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Historic Vermont covered bridges are under threat by truck drivers relying on GPS meant for cars
LYNDON, Vt. — One of Vermont's historic covered bridges has fallen under threat from modern technology. Box truck drivers relying on GPS continually crash through Lyndon's 140-year-old Miller’s Run bridge despite signs, including a flashing one, to deter vehicles that are too tall or too heavy from crossing. Drivers can face a fine of $5,000 from the town, plus state penalties.
The challenges of living on a fixed income in a state where the taxes keep going up
Many Vermont towns have town plans, which lay out visions for towns in eight-year increments. The town of Calais is currently revising its plan, and reporter Erica Heilman, who’s a resident of Calais — went to a recent planning session held by the town plan committee. There she...
St. Johnsbury man arrested for DUI, driving with suspended license
LYNDON — A St. Johnsbury man was arrested on charges of driving under the influence and operating a vehicle with a criminally suspended license late Saturday night, according to the Vermont State Police. Troopers conducting patrol near the intersection of US-5 and VT-114 initiated a traffic stop after observing...
Notice: Central Vermont Career Center School District upcoming meetings
Below are upcoming meetings from the Central Vermont Career Center School District with agendas and Zoom links included. The district offices are located at 155 Ayers Street, Suite 2, Room 136, Barre, VT 05641. CVCCSD Program Quality Committee. 155 Ayers Street, Suite 2, Room 127, Barre, VT 05641. Monday, April...
VTSU to offer 'Weird Al' Yankovic class next semester
LYNDON, Vt. — Get out your accordions and polka music, because a "Weird Al" class is coming to Vermont State University next semester. VTSU Lyndon will be offering a new course in the fall called "Weird Al and his Polkas," which will be taught by Brian Warwick, a longtime fan of the parody star and Grammy-award-winning engineer.
CVMC nurses and techs rally for union deal, safe staffing levels
Vermont Business Magazine On Sunday afternoon, March 24, over 120 CVMC nurses and technical staff, community members, and legislators rallied in Barre. Seven months after winning their union election, techs and nurses are pushing the CVMC administration to agree to terms that would create livable wages for all staff, reduce consistent staffing challenges and improve patient care as a result.
Driver in fatal Barton crash that left one dead cited for negligent operation
BARTON, Vt. — A Massachusetts driver involved in adeadly crash in Barton that left one person dead last year has been ordered to appear in court. Vermont State Police said 30-year-old Ediberto Luna will appear before a judge next month after he was cited on Wednesday with negligent operation with death resulting for an Oct. 2023 crash.
Morristown fugitive captured thanks to community tips
MORRISTOWN — A fugitive sought by local authorities was apprehended last evening in the Village of Hardwick, following numerous community tips that led to his location. Kevin Fradette was taken into custody by members of both the Morristown and Hardwick Police Departments after he was found at a residence in Hardwick.
Alison Despathy: Homeschool civics at the Statehouse
Vermont needs more statesmen and fewer social engineers hell-bent on spending Vermonters' hard-earned money and making decisions for us. Read the story on VTDigger here: Alison Despathy: Homeschool civics at the Statehouse.
Sutton man charged with DUI after vehicle found off-road in East Burke
EAST BURKE — A Sutton man was charged with driving under the influence early Tuesday morning after his vehicle was discovered off the roadway in inclement weather conditions, according to Vermont State Police. Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to a report at 3:46 a.m. of a motor...
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