Dear Editor, In the May 13, 2021, issue of the News & Citizen, Dave Yacovone informed us that the Vermont House of Representatives voted 146-0 to ban “forever” chemicals. One of the reasons he cited for the ban was the adverse health effects on fetal development. If he’s truly concerned about protecting fetal development, why…

Dear Editor, As a university student in Germany in 1966-67, I learned that teaching the history of Nazi Germany in German schools was strictly prohibited, much to the outrage of the younger teachers and their secondary school students. Students born during the Nazi regime and after were asking their parents, particularly their fathers, the painful…

By Richard Slusky Editor’s note: Slusky was CEO at Mount Ascutney Hospital and Health Center in Windsor from 1982 to 2010. After retirement, he was director of payment reform for the Green Mountain Care Board for six years. He now owns Slusky Consulting LLC. What follows is an open letter to the Green Mountain Care Board,…

By Erin Petenko/VTDigger Health Commissioner Mark Levine told Vermonters on Tuesday, July 6, that the best way to create a wall of protection against Covid-19 this fall and winter is to get vaccinated — and to talk to their family members about getting the vaccine, too. Roughly 82.4% of Vermonters ages 12 and older have started…

New leadership will further improve operations, resort says Early May, we announced organization changes in the mountain operations department that took effect in January alongside multiple promotions throughout the resort that shortly followed. We’re happy to announce additional structure adjustments and promotions that will further strengthen our ability to deliver memorable experiences year-round. Longstanding employee…

Richard Morse and his students used what they had and kept it simple By Shelby Graves, Grade 10 at Killington Mountain School While sitting in school, wouldn’t you want to be able to have the opportunity to learn outside while looking at the beautiful blue sky and fresh blooming flowers? Here at Killington Mountain School, math,…

RUTLAND—The Vermont Society of Health-System Pharmacists (VTSHP) recently announced its 2021 Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technician of the year, honoring two practitioners from Rutland Regional Medical Center. Saisha Branchaud, PharmD, BCPS, the director of pharmacy services, was named the 2021 Pharmacist of the Year. She was recognized for her “steadfast leadership” during the past year and…

By DJ Dave Hoffenberg Live music is what I missed most during the pandemic. Killington had a few places doing music but one had taken 15 months off, until now. One that people, including myself, have come to love seeing music at unfortunately had to take a break, until now. I am pleased to announce…

Friday, July 9 at 5 p.m. — BRANDON — To celebrate summer’s bounty, the Brandon Artists Guild (BAG) presents Feast for the Eyes — a new, all-member, all-media art show. The exhibit opens with a free reception on July 9 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and will run through Aug. 29. “Everyone’s hungry,” declared…

For the brave, adventurous and exceedingly hot By Brooke Geery Floating is a classic Vermont summer activity with many different vessels to choose from. A kayak or canoe will get you there faster and keep you drier, but as the mercury tops the charts, a simple rubber innertube is the best way out of the…

Thursday, July 8 at 7 p.m. — FAIR HAVEN — The Big Band sound of Enerjazz returns to Fair Haven’s Concerts in the Park on Thursday, July 8 at 7 p.m. This is the second in our series of eight summer concerts. This group has been a staple each year and always brings a crowd…

Explore eclectic string ensemble music during Homes & Gardens Tour Friday, July 9 at 6 p.m. — PITTSFORD — The Vermont Symphony Orchestra (VSO) is pleased to announce a visit to Pittsford during its 2021 summer season, coming together for a musical garden party at the Pittsford Village Farm on July 9 at 6 p.m. This free performance is part of…

Saturday, July 10 and 11, 6 p.m. ­— WHITE RIVER JUNCTION — Vermont-based Loom Ensemble has gathered together local dancers and professional theatermakers to devise a dance-theater performance, to tour Vermont city parks this July, sponsored by Open Door Integrative Wellness of White River Junction. “Twenty Twenty / Twenty Twenty-One: Dance-Theater for Collective Liberation” invites…

By Curt Peterson After a year and a half of postponements and re-postponements due to Covid-19 pandemic risks and restrictions, Hartlanders positioned along the parade route uttered a sigh of relief and joy on July Fourth – Old Home Day 2021. Participants referred to “last year’s event,”but “last year” really meant 2019, as Hartland’s and…

Wednesday, July 7 at 6:30 p.m. — HARTFORD — Join us at Lyman Point Park for a concert in the park featuring Chad Hollister. Hartford’s summer concert series, held ever Wednesday evening, continues with Hollister’s acoustic rock. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for this free concert. Hollister has opened for such greats as Bob…