RUTLAND—Grace Congregational UCC has announced it is reopening for worship as of June 28. The church council voted at its June 15 meeting to begin reopening the church in a phased manner, an approach designed to provide sufficient opportunity to operate first in a low density and low contact environment before making the incremental changes needed to…

Michael Coppinger announced his resignation from the Killington Pico Area Association (KPAA), Tuesday, June 16, after receiving a job offer for a general manager position in the Killington area. Specifics of the new position have not yet been made public. “We are happy for Mike and his family for this growth opportunity and we hope…

Barnard School Board chair says “Sayonara” By Curt Peterson On July 1, when Barnard Academy becomes part of Windsor Central Unified Union School District, the Barnard Academy School Board will cease to exist. Barnard voters approved the merger into WCUUSD, a group of seven sending districts including Killington, Plymouth, Pomfret, Bridgewater, Woodstock, Reading, and now…

By Curt Peterson On June 2, Dave McComb, representing a group called Concerned Killington Taxpayers Association, LLC presented the Select Board with a petition requesting a popular vote for approval of proposed amendments to Killington’s zoning ordinances that would require registration of short-term rental (STR) properties. After consulting the town’s attorney, Killington selectmen agreed to…

By Curt Peterson If the Covid-19 pandemic has a lesson for us, it’s that our education system is both key and integral to the operation of our national, state and local economies. On June 10, Governor Phil Scott announced Vermont’s intention to reopen its 300-plus K-12 schools next fall, freeing parents of more than 80,000…

The Killington Police Dept. is investigating a number of burglaries that have taken place at businesses in Killington recently.  On Tuesday, June 23, Police Chief Whit Montgomery sent out a email to residents and business owners asking them to report any usual activity and to ensure all alarm and security cameras are in working order.  Recent…

By Lee J. Kahrs PROCTOR — It’s hard to find a silver lining during a pandemic, but Greg Maggard did. Proctor’s new town manager has been trying to get back to Vermont with his family since he left two years ago, and finally found a way. Maggard comes to Proctor via Virginia, where he took…

By Emma Cotton/VTDigger RUTLAND — A night of mixed martial arts fighting in Rutland was canceled by its organizer on Monday, June 15, after state officials had sent a cease-and-desist order. Randy Felion, the owner of Fight Night Promotions, had planned to hold the event June 20, but officials said it violated the state’s prohibition on…

Narrowing of road will make it pedestrian-friendly, create parklets for outdoor dining By Katy Savage Center Street in Rutland is getting a facelift this summer. The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved a $20,000 plan Monday, June 15, to narrow Center Street and create more space for outdoor dining. The plan calls for reducing the speed…

Staff report Amtrak announced in a “service adjustments due to coronavirus” update on June 17, that “While Amtrak continues to operate across the nation, we have adjusted our train services due to significantly reduced demand.” Specifically, Vermont’s two passenger lines will be suspended: the Ethan Allen Express (New York City to Rutland) will no longer…

There’s nothing cuter than kittens and puppies... until it’s time to find homes for them. Let the Rutland County Humane Society (RCHS) help! Our program is simple and free: If you’re a Rutland County resident, you can bring your mom cat or dog and her kittens or puppies to us at no charge. In exchange, the Humane…

Here is a list of road construction projects happening in the area. Please remember to drive safely in all work zones. Lives depend on it. Rutland and Windsor Counties Bethel – Bridge replacement activities along VT 12. Motorists should expect some gravel roadway with increased in-road activity on the job site. Moderate delays. Bristol – A paving…

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In a letter sent on Tuesday, June 16, KPAA Board President Hannah Abrams announced Mike Coppinger has given his resignation to the KPAA. The reason for Mike's unexpected departure is that he received an unsolicited job offer for a position as GM at a business in the greater Killington area that is of great professional…

LUDLOW—It was November 2019 when Wright Construction began the project at the Inn at Water’s Edge. The historic building, on the shore of Echo Lake off Route 100 in Ludlow, deserved a major facelift after serving as a peaceful retreat for guests over the past 21 years, the new owners, Bob and Connie Rae, felt.…