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CT ski areas have relied on machine made snow for years, so even with a warmer winter slopes have been able to capitalize on demand that’s been rising since the pandemic.

Utilities companies like ComEd and Peoples Gas make money by delivering energy. The rates they’re seeking to hike are for distribution, including infrastructure like pipes and transmission lines, and the profit they can tack on to those costs.

For the last week, we’ve seen temperatures above average for this time of year. While it’s good news for some, it’s not so good for skiers and...

Tyler Hartline ’22 (Marietta, Ohio) was not sure how to respond after learning he was one of four college students selected in Ohio to conduct a master class at the Ohio Music Educators Association (OMEA) conference in February.

Marietta College’s Music Department is ready to do its part in bringing the Christmas spirit to the community as it will host two special performances — Christmas with the Choirs and Messiah — in early December.

April 28, 2021 | Tom Perry Marietta College’s Edward E. MacTaggart Department of Music is pleased to air the final Choir Concert of the 2020-21 academic year at 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 30th. The pre-recorded concert will air on the department’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/watch?v=fX-wMNeLwiY. The concert, which is under the direction of Dr. Jay Dougherty, features the Concert Choir and Women’s Choir, with a combined number at the end. “This year, with all our COVID restricti...

Snow Business: Mount Southington Primed For A Good March Patch 3/4/2021 © Chris Dehnel/Patch The skier and boarder cross run at Mount Southington. SOUTHINGTON, CT — Its no secret that ski areas on Connecticut have had to go above and beyond the norm this season to accommodate the increased amount of visits with folks staying close to home ... and Mount Southington has been at the forefront of that shift since the early going. Things like importing food trucks, moving the snack bar to a ...

Hayes said they eliminated more than 60% of tables in their restaurant and cafeteria. Masks are required, and outdoor capacity is capped at 50%. Hayes said its a great way to enjoy the outdoors and stay safe. "You cant ask for a better activity. Were wearing hats, gloves, masks, goggles, and wearing a 6-foot ski to keep our distance," said Hayes. "Im excited. I havent gone skiing in a while, so its going to be fun to get back out there," said 12-year-old Ryan Miller. "The balancing part is the ...

Powder Ridge, Mount Southington set to open this week with changes Powder Ridge, Mount Southington set to open this week with changes Todd Hall, an assistant supervisor at Mount Southington Ski Area, matches a boot to a binding in the rental shop of the resort on Monday. Advertisement Maintenance worker John Galuska operates a snowcat at the base of the hills at Mount Southington Ski Area on Monday. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal Worker Billy Seamon returns to the maintenance buildi...