Gregory  Allen  Smith UPDATE: SUSPECT CAPTURED IN WING HOMICIDE The Springfield Police Department and Vermont State Police Major Crime Unit announce the capture of Gregory Allen Smith in Londonderry, Vt. Thursday, April 23.  Smith, wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of Wesley Wing on April 18 in Springfield, was taken into custody without incident this…

RUTLAND TOWN—On Tuesday, April 14, at 3 p.m. state troopers from Rutland responded to a call at Taco Bell in Green Mountain Plaza, where an unidentified male customer had become frustrated with his food order and kicked the door on his way out. The kick caused the door to break off its hinges. Anyone with…

Courtesy of KMS Mazie Hayden, center, takes her fourth gold in a row at USASA Nationals. KILLINGTON—Killington Mountain School ski cross athlete Mazie Hayden competed in the Women’s Open class SkierCross event at USASA Nationals in Copper, Colo., over the weekend of April 4-5. Hayden hails from Pittsfield, Vt., and is a ninth-grade student at…

Courtesy of Vermont Fish & Wildlife Matt Lavallee of Winooski holds up a brown trout he caught in the Winooski River during a recent Vermont trout season. Trout stocking is underway across the state of Vermont, meaning increased opportunities for anglers. Vermont Fish & Wildlife to stock over one million fish in 2015 The Vermont…

Courtesy of CSJ Athlete Tommy Grant rounds the bases during a recent baseball game this spring. The Saints spring sports season is heating up as the grounds dry out. By Justin Lemanski College of St. Joseph drew a crowd at several home games this week, with both baseball and softball earning victories. April 12 The…

Partnership trends launch M.A.X. Pass giving east coast skiers access to 22 resorts nationwide By Karen D. Lorentz Once upon a time there was just one season pass rate for two age groups, adults and children. They came in two permutations, seven- or five-day (midweek) passes and were available for fall/winter purchase to just one…

The Green Mountain Club, maintainer and protector of Vermont's Long Trail, recently released its annual message advocating responsible use of hiking trails from mid-April until Memorial Day weekend. Warmer temperatures and a substantial winter snowpack have made Vermont's hiking trails wet, muddy, and especially prone to erosion. Hikers walking on saturated soils or on the…

Castleton to host 2nd annual Right to Play Kickball Classic. CASTLETON, Vt. - Castleton members are gearing up for a day of sports, fundraising, and friendly competition as they prepare for the 2nd annual Kickball Classic in support of the Right to Play Foundation on Sunday, April 26. The Right to Play Foundation is a…

Courtesy of Chaffee Art Center Chaffee’s Annual Student Art Exhibit displays the creativity of students from 22 regional schools, from all grades. Friday, April 24 at 4 p.m. — RUTLAND — The Chaffee announces the opening of the 2015 Annual Student Art Exhibit entitled “Love of Imagination.” This exhibit highlights the work of over 300 students in…

Courtesy of Pentangle Arts Council HAYLEY REARDON Friday, April 24 at 7 p.m. — POMFRET — Pentangle Arts presents folk artist teen songwriter/composer Hayley Reardon performing Friday, April 24 at 7 p.m. at ArtisTree Community Arts Center. Performer Magazine describes her music as “brilliantly moving folk/pop with a lyrical depth and soul,” while American Songwriter Magazine…

Submitted BLUE JAY WAY Saturday, April 25 at 7 p.m. — RUTLAND — It’s a party, and you’re invited to the Southside Steak House on Saturday, April 25 for hors d’oeuvres and dancing to the six-piece band Blue Jay Way and DJ Mike C from MC sounds, a benefit for the United Way. Doors open at 7…

Courtesy of Brandon Music RACHEL CLARK AND BOB DEMARCO, “BLACKBIRD” Saturday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. — BRANDON — There will be a welcome return to Brandon Music for local duo Blackbird, after their 2014 concert thrilled the audience with their lively tunes and interaction. The duo, made up of Rachel Clark and Bob DeMarco perform traditional…

Submitted MATTHEW LORMAN Sunday, April 26 at 5 p.m. — RUTLAND — Come support local athlete Matthew Lorman in his quest to run a “Mini Olympics” race in Australia by having dinner! A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will be held on Sunday, April 26 from 5-8 p.m. at the Rutland Moose Club, 78 Center Street. Tickets at $10…

Courtesy of VINS Learn to take photos like this of birds in the wild in VINS class. Sunday, April 26 at 1 p.m. — The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) will be running a photography workshop on Sunday, April 26, from 1-3 p.m. “Lens on the Wild: Bird Photography Workshop” will teach participants the skills…

Photograph of Vermont protest from the Vermont Historical Society archives by Rod Clarke, UPI, 1979. Wednesday, April 29 at 6 p.m. — RUTLAND — The Vermont Historical Society has been holding public forums statewide to talk about the influence of the 1970s on Vermont. The Society is seeking input to help guide collections, documentation, and public programs…