Duxbury inn hosts ‘Broadway in Vermont’
Given that Broadway theatres remain closed until later this fall, a Vermont native and Broadway performer has assembled a cast to travel to the Green Mountains for a special outdoor concert performance this Wednesday, Aug. 25, at Moose Meadow Lodge in Duxbury.
The Outside Story: Alpine zone awaits high-altitude hikers
Hikers climbing the Northeast’s highest peaks are familiar with several different vegetative zones that they traverse along the way. On the summits, they can encounter plants so hardy that many also grow in the Arctic, thousands of miles to the north.
Vermont Antique and Classic Car Meet rolls into Waterbury
After a 2020 hiatus due to COVID-19 pandemic, the Vermont Automobile Enthusiasts have rolled into Waterbury for their 64th Antique and Classic Car Meet this weekend.
2012's ‘After Irene – The Floodgates Art Project’ returns for anniversary
In 2012, a year after Tropical Storm Irene devastated Waterbury, "After Irene - The Floodgates Art Project" went on exhibit as a display of community resilience in response to that tragedy and a testament to the healing power of art.
State Police warn public about potential scam text messages
The Vermont State Police want the public to be aware of scam text messages that appear to be official requests from state government for personally identifying information.
Waterbury moose doesn’t survive encounter with vehicle
There appears to have been a tragic turn of events for a young bull moose who attracted much public attention earlier this summer along Route 100 in Waterbury Center.
Waterbury LEAP holds fourth Electric Vehicle Fest on Aug. 18
People interested in learning more about energy-efficient transportation can ask questions and see a variety of electric vehicles in person at Waterbury LEAP’s Electric Vehicle Fest at Crossett Brook Middle School on Wednesday, Aug. 18.
The Outside Story: Opossums are moving north
The opossums that show up on my students’ trail cameras at St. Michael’s College sometimes look out of place with their naked tails and frostbitten ears that seem so poorly suited to Vermont weather.
Bookstore enlists help to fold 1,000 paper cranes
In honor of World Peace Day on Sept. 21, Bridgeside Books is asking community members of all ages to help fold 1,000 paper cranes to hang in the bookstore and then send to the Hiroshima Memorial Peace Park in Japan.
Waterbury pool goes to the dogs on Sunday
This Sunday is the last day for the town pool to be open this summer and Waterbury Recreation will give local canines a chance to cool off with their people nearby.
Park group unveils all-terrain wheelchair available for loan
Approximately 90 people attended last weekend’s community barbeque and picnic at Hope Davey Park in Waterbury Center sponsored by Friends of Hope Davey Park Inc.
The Outside Story: Skillful swimmers, attentive parents, giant water bugs pack a powerful pinch
I was sitting poolside with my children on summer day when another parent hustled her son out of the water because of a swimming cockroach.
Registration opens for Waterbury Youth Soccer fall season
Registration is now open for Waterbury Youth Soccer’s 2021 fall soccer season with fees increasing after Aug. 22.
Card shower for Carol Ferris
Carol “Callie” Ferris, a longtime resident of Duxbury and most recently of Alburgh, will turn 80 on Aug. 16.
Waterbury Center church, park groups host gatherings on Saturday
Waterbury Center will be hopping on Saturday with two community celebrations scheduled at the Waterbury Center Community Church and at Hope Davey Park.
Trail Running Camp aims to make friends, support the Food Shelf
A unique fundraiser appealing to local runners is coming together to support the Waterbury Area Food Shelf next weekend.
Facing a blood shortage, Red Cross offers donors streaming music, festival contest
The American Red Cross has an emergency need to replenish the regional blood supply to meet ongoing hospital demand for blood and platelets and it’s offering donors a gift and a contest as a thank you.
The Outside Story: A visit to an old-growth forest
Decayed wood crumbled underfoot as I stepped on a mossy log. The ground was almost hidden by a lush, diverse growth of wildflowers and ferns.
Rotary announces winners of NQID 2021 parade awards
In the flurry of activity around and following Waterbury’s Not Quite Independence Day celebration recently, the announcement of the parade awards results got delayed slightly.
Waitsfield United Church presents antique quilt show
In its first community event post-pandemic, the Waitsfield United Church of Christ presents a quilt show over the next several weeks at the Village Meeting House.