That effort encourages bright decorations to lift spirits during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A small crowd of people, most masked and keeping their physical distance from other groups, was waiting for the train when it made a recent visit to Rutland. It s nice, mom Regina Bogenschutz said. I think it s much-needed right now, with what s going on in the world. I think this was a pleasant and happy break for the kids and everybody.
Nicole Carlson and her family run Vermont Rail System.
She said they and their employees really wanted to give Vermonters a reason to get out of the house and smile, after an often-dark 2020.