Courtesy of RRCC Mark Foley, Jr. is the 2015 Business Person of the Year. By Polly Lynn RUTLAND — At the annual meeting for the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce held Wednesday, Oct. 28, Mark Foley, Jr. of the Foley Family of Companies and MKF Properties was named the 2015 Business Person of the Year.…

The best method for complete detoxification One of the most common questions I receive is about the “best detox.” It usually goes a little something like this: “Kate, I’m tired, overweight and my skin looks older by the day, I need a major detox, what type do you recommend?” In a way, it’s almost similar…

Six honeymooners share stories of romance springing out of long-term friendships By Lovey Heartburn Recently, I was away on a warm holiday with one of my closest cousins.  The resort we choose was 98 percent honeymooners or people who were celebrating a milestone in their marriage. I wish I did a bit more research before…

Long before I began writing for the public to view, I was requested to write an informative piece on the detriments of the ever popular “shake” trend. Naturally, my bias is clear, as I am versed in plant-based nutrition that focuses exclusively on whole foods. My view on certain dietary trends and lifestyles has been…

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Courtesy of Erin Shimp Yoga instructor Erin Shimp does a backbend between columns. “The Lifestylist” Kate Robitello gets a chance to interview Shimp in this week’s column. Yoga, like similarly beneficial practices like eating well and meditation, is easy to move to the bottom of a priority list. With the constant bustle of juggling work,…

Saturday, Oct. 17 at 9 a.m. — RUTLAND — This fall, the Community College of Vermont will hold a free QuickBooks Workshop at its Rutland Academic Center. This five-week workshop will be held on Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and will run from Oct. 17 to Nov. 14. The five classes are part of…

Courtesy of Phoenix Books Rutland Phoenix Books Rutland celebrated its grand opening on Monday, Sept. 28. With 150 community members in attendance, there was a literal outpouring of community support. RUTLAND — On Monday, Sept. 28, Phoenix Books Rutland, born through a community-supported pre-buy program and local investment, celebrated its grand opening, followed two days…

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Mountain Times: Cutting right to the chase, I saw via social media that you’re partnering with the Summit Lodge to host an exclusive fitness retreat—do tell more! Amy Lewis: On the weekend of Oct. 23 participants are going to spend two days together enjoying an all encompassing program that addresses not only physical fitness, but…

Submitted A bit of extra measure in home prep can keep your winter from being a nightmare with unexpected projects. (MS) — If boots, a warm hat and a tuned-up snow blower are the only items on your winter preparation list, your home maintenance plan may need a makeover. These simple home maintenance projects can…

Nelson Duncan IV ROYALTON—On Saturday, Sept. 19 at 3:15 p.m., Vermont State Police in Royalton were advised of a vehicle that was speeding, then stopped abruptly to let an adult male run from the vehicle at mile marker 21, on Interstate 89N, in Royalton, Vt. While troopers were en-route, the suspect vehicle (a gold minivan)…

Undeniably one of the best times of year for our taste buds is fall. From the abundance of squash choices to the crisp crunch of a Macintosh apple, the air is filled with the lingering scent of cinnamon-spiked treats that are not only tasty, but healthy to boot (pun intended—‘tis indeed the time of year…

It turns out 65 is the awkward age of aging: older, but not yet old. I’ve got all the energy necessary to hurt myself. Earlier this season, I had a wonderful week gardening. I dug out and moved four junipers and sawed down a dozen or so small trees. I felt invigorated, until a few…