By Robin Alberti A slim-fitting tuxedo with a patterned vest is on display at Penguin Jack’s. Purple dresses hang together at Camille’s Tuxedos come in different fits, ranging from loosest to tightest, boys can choose “relaxed,” “standard,” “fashion,” or “skinny” […]
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State employees targeted by telemarketing scheme costing thousands
The Vermont Department of Human Resources (DHR) is warning members of the State Employees’ Health Plan about a telemarketing practice promoting compound prescription drugs that can cost thousands of dollars. The telemarketing calls, apparently similar to those received by consumers […]
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Killington wins NSAA Conversion Cup award
Courtesy of SAM Rob Megnin, Dave Beckwith, Mike Solimano, and NSAA President Michael Berry are shown with the Conversion Cup awarded to Killington Resort. Recognized for innovative instruction for first-timers By Karen D. Lorentz KILLINGTON–The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) […]
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Welch recognizes local students at Congressional Art Competition
Submitted Photo one: “The Interior of Dreams” By Martin VanBuren Photo two: “Twenty-Five Shades of Grey” by Allison Naccarato Photo three:”Untitled” by Lydia Queredo Photo four:”Untitled” by Rachel Surrell Students from Poultney, Springfield, Windsor, Quechee, Weston awarded On Monday, May […]
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Killington moves forward with gunfire ordinance
Selectboard meeting fosters community conversation on useful but not burdensome restrictions By Cristina Kumka and Polly Lynn Killington will take steps toward adopting a new ordinance that restricts gunfire along certain town roads. The details, however, are still being ironed […]
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Speedy broadband spreads to more rural communities; $900,000 invested
By Stephen Seitz Last week, Gov. Peter Shumlin announced about $900,000 to speed up broadband service in a number of Vermont towns, including Rochester, Pittsfield, Norwich, Randolph, Royalton, Jamaica, Reading and Bradford. Rochester Town Clerk JoAnne McDonnell said, “It’s the […]
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New site for Killington fire department recommended
Fire Department Facilities Review Committee issues status report to the Selectboard KILLINGTON — The Killington Fire and Rescue Department facilities no longer meet state criteria or the needs of the volunteer fire department. In order for the town of Killington to […]
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State presents plans for replacing Killington bridge on Route 4
Portion of busy thoroughfare to close for 10 days By Polly Lynn KILLINGTON — At the past Selectboard Meeting on Tuesday, May 5, several members from the Vermont Agency of Transportation, including Jennifer Fitch, structures project manager, and Gary Sweeny, project engineer, […]
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Students helped to Green Up Killington
Courtesy of KMS KILLINGTON – On Saturday, May 2, towns across Vermont participated in the 45th annual Green Up Day event. In Killington, volunteers helped to clean up litter from the town’s 44 miles of roadways. Killington Mountain School student-athletes, […]
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Summer is here: the outdoor market opens
Courtesy The Mountain Times archives By Polly Lynn RUTLAND — This Saturday, May 9, the Rutland Downtown Farmers’ Market returns to its outdoor location. Along with sunshine and warm temperatures (finally!) the move from the indoor location on 251 West […]