By the way, June 11, 2026

Three different prominent Vermont politicians will be in Vergennes over the coming days.

Local Girl Scouts sell more than 8,000 packages of cookies

The Girl Scout Cookie program is the largest girl-led entrepreneurship program in the world.

Bristol Police Log: Man cited for retail theft

Between May 10 and 23 Bristol police completed 53 foot patrols, conducted 13 traffic stops and checked security at Mount Abraham Union Middle/High School 14 times, at Bristol Elementary School 14 times and at local businesses 10 times.

New exhibit: The Plank Road Art Stand in Bristol

There’s a horse trailer on Plank Road in Bristol that’s actually an art gallery. Check out the work of Brenda Myrick, the estate of Barbara Lane, and Jim Lienau on view through October.

Local UCC churches combine for a day

“This is believed to be the first time in recent memory — and possibly ever — that all Addison County Association churches have worshiped together on a Sunday morning.”

The Tillerman’s big red barn gets ready to host another season of weekly free music

Bristol’s Tillerman brings the beats back to the big red barn on Wednesday evenings through the summer.

Wave of thefts from vehicles hits Bristol

This follows a rash of thefts from cars parked in Vergennes and Middlebury in recent weeks.

‘Passport to History’ encourages locals to explore the past

The program encourages community members to visit some of the historic sites around Addison County.

Vermont State Police Log, May 14, 2026

In what appeared to be a quiet week for Vermont State Police according to the number of cases the New Haven barracks announced, troopers did arrest a Waltham man who they suspect of driving drunk for the third time.

Bristol cheers on Girls on the Run in 5K on May 7

Bristol Elementary School held a Girls on the Run practice 5K with students and community members.

Locals build community through Bristol forum

Last week’s event consisted of a potluck and small groups centered around topics like finding joy and protecting democracy.

Book signing and singing in Bristol

Rick Ceballos and Lausanne Allen will be at Art on Main in Bristol on May 9 to sign books, play music and share stories. Stop in 3-5 p.m.

Fairy houses bring residents to Bristol trails

Events this past Saturday and on May 2 are aimed at getting residents out on the Bristol Trail Network and connecting with the natural world.

Bristol Police Log: Police respond to family fights, and a fatal car fire

In police activity between March 29 and April 18, Bristol police completed 73 foot patrols, conducted 22 traffic stops and checked security at Mount Abraham Union High School 21 times, at Bristol Elementary School 22 times and at local businesses 13 times … (read more)

Vermont State Police Log: State police say Burlington man driving while impaired in Bristol

Troopers were assisted by members of Vermont Fish & Wildlife, as well as Bristol and Vergennes police.

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