On April 9, 2025
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Killington ski legend Jon Lamb dies in accident

Local skier Jon Lamb (63) suffered a fatal accident at Big Sky Resort in Montana on April 2. He was found about 200 feet below the ridge at the bottom of a rock field in the Dakota Bowl, an out-of-bounds area. Lamb was a long-time Killington local. Look for his obituary in a future edition. 

IBOTS set for Houston

Rutland Area Robotics will be making another run at the FIRST World Championship in Houston, Texas, after ranking 20th out of 191 teams in New England.

Poultney Elementary receives $25,000 CLiF Literacy Grant

Poultney Elementary was one of 14 NH & VT schools to receive $25,000 in funding to promote, encourage, and improve child literacy and reading.

4,200 additional members to the Heritage Family

The Tri State Area Federal Credit Union completed its merger with Heritage Family Credit Union (HFCU), adding 4,200 members and staff to the HFCU.

Inclusive Arts Vermont says farewell

Inclusive Arts Vermont will sunset operations on June 30 after 40 years. Massive federal government cuts are impacting Vermont institutions such as Inclusive Arts Vermont. 

Ben & Jerry’s is Vermont’s favorite employer

According to a recent Career Minds survey, Ben & Jerry’s is Vermont’s #1 choice for most coveted employer. The ice cream maker also finds itself at #3 for coveted employer nationally.

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