Jacob Grout News Today

Were you watching the Bruins v. Maple Leafs game Monday night? Did you catch a glimpse of a Bruins fan holding a sign touting Vermont maple syrup? That man made it big on social media for calling out the Toronto team, in a sweet way.

Hundreds of Vermont high school teams are crossing their fingers but not holding their breath while waiting for a winter season. There were encouraging signs from across the Connecticut River last week when varsity basketball practices started in New Hampshire. The Green Mountain State is taking a more cautious approach after a recent spike in COVID-19 cases. The earliest date for competition is still Jan. 11, but some coaches wonder if games will take place at all. “I’ve been talking...