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NORTH HERO, Vt. (WCAX) - A judge on Monday afternoon declared the second mistrial in the assault case against Franklin County Sheriff John Grismore. After nearly 17.5 hours of deliberations over three days, the jury returned to the courtroom on Monday afternoon and told the judge that they could not reach a verdict.

IRASBURG, Vt. (WCAX) - A massive fire destroyed a barn in the Northeast Kingdom town of Irasburg over the weekend. It happened at the Lawson Farm on Airport Road. Smoke could be seen for miles. Multiple crews battled the blaze and stopped it from spreading to other buildings but one of the barns was reduced to rubble.

Jordan Lawyer had previously been found incompetent to stand trial in an attack on his parents in 2022, according to court records. He entered not guilty pleas Monday to assault and murder charges stemming from the latest attack on them Friday in Enosburgh. Read the story on VTDigger here: Judge orders competency evaluation for man accused of killing father and injuring mother with bat .

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The installation of chicanes on Notch Road aimed to prevent stuck trucks this busy season - and for the most part, it worked. If you’re driving an SUV, the notch’s tight turns are nerve-wracking but doable. But bigger vehicles can struggle or even get stuck despite the chicanes warning them of what’s ahead.

WESTFORD — After receiving an anonymous tip earlier this evening, Westford Police followed up and identified the owner of an electric bike linked to a recent incident on school grounds. Last Thursday, an individual was seen riding through school properties, raising concerns within the community. The tip led to...

US Route 7 North-2:08 p.m. While on patrol, Detective Noel was dispatched to US Route 7 for the report of a two-car motor vehicle accident where one of the operators left the scene. Detective Noel located the operator at their residence in town, and identified signs of impairment. The subject was taken into custody for Suspicion of Driving Under the Influence and Leaving the Scene of an Accident and will appear in court.

Winooski Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect in an armed mugging last month.

NEWPORT — Police say a Newport woman hit a man with a pole hard enough to raise welts and kicked them as they tried to arrest her. According to an affidavit from Newport City Police Patrolman Andrew Gonyaw, police were called to Third Street around 9:10 p.m. on October 1, by a woman who phoned to say she could hear screaming from a nearby building.

A new report has ranked the safest cities in the United States, and some of them are right here in New England.

BURLINGTON, Vt. — A New Jersey man has bee charged with illegally transporting Irish citizens after they entered the United States illegally last month. Federal prosecutors indicted 43-year-old Tyshan Murray of Union, New Jersey for allegedly picking up nine people who illegally crossed the U.S. border from Canada in Richford, Vermont.

In the charming town of Richmond, Vermont, an unassuming spot is waiting to deliver the brunch experience of a lifetime. The Kitchen Table, a cozy restaurant tucked away in this picturesque locale, offers a meal that transcends the ordinary. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sizzle of bacon...

BARTON — The Barton Development Review Board (DRB) was met by a large group of concerned citizens on October 3, as they set to discuss a zoning violation appeal from Thomas Wood of Orleans. It was also met with abuse from one man whom police promptly removed from the meeting.

Montpelier, VT – The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Orange, Washington, and Lamoille counties, effective from midnight tonight until 9 a.m. Wednesday. Temperatures are expected to drop as low as 34 degrees, potentially leading to frost formation. This advisory could impact sensitive outdoor vegetation, and...

Diving into the heart of Vermont, you might think the charm of this state lies solely in its picturesque landscapes and serene environment. But wait until you hear about Papa Frank’s Italian Restaurant in Winooski. This quaint eatery has not only become a local favorite but also a culinary...

The Vermont bass fishing state championship turned into a family affair on Saturday. Twins Hailey and Isayah Isham from Mount Abraham Union High School were the big winners during the state competition held on Lake Champlain in South Hero, registering the largest haul to seize the state title. The siblings' father, Carroll Isham, is also the Mount Abraham coach. ...

South Burlington is calling on federal lawmakers to replace the Vermont Air National Guard's F-35 mission in an effort to mitigate the noise. The jets are based at the Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport in South Burlington. The council agreed on the resolution Monday, a similar resolution to ones Burlington and Winooski passed in the past few months. ...

WILLISTON, Vt. (WCAX) - What started with a bar of soap is now a leader in manufacturing skincare products here in Vermont. Twincraft started in Winooski and began manufacturing skincare and natural deodorants in Essex eight years ago. In the now booming industry, the company now works with top brands like Native, Estée Lauder and Drunk Elephant. So when the Keurig Dr Pepper building in Williston opened up, the company jumped at the opportunity for a larger facility.

Looking for a one-of-a-kind dish on your next dine-out?. Tucked away in the charming town of Stowe, Vermont, Harrison’s Restaurant & Bar will offer you just that. This cozy spot has become a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike, serving up a menu that perfectly balances classic comfort food with creative twists.

SOUTH HERO, VT – The first state championship title of the 2024-25 school year, goes to Mount Abraham in the sport of BASS Fishing. The title would be claimed by Mt. Abe twins, Hailey and Isaiah Isham. They weren’t just the only group that would acquire more 21 pounds of fish, but they would do […]

McKee's Pub & Grill closed in August, but Winooski won't be without the watering hole at the top of the rotary for long. Lance McKee — who sold the business in 2023 as part of his "semiretirement" — is taking the reins once again and plans to reopen as McKee's Original by the end of October.