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Waterbury man among three killed in a two-vehicle crash in Berlin on Saturday
Three people including a Waterbury man were killed in a two-car crash on Vermont Route 62 in Berlin on Saturday night, according to the Berlin Police Department. The crash happened around 9:30 p.m. near the intersection of Rt. 62 with Airport and Fisher roads. Central Vermont Medical Center is at that location.
Through flames and floodwaters, Charlie O’s returns to downtown Montpelier
The staple dive bar on Main Street shuttered in October, when a fire damaged the building only months after the summer’s floods ravaged its interior. Read the story on VTDigger here: Through flames and floodwaters, Charlie O’s returns to downtown Montpelier .
Montpelier ‘Stump Dump’ forced to close after encroaching on wetland of its own creation
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - A Montpelier dump for yard waste is closing after state officials say it violated wetland protection laws. “The city was issued two violations from the state of Vermont. One was for wetlands encroachment and the other was the requirement to have a solid waste permit,” said Montpelier Public Works Director Kurt Motkya.
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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...
Montpelier’s Charlie-O’s makes a comeback, but how are other businesses faring?
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - A classic dive bar in Montpelier has reopened its doors again, undaunted by fire, floods, and a global pandemic. Charlie-O’s, which bills itself as “a dive bar for nice people” is back. But the reopening comes at a challenging time for local businesses, raising questions about the health of the Capital City’s downtown.
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...
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.
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.
Tra La - It's May !
Vermont songs by Vermont songwriters, an amazing varuiety of Vermont acoustic musiicians born in the lusty month of May, and much much more!. This program will air on Sunday, May 5th from 7-10 p.m. This week's calendar announcements:. Next Stage Arts Project and Twilight Music present an evening of American...
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.
Vermont Statehouse locks doors after receiving shooting threat
The Vermont Intelligence Center said two other locations in the country received similar threats through the same phone number. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont Statehouse locks doors after receiving shooting threat.
Lyndonville woman arrested for DUI after found passed out with glass pipe
LYNDONVILLE — A local woman was arrested early Monday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs, according to the Lyndonville Police Department. Meagan Tellier, 39, of Corinth, was discovered by an officer at approximately 3:10 a.m. on April 29 in a vehicle at 85 US Route 2 in St. Johnsbury.
Monthlong tribute to remember and honor fallen heroes begins in Vermont
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Current and former military members are walking in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The monthlong journey began for some on Wednesday in Burlington. About a dozen military members started their journey walking through several Vermont towns. Carry the Load is an organization working...
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