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A Burton Snowboards Exhibit Spotlights Artist Scott Lenhardt’s Rad Skills
If walls really could talk, artist Scott Lenhardt’s childhood bedroom in West Rupert would not shut up. The stories seem to lie in wait. In…
Wake Boat Opponents Pack Vermont Hearing on Regulation
Kim Mackey, a doctor from Wisconsin, owns and enjoys a 450-horsepower wake boat. But he urged regulators this week to keep the powerful craft off…
Did I Break My Penis?
Dear Reverend, I had some pretty wild sex the other day. It was great, but now my penis really hurts. Could I have broken it?…
City of Essex Junction Notice of Public Hearing Proposed fy24 Budget February 22, 2023, 6:35 PM
A public hearing on the FY24 Budget and Capital Program for the City of Essex Junction will be held in person at 2 Lincoln Street,…
New Music From Fever Dolls and Celebrating Alexander Twilight
The Fever Dolls are back with a new single. “Hate Myself (for Loving You)” — no relation to the similarly named Joan Jett AND the…
Letters to the Editor (2/15/23)
Spend Wisely [Re “Who Cares?” January 11]: Once again, the Democratic Party supermajority in Montpelier has another grand plan that amounts to the same old…
Freeway Clyde, ‘Sunflower’
(Self-released, digital) Freeway Clyde is an odd but fitting name for Michael Chorney’s latest ensemble, because this is a strange project indeed. In theory, it’s…
Free Will Astrology (2/15/23)
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Some people I respect regard the Bible as a great work of literature. I don’t share that view. Like psychologist Valerie…
Ethan WL, ‘The Pink House’
(Drongo Tapes, cassette, digital) Last year, while walking through a flea market in Fairlee, guitarist and composer Ethan WL happened upon an acoustic guitar. Despite…
What Does Matt Rogers’ Hiring as Director of Programming Mean at the Flynn?
It was one of those “It’s right under your nose” moments for Jay Wahl. The executive director of the Flynn was talking with new hire…
To Help Improve Highways, Vermonters Can Now Report Roadkill
State officials are gathering information to help them build better roadway crossings for wild animals — and they need your help. All it takes is…
Highland Center for the Arts’ Open Air Gallery Welcomes Hardy Art Lovers for a Third Season
During the first pandemic winter, Highland Center for the Arts in Greensboro came up with a novel way to draw visitors: place outdoor sculptures on…
From the Publisher: Road Trip
No one keeps track of how many Vermonters spend the winter in warmer climes, and the absence of that data is likely intentional. The snowbirds…
Susan Calza Revisits Her Past in ‘Our Demons Are Translucent’
In her eponymous Montpelier gallery, artist Susan Calza has installed a new selection of old works. “Our Demons Are Translucent” consists of large, ink drawings…
The Global Roots Film Festival Screens International Submissions to the Academy Awards
As winter trudges on, Vermonters may crave an exotic getaway. The Global Roots Film Festival offers a more affordable escape, bringing filmgoers to the far…
Soundbites: Life After Waking Windows
When you spend enough time in a music scene, you start to notice shifts, passages from one era to another. They’re subtle and, to the…
Northfield’s Police Chief Takes Flak for His Provocative Public Stances
John Helfant is one of the most vocal parents in the Orange Southwest School District. At a school board meeting last year, the father of…
Vermont’s Old Churches Offer Potential for New Enterprises — If They’re Not Demolished First
St. Stephen Catholic Church, constructed from marble quarried in Rutland County, is an eye-catching Winooski landmark. With its Gothic Revival touches, the 95-year-old church is…
Silence Has Power in the Oscar-Nominated Irish-Language Drama ‘The Quiet Girl’
The slate of nominees for Best International Feature Film at the 95th Academy Awards offers some glaring omissions, but it’s hard to fault the presence…
Now Playing in Theaters: February 15-21
In addition to A Man Called Otto, here’s what is playing in Northern and Central Vermont movie theaters this week. Listings include new movies, vintage films and a directory of open theaters.
Just Cut Program Helps Vermont Institutions Serve More Local Produce
It was peak lunch in the University of Vermont’s Central Campus Dining hall on a recent Friday around noon. Students lined up for grilled cheese…
Portapies Delivers the Flavors of Jamaica and Britain
Jamal Johnson-Anderson grew up in the north London neighborhood of Hackney learning to cook from his Jamaican grandmother. Every Sunday after church, he recalled, she’d…
Three Questions for Matt Grant of Linchpin Amari
When Matt Grant was choosing a name for his amaro brand, he was drawn to the symbolism of a simple linchpin. “It goes into an…
Maverick Market at 110 Offers Local Goods in Burlington
Since August 2020, Local Maverick has sold products from more than 150 small Vermont food, drink, craft and wellness businesses through its online and pop-up…
Obituary: Carol Hinson, 1950-2023
Longtime Realtor and accomplished seamstress served Burlington’s Ronald McDonald House for 39 years
Obituary: Neil Stout, 1932-2023
Former UVM history professor helped found the university’s historic preservation program
Illegal Crossings on the Vermont-Canadian Border Are Soaring
As dangerously bitter cold settled over the Northeast on February 3, Robert Garcia, who heads the Swanton-based U.S. Border Patrol sector, posted a photo of…
The Magnificent 7: Must See, Must Do, February 15-21
It’s the shortest month of the year, but there’s no shortage of ways for Vermonters to connect learn and have a good time. We’ve compiled seven must-do events including a performance by the rootsy folk duo of Vivian Leva and Riley Calcagno.
Obituary: Jackson Downey-Teachout, 1990-2023
Hopeless optimist’s biggest joy in life was being a father
Vermont-Made Fantasy Film ‘The Butterfly Queen’ Premieres in Brattleboro
Liam O’Connor-Genereaux was born 27 years ago in a church in South Ryegate. His family moved from the converted church to a sheep farm in…
Obituary: Jean Williams Trahan, 1931-2023
Committed volunteer fulfilled her lifelong goals of being a mom, a loving and supportive wife, and a friend to all
Middlesex’s Red Hen Baking Raises Prices, Eliminates Electronic Tipping
If you go to Red Hen Baking in Middlesex on Tuesday, February 14, to buy a sweet for your sweetheart, you’ll notice a change when…
Obituary: Richard Hong, 1929-2023
Gifted physician, researcher and professor brought laughter and brightness to all who knew him
Obituary: William Van Duyn, 1956-2023
Native Texan’s sole focus later in life was on his husband and life partner of 37 years
Obituary: Margaret Briggs Lonergan, 1933-2023
Waterworks hostess of 17 years leaves many wonderful friends near and far






