Bruce Martin spreads a fresh layer of gravel on his Pomfret, Vt., driveway in anticipation of winter weather conditions on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020. Martin was glad to have the afternoon off work on a pleasant day to complete the task. (Valley News - James M. Patterson) Copyright Valley News. May not be reprinted or used online without permission. Send requests to permission@vnews.com. Valley News — James M. Patterson Credit: Valley News — James M. Patterson