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Higher Ground scraps plans for music venue relocation to Burton campus
The decision, announced in a social media post, comes just days after the Vermont Supreme Court rejected appeals to the project and gave it the go-ahead. Read the story on VTDigger here: Higher Ground scraps plans for music venue relocation to Burton campus.
Celia Ekstrom wins June Brownell Library Writers Challenge
ESSEX JUNCTION — Celia is the winner of the June Brownell Writers Challenge. Prompt: This summer is all about adventure! Write a 3-5 sentence story about the biggest adventure of your life so far. Winning entry: "Almost 9,500 feet in the air, climbing higher each minute. Somehow there are...
Three UVM Health Network Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report
Burlington, Vt- The University of Vermont Medical Center has been ranked the top Vermont hospital, and two other in-network hospitals have been recognized for high quality performance. The appraisal comes from U.S. News & World Report, which released its annual “Best Hospitals” rankings this week. “Our commitment to...
Waybury Inn, featured in ‘Newhart’ series, says the late comedian held “special place” in their hearts
East Middlebury, VT- After comedian Bob Newhart, known for his iconic deadpan delivery, died at the age of 94 on Thursday, a local inn that played a crucial role in the ‘Newhart’ TV show is remembering him for the lasting impact he made on the staff. The Waybury...
Welch tours flood damage in Hardwick
Vermont Business Magazine Wednesday, U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont) toured flood damage from the remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl, which impacted communities across Vermont. Senator Welch heard from residents and local community leaders in Hardwick about the challenges of recovering from last week’s flooding while still rebuilding from the July 2023 floods. Senator Welch also surveyed flood damage at the wastewater treatment facility and a local farm, where the Lamoille River took out a bridge leading to one of the region’s leading providers of local produce.
Consolidation has changed everything about Brattleboro’s banking landscape — except for one bank
Brattleboro Savings & Loan has managed to stay entirely local by putting down deep roots and prioritizing what’s good for the community, according to its leaders. Read the story on VTDigger here: Consolidation has changed everything about Brattleboro’s banking landscape — except for one bank.
Mad River Valley Community Fund creates flood short form
The Mad River Valley Community fund has created an expedited process to help bring financial help to those who need it after last week’s July 10 flooding. “The goal is to provide assistance to community members who have been financially impacted by the July 10, 2024, flood. Please note, if approved by the board of directors, up to $1,500 will be granted if an applicant submits this short-form application,” wrote board member John Williams on a recent social media post.
Twilight on the Tavern Lawn presents the Everly Set
PUTNEY, Vt. – 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.
Montpelier hosts fundraiser to support current flood relief
As communities start repairing from flood damage, a handful of fundraisers have started around the state. This includes the big one in Montpelier today called ‘Flood the Streets With Art’. It was supposed to be a gathering for the city’s one-year flood anniversary, but it quickly turned into...
Champlain Area Trails Invites Next Generation to Connect with Nature
Champlain Area Trails (CATS), an accredited land trust, invites the Champlain Valley’s up-and-coming trailblazers and conservationists to connect with nature at a special event on July 24. CATS, founded in 2009, creates and maintains over 98 miles of trails, protects 992 acres of land, and has hosted hundreds of educational events, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
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