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A drone’s-eye view of the July 10-11 flood
Community conversations have already begun about flood mitigation measures that could lessen the impact of future floods on Waterbury and the surrounding communities. Ahead of the July 29 Waterbury Select Board meeting to discuss potential projects that could be funded through federal grants, we share a collection of aerial photos captured on the morning of July 11 by photographer Gordon Miller.
UVM Medical Center wins approval to buy Fanny Allen Campus
The medical center said the $17.3 million purchase of the Colchester property is “critical” to meeting the needs of its patients. Read the story on VTDigger here: UVM Medical Center wins approval to buy Fanny Allen Campus.
REVIEW: “Amor & Psyche” at Living Room Theatre
Living Room Theatre’s “Amor & Psyche: A Mythological Comedy” is taken from the classical story included in the second-century work “Metamorphosis” by Apuleius. LRT co-founder Randolyn Zinn’s retelling moves quickly with updated language and situations that connect with a modern audience without undermining the source material.
Waterbury residents looked to FEMA buyouts after last year’s floods. They’ve heard nothing for months
As of mid-July, none of the property owners promised buyouts nor local officials have heard back from FEMA. A year after floods ripped through Vermont, they have been left in the lurch. Read the story on VTDigger here: Waterbury residents looked to FEMA buyouts after last year’s floods. They’ve heard nothing for months.
Essex Experience to build workforce housing for the first time
ESSEX TOWN — The Essex Experience is exploring a new venture. Amid a housing shortage across the Green Mountain State, the retail, restaurant and recreation complex in Essex Town is now adding apartments to its lineup of offerings. Essex Experience owner Peter Edelmann founded the complex back in 1995,...
Benson’s Chevrolet Classic Movie Night
LUDLOW, Vt. – Benson’s Chevrolet is excited to announce a free community event, “Movie Night Under the Stars,” on Thursday, Aug. 1, at 8:30 p.m. The dealership will transform its outdoor space into a drive-in theater experience, featuring the iconic 1986 action drama “Top Gun.”
‘All Aboard: The Railroad in American Art’ debuts at Shelburne Museum
Via Community News Service, a University of Vermont journalism internship, on assignment for the Vermont Community Newspaper Group. Shelburne Museum tells the American railroad story in a deep red room where over 40 paintings from around the country hang on the walls. Landscapes show artists’ first impressions of rail in...
What To Do: Saturday, July 27
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Let’s take a look at what to do this weekend. A new exhibit -- “Connections” -- opens tomorrow at the Chaffee Art Center in Rutland. This exhibit will have stories written by each artist that connects their work to others. To celebrate, the art center is hosting a garden party from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. There you will get the chance to explore the pollinator garden filled with native plantings, a growing sculpture garden, and over a dozen other gardens at the historic property. This free event will also feature various art demonstrations, speakers, and refreshments.
At a quiet Craftsbury pond, rowers become Olympians
Six Green Racing Project team members will make history for their Craftsbury-based program as they compete in rowing and sculling at the Paris Olympics starting Saturday. Read the story on VTDigger here: At a quiet Craftsbury pond, rowers become Olympians.
Kinhaven Concert Hall expansion milestone
WESTON, Vt. – On Saturday, July 13, Kinhaven Music School held a groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of its concert hall. The nonprofit organization announced that it has raised $1 million toward its capital campaign, reaching an important milestone toward its $2 million goal. “This is an important step...
Vermont American Legion baseball state tournament: 2024 seeds, schedule and scores
Essex Post 91 enters this year's state tournament as the three-time reigning Vermont American Legion champion. But another team captured the top seed for the playoffs out of the Northern Division: the South Burlington Wildcats. South Burlington and Brattleboro Post 5 ran through the summer slate earning the top positions from the North and...
Milton to host National Night Out on Aug. 6
Milton's annual National Night Out is set to take place on Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 5:30-8 p.m. in Bombardier Park, located at 20 Park Place. This free, family-friendly event aims to strengthen community ties and foster partnerships between law enforcement and residents. Organized by the Milton Police Department, National Night Out is part of a nationwide campaign promoting police-community partnerships.
Rutland ‘pit’ cleanup price tag jumps to $5M
RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) - Downtown Rutland’s so-called “pit” could be getting a makeover despite skyrocketing cleanup costs. The pit is the former site of the Berwick Hotel, which burned down in 1973. The lot on the corner of Center and Wales Streets is currently used as parking.
From the Colchester-Milton Rotary: Save a life this summer, at Aug. 13 blood drive
Team up with the Rotary Club of Colchester-Milton and the American Red Cross to save a life!. To make an appointment to donate, go to redcrossblood.org and fill in the sponsor code, CMROTARY or use this link:. Hosting a blood drive coincides with Rotary’s core values of giving back to...
Burlington native Ilona Maher featured in Women's Health article
PARIS, IDF — Local Olympian and Team USA Rugby Sevens Center Ilona Maher seems to be everywhere these days – and now the Burlington native is one of the faces ofWomen's Health in their latest issue. Maher is featured in an article with five other Olympians and Paralympians...
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