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Montpelier assisted-living facility cuts ribbon on major expansion
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - The Gary Residence, an assisted-living facility in Montpelier, on Thursday celebrated both the opening of its new memory care unit as well as the reopening of parts of the building damaged in last summer’s flooding. The July flooding took place during the midst of the...
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.
Police charge McKees Rocks teen in Stowe killing
Police have arrested a McKees Rocks teen who they say fatally shot a Stowe man on Thanksgiving eve. Cy-Miar Amari Woods, 16, was charged as an adult Thursday in the Nov. 22 death of Michael Dean. Dean, 26, was killed at his house in the 800 block of Benwood Avenue,...
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.
Former Vermont man charged for alleged role in death of James ‘Whitey’ Bulger reaches plea deal
Terms of the plea agreement for Sean McKinnon were not publicly released. Read the story on VTDigger here: Former Vermont man charged for alleged role in death of James ‘Whitey’ Bulger reaches plea deal.
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...
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.
Route 14 bridge in Irasburg reopens 5 months after fiery propane truck crash
Irasburg, VT- The Route 14 bridge in Irasburg is back open five months after a propane truck crashed into it and caused serious structural damage, now road work is complete and drivers no longer have to detour. Last December, a propane tanker crashed into the Black River in Irasburg off...
Montpelier hosts 41st VT Corporate Cup Challenge
One of Vermont’s oldest and largest road races hit the streets in Vermont’s capital city on Thursday. Roughly 2,500 participants gathered on the State House lawn for the 41st annual Vermont Corporate Cup Challenge and State Agency 5k race. All proceeds from the race help support the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports to provide athletic programs like the Vermont Senior Games, Parks Rx, and Fit and Healthy Kids.
LETTER: ‘Vote, and vote yes’ – 9th grade student adds voice to school budget debate
As a 9th grader at Harwood Union High School, I am concerned about the budget. Part of what's missing from this conversation is the student voice, and I'd like to contribute mine, and talk about how this problem, from my perspective, will affect our school community not only now, but in the future.
Super Senior: Mary Wells
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - Mary Wells savors the many seasons on her land in Berlin. “Probably spring, all of... No, I summer and fall and winter sometimes,” she said. Wells grew up just down the hill. A tomboy of sorts, she took up a course in drafting in high school. “I like to do things that other girls hadn’t done,” she said.
At tiny Sterling College, a pro-Palestinian encampment continues protesting
More than a week after similar encampments disbanded at UVM and Middlebury College, students at the Craftsbury Common school are still pushing for their college to meet their demands. Read the story on VTDigger here: At tiny Sterling College, a pro-Palestinian encampment continues protesting.
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.
Beau Welling begins renovation of No. 1 public-access course in Vermont
Stowe Country Club, ranked by Golfweek’s Best as the No. 1 public-access course in Vermont, is slated to undergo a two-year renovation by golf architect Beau Welling. In the town of Stowe, the course originally opened in 1950 and was expanded in 1962 by William Mitchell. The club plans a growing membership, but public-access opportunities are available through stay-and-play packages at the Lodge at Spruce Creek. Beau Welling Design has drawn up a comprehensive renovation plan, with work on the front nine having started this month and to be completed this year, then work on the back nine to be completed in...
Lawmakers pass flood disclosure requirements for home sellers, landlords
Vermont now joins a growing list of states that mandate flood risk disclosure for real estate transactions, as climate change fuels more extreme weather. Read the story on VTDigger here: Lawmakers pass flood disclosure requirements for home sellers, landlords.
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