Whitney Aldrich 3/27/25 Whitney Aldrich 3/27/25

Family dynamics, emotional inheritance come into focus in ‘Coagulate’ exhibit, April 2-May 10

Susan Smereka, A visionary artist known for exploring human connections and emotional histories, Susan Smereka presents a groundbreaking exhibition titled “Coagulate” at Axel’s Gallery from April 2 through May 10.

Kenrick Vezina 3/27/25 Kenrick Vezina 3/27/25

The many lives of the eastern newt

You’re probably familiar with the basic amphibian life plan: start as a wriggly water-breathing tadpole, transform into an adult that breathes air. Enter the eastern newt, an amphibian with threedifferent forms, whose ability to transform its body and lifestyle makes its peers look like amateurs.

Waterbury Roundabout 3/25/25 Waterbury Roundabout 3/25/25

Obituary: Kristy L. Bowen

Kristy Lee (Durand) Bowen was born September 20, 1986, to Raymond Durand and Tammi Green (Luce), in Waterbury, Vermont.

Waterbury Roundabout 3/25/25 Waterbury Roundabout 3/25/25

Two community theater groups seek local actors for timeless plays

Local actors looking to stretch their skills can check out two upcoming opportunities from community theater groups in the Mad River Valley and Waterbury.

Waterbury Roundabout 3/23/25 Waterbury Roundabout 3/23/25

Upcoming performances in & near Waterbury

Check out highlights of upcoming live musical performances – several in Waterbury, others nearby in Barre and Montpelier – March 28 to April 5.

Vermont Fish & Wildlife Dept. 3/21/25 Vermont Fish & Wildlife Dept. 3/21/25

Public comment sought on proposed changes to deer, moose and turkey hunting regs

The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Board is seeking public comment on proposed changes to Vermont’s white-tailed deer, moose and turkey hunting regulations, as well as the rules for transporting wild game meat from out of state.

Laurie D. Morrissey 3/21/25 Laurie D. Morrissey 3/21/25

Red, silver: A tale of two maples

In early spring, a reddish haze appears in the woodlands. With most deciduous trees still dormant, the red maples are living up to their name.

Lisa Scagliotti 3/19/25 Lisa Scagliotti 3/19/25

Town planners ask community to look to the future for town plan update

The Planning Commission is holding a series of public “visioning session” to gather ideas for its once-every-decade update of the Town Plan. The next one is this Thursday, March 20, as a Zoom-only opportunity, 6-8 p.m. Two more are coming soon afterward.

Gary Dillon, Fire Chief 3/19/25 Gary Dillon, Fire Chief 3/19/25

60 years fly by for Robert Grace marking a fire department milestone

On March 9, 2025, Robert Grace accomplished something that no other Waterbury Firefighter has: he celebrated 60 years in the department.

Waterbury Roundabout 3/19/25 Waterbury Roundabout 3/19/25

Embracing ‘Vermont Weather,’ Rotary announces NQID theme

Waterbury Rotary has announced the theme of “Vermont Weather” for this year's Not Quite Independence Day celebration now being planned for Saturday, June 28.

Lisa Scagliotti 3/18/25 Lisa Scagliotti 3/18/25

Surprising sugarmakers in the late winter woods

As steam rises from sugarhouse cupolas and early morning coffee pots, sugarmakers are working overtime to turn maple sap into golden syrup. But as it turns out, they aren’t alone: other living things are sugaring too, and their stories affect the syrup that is poured on your pancakes (or into your morning coffee).

Waterbury Roundabout 3/18/25 Waterbury Roundabout 3/18/25

Obituary: Brenda Belle Degreenia

Our quiet, gentle mother, Brenda Belle (Perry) Degreenia, surrounded by her family, passed peacefully on March 9, 2025.

Lisa Scagliotti 3/14/25 Lisa Scagliotti 3/14/25

LEAP Fair canceled due to school flood damage

Plans for Waterbury LEAP’s annual Energy Fair have been called off due to last week’s flooding at Crossett Brook Middle School.

Jen Weimer 3/14/25 Jen Weimer 3/14/25

Survival in the cold: Lessons of the polar vortex

The new year ushered in an arctic blast that has only recently let up. This extreme plunge in temperature is referred to as a polar vortex.

Waterbury Roundabout 3/11/25 Waterbury Roundabout 3/11/25

Obituary: Alice Grace Haskins

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, Alice Grace Haskins, 93, of Waterbury, Vermont. Alice passed away peacefully at her home, in the company of family on February 26, 2025.

Waterbury Roundabout 3/11/25 Waterbury Roundabout 3/11/25

Obituary: Penny Sue Mandigo

Penny Sue Mandigo, 56, of Waterbury, Vermont, passed away suddenly on Friday afternoon February 28, 2025, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

Waterbury Roundabout 3/10/25 Waterbury Roundabout 3/10/25

Service Notice: Richard Hallstrom

The family of Richard “Strummer” Hallstrom has scheduled a celebration of Richard’s life for Saturday, April 5, at 2 p.m. at the American Legion in Waterbury. Light refreshments will be served.

Michael J. Caduto 3/7/25 Michael J. Caduto 3/7/25

Blood Moon goes dark on March 14

The total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, grabbed headlines and dazzled millions, and now 2025 has a total eclipse of its own, albeit of the lunar variety taking place while most humans in this time zone are usually sleeping.