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Eden Ciders Releases New Small Batch Cider: Trail Sider
Eden Specialty Ciders, a leading U.S. producer of hand-crafted harvest and ice ciders, is excited to launch a new small batch canned cider “Trail Sider”. Trail Sider is a sour cider blended with raw honey from Northwoods Apiaries in Westfield, VT and infused with fresh lemon balm from Wilson Herb Farm in Greensboro, VT. It is fantastically refreshing on a hot day, and perfect to take on a hike or a kayak.
Counterpoint Chorus plays Brahms, Beethoven with Mclane, Dunlop and Markowitz
Sunday, July 21 at 3 p.m.—RANDOLPH—Chandler is pleased to welcome Counterpoint’s Spring Program presenting works by Brahms, Beethoven, and Bartok which mine the rich lode of European folk songs as inspiration for lively and sophisticated music for chamber vocal ensemble and piano. The program features three instrumentalists...
3 accused of stealing camper, ATVs, and trailer in Salem
On June 30, around 8:45 p.m., state troopers responded to Salem for a complaint from a resident, stating a camper, two ATVs, and a utility trailer were stolen from their property. During the investigation, troopers say they found the stolen items on a property where Little and Quintana reside.
Downtown Gallery's Aug. show eyes abstraction
TICONDEROGA | The work of two abstract painters and one potter will be featured in an upcoming Ti Arts Downtown Gallery show that opens Aug. 7. Using mostly acrylic paint with an occasional admixture of other mediums, Anne Ackerson's landscape-influenced paintings move from vaguely representational to decidedly abstract - and all points in between. She says her focus depends on "the enduring lure of the landscape."
Wellness Revolution Rutland welcomes women to join the August session
Biking program builds health, empowerment, and community. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont (Blue Cross VT) and Terry Bicycles are welcoming the return of the Wellness Revolution Cycling Program in Rutland for the 2024 season. This free program serves those who identify as women to help them break through barriers that keep them from getting out on their bikes. This program builds community with other women in the pursuit of a healthy activity.
Rutland runway reopens, more upgrades on the way
After a seven-week closure, a newly renovated runway at Rutland Southern Vermont Regional Airport (RUT) is now open, the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) reported, July 3 in a Facebook post. “The runway has been rehabilitated with fresh pavement and LED runway edge lights, which are already a hit with...
‘They threw up a white flag’
When the Vermont General Assembly approved the bylaws for the then Pine Hill Cemetery in Center Rutland, the bylaws allowed lot owners to hold meetings if warned 15 days ahead. That was in 1860. That right was exercised 164 years later, on May 22, 2024, when 75 current lot owners responded to a public notice and met outside Evergreen Cemetery’s empty gatehouse office on West Street.
Rutland Library, City Hall explore relocating together downtown
At Monday’s Board of Aldermen’s meeting, July 15, Mayor Michael Doenges unveiled a plan for the City of Rutland and Rutland Free Library to explore the possibility of co-locating at 88 Merchants Row, the Asa Bloomer Building. At 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, Doenges and Rutland Free Library...
3rd annual Substance Use Addiction Summit set for July 19
ESSEX JUNCTION — Two St. Albans residents passionate about recovery from substance use are bringing people together to discuss life-saving solutions. Melinda White and Brad Ferland are the organizers behind “Coming Together,” a substance use addiction summit, set for Friday, July 19 at the Champlain Valley Exposition. The event is free and open to the public, no registration required. Attendees can come by anytime between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to listen to inspiring speakers, participate in workshops and connect with over 80 booths.
Killington locals write a Hallmark movie
“A Very Vermont Christmas” will premiere on the Hallmark Channel, Saturday, July 20. One night about five years ago, Killington resident Steve Kent told his partner Pam Rice that she had seen so many Hallmark Channel Christmas movies that she should try writing one herself. That playful remark became a challenge to themselves to do just that. The result is the new Christmas movie “A Very Vermont Christmas” premiering on the Hallmark Channel on Saturday, July 20 at 8 p.m.
Killington community supports Steve Finneron’s fight against ALS
As of Tuesday, July 16, a GoFundMe page to help former Killington Selectman and longtime resident Steve Finneron fight ALS-Lou Gehrig’s Disease had raised $36,330 of its $40,000 goal with 191 donations. “I spoke with Sheila this morning and to say they are blown away is an understatement, they...
‘Elegant Creature’ Spotted In New York State For The 1st Time
An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...
Wildlife and forestry experts to offer training on woodland health
A weekend retreat provides an opportunity for those who care about woodlands and wildlife to learn about the resources to help them define and reach their land management goals. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand that in order for us to be able to fund reporters...
North Country Hospital questions diagnosis
NEWPORT — More than 60 people, squeezed into the Gateway Center on the evening of July 9, to hear a consultant hired by the Green Mountain Care Board (GMCB), offer a prescription to improve the future health of North Country Hospital. The meeting was part of a process set in motion by the Legislature which passed Act 167 in hopes of making the state’s 14 hospitals more sustainable.
Music for Food concert this weekend
COLCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) - Musicians will string together a sweet set to help fight hunger this weekend. It’s part of the Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival, now in its 20th year, which has been running for a few weeks now. More than 200 students from all over the country...
Vermont family prepares to see their Olympian compete in Paris
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The Olympic opening ceremonies are just over a week away and several Vermonters will proudly wear their country’s gear. That includes Burlington High School graduate Ilona Maher, who is playing for the women’s rugby team. It has been several years now since Maher’s family...
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