the company’s Burlington headquarters. “Despite our extensive efforts and the strong support from many South End...
West Rutland School Rock Lab plays Seven to Sunset Series
Wednesday, July 17 at 7 p.m. – RUTLAND – High school contemporary musicians will take the stage in Main Street Park on Wednesday, July 17 when West Rutland School Rock Lab plays Rutland’s mainstay “Seven To Sunset” concert series. The performance caps off an exciting school year which included road gigs, drone-captured music videos, and even a grant bestowed by Vermont Governor Phil Scott.
Blue Jay Way performs in Fair Haven on July 18
Thursday, July 18 at 7 p.m. – FAIR HAVEN – Blue Jay Way will perform in Fair Haven for the Concerts in the Park series beginning at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 18. This rock and roll cover band will play popular music from the ’60’s through today’s hits. Concert goers will enjoy this great group made up of musicians that have been playing together for many years. The band began in 1974 when two Castleton State College freshmen got together to play. The band has now been together for five decades.
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