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Vermont athletes set for Paris Olympics
Runner Elle Purrier St. Pierre, rugby player Ilona Maher and rower William Bender will represent the U.S. Vermonters are famous for skiing and snowboarding off with Winter Olympic medals. But three athletes with Green Mountain State ties are aiming to sprint, grand slam or speed their way into Summer Games history.
Looking back on the history of Vermont Olympians ahead of the 2024 Paris Games
PARIS, IDF — Making it to the Olympics is a feeling unlike any other for an athlete. Norwich's Billy Bender is one of three Vermont natives competing in this year's Olympic Games, but the Green Mountain State's history of summer success began more than a century ago with several athletes you may not know about.
After 87 years serving youth, Sara Holbrook Community Center suspends programming
“After a deep assessment of our financial picture, the board had no other choice but to move forward with this difficult decision,” said a statement from the center. Read the story on VTDigger here: After 87 years serving youth, Sara Holbrook Community Center suspends programming.
How New Farms for New Americans is moving forward after another flood at the Intervale Center
Earlier this month, many Vermont farmers found themselves in a familiar position, devastated by floodwaters, and some of them for the second or third time in a year. And growers who depend on their land for food security are now in an even more precarious position. That includes those involved...
Route 17 crash in Bristol leaves victim in hospital with life-threatening injuries
STARKSBORO, Vt. — Vermont State Police responded to a single vehicle, motorcycle crash on Route 17 in the town of Starksboro around 4:15 p.m. On scene, they discovered that 26-year-old Jordan Pike of Bristol, had rounded a corner heading east and struck the guardrail. Investigators said Pike was thrown...
Westmont's Christiana Gordon makes D1 commitment to University of Vermont
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — On Tuesday, Westmont Hilltop’s Christiana Gordon committed to playing Division I basketball, announcing on social media that she’ll continue her career at the University of Vermont. Gordon says she received multiple D1 offers but ultimately decided to join the Catamounts. The incoming...
Burlington woman turns herself in for January gunfire incident
Burlington, VT- A Burlington woman is facing criminal charges after turning herself into police in relation to a gunfire incident in January. Police say Aziana Holder, 22, appeared in court on July 17. She was released on conditions after being arraigned for aggravated assault and reckless endangerment. The original incident...
UVM Health Network is rolling out an AI tool to reduce doctor burnout
For months, dozens of family doctors across the University of Vermont Health Network have been using an artificial intelligence tool to help with writing notes. It’s a time-intensive process that takes hours each day and can lead to burnout. Now, the health network is offering the software, called Abridge,...
VT Community Loan Fund lends $2.13 million in 2nd quarter 2024
VCLF Financing Helps Nonprofit Wren’s Nest Forest Preschool Complete its Forever ‘Nest’. Vermont Business Magazine Snapshots of Wren’s Nest Forest Preschool students illustrate the wonder of childhood discovery in nature. A young girl on a forest trail collects autumn leaves into a bouquet. Students gather to investigate a pond’s intricate ecosystem; a fallen tree inspires inquiry.
Bowman Consulting Group Installs Public EV Charging
Bowman Consulting Group Ltd., a national engineering services firm, finished the installation and activation of its first company-owned, stand-alone electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The charging stations are located at its office in Burlington, Vermont, and the two EV ChargePoint stations are now available for public, client, corporate fleet and...
Flood recovery centers opening this week in Barre and 3 towns
Barre City, Plainfield, Lyndonville and Hinesburg will have “one-stop shop” resource centers available this week for those looking for help navigating recovery after this month’s flooding. They will be open to all state residents. Read the story on VTDigger here: Flood recovery centers opening this week in Barre and 3 towns.
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