By Brooke Geery, Killington Resort On Thursday, Jan. 11, Deirdre Morris was wished happy trails from the team at Killington Resort as she retired from her position as hospitality controller. Her career at The Beast began some 40 years ago […]
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Ice fishing is risky due to inconsistent ice conditions
Courtesy VTF&W Three to four inches of clear black ice in a drill hole below the top layer of snow, is the minimum for safe ice fishing. Ice conditions across Vermont are inconsistent due to warm and variable weather, and […]
Hunters took more than 16,000 deer in 2023
Photo provided by VTF&W Hunters took more than 16,000 deer in 2023, data from the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Dept. shows. The final number of deer taken in Vermont’s 2023 hunting seasons will not be available for a few […]
Killington’s new mountain safety attendant program aims to promote a culture of safe skiing and riding
By Brooke Geery, Killington Resort Killington and Pico Resorts strive to create an enjoyable environment to participate in skiing and snowboarding. New for this season, we’ve introduced the Mountain Safety Attendant program. These team members will be on hill to […]
For the Greater Good: NewStory Center’s new shelter – A sanctuary for survivors
By Liz DiMarco Weinmann As one of the bitterest cold months of the year is in full swing in Vermont, idyllic images abound — of roaring fireplaces, ice-skating on frozen ponds, steaming cups of cocoa, and puffy snowsuits that […]
Rutland Regional plan survey launched
Beginning this week, the Rutland Regional Planning Commission will ask residents to participate in the Rutland Regional Plan 2026 Online Survey. Survey results will be used to guide policies and actions for the eight-year plan update, which is intended […]
Woodstock to hold Town Meeting by Australian ballot only
Staff report There will be no in-person Town Meeting in Woodstock this year. The Woodstock Select Board voted Jan. 8 to make Town Meeting by Australian ballot only this year under Act 1. The temporary act gives towns the […]
Woodstock discusses purchase of aqueduct company, sales tax
By Katy Savage Woodstock voters could decide to buy the privately owned Woodstock Aqueduct Company and make it a municipal operation on Town Meeting Day in March. The aqueduct company, owned by the Billings family and other investors, is […]
Norwich University president out, calls decision ‘mutual’
By Glenn Russell/VTDigger Col. Mark Anarumo leaves post as president of Norwich. By Ethan Weinstein/VTDigger The president of Norwich University said he is departing the military school over three years on the job. Mark Anarumo said Friday, Jan. 5, […]
Hartland names John Broker-Campbell new town manager
By Curt Peterson Hartland has a new town manager. John Broker-Campbell, 44, was officially appointed Tuesday, Jan. 2, with a salary of $92,000 and full benefits. “John clearly demonstrated that he has the skill set, experience and enthusiasm to be […]