HARDWICK – Local players from Hardwick, Craftsbury, Albany and Danville led their Black River soccer team to a victory over the Barre Stone Cutters on Sunday in the annual PolyWhey Cup. The historic third annual PolyWhey Cup between an NEK Black River team and the Barre Stone Cutters was played[Read More…]
Albany
Trespassing
BARTON – On May 6, at approximately 2:08 p.m.,, Orleans County Sheriff’s Department Dispatch received a call from the Circle K Gas Station in Barton, regarding Karin Musso of Albany trespassing on the property. Deputy Battista arrived on scene and after investigation it was found that Musso was trespassing. Deputy[Read More…]
English and Tetor dominate 2026 Genny Tenny
CRAFTSBURY – Wolcott’s Maxfield English and Craftsbury’s Alayne Tetor dusted the field over the weekend in the 7th Annual Genny Tenny, their second wins of the season on the Central Vermont Runners (CVR) Circuit. English completed the 10-mile dirt road race connecting the villages of Craftsbury and Albany in 1:02:35.[Read More…]
“April,” a VerseVillage poem
Every muddened pothole laden with water, slamming tires, Looks less intense from afar, and even if slow going, we’re jolting from our seats. Again, the back road dirt life is heightened, puddled heavier than those on pavement, squelching deeper and more insistent on trapping wheels within. Soon, enchanted by peepers[Read More…]
Vermont State Police
Rear-end collision ALBANY – On December 16 at approximately 7:32 a.m., the Vermont State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Vt. Route 14 in the town of Albany. Upon troopers arrival, the operators were identified as Jericho Thatcher of Barton, and Shannon Smith of Marshfield. Investigation revealed that Smith[Read More…]
Housing conversation, Oct. 25
GREENSBORO – Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., Headwaters Community Trust will hold a conversation about the future of housing in Albany, Craftsbury, Glover, Greensboro and beyond. The conversation will explore the question, “What could affordable housing look like in our towns?”. The event is in the Greensboro United Church of[Read More…]
Benefit honors local heroes, Sept. 27
IRASBURG – The Jesse Strong Patriots Day Benefit will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27, 3 to 9 p.m. at the Creek Hill Barn. The day will honor Marine Sgt. Jesse Strong of East Albany, who was killed in action in Iraq, and David “Chris” Maland, the US Customs and[Read More…]
Fairgrounds Hosts State 4-H Horse Show
ESSEX JUNCTION − The 2025 Vermont State 4-H Horse Show was held at the Champlain Valley Exposition fairgrounds in Essex Junction, July 11 to 13. Horse show participants also took part in quiz bowl and judging, with the scores from these combined with the fitting and showmanship and 4-H project/suitability class[Read More…]
Variety Show Benefit, April 26
ALBANY – The Albany Variety Show will be held Saturday, April 26, 7 p.m., at the Albany Town Hall. The show features juggling, poetry and more. There is a bake sale at the event, with admission by donation. All proceeds benefit the Albany Historical Society.
Magic the Gathering Event, Feb. 11
ALBANY— Both experienced players and beginners are welcome to a Magic the Gathering gaming event, February 11, 4 to 7 p.m., at The Genny. Boards and cards will be available or attendees may bring their own. The Genny is located at 842 Main Street, Albany.
Paint and Sip, Feb. 15
ALBANY— A paint and sip event will be held on February 15, 4:30 to 7 p.m., at The Genny. The admission cost includes one drink. Participants must call(802)-755-9062 or email the store at [email protected] to sign up. The Genny is located at 842 Main Street.
Board Game Night, Feb. 18
ALBANY— A board game night will be held February 18, 4 to 7 p.m. at The Genny. Games will be provided, or attendees can bring their own. The Genny is located at 842 Main Street.
