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Forrest Forsythe, 90 Former Killington town manager was a pioneer 

November 29, 2018
Whatever Forrest Forsythe set his mind to; he did zestfully and fully, immersing himself in his interests so deeply that they led him into one career after another and all around the world. Forsythe, who recently celebrated his 90th birthday and lived in Lincoln, MA, died peacefully on Nov. 18, 2018. Forrest was born to…

Coolidge Holiday Open House recognized as ‘ Top 10 Vermont Winter Event ’

November 29, 2018
Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.—PLYMOUTH NOTCH— Step back in time to celebrate the traditions of the season at the President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site. The Coolidge Holiday Open House has been recognized as a 2018-2019 “Top 10 Winter Event” by the Vermont Chamber of Commerce. The event is free, open to the public, ADA…

‘ Puzzle ’ is next film in Woodstock series

November 29, 2018
Saturday, Dec. 1, 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK— The ninth annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at the Billings Farm & Museum will feature the award-winning documentary, “Puzzle,” on Saturday, Dec. 1, at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in HD projection and surround sound, with complimentary refreshments. Reservations are strongly recommended. Marc Turtletaub’s first narrative feature, “Puzzle” provides a closely observed portrait of Agnes,…

Shiffrin wins third consecutive Killington Cup Slalom

November 25, 2018
By Polly Mikula The Killington Cup held Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 24-25, drew record crowds both Saturday for the Giant Slalom and Sunday for the Slalom races. On Saturday, sun and near-perfect snow on Superstar make for a very enjoyable and competitive race. A crowd of 18,500 cheered on the racers – especially Vermont-school Mikaela…

Local KMS alum hits big screen in Warren Miller movie

November 21, 2018
Photo by Richard Hallman Jim Ryan

Split Decision to perform at Wobbly Barn, two nights

November 21, 2018
Courtesy Wobbly Barn Split Decision

World Cup brings world-class music to Killington

November 20, 2018
Photo submitted KT Tunstall will perform Saturday, Nov. 24, after the first Giant Slalom run.

Laughter is on deck at the Paramount this week

November 20, 2018
Courtesy Paramount Theatre Patrick Ross & Rusty DeWees

Downtown Rutland welcomes crowds for Holiday Stroll, tree lighting

November 20, 2018
Courtesy Downtown Rutland Partnership A snow globe-worthy downtown Rutland gets a snow fall, as seen looking up Center Street from Depot Park.

DJ Paul Oakenfold to kickoff the Killington Cup on stage

November 14, 2018
Submitted DJ Paul Oakenfold sets up his equipment at Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England. He was the first person ever to DJ there, doing so Sept. 13, 2018.

FOLA presents Broadway Theatre Live, ‘ Present Laughter ’

November 8, 2018
Courtesy FOLA A showing of Broadway’s “Present Laughter” will be shown at Ludlow Town Hall Saturday.

‘The Telling Project’ aims to establish connections for veterans, community

November 8, 2018
By Dragons Eye The Telling Project is a way for families and communities to gain a better understanding of their military veterans.

Woodstock Farmers’ Market named ‘most beautiful’

November 7, 2018
Architectural Digest, the publication considered an international design authority, named Woodstock Farmers’ Market as one of America’s most beautiful independent stores in an online article published in October. The article, “The Most Beautiful Independent Store In Every State in America” which selected one “Most Beautiful Store” from each of the 50 states, noted the Woodstock…

A veteran’s struggle

November 7, 2018
By Katy Savage Kyle Aines drank to feel something. He drank to feel anything. When he came back from the war, “I drank to feel emotions. I was really shut down for a while,” he said. Courtney, his then girlfriend, didn’t realize how much the war impacted him at first, but there were signs—like how…

Snake Charmer wins season pass at annual Halloween party

November 6, 2018
Amy Carr of Chittenden won first place in the costume contest at the Wobbly Barn on Halloween night, Oct. 31. The legendary annual party boasts a grand prize of a Killington season pass, bringing heavy competition to the floor. It has been the premier Halloween party in Killington for over 50 years. The winners in…