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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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Ninja Mountain Bike Clinic
Date: Saturday, June 1 - Sunday, June 2
Time: 8:45 am - 4:00 pm
A jam-packed weekend of mountain bike skills clinics. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate rider, or a trail veteran, we've got a clinic just for you!
Offering half day and full day clinics and comprehensive 2-Day Camps that pull all of the Ninja curriculum together into one awesome weekend.
Kingdom Trails, 2099 Darling Hill Road, Lyndonville, VT
St. Johnsbury School Out of the Darkness Campus Walk to Fight Suicide.
Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join the Catch program and the movement turning HOPE into ACTION -- Walk with us.
The Out of the Darkness Campus Walk is an opportunity for young people to take a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our school and community and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental health conditions have affected our lives and the lives of those we love and care about.
St. Johnsbury School, 257 Western Ave, St Johnsbury, VT
St. Johnsbury School Out of Darkness Campus Walk to Prevent Suicide
Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join the CatCH program and the movement turning HOPE into ACTION and walk with us at the St. Johnsbury School Out of the Darkness Campus Walk to Fight Suicide.
The Out of the Darkness Campus Walk is an opportunity for young people to take a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our school and community and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental health conditions have affected our lives and the lives of those we love and care about.
Register, start a team, or make a donation TODAY at www.afsp.org/stjsd
St. Johnsbury School, 257 Western Ave, St Johnsbury, VT
Comedian Bob Marley Show
Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024
Time: 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Comedy show featuring Bob Marley.
The Highland Center for Arts, 2875 Hardwick Street, Greensboro, VT

Featured Businesses

LC Design Concepts

Wells River, VT

LC Design Concepts offers custom kitchen and bath designs, with a complete showroom in Wells River. Sell cabinets, countertops, hardware, tile & plumbing fixtures. Also design laundry/mudrooms, home offices & closets.

Kingdom Dentistry

Lyndonville, VT

Kingdom Dentistry is a patient-centered office offering comprehensive dental care. We strive for gentle, compassionate & quality service. Our office features state-of-the-art dental equipment & technology to offer the best care possible.

Kingdom Massage

Hardwick, VT

Olive Ylin, CMT and Robert-John Benoit, LMT (MA) have been providing massage therapy services to the Hardwick community and other towns and villages throughout the Northeast Kingdom for a long time.

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