By Jaime Thomas LiHigh student Tom Becker is putting on a benefit concert in Poultney next Friday, April 5, but instead of money he wants everyone to bring toiletries. Brand-new, unopened toiletries, that is. The senior has organized Music to Make a Difference as his capstone project at LiHigh School. “Basically the seniors of the [...]
Maple, maple, everywhere
By Jaime Thomas After all the preparations and a significant snowfall, the sap is flowing and it’s time for Maple Fest. For about two decades, the Poultney Chamber of Commerce has sponsored the event, and this year there will be no shortage of maple-themed things to do. “It’s going to be excellent; it’s a spring [...]
Singing and dancing at Mania
By Jaime Thomas Many locals got a chance to have their voices heard at Mettawee Mania on Saturday. Producer and director Rod Hawkins’ son Luke opened the show with a strong vocal performance, and he was followed by many others. Songs ranged from eight-year-old Emily Powers’ version of “Call Me Maybe” to fourth-grader Jade [...]






VPR commentator entertains at Slate Valley Museum
By Jaime Thomas About 75 people gathered at the Slate Valley Museum Thursday evening to listen to Vermont Public Radio [...]