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The Mill Tavern building to be demolished

LONONDERRY, Vt. – The historic landmark building known as The Mill Tavern, located at 2242 North Main Street, at the intersection of Route 100 and Route 11, in Londonderry, is scheduled for demolition, a matter of public safety. Though there is a future intent to rebuild, the timeline of new construction or a new building’s purpose are uncertain at this time.

Londonderry, VT · 2d

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A new chapter begins for the owners of Southern Pie Cafe

CHESTER, Vt. – The Southern Pie Cafe has become a favorite stop for visitors traveling to the charming Town of Chester and an annual tradition for many of the area’s seasonal residents. For locals, the cafe is where they go each morning for coffee, a muffin, or one of Southern Pie’s famous “Breakfast Sammys.”

Chester, VT · 3d

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Bistro Opens in Downtown Keene

KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Downtown Keene has a new dining destination, as Slate & Sage Modern Bistro welcomed its first customers this past weekend at 11 Central Square. Owned by Beth and Matt Wood, the restaurant occupies the city-owned storefront formerly home to Nicola’s. ‘. “The wait is over,” Beth...

Keene, NH · 3d

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Late-Night Breakfast Around The Clock At This 24/7 Truck-Stop Diner In South Deerfield, Massachusetts

Some kitchens close when the town goes to bed, and some never close at all. Off a busy highway in South Deerfield, Massachusetts, there is a diner that keeps its doors open every hour of every day, all week long. Truck drivers stop here on long hauls, students have made...

Deerfield, MA · 11h

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12 Classic Diners In New York Where You Can Dine For Just Less Than $12 Even In 2026

One diner on this list was built in a factory in 1937. It didn’t reach its current home until 2017, so the restaurant took a road trip before you did. Another has been serving hot dogs at a narrow counter since 1932. A third opens at 5 a.m. and closes at 11 a.m., which makes lunch there basically a rumor.

New York · 3d

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Rutland skatepark project secures location after years of searching

RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) - Organizers working to bring a skatepark back to Rutland say they have secured a location for the project. Brooke Geery knows a thing or two about the perfect line. She grew up in Rutland County and frequented Zero Gravity Skatepark, inside where Giorgetti Arena now is.

Rutland, VT · 2d

vermontcountry.com

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Give a Little Vermont Sweetness: Chocolate Gifts for Every Occasion

Some gifts are enjoyed for a moment, then tucked away. Others are savored, shared and remembered. Few things deliver that pleasure quite like handmade chocolates. In Bennington and East Arlington, the Monte family has a tradition of turning chocolate and confections into thoughtful gifts, with handmade treats and customizable baskets.

Bennington, VT · 3d

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This Small-Town New Hampshire Movie Theater Still Sells $7 Tickets And Brings Back Old-School Cinema Charm

Seven dollars for a movie ticket sounds almost suspiciously affordable these days. With cinema outings getting expensive, finding a theater that keeps admission this low feels like discovering a little piece of the past. The New Hampshire movie theater offers a traditional cinema experience in a small-town setting, giving film...

Peterborough, NH · 2d

Idyllic Pursuit

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Woodstock, Vermont’s Wassail Weekend Turns 42 This December. Here’s How to Plan Your Visit for December 11 to 13

Horses in holiday harness, a bonfire on the village green, and hundreds of luminaries lining...

Woodstock, VT · 1d

MyChamplainValley.com

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Grace Potter to start 2027 North American tour in Vermont

Grace Potter is reportedly kicking off her 2027 North American Tour in Vermont.

Rutland, VT · 4d

NEWS10 ABC

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Hudson Falls café moving to new space, opening drive-thru

A Washington County café is getting an upgrade that will offer a new way for patrons to grab their favorite cup of joe. Wet Your Whistle Café is set to move to 3011 US Route 4 in Hudson Falls.

Hudson Falls, NY · 2d

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Carrie Pill Paints the Mountains She SkisNovember 14, 2026

When Carrie Pill heads to Vermont’s ski slopes, she’s looking for more than fresh snow and a good run. She’s drawn to the shifting winter light, snow-covered trees, and mountain views that she can capture in a painting. In the winter, the Rutland-based plein air oil painter...

Vermont · 23h

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Windsor Brewery Turns Into Kitschy Christmas Bar for Six Weeks Straight

Harpoon Brewery's taproom in Windsor is about to look nothing like itself. Starting Nov. 22 and running through Jan. 3, the brewery will host Miracle, the internationally known Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar, transforming its usual beer hall into a wall-to-wall holiday scene with festive glassware, Christmas music and seasonal cocktails served alongside Harpoon's own beer and food. The event is free to attend.

Windsor, VT · 1d

The Burlington Free Press

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Is Planet Fitness open in VT on Thanksgiving 2026? See hours

Gym buffs hoping to squeeze in a workout on Thanksgiving this year may find some Planet Fitness locations closed for the holiday. The membership-based gym chain, founded in New Hampshire in 1992, operates more than 2,900 fitness centers across all 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico and Australia. Vermont has five locations , including one in Berlin, one in Essex Junction and one in Rutland, according to Planet Fitness' online gym locator. This year, Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, Nov. 26. Although many Planet Fitness locations are typically open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, some may have limited operating hours that day. Still, many members plan to make time for a workout during Thanksgiving week, according to a Planet Fitness spokesperson. The company surveyed more than 40,000 gym members, and found that 89% plan to work out the week of Nov. 26. Here's what to know about Planet Fitness Thanksgiving hours for Vermont in 2026. Is Planet Fitness open in VT on Thanksgiving Day 2026? Since each Planet Fitness gym is independently owned and operated, hours vary by location, according to a company spokesperson. The gyms in Berlin and Rutland will be open from

Vermont · 1d

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Miracle + Harpoon Holiday Pop-up at Windsor brewery

Harpoon is one of only two destinations in Vermont to host the Christmas cocktail pop-up bar, bringing cheer and whimsy to the Upper Valley, November 22-January 3. Vermont Business Magazine This holiday season, Harpoon Brewery in Windsor will partner with Miracle, an internationally renowned pop-up known for its kitschy, nostalgic holiday décor, festive cocktails, and Christmas cheer.

Windsor, VT · 2d

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Bring Up Ribs In Massachusetts And Locals Steer You To This Rustic BBQ Joint Serving Honey-Butter Cornbread

Ask a room full of Massachusetts locals where to find serious ribs, and one town keeps coming up in the answers: Raynham. That might surprise anyone who assumes good barbecue only lives below the Mason-Dixon line. Down a busy stretch of road on the South Shore, a casual spot has...

Raynham, MA · 1d

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7 Facts About Dunkin’ in Massachusetts

Dunkin’ started in Quincy in 1948 as a doughnut shop called Open Kettle. Bay Staters who stop in every morning might not know that, let alone other parts of the chain’s history. Here are the facts about Dunkin’ in Massachusetts that even regulars don’t not know.

Quincy, MA · 5d

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$50 Million Pizza Brand Will Soon Have a New Owner, and a Big Change Is Coming

Founded in East Boston in 1961, Papa Gino’s is, for many New Englanders, a name that’s virtually synonymous with pizza. Now a prospective new owner hopes to make wings a bigger part of that identity. Craveworthy Brands has signed an agreement to acquire New England Authentic Eats LLC...

Boston, MA · 4d

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The rat problem is out of control

I have lived on Beacon Hill for many years but the rat infestation is now worse than ever. We have rat holes in our building’s front garden that neither baited boxes nor carbon monoxide seem to mitigate the problem. The rats are under cars, climbing onto car tires to escape from dogs, eating garden plants and without any fear of humans. In the October 22 meeting, City Councilor Flynn called for a rat Czar to be hired and held accountable for our City’s rat issue – Boston being amongst the 10 most rat-infested cities in America. At the meeting, residents spoke vociferously about trash being put out the night before for the nocturnal rodents to feast upon. (Yes, “feast” was the word most often used). Why are white lightweight kitchen bags permitted rather than steel bags? Barrels would be best but buildings don’t have the storage capability. Of significance, is that the City contract with Capital Waste Services has a 6 am scheduled pick up when most residents are still asleep. Why not change the city contract pick up time to 8 am and give violations for any overnight trash? Can the City not exercise their muscle to revise the next contract accordingly? Residents had many questions and were upset with the City’s lack of progress.

Boston, MA · 2d

MassLive.com

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Rare FAA Ground Stop Leaves Hundreds Stranded at Boston Logan Airport

Boston, MA · 1d