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Benson’s Chevrolet Classic Movie Night
LUDLOW, Vt. – Benson’s Chevrolet is excited to announce a free community event, “Movie Night Under the Stars,” on Thursday, Aug. 1, at 8:30 p.m. The dealership will transform its outdoor space into a drive-in theater experience, featuring the iconic 1986 action drama “Top Gun.”
Man faces multiple drug trafficking charges in Waterbury
WATERBURY — Vermont authorities arrested a Massachusetts man on Thursday afternoon following a lengthy investigation into illegal drug distribution in Washington County. Rafael Santos, 37, from Springfield, was taken into custody by the Vermont Drug Task Force in collaboration with the Vermont State Police Berlin Barracks at 1159 Ripley Road.
Road flood repairs continue across Vermont
BARNET, Vt. (WCAX) - Immediately after the floods two weeks ago, 47 state roads were closed due to the damage the high water left in its wake. Now, all but two of them have reopened to at least one lane. It’s been more than two weeks since floodwaters washed out...
In review: Flood recovery, tax sale reform, St. Johnsbury's revitalization
Flood cleanup efforts are continuing across the state, with mental health experts encouraging those impacted by flooding to prioritize self-care. Plus, two Vermont tax sale lawsuits are settled, and a new law adds protections. And, learn about what’s lead to the revitalization of St. Johnsbury. Subscribe to the Vermont...
Coordinated campaign aims to crack down on speeders in Mass., N.H., and Maine
National highway administrators remind drivers to slow down and reach their destination safely. A regional task force organized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is working with local law enforcement to stop speeding in its tracks. Officials from the NHTSA, law enforcement representatives, and highway safety officials from...
Vermont’s Republican lieutenant governor primary puts party affiliation to the test
In the only competitive Republican primary for statewide office this year, former Rutland GOP chair Gregory Thayer is facing a former Democratic state legislator from the Northeast Kingdom, John Rodgers. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont’s Republican lieutenant governor primary puts party affiliation to the test.
VTDigger launches 2024 primary election guide
This year’s voter guide includes almost 300 candidate profiles, a campaign finance database, details on how to vote, county-by-county explainers and more. Read the story on VTDigger here: VTDigger launches 2024 primary election guide.
Pets with Potential: Meet Alfonso, the ‘Sesame Street’ gang, and Dip
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. (WCAX) - This week’s Pets with Potential are a kitty, a bunch of puppies, and a gecko available for adoption at the Springfield Humane Society. Alfonso is a five-year-old male kitty who has made quite a remarkable recovery since arriving at the shelter. He came in very sick with calcivirus -- which caused a sore on his tongue -- making it too painful for him to eat. But after plenty of TLC, he’s now a healthy boy ready for his forever home. Staff say he’s people-friendly and gets along with other cats.
Taylor Claflin receives Neal Nursing Scholarship
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The 19th annual Eileen Austin Neal Memorial Scholarship for Nursing of $1,000 was awarded to Taylor Claflin of Springfield, Vt., to attend the University of New England in Biddeford, Maine. “I have wanted to be a nurse for as long as I can remember. I have this passion for helping people,” says Taylor.
Melinda Moulton: Vermont is a beacon of light for women
Women have the strength, the brilliance and the fortitude to fight back against those who so blatantly strive to take away our rights and dignity. Read the story on VTDigger here: Melinda Moulton: Vermont is a beacon of light for women.
Who does what in Vermont’s government? Here’s a guide for Vermonters preparing to vote.
As voters prepare to fill elected positions for the next two years, VTDigger has summed up the primary responsibilities of each. Read the story on VTDigger here: Who does what in Vermont’s government? Here’s a guide for Vermonters preparing to vote..
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