By Alan J. Keays/VTDigger RUTLAND – Prosecutors say four police officers who exchanged gunfire with the son of the former Rutland city mayor, killing him in the downtown shootout following a short pursuit, were justified in their actions. Vermont Attorney General TJ Donovan and Rutland County State’s Attorney Rose Kennedy announced the results of their separate…

By Katy Savage Presidents’ Week is the last major holiday week of the ski season and resorts are expecting the numbers will be strong, with fresh snow and mild temperatures attracting people to the mountains. The overall season so far has seen highs and lows. Early season snow and cold temperatures allowed resorts to open…

Adults often look back fondly on their childhood experiences at summer camp. Camps can provide the opportunity to form lifelong friendships and discover rewarding hobbies that can enrich campers’ lives for decades to come. Choosing a summer camp is no small task, as the options at families’ disposal range from overnight camps to weekday afternoon…

Cedar Circle Family Adventure Package East Thetford All genders, ages approximately 6 - 11 At-home Camp Kit with optional on-farm visit days 1 week sessions https://cedarcirclefarm.org/familyadventurepackage In response to the pandemic, Cedar Circle Farm and Education Center is offering an alternative, screen-free summer camp experience for family units. The Cedar Circle Family Adventure Package is a week-long…

Brave the cold and come out for the final events of Rutland WinterFest 2020 this week. On the schedule are indoor and outdoor events for all ages across the city. For more information and complete schedule visit rutlandrec.com/winterfest. Curling for kids Thursday, Feb. 20 at 11 a.m. Giorgetti Arena Learn all about the fun and…

By DJ Dave Hoffenberg The Subaru Winterfest is coming to Bear Mountain and the free Saturday concert at 2:30 p.m. is Shakey Graves. Sunday at 1:45 p.m. is Vermont’s own, The Tenderbellies. I had the pleasure of speaking with Alejandro Rose-Garcia, who is Shakey Graves. He’s been making music in different capacities for 10 years.…

Saturday, Feb. 22 at  10 a.m.—QUECHEE—Even in the winter, there is always something to see in the woods. Connect with the natural world by exploring the VINS trails and learning forest facts while searching for fairies! Afterwards, build fairy houses to your heart’s content, then warm up in the classroom with some hot chocolate and…

Monday, Feb. 24 at 4 p.m.—KILLINGTON—The Greater Killington Women’s Club (GKWC) is sponsoring a snowshoeing and libations event on Monday, Feb. 24. Club Board Member Lisa Davis Lewis also owns Bear Trax Adventures and has offered to host this snowshoeing excursion for the club. Participants will meet in the lower lobby of the Killington Grand Hotel, 228…

Sunday, Feb. 23 at 4 p.m.—CHITTENDEN—The Chittenden Dammers have been blessed with a healthy group of active members who all help keep snowmobiling alive and well in Chittenden. Jodi Casey and Amy Carr are again co-chairing the now second annual Dam Good Time.  Save the date – Sunday, Feb. 23 starting at 4 p.m. at the Mountain…

Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Are those footprints you see in the snow domestic cats or dogs, bobcats or coyotes? Joel Flewelling from the Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife will present a talk on identifying animal tracks in winter at Grace Congregational Church. Free and open to the public. The church is located at…

Friday, Feb. 21 at 3 p.m.—KILLINGTON—It’s been a “minter” wonderland at Pico so far and needless to say, it has been “oat” of this “swirled!” Head to the Pico Base Lodge on Friday for a Ben & Jerry’s ice cream social we’re sure you “pecan’t” resist. That’s right, they will be handing out free samples (while supplies last) of…

Monday, Feb. 24 at 5:30 p.m.—READING—The recently reorganized Reading Democratic Town Commit will hold its inaugural “Meet & Greet” at the Reading Town Hall on Monday 5:30-7:30 p.m. The Committee invites all residents who are either Democrats or interested in joining the Democratic Party to attend. Refreshments will be served. The keynote speaker will be…

Friday, Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m.—WALLINGFORD—Sparkle Barn’s curated compilation of clips, short films, TED talks and more will take you on an exploration of how we see and experience beauty, wonder and awe. What are the ingredients - can they even be named? How does our culture as well as different cultures, past and present,…

Satursday, Feb. 22 at 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Chelsea Berry is a singer-songwriter with the edge, power, and finesse of legends. Her presence has been described by listeners as “compelling… she draws the entire house into her world like moths to a flame.” As a vocalist and performer, she evokes the style of artists such as Cheryl Crow,…

Saturday, Feb. 22 at 5:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—Join in for a free baked potato dinner and dancing with a short presentation of pictures and stories from Shetland — the UK’s most remote inhabited group of islands, located 200 miles North East of Scotland. It is  famous for its bird watching, knitting, and history of ship wrecks.  Folk…