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Lyndon committee decides against covered bridge removal despite flood concerns
“In a perfect world, I would say you could take out the Sanborn Bridge,” a panel member said. “That’s just not going to happen.” Read the story on VTDigger here: Lyndon committee decides against covered bridge removal despite flood concerns.
2024 Women's Cross Country Season Preview
The #16 Middlebury women’s cross country team gets its season underway at the Silloway Maple Syrup Invitational on Saturday, September 7. The Panthers concluded last fall with a third-place finish at the NESCAC Championship, followed by a fifth-place effort at the NCAA Mideast Regional. Middlebury’s regional finish secured its 13th-consecutive trip to the NCAA Championship.
Weekly Dispatch with Mayor Sullivan
Recreation Director Mike Brown has some news. The playground construction at Gardner Park will be starting soon. The remediation and capping is nearly complete. The costume engraved bricks from the fundraising campaign will be ordered before the end of the month to be on hand for the landscaping phase of the project. The new dock purchased by the VOREC Grant has arrived and is being assembled. Go Director Brown!
Join the Fairy House Festival as an event volunteer
GRAFTON, Vt. – The Nature Museum in Grafton, Vt., is preparing to host the 15th annual Fairy House Festival on Saturday, Sept. 28, and Sunday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Guests of all ages walk the fairy house trails and discover a magical village of fairy castles, treehouses, mushroom gardens, libraries, and more. This family-friendly annual tradition is possible because of the strong community support from Fairy House builders and volunteers who help host this regional treasure, which draws over 1,800 people from all of New England.
Montpelier Seeks Proposals for Its Once-Problematic Parklet
The Montpelier City Council is seeking developers’ proposals for a half-acre downtown lot that drew locals' complaints and repeated visits from police in recent years after its gazebo became a gathering place for people experiencing homelessness. Tiny Guertin Park, sandwiched between a block of stores and railroad tracks near...
Thunder Road Action Back on Tap for 46th NEFCU+VSECU Labor Day Classic on Sunday
Barre, VT — There is no rest for the wicked at Thunder Road following an exhilarating final Thursday night of the season with the 46th NEFCU+VSECU Labor Day Classic this Sunday, September 1. The annual holiday weekend special is highlighted by the second visit of the season for the American-Canadian Tour along with a special invasion from the New England Pro-4 Modifieds alongside the Lenny’s Shoe & Apparel Flying Tigers, rk Miles Street Stocks and the Burnett Scrap Metals Road Warriors with a special 4:00pm Post Time!
Vergennes Opera House Gets $2000 Gift for Marquee Restoration
The Friends of the Vergennes Opera House (VOH) were the happy recipients of a $2K award from Gaines Insurance Agency and Cooperative Insurance Cos. to go toward improvements and upkeep to the organization's marquee. Planned improvements include restoration and repairs as well as upgrades to the lighting. "The VOH brings...
Cross Country Opens 2024 Campaign by Hosting Vermont Invitational
BURLINGTON, Vt. - Vermont Cross Country will begin there 2024 season on Saturday (Aug. 31) at 12:00 p.m. The Catamounts will host UMass Lowell and Maine at Hard'Ack. The women's race will begin at 12:00 p.m. and the men will begin 45 minutes later. The live results will be provided by 802 Timing.
“Usurpation” book launch and signing at Springfield UUC
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Please join Vermont author Mimi Yahn for the launch of her debut novel, “Usurpation,” on Sunday, Sept. 8, at 12 p.m., at the Unitarian Universalist Church (UUC) in Springfield. Set in 1997 and spanning two cities – Portland, Ore., and New Orleans – “Usurpation” tells a powerful story about gentrification, hardship, and redemptive love through the lives of two families, and the eyes of the novel’s historian protagonist, Kitty Feliz.
Burlington will install 200 new EV charging stations over the next seven years
Burlington will increase the number of electric vehicle charging stations available in the city by six times over the next seven years, thanks to a $4.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The grant went to Burlington Electric Department, which plans to use the money to install 153 Level 2 and 47 Level 3 fast chargers at about 85 public sites throughout Burlington. Darren Springer, BED general manager, said Burlington will go from having three...
Army Women’s Rugby Stumbles Against Dartmouth Big Green 49-5
Army West Point women's rugby kicked off their 2024-25 season with a challenging match against Dartmouth, ultimately losing 49-5. Despite a strong defensive effort, the Black Knights struggled against Dartmouth's aggressive gameplay. The Big Green scored their first try within the first 10 minutes, establishing an early lead. Although Army managed to score one try through sophomore Zoe Weimer, Dartmouth maintained control and expanded their lead, overwhelming Army's defense throughout the match.
New York: Watch Out for These Dancing Insects – They Hurt!
This summer, New Yorkers may come across a curious sight: thousands of white fluffy insects dancing on local beech trees. While these tiny dancers (check out how they shake it in the video below) may look fun, their name, as well as their painful defense mechanism, are no joke. Dancing...
Upstate New York School One of First in Area to Ban Cell Phones
As Governor Kathy Hochul continues her statewide push to ban smartphones inside New York schools, a school district in the Capital Region has already implemented a plan to make its school a "phone-free" space. *This post was originally published on 7/24. Should All Schools Do This?. Eventually, they will. Gov....
Eagles Grab First Win of the Season with 2–1 Win Over Dartmouth
Boston College men’s soccer started its game against Dartmouth off hot when Moritz Gundelach found the top corner with a right-footed shot just 6:42 in the match, leaving Dartmouth goalkeeper Costi Christodoulou with no chance of saving it. Dartmouth didn’t let BC stay in front for long. Following a...
Champlain Area Trails Hosts a Special Mushroom Walk on September 8th in Essex
Champlain Area Trails (CATS), an accredited land trust, will host a mushroom hike led by renowned mycologist Ari Rockland-Miller, co-founder of The Mushroom Forager. This 2-hour event, titled “Exploring Mushrooms on Black Kettle Trail,” will take place on Sunday, September 8th, 2024. Participants will have the chance to delve into the fascinating world of fungi and learn expert techniques for identifying mushrooms in their natural habitat. The 1-mile guided walk will take place on CATS’ Black Kettle Trail in Essex.
“Big Money” Mega Millions Ticket Sold In New York
Friday's Mega Millions drawing was a lucky one for a lottery player in New York. The New York State Lottery announced that a "Big Money" winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in New York from Friday's drawing. That ticket matched four out of five numbers and had the Mega Ball....
My Place opens first hotel in Vermont
My Place Hotels of America has opened My Place Hotel-Randolph, VT in Randolph Center, VT. It is the first My Place property to open in Vermont and 74th open and operating My Place property in the U.S. The hotel is owned by Randolph Hospitality LLC and was developed by Realty Development Services LLC. It is managed by Cornerstone Hospitality, which manages two other My Place properties.
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