By Noreen McGill Ever wonder what happened to that lost sock? I might know. My great uncle Ed’s farm in Chaplin, Connecticut, was our family farm. My mother’s great grandparents, Big Nannie and Grandpa, came from Ireland to farm and work in the Willimantic Textile Mills and for the railroad. For me, the farm was…

Crafts, activities and virtual tours available WOODSTOCK—Billings Farm & Museum is offering options for local families and for folks farther away who want to explore our farm and museum. Visit billingsfarm.org/billings-farm-at-home where you will find “Bag of Fun” activities and crafts to download as well as virtual visits with our farm animals. Watch “Introduction to Milking” and…

FAIR HAVEN— Now that spring is in sight, the plans for the May 23 Memorial Day Parade are moving along. Parade organizers welcome new and old parade participants from floats to bicycles.  They hope to see organizations, sports teams, clubs and groups who want to showcase what they are passionate in. Traditionally students have been the…

By Brooke Geery With life upended for everyone in the world, it’s important to stay positive and look for whatever rays of sunshine may come. Things may not be perfect, but they’re definitely going to get better eventually. In the meantime, be thankful for what you have. Here are 10 bright sides, or silver linings,…

By Anne Galloway/VTDigger and Polly Mikula As the nation, and the region, faces a dearth of personal protective equipment for health care providers in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, volunteers and small local companies are stepping up to fill the void. Jillian Bradley, co-owner of the Barnard General Store, posted the following message to the…

Comcast announced steps to help ensure people stay connected to the Internet as more schools suspend classes and companies encourage employees to work from home due to the Coronavirus. “During this extraordinary time, it is vital that as many Americans as possible stay connected to the internet – for education, work, and personal health reasons,”…

Daily Bread by Rick Daily Location: Gills is located on Strongs Avenue in Rutland Favorite dish? Roast Beef Mini with horseradish and mayo on both sides, provolone cheese, tomato and onion on top and finished with pepper and their homemade oil, vinegar and spices mix. What makes it unique? They make it to order before your…

By Ryan Dunfee Working from home for the first time due to the coronaviris? Here are a few tips from a seasoned remote worker that could help. Do not work from your bedroom in your pajamas. Set up a clean, intentional office space somewhere outside your bedroom, even if it’s just the kitchen table. Your…

As this crisis evolves, so does the plan to best manage this unprecedented time. Starting Monday, March 16, Rutland Co-op will be closing 30 minutes early each day so they can do an extensive cleaning.  They will be wiping down all surfaces; disinfecting and sanitizing spoons, containers, and carafes; and mopping the floors. Vinyl gloves will be available at…

“If there is ever a time we need our yoga practice it is now, and as much as I love to see your yogi faces in our lovely studio I think it is time to respond intelligently and prudently to the situation at hand,” Killington Yoga’s Karen Dalury said. So starting March 16, in lieu…

If you need help and you are stuck at home, or if you think you can help those in need, please reach out to Rutland County Mutual Aid.  Rutland County Mutual Aid is a site that connects people in need with people who can help. The website has two surveys on it: one for folks who are able…

The Rutland Community Cupboard will be implementing a new safety and access plan beginning March 16. The main objectives are to provide continuing access to food to all that need it within the community, while ensuring the highest possible level of health and safety for customers and volunteers. The RCC will be open Monday 11…

The Rutland Audubon society has cancelled all programs for the month of March, however, individuals can still participate in birding activities. The West Rutland Marsh at 8 Mable St. in West Rutland  is a great locale for new birders and seasoned experts. Walk any or all of the full 3.7 mile loop in this National…

Reading a book can be a great way to escape reality, and there’s no better reality to escape than the one we’re living in right now. Unfortunately, unless you’ve been hoarding books for years, you may lack fresh materials to read. While some area libraries are closing their doors to the public, others remain open…

By Karen D. Lorentz Taylor Zink was one of the lucky kids who learned to snowboard because his mom worked at a ski area. Born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Zink grew up in Dalton in the heart of the Berkshires and graduated from Wahconah Regional High School in 2007 and Bryant University in 2011 with a degree…