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Dry and breezy Friday with some sun for Memorial Day weekend
Today we can expect broken clouds with temperatures warming up into the low to middle 70’s for the high with a cold front moving through that will bring some breezy conditions to our region. For your Memorial Day weekend, expect to see mostly sunny skies with clouds moving in...
This Place in History: Texaco Beach
“We’re on the Burlington waterfront a little bit north of downtown,” Mike Hoey said. “Steve, you pointed out a past industrial use of the Burlington Waterfront last time, that being the lumber industry. Now, Texaco Beach is that way — a little bit north of us — so that, by itself, should give us a good indication that we’re talking about another industrial use.”
Jo Dee Messina sets off on New England tour
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - She’s scored nine number-one hits and sixteen top 40 songs on the Billboard charts. Jo Dee Messina is now on her “Heads Carolina, Tails California Tour,” and that tour is bringing her to the Northeast. Part of the reason for the New England...
Planners still hashing out details of I-89 exit in South Burlington
The Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission is working with VHB, a Massachusetts-based engineering and consulting firm, to define the scope of the issues at Interstate 89 Exit 14 in South Burlington. Their scoping study should lead to a final report next spring. In a community feedback session Wednesday evening at...
Vermont Green FC settle for draw in home opener
The Vermont Green FC controlled play throughout their sold out home opener against Pathfinder FC. Yaniv Bazini scored off a corner kick in the first half, but Pathfinder found the equalizer late in the match to force a draw. Green FC next host Black Rock on Tuesday night.
Burlington police officer assaulted during investigation, officials say
BURLINGTON, Vt. — A Burlington police officer was assaulted while attempting to take a suspect into custody, department officials said. A Burlington Police Department officer was on patrol Monday afternoon near the Fletcher Free Library when he noticed a vehicle that he believed to be stolen. When the officer...
Police seek South Burlington bike theft biter
SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - South Burlington Police are asking for help from the public in identifying a bike theft suspect who assaulted the owner. It happened around 1 pm on Tuesday. Police responded to Hadley Road for a report of an attempted bike theft. They say that when the bike’s owner tried to stop the theft, the female suspect fought and bit them.
Colchester police investigating string of suspicious brush fires
COLCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) - Police in Colchester are investigating a string of suspicious brush fires that they believe are connected. Crews responded to the first report around 3:30 p.m. Monday on Bay Road. Police say they took several more calls about other brush fires along parts of Route 2 and...
New ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ trailer whets appetite for September release
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The new “Beetlejuice” sequel won’t hit theaters until September but you can now get a glimpse of the trailer online. “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” was shot in the town of Corinth last summer, as was the original in 1988. It features returning stars like...
Home tour of the week: A spacious home by the lake in Colchester priced at $625,000
This home in Colchester includes a spacious two car garage and a handy first floor laundry room. The property also has a four season porch and spacious backyard. Bathrooms: 3 (2 full, 1 half) Price: $625,000. Square Feet: 2,144. HIGHLIGHTS: four season porch, breakfast bar, lake and mooring access. Listed...
Thousands compete in Vermont City Marathon
BURLINGTON, Vt. — On Sunday, thousands of people competed in the annual Vermont City Marathon. While there was a new course this year, there was no shortage of fans to cheer on racers. "The crowds were awesome," said Joanna Frotier, first-place Vermonter in the VCM. "The course is really...
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