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Newport documentary screening highlights local struggles with food, housing insecurity
NEWPORT — A new documentary film titled “Just Getting By,” focusing on the challenges of food and housing insecurity among Vermonters, is set to be shown on May 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Goodrich Memorial Library. Admission to the screening is free, courtesy of the sponsorship from the Orleans/Northeast Essex Building Bright Futures Council.
Irasburg bridge reopens after repairs forced by truck crash, fire
IRASBURG, Vt. (WCAX) - An Irasburg bridge has reopened following an emergency replacement project after a propane tanker fire. For the past five months, Bridge 129 over the Black River on Route 14 had been closed to all traffic after a propane tanker crash in December. The crash on December...
Lyndonville police arrest man on probation violation warrant
LYNDONVILLE — A man wanted for violating probation was arrested Thursday morning by the Lyndonville Police Department. Officer Gerrish and Officer Renaudette apprehended 26-year-old Devine Campbell-Reid of Berlin at about 10:19 a.m. on New Boston Road near Sugar House Road. Campbell-Reid was subject to a $2,500 arrest warrant stemming...
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.
NCH first Vermont hospital to win Bicycle Friendly Business Award
NEWPORT — North Country Hospital has been recognized by the League of American Bicyclists with a Silver Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award, joining more than 1,300 businesses across the United States that are contributing to the movement to build a more bicycle-friendly environment for all. The hospital’s Director of...
Derby Line man held without bail after domestic assault, resisting arrest
DERBY LINE — State police troopers responded to an assault report on Ducharme Drive this morning involving a household member. Trevor Smith, 42, was arrested on multiple charges following the incident. The charges against Smith include second-degree aggravated domestic assault, second-degree unlawful restraint, interference with access to emergency services,...
Greensboro to host Sunday morning bird walks led by local experts
GREENSBORO — As spring brings the return of songbirds, the Greensboro Conservation Commission and Greensboro Free Library are co-sponsoring three Sunday morning bird walks led by expert local birders. The library has two pairs of binoculars available for loan, with additional pairs potentially available for each walk. The first...
Weekly Dispatch with Mayor Sullivan
Tap this box to receive FREE breaking local news directly in Facebook Messenger!. IT IS NATIONAL POLICE WEEK 2024 – a huge shout out to all of our police forces. Thank you in particular to our Newport City Police Department. Our Police Chief and his team have safety of our City first and they have proven this over and over. There are not enough words to describe their dedication, expertise and timely responsiveness to protect the citizens of Newport. Thank you for your service!
Derby man arrested for abuse prevention order violation
DERBY — A local man was arrested Wednesday evening for allegedly violating an abuse prevention order, according to Vermont State Police. At about 7:45 p.m., police responded to a report of a violation in Derby. An investigation indicated that Jason Cloutier, 42, of Derby, had breached the terms of...
Loose cows cause delays on Interstate 91 in Coventry, Vermont
COVENTRY, Vt. — Cows caused a ruckus on a major Vermont roadway on Friday morning. Vermont State Police said they received multiple 911 calls calls about cows loose and running in and out of traffic on Interstate 91 north of the Orleans exit. When troopers arrived on scene, they...
Editors Picks: See What's Happening This Week In The Upper Valley [May 13th- 19th]
Looking for something to do this week in the Upper Valley? Check out a Newport Car Nuts Cruise, wet your pallet at Tasty Tuesday at Sweetland Farm, or maybe take the kids to VINS to discover dinosaurs. There's something for everyone to enjoy.
Falcons varsity baseball wins in extra innings, softball falls to Lyndon
NEWPORT — The North Country Union High School varsity baseball and softball teams faced off against Lyndon Institute on Saturday, with the baseball team securing a thrilling 3-2 victory in nine innings, while the softball team fell short 13-8. In the baseball game, Logan Cross proved to be the hero, going 2-for-5 with 2 RBIs, including the game-winning single that scored Luis Sanchez and gave the Falcons a walk-off win over the Vikings.
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