Tuesday night, Feb. 18,the  Killington Pico Area Association (KPAA) held a forum for the four candidates vying for two seats on the Killington Select Board. One seat is for a 3-year term; the other a 1-year term. Incumbent Chris Karr will face a challenge from Patrick Cushing for the 3-year seat. Karr is the owner…

Richard T. Godfrey, Jr., beloved husband, father, and grandfather, died of natural causes on Wednesday, Feb.12, at the White River Junction VA Medical Center.  “Dick” was born July 08, 1928, in Norton, Massachusetts, to Richard T. Godfrey, Sr., and Grace (Howard) Godfrey. In 1946, he graduated from Segreganset Agricultural School in Segreganset, Massachusetts. Upon graduation,…

Vermont Treasurer Mike Pieciak joined Rutland Mayor Mike Doenges on Thursday, Feb. 13, to return over $100,000 of unclaimed property to Rutland County employers. The event was held in connection with the Treasurer’s Claim Your Money campaign, an effort to return at least $1 million of unclaimed property to Vermonters in the month of February.…

Staff Report The ski season is shaping up to a record year locally and across the East Coast. At 204 inches, Killington Resort, is on pace to have its largest season total since 2006-07. It has received more snow than Vail, thus far. Tuesday marked the 97th operating day at Killington, which means the season is…

By Greta Solsaa/VTDigger The two candidates, incumbent mayor Mike Doenges and current alderman Henry Heck, vying for Rutland City’s highest office went toe-to-toe for the first time in a forum Wednesday night, Feb. 12,  to discuss the pressing issues facing Rutland. In the mayoral forum was held at PEG-TV. The topic list included affordability, public safety and…

SOUTH POMFRET — Artistree Community Arts Center is gearing up for another exciting season of summer camps, running from June 23 through Aug. 22. With a wide range of morning, afternoon, and full-day camp options, Artistree provides creative experiences for children of all ages. Registration opens on Saturday, March 1, at 9 a.m., and camps…

Summer camp provides children with weeks of entertainment, camaraderie, and opportunities to learn and grow. It also offers a welcome respite for parents and other caregivers from having to provide recreation for kids during summer vacation, especially if those kids will be attending a sleepaway camp. Many children are emotionally ready to attend camp between…

TINMOUTH — Deep in the forests of Vermont, young performers craft their own original plays—not on a stage, but among the trees. Theater in the Woods camp offers a unique summer experience where children ages 7-16 collaborate to write, rehearse, and perform plays in an immersive natural setting. Since its founding in 2016, Theater in…

WOODSTOCK — Billings Farm & Museum invites young explorers to experience the excitement of farm life through its immersive summer day camps. These camps, designed for children ages 6-11, provide hands-on experiences in animal care, gardening, and food systems, offering an engaging way to learn about Vermont’s agricultural heritage. Billings Bookworms Camp (Ages 6-8) is…

Friday, Feb. 21-Sunday, Feb. 22—WOODSTOCK — Film lovers in the area have an opportunity to experience “A Complete Unknown,” the Academy Award-nominated film about Bob Dylan’s early rise to fame, on the big screen at the Woodstock Town Hall Theatre. The film will be shown for three screenings: Friday, Feb. 21, and Saturday, Feb. 22,…

Sunday, Feb. 23 at 10 a.m. — KILLINGTON — The USASA Northern Vermont Series is bringing its Halfpipe Doubleheader to Killington Resort’s Timberline Park, offering one of the last remaining halfpipe competitions in Vermont. This event, a throwback to the early days of hand-shaped halfpipes, provides a unique opportunity for skiers and snowboarders to showcase…

By Ellie Trinkle It is easy for a film to get viewers to imagine what it would be like to be in a character’s shoes, but it is rare for a movie to actually place us in their shoes. RaMell Ross’ historical drama “Nickel Boys” accomplishes this and is easily one of the most poignant,…

Thursday, Feb. 20 at 6:30 p.m.—LUDLOW—The Friends of Ludlow Auditorium (FOLA) and the Catamount Trail Association (CTA) present an evening of ski films at Heald Auditorium, Ludlow Town Hall. The event features “40 Years on the Trail,” a short CTA film by Climb High Productions, followed by “Variable,” a documentary by filmmaker Jamie Kennard chronicling…

As daylight fades over the Green Mountains, the Middlebury Snowbowl transforms into an illuminated winter wonderland. One of only two lift-serviced night skiing areas in Vermont, the Snowbowl invites skiers and snowboarders to experience the thrill of carving down the slopes under the stars with a unique atmosphere that blends adventure, community, and the charm…

Vermont State University’s (VTSU) Construction Management program is making strides in addressing Vermont’s skilled labor shortage while achieving national recognition with a new accreditation. The program, which prepares students for high-demand careers in construction, has earned accreditation from the Applied and Natural Sciences Accreditation Commission of ABET, affirming its commitment to excellence in industry-recognized education.…