Here is a list of road construction projects happening in Rutland and Windsor counties.  Please remember to drive safely in all work zones. Lives depend on it. Rutland and Windsor Bethel – The bridge on VT 12 is open to traffic. No traffic impacts or delays are anticipated this week, but vehicles should note transition bumps…

On Aug. 31,the Everyone Eats program in Rutland handed out 250 meals in about a half hour at the The Vermont Farmers Food Center (VFFC). VFFC is coordinating the statewide program in Rutland County, handling the distribution of up to 22,000 meals beginning Monday Aug. 31, and running through Dec. 18. Meals will be prepared…

By Emma Cotton/VTDigger Several wooden pallet paintings, one with the Black Lives Matter slogan made by a racial justice advocate, placed on a Wallingford lawn were vandalized Wednesday evening, Aug. 26, according to the homeowner. State Police are investigating the incident. When the annual Wallingford Day — a celebration with music, vendors, and fireworks that was…

Ernie Royal hailed as ‘Jackie Robinson of the food service industry’ Ernie Royal, a Rutland restaurateur who became a national leader in the food industry and a purveyor of fine dining known across the region, will be honored on the Rutland Sculpture Trail in 2021. A national call for artists’ proposals will be issued for…

Killington Resort partners with  VFFC to give 700 bags of local foods and produce to community members in need Killington Resort announced on Aug. 26, a Farm-to-Trunk community grocery giveaway happening on Thursday, Sept. 3 from 3-6 p.m., or until all 700 bags have been given away, at Pico Mountain. The 100% locally sourced grocery…

First-of-its-kind facility in Vermont turns waste into renewable resources Casella Waste Systems, Inc. announced that it has broken ground on a state-of-the-art facility designed to separate spoiled and contaminated food products from their packaging. The facility, known in the waste and recycling industry as a de-packaging operation, uses a mechanical process to separate food waste…

Just before 9 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 31,  state police were dispatched to a report of a theft from a person at the Hannaford supermarket in Rutland.  The report indicated that a male subject had stolen a purse from a person inside the supermarket. While responding, several calls came in about customers and citizens chasing…

The Windsor County Sheriff’s Office will resume daily traffic patrols in Bridgewater and Bridgewater Corners. “We’re looking to run the program for a couple of months and see how it goes, and see what the numbers are,” Sheriff Michael Chamberlain said. According to Chamberlain, the new contract will be similar to a previous expired contract…

The Vermont State Police is investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday night in Mt. Holly. Troopers responded to the area of Gates Road at 7:34 p.m. on Aug. 30, following a report of a shooting. Cody Ahonen, 27, a resident of the home, was transported to Rutland Regional Medical Center for treatment of a gunshot wound.…

The new Public Safety Building in Killington is nearing completion, and at the town meeting on Aug. 26, the board announced its application for a 40x80 LED message sign at that location. If successful, this could pave the way for an additional LED sign to replace the current sign at the base of the Killington…

By Curt Peterson Jennifer Grant ran against three other candidates for the Democratic nomination for two seats in the House of Representatives in Windsor-1 District, including Hartland, Windsor and West Windsor. Grant lost her bid for the nomination to Elizabeth Burrows by just six votes. Grant successfully petitioned the Windsor County Superior Court for a…

By Katy Savage If you want to ski or ride at Okemo this winter you’ll have to make a reservation first. Vail Resorts, which owns Okemo, Mount Snow and Stowe along with 31 other resorts, released its winter operating plan on Aug. 27. Guests will be required to wear facial coverings at all times and…

Killington Resort partners with Vermont Farmers Food Center (VFFC) to expand food access with local products helping farms in the region and those facing food insecurity KILLINGTON—Killington Resort announced on Aug. 26, a farm-to-trunk community grocery giveaway happening on Thursday, Sept. 3 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., or until all 700 bags have been…

By Katy Savage A new residential care facility is coming to Mendon next month. Bhakta Care, LLC is opening Vista Senior Living at the former Cortina Inn with a total of 67 units. Manish Saxena, who is overseeing construction, said the owner, Ravi Bhakta, had thought of repurposing the inn for the past 4-5 years.…

Whiskey entrepreneur plans agriculture project POULTNEY— The Green Mountain College campus, which closed last year because of declining enrollment and financial challenges, has sold at auction for $4.55 million, much lower than the $20 million appraised value. Raj Peter Bhakta, the founder of WhistlePig whiskey in Shoreham, had the winning bid on Tuesday, Aug. 18. Bhakta’s…