By Kerry McKeel, Best Friends Animal Society With the devastation wrought in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee due to Hurricane Helene and more damage anticipated from Hurricane Milton, Best Friends Animal Society urges Americans to foster or adopt from local shelters and rescue groups to make room for incoming dogs and cats from impacted areas. “This…

Vermont’s regulated land and water trapping seasons will open on Oct. 26, 2024, according to the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department. The season will allow trappers to set traps for various species, including fisher, coyote, and raccoon, on land through Dec. 2024 and for beaver, muskrat, and otter in water or under ice through March…

Satirical horror is back in a big way with “The Substance” Those lamenting the death of cinema need only know where to look for its rebirth. In the 1960s, when Hollywood lost touch with the tastes of a changing audience, filmgoers searching for the daring, the new, and the fresh turned their eyes to international…

Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27—BARNARD — $18-25. BarnArts kicks off its production of Mel Brooks’ “Young Frankenstein” at Barnard Town Hall this weekend. Running through Nov. 3, this adaptation of the classic 1973 film promises an evening of laughter and spooky fun, perfect for Halloween. Directed by BarnArts Executive Director Linda Treash, this production, based on Brooks’…

Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 24-26—PITTSFORD—Wheels for Warmth is back, offering an excellent opportunity to give back to the community while ensuring you’re ready for winter. Whether you have tires to donate or need affordable tires for the cold months ahead, this event has you covered. Proceeds from the sale and collection of tires support heating assistance for…

Roughly 75 people relived Killington’s 1970s glory days, turning back the hands of time last Saturday, Oct. 19, at Charity’s 1887 Saloon.  "It was a joyous afternoon filled with getting reacquainted, reminiscing, and just plain fun at this skiers’ reunion," said Jack Oliver who helped organize the event.  The event was held at Charity’s 1887…

Pre-register by Oct. 28—PITTSFORD—Get ready to lace up your sneakers for a great cause! The annual Turkey Trot Fun Run takes place at Pittsford Village Farm on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The event raises funds to support Pittsford Christmas For Kids, providing gifts and holiday joy to families in need. This rain-or-shine…

Saturday, Oct. 26, from noon to 7 p.m. —WALLINGFORD—Celebrate The Wallingford Village Market and Mamma’s at the Market’s joint grand opening this Saturday. The event, held at the Village Market’s location on Main Street, just south of the intersection of Routes 7 and 140, announces the joining of two local establishments. Attendees can enjoy food…

Charmaine N. Willis, a native of Killington and political science scholar, recently published “Trading with Pariahs: Trade Networks and the Failure of Economic Sanctions.” This new book, co-authored with Keith A. Preble, examines the effectiveness of economic sanctions, particularly its impact on countries considered international “pariah states” due to their violations of international norms. In…

On Oct. 26, Chuck Hughes will earn a prestigious recognition for his decades of dedicated service and support of Alpine athletics. Hughes has lived in Killington and Rutland his whole life and served as a leader in the ski industry for most of it.  “Generations have gone through the Killington Ski Club and KMS with…

By Alan J. Keays/VTDigger Woodstock Police Chief Joe Swanson has been placed on paid administrative leave pending an investigation by state police, according to Eric Duffy, Woodstock’s municipal manager. In a press release issued Tuesday, Oct. 15, Duffy stated that Swanson was placed on administrative leave earlier in the day “as a precaution following a report…

Killington Resort announced details on the the forthcoming replacement of the Superstar Express chairlift during the summer of 2025, in a news release Tuesday, Oct. 22. The current high-speed quad will be replaced with a Doppelmayr UNI-G six-person chairlift. The new chair will be the first for the resort from that manufacturer. With this new…

By James Kent Perhaps all of the recent construction in Killington is to blame for stirring up nearby spooky spirits because this past weekend, more than a few of these seasonal haunters had taken up residence in the basement of the Killington Welcome Center.  The frights began last Thursday, Oct. 17, when the spirits leaned…

Saturday, Oct. 26 at 9 p.m.—KILLINGTON—The Wobbly Barn Nightclub will open its doors for its annual Halloween party, with proceeds going to support Killington Fire & Rescue. This year, the event requires purchasing advanced tickets to ensure smoother entry and to prevent turning people away at the door. Burlington’s DJ Stevie B will kick off…

Sunday, Oct. 27, Noon-4 p.m. — NORWICH — Stop by Honey Field Farm, for a family-friendly Honey Field Halloween event. Activities include a kid’s haunted house with sections for all ages, face painting, pumpkin painting, and spooky crafts at DIY stations. Classic Halloween games will provide entertainment, while trick-or-treating will occur from 12:30-2 p.m. The…