KILLINGTON — Graham has been working in bike shops since the age of 14.  A former downhill mountain bike racer, he spends most of his time freeriding locally at Killington.  Having ridden in the Killington area for the better part of the last 20 years, it was no surprise he said “yes” when offered the…

By Amy Ash Nixon, VTDigger.org A lack of high-quality early learning opportunities for Vermont’s young children has led the Vt. Legislature and Gov. Peter Shumlin to form a Blue Ribbon Commission on Financing High Quality, Affordable Child Care. The commission will collect information on the state of early childhood learning opportunities across Vermont and will…

By Anthony Accurso, Alpine Bike Works “Trail 18,” also known as “The Cable Trail,” is a local favorite at Killington Resort. Located between the South Ridge and Stash areas, “The Cable Trail” is a short, technical line which is divided into three sections: upper, middle and lower. After one crosses the namesake cable at the…

  By Kyle Finneron What do you think is the most important variable when you are training? I’ll give you a hint: it’s not your pre-workout drink, or the food you have had for that day. People tend to forget that the most important ingredient to your training success is oxygen. If you don’t believe…

By Beth Roberts, Killington Bootcamp As we end our six weeks of training the public accountability lessens and the apprehension of continuing on their own sets in on the challenge group. Moving into this last week, I would like to offer some advice to all the particpants to help keep their momentum going. The power…

By Beth Roberts, Killington Bootcamp Cauliflower pizza crust is a great low carb option and delicious healthy alternative to heavy pizza dough. Ingredients: • Nonstick spray • 2 1/2 cups cauliflower, grated • 1 large egg, lightly beaten • 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese • Sea salt and…

Barb Wood If you had asked me six weeks ago what I would be thinking about this Body Transformation Challenge after week five, I might have told you that I probably would be hating it. But those who know me would know better. I am a competitor. This challenge has really awakened a part of me…

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Courtesy of the Town of Killington Girls Division winner Felicia Chang stands with Boys Division winner Connor Looney. KILLINGTON — Green Mountain National hosted the Killington Junior Golf Championship for the sixth straight year June 22–25. The 144 player field featured the top junior golfers ages 12-18 from 20 states and eight countries. Based on early…

Courtesy of MemorEvents The Red Knights Firefighters Motorcycle Club and fire trucks and police cars from several Rutland County departments held a pre-race parade on “Hometown Heroes” night. Devil’s Bowl Speedway gears up for Independence Day weekend with two fireworks events, July 3 and 5 WEST HAVEN – Leon Gonyo made short work of the 35-lap Modified…

QUESTION: Claire and Josh are playing in a tournament. On the 4th hole, Claire’s tee shot lands in the fairway. On approaching the ball, she discovers the ball is unplayable and lifts it under the unplayable ball rule. She then realizes the ball is in an area marked as ground under repair. She then proceeds…

LUDLOW – On Thursday, June 18, Jason Koponen, of Ludlow, Vt., made a hole-in-one at Okemo Valley Golf Club. Koponen aced the 17h hole from the white tee, using his 5-iron, for a 151-yard hole-in-one. Jack Koponen and Gary Stevens witnessed the amazing feat. Koponen’s name will be engraved on a plaque that hangs inside…

By Dave Hoffenberg The Killington Deli Team had a big double header last week with playoff implications on the line. First up they battled Slips Trips and Falls (STF) and things were going smooth all game. Two runs in the first by Dan Muller and Craig Brothers, Jus Archer drove in a run in the…

Courtesy of DuBois & King Proctor Water System Helped to save the town of Proctor $600,000 and brought its water system into compliance with the state regulations In the annual American Council of Engineering Companies of Vermont (ACEC/VT) Engineering Excellence Awards Program, a showcase of exemplary engineering projects completed in the state, consulting engineers DuBois…

Submitted Hairstylist shares a laugh with a mentee. RUTLAND — Adult-to-youth mentoring is one of the best ways to bring about changes in a young person’s behavior, attitudes, health, and academic performance. To celebrate mentoring within Rutland County, Five Elements Salon and Day Spa joined with the local mentoring organization The Mentor Connector to provide…