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Legislators give updates on bills
January 24, 2018
By Evan Johnson Local business and community leaders came out early Monday morning for a legislative breakfast that featured updates and discussion on bills progressing through the state legislature in Montpelier. Rep. Butch Shaw (R - Rutland 6) said recent bills concerning paid family leave, a carbon tax, increasing the minimum wage and simplifying Act…
Suspect in standoff had a BB gun
January 24, 2018
By Alan J. Keays/VTDigger MONTPELIER—State police say that a pistol a man displayed during a standoff, Jan. 16, on a field at Montpelier High School, prompting nine officers to open fire and kill him, was a BB gun. A day after the shooting, police said Wednesday their investigation has identified the silver handgun Nathan Giffin,…
January 24, 2018
January 24, 2018
The flavors of Aquarians
January 23, 2018
By Cal Garrison, a.k.a. Mother of the Skye This week’s horoscopes are coming out under the light of an Aries Moon, in the wake of the Sun’s entrance in Aquarius. As I look at the chart for this week, I see that there are all kinds of planets and asteroids in Aquarius, including the Moon’s…
Horoscopes for January 17th – 23rd, 2018
January 23, 2018
Cal Garrison (a.k.a Mother of the Skye) writes weekly horoscopes for The Mountain Times. If you would like an emailed notification sent to you weekly, sign up for the newsletter, below. Want to hear more from Mother of the Skye? Check out Mother's Celestial Inspirations for a deeper look into this weeks horoscopes Mother of…
Killington bonfire raises funds
January 18, 2018
By Evan Johnson Killington visitors and locals hauled their Christmas trees to Charity’s Tavern and Restaurant on Sunday evening for bonfire and fundraiser. The event was a benefit for the Killington-Pico Rotary club and Vermont Special Olympics, which will hold the 2018 Winter games at Pico Mountain, March 18-20. Special Olympic Vermont Athlete Jack Rasmussen…
Rockin’ the region with Jordan Snow
January 18, 2018
By DJ Dave Hoffenberg Oorah! After spending the last four years in the Marines, Jordan Snow finds himself back doing what he loves best: playing music in Killington with his band, K-Town’s Finest. There are many opportunities to see him play — and they’re all at The Foundry. Friday night, Jan. 19 at 7 p.m. he…
January 10, 2018
January 17, 2018
THE QUESTION: "It was 14 degrees below zero today. What’s the one piece of clothing or gear you need, to be out on a day like this?" “This balaclava has been amazing today. Keeping my face and neck warm-ish is on the top of my list. If my face is cold, I’m cold all over.”…
Pot expected to be legal in Vermont this summer Recreational use of marijuana passes Vermont Senate, expected to become legal July 1
January 17, 2018
By Alan J. Keays, VTDigger Gov. Phil Scott reiterated Thursday, Jan. 11, he plans to sign the bill legalizing the recreational use of marijuana in Vermont, but said he’s still undecided about whether to have a public signing for H.511 and did not say when the signing (public or private) would happen. The bill, H.511, cleared the…
Catch the power and strength of a modern day Joan of Arc in National Theatre’s “Saint Joan”
January 17, 2018
Saturday, Jan. 20, 2 p.m.—RUTLAND—The fourth screening of the Live in HD from the National Theatre series will be an encore broadcast of the Donmar Warehouse/National Theatre production of “Saint Joan” on Saturday, Jan. 20 at 2 p.m. on the big screen at Paramount Theatre. Celebrated actress Gemma Arterton takes on the iconic role of…
Group keeps seniors active and engaged on-piste
January 17, 2018
(Click for full image) By Karen D. Lorentz “Wow, that is inspiring but I don’t think my knees will last that long!” So said a 30ish male at Okemo, reacting to members of the 70+ Club racing, including some in their eighties and one in his nineties. Another man quietly confided he was 75 and…
Cobras enter 2018 with eyes on improvement
January 17, 2018
RUTLAND—The Cobra Gymnastics Team is rolling into 2018 with success and excitement for the rest of their competitive season. In a time when USA Gymnastics is undergoing a hard evaluation, the Cobra girls continue to show their prowess of strength, focus and dedication, all under the healthy coaching models of Shelby Collett and her staff. …
Woodstock students design for empathy
January 17, 2018
Woodstock Union High School Innovation, Design, Engineering and Action (IDEA) students have learned to be empathetic by designing for it. Creating devices that simulate the challenges that arise from concussions, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), ALS, and dyslexia, students hope that experiencing the frustration that comes with these disabilities will bring about understanding, and maybe some…
Former Audubon Society president talks on Costa Rican birding trip
January 17, 2018
Tuesday, Jan. 23, 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Join Marv Elliott, a long-time member and past president of Rutland County Audubon, as he narrates the photo story of his trip to Costa Rica this past spring. “Costa Rica — A Birder’s Paradise” will be held Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. at Grace Congregational Church, 8 Court St., Rutland. This…
Coaches vs. Cancer game set in Fair Haven
January 17, 2018
FAIR HAVEN— Fair Haven Union High School will once again join in the fight against cancer by sponsoring Coaches vs. Cancer games. This year they will compete on the court with Otter Valley. The public is invited to attend the Coaches vs. Cancer night to cheer on the Slaters. The games, which take place at…
