Obituary: Christopher Robert Collins
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Christopher Robert Collins of Brandon, Florida, who passed away unexpectedly on December 21, 2024, at 60 years old.
Service notice: Brian Thomas “Tom” Sweet
The family of Brian Thomas Sweet, who passed away on December 8, 2024, invites friends to a memorial service to celebrate his life.
Vermont chorus qualifies for international competition
The Barre-Tones women’s barbershop chorus recently returned from a regional chorus and quartet competition in Massachusetts, where it qualified to participate in an international competition later this year.
17th Annual Gravel Grinder to make tracks through Waterbury, Stowe, Moretown this Sunday
Waterbury Area Trail Alliance’s biggest fundraising event returns this Sunday when more than 350 bikers take off for the 17th annual Gravel Grinder.
Obituary: Laina Ann Aylward
Laina Ann (Burnell) Aylward, a beacon of strength and love, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025, after a private but courageous battle with cancer.
Mad River Chorale’s spring concert: ‘Luminous Night of the Soul’
Mad River Chorale presents its spring concert, ‘Luminous Night of the Soul’, in two performances next weekend, May 3-4, in Waitsfield and Waterbury.
Waterbury-Stowe Fish & Game Club hosts annual Clean Up Day on May 3
The Waterbury-Stowe Fish & Game Club is planning their spring cleanup at the club for Saturday morning, May 3. Members and friends welcome.
Stowe Free Library invitation to mushroom foraging talk & tote bag art project
The Friends of the Stowe Free Library share two upcoming program highlights with nearby communities.
Obituary: Gerald LeRoy Marshall
Gerald LeRoy Marshall, 94, passed away peacefully at the Central Vermont Medical Center on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
Obituary: Timothy Frank Atwood
Timothy “Tim” Atwood, 62, of Barre, Vermont, passed away unexpectedly on April 18, 2025.
Circus Smirkus seeks host families for its July 2-3 Waterbury visit
For the third year, Circus Smirkus will visit Waterbury on its summer tour and it's putting out a call now for local families to host its young performers.
Waterbury author launches latest title at Bridgeside Books
Waterbury author Aaron Starmer’s latest work of young-adult fiction is set to be released next week and Bridgeside Books hosts a launch party on Thursday, May 1.
Jewish Community of Greater Stowe to mark Holocaust Remembrance, Tuesday, April 22
The Jewish Community of Greater Stowe, with interfaith partners in Lamoille County, will join together on Tuesday, April 22, at 5:30 p.m., to commemorate Yom HaShoah – the Holocaust Remembrance.
Obituary: Ellery ‘Ellie’ Dolan Curtis
Ellery “Ellie” Dolan Curtis, our beloved daughter, sister, sister-in-law, granddaughter, niece, cousin, friend, fellow outdoor adventurer, and colleague in public service, passed away unexpectedly, suddenly, and way too young on April 5 in a ski accident at Palisades Tahoe, California. She was 26.
Obituary: Marcel Robert Mongeur
Marcel Robert Mongeur, 73, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, 2025, at Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin.
Mud season means waiting to hit the high trails
With snow melted and spring in the air, forestry and recreation experts urge the public to hold off when it comes to getting out on the trails to hike and bike until they are sufficiently melted and dried out.
Town boards, commissions need members
April is the time of year when terms on the town’s volunteer boards and commissions typically expire and the Waterbury Select Board is looking to fill many of the upcoming openings at its April 21 meeting.
MakerSphere hosts Wood Shop & Stained-Glass Open House, April 26
On Saturday, April 26, the staff at MakerSphere invite the community to an open house at the Wood Shop & Maker Space from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Duxbury Land Trust toasts 30 years, hosts author-forester Ethan Tapper at annual meeting April 22
The Duxbury Land Trust holds its annual meeting Tuesday, April 22, featuring a presentation by forester and Vermont Book Award finalist Ethan Tapper.
Timely presentation: Coexisting with Bears
Besides mud and maple sugaring, springtime in Vermont signals the return of black bears to the landscape that often includes neighborhoods and backyards.