Newport News
NEKLS Students Shine at Adult Education and Literacy Day in Vermont’s State House
Northeast Kingdom Learning Services (NEKLS) recently had the honor of participating in the Adult Education and Literacy Day at the State House on February 29, 2024, in Montpelier, Vermont. This significant event marked a proud moment for NEKLS, as 19 of our...
Newport Hosts 10th Annual Winter Swim Festival
This February, Newport was transformed into a bustling hub of excitement as it hosted the 10th Annual Winter Swim Festival. Held at Lake Memphremagog and the EastSide Restaurant & Pub, this event attracted 169 winter swimmers and around 40 volunteers, celebrating...
Memphremagog Watershed Association Wins $105,000 in Water Quality Grants
The Memphremagog Watershed Association (MWA) is proud to announce it has received nearly $105,000 in grant funding from the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board. This money will be used to fund four crucial projects in the Clyde River watershed, located in the...
RuralEdge and Community National Bank Partner for Affordable Housing in Former Newport Convent
RuralEdge and Community National Bank (CNB) are teaming up to create much-needed affordable housing in Newport, VT. The initiative centers around converting the former Sacred Heart convent into 26 affordable units. Construction is set to begin in June 2024. Project...
Join the Fun at Newport’s Winter Festival 2024
Dive into a snowy paradise at the Newport Winter Festival, a day packed with winter joys for all ages! Set in the picturesque Gardner Park and Prouty Beach, this festival is a celebration of winter's magic. Event Details: Age Group: All Ages Date: Saturday,...
