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VJC Big Band performs with Alexis Cole at Retreat Farm
BRATTLEBORO-The Brattleboro Music Center's popular "Music Under the Stars" summer concert series continues Saturday, July 20, with the Vermont Jazz Center (VJC) Big Band with Alexis Cole. The VJC Big Band, under the leadership of Musical Director Rob Freeberg, is made up of area professional musicians who come together to...
Brattleboro property tax rate to rise almost 8%
BRATTLEBORO-Property taxes will go up about 8% after the Selectboard voted unanimously July 9 to adopt the fiscal year 2025 property tax rate. Their vote was essentially a rubber stamp to pay for what was decided at this year's Representative Town Meeting, the Grand List, and state-mandated education rates, as Finance Director Kim Frost explained.
Twilight On The Tavern Lawn presents The Everly Set on July 21
PUTNEY-PUTNEY - Twilight Music continues its 21st Twilight On The Tavern Lawn series of bluegrass, folk/rock, world beat, jazz, pop, and Zydeco summer concerts on Sunday, July 21, with an evening of the hits and harmonies of Phil and Don Everly performed by Sean Altman and Jack Skuller. The concert...
Marlboro Music set for second weekend of open rehearsals, concerts
MARLBORO-Marlboro Music Festival continues with performances on Saturday, July 20, at 8 p.m., and Sunday, July 21, at 2:30 pm, as well as free open rehearsals all week long in Persons Auditorium, on the Potash Hill campus in Marlboro. Throughout the week, audiences can enjoy an exciting mix of repertoire...
2024 Prouty raises over $8 million for cancer research, support services
Vermont Business Magazine The Prouty, Dartmouth Cancer Center’s premier annual fundraiser, brought the community together in an unprecedented show of support in the fight against cancer, surpassing this year’s goal of $8 million to fund critical cancer research and patient support services. The family-friendly event, known for its...
‘This is what I am called to do, and it makes me happy’
Father Richard Crawley, OFM Cap, was but a young man when he first thought of becoming a priest, but, as he said, he was “too young and too immature at the time and kind of ran away” from the call. He got a job as a department store...
Brattleboro wins Little League 10-U District title
-The Brattleboro Little League 10-U All-Stars defeated Bennington, 2-1, on June 14 to win the District 2 championship and advance to the state tournament. Brattleboro earned home field for the best-of-three championship round with a 10-0 win in four innings over Bennington on July 7. The championship series got off...
Arrowhead Lodge will host annual Milton Economic Development Commission social event
The Milton Economic Development Commission is set to host its annual social and business meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, at the Arrowhead Lodge, located at 2 River Street in Milton. Arrowhead Lodge, a popular local taproom, will be the venue for this year's event, which promises to...
Elizabethtown Social Center undergoes renaissance
ELIZABETHTOWN | If people were dogs, then those who have recently used the manifold activities or facilities of the Elizabethtown Social Center, their tails would be vigorously wagging and also loudly barking for joy. Staff from the dog pound would have to be dispatched to the center due to the joyful deafening howls. The numerous efforts by the center include hosting community events, art and fitness classes and running recreation programs for youths and adults. It is located at 7626 Maple Street (Route 9).
One dead as storms cause devastation and leave thousands without power in upstate New York
Severe storms and at least four tornadoes ravaged New York State overnight, leaving a trail of destruction and at least one person dead, with hundreds of thousands of energy connections lost to downed power lines. NBC affiliate WPTZ of Plattsburgh, New York, used radar imagery to confirm tornado touchdowns in...
The Keeseville Community Arts Festival Brings Family-Friendly Fun & Arts to the Hamlet!
Keeseville Community Arts Festival from July 19 – 20!. The Keeseville Community Arts Festival is a summertime celebration of all things art in the hamlet. Hosted by AdkAction, locals and visitors attending this annual festival will enjoy live music, a color walk/run, and art demonstrations. Kicking off earlier in the week, plein air—or outdoor—painters from across the nation will be painting scenes in and around Keeseville. For the duration of the festival, a Plein Air Art Show and Sale will be held at Keeseville’s historic Stone Mill on the Ausable River.
Daring Rescue: Many Saved After Multiple Boats Overturn In Upstate New York
Six people boating in an Upstate New York River were injured when multiple boats overturned and saved miles away. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed in its " DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review" that Forest Ranger saved six people from a river. The weekly report highlights recent statewide forest ranger action.
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.
Burlington ordains new bishop with approval from the Pope
BURLINGTON, Vt. — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington has a new leader. Archbishops from Boston, Connecticut and New York were in Burlington on Monday for a special ceremony to consecrate Reverent John Joseph McDermott. The formal ordination and installation happened at the Cathedral of St. Joseph. Community members...
What you need to know before hiring a contractor
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Summer storm season is definitely here. If you’ve found that your roof or something else needs repairs, experts say it’s important to make sure you choose the right contractor. Paula Fleming with the Better Business Bureau urges people to do their research before embarking...
Underground Workshop: College students united through climate activism
Johanna Henjes, left, and Emma Townsend display flyers in opposition to expansion of Burlington’s McNeil power plant. Photo courtesy of Grace Palmer. Anna Hoppe is a student at the University of Vermont working with the Underground Workshop, a network of student journalists partnering with Community News Service. College students...
Burlington City Council unanimously passes police oversight charter changes
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Monday night, Burlington City Council unanimously voted to pass aresolution for several city charter changes related to police oversight. Because it passed, it will be on the ballot in November for city residents. Some of the proposed changes include giving the board of police commissioners a...
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