School Notes: Colby-Sawyer College honors retired New London Fire Chief
Colby-Sawyer College awarded former New London Fire Chief Jay Lyon the 2026 Community Award for his long service to campus safety.
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Opinion: Who do we believe now?
How AI and social media loops threaten democracy and why supporting local journalism is vital for restoring faith in the First Amendment.
Column: How to guide children through today’s political chaos
Help children build confidence amidst political instability by modeling calm behavior and encouraging independent thinking.
Upper Valley quilt selected for U.S. 250th anniversary exhibition in D.C.
White River Junction's rePlay Arts organized a community quilt for a Washington, D.C. art show honoring the U.S. 250th anniversary opening Sept. 30.
Art Notes: JAM’s film crew wraps ‘Valley Transit,’ eyes mid-winter release
NORWICH – The Norwich Fair hadn’t quite opened for visitors on the afternoon of Aug. 13, but the town green was still crowded with activity. A film crew had set up in front of the gazebo, where a group o...
‘We’re not going to have a business’: Trump’s trade war with Canada has Vermont companies scramblin...
Vermont businesses face devastating 50% Canadian tariffs following President Trump's latest trade actions.
Dartmouth roundup: Delby Lemieux released by NFL’s Vikings
Former Big Green All-Ivy offensive lineman Delby Lemieux, who signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in the spring, was waived by the team as NFL squads cut down their active rosters to...
2026 High school fall sports guide: Cross country
With the local high school sports season starting up, here is a look at some of the Upper Valley cross country teams looking to hit the ground running in 2026. Hanover High is among the squads aiming for cha...
2026 High school fall sports guide: Field hockey
With the local high school sports season starting up, here is a look at some of the Upper Valley field hockey teams hitting the field in 2026. Woodstock High is coming back for more this season after falli...
Norwich youth have fun at play-based mountain bike camp
Norwich youth improved biking skills through obstacles and games during a recent five-day mountain bike camp at Huntley Meadow.
Stevens turns the noise down on Mascoma
WEST CANAAN — With about 5½ minutes left in the contest, Kasey Morin played hero for the Stevens High boys soccer team by ripping a shot from the top of the 18-yard box to put his squad ahead as the Cardi...
2026 High school fall sports guide: Girls soccer
With the local high school sports season starting up, here is a look at some of the Upper Valley girls soccer teams hitting the pitch in 2026. Windsor, which lost its first game since the 2023 VPA Division...
Residents voice concerns over cannabis proposal in Royalton
ROYALTON — The Selectboard approved putting cannabis retail on the November ballot per request by a nearby dispensary owner, but some community members aren’t thrilled about the idea. The town’s...
Hartford considers a stricter car camping ban
HARTFORD — The town is grappling with a possible addition to its parking rules to clearly define “camping,” which is prohibited in municipal lots. Some selectboard members worried it would create more...
School bus crashes in Pomfret, no students on board
No students were injured when a Killington 2 school bus crashed on Howe Hill Road. The driver is recovering after being hospitalized.
I-89 Exit 20 ramp closure pushed to next week
WEST LEBANON — The Interstate 89 Exit 20 southbound off-ramp will close later than expected as work continues on a multiyear bridge replacement project that has snarled traffic around the interchange. The...
Local priest and six others face court after Williston ICE protest
The Rev. Earl Kooperkamp, a 69-year-old Episcopal priest from Bradford, was one of seven clergy members arrested Friday morning after blocking the doors of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement office in Wi...
School’s back in session. Here are some tips for helping students adjust.
Expert tips help students manage school anxiety through goal setting, better sleep routines, and proactive bullying prevention.
New UNH road construction training program aims to address workforce shortage
UNH receives a $250,000 federal grant to train a new highway construction workforce. Programs for adults and students start later this year.
Businesses bracing for potential tariff impact on foliage season
The number of Canadian tourists crossing into Vermont appears to have increased this summer, compared to last year, but not enough to have Upper Valley businesses breathing a sigh of relief. “We’re sti...
Enfield developer seeks permit for wetland road crossing
A developer is scheduled to ask the Enfield Zoning Board of Adjustment for permission to build a road across wetlands to support a new 27-lot subdivision plan on his property off Main Street.
New accessible trails expand Upper Valley recreational opportunities
New grants helped transform a Randolph dirt path into a smooth, wide trail for wheelchairs and individuals with mobility challenges.
Law student opens Royalton Reclaimed thrift store
SOUTH ROYALTON – Like Elle Woods in the 2000s comedy “Legally Blonde,” Mya Johanson is a law student obsessed with clothes. “I love wearing clothes, I love getting new clothes, and then I love gett...
Art Notes: Austrian artist Johannes Grenzfurthner explores context hacking at AVA Gallery
LEBANON – Last month, a news release from AVA Gallery and Art Center left me arching an eyebrow. Johannes Grenzfurthner, an Austrian artist and practitioner of “context hacking,” was stopping by the...