Recently, the Ludlow Rotary Club received a donation of 2,000 masks for use during the Covid-19 crisis. This is the second round of mask donations by Ted Rossi and the Rossi Family Foundation.  Rossi is a fellow Rotarian from East Hampton, Connecticut, owner of Rossi Group Lumber in Cromwell, Connecticut and the developer for SouthFace Village…

By Curt Peterson The town of Killington initiated a new short-term rental (STR) registration program in November, after residents voted to approved the zoning change. Zoning Administrator Preston Bristow told the Mountain Times that of the estimated 507 eligible short-term rental units in Killington, 394 have been registered and assigned program numbers as of Jan.…

Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 19, Killington Resort and Pico Mountain Resort will only require parking reservations on Saturdays, Sundays and peak days, Feb. 15-19. “We are able to make this change because our lift and terrain capacity are allowing plenty of space for social distancing and we have not had a need to limit visits on midweek days.…

By Emma Cotton/VTDigger MOUNT HOLLY — A 350-acre chunk of forest with high ecological significance has been protected. The state purchase of the parcel completes a conservation project that protects a 100-mile corridor for wildlife. The parcel connects sections of the Green Mountain National Forest, Okemo State Forest and Coolidge State Forest. The high elevation and…

Over 400 highly-trained volunteer instructors make Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports’ mission of empowering individuals with disabilities possible. Out of a dedicated pool of volunteers, Vermont Adaptive program coordinators recognized this year’s four Volunteers of the Year at off-snow trainings this fall, which were held virtually due to the pandemic. Tim Lonergan of Middletown Springs, Mike…

Mary Theresa Ojala, 100, of Rutland, died peacefully Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, at her home, surrounded by family, following a recent decline in her health. Mary Ojala was born Nov. 22, 1920, in Bayonne, New Jersey, to the late James and Francis Coyle O’Donnell. She was a war bride, marrying the love of her life,…

On Jan. 13, Gage Capen, 21, of Pownal was issued a criminal citation to appear in Rutland County Criminal Court to answer to three counts of  Grossly Negligent Operation following a crash on July 9, 2020. Vermont State Police-Rutland Barracks investigated the single vehicle crash with entrapment and ejection on West Street, in the town…

Program focuses on college-level research, collaboration, and presentation skills Woodstock Union High School and Middle School (WUHSMS) is one of approximately 1,800 schools worldwide to implement the AP Capstone™ Diploma program and innovative program that allows students to develop the skills that matter most for college success, such as research, collaboration, and communication. The program…

Club Fitness owner to comply with governor’s orders and pay $1,000 to the Vermont Foodbank Attorney General T.J. Donovan announced, Friday, Jan. 15 that his office has reached a settlement with Club Fitness of Vermont, Inc. and its, owner Sean Manovill, resolving claims that arose from Manovill’s decision to open for in-person business in May…

On January 15, Sheburne Memorial Library in Killington held a stuffed animal sleepover with animals belonging to local residents. The party started out with story time. About 40 animals gathered around Pooh who read the book on a carpet at the Sherburne Memorial Library in Killington. After that, he ordered dinner and iPie delivered! After…

Vermont Everyone Eats has been relaunched through continued partnerships supporting restaurants, farms, and Vermonters seeking help. In the dwindling days of 2020 with CARES Act funding coming to an end, scores of inquiries were made to community organizers: Is Everyone Eats ending? When will it come back? On Monday Jan. 18 it returned, thanks to…

The former snow Angel Tavern, located on Route 4 in Mendon sold at auction on Jan. 15. Mike Carey, senior VP of Tranzon Auctions, who oversaw the sale said he was unable to disclose the price or buyer’s name, but did confirm the property sold and the auction was well attended. Now the new owners…

On Jan. 13, Capen was issued a criminal citation to appear in Rutland County Criminal Court to answer to the charge of Grossly Negligent Operation x3 following a crash on July 9, 2020. Vermont State Police-Rutland Barracks were assigned the single vehicle crash with entrapment and ejection on West Street, in the Town of Proctor,…

By Rep. Jim Harrison On Jan. 6, the Vermont Legislature convened for the start of the 2021-22 biennium. Normally the first week has its share of tradition, as well as some pomp and circumstance, with the swearing in of all 180 lawmakers along with the State’s constitutional officers and the Governor’s Inaugural address, which are…

Once a student, Elizabeth Frascoia is now the executive director of GIV The Governor’s Institutes of Vermont (GIV) is excited to announce that this month the nonprofit organization will welcome Elizabeth Frascoia as its new executive director. This is the first time that a graduate of the Institutes has taken this leadership role, and she…