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State Police investigate an attempted burglary
State Police are investigating an attempted burglary of the Hasgas Convenience Store on Route 30.
A new Manchester Challenge is about to be issued, potentially making plastic bags a thing of the past throughout the town.
Death shines a light on sex laws
The death and possible sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl from Braintree has again put the spotlight on Vermont's sex offender laws.
Fourth Annual Tour de Paws offers cyclists three rides
Second Chance Animal Center will hold the Fourth Annual Tour de Paws on Sunday, July 13.
MMF Summer Concert series starting at new time
The Manchester Music Festival starts its 34th summer season on July 10 with a "journey toward Bohemia," featuring works by Dvorak, Kodaly, Bartok and Sarasate.
Sales tax holiday designed to boost business coming
A free sales tax weekend will be taking place on July 12 and 13, but how it will affect the local economy remains to be seen.
Local men arrested on weapons charges in Mass.
Two Manchester men were arrested late last week on weapons charges, according to the Holyoke Police Department.
Trapped teen rescued from Vermont cave
Members of the Vermont Cave Rescue Network, Mount Tabor/Danby Fire Department, Manchester and Rutland ambulance and the Vermont State Police Tuesday at 2 a.m. rescue a 16-year-old girl from the Falls Cliff cave ...
Town set to crack down on dog license violations
Beginning July 1 the town will be cracking down on unlicensed dogs. Manchester Town Manager John O'Keefe said the town will begin aggressively seeking out those dogs who have never been licensed or were ...
Philadelphia Dance Company to perform in Manchester
The Philadelphia Dance Company better known as Philadanco will return to Manchester this month.
Long time local auto repair business moving to Dorset Industrial Park
Economic considerations coupled with the inadequate size of his building have caused Gavin Cornell - owner of GWC Auto Repair - to move his business to Dorset.
Princess Day Gala a fundraiser for March for Babies
On June 28, Mrs. Vermont United States 2008, Danielle Sanderson, will host a Princess Day Gala to honor the March for Babies, previously known as The March of Dimes.
Sununu takes issue with VA chief on Manchester hospital
Senator John Sununu says he is not giving up on his attempt to expand healthcare services for New Hampshire veterans.
License your dog in Manchester - or else
Dog owners, beware: If your pooch isn't licensed in the next two months, you could be facing some hefty fines.
Some terrific local activities
OK, wedding season has officially begun for Jennifer and me. We're right now driving back from Notre Dame after a weekend of memories, both being rehashed and created, as I watched one of my college roommates ...
Two arrested in Holyoke over firearms charges
Police in Holyoke have arrested two men for exchanging drugs for guns. The two men from Manchester, Vermont have been charged with illegal possession of a firearm.
Gala Dinner and Author Auction to benefit Green Mountain Academy
Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning's annual fundraiser to be held on June 23 at Hildene in Manchester.
Great American Backyard Campout at Rec Park
The National Wildlife Federation's Great American Backyard Campout is coming to the Manchester area on Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29.
Berkshire Eagle Online - Berkshires Week
Mount Equinox offers a view of all the major New England mountaintops and is an excellent picnicking and hiking spot.
The Maple Leaf Half Marathon set for Sept. 6
The world class Maple Leaf Half Marathon is coming back; the date set for Sept. 6. The Maple Leaf was revived last year under the name "The Prudential Stratton Properties Maple Leaf Half Marathon and 5K, ...