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The Northeast Kingdom

The “Northeast Kingdom” is a term used affectionately throughout Vermont and beyond when referring to the corner of the state against the Canadian border and upper Connecticut River – the counties of Caledonia, Essex and Orleans. The term was coined in 1949 by former Governor and U.S. Senator George Aiken, a beloved political figure in the state.

The reason it was coined the Northeast Kingdom by Aiken was the fact that it long has been considered one of the most beautiful places in the world, so much so that it received recognition in the North American and international editions of the New York Times bestseller “1,000 Places To See Before You Die.”

The Northeast Kingdom features a sought-after quality of life as well as a loyal and dedicated workforce. The region features many lakes, rivers, mountains and quaint villages that are easily accessible to major market centers, interstates and state highways. More than 80 million customers are within a 500-mile radius for overnight delivery.

Vermont ranks one of the most livable states in the United States, according to a number of surveys that looked at quality of life, business climate, safety, the arts, politics and its people.

Not all retirees are looking south to retire. Citing lower costs, the region’s beauty, the environment and our decidedly small-town sensibility, a number of surveys indicate the region is very enticing to retirees.

The Northeast Kingdom offers a diverse economy, built around manufacturing, tourism, education, culture and the arts, government employment (county, municipal and state) and agriculture (dairy, farmers’ markets and maple syrup).

If you have any questions on the Northeast Kingdom and why it is one of the most beautiful places on Earth to live, work and visit, please contact us at the Northeast Kingdom Chamber.

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The Northeast Kingdom comprises the counties of Caledonia, Essex and Orleans in Vermont's northeast corner.

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Legislative Breakfast
Date: Monday, May 20, 2024
Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
The program starts with a short update from the chamber, continues with legislator reports addressing key issues and concludes wih a question-and-answer period at the end of the event.

Expected issues to be discussed include health care, labor issues, permitting concerns, housing economic and workforce development issues, taxes and fiscal policies.

The event is sponsored by the Passumpic Savings Bank, Northeast Kingdom Human Services and the Green Mountain Association of Realtors.
St. Johnsbury House,1207 Main Street, St. Johnsbury, VT

LYBS Opening Day 2024
Date: Friday, May 24, 2024
Time: 8:00 am
Lyndon Youth Baseball Softball serves ages 5 - 16.   We hope you'll join us for a full day of baseball and softball fun.
Fisher Field, 36 Hill St, Lyndonville, Vt
Friends of the Cobleigh Library Plant Sale
Date: Friday, May 24, 2024
Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Plant Sale
Cobleigh Library, 14 Depot Street, Lyndonville
Horse Pulls @ OCF Memorial Day Event
Date: Saturday, May 25, 2024
Time: 8:00 am
Scales Open at 8 am
Pulls Start at 10 am
1,850 lb. Pony 6 ft. Pull
2,250 lb. Pony 6 ft. Pull
FFA Pony 6 ft. Pull
3,450 lb. Horse 12 ft. Pull
​FFA Horse 12 ft. Pull
34" Minis 10 ft. Pull
38" Minis 10 ft. Pull
Vermont's Orleans County Fair, 278 Roaring Brool Rd., Orleans, VT

Featured Businesses

Aubuchon Hardware-Hardwick

Hardwick, VT

Aubuchon Hardware is, truly, a full-service hardware store, offering the following items: Paint & Supplies, Lawn & Garden, Outdoor Living, Power & Hand Tools, Plumbing, Electrical, Automotive Parts, Farm & Pet and Heating & Cooling.

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH)

St. Johnsbury, VT

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is a not-for-profit, critical access, acute care, community hospital. Services at NVRH include a full compliment of all digital diagnostic imaging modalities. Inpatient medical, surgical, pediatric, ICU.

Genealogy Day

Caledonia County, VT

Aug. 9 is a Day of Remembrance, also known as Genealogy Day and it will be celebrated in the Northeast Kingdom in summer of 2022, in Caledonia County.

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