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2 minute readLocal owners revitalize beloved East Middlebury inn By Amanda Kuhnert Last spring the Waybury Inn in East Middlebury began an exciting new chapter under the ownership of three lifelong residents, Halina and Chas Lyons and chef Tony Petri. Originally built in 1810 as a “place of entertainment” and stagecoach stop for travelers crossing the Middlebury […]

2 minute readBy Amanda Kuhnert In July of 2022, Paula Townsend, a receptionist at Kedron Valley Veterinary Clinic, was presented with an exciting opportunity when the clinic’s owners offered her a managerial role at their kennel facility. The boarding and daycare center, an extension of the veterinary practice, came with the unique option for Townsend to purchase […]

2 minute readFlywheel Industrial Arts, located in Montpelier, lives true to its name. The flywheel, a mechanical device storing kinetic energy, is a fitting symbol for a business that has harnessed the power of collaboration to create inspiring, functional works of art.  Founded by Chris Eaton, Ben Cheney, and Jesse Cooper in 2020, Flywheel brings together the […]

2 minute readKaleidoscope Art Supply is a creative haven for those who love art, make art, or simply want to engage with the community through an artistic lens.  Curator and artist Raven Crispino had always dreamed of opening a space where creatives come together to share their passion. She imagined a place where underrecognized artists can showcase […]

2 minute readWhen downtown Bennington began to buzz with revitalization, Joan Gilpin and her daughter Anique were inspired to be part of the community’s reignited energy. They have fulfilled their vision by bringing the vibrant flavors of Jamaica to join the eclectic, diverse local restaurant scene.  In 2023, Joan and Anique began going through the process of […]

2 minute readIn a world where adult gatherings often revolve around alcohol, one innovative entrepreneur is reshaping Vermont’s social landscape. Meet Lisa Danforth, the visionary behind Burlington-based Tonique Mobile Bar, Vermont’s only mobile alcohol-free bar service. Founded in August 2023, Tonique also offers mixology classes, team-building activities, a pop-up bottle shop, and partnerships dedicated to non-alcoholic events. […]