River of Light parade to get a 2020-apropos reboot
Organizers of the annual River of Light lantern parade say they are moving ahead with plans for the December event but just like so many other things this year, it will likely happen in a way that takes into account the COVID-19 pandemic.
Waterbury LEAP: Driving electric is getting easier and more affordable
There are several reasons there are so many electric vehicles (EVs) on Vermont roads these days: Traveling on electricity is more affordable than gasoline; EVs have lower greenhouse gas emissions; purchase incentives are available to maximize savings.
Contributors still welcome for Waterbury book project
The Waterbury Historical Society’s New Book Committee is working diligently and enthusiastically on gathering stories about the community’s past 20 years.
Revitalizing Waterbury seeks volunteers
Revitalizing Waterbury has a number of committees working on fun and interesting projects to enhance our community, and we'd love for you to join us!
Rotary surprises Waterbury Fire Department with Paul Harris honor
A group of Rotarians crashed in on a Waterbury Fire Department meeting Tuesday night, Aug. 28, to present a special honor.
Larkin, Lyons step down from Revitalizing Waterbury board
Revitalizing Waterbury board members and longtime volunteers Cindy Lyons and Jeffrey Larkin have stepped down from their roles at the community development organization.
Obituary: Dale E. Lowcock
Dale E. Lowcock, 71, passed away at his home in Waterbury on Tuesday, July 21, 2020. Born in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. on Sept. 2, 1948, he was the son of the late George E. and Verna (Jacobs) Lowcock.
Waterbury Public Library begins welcoming patrons back in person
In a letter to patrons this week, Waterbury Public Library Director Almy Landauer announced that the library has reopened for limited walk-in service.
Time energy-savings projects to use new efficiency incentives
Waterbury LEAP (Local Energy Action Partnership) is Waterbury’s all-volunteer town energy committee with a mission to promote energy efficiency, renewable energy and emissions reduction.
Chad Hollister rocks and rolls through town
Saturday's drive-by concert by Spruce Peak Arts in Stowe brought Chad Hollister to Waterbury (center on flatbed) with bandmates Chris Peterman on sax and Jeff "Primo" Poremski on guitar.
Catch it if you can: Drive-by concert Saturday night
Spruce Peak Arts takes its rolling summer drive-by concerts to Waterbury on Saturday but to find it, people will have to listen and try to follow the music.
New leash on life: Mural spruces up local dog kennel
A new striking addition to the exterior of a Richmond dog kennel makes it abundantly clear that it is all about dogs.
Phoenix art installation at Axel’s Gallery to mark 10 years since Irene
As next summer marks the 10th anniversary of Tropical Storm Irene, Axel’s Gallery & Frame Shop on Stowe Street plans a new public art installment on its exterior to “commemorate Waterbury’s resilience and make our town an even more beautiful place to live.”
Obituary: Warren Allen Nelson
Warren A. Nelson, son of Harold and Esther Nelson, died on July 12, 2020 at age 89.
New pastor takes the helm at St. Andrew’s
There’s much happening in the world, the country, and even right in downtown Waterbury and it was in the midst of a flurry of activity that an important transition happened this past week at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church.
VT Fish & Wildlife news: Moose hunting permits, caution around nesting loons
July 8 deadline for moose hunting permit applications; Boaters, anglers urged to use caution around nesting loons.
Brief: Summer hours at Waterbury Area Food Shelf
The Waterbury Area Food Shelf has adjusted its hours for the summer, Director Linda Parks announced this week.
One bottle at a time: George Chilafoux, 1933-2020, collected many Waterbury friends
Just over a week ago, Waterbury lost a beloved resident. On Friday, June 19, 2020, George Chilafoux passed away at Central Vermont Medical Center. He was 86 years old.
Duxbury music lover, activist blends classic protest tracks, today’s street sounds to confront racism
The death of George Floyd, a Black Minneapolis man, at the knee of a white police officer in late May has forced many white people across the country, including in Vermont, to reckon with the history and persistence of racism in America.
Rolling tribute honors Waterbury man, 32, killed in Montpelier motorcycle crash
More than 100 motorcycle riders recently rolled through Waterbury to pay tribute to a local man who lost his life in a motorcycle crash in Montpelier earlier this month.