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BELLOWS FALLS -- Anthony Marquise is 12, but he's already a full-fledged train fan. The Bellows Falls almost-teen was beside himself with excitement Monday afternoon, waiting for the southbound "The Vermonter" to arrive in Bellows Falls, on its way to Brattleboro and points south, signaling the return of rail passenger service to Vermont after a 16-month hiatus. It had left St. Albans that morning, headed to Washington, D.C. Marquise was carrying a hand-held scanner so he could eavesdrop on the Amtrak conductors, and he would announce to the waiting crowd outside the historic train station th...

Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook.   BELLOWS FALLS — It may not be long, but it’s steep and “Black Diamond” all the way. The Bellows Falls Community Ski Tow hasn’t seen much activity in recent years, due to a lack of consistent snow and equipment problems. But last week’s record snowfall of close to 30 inches of powder has inspired some dedicated snow lovers to troubleshoot the tow’s problems and get it running for area kids just as their Christmas vacation starts. The small, lighted and rustic hill will be running Wednesday, from 5 to 8 p.m...