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Neighbor Dispute Over Old Brick Store Roils Charlotte

Jolene Kao bought Charlotte’s iconic Old Brick Store in 2023, determined to revive the historic building as a bustling local hub, where people could shop, eat, and connect with friends and strangers alike. She installed an espresso bar, freshened up the menu of prepared food and began stocking the...

Charlotte, VT · 2d
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South Burlington pet store closing permanently

The Pet Advantage on Dorset Street in South Burlington announced Friday that they will close for good this winter.

South Burlington, VT · 18h

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North Country school names new principal

ELIZABETHTOWN, N.Y. (WCAX) - Boquet Valley Central School District has named Jenifer Jensen as the new principal at the Mountain View Campus. Jensen brings over 20 years of experience in education, previously having worked as middle school associate principal at Beekmantown Central School. A graduate of SUNY Plattsburgh with a...

Elizabethtown, NY · 1d
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For new taxes, only room at the inn

“Any time you hear the word tax, that's got a negative connotation to a lot of people,” Bennington Selectboard Chair Tom Haley said. Read the story on VTDigger here: For new taxes, only room at the inn .

Hinesburg, VT · 1d

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Essex Junction cannabis and duck farmer poised to get his growing license back

A judge ruled that Jason Struthers can resume his backyard cannabis growing on Taft Street because his operation predates the city’s new laws zoning cannabis cultivation. Read the story on VTDigger here: Essex Junction cannabis and duck farmer poised to get his growing license back .

Essex, VT · 15h

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16-year-old serves on Essex Junction City Planning Commission

ESSEX JUNCTION, Vt. (WCAX) - Finn Hamilton, 16, is a member of the Essex Junction City Planning Commission. Because he is not 18 yet, Finn is a nonvoting member. He still gives feedback at meetings. “I just want to be a part of my community. Because I just feel like...

Essex, VT · 1d

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Unofficial results show tight race for Wilmington supervisor

Only 19 votes is separating Cliff Holzer II and incumbent Tim Follos in the race for Town of Wilmington supervisor. — WILMINGTON | Nineteen votes — that’s what currently separates Cliff Holzer II and incumbent Tim Follos in the race for town supervisor. Election Night results showed...

Wilmington, NY · 2d

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Fight off your Election Day hangover with some concerts, shows in VT

Election Day has come and gone, so it’s time to turn your attention to registering your vote in favor of the Vermont arts and entertainment scene. Awkward political metaphors aside, the days after the march to the polls are busy, busy, busy in the creative world. That’s especially the case with music and theater, which dominate this list of things to do. Music ranges from folk singers and local rockers to string quartets and Prokofiev’s “Romeo & Juliet” for strings and percussion. Plays by Moliere and Rajiv Joseph lead the charge for Vermont theater companies. Now go out there and show your support! ‘Ballad of Maria Marten’ at St. Michael’s College 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5-Saturday, Nov. 7, the St. Michael’s College Performing Arts Program offers three nights of the Beth Flintoff play “ The Ballad of Maria Marten ,” which addresses domestic violence and will include representation in the theater lobby from STEPS to End Domestic Violence, McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester. Free. smcvt.edu Make way for Moliere in Middlebury 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, an update of Moliere’s classic skewering of pomposity, “ Tartuffe ,” opens its run by the Middlebury Acting Company through Sunday, Nov.

Vermont · 2d

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Clinton County Sheriff elect Brent Davison looks to first term

Unofficial early election numbers put Republican challenger Brent Davison ahead with a sizable 58.08 percent of majority support. — PLATTSBURGH | In a highly public campaign for Clinton County Sheriff, longtime law enforcement veteran Brent Davison sealed the office's next term over six-time Sheriff David Favro. Unofficial early election...

Clinton County, NY · 2d

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NYS Master Teacher Program adds 188 teachers, 24 counselors to statewide network

ALBANY | Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced the selection of 188 STEM teachers for the New York State Master Teacher Program, a professional network of more than 1,900 public-school teachers with a passion for inspiring the next generation of educational leaders. Twenty-four counselors were also selected as part of the Master Counselor cohort to serve as mentors for students and early-career educators. The new members represent 138 school districts with a Master Teacher or Master Counselor among their faculty, with 50 program members from high-needs districts including Buffalo, Binghamton, Rochester, Schenectady, Syracuse, Utica, and, for counselors, New York City School Districts.

New York · 3d

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ECH honored for 100 years of service to Elizabethtown community

ECH in its original building and location ca. 1920, is being honored for 100 years of service to the Elizabethtown community. — ELIZABETHTOWN | One hundred years ago, a small community hospital opened its doors in Elizabethtown with a simple mission: care for neighbors close to home. This week, that legacy was formally recognized by the New York State Legislature.

Elizabethtown, NY · 17h

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Burlington’s housing policies are working

The city of Burlington is draped in colorful vinyl sheets. The streets are blocked off by concrete slabs. The potholes seem to be growing by the day. Our policy makers are to blame for this construction-driven disarray. They are taking a multipronged approach to solving Burlington’s housing crisis. In...

Burlington, VT · 3d

WCAX

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Council president to announce bid for mayor of Burlington

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - City Council President Ben Traverse will announce his campaign for mayor on Friday. The Democrat told WCAX in September about his intent to challenge Progressive Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak if she seeks reelection. Friday’s announcement will officially put the Ward 5 councilor on the ticket for Town...

Burlington, VT · 1d

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NRDC celebrates completion of two affordable apartments in Schroon

SCHROON LAKE | The North Country Rural Development Coalition (NRDC), together with local business owners Amanda and Ryan Ragland and community partners, celebrated the completion of two newly rehabilitated affordable rental apartments with a ribbon cutting on Friday, Oct. 30 at 1089 U.S. Route 9 in Schroon Lake. The apartments...

Schroon Lake, NY · 1d

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Construction of the South Burlington Walk-Bike Bridge advances at Exit 14

SOUTH BURLINGTON — For people traveling on foot, walking along Williston Road over Interstate 89 means navigating the traffic barreling on and off the ramps leading to the busy highway at Exit 14. And with the short, dark days of winter around the corner, reduced visibility adds to the challenges of crossing the stretch that helps connect Burlington and South Burlington.

South Burlington, VT · 1d

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Sidewalk art comes to Schroon Lake

SCHROON LAKE | In recent years, a new wave of little art galleries have risen out of creativity. Taking a walk around towns that display these in the community have become a way of expressing a person’s imagination. It originally started by two art teachers in Nashville, Tennessee in 2016 as a way to bring the community together and inspire creativity. The shift from the little free library houses became popular during the COVID-19 pandemic as communities sought outdoor connections.

Schroon Lake, NY · 19h

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Plattsburgh YMCA to host ceremonial groundbreaking

PLATTSBURGH | After nearly eight years of planning, fundraising, and community support, the Plattsburgh YMCA will officially break ground Thursday, Nov. 12, at its future home on New York Road. The milestone marks the next chapter for the organization that is committed to creating a modern, accessible facility to serve children, families, seniors, and individuals throughout the North Country.

Plattsburgh, NY · 1d

North Country Public Radio

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City of Plattsburgh residents overwhelming approve charter revisions

More than 80% of City of Plattsburgh voters approved a proposition to revise the city's charter on Tuesday, according to unofficial election results. The changes include updating provisions governing term limits, council procedures, and the budget process, and establishing an Emergency Disaster Relief Services Commission and orientation for new councilors.

Plattsburgh, NY · 3d

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South Burlington’s Chief Corbin graduates from ‘prestigious’ national program

South Burlington Fire Chief Christopher Corbin has become the first firefighter in Vermont in seven years to graduate from a competitive program at the National Fire Academy.

South Burlington, VT · 16h