Killington

KILLINGTON— Killington Resort hosted its annual Pass Holders Appreciation Day on Saturday, April 19, treating guests to a complimentary lunch, beverage, and dessert as a thank-you for a great season. The day also brought together more than 50 members of the resort’s 100-Day Club for a group photo. Over 175 skiers and riders joined the…

By Polly Mikula On Monday, April 28, the Killington Select Board unanimously voted to approve the Killington water system ordinance as presented Abbie Sherman, director of public works. The ordinance will be posted at the town office, town library, post office, welcome center, and the deli as well as a concise summary of ordinance published…

By Polly Mikula The Killington Select Board was informed by town lister Butch Findeisen Monday, April 28, that the state-mandated reappraisal of its Grand List would not, in fact, be happening this year as scheduled.  The third party-contractor, Vision, who the town hired to do the work, was not able to complete its evaluations on…

By Karen D. Lorentz Editors’ Note: This is part of a series on the factors that enabled Killington to become The Beast of the East. Quotations are from author interviews in the 1980s for the book “Killington, A Story of Mountains and Men.” Despite the two-year delay to Killington’s debut—caused by the access road not…

A special election will be held May 28 By Polly Mikula UPDATE: Andrew Gieda has withdrawn his candidacy for the one-year Selectboard seat,  Killington Town Clerk Peggy Neisner told the Mountain Times, Wednesday, April 23.  KILLINGTON — Monday, April 21, was the deadline for candidates to submit petitions to be on the ballot to join the…

By Karen D. Lorentz Editors’ Note: This is part of a series on the factors that enabled Killington to become the Beast of the East. Quotations are from author interviews in the 1980s for the book ‘Killington, A Story of Mountains and Men.’ In 1956, the only way to reach Killington Mountain was via West…

KILLINGTON — Construction for Contract 4 of the Killington Water System began Tuesday, April 15, with saw cutting pavement on Killington Road. The contractor, SUR Construction, will start near Ravine Road and work south on Killington Road, according to Abbie Sherman, public works director for the town of Killington. Installation of the waterline pipe could…

On Sunday, April 13, Killington Resort said farewell to the Superstar Express Quad with a party at the K-1 Umbrella Bar, featuring free t-shirts at the top of the lift, live music, giveaways, and a photobooth. The lift ran until 5 p.m. for one last ride. The chair will be replaced with a 6-pack early…

By James Kent What began as a cozy wine-and-charcuterie hideaway tucked inside the Spa at the Woods building has blossomed into one of Killington’s most exciting new dining experiences. Since its opening in November 2024, the Killington Café & Wine Bar has steadily evolved its menu from simple small bites to elevated but approachable cuisine…

Saturday, April 19 at 11 a.m.—KILLINGTON–Killington Resort is sending off the season in style with its annual Dazed and Defrosted spring celebration. Known for its lively atmosphere, free live music, and nod to the season’s most dedicated skiers and riders, the event will take place slope side of the K-1 Lodge and is open to…

By Karen D. Lorentz One of the things that made Killington unique was the input and work of women from the get-go.  The 1950s were the era when ski area development and management were the province of men. Few wives of founders participated in decision-making, let alone were incorporators, directors, and officers of the parent…

By Polly Mikula On Tuesday night, April 1, Killington residents got their first look at architectural concepts for redesigning the town pool and recreation facilities on River Road. The pool is currently leaking water and the pool/pool house are eight years past their “useful life,” according to Steve Nisimblat, who’s been on the recreation commission…

Staff report Killington’s annual Bear Mountain Mogul Challenge was Saturday, April 5. Amateur bumpers took to the slopes of Outer Limits in challenging weather conditions to battle for a place in the finals. The top 32 men and 16 women earned a change to compete in a head-to-head competition for the Mogul Challenge cup. The top…

By Karen D. Lorentz Last week, I wrote that State Forester Perry Merrill initially envisioned developing Killington Mountain for skiing to benefit the state. However, it wasn’t until he met the young Preston Smith that he found a passionate skier who would share his enthusiasm for a mountain few were aware existed. Although he checked…

The Vermont Department of Mental Health (DMH) will host its annual conference at the Killington Grand Resort Hotel on Wednesday, April 9. The event will feature workshops, presentations, and opportunities for mental health clinicians to earn continuing education credits. Attendees will hear from keynote speakers AnneMoss Rogers, an expert in suicide prevention, and Keith Whyte,…