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Cabot receives top honors at national and international competitions
Vermont Business Magazine Cabot received high marks from industry experts at not only the American Cheese Society but also at the International Cheese and Dairy Awards. "We are incredibly proud to see our cheese and butter at the top of the winners' lists in these competitions,” said Jason Martin, SVP, Operations. “These achievements belong to our entire team, from the farmers who supply the milk, to our dedicated production crew, and our diligent supply chain employees. Their care and craftsmanship are the true foundation of our success."
Sunnymede Farm Store wins summary judgement
On July 8, the Vermont Superior Court, Environmental Division, issued a summary judgement in favor of Sunnymede Farm’s application to construct a “farm store” on the former Lamb Farm property on Route 5 in Hartland. The judge and interested parties met at the proposed site and at...
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.
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 Road to reopen Friday
On Friday, July 19, at 2 p.m. Killington Road will reopen to two-way traffic ending the three month detour up West Hill Road. “The road will be opened to two-way traffic, marked with barrels and cones. It will still be a gravel surface, so please use caution when traveling,” explained Markowski Excavating, Inc. in a news release.
Colchester’s Bayside summer concert series to kick off with first show tomorrow
COLCHESTER — Colchester’s annual Bayside Park concert series is returning to town for the summer season starting tomorrow, with the first show to be held Thursday July 18. All concerts are held on Thursday evenings at Lower Bayside Park and begin at 7 p.m. with free admission and parking. The series’ host, Colchester Parks and Recreation, encourages attendees to bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner to enjoy live music on the lake.
Stormy today before a drier, more refreshing Thursday
Happy Wednesday! We’re starting the day with what feels like “air you can wear”. Temperatures are in the 60s to low 70s alongside high humidity, partly cloudy skies, and patchy, dense fog. Make it a light, more comfortable clothing and low beams kind of morning, friends. Temperatures...
Bazini’s heroic header lifts Green FC to playoff win
Vermont Green FC and Reading United AC were just minutes away from entering a long period of extra time in the first round of the USL League 2 playoffs when Yaniv Bazini headed the ball into the Reading net for the first and only goal of the game. The goal gave the Green FC just […]
THEATER REVIEW: ‘Native Gardens’ plays at the Dorset Theatre Festival through July 21
Dorset Theatre Festival in Dorset, Vt. Written by Karen Zacarías, directed by Tatyana-Marie Carlo. A good comedy is hard to find these days. This was the second one I saw in just a week. Unfortunately, there were so many errors in the Dorset Theatre production the effect of the show, which deals with ongoing social problems (a series of them), was weakened and the total effect was slightly less than satisfying. For instance, a tree on the set is constantly referred to as a very healthy oak, but the tree on stage was not an oak and its yellowed, frond-like leaves were not even remotely oak or healthy. Every time the tree is referred to, and my companion counted eight of them, a normal audience reaction was to look at the tree. It was very distracting being so peculiarly un-oak-like. Things like that can ruin a show.
Owners of Erica's American Diner reflect on last decade ahead of beloved diner's closing
FAIRFAX, Vt. — A popular Fairfax restaurant is closing its doors for good on Friday. Erica's American Diner broke the news to customers on social media, earlier this month, with the post garnering nearly 800 shares. Inside Erica's, you can hear the sizzle of stove tops, the smell of...
The Superstars of Thunder Road Prepare for Exciting Double Features on Thursday
Central Vermont is ready to celebrate the Superstars of Thunder Road that make Barre's 1/4-mile bullring the Nation’s Site of Excitement this Thursday, July 18 with a massive Double Features night for all four divisions! The Maplefield/Irving Late Models, Lenny’s Shoe & Apparel Flying Tigers, rk Miles Street Stocks and the Burnett Scrap Metals Road Warriors all go for twin features to stand tall as the Superstars of Thunder Road!
Burlington ordains new bishop with approval from the Pope
BURLINGTON, Vt. — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington has a new leader. Archbishops from Boston, Connecticut and New York were in Burlington on Monday for a special ceremony to consecrate Reverent John Joseph McDermott. The formal ordination and installation happened at the Cathedral of St. Joseph. Community members...
Brattleboro property tax rate to rise almost 8%
BRATTLEBORO-Property taxes will go up about 8% after the Selectboard voted unanimously July 9 to adopt the fiscal year 2025 property tax rate. Their vote was essentially a rubber stamp to pay for what was decided at this year's Representative Town Meeting, the Grand List, and state-mandated education rates, as Finance Director Kim Frost explained.
Twilight On The Tavern Lawn presents The Everly Set on July 21
PUTNEY-PUTNEY - 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. The concert...
VJC Big Band performs with Alexis Cole at Retreat Farm
BRATTLEBORO-The Brattleboro Music Center's popular "Music Under the Stars" summer concert series continues Saturday, July 20, with the Vermont Jazz Center (VJC) Big Band with Alexis Cole. The VJC Big Band, under the leadership of Musical Director Rob Freeberg, is made up of area professional musicians who come together to...
WILLIAMSVILLE-Rock River Artists (RRA) hosts its annual open studio tour this weekend in studios as varied as the artists themselves.
At sites from Newfane to Marlboro, the public is welcome to visit, to engage with artists, and, of course, to make a purchase. While one could expect to see a dozen and more artists on this summer mainstay, this year only seven studios will be open: those of potters Richard Foye and Mucuy Bolles and of visual artists Deidre Scherer, Gianna Robinson, Lily Lyons, and Georgie, as well as the Olallie Daylily Gardens.
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