Asbestos Mine in Vermont is Abandoned and Toxic
It had been many years since the last time I came anywhere near the Vermont Asbestos Group mine on the Lowell and Eden line, on the outskirts of Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. As a matter of […]
Montgomery Ward – A Newport, VT Icon From the Past
by Scott Wheeler Newport’s Main Street was once the shopping mecca of Orleans County Shoppers flocked from other communities and the hills to shop in the many stores that lined the street—stores including several chain […]
Live Free or Die in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom
by Scott Wheeler Some people want to make ordinances against anything that brings joy to Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom I’ve decided to make an ordinance of my own – to ban the use of lawn mowers. […]
Does a Legendary Monster Lurk in the Depths of Lake Memphremagog?
by Scott Wheeler Lake Memphremagog is home to a gigantic monster—at least that is what some people say For many years, people have reported seeing what some consider a lake monster, or lake serpent, swimming […]
Discover the True Origin of the Vermont Northeast Kingdom
Many people outside of Vermont have probably never heard of the phrase Vermont “Northeast Kingdom” So just where and how did the “Northeast Kingdom” originate? The almost mythical sounding nickname was created by Governor George […]
The Origins of Troy, Vermont in the Beautiful Northeast Kingdom
Troy, Vermont was chartered on October 28, 1801, initially as a town called Missisquoi courtesy of the Center For Rural Studies Originally the area had been granted as two separate parcels, each containing just over […]
Discover the Magic of Beautiful Lake Willoughby Vermont
Vermont is home to some of the most picturesque and tranquil lakes in the United States. One of the most stunning of these is Lake Willoughby, located in the heart of Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. With […]
Visitors Love Maidstone Lake and Here’s Why!
Vermont is known for its beautiful landscapes, charming small towns, and outdoor recreation opportunities. And one of the state’s hidden gems is Maidstone Lake, located in the Northeast Kingdom region. Here’s why Maidstone Lake should […]
Kirby, Vermont – Town History
A Few CharacteristicsBurke, Victory, Concord, St. Johnsbury and Lyndon border Kirby, VT in Caledonia County. The Town is located in the northeast section of Vermont, known as the Northeast Kingdom. Kirby consists of approximately 15,000 […]
Jay, Vermont – A Community Profile
Jay and Troy both border Canada to the north. Just south of Jay, settlement in Westfield (altitude, 825 ft.) clusters along Route 100 and is centered on an unincorporated area called Westfield. This cluster lies […]