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Brighten your August days and nights with these 31 Vermont arts-and-entertainment events
Wait, what? The last full month of summer has arrived? How did that happen? It’s called the inexorable march of time and, yes, it can be cruel. Time may be on Mick Jagger’s side, but the tick-tick-tick seems to work against the rest of us, especially here in the northern reaches of Vermont. Rather...
Montpelier officials seek public input on proposed recreation and wellness center plan
Since 2018, officials in Montpelier, Vermont have been assessing how and whether a new recreation and wellness facility should be built or if the current center should be renovated. The first of three meetings was held recently to get public input on a proposed plan to rebuild the rec center at a new site.
Colchester picks up after unexpected storms
COLCHESTER, Vt. — Ted Tomlinson, owner of "The Spanked Puppy Restaurant and Pub," was shocked as he arrived at work Tuesday morning. When storms plowed through the backyard of his Colchester restaurant late Monday night, they ripped up trees, tore down lights, and left behind a patio full of debris.
Lyndon neighborhood reckons with heavy damage as more rain moves through Vermont
The scale of devastation on Mt. Hunger and Brook Road in Lyndon is so striking that residents of this tight-knit neighborhood are still struggling to articulate what happened to them early Tuesday morning. “You can’t even describe it,” Prescott Small said. “I’m from Texas. We’ve done tornadoes, hurricanes, you name...
Milton's Trash Flowers blossom in statewide music competition
MILTON – Local band Trash Flowers, composed of four recent Milton High School graduates, achieved a remarkable feat by placing second in the statewide Beats for Good competition this month. This achievement not only earned them recognition, but also a $2,500 donation from the National Life Group Foundation for...
Youth camp culminates Thursday with community event at Starksboro farm
STARKSBORO — Community members are invited to Starksboro’s Sentinel Farms this Thursday to watch local youth take to the stage in an original production and learn more about the various programs offered at the farm. Sentinel Farms, located at 4118 Route 116, is the site of a beef...
Smoky skies next couple days, turning drier
BURLINGTON, Vt. — The weather will be much drier Thursday and Friday, though a stray storm or shower remains possible. Despite drier conditions, wildfire smoke makes a return overhead and will turn the sky very hazy at times. Minor impacts to air quality expected. The weekend will have scattered...
Winooski man cited for reckless endangerment after video shows him speeding on I-89, police say
WINOOSKI, Vt. — A Winooski man was cited on a charge of reckless endangerment after police obtained a video of him speeding on a major roadway. Vermont State Police were investigating a mental health and domestic disturbance incident on Wednesday when they learned that 38-year-old Patrick Brownson had sent a video of himself driving on I-89 North in South Burlington in a dangerous fashion.
WCAX’s Gary Sadowsky honored with Seven Daysies award
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Seven Days readers made their pick for Best Local TV Personality, and it’s our very own Gary Sadowsky!. This is Gary’s first Seven Daysies win in his 33-year career at WCAX-TV. He beat out four others for the honor, including our own Darren Perron.
UVM Program supports daughters of immigrant families in health sciences careers
Burlington, VT- A new program developed at the University of Vermont has secured a large chunk of funding to help guide future healthcare leaders. The New American Youth on the Rise program offers middle and high school age girls from immigrant families the chance to see what impact they could make in the healthcare field.
BarnArts Summer Youth Theater tackles stereotypes and more with ‘High School Musical’
BARNARD—BarnArts Summer Youth Theater kicked off on July 15 to produce the lively full-length production of “High School Musical”in just three weeks. The show opens at Barnard Town Hall on Friday, Aug. 2 at 7 p.m. with performances continuing Saturday, Aug. 3 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 4 at 2 p.m. with original costuming, set, choreography, and a live band. Tickets are $15 and $10 for those 12 and under.
The Central Vermont Chamber Music Festival continues with 32nd season at Chandler Center for the Arts
RANDOLPH—The Central Vermont Chamber Music Festival continues with its 32nd season at Chandler Center for the Arts in Randolph with its second part following its successful visit in April with the string trio version of the Bach Goldberg Variations. The Festival musicians arrive again the week of Aug. 5.
Little league makes it big: Colchester 10U baseball team sets sights on regionals
COLCHESTER — Colchester’s little league 10U baseball team clinched its first-ever state championship title this past weekend. This coming weekend, they’ll head to the regional final. The boys, ages eight through 10, are headed to Rhode Island for regionals, which is the highest-level game series available for...
Junior League of Champlain Valley to host recruitment events
CHITTENDEN COUNTY — The Junior League of Champlain Valley is holding three recruitment events in August. The Junior League of Champlain Valley focuses on volunteering and building leadership and professional skills of local women. The organization founded Chittenden County's first diaper bank in 2018, which is now run by...
St. Johnsbury woman escapes injury in Libby Road crash
ST. JOHNSBURY — On July 31, at approximately 8:53 a.m., Kelsi Buck, 23, of St. Johnsbury, was involved in a single-vehicle accident on Libby Road. According to the Vermont State Police, Buck was driving north when her 2020 Ford Edge hit a washed-out section of the roadway. While trying...
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