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New owners, familiar faces, take helm at Waybury Inn
EAST MIDDLEBURY — Chas Lyons was a longtime customer of East Middlebury’s historic Waybury Inn. His wife, Halina, used to work there. Now they own it — together with business partner and Waybury Inn chef Tony Petri. “It’s nice to continue the legacy that is the Waybury...
THEATER REVIEW: The world premiere of ‘True Art’ plays at the Dorset Theatre Festival through Sept. 7
Dorset Theatre Festival in Dorset, Vt. Written by Jessica Provenz, directed by Michelle Joyner. Jodi Dean, like so many intelligent, successful women, has reached a point in her career where, having been passed over many times for that major promotion, frustration requires certain perquisites. Her shot has come with the acquisition of a newly discovered masterpiece by artist Leonardo DaVinci. The Metropolitan Museum of Art takes the bait in this world-premiere production of Jessica Provenz’s new play “True Art,” now on stage at the Dorset Theatre Festival in Dorset, Vt. The world is thrilled by the opportunity to see DaVinci’s Leda and the Swan, all except Jodi’s new temp, Lauren Sanders, who suspects its authenticity.
As organization evolves, Vermont Folklife to sell Warren House
MIDDLEBURY — Vermont Folklife officials have confirmed a buyer for the nonprofit’s headquarters — the historic John Warren House at 88 Main St. in Middlebury — and hope to close on a deal with the yet-to-be-revealed purchaser this fall. John Barstow, director of development at Vermont...
Vermont high school football: Results, scores, stats from Week 1
See below for live score updates during opening weekend of the 2024 Vermont high school football season, and check back later for final scores, stats and game details. The new gridiron campaign kicks off Thursday, with U-32 revisiting reigning Division II state champion North Country. Then nine matchups are slated for Friday night...
SVMC Celebrates Opening of New $31M Emergency Department
BENNINGTON, Vt. — There was one theme that stood out on Thursday as the ribbon was cut on Southwestern Vermont Medical Center's new $31 million Emergency Department: Community. A community that came together to raise funds, to provide critical input, and to continue to serve patients during three years...
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center ER officially opens
Vermont Business Magazine Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) Thursday joined Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) in Bennington for the ribbon cutting and celebration of its newly modernized emergency department. The Southwestern Vermont Medical Center’s (SVMC) Kendall Emergency Department, Stout Thomson Waiting Area and Outpatient Registration along with the Richard and Pamela Ader Foundation Lobby and the Jackie and Tony Marro Café includes renovations to expand emergency services and care to Bennington and nearby communities. The project was a three-year undertaking.
Twin Valley girls look to stay strong all game, all season long
WHITINGHAM- The Twin Valley girls’ varsity soccer team has a new slogan, “80 minutes strong.” That saying was plastered across the backs of practice shirts the girls wore earlier this week, meant to signify the team’s attitude toward how they will finish games this fall. “We...
Hungry Lion bike tour returns next month
WHITINGHAM - The 13th Hungry Lion Bike Tour, sponsored by the Deerfield Valley Lions, will be held on Saturday, September 28. The beautiful Town Hill will be the event base. This fall foliage cycling tour has become a favorite in New England and includes five different rides for cyclists of all abilities, from a short 5-mile loop to a 75-mile challenge. Walkers are also welcome to choose between two- or five-mile routes.
Historical Society remembers Mountain Mills 100 years later
WILMINGTON - This month marked the conclusion of a yearlong commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the flooding of Mountain Mills. The commemoration, led by the Historical Society of Wilmington, comprised numerous site visits around town related to the once-thriving community that ceased to exist in 1924 when the New England Power Company flooded it to create the Harriman Reservoir.
Place your bids on these ‘sweet’ chairs
Sweet Charity in Vergennes has a unique auction going on now until Aug. 30. Inspired by their own name perhaps, or the abundance of chairs in their store, they are auctioning custom chairs refurbished by their own volunteers — a “Sweet Chair-ity” event. We’re glad you’re interested...
Building St. Peter’s: An exhibit and history talk at Bixby
It’s a sesquicentennial celebration! The Bixby Library will host an exhibit and talk to honor the building of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Vergennes. Vergennes Historical Society Director, Susan Ferland will present a history talk on Thursday, Sept. 5, from 5-6:30 p.m., when she will explore the changing landscape of the Little City and the congregation over the last 150 years.
VTSU Lyndon soccer teams to kick off the season with Labor Day doubleheader
Lyndonville, VT - The Vermont State University Lyndon men's and women's soccer teams will open the 2024 season on Monday when they host a doubleheader with Paul Smith's College. The women will start things off with an 11:00 am kickoff, with the men to follow immediately afterward. Zach Blaser, a...
ARC honors Clinton Co. first responders at heroes' field day
PLATTSBURGH | The Advocacy and Resource Center of Clinton County (ARC) held a special event Aug. 28 to honor area first responders. A Guns N Hoses heroes' field day gave community a chance to see firsthand some of the tactics used in emergency response. Hundreds came to meet fire and rescue personnel, law enforcement officers, emergency medical techs and many others who rush in to help when danger threatens.
Man shot dead by police on Piscataqua River Bridge identified; names of his slain wife, 8-year-old son also shared
KITTERY, Maine — Authorities in Maine and New Hampshire are identifying the man who wasshot and killed by state troopers on the Piscataqua River Bridge early Thursday morning. Officials are also sharing the names of the man's wife, who was found dead in their New Hampshire home, and the...
Woman charged with theft at CVS Berlin faces multiple active arrest warrants
Berlin, VT. – A 33-year-old woman was arrested near CVS on Thursday after leaving the store with unpurchased items. Ashley Larrow left the store in a vehicle spotted by police. Officers conducted a traffic stop on Larrow and took her into custody. Larrow had three active warrants out for...
Madison Carrig pleads guilty to embezzlements
Vermont Business Magazine The United States Attorney’s Office in Burlington announced that Madison Carrig, 30, of Whitehall, New York, pleaded guilty today in United States District Court in Burlington to two counts of access device fraud. Chief Judge Christina Reiss released Carrig on conditions pending sentencing, which is scheduled for January 3, 2025.
Luxury Home of the Week: A 12k-square-foot contemporary farmhouse in Vermont
The crown jewel of the property is the dramatic post-and-beam barn, which shows off a two-story stone fireplace set between floor-to-ceiling glass. This Luxury Home of the Week pick merges farmhouse flair with contemporary style in Cornwall, Vermont. Located just 2 miles from Middlebury, Vermont, 1515 Cider Mill Road sits...
Field Days dairy conformation results
SPRING CALF Ayrshire: 1. IBG Genetics Ringer Oasis, Normandie Cesario; 2. Dandelion, Boston Wilbur. Brown Swiss: 1. Perry Brook Crazy Maisie 14463, Huxton Joyal; 2. Cher-Mi Rastarokt Jenis ET, Amelia Tudhope; 3. IBG Genetics T Shake-n-Bake, Isabella Wi …. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand that...
Vermont Chamber of Commerce Announces 2024 Manufacturing Summit
The Vermont Chamber of Commerce has announced the reimagined 2024 Manufacturing Summit scheduled for November 13-14, 2024, at the recently renovated Hotel Champlain in Burlington, Vermont. With the theme of “Resilience by Design,” this year’s Manufacturing Summit will be the premier event for industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to explore...
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