Dear Editor, I have a lot of serious concerns about what is happening in Killington. As a long time resident and gardening professional, I’m alarmed at the decisions that have been made. I’m all for the beautification of Killington, but the decisions made on few new garden areas were not well thought out. The amount of…

Dear Editor, Interesting front page story about the “war” on weeds in this past week’s edition (June 18-24) and the growing use of “economic poisons” as pesticides are known in the trade. Blockbuster products such as Monsanto’s Roundup have been exposed before. If the state is not interested in reducing pesticide use that’s a shame.…

By Bobby Lanctot Watch the preview video HERE As a reporter, one must stay objective and not become the story they are telling. Therefore, this is no longer a “news story” as much as a personal reflection. Just 24 hours after I taped interviews previewing the upcoming ”Killington Reunion Weekend” starting Friday, June 26, I…

By Anne Galloway, www.VTDigger.org Democrat T.J. Donovan will run for Vermont attorney general in the 2016 election, regardless of what incumbent Bill Sorrell decides. The Chittenden County state’s attorney told Seven Days on Sunday that he has decided to make a second bid for the office held by fellow Democrat Sorrell. Donovan said Monday that…

Courtesy of MemorEvents Photo One: Bob Donahue of Jaffrey, N.H., won the New England Antique Racers Modified feature at Devil’s Bowl Speedway. Photo Two: Bob Seward of Lee, Mass., won the New England Antique Racers Sportsman feature at Devil’s Bowl Speedway. Bergeron back in Late Model victory lane WEST HAVEN – Jason Durgan and Ron…

Courtesy of Paul Hatin, Mendon Fish & Game Club Adrianna Zsido and Mick Johnston catch fish at the derby. MENDON — The Annual Fran Renner Youth fishing Derby was held on June 3 at the Mendon Fish & Game Club in Pittsford, Vt. The pond was stocked with 200 trout ranging from 12-24 inches, plus…

The Vermont team extended its Tri-State winning streak to six consecutive years with a narrow victory at The Oaks Golf Links in Somersworth, N.H., Vermont State Women's Golf Association announced June 19. Vermont took a commanding lead of 13.5 points after Tuesday’s alternate shot matches, but saw that lead dwindle to just 5 points over…

QUESTION: Meaghan and Kyle are playing in a tournament. On the 9th hole, Meaghan strokes her ball into a group trees and it rests against a tree root. The tree is within a ground under repair area. The ball, however, is against part of the root which is outside the ground under repair. Because the area of…

By Dave Hoffenberg And then there was one, undefeated team that is, but it was not easy for Clearly Moguls to remain that way. First up was the Sum Boss Bombers and on a rainy night, CM was able to string together some hits and overcome the great pitching from rookie Nick Melotti. The Bombers…

By Tony Accurso Labyrinth, is a fun, super technical trail located in the Green Mountain Trails system in Pittsfield Vt. This trail was completed in 2008 in one day by 12 volunteers. It is situated in a small pine forest near the mountain summit, and can be accessed at the intersection of the Green Trail and…

LUDLOW — On Saturday, June 27, the Ludlow Rotary Club and Okemo Mountain Resort will once again co-host our Annual Okemo Bike Climb.  The race field is limited to 250 riders with a mass start event with following categories: Men & Women: 19-12, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+, Clydesdale Men 190+ lbs., Filly…

By Erin Mansfield, VTDigger.org Advocates failed to get legislation passed this year to address online dating scams, but that hasn’t stopped them from informing Vermonters about the multimillion-dollar industry. AARP Vermont says scammers disproportionately target senior citizens on legitimate dating sites like Match.com, develop online relationships with them and then claim they are in emergencies…

By Dom Cioffi I took my family to Washington, D.C., this past weekend to roam the monuments and museums located within our nation’s capitol. Both my wife and I were looking forward to immersing ourselves within the history, science and wonder that the Smithsonian and other museums have to offer, but we were concerned that…

Suzanne Ellis–Leonard I am focusing on the young naturally athletic girl I once knew named Suzanne. Once I reach my goal, she’ll be back except this time she’ll have more worldly experiences under her belt (minus the “muffin top”) and a better insight on what life is truly all about.  I see the new and…

  By Kyle Finneron This week I asked all of the participants to think about their lives if they woke up tomorrow and had their ideal body. I wanted them to really imagine what their lives would be like, what would they be doing and how different their life would be. It sounds like a…