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Daniel J. Galvis Charged With Embezzling Public Funds
Daniel J. Galvis, the former police chief for the Leyden Police Department, was indicted on two counts of larceny of a motor vehicle, 2 counts of larceny over $1,200, and 3 counts of violating the standards of conduct for public employees, the Northwestern District Attorney said. He was released on...
Amid empty storefronts, Brattleboro asks a statewide question: What’s the future of downtown?
“It does seem like we’re in a bit of a trough,” one developer says, “but I see good signs in terms of coming out of it.” Read the story on VTDigger here: Amid empty storefronts, Brattleboro asks a statewide question: What’s the future of downtown?.
Man who tried to break into Putney sugar house gets caught by owners
PUTNEY, Vt. — On Saturday night at around 10 p.m., state troopers from the Westminster Barracks said they received a call from the owners of Harlow's Sugar House in the town of Putney, Vermont, saying a man was actively trying to break into the building. According to VSP, the...
In Depth: Grants for projects creating 'Better Places'
MONTPELIER, Vt. — Leaders of grassroots community enhancement projects say Better Places, an economic development program that aims to boost the vibrancy of public spaces by supporting citizen-led projects, is delivering results for Vermonters. The program provides grants at a 2-for-1 match for crowdfunded donations. Current crowdfunding campaigns are...
Vt. man arrested in assault that seriously injured victim
BRATTLEBORO, Vt. (WCAX) - Police have arrested a Brattleboro man for a bloody assault that left the victim with serious injuries. Brattleboro officers were called to Main Street on April 11 at about 4:30 p.m. for a report of a man covered in blood. The victim was rushed to the...
Exploring North Adams' History At the Library
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. On Saturday, April 27, at 11:30 AM, the North Adams Public Library will host an event focusing on the history of North Adams. Led by local historian Gene Carlson and in collaboration with the North Adams Historical Society, attendees will have the opportunity to delve into the city's past.
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