This Week’s News
Brandon SB looks to move forward on issues of inclusivity
A full slate of business was discussed on Monday night in Brandon, with topics ranging from the hot button to the relatively mundane.
Seventh annual Antique Apple Fest on October 1
This harvest celebration pays special tribute to the apple via the chance to view an heirloom apple orchard and sample vintage apple varieties.
Tanya Sousa’s children’s book featured on the story walk in Rutland
Vermont author Tanya Sousa’s children’s picture book, Tossing Stars, is Come Alive Outside’s newest Trail Tale.
Housing Trust of Rutland County welcomes new Director of Property and Asset Management
In his role, Bill will manage the existing portfolio of nearly 400 residential units across Rutland County while developing new projects and improving the existing housing stock.
Cast Off 8’s Square Dance Club cuts a rug in Pittsford
Following the Spanish flu pandemic in 1918, the world saw social dancing take off as people Charleston-ed, Shimmied, and Fox Trotted their way back into each other’s lives.
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Sports
Proctor baseball team nets big bucks at Franklin’s fundraiser
Franklin’s fundraiser nets $1,574.15 for Proctor baseball team to go to Cooperstown.
OVUHS rock climbers end regular season on a high note
When the last climber was belayed down the wall for the final regular-season meet last Tuesday, Feb. 28, at Green Mountain Rock Climbing Center in Rutland, the Otter Valley Union High School climbing team topped the scoreboard, with a season total of 115,725.
Take a shot at pickleball
When was the last time you experienced a “dink in the kitchen” or made a serve from the “even court?” This is the language of Pickleball enthusiasts, and we’ve got a few right here in Brandon.
Disc golf beats the winter blues at Brandon Town Hall
Imagine throwing a flying disc in the cavernous Brandon Town Hall. Now you can!
OV wrestling coach named Vermont Coach of the Year; team takes third at state championship
When the mats were rolled up on Saturday night in the Vergennes Union High School gym, wrestlers from Mount Abraham, Middlebury, Otter Valley and the host school had racked up three individual state titles and 20 top-six podium finishes at the Vermont championship tournament.