First 'real' snowstorm in nearly two years

What is being billed as Vermont's first "real snowstorm" in almost two years - dating back to a storm in March of 2011 - has already dropped about four inches of snow on the region and is expected to continue through tonight. Much of the state is predicted to have a foot or more of fresh snow as a result of the storm. The same is true for most of Maine and New Hampshire. Much of southern New England is forecast to escape larger amounts of snow.

Sunset - Dec. 4, 2012

Brandon Moonlight Madness Dec. 5 & 20

Downtown Brandon kicks off the holiday shopping season tomorrow (Wednesday, Dec. 5) with the first of two Moonlight Madness events. Downtown shops offer special holiday discounts beginning at 4 p.m., and they stay open until 9 p.m. In addition to discounted shopping (some stores are offering 20% off pricing on all inventory), the event features refreshments, special drawings and holiday cheer. An event encore is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 20.

Third annual Whiting Community Craft Fair is Dec. 8

The Third Annual Whiting Community Craft Fair will be held at the Whiting Town Hall, this Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The craft fair features locally-made edibles, including maple syrup products, fudge, honey, jams, jellies and relishes, as well as handcrafted items like wreaths and jewelry. Free refreshments will be provided to visitors.

The Whiting Town Hall is located just south of the Whiting "Four Corners" (The Shoreham-Whiting Road and the Leicester-Whiting Road meet Vermont Route 30) on Route 30.

For more information on the craft fair, contact Jeanne Lamourex Wood, 802-623-6385.