By Bonnie Kirn Donahue Editor’s note: Bonnie Kirn Donahue is a UVM Extension master gardener and landscape designer from central Vermont. Strawberry season is reaching its end, which means that blueberry season is on the horizon. Blueberries typically ripen starting […]
Category: Home and Garden
Popular plants can have an added benefit as insect repellents
Homeowners choose plants for their properties based on a number of variables. Some may be into growing their own foods, while others desire their gardens to be an awe-inspiring mélange of bright colors and alluring scents. There’s no wrong reason […]
Common causes of house fires
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission, roughly 25,000 home fires causing more than 300 deaths occur in the United States each year. Homeowners can keep themselves and their families safe by being aware of the dangers around a home […]
Get to know the seed-starting basics
By Deborah J. Benoit Are you ready for an early season gardening adventure? Seed displays are prevalent right now in stores from garden shops to supermarkets. So grab a pack of seeds (or two or three) to start indoors. With […]
Pawlet Library launches seed lending library
Saturday, April 9, at 11 a.m. —PAWLET—The Pawlet Public Library will launch its seed library with a kick-off event on April 9, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., that will include activities for children and adults. From the seed collection of vegetables, […]
Security is often overlooked when setting up a ‘smart’ home
“Smart” homes can make life at home more convenient, especially for remote workers. However, a recent report suggests many smart homes are vulnerable to cyberattacks. In its Smart Home Report 2019, the cybersecurity firm Avast revealed that just under 41% […]
Buy – Sell – Renovate – Spring 2022 Central Vermont Real Estate Guide
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The state of real estate
High prices are here to stay, market was undervalued, experts say By Polly Mikula The average home in Killington sold for over $1 million in the first quarter of 2022 — the highest evaluation ever — and those prices are […]
Q & A with the Pros
By Katy Savage Dave Dutton Dutton Construction Corp, Chittenden What advice would you give to somebody/or give to people looking to do a major remodel/build project? Engage a designer. If it’s a project of any significance, I recommend a designer […]
Keep your pets safe in the cold winter weather
The Rutland County Humane Society (RCHS) would like to remind you that pets need special care during the cold winter months. Dogs and cats should be inside when the temperature drops. If your dog is outside, it must be protected […]