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Local teen featured in new book showcasing Gen Z changemakers

May 28, 2025
KILLINGTON—A new nonfiction book focuses on extraordinary teens making a real-world impact, including a familiar face for readers in the Killington area. “Gen Z Teens Take Action: Stories of Circumstance, Passion, and Opportunity,” by author Kelli Peterson, features a chapter on Pippa Scott, a Killington Mountain School senior and founder of the nonprofit Ride for…

Killington Women’s Club awards scholarships to local students for academic excellence and service

June 18, 2025
Two local graduating seniors were recently honored by the Greater Killington Women’s Club (GKWC). GKWC Treasurer Lisa Magliano presented the annual awards, each worth $1,000, which recognize one student for academic achievement and another for exceptional community service. Killington resident Joffre Legayada received the 2025 Sherburne Academic Scholarship, awarded to a Killington or Pittsfield student…

Foreplay Golf Company rebrands flagship event as the Green Mountain Classic moves to Rutland Country Club

June 18, 2025
RUTLAND—The Killington Classic, a popular and fast-growing golf event organized by Foreplay Golf Company, will get a new name and a prestigious new home in 2025. Rebranded as the Green Mountain Classic, the tournament will take place on Friday, Oct. 17, at Rutland Country Club, one of Vermont’s top-ranked golf courses. Foreplay Golf co-founders and…

Killington Recreation gears up for a summer of fun at the Johnson Recreation Center

June 11, 2025
KILLINGTON — With a hopeful nod to clearer skies after a rainy May, the Killington Recreation Dept. is preparing for a summer packed with activities, events, and community connections. The Johnson Recreation Center will serve as the hub for the town’s seasonal offerings, with programs for all ages beginning in mid-June. Johnson Recreation Pool opens…

Mission Farm accepts National Sacred Landscape Award for Odeon amphitheater

June 11, 2025
Mission Farm accepted a national recognition at the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Conference in Boston on June 6. Mission Farm was honored for its thoughtful integration of land and spirituality, earning the Sacred Landscape Award for the creation of the “Odeon,” a stone amphitheater designed as a community gathering space in Killington. The Sacred…

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Killington Resort announces staff promotions, management additions 

June 4, 2025
Josh Reed  Josh Reed has moved into the role of communications manager. Reed has been part of the Killington team since 2021, most recently serving as a ticket and reservation supervisor, where he was recognized for his thoughtful leadership and commitment to the mountain. Reed has over 20 years of sales and marketing leadership experience…

How Killington became The Beast Part 13

June 4, 2025
By Karen D. Lorentz Editors’ Note: This is part of a series on factors that enabled Killington to become the Beast of the East. Information is from author interviews for the book Killington, “A Story of Mountains and Men.” The rapid learning with GLM was made possible in part by the use of top-of-the-line equipment.…

Killington gears up for a fun-filled Saturday

June 4, 2025
June 7—KILLINGTON—Two family-friendly events are set to draw crowds in Killington on Saturday, June 7. First up is the annual Touch-a-Truck event at Sherburne Library from 10 a.m. to noon. Kids and adults alike can get up close with vehicles from the Killington Police and Fire Departments, GMP, Killington Auto, Town Garage, Regional Ambulance, Deer…

How Killington became The Beast, Part 12

May 28, 2025
By Karen D. Lorentz Editors’ Note: This is part of a series on the factors that enabled Killington to become The Beast of the East. Quotations are from author interviews for the book “Killington, A Story of Mountains and Men.” The most radical development at Killington was to experiment with the short ski and a…

Killington Select Board candidates call for financial audit to move forward

May 28, 2025
By Polly Mikula On Wednesday, May 28, Killington residents will head to the polls to vote on who will fill two new seats on its Select Board. Voters approved expanding the board from three to five members on Town Meeting Day. Bill Vines and David McComb are running for the two-year seat while Jon Wysocki…

Killington Resort gets an early start on construction

May 28, 2025
Staff report Progress is well underway on the Superstar chairlift replacement project, Killington Resort reported in its May 22 Insider Blog post. “We have completed removal of the old chair, including removing the chairs, haul line and towers and completed demolition of the top and bottom lift terminals and operator enclosures,” the resort stated. “We…

Local teen featured in new book showcasing Gen Z changemakers

May 28, 2025
KILLINGTON—A new nonfiction book focuses on extraordinary teens making a real-world impact, including a familiar face for readers in the Killington area. “Gen Z Teens Take Action: Stories of Circumstance, Passion, and Opportunity,” by author Kelli Peterson, features a chapter on Pippa Scott, a Killington Mountain School senior and founder of the nonprofit Ride for…

Public notice: East Mountain Road Paving postponed till Tuesday, May 27.

May 23, 2025
KILLINGTON—Temporary paving of East Mountain Road is delayed due to weather until Tuesday, May 27. The area will remain gravel until then, and is open to all traffic.  Please get in touch with the Killington Public Works Director, Abbie Sherman, at 802-712-4243 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

Raising the bar for ethics in Killington

May 23, 2025
Dear Editor, As a candidate for the Killington Select Board, I’m running on a commitment to transparency, accountability, and steady leadership. I believe that trust in local government begins with clear standards and clear enforcement. Killington’s current conflict of interest policy, adopted in 2019, provides a useful foundation. However, it lacks the tools to ensure…

New municipal water system is well underway

May 21, 2025
By Polly Mikula Building a new municipal water system to service Killington Road businesses, residents and a proposed new village at the base of Vermont’s second highest peak is a massive undertaking. Years of planning, grant applications, development agreements, TIF approvals, bond votes and bids are just a few of the more obvious hurdles the…

Killington Resort rolls out full slate of summer events and adventures for 2025

May 21, 2025
KILLINGTON — The snow may be gone, but the action is just heating up at Killington Resort as it unveils a packed summer schedule for 2025. From mountain biking and music to races and family fun, “The Beast” delivers non-stop excitement across its expansive terrain, with new additions and returning favorites lined up throughout the…

From Slopes to Service: KMS seniors host fundraiser at The Foundry

May 21, 2025
By James Kent Thursday, May 29 at 4 p.m.—KILLINGTON — The senior class of Killington Mountain School (KMS) will trade their ski gear for menus as they take over The Foundry at Summit Pond for a special fundraising event. In a unique partnership between KMS and the Karr Group, the evening will feature the 2025…

On your marks, get set, bow!

May 21, 2025
Total Archery Challenge returns to Pico for three days of competition May 23 through 25—KILLINGTON — Archers, outdoor enthusiasts, and families will gather at Pico Mountain Resort for a one-of-a-kind event this Memorial Day weekend as the Jack Link's Total Archery Challenge returns for three days of world-class 3D archery action, Friday through Sunday. Billed…

How Killington became The Beast, Part 11  

May 20, 2025
By Karen D. Lorentz Editors’ Note: This is part 11 of a series on the factors that enabled Killington to become The Beast of the East. Quotations are from author interviews in the 1980s for her book “Killington, A Story of Mountains and Men.” From 1954 to 1963, the focus was on getting Killington open,…

Public notice: Road closure in Killington, May 21 through May 22 (with additional work on May 23)

May 19, 2025
KILLINGTON—Casella is closing East Mountain Road to all traffic Wednesday, May 21 starting at 7 a.m. in the area noted below for placement of waterline pipe. The road will not reopen for the evening of Wednesday, May 21, and will remain closed until Casella has completed installation of the waterline pipe in the roadway. The road will…