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3-day tattoo convention leaves its mark in Burlington
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Tattoo artists from all over gathered in Burlington over the weekend to show off their skills at one of Vermont’s new tattoo conventions. Artists fired up their tattoo guns and got their ink ready. “That energy in a building with all these artists that may...
Mountaineers even Governor’s Cup series with big comeback
On a beautiful baseball evening across the state, the Upper Valley Nighthawks hosted the Vermont Mountaineers in the sixth installment of this season’s Governor’s Cup series. Despite trailing 5-0 early, the Mountaineer scored 10 unanswered runs to win the game 10-5 and even the series at three games each.
Rising Movie Star from Schenectady to Appear at Crossgates Tuesday Night
He's in a new movie starring Nick Jonas, be one of the first to see it!. Rising star and Schenectady local, Mason Cufari, will make a special appearance at Regal Crossgates Mall on Tuesday night at 7 for the premiere of 'The Good Half.' The movie stars Nick Jonas as Renn Wheeland, with Mason Cufari from Schenectady playing young Renn alongside Elisabeth Shue. "The Good Half" tells a poignant and captivating story of Renn's journey through life, grief, and relationships. Mason's performance as young Renn adds depth and emotion, showcasing his remarkable talent.
Rare Fungus That Kills Tens of thousand Of Trees Now In New York
A fungus that was first found in Wisconsin is now threatening trees in New York State. The New York State DEC wants New Yorkers to check on oak trees. "Be on the lookout for oak wilt throughout NYS! Have you checked your oak trees recently? Now is a great time to look for signs of oak wilt, a non-native fungus," the DEC stated on social media.
The Most Deadly Prison Riot In America Happened In New York
New York State has the notorious distinction of being the home of the deadliest prison riot in U.S. history. The 53rd anniversary of the tragedy is coming up in about a month and a half. The Attica Prison Riot, also known as the Attica Prison Rebellion, began on September 9, and ended on September 13, 1971, at the Attica Correctional Facility in Attica, New York. Attica is located at 639 Exchange Street in Wyoming County.
The Farm Aid Concert Returns To Saratoga Springs New York This September
Willie Nelson, Neil Young and John Mellencamp organized the first Farm Aid concert in 1985 to raise awareness about the loss of family farms and to raise funds to keep farm families on the land. In 2013 Farm Aid came to Saratoga Springs, New York for the first time and in 2024 it returns.
North Bennington lake closed after child drowns
A lake in North Bennington is closed all week, after a child drowned there. The 9-year-old child drowned in Lake Paran on Friday morning. When police arrived, they found that child underwater and unresponsive. The child was rushed to a nearby hospital, and sadly did not survive. The lake will...
State ag agency seeks information from flood-affected farms
Many of these Vermonters, still not fully recovered from last year’s crisis, are once again facing uncertainty and trauma,” the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets said in a statement. Read the story on VTDigger here: State ag agency seeks information from flood-affected farms.
Home tour of the week: A $550,000 home in Colchester with a wood burning fireplace
This home in Colchester sits on a single floor and has a kitchen with updated cabinetry and and bar seating for six. The primary suite has a walk-in closet and 3/4 bathroom. HIGHLIGHTS: wood burning fireplace, stainless steel appliances. Listed by The Malley Group, KW Vermont.
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