
Obituary: Brian Thomas Sweet
Brian Thomas Sweet, known as Tom, died in the comfort of his own home on December 8, 2024, with his family by his side.

Keeping winter coats clean
American beavers (Castor canadensis) and North American river otters (Lontra canadensis) both remain active through winter and have evolved many physiological and behavioral adaptions to live through freezing weather.

Holiday happenings for kids (& kids at heart)
In the weeks ahead of Christmas, multiple events and projects unfold in Waterbury to spread the holiday spirit. Many are kid-focused or kid-friendly. Santa Claus and Christmas trees are popular themes. Check out the list here.

Obituary: Mark Edward Swahn
Mark Edward Swahn, 58, of Jericho, Vermont, passed away on November 21, 2024.

Obituary: Dale Leland Kellogg Smeltzer
Dale Leland Kellogg Smeltzer died unexpectedly in Waterbury on December 1, 2024 at the age of 69.

Fallen logs invigorate stream life
Why document logs in streams? Because the presence of wood in the water is a key indicator of stream health.

Winter Solstice Meditation at the library
Waterbury Public Library’s regular ongoing programs continue through December with one special event scheduled to mark the Winter Solstice on Dec. 20.

Obituary: Ned L. Davis, AIFD, CFD, CMLFD
Ned Leslie Davis, 75, of Waterbury Center, passed away on Thanksgiving, November 28, 2024, with family by his side.

Silent auction paves the way for Waterbury Winterfest 2025
Planning for Winterfest 2025 is in the home stretch and events officially kick off with a silent auction at Bridgeside Books this Saturday, Dec. 7, at Bridgeside Books.

December performances & events
The December calendar is filling up with scores of performances and events popping up.
Waterbury Roundabout will have several Community posts this month with listings for upcoming events. This one will focus on performances. Another will cover all things Santa (and reindeer) and Christmas trees.

Obituary: Christine Miller
Christine Miller passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Christine was born on Nov. 17, 1955, in Orland, Maine. She was loved by many people and will be missed. She was known for her kind and caring soul.

Rotary and its ‘tree’ light up Waterbury
The holiday “tree” behind Brookside Primary School was lit on Sunday to brighten the short days of the winter season in our town.

Casting call for February stage productions in Waterbury, Waitsfield
Two local community theater groups have put out the call for auditions to cast two unique stage productions scheduled for February.

Obituary: Martin Norman Davis
Martin Norman Davis, 84, passed away at his home in Waterbury Center, on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

Obituary: Gail McCain
Gail McCain, 88, passed away in the comfort of her home at The Woodlands at Stowe on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.

Even skunks prepare for winter
Skunks become conspicuous in autumn, including in yards and – sadly – roads. This is in large part due to dispersal, as young skunks that left their mothers at the end of summer are foraging in new home ranges.

A boxelder for Terry
Boxelder (Acer negundo) – also known as ash-leaf maple, elf maple, Manitoba maple, and other, less printable names – is the misfit cousin of the Acer family.

Lover of old things finds a niche with Waterbury’s historical society
A self-described lover of old things, Randolph resident Stacey Askew has found a new calling surrounded by Waterbury’s historical treasures.

Waterbury Acts of Kindness nominations open through Nov. 25
Revitalizing Waterbury and Ivy Computer are teaming up for the fourth year to bestow surprise gifts upon various community members nominated to acknowledge their Acts of Kindness performed over the past year.

Make reservations now for 20th annual Thanksgiving Dinner for seniors
A Thanksgiving tradition continues this year and marks a milestone as volunteers prepare for the 20th annual Thanksgiving dinner for area seniors. The free holiday meal will be served starting at noon on Thanksgiving Day at the Waterbury Area Senior Center.