Rutland—It’s that time of year again when outdoor dining and play return to Center Street! Since 2020, our outdoor parklets have helped to create more functional public spaces, slower streets, and additional room for pedestrians. “This year we’ll see […]
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Center Street to become one-way street
Staff report The Board of Aldermen unanimously voted Oct. 17 to make Center Street in Rutland a one-way street. The decision was made following an Oct. 11 community and economic development commission meeting, where the item also passed unanimously 5-0. […]
Residents discuss Center Street redesign options at forum
By Katy Savage About 50 people attended a public meeting at the Paramount Theatre Monday April 25 to discuss a redesign of Center Street in Rutland. Consultants Dubois & King, Inc. presented three options —making Center Street a pedestrian-only street, […]
Shaping up to be a home run
New residents buy downtown business, rehab upstairs apartment into a short-term rental By Victoria Gaither The city of Rutland has a population of nearly 16,000; included in that number are new residents Brian and Calista Budrow and their two kids. […]
Center Street hopes to become a destination
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 […]
Hairdresser brings Boston experience back to Rutland roots, Newbury Street to Center Street
By Evan Johnson Hairdressers hear all kinds of things. Just ask Hilary McCoy, a hairdresser with over 16 years of experience. Details about work, family, relationships and more come out in the time it takes for a haircut or color. […]
Rutland Fire Department responds to smoke on Center Street downtown
By Evan Johnson RUTLAND — Firefighters with the Rutland Fire Department responded to smoke in downtown Rutland Sunday afternoon, which closed a portion of Center Street. After investigation, the smoke was determined to have been caused by an improperly functioning […]
Rockin’ the region with Taylor Hicks
Courtesy of Dave Hoffenberg TAYLOR HICKS By Dave Hoffenberg I had the pleasure of interviewing an idol last week, an “American Idol” that is. Season five winner Taylor Hicks is bringing his acoustic show to Rutland on Friday, July 8 […]
Dual artist exhibit to be featured at Castleton Downtown Gallery
Friday, July 24 at 6 p.m. — CASTLETON — The Castleton Downtown Gallery in Rutland will feature the works of local Vermont artists Denis Versweyveld and Judith Rey running from July 15 through Aug. 15, with an artist reception scheduled for Friday, […]