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Everything Vermont high school football: Here is your one-stop shop for the 2024 season
The Burlington Free Press will keep you updated on everything to do with Vermont high school football this season. From preseason coverage and player watch lists to scores and stats from each week this season, we have it all. ...
Vermont H.S. sports scores for Friday, Aug. 30: See how your favorite team fared
The 2024 Vermont high school fall season has begun. See below for scores, schedules and game details (statistical leaders, game notes) from soccer, field hockey, volleyball, golf and cross-country running. To report scores: Coaches or team representatives are asked to report results ASAP after games by emailing sports@burlingtonfreepress.com. Please submit with a name/contact number. ...
Woodbury man arrested for domestic assault, other charges
WOODBURY — Vermont State Police arrested a 41-year-old Woodbury man Thursday night on charges of domestic assault, interference with access to emergency services and unlawful mischief. Justin Brown was taken into custody after troopers responded to a report of a family fight on Dog Pond Road at 9:55 p.m....
Construction impacting businesses on Winooski's Main Street
WINOOSKI, Vt. — The Winooski Main Street Revitalization Project covers four blocks in the city. While the project aims to rejuvenate the area, many business owners say they're concerned about the impacts the construction is having on their business. Pany Senebouttarath, co-owner of Pho Dang Vietnamese Café, has been...
New play 'Act 39' personalizes end-of-life patient choices
GREENSBORO, Vt. — A longtime member of Vermont's performing arts community is unveiling his latest work, which he described as deeply personal. Rob Mermin, the founder of Vermont's renowned Circus Smirkus youth circus troupe, is debuting a new play he wrote and directed, called "Act 39." "People will be...
Furry fairgoers get a shearing
ESSEX JCT., Vt. (WCAX) - It was a shear delight for visitors at the Champlain Valley Fair Thursday at Livestock Barn. “I’ve got to see the sheep. I’m a weaver, so I got to keep track of all the wool,” said Mary Frye of Essex Junction. Professional...
Oliver Stone takes a bow in Middlebury
Celebrated film Director Oliver Stone already has four Academy Awards on his mantel. Now he’ll make some room for his first VTeddy Award, which he accepted this past weekend as one of several honorees at this year’s Middlebury New Film Festival. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable...
Hartland planners appeal farm store decision
The Hartland Planning Commission has argued that the store’s size, proximity to the village and competition with local retailers violated the town plan. Read the story on VTDigger here: Hartland planners appeal farm store decision.
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.
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