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Plans to convert Burlington YMCA into housing hit a snag
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Plans to convert the former Burlington YMCA into housing have hit a roadblock. Work began earlier this year to remove asbestos and other remediation before the historic building is renovated, but the developer now says structural issues that were discovered could now delay the project by up to a year.
Burlington to revitalize Bank and Cherry streets, with outdoor spaces and grass plantings
The Burlington Department of Public Works is looking for community feedback on the reconstruction of Pine and St. Paul streets between Bank and Cherry streets, along with design ideas to revitalize Bank and Cherry. The multi-year project is part of the Great Streets reinvestment into downtown. The project has already...
Trials & Tribulations: A week inside Vermont's busiest courthouse reveals a judicial system plagued by delays
It had taken 569 days, but Ashley Richards' trial was finally set to begin. A dozen jurors waited to take their seats in Courtroom 3A at the Judge Edward J. Costello Courthouse. The court officer and judge's assistant were in their places. So were attorneys for the prosecution and defense, the witnesses, and the victim.
People hit the trails for start of Vermont hiking season
HUNTINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The Memorial Day weekend kicks off Vermont hiking season, so I hit the trails to see how people are stepping into warmer months. From the views to the sounds, locals are excited to hit the trails. “It’s really such a jewel,” said Sarah Sparks of Addison....
New fire chief named for Montpelier
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - Montpelier is getting a new fire chief. Derek Libby, who is currently a deputy fire chief for Burlington, will assume his new role as Montpelier’s fire chief in August. Libby replaces Chief Robert Gowans, who is ending his 45-year career in the Capital City. Libby...
Darn Tough celebrates 20 years at VT City Marathon
Thousands of runners gathered at Waterfront Park in Burlington for the 35th annual Vermont City Marathon Sunday, but they shared the spotlight with an iconic Vermont business. Darn Tough, a brand known throughout Vermont and celebrated in the outdoor sports world for its performance footwear, got its start at the marathon 20 years ago, and held an anniversary party at the race.
UVM offers new soil testing services
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - There are some new options for farmers to get their soil tested locally. The University of Vermont recently announced a new Soil Health Research and Extension Center. Previously, testing had to be sent to out-of-state labs. Now, officials say local testing will provide new insights into Vermont’s soil conditions and strengthen collaboration between researchers and local farmers, driving sustainable soil management practices.
Spauldings to head to GOP Prez Convention
On Saturday, May 18, Vermont Republicans gathered in South Burlington to elect 14 Republican National Committee delegates to the Presidential Convention in July. Of the 14, four were elected from Windsor County: Roy and Kelly Spaulding of Chester and Gerald and Stacey Malloy of Weathersfield. The convention will be held...
Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak convenes community safety advisors
In the coming weeks, the group will be tasked with providing input and recommendations to strengthen the City’s approach to Community Safety. VermontBiz On Tuesday, May 21, Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak convened a group of advisors with lived and professional community safety experience. This team of advisors will provide input on the City’s current approach to community safety and offer expertise and recommendations for immediate and long-term improvement. The team will play an advisory role to the Mayor and City staff responsible for implementing community safety systems, who will retain final decision-making power. The goal of this work is to ensure that our approach to community safety reflects the needs, values, and priorities of the City and its residents.
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