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Jonas Kantola named semifinalist student in 2017 National Merit Scholarship

September 28, 2016
WOODSTOCK—Principal Garon Smail, Woodstock Union High School, announced Sept. 22, that Jonas M. Kantola has been named a semifinalist in the 62nd annual National Merit Scholarship program. Approximately 16,000 semifinalists, representing less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors, have been nominated for 2017. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to…

Woodstock Terrace honors local senior volunteer

September 28, 2016
WOODSTOCK—On Monday, Sept. 26, Woodstock Terrace Assisted Living presented local resident James “Mac” McClelland with the annual Woodstock Terrace Assisted Living Senior Service award. The award recognizes an area senior for making a difference in the lives of others through volunteerism. For the past eight years, McClelland has served the patrons of the Norman Williams…

Education course offers info on real estate resources

September 28, 2016
Thursday, Sept. 29—RUTLAND—The Rutland Natural Resources Conservation District (RNRCD) will host a continuing education course approved by the Real Estate Commission, on Thursday, Oct. 6, 8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. at the College of St. Joseph (St. Joseph Hall, room 105) on Clement Road, in Rutland. Registration is at 8 a.m. Pre-registration is required by Sept. 29…

Rutland accepted for refugee resettlement

September 28, 2016
UPDATE: WEDNESDAY, Sept. 28, 9 a.m. RUTLAND—The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants proposal to resettle refugees in Rutland, Vermont has been accepted, Amila Merdzannovic, director of the Vermont Refugee Resettlement Program announced Wednesday morning, Sept. 28.  “We look forward to working with you to welcome those fleeing war and persecution who are unable to…

O.A.R. to headline entertainment during the World Cup at Killington

September 21, 2016
Free admission to alpine ski racing and live music when Audi FIS Ski World Cup comes to Vermont, Nov. 26-27 KILLINGTON—Killington Resort announced Sept. 21 that the rock band O.A.R. will headline a robust music and entertainment lineup when the Audi FIS Ski World Cup comes to Killington, Vermont’s largest ski area, on Nov. 26-27,…

C.U. showcases new downtown Rutland dorms

September 21, 2016
By Julia Purdy RUTLAND—On Thursday, Sept. 15, at 4 p.m. a large and enthusiastic crowd gathered at 121 West St. in downtown Rutland to celebrate the official opening and renaming of the Clement Building, now housing Castleton University students in two formerly empty floors. A broad green ribbon was drawn across the entrance and a…

BJ’s withdraws Act 250 permit from Rutland Town location

September 21, 2016
By Patricia Minichiello The developer looking to put a BJ’s Wholesale Club in Rutland Town, next to the Holiday Inn off Route 7 South, has withdrawn his Act 250 permit appeal. Developer Gene Beaudoin, with Saxon Partners, said Friday Sept. 16, it didn’t make sense financially to continue the appeal process, fighting both the Diamond…

The vision and team behind Killington hosting a World Cup

September 21, 2016
By Karen D. Lorentz Editor’s Note: This is the second in a series of articles on Killington hosting the Audi FIS World Cup Women’s Giant Slalom and Slalom races on Nov. 26-27, 2016. Eight years ago Herwig Demschar, currently Powdr Corp senior vice president for international business development but then COO, described Killington as a…

Be alert, avoid moose on roads

September 21, 2016
Drivers need to be alert and cautious because moose will be on the move, according to the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department. Moose are more likely to be crossing roadways at this time of year, especially after dark or early in the morning. The peak of their breeding season is late September and the first two…

Vt. Department of Taxes enters into collection agreement with Airbnb

September 21, 2016
On Sept. 15, the Vermont Department of Taxes announced an agreement with Airbnb to collect meals and rooms tax on payment for lodging offered by its hosts. Vermont joins other states and the District of Columbia, as well as many other cities and counties where Airbnb has agreed to collect their occupancy taxes on behalf…

Early voting for the general election begins Friday, Sept. 23

September 21, 2016
Early voting will officially open on Friday, Sept. 23. Any registered voter will be able to request a ballot from their town clerk by phone, mail, or online and cast their vote for the Nov. 8 election. The elections team has already finalized, printed and sent the ballots to town clerks – some towns may…

Universal recycling law boosts fresh food donations

September 21, 2016
Vermont Foodbank and partners see 40 percent increase The Vermont Agency of Natural Resources (ANR) and the Vermont Foodbank announced Tuesday, Sept. 13, a 40 percent increase in food donations in 2016, topping the 25-30 percent increase seen in 2015. The announcement comes during September’s Hunger Action Month. It also confirms that healthier, fresher foods…

Gov. Shumlin touts expanded enrollments, improvements to VHC

September 21, 2016
Heading toward the Nov. 1 open enrollment period for Vermont Health Connect, Gov. Peter Shumlin applauded the dramatic improvements in the system and the expansion of more affordable coverage available to Vermonters. “What we’ve been able to do is take a huge federal investment and accomplish some great things for Vermonters,” Gov. Shumlin said. “We’ve…

FairPoint Communications upgrades broadband service in Rutland County

September 21, 2016
Upgrades increase high-speed Internet access to over 3,860 addresses in the county On Sept. 13, FairPoint Communications announce the completion of broadband upgrade projects in Rutland County. As a result of these projects, faster broadband speeds are available to more than 3,860 locations in the county – including some addresses for the first time. “Broadband…

Agency of Agriculture files final proposed water quality rule

September 21, 2016
Affects all farms in Vermont On Wednesday, Sept. 14, the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets filed the Required Agricultural Practices (RAP) Final Proposed Rule with the Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules (LCAR) and the Vermont Secretary of State’s office. This filing represents the final step in the public rulemaking process the Agency has…