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Trinity Episcopal Church steps toward socks this giving season

November 4, 2020
Trinity Episcopal Church is taking steps towards connecting beyond the currently closed doors of the church to meet a basic need in the community. Members of the church are aiming to stretch this community’s potential in meeting the daily necessity of socks with the introduction of the “Socks for Souls” program. In an era where…

Gift a tree in with the Rotary Club of Rutland

November 4, 2020
The Rotary Club of Rutland has generously supported local non-profits and community partners for over 100 years. Selling Christmas trees for over 60 years has been the club’s largest community engagement and fundraiser. This year, due to Covid-19, many families are in need of community support and may not be able to buy a Christmas…

Killington Rec soccer season is complete

November 4, 2020
By Sarah Newell The Killington Rec fall soccer program wrapped up the weekend of Oct. 24 after a successful season. The grade 3/4 team and the two grade 5/6 teams had winning records in their Rutland league. The Little Squirts program, ages 4 to 7, had an excellent season learning skills and an appreciation for…

Kalow Tech expands offerings in Rutland

November 4, 2020
There’s new life at a 60- year old former industrial building in the heart of Rutland County these days. Kalow Technologies, a highly integrated contract manufacturer, recently completed an extensive renovation to over 85,000 square feet of space at 155 Seward Road in Rutland, first constructed in 1961. Kalow is a rare success story of…

Killington updates parking reservation plans for 20/21 season

October 30, 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD0RlanHLmE&feature=youtu.be By Mike Solimano, President & General Manager The season is right around the corner, and Killington can’t wait for the Longest Season in the East to get started. Over a month ago we sent out our Winter Operations Plan and although it included a lot of detail, there were still some unanswered questions to…

Vermont to participate in Phase 3 Covid-19 vaccine trial

October 29, 2020
The University of Vermont Medical Center and Vaccine Testing Center at the University of Vermont’s Larner College of Medicine have been selected to take part in a Phase 3 trial for a Covid-19 vaccine developed by Oxford University and manufactured by AstraZeneca. Governor Phil Scott announced the plans at the regular press conference, Tuesday, Oct.…

The stars bring tricks and treats

October 28, 2020
By Cassandra Tyndall Sometimes, the truth can be stranger than fiction. The continuing reverse cycle of Mercury in Scorpio continues to dredge up information that may surprise, shock and intrigue. The desire to find a sense of balance or peace may be blindsiding. Glossing over facts or seeing what you want to see doesn’t make…

Mountain Times – Volume 49, Number 44 – Oct.28 – Nov.3, 2020

October 28, 2020
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Vermont hits 99.9% complete in 2020 Census

October 28, 2020
As of the end of data collection for the 2020 Census, 99.9% of housing units and addresses were accounted for in Vermont, according to the U.S. Census Bureau at an operational press briefing last week. Vermont had lagged behind in early efforts. The U.S. Constitution mandates a census of the population every 10 years. The…

Proud to be represented by Shaw

October 28, 2020
Dear Editor, My name is Benjamin Wimett. I’m a lifelong resident of Brandon. I also happen to have cerebral palsy and cannot walk. Therefore, I use an electric wheelchair for mobility. A couple of years ago on a rainy, nasty afternoon after doing my civic duty and voting, I made my way back to my…

Stephanie Jerome is a strong advocate for our communities

October 28, 2020
Dear Editor, I encourage voters in Sudbury, Brandon, and Pittsford to join me in re-electing Stephanie Jerome for the Vermont House of Representatives. Jerome has spent her first term working on issues that help our state’s small communities and businesses thrive. Over the past two years, she has served on the House Commerce and Economic…

Vote independent for Windsor three senate seats!

October 28, 2020
Dear Editor, Yes, Windsor voters say "no" to the two party system. By doing so you’ll bring health back to our local democracy.  We’ve all watched for far to many years how the party system, well oiled political machines, have drag all of us down a rat hole. As you may well know that I’m…

Going to the polls

October 28, 2020
Dear Editor, The League of Women Voters would like to remind you of a few facts about next week’s General Election. Nov. 3, Election Day 2020, includes voting for presidential, congressional, state, and local races. Although this is the first time voters who registered before Sept. 1, received their ballots by mail, voters still have…

Too expensive for Vermont

October 28, 2020
Dear Editor, Why is Vermont’s rental housing so expensive in relation to income? Why are neighboring states’ economies much better than Vermont’s? Why are Vermont’s taxes near the highest in the country? Why does Vermont rank as the least friendly business state? Why is Vermont the most expensive state for retirees? This is not by…

Fredette is running to be the voice

October 28, 2020
Dear Editor, I am running to be a voice of the people from Clarendon, Proctor, Tinmouth, Wallingford, and West Rutland as Representative of the Rutland-2 District in the Vermont House; I would appreciate your vote. One of the strongest assets I have that qualifies me for the job is my ability to engage in productive…