By Bruce Bouchard, a Q&A with John Turchiano John Turchiano, a retired union official and a close friend of 50 years, and I often talk baseball. What follows is from a chat we had recently about Jackie Robinson and the reversal of the color barrier in baseball, which happened 80 years ago this week — April…

“Old age comes at a bad time!” – Sam Banducci I think retirees will agree with that statement. We work all our lives and once we retire we finally have time to do all the things we dreamed of doing. But after awhile bad knees, backs and feet may put some restrictions on activities such…

  We look into the sky at the wonder above us, the damp ground squishing beneath our feet. The moon slowly moved in front of the sun, covering it completely. The warm sun rays left our faces and were replaced with cold darkness. For a few minutes, day turned to night as we peered up…

Settling into my lawn chair in the parking lot, I extend both legs outward. My toes are pointing straight up, my forward lean angle set by my ski boots — super soggy and full of water. I don’t want to even think about touching my wet socks. And the aroma that wafts through the parking…

The Masters ended this past weekend, and like so many other golf fans, I was glued to my phone and television for four days as the pageantry and competition unfolded. The event did not disappoint as the world’s No. 1 Scottie Scheffler struck precision golf shots for four days, outlasting any challenges his competitors made.…

If you take to the water this spring, there’s a good chance you’ll spot a great blue heron, New England’s most recognizable large wading bird. But you might also see one of several other similar species that breed in or pass through our region’s wetlands. Telling these large waders apart can be tricky. What distinguishes…

Bears, Big beautiful creatures, Wandering through the forests, And fields of flowers. Beautiful sweet flowers. And it is not only the flowers that are sweet, But the bears, too. They are misunderstood creatures, Big gentle giants, They don’t want to hurt you, They just want to protect their families. They are amazing creatures, And you…

Arguably 2024’s most dynamic astrological event occurs this week — yes, I remember the Eclipse from last week. But this week, Jupiter and Uranus conjoin in Taurus. Renowned for its exciting, expansive and innovative potential, this combination can also bring turbulence and discomfort, too. You don’t have to be a Taurus to feel this. Somewhere…

Participants in colorful costumes attempt to ski or ride across the pond water during the Killington Pond Skim held at the K-1 base area. Amidst the many failed attempts and cold splashes  into the frigid water, there were some successful attempts that made it all the way across, showcasing both daring and comedic moments. Photos…

Courtesy Norman Williams Public Library Laura Waterman Tuesday, April 23 at 6 p.m. — WOODSTOCK—Mountain climber, conservationist and author, Laura Waterman will visit Norman Williams Public Library, 10 The Green, Woodstock to talk about her new book, "Calling Wild Places Home: A Memoir in Essays," with Mary Margaret Sloan. This new collection of essays discusses…

Local musician Breanna Elaine has a new project and could use your help in making it succeed. Breanna has launched a crowdfunding campaign, which is off the Indiegogo platform, to produce a full band recording and make a music video for “Where The Snakes Live”, a song she wrote. She wrote this after her friend,…

QUECHEE—Venture into the fascinating world of birds and wildlife with the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) through a series of engaging events designed to enlighten and inspire nature enthusiasts of all ages. From understanding the impact of climate change on bird populations to learning the intricacies of bird identification, VINS offers a diverse range…

By Tyson Andrews Tyson Andrews, a woodworker and founder of North Star Wood Art, returns to Killington after 25 years, creating an event to give back to the Neil family who lost their home to a fire. Sunday, April 21 at 2 p.m.—KILLINGTON— Tyson Andrews and Liquid Art, 37 Miller Brook Road, Killington,  invites the…

Saturday April 20 at 7 p.m. —BRANDON—The "Big Trouble in Brandon" event hits Brandon Town Hall, 1 Conant Square, Brandon on Saturday at 7 p.m.. Headlining is former UVM star basketball player Ben Crenca who is now known as "Big Trouble Ben" in the world of pro wrestling. Ben stands over 7feet tall and weighs…

Courtesy TUSK Friday, April 19, at 7 p.m.—RULAND—TUSK is the number one tribute to Fleetwood Mac in the world. On Friday they will perform at the Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St. Rutland. No fancy tricks, no gimmicks, just five musicians recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection with note for note renditions that no…