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Black Bear Restaurant under new ownership

Dave Sweeney and Amy Quant of Sweeney's Irish Pub are the new owners of the Black Bear. — POTTERSVILLE| A beloved local eatery off of Exit 26 on the Northway that has stood the test of time has finally changed hands, and as luck would have it, the new owners already know a thing or two about running a successful restaurant. Dave Sweeney and Amy Quant are now the proprietors of the Black Bear and will be bringing their expertise to the table.

Pottersville, NY · 3d
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Recipe: Lake Ridge Restaurant’s Pretzel-crusted Crab and Lobster Cake

Chef Scott Ringwood’s Pretzel-crusted Crab and Lobster Cake. • To make the cakes, mix together all ingredients except the breadcrumbs and pretzels, and then add enough breadcrumbs to tighten up the mixture. • Form into cakes and encrust in crushed pretzels. • Pan fry in shallow oil until cooked...

Saratoga Springs, NY · 4d
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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 · 14h
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History of Fort Edward tavern that caught fire

While the owner of McCrea's Tavern works on the next steps after a fire tore through their building, community members have been reflecting on the significance and the unique history of this building.

Fort Edward, NY · 9d

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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 · 1d

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Montpelier Is the Only State Capital Without a McDonald’s. Here’s What a Day There Looks Like Instead

There are no golden arches in Vermont’s capital, and residents like it that way. A...

Montpelier, VT · 1d

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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 · 1d

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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 · 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 · 14h

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31 Retirement Towns With Walkable Grocery Shopping

Few things shrink a retiree’s independence faster than a grocery run that requires a car, a parking space, and a reliable pair of night-driving eyes. A town where the milk and the mail sit within strolling distance of each other changes the math on aging in place. These towns have a named grocery store, co-op, ... Read more

Brattleboro, VT · 1d

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Vermont Pub & Brewery decries thefts ahead of closure

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont Pub & Brewery is asking people to stop stealing items from the soon-to-close downtown Burlington restaurant. The pub posted on social media Thursday, saying several guests climbed on top of the bar over the weekend and took items off the walls. “This has been the...

Burlington, VT · 1d

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Essex Junction brunch restaurant closing: ‘a creek without a paddle’

A brunch cafe in Essex Junction that has been a standby since 2014 is closing permanently.

Burlington, VT · 1d

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Lafayette City Council rejects proposed new downtown AI bar

The Lafayette Council met late into the night on Tuesday, and in the end, members voted down a new high-tech bar in downtown Lafayette. The decision came down amid concerns about safety in the downtown area. The owner had planned to use artificial intelligence bartenders to staff the club.

Burlington, VT · 3d

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Swanton House of Pizza closing after more than 50 years

A Swanton pizza restaurant with a history going back decades is closing permanently.

Swanton, VT · 4d

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Deep frying your Thanksgiving turkey? Here's what not to do

Many people have turned to deep-frying their holiday turkey for convenience. If you don’t want your Thanksgiving to go up in flames, the Red Cross and the Burlington Fire Department have teamed up to show you what not to do.

Burlington, VT · 3d

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Chewing a Delactable Meal: Chewology in Westport offers a unique experience for Asian food

I could see the neon “CHEWOLOGY” sign before I even entered the restaurant. But, even more noticeable than the electric teal and hot pink sign above the crowded bar were the characters above the lettering. Chewology — a Taiwanese restaurant located in Westport, Missouri — was the perfect...

Westport, NY · 3d

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Last Call at Vermont Pub & Brewery in Burlington

Vermont Pub & Brewery’s Forbidden Fruit has been a gateway beer for several generations of young Burlington drinkers. Elise Pecor, like many others, drank her first glass of the sour brewed with 500 pounds of raspberries the day after she turned 21. She liked it so much that she kept coming back, became friends with the bartenders and got a part-time job as a host. Since December 2019, she’s owned the place.

Burlington, VT · 3d

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North Country commissary kitchen fuels schools with local produce, meals

The kitchen mixes up handmade ranch dressing from North Country Creamery yogurt.

Peru, NY · 4d

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This Amish Bakery Near Rochester, New York Sells Out Of Fresh Donuts Every Saturday Morning

Some of the best doughnuts in New York come from a small Amish market that does not take a single credit card. There is no app, no self-checkout lane, and no drive-thru, just a family-run counter with fresh-baked goods that tend to move fast. Regulars plan their week around the...

New York · 15d

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B.U. Pub Gets New Owners — and a Remodel — in Colchester

A Colchester dive bar has changed hands. B.U. Pub, also known as the B.U. Emporium, has been a staple at 164 Porters Point Road since the 1970s, serving cheap drinks to a strong roster of regulars. Last week, Rodney, Tracie and Jake Oliveira bought the bar from Debra LeBlanc, who will retire after 22 years of ownership, Rodney told Seven Days.

Colchester, VT · 10d