Michael Edward Kenney, 72, of Rutland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020 at home with his family after a four-year battle with Parkinson’s Disease and Dementia. Michael Kenney was born in Quincy, Massachusetts in 1948 and served in the U.S. Navy from 1967-1969 as a damage controlman on the U.S.S. Jonas Ingram. His…

Old friends, new neighbors, huge opportunity For years, the Mettawee Community School (MCS) took advantage of its proximity to the magical Merck Forest & Farmland Center (MFFC). A few days each fall, students in grades 4-6 made the 20-minute pilgrimage by bus to Merck’s 3,200-acre campus for outdoor science classes taught by the inspiring MFFC…

By John Flowers In the fall of 2022 the Slate Valley Unified Union School District (SVUUSD) board is considering a move to send its 7th- and 8th-grade students to Fair Haven Union High School. The plan that’s being considered is part of a major reorganization proposal within the district aimed at saving taxpayer dollars amid…

By Katie Jickling/VTDigger Tom Canavan lived alone in his Rutland home, defiantly independent, until Sept. 24. It was only when Canavan’s memory started faltering and he wandered from the house that his family persuaded the 94-year-old to move into Rutland Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, where his wife Mary spent her final years. His children dropped him off…

As Covid-19 cases rise, what triggers a decision to go to remote learning? By Lola Duffort/VTDigger and Polly Mikula As Vermont struggles to contain a record-breaking surge in Covid-19 cases and officials brace for superspreading holiday get-togethers, one question is on the tip of the tongue for every teacher, parent and principal. “I get asked multiple…

Betty Barnouw recognized for her service Every year, the Vermont Historical Society presents the League of Local Historical Societies & Museums (LLHSM) achievement awards. These awards recognize the exceptional work being done by individuals and community heritage organizations throughout the state to collect, preserve and share Vermont’s rich history. This year, VHS bestowed four organizational…

Ski Country Real Estate, in Killington, recently welcomed a new Real Estate Agent, Patrick Bowen. Bowen has many years of experience in Property Management in Killington and the surrounding areas, Ski Country RE stated in a news release. He is a Vermont native living the majority of his life in Killington. “His extensive knowledge of…

By Brooke Geery Killington welcomed skiers and riders back to the slopes on Friday, Nov. 20, giving passholders exclusive access for three days before opening to the general public on Monday, Nov. 23. In a season that will definitely be like no other, excitement was high, but expectations were tempered after a week of warm…

By Curt Peterson On Nov. 18 Steve Finer of the Fire Department signed the purchase and sale agreement for the former Killington Fire and Rescue (KF&R) fire house on Killington Road. The price to be paid is $415,000. The buyer is Fireside Properties, LLC, one of several local companies owned by Stephen Durkee, and title…

PEAKS has enrolled KES in Smile Amazon! Calling all Killington locals, community members, and allies. The Killington Elementary School PEAKS organization needs your support. They’ve launched an online fundraiser via Amazon Smile to assist in supporting local education and enrichment programs. Your contributions will help to sustain and enhance the Trailblazers Youth Ski Program, technology…

The registration deadline is Jan. 1 By Curt Peterson Killington voters approved the zoning change for Short-Term Rentals Nov. 3, 482-262, but the actual form to register required two more Select Board meetings to finalize. The state defines a short-term rental (STR) as a residential property rented for less than 30 days at a time,…

By Katy Savage With Killington Resort requiring guests to make advance parking reservations to ski and ride this winter, local condominiums and businesses within walking distance of the slopes are threatening to tow unwanted vehicles. “We are very concerned about people trying to bypass the mountain and use our lot illegally,” said Howie Goldfarb, the…

On Thursday, Nov. 19, at 9:10 p.m., officers from the Rutland City Police Dept. were advised of a stolen vehicle complaint from Panera Bread parking lot in Rutland City. While investigating this complaint, officers observed this vehicle traveling on Route 7 and attempted to conduct a motor vehicle stop. The vehicle failed to yield, and…

Ronald J. Cioffi, RN, and CEO of the VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR), one of the state’s largest providers of skilled home health and hospice services, announced plans to retire in June of 2021. Cioffi, a registered nurse and native Vermonter, joined the VNA (then known as the Rutland Area Visiting Nurse…

RUTLAND — On Monday, Nov. 23, the Vermont State Police identified Jonathon Houghton, 35, of Holyoke, Massachusetts, as the victim of homicide. Following further investigation and an autopsy. The death was reported early Sunday morning, Nov. 22, at the Quality Inn in Rutland. Police were called at about 3:40 a.m. Sunday to investigate a report…