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Happy Mother's Day !
Believe it or not, our 28th annual Mother's Day spectacular!. This program will air on Sunday, May 12th from 7-10 p.m. The Ripton Community Coffee House Presents folk duo Green Heron on Saturday, May 18, at the Ripton Community House at 7:30 p.m. Next Stage Arts Project and Twilight Music...
Keeping tradition alive means looking to the future, too
When Erin Smith’s father-in-law, Dave Sawyer, started building Windsor chairs in 1982, he was focused on staying true to the historic form. He also taught others to create the refined, delicate furniture. Many of the most prominent Windsor chairmakers today learned directly from him, Smith said. Read the story on VTDigger here: Keeping tradition alive means looking to the future, too.
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.
Cannabis from Vermont cultivator recalled due to pesticide contamination
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - State regulators are recalling all products from a Northeast Kingdom cannabis cultivator that allegedly sold contaminated marijuana-- again. State regulators investigated Derby-based Holland Cannabis last year for selling pot tainted with the prohibited pesticide Eagle 20 after a Vermonter reported getting sick. Now, a routine check...
Police searching for suspect in Enosburg Falls armed robbery
ENOSBURG FALLS, Vt. (WCAX) - Police say a man used a knife to rob a quick stop in Enosburg Falls on Monday. Vermont State Police say it happened at the Jolley Convenience Store on Main Street at about 3:40 a.m. Troopers say a man walked into the store, showed a...
Tree Steward Awards recognize Milton's Kris Dulmer, among other Vermonters
The Vermont Urban and Community Forestry Program (VT UCF) recently announced the recipients of the 2024 Vermont Tree Steward awards, given to deserving individuals and community groups for their ongoing commitment and dedication to protecting and preserving their community's forests and trees. VT UCF staff also selected a recipient of...
Milton police log: April 26-May 2
Bombardier Road-1:00 p.m. At the Milton Police Department, Cpl. Coulombe completed a child car seat safety inspection for a resident. Ofc. Flynn responded to the area of West Milton Road to assist a resident who, while driving, experienced a medical incident. Ofc. Flynn stood by with the resident until the arrival of Milton Rescue.
Smoke is a play motivated pup who just loves love!
Our Forever Home episode brought us back to the North Country Animal League (NCAL) in marvelous Morristown, Vermont. We were greeted with clearing skies and drier weather, which we took as an omen of how well NCAL is doing. In fact, this shelter in Morristown has been able to help other rescue organizations in the southern United States because of how well adoptions are going. Without further ado, this week’s featured pet is a southern gent named, Smoke. He’s a big, beautiful boy with lots of playful energy.
Two-vehicle crash on I 89 in Waterbury
WATERBURY — A collision involving two vehicles occurred on Interstate 89 northbound near mile marker 62.85 around 5:31 p.m., authorities said. Vermont State Police, along with Waterbury Fire Department and Waterbury Ambulance, responded to the crash. The incident involved a 2023 Ford F150, driven by 22-year-old Evan Hallstrom of...
THE MONTGOMERY NEWS, week of MAY 5, 2024
Today, Rev. Bill Neil officiated our Montgomery Methodist Church Service and served communion. His sermon was entitled “A Christ-Centered Culture.” His wife, Faith, accompanied him. We are always so appreciative to have Rev. Bill serve our church, as he is retired and shares his time with other churches as well. Clint Holmes, a friend of Rev. Neil from Richford, came to join in our Service.
Construction begins Monday on chicanes on VT-108 to combat notch 'stuckages'
STOWE, Vt. — This week, Vermont's Agency of Transportation willbegin construction between Jeffersonville and Stowe on Route 108 in Vermont to fight "stuckages" in Smugglers' Notch this season. It's the latest step to combat tractor-trailers getting stuck on the narrow, winding road. "It's notoriously tricky, it's very, very tight,"...
Morristown police seek two men who failed to turn themselves in
MORRISTOWN — The Morristown Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Shawn Hickok and Matthew Judkins, who have failed to turn themselves in as required. The police have not disclosed why the two men were expected to surrender, but their failure to do so has...
Crews battle fire at warehouse in Lamoille County
STOWE, Vt. — Fire crews in Stowe spent several hours on Wednesday afternoon battling a fire at a warehouse. Interim Fire Chief Scott Reeves told NBC5 they responded to the fire around 3:45 p.m. Reeves says they were able to respond quickly since the warehouse is located directly behind the department on South Main Street.
Newport community forum scheduled for May 13 to discuss economic and safety initiatives
NEWPORT — A community forum will be held at the City Hall Gymnasium on May 13 at 5:30 p.m., featuring a series of discussions on financial matters, economic development, and community safety. The event will be hosted by Senator Russ Ingalls and Mayor Linda Joy Sullivan, with City Manager Jonathan DeLaBruere moderating.
Montgomery driver hospitalized after car crashes into tree
MONTGOMERY — A driver was hospitalized with serious injuries yesterday after their vehicle struck a tree near 140 Carrington Road, according to the Russell-Montgomery Police Department. Police responded to the accident at 4:22 p.m. The first officer to arrive at the scene provided medical treatment until the Montgomery Fire...
Tires left piled on Milton roadsides after Green Up Day
MILTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Some Milton residents are battling not-so-green leftovers after Green Up Day. Two days after Green Up Day, a pile of tires still looms over Steve Pecor’s Milton home. “I’m kind of surprised because I figured someone would come and pick them all up,” Pecor said....
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