This Week’s News
Not so long ago, the time of day depended on where you were
“What time is it?” wasn’t always as straightforward a question as it might seem. That’s because up until the late 19th century, there was no universally accepted time.
Brandon Lumber opens a new paint center
As we stumble out of another winter, toward the warmth and light of spring, many homeowners will take stock of their abodes and decide whether this will be the year to repaint.
Our Creative Kids: Michelle Hendee
Notan is a Japanese paper-cutting technique that plays with the concept of mirror images, negative and positive space.
Beyond the garden gate: Grow a kaleidoscope of color
Jane Aines has lived in Forestdale her whole life. She has been gardening since the late 70s and at her current home since 1983.
What do you collect? I have some ideas
Americans love to collect. We love collections. We love collectibles. And I love to talk to my customers about their collections
Photos of the Week
Sports
Two OV seniors named to 2022 North-South All-Star football roster
Keevon Parks and Caleb Whitney were recently named to the South team’s roster for this year’s North-South All-Star game to be held at Norwich University on November 20.
Otter golfers win back-to-back Division II state titles
Sparked by a medalist performance by sophomore Lucas Politano, the Otter Valley Union High School boys’ golf team claimed its second consecutive Division II championship on Thursday, Oct. 13.
OV field hockey snags 3-0 victory over Middlebury
The host Otter Valley field hockey team struck for two first-quarter goals against visiting Middlebury on Thursday, Oct. 6, and did enough the rest of the way to earn a 3-0 victory.
OV golfers qualify for 2022 Division II state tournament
The 2021 Division II champion Otter Valley boys’ golf team qualified to defend its title on Thursday, Oct. 6, by finishing second in the qualifying tournament on the Otters’ home course, Neshobe Golf Club.
OV girls’ soccer extends winning streak to four games
One of the hallmarks of great teamwork is communication. This is true in business and relationships, as well as in sports, and it has been a big part of the OV girls’ soccer team’s three-game win streak coming into Friday’s showdown with Springfield—including a 7-0 lambasting of Mill River on September 28.