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Second annual Pride Whistlestop Tour
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The second annual Pride Whistlestop Tour, organized by Bellows Falls Pride, will begin in St. Albans, Vt., and continue through to Brattleboro on Saturday, June 8. Local communities throughout Vermont and southern New Hampshire will gather at Amtrak train stations to celebrate Pride month and the LGBTQ+ community as the Vermonter travels south. Station decorations, flag and sign waving, bubbles, music, and invited guests are a few ways to show solidarity and support at each train stop.
Springfield police seize illegal dirt bike, arrest unlicensed rider
SPRINGFIELD — In an operation to curb illegal off-highway vehicle (OHV) activity, Springfield police apprehended an unlicensed dirt bike rider and confiscated the bike on Wednesday evening. The Springfield Police Department’s Anti-OHV/Dirt Bike public safety detail targeted areas with frequent illegal riding reports. At 6:25 p.m., undercover officers...
Fair Haven adopts new strategy to recruit EMTs
FAIR HAVEN, Vt. (WCAX) - This week marks the 50th celebration of National EMS Week. It comes as Vermont EMS crews and volunteers continue to be stretched thin. In the town of Fair Haven, they have adopted a new recruitment strategy. Three emergency vehicles are parked in their bays at...
Town of Rockingham and BFADC honor industrial past with “Robbie Paper” marker dedication
VermontBiz Bellows Falls’ rich industrial history and vision for the future will be celebrated in the dedication of the recently installed Robertson Paper Mill Historic Interpretive Kiosk, presented by Bellows Falls Area Development Corporation (BFADC) and Town of Rockingham. The public is warmly invited to the dedication which will take place on Wednesday, June 5th at 5:00 pm at the former location of Robertson Paper at 21 Island Street on the island in Bellows Falls.
Londonderry receives resignation, sets zoning bylaw public hearing date
LONDONDERRY, Vt. – At the May 20 Londonderry Selectboard meeting, the board received a resignation letter, heard public concern on the proposed zoning bylaws, and set a date for the bylaw public hearing. The board also acknowledged a hazardous waste collection on June 1, and heard from Chrissy Haskins...
LTE A successful Weston Playhouse fundraiser
We would like to thank all those who helped with publicity, refreshments, and ushering, and participated in the recent Play Every Town concert in Weston, number 56 in the series of “Concerts for a Cooler Climate” taking place in each of the 252 Vermont towns. UVM professor David Feurzeig wowed the audience with his technical wizardry on the Old Parish Church grand piano, performing Chopin, Debussy, and other classics alongside his own compositions, which included jazz and ragtime. Weston resident and VSU professor Peter Miller joined him on the violin for a Handel sonata, and soprano Anne D’Olivo threw in a couple of classic rock numbers to round off the diverse program of music. The ever-generous Weston community raised a record amount of Play Every Town donations at the door for the flood-damaged Weston Playhouse. Sadly, the total amount needed for repairs will far exceed that amount, so further contributions are much appreciated. If you would like to send a check for Weston Playhouse repairs, please make it payable to the Weston Community Association and send c/o Old Parish Church, 100 Main Street, Weston, VT 05161.
First Black restaurant owner in Vermont honored with 7-foot statue in Rutland
RUTLAND, Vt. — The Rutland Sculpture Trail unveiled the 12th monument on the trail on Wednesday, honoring late restaurateur Ernie Royal and his wife Willa. The 7-foot-tall statue stands on the corner of Merchants Row. Ernie Royal was the first-ever Black restaurant owner in Vermont and the new sculpture...
Last turns of the year at Killington
KILLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Killington is preparing to shut down the last remaining ski lift still operating this season in the Northeast. Meanwhile, skiers and riders are still hitting the slopes as golfers and mountain bikers play nearby. Killington has been open for more than 190 days this year. Shorts...
Businesses around Windham County
VermontBiz Windham County’s economy has a little bit of everything from large manufacturers such as Sonnax or wholesalers such as G&S Wholesale, so smaller startups, artisan food products, arts organizations, and higher education. Here, a few business owners and nonprofit leaders share their experiences working in the Southeastern Vermont economy.
Super Senior: Rita Brooks
RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) - Rita Brooks and Dave Ballou are regulars at the Bowlerama in Rutland. “It’s getting pretty heavy,” Brooks says as she picks up a bowling ball from the locker. “I think it gains weight while it sits in here.”. The two play a few...
Fletcher Farm School celebrates longtime volunteers
LUDLOW, Vt. – The Society of Vermont Artists and Craftsmen is honoring five longtime volunteers who have dedicated endless hours to Fletcher Farm School for the Arts & Crafts and its annual Arts and Crafts Festivals. Cynthia Noyes organized the festivals for many years. Hal Bosco brought our jewelry...
LMH school budget revote June 4
LUDLOW, Vt. – Voters will decide on Tuesday, June 4, whether to accept the revised budget for the Ludlow Mount Holly Unified Union School District. Voting is from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. at the town hall in Ludlow and the town office in Mount Holly. Residents may also vote at their town offices any time the office is open before Tuesday.
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