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BHS tops Comets; Ruby Dasaro notches game-high 20 points

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The photos tell the story! Take a look at the effort and intensity of the Richford Falcons as they battled Northfield on Thursday

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Your question answered: How might ARPA funds be spent in Swanton?

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UVM Extension’s Growing Works of Art contest is accepting submissions from K-8 students

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Here’s where you can go ice skating in Chittenden and Franklin Counties

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BHS tops Comets; Ruby Dasaro notches game-high 20 points

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The photos tell the story! Take a look at the effort and intensity of the Richford Falcons as they battled Northfield on Thursday

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St. Albans Leafs travel to rink of dreams for shinny tournament

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Send us your photos! How are you having fun in the snow? Updated 2 hrs ago

Q&A: After years of hard work, Caitlin Fortin is the new owner of Mother Hubbard's Bakery, Deli and Country Store Updated 5 hrs ago

St. Albans Leafs travel to rink of dreams for shinny tournament Updated 3 hrs ago

Outdoors with Ruthie: A late-day hike up Wheeler Mountain revealed wings in the snow and a glorious sunset 8 hrs ago

Enjoy these photos from MVU's buzzer beater win over Mt. Abe! Updated 1 hr ago

How to order at-home COVID tests from the U.S. Postal Service Updated 3 hrs ago

Q&A: Brian Savage, Swanton's new Town Administrator 20 hrs ago