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Girl, 10, killed in Whitehall fire
A 10-year-old fourth-grader died Wednesday in an early morning fire, according to a letter posted on the Whitehall Central School District’s website from Superintendent Patrick Dee. “It is with the deepest regret that I must share the following information,” Dee said. “It is important that we come together as...
Sports Car Club of Vermont comes the Diamond Run Mall
Saturday, May 11 at 8 8a.m.—RUTLAND—The SCCV 2024 Summer Series Event, DRM Autocross #2, will take place at the Diamond Run Mall, 46 Diamond Run Mall Pl., Rutland. The event starts at 8 a.m. with setup/organizing at 7 a.m. Registration is $40 for members and $50 for non-members, including a one-day membership.
Rutland City Police Department making strides to attract new recruits thanks to hiring practices
RUTLAND, Vt. — In Rutland, the city's police department is starting to see an uptick in officers after years of being severely understaffed thanks to a new push to attract new recruits. The department now has 33 sworn officers, up from less than 25 at points last year. “That...
Country star Tyler Hubbard, 80s bands to play Vermont State Fair
The Vermont State Fair is returning from August 13 to 17. The fair has already begun announcing its music headliners including country singer Tyler Hubbard and "Abducted by the 80s" featuring four bands from the 1980s.
Dozens of Vermont school districts remain without a budget
In 1996, the town of Benson set a state record when, after two years of rejecting school budgets, its voters finally approved a spending plan on the 13th try. Asked by a Rutland Daily Herald reporter at the time if she had a reaction to the news, the school board chair replied: “Sure I do, but it would split your eardrums.”
The Pies the Limit opens downtown
Rutland City has a new bakery! The Pies the Limit opened at 6 a.m. May 1 and has posted “sold out” nearly every day since on Facebook. The shop is located at 56 Strongs Ave, Rutland City. For more information visit: thepiesthelimitbakery.com.
One dead after single vehicle crash in Putnam
One person is dead after a vehicle crash on I-84 in the town of Kent on Monday. New York State Police trooper Aaron Hicks said the victim lost control of their vehicle and crashed into a tree on I-84 around 7:15 p.m. Monday evening. Hicks said the vehicle burst into...
Plymouth police report multiple arrests over week
PLYMOUTH — Plymouth Police Department recorded a busy week from April 29 to May 5, responding to 460 calls for service, which included numerous arrests ranging from open container violations to credit card fraud, according to their weekly activity report. The arrests began on April 29, with a 21-year-old...
Driven by Grief and the Hope of Helping Others, Chip Piper Aims to Run 10 Marathons in 10 Days
Help us pay for in-depth stories like this one by becoming a Seven Days Super Reader. It's 6:30 a.m., and Chip Piper is headed out for a run on the Silver Lake Trail in Salisbury — though "run" is a loose term for his pace. The first mile climbs 466 feet, and it takes Piper about 19 minutes as he dodges icy patches and knobby roots — more of a hike than a run.
Poultney man arrested on domestic assault charge
POULTNEY — A 74-year-old Poultney man was arrested May 4, after allegedly assaulting a household member, according to Vermont State Police. Troopers from the Rutland Barracks responded to a call of a family fight on Bird Street at approximately 3:58 p.m. After an investigation, authorities determined that Mario Mesiti...
Support the Slate Valley Unified School District
With another vote coming up for the Slate Valley Unified School District I am writing to appeal to “Yes” voters and those on the fence to please turn out and vote. Our district will need over 1,000 “Yes” votes, or around 200 per town to effectively pass our school budget, on this third try. We need to focus and fund our schools.
Colchester man convicted for role in deadly armed robbery of alleged rival drug dealer in Swanton
A jury returned guilty verdicts this week against Dominique Troupe on drug, gun and robbery charges following a six-day trial in federal court in Rutland. Read the story on VTDigger here: Colchester man convicted for role in deadly armed robbery of alleged rival drug dealer in Swanton.
Peavine Whitewater Race excites paddlers
The Peavine Whitewater Race took place Saturday, May 4, on the White River. The annual downriver paddling event benefits the Ridgeline Outdoor Collective. Above: Justin Reich and Doug Pietrzak finished 18 overall in their tandem canoe.
Wildlife Watch: Restoring natural floodplains
BRIDPORT, Vt. (WCAX) - Among the rolling hills of Bridport, there was once a functioning farm where the Lemon Fair Wildlife Management Area is now. Today, the land is among areas around the state where Vermont wildlife officials are trying to restore the natural floodplain. Ike Bendavid spoke with Vermont...
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