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Brownington to host annual Green-Up Day
BROWNINGTON — Saturday, May 4, marks the annual Green-Up Day for Brownington, inviting all community members to participate in cleaning up the town. Green-up bags are available at the Town Clerk’s office for those interested in joining the effort. Residents are encouraged to collect trash around their homes...
Two vehicles totaled in Lyndon collision, one driver hospitalized
LYNDON — A head-on collision on Red Village Road near Black Walnut Lane resulted in two totaled vehicles and minor injuries for one driver, Vermont State Police reported. The crash occurred at 11:14 a.m. when Joslyn Richardson, 35, of Barre, fell asleep at the wheel of her 2019 Subaru Impreza and struck a 2021 Hyundai KONA operated by Danica Rolfe, 48, of Kirby.
Lyndonville man charged with DUI, excessive speed
LYNDONVILLE — A local man was arrested late Wednesday night for driving under the influence, speeding, and negligent operation of a motor vehicle, according to the Lyndonville Police Department. Tristian Gallagher, 26, of Lyndon, was stopped by police on Severance Hill Road at about 10:41 p.m. after he was...
Seth Brunell set to stand trial in July on murder charge in Fern Feather’s death
Brunell has been held without bail for more than two years in the fatal stabbing of Feather, a transgender woman from Hinesburg. Feather’s killing led to an outpouring of grief and condemnation across Vermont. Read the story on VTDigger here: Seth Brunell set to stand trial in July on murder charge in Fern Feather’s death.
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Lyndonville's Route 5 Corridor Master Plan Receives National Recognition. The Vermont Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) selected Lyndonville's Route 5 Corridor Master Plan to receive a planning award for excellence. The awards ceremony will be held in Burlington on May 8th. Five Historic Barns Receive Preservation...
NEKLS participates in Green Up Vermont’s community clean-up efforts
NEWPORT — Northeast Kingdom Learning Services (NEKLS) students and staff joined forces with Green Up Vermont to support the organization’s mission of promoting the conservation of Vermont’s natural landscape and waterways, as well as improving the quality of local communities. On a beautiful spring day, a group...
Derby Line man accused of stealing a truck & ATM before setting them on fire
Newport Center, VT- After an investigation that lasted nearly a year a Derby Line man has been arrested in connection to a stolen pick-up truck, trailer, and an ATM that were all set on fire in Troy last May. Police arrested Travis Columbia, 46, on Friday and he’s scheduled to...
Bergeron changes plea in home improvement fraud case
NEWPORT — Shane Bergeron, 37, entered a no contest plea on Monday to several charges of Home Improvement Fraud across Orleans and Essex Counties. The plea addresses multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, consolidating previous legal proceedings into a single resolution. Under the terms of the plea agreement, Bergeron faces...
Coventry man arrested for violating release conditions, driving with suspended license
COVENTRY — A Coventry man was arrested early Thursday morning after a traffic stop revealed he was driving with a suspended license and violating court-ordered conditions of release. At approximately 12:40 a.m. on May 3, Vermont State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on Route 2 near North Danville Road.
Community members discuss ideas for Goddard College property after school's closure
PLAINFIELD, Vt. — In early April, Goddard Collegeannounced they would be permanently closing later this year. The Plainfield-based school said a consistent decline in enrollment led to the decision. “Anytime an institution of higher learning or any school closes, you feel a little like we’re losing something," said Wendy...
Baseball Game Preview: Lyndon Institute Hits the Road
The Lyndon Institute Vikings will head out on the road to challenge the Mount Anthony Patriots at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Both teams come into the matchup bolstered by wins in their previous matches. Lyndon Institute's pitching crew heads into the contest hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed last...
Driver unharmed after vehicle tips on Route 100 in Eden
EDEN — A single-vehicle crash left a Jeep Cherokee on its side near box number 6539 on Route 100, but the driver escaped injury, Vermont State Police reported. Tiffany Marquis, 47, of Morgan, was driving when her vehicle veered off the road, sustaining significant damage to the front end and passenger side.
Morrisville residents displaced after lightning sets apartment building on fire
MORRISTOWN, Vt. — A 4-unit apartment building in Morrisville has been evacuated after lightning struck the building around 7 a.m. on Sunday. 1st Assistant Chief, Jason Kelley, of the Morrisville Fire Dept told NBC5 that the call came in around 7 in the morning, and all Lamoille County fire departments responded to the scene.
Lyndon man arrested on DUI suspicion, parole violation
LYNDON — A Lyndon man was taken into custody Wednesday afternoon after being found unresponsive behind the wheel on Fall Brook Road. Lyndonville Police Department Patrol Officer Daniel Renaudette discovered the vehicle at about 2:18 p.m., with the engine still running and the driver, Adam Gilman, 38, slumped over the steering wheel.
St. Johnsbury man accused of chasing men with butcher knife
ST. JOHNSBURY, Vt. (WCAX) - A St. Johnsbury man was arrested for allegedly chasing people with a knife. According to St. Johnsbury police, 40-year-old Alexander sergeant regularly sleeps on the benches in front of the welcome center in town. While responding to an alarm , police say two men approached an officer and said a homeless man chased them wielding a knife. Police say security footage shows sergeant yell at the men and then remove a 14 inch butcher knife from his jacket, and chase after them. He was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct, and will be in court in June.
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