Dear Editor, Those seeking fundamental changes to our hospitals and healthcare systems—including us—were not surprised last month when the state’s hospital trade group pushed back against a legislatively mandated report that concluded serious work needs to be done before our entire healthcare system collapses. In fact, the hospitals were so threatened by change that they…

By Peter G. de Krassel Editor’s note: Peter G. de Krassel is the founder of Breaking Housing Matters and the author of the newly released book “Custom Maid Housing for New World Disorder.” He will host a book signing and presentation regarding innovative housing solutions at the Rutland Free Library on Thursday, Dec. 5 at…

By Kristel Killary Since 2022, the Stifel Killington Cup has been highlighting women in the snow sports industry through the Killington Cup HERoic Panel. The annual event celebrates women blazing trails and achieving success in their fields. Proceeds support the Share Winter Foundation, an organization committed to expanding access to winter sports for underserved communities.…

By Greta Solsaa/VTDigger Chris Bannerman works with the organization Bridge to Rutland to help provide housing, legal aid, education, and other resources to asylum seekers in the region. She often sees people who lack transportation, making it difficult to find jobs and build new lives. One asylum seeker who has held a job at Rutland…

One of our employees wrecked our panel truck. The truck was totaled, but we were able to salvage the engine and transmission. We decided to mount them atop the lift house as auxiliary power for the new Snowshed #3 lift. We connected the engine to the main drive shaft with a chain link connector. A…

By Sarah Calvin Thursday through Sunday, Dec. 5-8 at various locations (see below.) This weekend, the third iteration of the Vermont Comedy Festival returns to Bridgewater’s Woolen Mill Comedy Club. The festival, which features comics from across the country, will be headlined by Emmy-nominated writer Tim Meadows, a longtime SNL cast member, who will perform…

Saturday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m.— RUTLAND—The inaugural Quality Ski Film Tour, powered by Salomon and hosted by First Stop Board Barn, will take center stage at the historic Paramount Theater on Saturday evening. This special event supports a meaningful cause, with a portion of ticket proceeds benefiting Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports, an organization…

Thursday, Dec. 5 through Saturday, Dec. 7. —KILLINGTON— The Vermont holiday festival returns to the Killington Grand Hotel from Dec. 5 to 7, bringing holiday cheer, community spirit, and family fun to Killington. Now in its 20th year, the festival offers an expanded schedule of activities, including live music, themed tree decorating, vendor shopping, and…

Saturday, Dec. 7 through Saturday, Jan. 4—WOODSTOCK—This December, Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock transforms into a holiday haven with an array of festive events and activities for all ages. Visitors can immerse themselves in the charm of Victorian Christmas traditions, enjoy horse-drawn sleigh rides, and explore the spirit of community through seasonal programming. Here’s…

The Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team for the 2024-2025 competition season has deep roots in the Green Mountain State. In fact, three of the seven women on the Alpine A Team this season trained in Vermont before making the national team. Mikaela Shiffrin, 29, who trained at Burke Mountain Academy, leads the team as the…

The people who make the Killington Cup happen Hundreds of resort employees, volunteers from across the region and contractors have worked tirelessly over the past few weeks in order to pull off all that's necessary to make the Killington Cup a success.  “It was a real battle with Mother Nature this year, but once again…

 It’s bigger than a race, the Stifel Killington Cup is a celebration of the history and passion for Alpine ski racing. In addition to watching the fastest female ski racers in Slalom and Giant Slalom battle for the top prize on the signature Superstar trail, the weekend is packed full of entertainment including live music, fireworks, movie…

During the Killington Cup, Killington Resort provides exclusive access to the KWCF to provide VIP ticket sales, and these funds go to support the programs throughout the season. While there are many World Cup events each season, the Killington Cup is the only one giving back to the community. The Killington World Cup Foundation (KWCF)…

By Karen D. Lorentz “Women worked in the shadows of the historically male dominated ski industry, but that is changing and the future is bright,” noted Sophie Goldschmidt as she introduced the first HERoic panel presentation at the 2022 Killington World Cup. Goldschmidt, who is president and CEO of the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Association,…

By Angelo Lynn Editor’s note: Angelo Lynn is the editor and publisher of the Addison Independent, a sister publication to the Mountain Times.  An important concept in building new housing was recently articulated by Devon Neary, executive director of the Rutland Regional Planning Commission. “Housing,” he said, “doesn’t just pop up out of nowhere. I…