Gordon Dritschilo

Sarah Furman takes over as the new executive director of Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region next month. “A lot of things are happening in Rutland, with the hotel and all the things happening at the Paramount (Theatre),” Furman said o... See more

Does Rutland give itself enough credit? Every year I try to figure out what we can take away from Town Meeting Day results in the city. The one I’m starting this column with is the thought that this city should have a little more faith in itself. Everyone... See more

Two city water bonds will be paid off next year, raising the question of how best to apply the savings. City Treasurer Mary Markowski briefed the Board of Aldermen earlier this week on upcoming bond maturations. Most are several years out, but two for com... See more

Tom Donahue’s term as mayor starts March 15. “It falls on a Sunday,” the mayor-elect said as he drove around collecting his campaign signs Wednesday. “Normally, they would do (the swearing-in) on the 16th at the Board of Aldermen meeting. I’m trying to fi... See more

Tom Donahue appears to be the next mayor of Rutland. “I’m really excited,” Donahue said Tuesday night. “I’m excited for Rutland right now. I’m excited Rutland got a chance to vote for its next mayor.” According to unofficial results released by the city c... See more