Sports

VAST trails open soon, riders urged to stay on them

VERMONT- Every year snowmobile trails in Vermont open on December 16 and close on April 15, as required by Vermont law. But, according to the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers, it is really up to the local clubs to officially open up their own trail system based on snowfall and trail...

Ella Dubin, of Northfield, MA; Tanya Wheeler, of Wilmington; and Addie Boutin, of Essex Junction, were among the Vermont 4-H club members who took part in the hippology contest at the Northeast Regional 4-H Horse Contest.
Photo by Amanda Turgeon

Ella Dubin, of Northfield, MA; Tanya Wheeler, of Wilmington; and Addie Boutin, of Essex Junction, were among the Vermont 4-H club members who took part in the hippology contest at the Northeast Regional 4-H Horse Contest. Photo by Amanda Turgeon

Vermonters do well at 4-H regionals

SOUTH WINDSOR, CT- Vermont 4-H had a strong presence at the Northeast Regional 4-H Horse Contest on October 27, with 29 youths taking part in the various competitions.
The annual event serves as a warm-up for delegates competing at Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup in Louisville, KY, in...

Participants in last year’s Komen Snowshoe Vermont.

Participants in last year’s Komen Snowshoe Vermont.

Early deadline for Komen snowshoe walk

MANCHESTER- Early-bird registration rates continue to be available through Thanksgiving, November 28, for the Susan G. Komen New England’s Snowshoe Vermont 3K or 5K walk. Fees ($30 for adults or survivors) will go up $5 for adults on November 29, with the youth rate remaining at $15.
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Input sought on state recreation plan

VERMONT- The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation and the Center for Rural Studies at the University of Vermont have announced that the draft Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan is available for public comment through December 12. Vermont’s recreation and planning...

It's go time!

The recent run of cold weather, with lows in the single digits, allowed local ski areas to pump out snow in anticipation of the winter season. Mount Snow opened its lifts on Wednesday, with six trails open for skiers and riders. Snowmaking continues and more trails are expected to open soon,...

Riding in style

The Twin Valley fifth-sixth-grade girls’ soccer team had a plush ride to their final soccer match of the season. The players earned the luxe transport: they were undefeated on the season.

Harlem Rockets bring crazy hoops fun

WHITINGHAM- The Harlem Rockets comedy basketball team will once again roll into the valley on Friday night, November 22.
The Rockets will be playing against a group of Twin Valley Middle High School juniors and seniors. Tip-off is scheduled for 6:30 pm, with doors opening at 5:30 pm. ...

Tips for a safe hunting season

VERMONT- With rifle season fast approaching, Forest Service officials with the Green Mountain National Forest are encouraging the public to use caution and to be visible and mindful of their surroundings in the coming weeks.
Saturday, November 16, marks the opening day of the white-tailed...

Coaches can have a positive impact on youth development.

Coaches can have a positive impact on youth development.

Coaches sought for Girls on the Run

VERMONT- Girls on the Run Vermont’s spring coach registration is now open. Becoming a coach for Girls on the Run Vermont means creating a positive impact for girls. Girls on the Run is a physical activity-based positive youth development program that is designed to enhance girls’ social,...

Wildcats claw Eagles for state title

BELLOWS FALLS- Twin Valley senior forward Lucas Messing is planning to study physical therapy after graduating from high school in the spring. He might want to add a minor in garbology after Saturday’s D4 championship match 4-1 win over Arlington. Messing was involved on every Twin Valley score...