KENT, Conn. — Summer fun will continue this weekend when Kent Memorial Library holds its sixth Kent Carnival. The event will be offered Saturday, Aug. 30, from noon to 4 […]
Author Archives: Deborah Rose
Deborah Rose is a lifelong writer, photographer, poet and award-winning journalist. As assistant editor of the Kent Dispatch, she brings us more than 25 years in community journalism and, as a lifelong New Milford resident, extensive knowledge of the Northwest Corner region. Many may recognize her from her years working at The Spectrum publication.
Deborah is also the editor, writer and photographer for the Town of New Milford’s tourism and community website, NewMilfordNow.
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Free concert slated at Kent Barns
KENT, Conn. — A free bluegrass jamboree with the Sherman Chamber Ensemble will be held Sunday, Aug. 31, at 1 p.m. The concert will take place at Kent Barns off […]
Posted inArt news, exhibits & more
Reception to open KAA shows
KENT, Conn. — The Kent Art Association will offer an opening reception Saturday, Sept. 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. for two concurring exhibits. The gallery’s new show, “Sculpture Invitational […]
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KVFD shines in muster competitions
KENT, Conn.—The sun beat down on the grounds of the Connecticut Antique Machinery Association Saturday, Aug. 9, but it did not stop a large group of firefighters from getting together […]
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Downtown buzzes with activity for annual Sale Days
The popular Kent Sidewalk Sale Days are in full swing through Sunday, Aug. 10. Music, special events, food, art exhibits, self-care demonstrations, psychic readings, daily events for children and families, nonprofit booths, […]
Posted inLocal
Kent News to collaborate with other rural media this fall
KENT, Conn.—Kent News, Inc., the nonprofit publishing company of The Kent Dispatch, will participate in this year’s annual Radically Rural Summit in New Hampshire. Kent News President Andrea Schoeny will […]
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Major sales, discounts, more expected at Sidewalk Sale Days
KENT, Conn. — One of the community’s popular summer pastimes will return to town in the coming days. The Sidewalk Sale Days, a free multi-day event that celebrates all things Kent, […]
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Muster to bring first responders together
KENT, Conn.—A new event that will bring first responders and the public together for a fun-filled day is set for Saturday, Aug. 9. The first annual Firefighter’s Muster, a benefit […]
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Kent residents are part of ‘Annie’
KENT, Conn. — Two Kent residents — one adult and one student — are part of Sharon Playhouse’s production of “Annie,” which will open Saturday, July 26. Lyra Wilder, a rising […]
Posted inBusiness
Tarot In Thyme’s five years has been ‘pretty amazing’
KENT, Conn. — The charm of Tarot In Thyme is not to be overlooked. The store is an inviting, homey boutique space that boasts a natural mix of eco-friendly products and […]
