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Knights of Columbus help celebrate the 150th anniversary Mass at St. Peter’s Church
On June 30, 2024, the Knights of Columbus Vergennes Council 3664 and the St. Albans Assembly 1149 helped celebrate the 150th anniversary Mass of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Vergennes, Vermont on the feast day of St. Peter and Paul. Bishop-elect of Burlington John McDermott celebrated the Mass. Musicians from many different parishes came to participate in a seven-member brass ensemble and choir. A link of the chain that held St. Peter in prison in Rome was present and on display at the altar for veneration to celebrate. After the Mass, there was a social gathering amongst the Church community.
New CEO of UVM Health Network hopes to set new tone of cooperation with VT hospitals
Dr. Sunny Eappen has been on a charm offensive since he took over as president and chief executive officer of the University of Vermont Health Network 18 months ago. Eappen made it his mission to visit the CEOs of every hospital in Vermont, including those who didn't work for him. Both Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin and Porter Hospital in Middlebury are part of the Health Network, along with the UVM Medical Center. ...
Burger Bar in Colchester catches flame June 30
COLCHESTER — The Burger Bar in Colchester experienced a structure fire yesterday evening, shutting down a lane of traffic on Vermont Route 15 and College Parkway for some time. The fire took place in the kitchen while Burger Bar was closed, according to a Facebook post from the business....
Retiring Chief Gowans Honored by City Council: District Heat Rates Stay the Same
Montpelier Mayor Jack McCullough gave the key to the city to retiring Montpelier Fire Chief Robert Gowans on June 26. Gowans announced his retirement earlier this year after 45 years with the fire department, which began July 12, 1979. Gowans was promoted to Lieutenant in 1996, and then to deputy fire chief in 2008. He became fire chief on May 1, 2011. Gowans also graduated from Montpelier High School in 1975 and then served in the United States Navy.
Congratulations Rev. Mr. Luan Tran
Of Vermont rejoiced with Deacon Luan Tran, a native of Vietnam, as he was ordained a transitional deacon June 1 at The Cathedral of St. Joseph in Burlington. The special Mass, celebrated by Hartford Archbishop Christopher Coyne, former bishop of Burlington, was live streamed so dozens of Deacon Tran’s family members and friends could join in the celebration from Vietnam.
Watch: Guster Bring Out Anaïs Mitchell to Cover Tom Petty’s “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around” in Vermont
Photo Credit: Josh Frances — On Saturday, June 29, Guster resumed its touring schedule after a two-week break from the stage. The band’s initial weekend appearance occurred at The Green at Shelburne Museum in Shelburne, Vt., representing a home state gig for members Ryan Miller and Luke Reynold. Adding to the night’s highlights was an unannounced appearance by Bonny Light Horseman member and area-native Anaïs Mitchell.
Monster Mash Ink moves to larger Park Street space
ESSEX JUNCTION — Beloved Essex tattoo shop Monster Mash Ink has made a big move. While the business used to be located on nearby Pearl Street, owner Jim DuVal recently moved from his smaller space to a larger, funky location at 39 Park Street. And now at the new...
Moran Shines in First SCoNE Win at Bear Ridge Speedway
Young New Yorker earns Hard Charger Award, takes over point lead. BRADFORD, Vt. (July 1, 2024) – It seemed like only a matter time before Chase Moran would break into victory lane with the McGee Automotive Family Sprint Cars of New England (SCoNE) Tour. The Fultonville, N.Y., youngster did it in style on Sunday, June 30 at Bear Ridge Speedway, charging from 10th on the starting grid to take the lead late in the A-Main and score the first Sprint Car win of his young career.
Cabot School’s future contemplated in forum
CABOT — Two drum sets and a piano sat dormant on stage inside Cabot School’s Performing Arts Center on a recent Monday night. Instead of filling with music, the building hummed with discussion about the future of the school. Roughly 30 people came that night to talk about...
Barre Unified Union School District misses July 1 deadline, fails to finalize budget for next year
BARRE, Vt. — In Vermont, July 1 is the official deadline for school districts to finalize a budget for the 2025 fiscal year. Twenty-nine out of 93 districts rejected the first proposals they faced on Town Meeting Day in March. Now, only one district has yet to secure a...
Boat safety at the forefront ahead of Fourth of July celebrations
BURLINGTON, Vt. — The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and celebrations will be happening across the state. For some, like Dennis Curran of Underhill, he'll be enjoying it out on the water of Lake Champlain on his boat. “We (Burlington) have the best fireworks in the...
Lake Champlain Poker Run Approaching Sell-Out
By the time this month ends, there’s a good chance that the sixth annual Lake Champlain Poker Run will reach its 75-boat limit. Just 25 slots remain for the August 16-17 event based in Burlington, Vt. Though sponsorship opportunities are still open, all but one of the VIP slips for sponsors at Burlington Harbor Marina are long gone.
Swim season starts with a win for Vergennes youngsters
The youth swim team in Vergennes handily defeated the team from Winooski in a Thursday meet. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand that in order for us to be able to fund reporters covering local news, we need your help! For full access to this story and all online content, please log in or subscribe to the Addison Independent.
UVM Home Health & Hospice raises over $128,000
Colchester, VT- UVM Home Health & Hospice raised over $128,000 in its annual 5K fundraiser last month. This was the most the fundraiser has ever brought in for the McClure Miller Respite House. Every dollar raised goes directly to the McClure Miller Respite House, ensuring that each patient receives high-quality,...
O'Grady Promoted to Assistant Coach
BURLINGTON, Vt. – Cioffi Men's Basketball Head Coach John Becker has announced that Derryk O'Grady '17 has been promoted to assistant coach ahead of the 2024-25 season. O'Grady will be entering his 12th season with the Vermont men's basketball program. "I'm really excited for Derryk's promotion to assistant coach,"...
Idaho midfielder Carson Hughes commits to VTSU Lyndon men's soccer
Lyndonville, VT - Carson Hughes of Priest River Lamanna High School in Priest River, ID, has deposited and committed to the Vermont State University Lyndon men's soccer program for the Fall 2024 semester. Hughes will study Criminal Justice at Lyndon. Hughes, a center midfielder, was a three-year starter on the...
Brattleboro Retreat launches Unravelling podcast to enrich the conversation on mental health
VermontBiz With nearly two centuries of service as a non-profit psychiatric hospital, the Brattleboro Retreat proudly launches its latest educational outreach initiative: the Unravelling podcast. Hosted by therapist Kurt White and journalist Mary Wilson, Unravelling seeks to enrich the conversation on mental health by delving into the often-overlooked complexities, providing a more nuanced perspective than typically found in public discourse.
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