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THEATER REVIEW: ‘Native Gardens’ plays at the Dorset Theatre Festival through July 21
Dorset Theatre Festival in Dorset, Vt. Written by Karen Zacarías, directed by Tatyana-Marie Carlo. A good comedy is hard to find these days. This was the second one I saw in just a week. Unfortunately, there were so many errors in the Dorset Theatre production the effect of the show, which deals with ongoing social problems (a series of them), was weakened and the total effect was slightly less than satisfying. For instance, a tree on the set is constantly referred to as a very healthy oak, but the tree on stage was not an oak and its yellowed, frond-like leaves were not even remotely oak or healthy. Every time the tree is referred to, and my companion counted eight of them, a normal audience reaction was to look at the tree. It was very distracting being so peculiarly un-oak-like. Things like that can ruin a show.
Weston Theater Company to Present PIPPIN This Summer
Weston Theater Company takes audiences on a magical quest for the meaning of life in PIPPIN, playing at Weston’s Walker Farm Theater from July 24 - Aug 17. Unleash your imagination and join the company as they journey the world over to become extraordinary, stopping along the way in military glory, revolutionary fervor, and romantic bliss. With unforgettable songs such as "Corner of the Sky" and "Morning Glow" and amazing dance numbers, this classic musical will have you snapping your fingers and tapping your feet to its infectious score. PIPPIN reminds us that sometimes, simple joys are the most magical.
Cabot receives top honors at national and international competitions
Vermont Business Magazine Cabot received high marks from industry experts at not only the American Cheese Society but also at the International Cheese and Dairy Awards. "We are incredibly proud to see our cheese and butter at the top of the winners' lists in these competitions,” said Jason Martin, SVP, Operations. “These achievements belong to our entire team, from the farmers who supply the milk, to our dedicated production crew, and our diligent supply chain employees. Their care and craftsmanship are the true foundation of our success."
Pickleball court controversy: locals call for court removal over excess noise
SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The sound of a paddle on a plastic ball, on repeat from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Some people who live near the noise hub, Szymanski Park in South Burlington, are sick of it. “The noise level is unbearable, and I am about 100 feet...
Welch stops in Barnet on flood tour of Northeast Kingdom
BARNET, Vt. — Senator Peter Welch toured towns in the northeast kingdom to see damage left by last week's devastating flood. Some communities, like Barnet, have been left with damages that the municipality said they simply can't afford to fix. For example, where Church Street connects to Route 5,...
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...
Peacham picks up the pieces from flooding while grieving resident’s death
PEACHAM – To John Mackenzie, life on Governor Mattocks Road was “magical.” The 49-year-old teacher moved into his home on the little gravel road along the South Peacham Brook over two decades ago. The 1840s house where he and his wife raised their twin teenage daughters was surrounded by water on three sides. Just a week ago, they were scoping out the best summer swimming holes along the brook, watching fireflies in the meadow beside their home.
Burlington Police asks for help finding missing 4-year-old child
BURLINGTON, Vt. — The Burlington Police Department is asking the public to help them locate a missing child. The department said it received a report on Monday at 3:46 p.m. that a 4-year-old child was reported missing. They did not release the name of the child or an image.
Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity to celebrate 40th anniversary at Milton ReStore
MILTON – Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity will commemorate its 40th anniversary with a special pop-up event at the Milton ReStore on Saturday, July 21. The celebration, running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 414 Route 7 South, will highlight the organization's four decades of building affordable housing in Northwest Vermont, including 16 units in Milton since 1984.
Interstate 89 traffic stop leads to arrest on warrant in Milton
MILTON — Vermont State Police arrested a Milton man on an active warrant and for driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop on Interstate 89 Monday evening. At approximately 7:05 p.m. on July 15, troopers pulled over a vehicle for speeding on I-89 southbound near mile marker 99 in Milton.
Slominski Hired by Catamounts of UVM
OSWEGO, NY – Danielle Slominski, the Lakers women's ice hockey assistant coach, is moving on to the NCAA Division I University of Vermont Catamounts as their Director of Operations for women's ice hockey. "We are really excited to welcome Dani to the Vermont women's hockey family," said Plumer. "She...
Cavendish demands a voice on GMUSD restructuring plans
CAVENDISH, Vt. – At the Cavendish Selectboard meeting on July 8, Wendi McNaughton, Proctorsville resident, mother, and teacher, addressed the board along with a “handful of concerned Cavendish citizens who have been following the restructuring meetings,” referring to the discussion on the potential reconfiguration of local school districts being considered by Two Rivers Supervisory Union (TRSU).
Dozens of homes remain without water or under boil notice in Plainfield and Barnet
Operators at the water department in Plainfield have been working over 12 hours every day since Wednesday to restore water service. That’s after a wall of water rushed through town, destroying homes, roads and bridges, and leaving hundreds of people without running water. Most customers in town now have...
Can you help identify the mystery artist behind this drawing?
STOWE, Vt. — Crayola is asking for Vermonters' help in tracking down a mystery artist. A piece of children's artwork, titled "Merrel #2" dates to the late 1980s, and was submitted to Crayola at the time by a student at Stowe Elementary School. The student was 11 at the time and named Chris, but little else is known about the artist's identity.
Vermont women's basketball's roster breakdown for 2024-25 season
Reload or rebuild? That's a tough question to answer for Vermont women's basketball head coach Alisa Kresge. Vermont followed up its 2023 America East championship and first trip to the NCAA Tournament since 2010 with a runner-up finish this past winter, falling at Maine in the league final. Vermont also raced into the...
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