Kingdom Swim 2017 welcomes swimmers from all over the Americas
NEWPORT — Over the weekend, Lake Memphremagog welcomed open water swimmers and “yackers” to the 9th Annual Kingdom Swim. They came from … Keep Reading
Another swimmer goes the 25-mile distance between Newport and Magog
NEWPORT — Last week Charlotte Brynn swam the 25-mile distance on Lake Memphremagog between Magog, Quebec, and Newport, Vermont, in 13 hours … Keep Reading
Local students recognized for land stewardship
NEWPORT — Each year, the Vermont Land Trust gives out the Land Stewards Award to qualified juniors and seniors who attend vocational … Keep Reading
72 receive high school diplomas through NEKLS
NEWPORT — Although only 18 students from around the NEK chose to take part in the cap and gown ceremony at Lyndon … Keep Reading
Open water swimming season underway in the Northeast Kingdom
NEWPORT — Thirteen open water swimmers participated in this year’s “Son of a Swim,” as the open water swimming season gets underway … Keep Reading
State officials say escaped elk may have to be shot
DERBY — Vermont Fish and Wildlife officials are saying that if they are unable to recapture the 16 elk that have been … Keep Reading
Elk herd on the loose in Derby
DERBY — The search is on in Derby for a variety of non-native elk that escaped their pasture by the Cow Palace … Keep Reading
Walking in Newport to remember, prevent, inspire and educate
NEWPORT — There will be an “Overdose Awareness and Memorial Walk” in Newport on June 24, from 1-4, starting at the Newport … Keep Reading
Summer Block Party in Newport kicks off summer and free lunches
NEWPORT — The 4th Annual Summer Block Party will be held at Gardner Park in Newport, on Thursday, June 22 from 3 … Keep Reading
Local riders win the Moose
NEWPORT — Randy Durivage and Laurie Durivage of Derby, defended home turf and won this year’s Moose, a 103 mile “timed event” … Keep Reading
Newport Police leaders recognized by New England Narcotic Officers Association
NEWPORT — Two members of the Newport Police Department were recognized for their roles assisting with the arrest of more than two … Keep Reading
Howard Frank Mosher’s personal book collection to be housed at Leach Public Library
IRASBURG — The Irasburg Selectboard and the Trustees of the Leach Public Library have announced an Open House to introduce and honor … Keep Reading
Damsell leads Orleans County Conservation District
NEWPORT — Sarah Damsell marks her first year as the new District Manager of the Orleans County Natural Resources Conservation District. Damsell … Keep Reading
Taste the flavors of the NEK at the 9th annual Taste of the Kingdom
NEWPORT — The 9th Annual Taste of the Kingdom, a fundraising event held by Green Mountain Farm-to-School (GMFTS), will be taking place … Keep Reading
Police warning Orleans County residents of phone scam
NEWPORT — Police are warning of a phone scam that cost a local man $1,500. On Tuesday police say they received a … Keep Reading
Weather alert: dangerously cold wind chills of 35 below zero coming to Orleans County
ST. JOHNSBURY — The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Chill Warning for Orleans County starting Thursday afternoon into Friday morning. … Keep Reading
CCV and NEKLS collaborate
NEWPORT — Community Colleges in the Northeast Kingdom have teamed up with Northeast Kingdom Learning Services (NEKLS) to help students connect to … Keep Reading
New beginnings for women entrepreneurs in the Northeast Kingdom
NEWPORT — A first-time USDA Rural Business Development grant called ”ASPIRE!” has arrived to engage and empower women entrepreneurs in the Northeast … Keep Reading
Round Island on Lake Memphremagog for sale
NEWPORT — Have you watched HGTV’s Island Hunters and dreamed about owning your own island? Well, you don’t have to travel as … Keep Reading
Judd’s Wayeeses Farms, Brunelle Farms, and Couture’s Maple Shop take home top prizes this year
BARTON — The Orleans County Maple Producers held their annual maple contest at the Orleans County Fair on Wednesday, August 16. There … Keep Reading
Local Senior Companions honored for their work
NEWPORT – The NEK Council on Aging recently celebrated the accomplishments of 15 local “Senior Companions,” who help elderly residents live at … Keep Reading