Johnson, VT- Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC) is encouraging members to conserve electricity this evening and tomorrow evening as demand for electricity is expected to spike because of high temperatures throughout New England. Specifically, VEC asks member... More »
The surprise comet NEOWISE was photographed from Westmore by Donald Collins at 3:00 a.m. on July 10, 2020 looking east well before sunrise. The comet is expected to be visible in the evening sky in the low northwest late next week – about July 16 after dusk a... More »
This spectacular capture of last night’s moon rising over Westmore mountains was taken by Deana Cowles from Rte. 16 in Barton. It was a perfect end to a beautiful 4th of July. We would love to share your best photo of the Independence Day moon. Be sure to incl... More »
Pictured holding their catch are Ron Gunther and his daughter Jocelyn of Jay. On Friday, July 3, the Gunther’s got up early to get out on the lake. Fishing is a favorite activity of the Gunther family. Ron, wife Connie, daughter Jocelyn and even their dogs lov... More »
Mike Root of Newport created this gnome village during the stay-at-home order. Mr. Root’s activities are limited due to a rare neurological disease that causes muscle wasting, air hunger, weakness and fatigue. As a remedy for his increasing depression, he and... More »
Montpelier, VT – [May 22, 2020] – Vermont River Conservancy releases new set of guidelines to follow at swimming holes given the pandemic The Vermont River Conservancy (VRC) anticipates swimming holes throughout the state will see many visitors with the warm... More »
8-year-old Dakota Burdick flopped his first tom turkey with his dad, Robert Burdick, in Westmore this Saturday morning, April 25. It had a 9 inch beard, 1 inch spurs, and weighed 17.4 lbs. More »
While the region remains affected by coronavirus, we will maintain this special section devoted to providing local information about what’s available for help in the way of such things as food, rides, masks, etc. If you, or your organization would like to add... More »
Volunteers interviews by Meghan Wayland The Chronicle interviews a variety of people each week to see how their lives have been altered by COVID-19. This week, we asked five volunteers about how and why they’ve stepped up to help their communities in the fac... More »
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