By John Puchalski, a.k.a. Grizz JORDAN SPEAR By Karen D. Lorentz Editor’s Note: This is part of a series on graduates of Green Mountain College’s Killington School of Resort Management (KSRM) program, the nation’s only three-year bachelor’s degree program in resort and hospitality management. Jordan Spear is one of the lucky snow-sport aficionados whose parents got…

By Stephen Seitz WOODSTOCK—The Woodstock Inn and Resort has embarked on a ten-year plan to create one of the finest resorts in the United States. "What we're doing is a vision for the future," said General Manager Gary Thulander. The first phase, priced at $2.6 million, is aimed at improving the hotel and its grounds.…

RUTLAND — Rutland Economic Development Corp. named College of St. Joseph President Richard Lloyd as its member of the year at its 78th annual meeting at Southside Steakhouse in Rutland, Thursday, Nov. 12. REDC Executive Director Jamie Stewart touted the accomplishments and gains of College of St. Joseph since Lloyd took over as president in…

By Tom Rogers, Vt. Fish & Wildlife Wildlife biologist Doug Blodgett raises a glass of Timber Rattler IPA with Brocklebank Craft Brewery owner Anne Linehan at the Tunbridge brewery. A portion of the proceeds of the beer will be donated towards Blodgett’s work on the conservation of Vermont’s timber rattlesnake population. TUNBRIDGE—The next time you…

Submitted Bryce Smith-Wallett Locals help police track down thief who broke into two vehicles at Brewer’s Corners MENDON — On Nov. 14 at approximately 1:38 p.m., the Vermont State Police responded to Wheelerville Road in the town of Mendon, Vt., after a concerned citizen observed a man throw a rock through a window of a…

By Christopher Biddle CASTLETON — Matt Dunne met with about a dozen Castleton University students on Tuesday, Nov. 9, as a guest of Castleton’s Democratic Leadership Club. Dunne is one of three Democratic nominee hopefuls for the Vermont governor’s seat, a former state congressman, and current head of community affairs for Google. Castleton DLC President…

E-waste causing problems in some towns By Stephen Seitz A global slowdown in the electronic waste recycling market is causing problems in some Vermont towns. "E-waste is in a bit of a turmoil," said Jim O'Gorman, who manages the Rutland County Solid Waste District. "It's still being worked out with the state. The contractor is…

Snowmaking and natural snow reignite the Longest Season in the East Killington Resort, the largest four-season resort in Eastern North America, became the first North American resort to open for skiing and snowboarding on October 18, 2015, but temporarily suspended operations due to warming temperatures after eight exhilarating days on snow. A stretch of patient…

Submitted Charlie Wise A Killington town founder who made a difference By Karen D. Lorentz A celebration of life for longtime Killington resident and former businessman Charles A. “Charlie” Wise, who passed away on Nov. 2, will be held at the Sherburne United Church of Christ (“Little White Church” on Route 4) Nov. 15 at…

By Robin Alberti Gov. Peter Shumlin, Vt. AOT and the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce held a public celebration and ribbon cutting for the completion of Rutland’s Runway Safety Area Improvements Phase 1, 2, and 3 totaling over $16.5 million investment. Airport manager Chris Beitzel praised the work of Markowski Excavating for finishing the project…

Submitted Amy Laramie hikes with husband Justin, son Aengus and daughter Brooke. By Karen D. Lorentz Editor’s Note: This is part of a series on graduates of Green Mountain College’s Killington School of Resort Management (KSRM) program, the nation’s only three-year bachelor’s degree program in resort and hospitality management. Amy Laramie was born and raised in…

CASTLETON–The Paramount Theatre and Castleton University present a broadcast of the Democratic Primary debate as part of the 14-month series "Project 240: Celebrating the American Experience" on Saturday, Nov. 14 at the Paramount Theatre. Doors open at 6:40 p.m., with the event set for a 7 p.m. start. The event is free; snacks and beverages…

HARTFORD — At approximately 2 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 9, Hartford Fire and Police personnel responded to a 911 call reporting an unconscious man at a private residence on Christian Street in the town of Hartford. Upon arrival, paramedics found a 66-year-old male deceased.  The subject was subsequently identified as Thomas Casey, who was determined to…

BETHEL — The Alchemist of Waterbury, Vt., the Vermont maker of Heady Topper, is getting a boost from the local sun to green its brewing operations. AllEarth Renewables, a Vermont-based solar tracker manufacturer and developer of solar projects, and the Alchemist have announced a partnership that will provide the brewery solar energy from a portion…

Tractor rammed ATM, caused moderate damage RUTLAND—On Wednesday, Nov. 4, at about 2:30 a.m. members of the Fair Haven Rescue Squad, who were returning from the Rutland Regional Medical Center hospital, contacted the Vermont State Police when they observed an attempted theft in progress at the Green Mountain Credit Union, located at 3141 Cold River…