RUTLAND—In November, Rutland Area Farm and Food link (RAFFL) launched an effort to raise $75,000 to expand its current programming and outreach within the current communities it serves. With a successful campaign by year’s end, RAFFL will be able to continue its efforts to capture fresh, seasonal food from local farms for those in need…

Nissan relocation is back under consideration RUTLAND—Early in 2016, Garvey Nissan filed an Act 250 application to build a new auto dealership on 16.5 acres at the border of Rutland Town and North Clarendon. The dealership had requested the application be held in abeyance while it worked to ameliorate “unforeseen technical issues,” but now the…

County students demonstrate community spirit Ella Patterson, PJ Cummings, and Sophia Rampone are representing Fair Haven Union H.S. in the inaugural Castleton University High School Art Festival. Each student has three works of art in the show, on display now through Dec. 19 at the Christine Price Gallery, located in the lobby of the Fine…

With winter weather now taking hold, Vermonters are readying their birdfeeders. But before residents put up their avian offerings, Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife recommends a review of the birdfeeding basics. “Birds of all species have very interesting behaviors, shapes, and plumage, and being close to them to be able to observe this is…

HARTLAND — Vermont State Police have arrested a Massachusetts man in connection with a bank robbery in Hartland over the weekend. The robbery occurred at 10:15 a.m. when a man entered the Hartland branch of the Mascoma Savings Bank on Route 12 at the junction with U.S. Route 5 and demanded money from a teller.…

Police are investigating the deaths of two skiers who collapsed at Killington Resort over three days. William Cusano, age 65 of Lagrangeville, N.Y., was skiing at Killington on Saturday afternoon when he collapsed on an intermediate ski trail, police said. He was transported the Rutland Regional Medical Center where he was later pronounced dead. There…

Police are investigating the shooting death of a Mt. Tabor resident that occurred this weekend. On Sunday evening, Vermont State Police from the Rutland Barracks responded to a 911 call from the town of Mount Tabor for a report of an accidental shooting at a residence. Upon arrival, troopers and Manchester rescue found David Shores, Sr., deceased within the…

By Adam Federman, VTDigger Vermont State Police are investigating the death of a Mount Tabor man whose wife told police he accidentally shot himself. According to police, 54-year-old David Shores Sr. ,was found dead from an apparent gunshot wound Sunday evening at his home on Brooklyn Road. Police said Shores’ wife called 911 and said…

The holiday season is a time for family, friends, and celebrations.  For too many, though, it is also a time of tragedy due to drunk driving. In 2016 so far, 63 people have lost their lives in 55 fatal crashes on Vermont roadways. Impairment by alcohol, drugs, or both, was a contributing factor in nearly one-half of…

Festive, joyful and togetherness are just a few words that come to mind when thinking about the holidays. However, a new national Allstate poll – released Dec. 8, just in time for the 2016 holiday season – shows “hazardous” should be at the top of the list, too. Allstate’s fourth annual national holiday home hazards…

By M. Kathleen Shaw, DVM, Vermont Veterinary Medical Association With the holiday season rapidly approaching, many pet owners are unsure which plants, foods, and decorations are and are not for their pets. Most species of lilies are deadly to cats. In some cases, a small amount of pollen or even one leaf can cause sudden…

WEST RUTLAND—Third graders in Mrs. Maxham’s and Mrs. Turgeon’s classrooms at West Rutland School received a very special gift recently: a dictionary. The dictionaries were donated by Rutland South Rotary Club as part of Project Dictionary. Rutland South Rotarians have visited third grade classrooms in eight Rutland County Schools for the past 15 years to…

The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is reminding hunters and anglers aged 65 to 68 who want a permanent license, but don’t yet don’t have one, to buy one before midnight on Dec. 31, 2016. Starting Jan. 1, the eligible age will be raised to 70, and that license will be free. A permanent hunting…

RUTLAND – The ribbon was cut by Sean Manovill at the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce in celebration of the opening of Club Fitness in Rutland. Club Fitness offers brand new equipment, top level personal training, classes, a great atmosphere and no contracts. Club Fitness of Vermont focuses on client’s personal growth, physically and emotionally, according…

WINDSOR—Windsor Southeast Supervisory Union recently received $4,044 in grant funds for kitchen equipment to ensure students have greater access to nutritious foods throughout the school day. Schools benefiting from this grant include Albert Bridge School in Brownsville, Hartland Elementary School, Weathersfield School, and Windsor Schools. “We are thrilled to have been chosen as a recipient…