Newport Dispatch

Newport Dispatch Online-only news and entertainment covering Orleans and Essex County Vermont. Newport Dispatch was officially launched October 18th, 2013.

Our mission is to provide local residents with timely news and information relating to the towns within Orleans County, Vermont. We are also committed to hyperlocal, in-depth reporting on events throughout our communities. Taking advantage of the opportunity that digital publishing offers, we will upload audio, video, and photos of most of the events we cover. We believe that through civil discuss

ion, communities grow stronger. We encourage all residents to participate, and only ask that each contributor treat others with respect. Newport Dispatch is not affiliated with any other local media. It is independently operated.

09/06/2025

🐄 AGRICULTURE - THE HEART OF ORLEANS COUNTY FAIR! 🐄
Step into the barns where tradition comes alive! This is what fairs are truly built on!

🐮 MEET THE FARMERS.

🐓 AWARD-WINNING POULTRY BARN:
Over 30+ cows, heifers, calves AND dozens of chicken variations including first-place roosters.

🔨 BLACKSMITH DEMONSTRATION:
Experience turn-of-the-century farming methods! Mr. Meade will be demonstrating traditional blacksmithing - just like grandpa used to do!

🐴 HORSES & MORE:

Beautiful spotted horses ready to be your friend
Mini horses perfect for everyone

LEGENDARY HORSE PULLING COMPETITION - one of the fair's most popular events!

Animal barnyard (not just a petting zoo!)

This is authentic Vermont agriculture at its finest - where farming is a way of life and tradition lives on!

09/05/2025

🛍️ FLORAL HALL VENDOR SPOTLIGHT - PART 4! 🛍️

More incredible LOCAL businesses waiting to meet you at Orleans County Fair!

From handcrafted artisan goods to essential services, delicious treats to unique gifts - Floral Hall is packed with 40+ amazing vendors this year!

09/05/2025

Yesterday's ATV & Dirt Bike Rodeo had young riders tearing up the track and showing off skills that would make any parent proud! Today's lineup is absolutely packed - from the Open Dairy Show at 9 a.m. to pony pulls, the Kingdom Hoofbeats Drill Team demonstration, truck pulls, and live tunes tonight! Fair season doesn't get much better than this, folks! 🎪

09/05/2025

🇺🇸 FLORAL HALL VENDOR SPOTLIGHT - PART 3! 🇺🇸
Honoring our heroes and showcasing incredible machines!
🎖️ AMERICAN LEGION - FINE AMERICANS SERVING COMMUNITY!
Meet these outstanding veterans:

Ken Green - Assistant Commander J-Post 28
Bill Brothers - Department of Vermont Commander
Bill Sharon - Post 50, Southern Area Commander
Carl King - Department Historian & Second District Commander, Post 21 Newport
Michael Starr - J-Post 28, North Troy

Their Mission: Serving veterans, community & families through:
✓ Sons of the Legion (sons/daughters of veterans)
✓ Auxiliary (spouses & family members)
✓ Legion Riders (growing statewide program)
✓ Children & Youth programs
✓ "Be the One" - su***de prevention for military/EMS/police
FREE coloring books, crayons & flags for kids! Join the Pledge of Allegiance! 🇺🇸
🏍️ KAWASAKI - STATE-OF-THE-ART MACHINES!

Jet skis (51+ years of excellence!)
NEW golf carts
Coming soon: 250 HP SUPERCHARGED side-by-side (100+ MPH!)
3-year bumper-to-bumper warranty
Quality pre-owned vehicles (40-50 available)
11 major trailer brands

Vermont ATV News: You can drive through town, even hit the Wendy's drive-through with your side-by-side! 🚗
These are the people and products that make America great! 🎪

09/04/2025

OCF FLORAL HALL VENDOR SPOTLIGHT - PART 2!
More amazing LOCAL businesses to discover at Orleans County Fair!
🍲 MORGAN CHURCH MISSION - Fuel up with shepherd's pie, mac & cheese "to die for," chili, homemade pies & more! Perfect after walking the fairgrounds!
🏆 DEMO DERBY CAR AUCTION - Over $5,000 in tickets sold! Win this car & drive it at your own risk!
💄 CARLA - SCENTSY CONSULTANT - Beautiful layout, 4th year at the fair & looking forward to year 5!
✏️ CUT AND ETCH DESIGNS (Newport Center) - Live engraving in under 2 minutes! Knives, keychains, glass ornaments, leather patches & jewelry!
🧵 MARIANNE FLETCHER & FRIENDS (West Glover/West Charleston) - Quilting, greens, festive gnome decorations & unique fireplace wood art! 4 friends creating together!
💆‍♀️ HEALING HANDS MASSAGE - Chair massages (15 min/$20), Swedish, deep tissue & targeted massage plus Reiki! Art by her partner too!
🏠 RURAL EDGE - Support services for seniors & disabled. Amazing work serving hundreds monthly!
🐻 VERMONT BEARHOUND ASSOCIATION - Gun raffles supporting conservation camps for kids 12-16! Maryland 4570 & 30-day April special!
📰 NEWPORT DAILY - Publisher Tabetha bringing innovation to your local newspaper!
🔤 TGMZ ENGRAVED (East Charleston) - Custom engraving on-site & special orders!
Support these incredible LOCAL vendors! 🎪

09/04/2025

OCF FLORAL HALL VENDOR SPOTLIGHT! (Video 1 of 3)
Meet the amazing LOCAL businesses making Floral Hall the place to be! From 15 vendors last year to 40 this year!
🚗 TAYLOR'S AUTOMOTIVE - Barton's trusted auto experts with sweatshirts, shirts, maple syrup & daily giveaways! Sunday = up to $600 off new tires!
🔮 MAMA KARMAS & TASHA'S INTUITIVE SITE - Psychic readings, healing, and energy work in a relaxing atmosphere!
🚌 RCT (Rural Community Transportation) - FREE transportation across the Northeast Kingdom! Now expanding to Franklin County in 2026!
🏴‍☠️ KINGDOM RUSTIC FLAGS & LILA'S LOVELIES - Handcrafted tumblers, jewelry, and kayak coasters made right here in Orleans!
🖨️ NEK3D CREATIONS - Custom 3D printed lamps, dragons, fidget toys & more! "Imagination is limitless!"
🔪 DARK SIDE OF THE BLADE - Every knife you can think of, from OTFs to Buck knives!
💍 FULL METAL JEWELRY - Handcrafted jewelry with charms that capture memories!
🍯 KIM'S KITCHEN & CRAFTS - Homemade jams, jellies, pickled veggies & solar lights by a Barton native!
🏛️ CRYSTAL LAKE FALLS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION - Discover Barton's newly redesigned museum! Open weekends 1-3pm at 97 Water Street!
📚 TANYA SOUSA - AUTHOR & SCONE BAKER - Local novels, English cream teas & blacksmith items from their North Troy B&B!
Support LOCAL at Orleans County Fair! 🎪

09/04/2025

FLORAL HALL - BIGGER THAN EVER!
From 15 vendors last year to 40 this year!

🏍️ NORTHEAST FARM - HONDA ATVs
Check out the latest Honda ATVs with revolutionary dual clutch transmission and Fox Live Valve suspension! Honda's global excellence on full display!

📚 DR. SEUSS WONDERLAND FOR KIDS!
The little ones will go CRAZY for the Dr. Seuss themed section! Coloring contests, activities, green eggs and ham fun - plus it all came together in just an hour and a half of setup magic!

📸 158 YEARS OF FAIR HISTORY
From 1867 (just 2 years after the Civil War!) to today - see exhibits showcasing our incredible concert history, from Trick Pony to this year's headliner Huntley!

AMAZING EXHIBITS EVERYWHERE
40+ incredible displays including beautiful roosters from Barn 7, stunning stained glass, award-winning photography, and talented local crafts!

☀️ SUNCOMMON SOLAR BOOTH
Solar-powered bubbles, roof panels, battery backup systems, AND free sunblock station!

Don't miss Floral Hall - it's PACKED with talent, history, and fun for the whole family!

09/03/2025

FAMILY FUN AWAITS AT ORLEANS COUNTY FAIR!
Got kids? The OCF has you covered!

🎢 SMOKIES RIDES ARE BACK!
20 amazing rides perfect for kids and adults. From classic favorites to new thrills - they're setting up now and will be ready to create memories that last a lifetime!

🐓 AGRICULTURE - THE HEART OF OUR FAIR 🐓
Experience authentic New England farming! The poultry and rabbit barns are getting ready to showcase amazing animals - you can already hear those roosters announcing the show!
This is what fairs are all about - celebrating our agricultural heritage because NO FARMERS, NO FOOD!

Bring the whole family for rides, incredible vehicles, and a true taste of Vermont farming tradition!

09/03/2025

The calm before the storm ends TOMORROW!
🔥 BLACK CAT HELL DRIVERS ARE HERE! 🔥
Professional stunt drivers from the Midwest are bringing 30 YEARS of death-defying action! Cars flying through the air, drivers on fire, and 70 minutes of non-stop spectacle you'll NEVER forget!
📅 Thursday Night at 6 PM - Every crash is different, every stunt is unique!
📅 September 4th-7th | 158 Years of Fair Tradition
Cars, motorsports, and fairs - that's America, baby! Don't miss it!

09/03/2025

🎯 GET READY FOR THE ORLEANS COUNTY FAIR 2025! 🎯

The Orleans County Fair's BIGGEST event the Demo Derby is back and it's going to be EXPLOSIVE! 💥
🏆 HUGE PRIZES UP FOR GRABS:

$5,500 TOP PRIZE for V8 class winners!
$1,000 "Mad Dog" prize for the hardest hitter!

🚗 NEW THIS YEAR: Ladies, this is YOUR time to shine! Introducing DIVA CLASSES in both 4-cylinder and V8 divisions - because the fair isn't just for the guys anymore!

☔ RAIN OR SHINE - This is a WEATHERPROOF event! Nothing stops the derby!
🍴 INCREDIBLE FOOD AWAITS:

Carriage House Cafe & Grill - Famous hamburgers, hot dogs, crab rangoons, and homemade chili that's a fair favorite.

Roberto's Pizza - 20+ specialty pizzas plus amazing homemade desserts.
And SO many more delicious spots throughout the fairgrounds!

📅 4 DAYS OF FAIR FUN starts TOMORROW!
🎟️ Register for the derby at Butler Family Auto in Barton or day-of at the entrance.

Don't miss the most talked-about event in Orleans County! The cars are bad, the action is intense, the prizes are MASSIVE, and the food is unforgettable!

09/01/2025

COVENTRY — A three-vehicle crash temporarily reduced traffic to one lane on U.S. Route 5 in Coventry on Monday morning. Vermont State Police received a report of the minor crash at approximately 11:36 a.m. on September 1, 2025, near the intersection of Route 5 and Main Street in front of Martha's ...

09/01/2025

NEWPORT — Newport City Elementary School has completed a major green infrastructure project designed to address stormwater runoff and improve water quality in the Lake Memphremagog watershed. The project, first identified in the 2016 Memphremagog Stormwater Master Plan managed by the Memphremagog ...

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