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Long-time community members acquire New England's largest ski resort, promise growth
New England’s largest ski resort has been sold to a group of local investors. Killington and Pico Mountain have been sold to investors Phil Gross and Michael Ferri, both have deep ties to the Killington area. Both men have pledged to continue to grow the community with a promise...
Vermont Cold Case: Who Killed Elizabeth and Thomas Whittemore in 1968?
Pittsford, VT – On August 24, 1968, Elizabeth and Thomas Whittemore were found dead in their car on Fire Hill Road in Pittsford. The couple, who resided in nearby Rutland City, had been shot to death. Despite investigations by Vermont State Police, their murders remain unsolved. According to the...
Thursday Thunder Road racing action
In a busy night of racing action at the Nations Site of Excitement on Thursday, several drivers came out on top. In the street stocks, Terry Pearce Jr. started and ended the race in first place to win for the second time this season. Stephen Donahue conquered the late models in a race that began […]
Alum Translates Harry Potter Series into Kazakh for the First Time
What if you could be the first person to introduce your hometown to Harry Potter?. Sayat Mukhamediyar, who graduated with his master’s degree in Russian translation and interpretation in 2018, did just that with his translation of the series into Kazakh. When he first read the series himself 20...
UVM Athletics Announces Hall of Fame Class of 2024, Set for Induction September 27
BURLINGTON, Vt. – The University of Vermont Athletic Hall of Fame has unveiled its Class of 2024 inductees who will be formally inducted Friday, September 27 at the Dudley H. Davis Center on UVM Weekend. The presenting sponsor of the UVM Athletics Hall of Fame is Baker Distributing. The group includes Sydney Mas '14 (women's lacrosse), Jonathan Nordbotten '14 (alpine skiing), Nika Ouellette '14 (track & field), Kate Ryley '14 (alpine skiing) and Brian Voelkel '14 (men's basketball).
Springfield OLLI announces fall programs
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Springfield Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is pleased to announce its fall programs. The first program, on Tuesday, Sept. 17, will highlight the wonderful art collection of Lyman Orton depicting Vermont scenes, and the 20th-century artists showing a true love of Vermont. Registration is now open,...
Here are six events coming to the Milton area in the next few weeks
When: 3-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24-Sunday, Sept. 1. Where: Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction. Details: Concerts, amusement park rides, monster trucks, concessions, agricultural exhibitions and more will be front and center at this annual event in Essex Junction. Meet Milton’s GOP Candidates for State...
Exploring the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science: Norwich University and NUARI's Colloquium on Collaboration and Innovation
On August 14, Norwich University and Norwich University Applied Research Institutes (NUARI) co-hosted a groundbreaking colloquium, "Exploring the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science: A Colloquium on Collaboration and Innovation in Government and Industry." This one-day event, held at HULA Lakeside in Burlington, VT., catalyzed exploring the expanding AI endeavors of NUARI and Norwich University, sparking curiosity and engagement in the field. By showcasing four pioneering testbeds and expert panel discussions, the colloquium underscored the institutions' dedication to advancing AI research and its practical applications, fostering a collaborative environment where innovation and knowledge-sharing thrive.
Student Composer Showcase - Lucas Flinner
Lucas Flinner: It's really nice to actually take ideas that I've had and make something out of them. James Stewart: That’s the voice of Lucas Flinner, a senior this year at Middlebury Union High School and this month’s featured composer for our Student Composer Showcase. Lucas’ piece “Moonshade” premiered at Music-COMP’s Opus 38 concert back in April of this year.
New recreation director Hannah Luman brings fresh vision to Milton with a focus on all ages and abilities
A new face at the helm of the Milton Recreation Department, and she’s no stranger to the community. Milton resident Hannah Luman has stepped into the role of recreation director, bringing with her a deep-rooted love for the town and a fresh vision for its recreational programs. “I’m a...
Women’s Soccer Hosts Boston University for Annual Pep Rally Presented by TD Bank
BURLINGTON, Vt. – Vermont (1-0-1) continues its non-conference play against Boston University (0-2-1) in their second game of a four-game home stand on Sunday, August 25 at 1 p.m. from Virtue Field. Sunday's matchup is the Catamounts Pep Rally Game presented by TD Bank. We encourage all fans to join us for the Pep Rally, with gates opening at 12 p.m.
Driver arrested after crashing into New Hampshire state trooper in Haverhill
HAVERHILL — A woman is facing serious charges after colliding with a New Hampshire State Police cruiser in Haverhill. On Wednesday, Aug. 21, Trooper Jawara Conde was dispatched to assist Haverhill Police Department officers in pursuit of a white Hyundai Elantra that had failed to obey a stop request.
Lussier pockets $1,500, secures Vermont 200 starting spot
PLATTSBURGH | Donovan Lussier’s fifth Sportsman Modified victory at Airborne Park Speedway was significant for two reasons. Lussier pocketed $1,500 for winning the 50-lap main event – and in the process – earned a guaranteed starting position for the $10,000-to-win Vermont 200 on Sunday, Sept. 1 at Devil’s Bowl Speedway in West Haven, Vermont.
Traveling to die: The latest form of medical tourism
In the 18 months after Francine Milano was diagnosed with a recurrence of the ovarian cancer she thought she’d beaten 20 years ago, she traveled twice from her home in Pennsylvania to Vermont. She went not to ski, hike, or leaf-peep, but to arrange to die.
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