Opinion: Get involved in our community’s resistance against ICE

“Let’s not assume that this will be the last ICE incident in our local community.”

Vermont Progressive Party chair resigns after less than a year on the job

Hunsinger will stay involved with the party, including as chair of its Addison County committee.

Fourth annual Snugfest returns with music, art, sustainable fashion and community

Sweet Snugfest is coming up for its fourth annual celebration of music, art, fashion and community at the Snowbowl on Sunday, Sept. 13.

Snuggle into an analog reality: An evening of words and art in Ripton

Escape the late-summer rush and find grounding at the Chipman Inn on Thursday, Aug. 27. Enjoy a free evening of literature, abstract art and local community featuring authors Jim Ellefson and Tal Birdsey, complete with light bites and cookies.

Ripton reacquires its school from ACSD

ACSD transferred ownership of the former Ripton Elementary building to the town, which is now studying potential community uses for it.

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  Middlebury’s Ilsley Library renovation and expansion project is beginning to look more like a finished product. Believe it or not, the end of construction is near on the $17 million undertaking at 77 Main St. In her most recent report, Ilsley Direc … (read more)

By the way, June 11, 2026

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

Ripton’s Sarah King releases first song since cancer diagnosis in 2024

Sarah King’s collaborative, emotional cover of Pink Floyd’s “Wish You Were Here” releases just in time for Father’s Day, to honor the loss of her father last July.

A tribute to Luna Grace

A tribute to Luna Grace Hunsinger.

Nelson honored with Spirit In Nature Eco-Spirit Award for 2026

Nelson will receive the honor and will address the topic, “Speaking for the Trees — Protecting Forests on Public Lands” as part of the awards ceremony.

Meet Finnegan Bluey the Pet of the Week!

Say hi to fluffy Finny from Ripton.

Phoebe Hussey inducted into Chi Alpha Sigma

Nordic skier Phoebe Hussey of Ripton was recently inducted into the Saint Michael’s College chapter of Chi Alpha Sigma.

North Branch School theater ascends the Himalayan Peaks

The play will be presented on Friday and Saturday night, April 10 and 11, at 7:30 p.m., in the Ripton Community House.

North Branch School theater ascends the Himalayan Peaks

This year’s student-authored play includes an imaginative cast of characters, as well as mountain themes and music in honor of their late schoolmate.

Ripton Town Meeting Day 2026 Results

RIPTON — Brooke Wilcox topped Milo Tudor, 131-25, in the Town Meeting Day race for a three-year term on the selectboard, succeeding incumbent Laurie Cox, who decided not to seek reelection after 40 years of service. Residents also passed by resounding voi … (read more)

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