Roland N. Britch Jr., of Curtis-Britch Funeral Homes, Inc., with locations in Newport, Derby, Island Pond, Barton, and Craftsbury Common, announced that Richard R. Bouffard, a longtime associate, has become co-owner of the firms. A native of Newport, he gradua... More »
Some people are more at risk of developing a heat-related illness, including adults age 65 and older, those with chronic medical conditions, people who work outside, infants and children, and athletes. Here are a few steps to take in the hot weather: Hot cars ... More »
The Redemption Gravel Bicycle Race will debut at the Old Stone House Museum in Brownington on Saturday, September 1. With over 250 racers enlisted, the gravel bicycle race will traverse the back roads of Orleans County. Two routes are available: a 50-mile cour... More »
The Newport Area Community Orchestra is preparing to begin its eighth concert season on Tuesday, September 18, at 6:30 p.m. at the First Universalist Parish in Derby Line. The Newport Area Community Orchestra is looking for new talent. There are current openin... More »
A few raindrops didn’t deter the spirits of 29 enthusiastic golf teams at Orleans Country Club on Sunday, July 22. Thanks to the generosity of the sponsors and players, North Country Hospital continues to provide between 15 and 20 new healthcare education scho... More »
Senate Appropriations Committee Vice Chairman Patrick Leahy led the fight against the opioid epidemic in another Senate-passed appropriations bill, securing $3 billion in new funding to address the crisis. The bill also contains Senator Leahy-authored legisla... More »
The Labor Day celebration will start with the Albany Community Trot at 8 a.m. on Monday, September 3. There will be vendors open for business at 10:30 a.m. If any vendors are interested, please arrive by 10 a.m. and contact Phil at 755-6328 with questions –– s... More »
Catamount Arts is pleased to announce the 2018-’19 tenth anniversary KCP Presents Performing Arts Series, KCP Presents’ most ambitious season yet. Featuring fifteen spectacular acts hailing from England, China, Cuba, and all over the U.S. including New York Ci... More »
The Island Pond Chamber of Commerce has a full schedule of Labor Day weekend activities to close out summer and launch into the colorful fall foliage season. The weekend will kick off with Friday Night Live featuring regional favorite Mindtrap, at 6 p.m. The c... More »
Vermont’s resident Canada goose hunting season will be held September 1 through September 25 to help control Vermont’s resident Canada goose population prior to the arrival of Canada geese migrating south from Canada, according to the Vermont Fish and Wildlife... More »
To prevent flooding on nearby roads, the Fish and Wildlife Department recently completed construction of 19 water control devices on beaver dams in locations throughout the state. Known as “beaver baffles,” these devices allow some water to pass through the da... More »
The Craftsbury Energy Committee and Efficiency Vermont are hosting a weatherization workshop for landlords of affordable housing apartments. The workshop will be conducted by Efficiency Vermont and 3E Thermal, out of St. Johnsbury. There will be an informatio... More »
