Vote scheduled for Dec. 10 By Curt Peterson Barnard voters will decide whether to merge Barnard Academy into the Windsor Central Modified Unified Union School District on Dec. 10. Polls at the town offices will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pam Fraser, Barnard representative on the school district board and Carin Park,…

Pledge drive fails to raise funds to offset long-term debt By Lee J. Kahrs An appeal for pledges from members to keep the Neshobe Golf Club alive in the face of foreclosure has failed. Neshobe Golf Club Board Chair Jeff Wallin said Tuesday morning that the club was only able to raise about half of…

Killington Cup welcomes the fastest women ski racers, will Shiffrin defend her Slalom title for the fourth year? By Polly Mikula There’s no question that Mikaela Shiffrin is at the top of her game — a true superstar in ski racing. For the past three years, nearly 40,000 fans have traveled to see her race…

Multiple factors contribute to demand, vacation properties are majority of boom By Karen D. Lorentz Investments in both winter and summer attractions and activities at Killington Resort, expansion of Killington Mountain School programs, the transition to a year-round vacation paradise, the good value of real estate prices, and the “gig” economy of short-term rentals have…

By Curt Peterson KILLINGTON—Town Planner and Zoning Administrator Preston Bristow said there are approximately 931 short-term rentals in Killington—more than any other town in the state. According to the 2010 Census, Killington has only 820 full-time residents. The Killington Planning Commission is proposing a registration ordinance to deal with the growing number of short-term rentals…

By Lola Duffort/VTDigger Renovations are planned at the Slate Valley union district high school. The school board will be asking voters to approve a big construction project on town meeting day. The school board in the Slate Valley Unified School District, which straddles Addison and Rutland counties, has endorsed a multi-school project that would renovate the…

Saturday, Nov. 30 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.—MIDDLEBURY—Town Hall Theater in Middlebury presents Mario “the Maker Magician” Marchese, a New York-based, touring family performer known for his handmade robotic creations, upcycled props and new school slapstick character. It’s magic through the lens of the Maker Movement! As seen on Sesame Street, Sprout, and live…

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 3:30 p.m.—BRANDON— Start the holiday season off with this meaningful and enduring tradition of remembrance. Donations of $1 per name in memory of your loved ones will help light Brandon’s Memory Tree. Names will also be printed in the local newspaper. Please send a check made out to Brandon Area Chamber of Commerce…

Monday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m.—LUDLOW—Fletcher Memorial Library will host the 20th Holiday Silent Auction beginning on Dec. 2 and running through Dec. 13.  The auction will include plenty of bidding, music by Sammy Blanchette, and a visit from Santa. Refreshments will be available. Donations are now being accepted, including new merchandise, gift certificates, antique…

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m.—KILLINGTON— The Pickle Barrel Nightclub and Whistlepig Whiskey are excited to host the World Cup finale party featuring Sunday’s race day headliner, Twiddle, on Sunday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. The show will close out the weekend of festivities - which features world class ski racing and special musical guests…

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 2 p.m.—RUTLAND—Have you ever had a feeling that you have a “guardian angel” or that someone is looking out for you? Have you had a feeling that you are not alone? Have you ever had a close call and things worked out in a way that no would could have planned…

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 4 p.m.—BRANDON—Cleanliness is next to godliness… or is it? At the next Science Pub, Preston Garcia, Assoc. Professor of Biology at Castleton University, will discuss “Why being too clean can be harmful.” Learn why you might want to skip your next shower Dec. 1 at 4 p.m. at the Brandon Inn, 20…

Saturday, Nov. 30 at 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Julian Loida’s show at Brandon Music promises to be a unique sound experience comprised of all original music on vibraphone, written and performed by Loida himself. Loida first revealed his high skill level as a percussionist when performing at Brandon Music as drummer with the Burlington based band Ameranouche. Loida said his music…

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—The entertainment world is filled with extraordinary stories, but few match the beguiling true-life tale of Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, Canada’s reigning couple of Celtic music, whose dazzling career achievements underpin an incomparable off-stage life. This Christmas, these internationally acclaimed award-winning musicians, and their seven children, are inviting audiences…

Saturday, Nov. 30 at 10 a.m.—RUTLAND—Join Heritage Family Credit Union for a free screening of “The Grinch” at the Paramount Theatre on Saturday. Seating is limited and is first come, first served. There are no tickets required but there are prizes for the best Whoville hair.  The Paramount Theatre is located at 30 Center St.…