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Share your sugaring photos with the Messenger!
2+ hour, 39+ min ago (113+ words) Share your sugaring photos with the Messenger!St. Albans Messenger We know the sap is running right now across Franklin County. How is it going? Show us your friends and family as you tap trees, boil sap and enjoy maple-flavored…...
Train-sportation north: Checking in on Amtrak’s Vermonter connection to Montreal
5+ hour, 39+ min ago (1802+ words) Amtrak's Vermonter train line pulling into the St. Albans stop, the beginning and end of the line currently. Plans for an extension to Montreal are in the works, but are moving slowly." ST. ALBANS "Just 31 years ago the train tracks…...
Messenger Sports Awards: Check out Adam Laroche's 2025-2026 winter sports picks!
8+ hour, 9+ min ago (53+ words) Bobby Gendron, Colin Teague, Lisey Robtoy, and Marah McGinn "Rookie of the Year Rookie of the Year: Justice Stewart, Richford Rookie of the Year: Colin Teauge, Missisquoi Valley Union Heart and Hustle: Mason Pfeil, Missisquoi Valley Union Heart and Hustle:…...
More public art on its way; Planet Fitness building to get new mural
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (913+ words) FAIRFAX " Open the doors to Sweet Abilities Bakery in Fairfa" ST. ALBANS " While Vermonters wait for spring, Michael Boomh" The public art in the alleyway beside Red House Sweets that depicts two thrushes. The City of St. Albans commissioned the…...
MVU brings ‘Anastasia’ to life April 9-11 for spring musical
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (550+ words) Senior Meredith Favreau on stage as Anya during a rehearsal of "Anastasia" March 31. MVU's drama department performs the classic musical April 9-11. SWANTON " Get whisked away to the vibrant world of 1920s Paris as MVU students bring the classic musical "Anastasia" to…...
New restaurant incoming?; Ralston’s sets spring date for opening
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (980+ words) Work continues at 54 Main St. to complete the upcoming Ralston's Restaurant space. Much of the original stained glass is expected to be maintained. ST. ALBANS " While Vermonters wait for spring, Michael Boomhower is getting closer to opening his first restaurant…...
St. Albans City School staff braved the cold for a great cause
3+ day, 8+ min ago (211+ words) BURLINGTON " A spirited group of St. Albans City School staff joined hundreds of Vermonters who took part in the Special Olympics Vermont Penguin Plunge March 14, an annual event that brings the community together to support athletes with intellectual and developmental…...
Back in action as 8-Zero-2 Comics; New store specializes in cards, comics and video games
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (1034+ words) FRANKLIN COUNTY " Each week, the Saint Albans Messenger publ" ENOBURGH " Two men have been arrested in connection with a p" The staff at 8-Zero-2 comics from left to right: Evan Toussaint, John (the logistical powerhouse), Shane Beyor and Patrick Romejko…...
Check out Ruthie Laroche's 2025-2026 winter Messenger Sports Awards
3+ day, 8+ hour ago (78+ words) Regan Howrigan, Mason Pfeil, Max Sweeney, and Katelyn Doe What are the Messenger Sports Awards? We thought it would be fun to highlight some of the athletes who stood out to us in ways that may not have appeared on…...
13 events happening this week, March 30-April 3, in Franklin County
4+ day, 8+ hour ago (653+ words) Where: Legacy Automotive, 366 Highgate Commons Rd., Swanton" Details: Join this free walking group for exercise and conversation. Walk inside the enclosed Highgate Commons hallway to avoid inclement weather." When: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Monday, March 30 Where: Hard'Ack Pool, St. Albans" Details: Aquatic-based strength and…...