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Burke Mountain Academy Announces $30 Million Chasing Greatness: The Campaign to Win from Within.
EAST BURKE, Vt. (May 13, 2024) – Burke Mountain Academy (BMA) has officially launched its $30 million “Chasing Greatness: Win from Within” campaign. This transformative initiative represents some of BMA’s most ambitious work yet and a bold vision to redefine what’s possible for alpine ski racing development and education.
Burke Mountain Academy U16 Assistant Coach
Burke Mountain Academy (BMA) is seeking an enthusiastic and expert skier/former racer to join our team of 4 coaches as an Assistant U16 Coach. This is a full year-round employment opportunity with housing provided. The BMA U16 program is grounded in providing an expanded opportunity for alpine ski racing and...
Morristown police seek public’s help in retail theft case
MORRISTOWN — The Morristown Police Department is seeking help from the public in identifying an individual regarding a retail theft incident. Police have not released any information regarding the incident at this time. Authorities urge anyone with information about the person to contact Sergeant Garth Christensen at 802-888-4211.
Jane Kitchel announces retirement after nearly 20 years in Vermont Senate
The person who’s universally regarded as the most influential legislator in Montpelier announced Friday that she won’t seek reelection this fall. Caledonia County Sen. Jane Kitchel has helmed budget deliberations in the Legislature for nearly two decades. And as the Democratic chair of her chamber’s appropriations committee, she’s played an outsize role in determining which line items make it into the state budget and which ones do not.
New sculpture ‘Community Heart’ gifted to Goodrich Memorial Library
NEWPORT — Artist and poet Eric Petit has created a new sculpture titled “Community Heart,” which he has gifted to the Goodrich Memorial Library in appreciation of Newport’s role as the heart of the Northeast Kingdom. The piece represents the balance between the giver and the...
St. J man arrested after reportedly tasing police officer
A St. Johnsbury man is due in court Monday after allegedly fighting two police officers and tasing one of them. The St. Johnsbury Police say an officer spotted John Stelzl, 35, shortly after 5:00 p.m. Friday on Bay Street. Investigators add that there had been recent reports of drug activity nearby and that Stelzl has a record of drug crimes.
Derby man arrested for abuse prevention order violation
DERBY — A local man was arrested Wednesday evening for allegedly violating an abuse prevention order, according to Vermont State Police. At about 7:45 p.m., police responded to a report of a violation in Derby. An investigation indicated that Jason Cloutier, 42, of Derby, had breached the terms of...
First Dutch Spotted Sheep in the U.S. born on Vermont farm
GLOVER, Vt. — MKVT Farm in Glover, Vermont, is home to hundreds of animals. "We've got 150 chickens and a dozen pigs. (We have) 70 head of sheep," said Mark Rodgers, owner of MKVT Farm. These days, it's the sheep that are running the show, especially if you step...
Concord police warn residents of phone scam
CONCORD — The Concord Police Department has issued a scam alert, warning residents about fraudulent calls from individuals claiming to be from the department. The scammers demand immediate payment, threatening arrest if the money is not paid. Police emphasize that these calls are not from the Concord Police Department...
Two classmates from North Country High School look to engineer their future
From sports to engineering competitions, Cooper Hodgeman and Tate Parker have done almost everything together. With support from VSAC’s GEAR UP program, they’ve also helped each other get into college. Read the story on VTDigger here: Two classmates from North Country High School look to engineer their future.
Berkshire man arrested for aggravated assault with brass knuckles
BERKSHIRE — Vermont State Police arrested a Richford man early Thursday on charges of aggravated assault after he allegedly attacked a woman with brass knuckles the previous night. Authorities reported that the incident occurred near the intersection of VT Route 105 and Montgomery Road. Stewart Arbuckle, 34, is accused...
Loose cows cause delays on Interstate 91 in Coventry, Vermont
COVENTRY, Vt. — Cows caused a ruckus on a major Vermont roadway on Friday morning. Vermont State Police said they received multiple 911 calls calls about cows loose and running in and out of traffic on Interstate 91 north of the Orleans exit. When troopers arrived on scene, they...
Derby Line man held without bail after domestic assault, resisting arrest
DERBY LINE — State police troopers responded to an assault report on Ducharme Drive this morning involving a household member. Trevor Smith, 42, was arrested on multiple charges following the incident. The charges against Smith include second-degree aggravated domestic assault, second-degree unlawful restraint, interference with access to emergency services,...
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