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Multi-town vehicle theft and pursuit leads to statewide search for suspect in Randolph
BETHEL — A string of alleged crimes involving vehicle theft and reckless endangerment has led Vermont State Police on a pursuit through multiple towns, now culminating in a statewide search for suspect Branden J. Messier. On April 29, a resident reported his black GMC Sierra, registration 126A490, stolen from...
Killington hopes incentives will help town fill out police force
KILLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Killington town officials hope big incentives will help them hire more police officers. The Killington Police Department currently has only two employees, the police chief and one patrol officer. Town Manager Michael Ramsey says extra patrols are needed, especially when visitors flock to town in the...
New bakery holds grand opening amid flurry of new businesses coming to downtown Rutland
RUTLAND, Vt. — Folks in Rutland have several new options to check out when shopping downtown. Wednesday was the ribbon-cutting ceremony for one new business, which is among six others opening in the Marble City this year. 'The Pie's the Limit Bakery' sold out three times on their opening...
Rutland Town officials consider panhandling info signs outside local mall
RUTLAND TOWN, Vt. (WCAX) - Rutland Town officials are considering adding informational signs to cut down on panhandling after several skirmishes outside the Green Mountain Plaza. The town used to have laws against panhandling, but they were repealed in 2018. Police say the change has led to some recent fights.
Wild brook trout
Well, trout season is here. I’ll wait until the water warms up, maybe another two weeks, before I go. I have spoken with a couple fishermen I know. They report some success. There are a couple small brooks in the area I like to fish, but nothing beats a 2- or 3-year old beaver pond. I mention beaver ponds for a reason. Trout grow rapidly in a beaver pond. Trout 3 or 4 inches in length the first year the dam is built can be 8 inches the next year.
New dispensary encourages holistic pain management
LONDONDERRY, Vt. – The slogan around Green Mountain Therapeutics cannabis dispensary is “We’ve got the gas,” and owner Kellie D’Elia-Laskin appreciates it when people pick up on the double entendre that calls back to a mid-2000s slang expression referring to a strong or “dank” strain of marijuana, with a nod to the previous tenant at the North Main Street location in Londonderry, Willy’s Mobilgas. A framed 1957 photo of the old gas station and garage stands on a counter.
Fundraising concert for the Weston Playhouse
WESTON, Vt. – University of Vermont Professor and internationally renowned pianist David Feurzeig will complete his 56th performance in the Play Every Town: Concert for a Cooler Climate series at the Old Parish Church in Weston, Vt., on Saturday, May 11, at 2 p.m. Feurzeig tailors his Play Every...
Spring, summer, and fall activities from Come Alive Outside keep families entertained
Saturday, May 4 at 1 p.m.—RUTLAND—Come Alive Outside’s calendar offers a diverse range of activities throughout the spring, summer, and fall, providing family-friendly fun for all. Among these are the Jedi Trails event featuring Star Wars themed activities and free hotdogs, the Green Street festival at the Rutland Whoopie Pie Festival, and the Urban Legend Strolls taking place in various seasons, including a special ghost edition. Additionally, the program includes kids passports, offering summer paper passports and spooky passport apps, as well as adult passports for spring, summer, and winter activities. The Mile-A-Day initiative encourages outdoor exercise, with seasonal flings covering different distances, and Nature Rx offers opportunities to connect with nature from June to August.
Springfield Community Players to perform “The Unexpected Guest”
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Come join the Springfield Community Players for a spell of mystery and suspense as we kick off our 2024 season with the Agatha Christie classic “The Unexpected Guest.” A traveller runs his car into a ditch in South Wales. Seeking help at the nearest house, he stumbles across a dead body. It isn’t long before he discovers the apparent killer, but there’s much more to this seemingly simple murder, and everyone has secrets. Can you guess the solution before the play is over?
Bradford man arrested on multiple warrants including grand larceny
BRADFORD — Vermont State Police arrested a Hartland man on eight warrants ranging from petty larceny to grand larceny, officials said Tuesday. David Gilmore, 46, was apprehended on April 30 at 2:30 p.m. on Waits River Road after police discovered he had two active arrest warrants. According to authorities,...
Featured pets: Roxy and Peaches
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Roxy and Peaches are two beautiful girls looking for loving homes. Peaches might be a collie or sheltie mix, and is 6 months old. Roxy is an 8-month-old shepherd mix. These sweet puppies love people and other dogs. To come fall in love with one, the Springfield Humane Society is open Wednesday-Saturday, from 12-4 p.m., or call 802-885-3997 for more information. Join us May 11, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., in front of Shaw’s, for our annual Mother’s Day Bake Sale and Basket Raffle. You can bid on baskets online now. Check out the event on our Facebook page for more information.
May Day dance party held in Hartland
Saturday, May 4 at 7 p.m.—HARTLAND—The Moonlighters Big Band and Hartland Council of the Arts will host a dance party at Damon Hall, 1 Quechee Road, Hartland. Amy and Jamie Orr, professional dance instructors, are providing an hour of dance lessons beginning at 7 p.m., music at 8 p.m. The instruction is included in the price of admission, which is $15 for music listening only, $20 for dance participants. Both levels of admission include free refreshments.
Windsor man arrested as fugitive from justice in Hartland
HARTLAND — A Windsor man was apprehended late Sunday evening after a routine traffic stop revealed he was wanted in New Hampshire. Vermont State Police arrested Andrew L. Snide, 43, near 148 US Rte 5 after officers conducted a traffic stop at approximately 9:08 p.m. for a vehicle violation.
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