By Kevin Coburn, courtesy of Green Mountain College Photo One: Green Mountain College Graduation Speaker Mindy Lubber Photo Two: Bagpiper Ian MacDonald leads the procession down Main Street in Poultney. He was followed by international students carrying flags from their native country.  POULTNEY— Green Mountain College awarded diplomas to 151 students during its 178th commencement…

By Paul Holmes and Polly Lynn Skiers and riders didn’t seem to mind the patches of mud linking the larger areas of snow on Skye Lark, in fact, many seemed to enjoy the mud and fast-grass more! Warm weather may have accelerated the melt, but it’s also increased the fun! While Superstar boasted top-to-bottom skiing on…

Courtesy of Town of Killington Spectators cheer for cyclists during the Stage Race’s Circuit Race last year. The town of Killington estimates the race brings about 1,200 people to town. KILLINGTON — The Killington Stage Race returns for the sixth consecutive year this weekend, bringing with it hundreds of top competitive cyclists from across the…

Photo one: Courtesy of VCC. Bill LeQuier of Readsboro Glassworks, looks thoughtfully through his glass sculpture. LeQuier’s work will be on display for Open Studio Weekend along with many others. Photo two: By George Rilly. Fabric artist Judith Reilly in her Brandon studio, surrounded by her works of art behind her. Photo three: By Tom Way. Fiber artist…

May 22 and 23 — WEST RUTLAND — The Marble Valley Players and director Martin Bones are pleased to present another “Fringe Festival Favorite” for your amusement. “If you liked ‘Plague, The Musical,’  you will love ‘Saucy Jack and the Space Vixens’ on May 22 and 23!” say the Marble Valley Players. “Think ‘Saturday Night Fever’ and…

Courtesy of Castleton State College Elementary Education graduate Meghan Susslin, of St. Albans, Vt. shakes a congratulatory hand during the commencement celebration, Saturday, May 9. CASTLETON — The largest class in Castleton College history passed across the stage at its 228th commencement ceremony on Saturday, bringing to close the 2014-15 academic year. Tim Donovan, former Chancellor…

By Maxx Steinmetz Photos Courtesy of Kate Troy RUTLAND — For the second year in a row, Mad River Rugby Football Club took home first place honors at Rutland’s home tournament, the Keith Page Memorial Rugby Invitational. On a hot, sunny day Saturday, May 9, teams throughout New England battled each other in hopes of…

The Fighting Saints make their USCAA National Tournament – also dubbed the Small College World Series – debut Wednesday, May 13 against Tennessee Temple University at War Memorial Stadium in Hampton, Va. College of St. Joseph enters the double elimination tournament as the sixth seed, and will play until they lose twice or win the…

BERNIE SANDERS Don’t laugh. It’s no joke, this Bernie Sanders-for-president business. It is serious politics, serious enough to change the Democratic Party and the national conversation. If it has not already done so. Here’s the thing to remember about presidential nominating contests: the process creates its own dynamic. But the process cannot begin until there is…

By Sally Curtis Bob Hooker speaks to Killington Arts Guild members about his unique, and often experimental techniques creating art at a recent gathering at the Killington Gallery. By Gerrie Russell The April meeting of the Southern Vermont Chapter of American Pen Women was recently held at the Art Gallery located above Base Camp Outfitters…

Courtesy of RRCC Race cars line Center Street in downtown Rutland, as fans get a close-up of their favorite Devil’s Bowl racers. Saturday, May 9 at 9 a.m. — RUTLAND — The windows will rattle and the ground will shake in downtown Rutland on Saturday, May 9 as the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce hosts the return…

Video courtesy of Bobby Lanctot Photo courtesy of Marie Cole

By Robin Alberti Building tall towers and enjoying sweet treats were among the activities enjoyed most by area children at Wonderfeet’s open house celebration this past Saturday. The new location features expanded space and new exhibits that foster creativity and engineering. Open house weekend followed by Pig Roast benefit, May 5 RUTLAND — Friday, April…

Courtesy of RRCC First Place Gross was won by the Rutland Redevelopment Authority team at the 2014 Chamber Golf Classic Fundraiser. KILLINGTON — The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce 30th Annual Golf Classic Fundraiser is scheduled for Friday, May 29 at Green Mountain National Golf Course in Killington.  The day will include a shotgun start at…

Courtesy of the Mountain Times Archives Photo One: Connor McGrath looks on as his parents, uncle and grandmother share in a toast. Photo Two: Scott Giguere stands with Miss Guinness. Local ‘old-timers’ organize Killington Reunion Weekend, set for June 26-28 By Polly Lynn A local group of self-proclaimed  Killington “old-timers” are organizing a reunion weekend,…