Over 400 highly-trained volunteer instructors make Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports’ mission of empowering individuals with disabilities possible. Out of a dedicated pool of volunteers, Vermont Adaptive program coordinators recognized this year’s four Volunteers of the Year at off-snow trainings this […]
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Local News, Obituaries
Mary Theresa Ojala, 100
Mary Theresa Ojala, 100, of Rutland, died peacefully Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, at her home, surrounded by family, following a recent decline in her health. Mary Ojala was born Nov. 22, 1920, in Bayonne, New Jersey, to the late James […]
Local News
Man cited in deadly roll-over crash
On Jan. 13, Gage Capen, 21, of Pownal was issued a criminal citation to appear in Rutland County Criminal Court to answer to three counts of Grossly Negligent Operation following a crash on July 9, 2020. Vermont State Police-Rutland Barracks […]
Local News
Woodstock Union MS/HS to offer AP Capstone diploma program
Program focuses on college-level research, collaboration, and presentation skills Woodstock Union High School and Middle School (WUHSMS) is one of approximately 1,800 schools worldwide to implement the AP Capstone™ Diploma program and innovative program that allows students to develop the […]
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AG settles with Rutland gym owner over executive order violation
Club Fitness owner to comply with governor’s orders and pay $1,000 to the Vermont Foodbank Attorney General T.J. Donovan announced, Friday, Jan. 15 that his office has reached a settlement with Club Fitness of Vermont, Inc. and its, owner Sean […]
Featured, Local News
Can’t have a sleepover but your stuffy can!
On January 15, Sheburne Memorial Library in Killington held a stuffed animal sleepover with animals belonging to local residents. The party started out with story time. About 40 animals gathered around Pooh who read the book on a carpet at […]
Featured, Local News
Everyone Eats returns!
Vermont Everyone Eats has been relaunched through continued partnerships supporting restaurants, farms, and Vermonters seeking help. In the dwindling days of 2020 with CARES Act funding coming to an end, scores of inquiries were made to community organizers: Is Everyone […]
Local News
Former Snow Angel Tavern sells at auction
The former snow Angel Tavern, located on Route 4 in Mendon sold at auction on Jan. 15. Mike Carey, senior VP of Tranzon Auctions, who oversaw the sale said he was unable to disclose the price or buyer’s name, but […]
Local News
Man cited in deadly roll-over crash
On Jan. 13, Capen was issued a criminal citation to appear in Rutland County Criminal Court to answer to the charge of Grossly Negligent Operation x3 following a crash on July 9, 2020. Vermont State Police-Rutland Barracks were assigned the […]
State News, TIF
An untraditional start
By Rep. Jim Harrison On Jan. 6, the Vermont Legislature convened for the start of the 2021-22 biennium. Normally the first week has its share of tradition, as well as some pomp and circumstance, with the swearing in of all […]