New syrup company to occupy vacant Ethan Allen plant in Island Pond

According to the Northeastern Vermont Development Association, Sweet Tree Holdings, aConnecticut company,has purchased the former Ethan Allenfurniture manufacturing facility. Renovations have begunon the 82,000 square foot building, vacant since2000. Sweet Tree 1, a maple syrup processing operation, plans to hire 20-30 employees over time.The enterprise fits into the Brighton Town Plan and the facility is located within an industrial zone.The developers are seeking a local site plan andAct 250 permit amendment.