Rails-2-Riches at Killington, Saturday, Dec. 5, was “way crazier than last year” according to reports from newschoolers.com. “There were some big names in attendance throwing signature technical tricks with style.”

Courtesy of OVRCC Owners Shon and Alex Racicot LUDLOW — The Boot Pro in Ludlow purchased a fully automated, 2015 Wintersteiger Mercury ski/snowboard tuning machine made in Austria this fall and it is up and reason for the season. It is one of only 24 like it in the country! The machine has both a stone…

By Robin Alberti Stylish base layers and sweaters hang on racks at Skiology in preparation for holiday shoppers this month. By Tony Crespi Holiday gifts make us smile–at least that’s the goal! Whether it’s a new ski tuning tool or a new jacket, the right gift can brighten someone’s holiday, and that makes two people…

By Robin Alberti A fat bike rider smiles as he rides across a snowy trail at Killington last  season, during the Rollin’ Fatties event. By Polly Lynn Three years ago, a couple of “very clever Brits” came up with an idea for a grassroots, worldwide, fat-bike holiday that would bring the fat-bike community together, according…

By Robin Alberti Photo One: Some of the runners wore turkey hats while running. Photo Two: A group of over 350 Turkey Trotters take off  from Jax in Killington Photo Three: Four-legged friends were common companions trotting. In Killington over 350 registered “trotters” ran or walked in the fifth annual Turkey Trot. The event has…

“[Most of us] can’t afford a $50 million estate in Aspen, Colo. But luckily, there are plenty of other places where you can get in lots of slope time and immerse yourself in the laid-back mountain lifestyle,” wrote Yuqing Pan, in a story titled “America’s Most Affordable—and Least Affordable—Ski Towns” for realtor.com. Using information from onthesnow.com and…

Vermont’s hunters will get one final chance for a deer this year during the muzzleloader deer season and the second part of the archery deer season. The two seasons run at the same time—Dec. 5-13. A muzzleloader hunter may take one legal buck anywhere in the state. In addition, a hunter who received a muzzleloader…

Submitted Mount Saint Joseph Academy dedicates basketball court to Lenny Burke, an alumni who was tragically injured. Ceremony and MSJ-Rice scrimmages will take place Nov. 30 RUTLAND–On Monday, Nov. 30, at 5 p.m., the MSJ men’s and women’s varsity basketball teams will scrimmage their counterparts from Rice Memorial High School on the new Lenny Burke…

Findings also show importance of exercise for all teens as high schools cut physical education and sports programs As high schools across the country continue to reduce physical education, recess, and athletic programs, a new study released Sept. 21 shows that regular exercise significantly reduces both suicidal thoughts and attempts among students who are bullied.…

Rutland Recreation Department opens registrations First and second grade basketball Basketball is a great sport to expand your child’s coordination and self-esteem. Rutland Recreation basketball programs are designed to help kids learn the basics of dribbling, passing, and shooting the ball, all while learning what it means to be part of a team. This is…

College of St. Joseph men’s and women’s basketball teams hosted SUNY Delhi in non-conference games on Nov. 21. Women’s The Lady Saints defeated SUNY Delhi 91-27 in a fast-paced match-up on Saturday. The Saints were led by Mookie Kennedy, with 38 points and five assists. Regina Steele added 21 points and 10 rebounds of her…

Courtesy of GMC Men’s basketball team sets sights on the NAC Championship Tournament POULTNEY – The Green Mountain men’s basketball team comes into the season with a lot to prove despite taking a large step forward in 2014-15. The Eagles are coming off a campaign last year which saw the team double its win total…

The Fighting Saints men’s basketball team played four games last week and were able to come out with a 3-1 record. The Saints were able to split with Maine – Fort Kent and beat Central Maine and Maine – Machias to improve their overall record to 4-1 on the season thus far. The women's team…

Women’s team welcomes 12 freshmen athletes POULTNEY – One team, one family. That is the mindset the Green Mountain College women’s basketball team is taking into the upcoming 2015-16 season as it looks forward to building the program through a strong incoming class. The Eagles are coming off of a tumultuous season in 2014-15 in…

ROCHESTER — Hunter Charles Emerson, age 86 of Essex, Vt., was found deceased in the woods by a K-9 early Tuesday morning, Nov. 17, according to a state police press release submitted at 1 a.m. No foul play is suspected. On Nov. 16, at approximately 6:29 p.m., Vermont State Police in Royalton were notified of an overdue…