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Lawson’s Finest Liquids brews special beer for Do Good Fest
WAITSFIELD, Vt. (WCAX) - For their 10th annual Do Good Festival, National Life Group asked Lawson’s Finest Liquids to blend a beverage that gives back. “We are getting a really beautiful fruity juicy IPA today,” said Kelly Putnam of Lawson’s. The drink is being specially made for...
Villalobos Brothers at Bandwagon Series
PUTNEY, Vt. – The Next Stage Bandwagon Summer Series presents contemporary Mexican ensemble Villalobos Brothers on Saturday, July 13, at 6 p.m., at the field behind the Putney Inn, 57 Putney Landing Road in Putney. The Villalobos Brothers are a Grammy Award-winning family band, recognized as one of the...
Colchester holds 53rd annual Independence Day parade
Colchester’s annual Independence Day parade entered its 53rd year this Fourth of July. This year’s parade was held in honor of State Senator Dick Mazza of Colchester, who passed away in May. The parade included floats from several community organizations, local businesses and politicians. Youth organizations like local scout troops and sports teams got in on the action too, including Colchester’s own District 1 Little League champion softball team.
Police: Bennington County man assaulted driver he says sped past house
A Bennington County man allegedly attacked a man because he was driving too fast outside his home. Vermont State Police responded to an incident on Pine Ridge Drive in Pownal on Tuesday just before 6:15 p.m. Douglas Peltier, 47, is accused of confronting the 67-year-old man, who is also from Pownal, as he drove by his residence. He later assaulted him when he was outside of his vehicle, police said.
School board OKs new playground, reviews other facility repair needs
WILMINGTON- Next year’s Twin Valley Elementary School students will have a place to play, thanks to funding provided by the Twin Valley School District at their Wednesday, June 26 meeting, and 1% funding approved by the Wilmington Selectboard at a special meeting on Thursday, June 27. Support local journalism....
Glen David Andrews Returns to the Bandwagon Stage for a High-Energy Performance
Acclaimed New Orleans vocalist and trombonist Glen David Andrews is set to ignite Cooper Field with his dynamic band on Saturday, August 3rd, 6:00 pm. Known for his commanding voice and powerful trombone skills, Andrews promises an unforgettable evening of roots music that blends smoothness with grit, delivering an emotional and resonant musical experience.
Independence Day celebration in Montpelier a reminder of our freedom and flood anniversary
MONTPELIER, Vt. — Independence Day festivities were underway throughout the day into the evening in Montpelier. This year, the capital city isn't just celebrating the holiday. Wednesday's events were a reminder for the community of some of the most impactful changes since last July. Though it's been a tough...
Montgomery residents hang banner for hometown hero and Olympian Elle St. Pierre
MONTGOMERY, Vt. — The love for Vermont native and Olympian Elle St. Pierre just keeps pouring in after her stellar performance at the recent Olympic Track & Field Trials. St. Pierre's performance in Eugene, Oregon was historic, and ended with St. Pierre taking first place in the women's 5,000 meter with a record time in the trials, along with a sub-four-minute time in the 1,500 meters.
Brattleboro Fire Department officially takes over town's EMS services
BRATTLEBORO, Vt. — The Brattleboro Fire Department in Southern Vermont has assumed full responsibility for responding to all medical emergencies in town, a task previously handled by third-party contractors. That means that the Brattleboro Fire Department is now solely in charge of responding to medical emergencies around town. The...
2nd annual masonic Car Show set for July 13
The Masonic Seneca Lodge #40 is hosting its second annual Masonic Car Show from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 13. The event will take place at Bombardier Municipal Park in Milton, located at 34 Park Place. Registration will be open that day from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with an entry fee of $20 per car.
Ludlow Side Hill Cronchers thanks supporters
LUDLOW, Vt. – On Friday, June 21, the Ludlow Side Hill Cronchers Snowmobile Club held a fundraiser golf tournament dedicated to the Ellison family. We are grateful for the Ellison family, who has given over 50 years of volunteerism, through multiple generations, to our club. Pat and Jim were part of our founding members, helping to bring snowmobiling to Ludlow as we know it today. Two of their sons, Randy and Bernie, are still active members, doing everything from grooming, to trails, to fundraising, and more.
Choppy waters could make fireworks viewing challenging for boaters
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - In addition to the thousands of folks viewing Burlington’s fireworks display Wednesday night, many boaters are getting in place for front-row seats to the big show. Burlington officials are warning mariners to be careful in the windy conditions. It’s not a bad day to fly...
Rescue founders saw community need
WILMINGTON - Deerfield Valley Rescue is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The organization, which many locals simply refer to as “Rescue” was founded in 1974. The nonprofit organization provides “prehospital emergency medical care” to residents in the towns of Wilmington, Dover, Searsburg, Somerset, Whitingham, Halifax, and parts of Marlboro and Stratton. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Fourth of July celebrations, gratitudeand other July tidbits
July is a picnic and a red canoe and a sunburned neck and a softball game and ice tinkling in a tall glass. July is also the 4th of July. Among the red, white and blue, the parades, the picnics and the pool parties is the patriotism that might show up as a few tears when we listen to the patriotic music. It’s good to be an American and celebrate our heritage together.
Fireworks held by Rutland Town Fire Department and Town of Rutland
Wednesday, July 3—RUTLAND—Northwood Park on Post Road in Rutland Town. Duration: 1 hr 30 min. There is plenty of parking inside Northwood Park. There will be no parking along Post Road. The fireworks will off start when it’s dark.
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