RUTLAND — Green Mountain Power and Castleton College, which recently opened Castleton Downtown directly across Merchants Row from the GMP Energy Innovation Center, are expanding their collaboration on community and economic development. “Since we’ve had office space adjacent to each other, the opportunities to work together, formally and informally, have blossomed,” Castleton President Dave Wolk…

On Tuesday, May 12, the Vermont House passed S.29, which allows all eligible Vermonters the opportunity to register to vote up until as well as on Election Day. The current law has a registration deadline of the Wednesday before the election. “I am very grateful to the House (and specifically to Speaker Shap Smith, Reps.…

RUTLAND — The Rutland Recreation and Parks Department offers an introduction to a variety of sports and skills for ages 3 - 5. Soccer, tee-ball, lacrosse, football and more will be included in this fun, non-competitive program. Parent involvement is required. The camp will be held on Thursday evenings from 5:30-6:15 p.m., May 28 - July 2. The fee…

Water leak calls for new pipes, valves RUTLAND—The city’s recent massive water leak may determine the direction most needed for improving the piping infrastructure. As work crews sought the location of the leak, they discovered that numerous valves--some in critical locations--do not close, making locating the source of the leak difficult. That finding is causing…

Courtesy of KMS KILLINGTON – On Saturday, May 2, towns across Vermont participated in the 45th annual Green Up Day event. In Killington, volunteers helped to clean up litter from the town’s 44 miles of roadways. Killington Mountain School student-athletes, faculty and staff did their part to help for several hours this past Thursday, cleaning…

Courtesy The Mountain Times archives By Polly Lynn RUTLAND — This Saturday, May 9, the Rutland Downtown Farmers’ Market returns to its outdoor location. Along with sunshine and warm temperatures (finally!) the move from the indoor location on 251 West Street to Depot Park is a sure sign that summer is here. The outdoor farmers…

By Sally Curtis Bob Hooker speaks to Killington Arts Guild members about his unique, and often experimental techniques creating art at a recent gathering at the Killington Gallery. By Gerrie Russell The April meeting of the Southern Vermont Chapter of American Pen Women was recently held at the Art Gallery located above Base Camp Outfitters…

By Karen D. Lorentz Twin girls were born to Erin and James Lorentz of Rutland on April 2, 2015. Elana weighed in at 5 pounds, 2 ounces and younger sister (by one minute) Calen weighed 4 pounds, 12 ounces. All are doing well! The girls are the granddaughters of Paula and Dennis Sheridan and Karen…

Submitted Paul Robbins By Ned Dyer Paul Robbins, a.k.a. Fat Paul, a.k.a. Pablo, a.k.a. Paco, passed away April 28, 2015 in Florida. Robbins came to Killington from Point Pleasant, N.J., with a spirit and a zest for life that was unbridled. He was a mixologist’s mixologist with boundless creativity. His signature drink was the Goombay…

Donavon Frankenreiter to headline KILLINGTON — The Killington Pico Area Association (KPAA) announced the return of the free Cooler in the Mountains concert series this summer. National recording artist Donavon Frankenreiter will headline the seven-week line up of free shows, which kicks off July 18 and July 25, and continues on consecutive Saturdays from Aug. 8…

Courtesy of KMS Denise Coriell KILLINGTON — The devastating earthquake that hit Nepal mid-day on April 25 has been a topic of conversation and concern worldwide, including at Killington Mountain School. With the death toll of over 7,000, according to the Nepali government’s estimate released Sunday, May 3, the 7.8 magnitude quake devastated the region and…

By Julia Purdy Bloodroot, a spring ephemeral of the northern woods. By Julia Purdy ORWELL — On Sunday, April 26, Amy Olmsted, horticulturist at Rocky Dale Gardens in Bristol, led a group of about 20 participants on a spring wildflower walk at Mount Independence, a Revolutionary War site at the edge of Lake Champlain in…

Provided by Rutland Regional Medical Center Laura M. Edwards, LICSW (l), Lisa Barker, Manager(r) RUTLAND — Laura M. Edwards, LICSW, Pediatric Social Worker from the Community Health Team, was honored as Rutland Regional Medical Center’s Clinical Employee of the Quarter, and Lisa Barker, Budget & Financial Reporting Manager in Finance, was honored as the Rutland…

Submitted Dr. Paula McGee RUTLAND—Dr. Paula McGee, a dynamic preacher, author, and inspirational speaker, will be the commencement speaker at College of St. Joseph’s commencement ceremony at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 17, in the College’s Athletic Center. Dr. McGee’s personal mission is to “inspire others to recognize, accept and fulfill their call to greatness.” McGee…

Submitted kim peters KILLINGTON — In 2014, the Recreation Commission and Selectboard voted to restore the recreation director to a full time position.  After dozens of interviews with over 50 applicants, Kim Peters was selected as the new full-time recreation director. Peters has extensive experience in managing community sports programs. For the last seven years she…