This Week’s News
OV rock climbing scales to 4th at state championship
Dozens of middle- and high-school climbers from around the region vied for the top spot, ascending newly created routes ranging in difficulty level from 5.7 to 5.13.
Baird Farm Maple Open House, March 25 and 26
How about some maple syrup on rosemary waffles? Maple-themed beer from Mount Holly Beer Co.? Maple tasting?
Brandon Police Report: Animals and ODs abound
Brandon police were kept busy this past week with medical emergencies, disputes, and driving violations.
Gardening: I’m right where I want to be
“Who is the master of our gardens? Plants, weeds, weather or us?” asks Judy Reilly when I arrive. I’m not sure how I’d answer that question.
Brian Coolidge, Seth Hopkins, and Cecil Reniche-Smith win seats on Brandon Selectboard
In one of the few contested Selectboard races in the area, two Brandon incumbents retained their seats while a relative newcomer managed to win a seat occupied by someone appointed after a resignation.
Photos of the Week
Sports
OV keeps Mill River to one touchdown in rainy Senior Game loss
Despite the dreary weather, OV Football celebrated the team’s seniors in a 0-1 game against Mill River.
OV’s Lucas Politano stands tall on the fairway
Lucas Politano, a junior at Otter Valley, is having a fantastic season on the school’s golf team, winning the individual State Division II Championship for a second year just last week.
Roselli locks down Vermont 200 starting spot at Devil’s Bowl
Two drivers can sleep easy on Saturday night, after racing their way into Sunday’s Fabian Earth Moving Vermont 200 at Devil’s Bowl Speedway.
At Devil’s Bowl, Hanson, English, Barrows and more nab wins
Josh Masterson and Tanner Siemons headlined a long list of winners Sunday night at New England’s Fastest Dirt Track.
Fisher brings ‘Elmo’ tribute to Victory Lane at Devil’s Bowl
Mike Fisher waited a long time for his first win at Devil’s Bowl Speedway, and the payoff was worth it.