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Take a walk to learn about city’s history
The history of Vergennes dates back to September of 1788, when leaders of the surrounding towns made final an agreement to carve a city out of their lands, basing it around Otter Creek’s falls and the river basin below. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand...
Vergennes' first public art installation blooms with help from local trade school
Last week marked a unique first for the town of Vergennes, which unveiled its first-ever public art installation. Its location? A Tri-Valley bus stop on Green Street. The metal sculpture piece is called Flower Stop and depicts Vermont wildflowers tall as trees growing out of a city bus shelter. The...
Lake Champlain Poker Run Approaching Sell-Out
By the time this month ends, there’s a good chance that the sixth annual Lake Champlain Poker Run will reach its 75-boat limit. Just 25 slots remain for the August 16-17 event based in Burlington, Vt. Though sponsorship opportunities are still open, all but one of the VIP slips for sponsors at Burlington Harbor Marina are long gone.
Frankie's moves into Penny Cluse space with in-season dinner menu, creative cocktails
The space is so familiar to Burlington diners – Penny Cluse Café occupied the homey spot at 169 Cherry St. for a quarter-century – yet the food and the vibe provided by the new occupant, Frankie’s, are a fair bit different from the restaurant’s popular predecessor. Frankie’s, which opened in mid-April, is owned by chef Jordan Ware and general manager Cindi Kozak, veterans of local dining establishments including the celebrated Vermont restaurant Hen of the Wood. Unlike...
Burger Bar in Colchester catches flame June 30
COLCHESTER — The Burger Bar in Colchester experienced a structure fire yesterday evening, shutting down a lane of traffic on Vermont Route 15 and College Parkway for some time. The fire took place in the kitchen while Burger Bar was closed, according to a Facebook post from the business....
Onsen Ramen shuts doors in Essex Junction after almost two years
Onsen Ramen, a popular eatery in Essex Junction, shut its doors last Friday after nearly two years in business. The ramen restaurant, which opened at its Pearl Street address in December 2022, was named for the natural Japanese hot springs some which attract snow monkeys − one of which featured in the Onsen Ramen logo.
Offbeat romantic comedy comes to Vergennes
The Middlebury Community Players will present the offbeat romantic comedy “First Night” at the Vergennes Opera House next weekend, July 11-14. Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday performance is a 2 p.m. matinee. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand...
Monster Mash Ink moves to larger Park Street space
ESSEX JUNCTION — Beloved Essex tattoo shop Monster Mash Ink has made a big move. While the business used to be located on nearby Pearl Street, owner Jim DuVal recently moved from his smaller space to a larger, funky location at 39 Park Street. And now at the new...
Watch: Guster Bring Out Anaïs Mitchell to Cover Tom Petty’s “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around” in Vermont
Photo Credit: Josh Frances — On Saturday, June 29, Guster resumed its touring schedule after a two-week break from the stage. The band’s initial weekend appearance occurred at The Green at Shelburne Museum in Shelburne, Vt., representing a home state gig for members Ryan Miller and Luke Reynold. Adding to the night’s highlights was an unannounced appearance by Bonny Light Horseman member and area-native Anaïs Mitchell.
Manhattan Pizza & Pub could be closing its doors soon, according to a viral social media post
BURLINGTON, Vt. — A popular restaurant in downtown Burlington could be closing its doors soon. A social media post has been circulating this week stating that since Manhattan Pizza & Pub had new ownership take over, the business has been failing. Since 1993, Manhattan Pizza & Pub has been...
Lincoln musician honored with statewide prize in arts
LINCOLN — Lincoln resident Michael Chorney has spent much of his life making music. It was music that first brought Chorney, 63, to the Green Mountain State as a teenager hoping to start a band. He’s remained tethered to Vermont’s music scene since then, taking on projects as a musician, producer and composer; dabbling in genres from acid jazz to folk, while captivating audiences from Burlington to Broadway.
Dunkin' picks Burlington market to debut Brown Sugar Shakin' Espresso
BURLINGTON, Vt. — There are only two states in the country where you can try the Dunkin' Brown Sugar Shakin' Espresso, and Vermont is one of them. The new iced beverage is being tested in the Burlington, Vermont market. It is also making its debut in Detroit, Michigan. The...
Nardozzi to share the science and art of gardens at Rocky Dale
Get excited about a garden walk with Charlie Nardozzi presented this month as Art on Main’s summer fundraiser! The “See You in the Garden” event will take place on Sunday, July 14, from 4-6 p.m. at Rocky Dale Gardens, a display garden and nursery located in the ledges protruding from the base of South Mountain just north of Bristol village.
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