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WTSA NEWS FOR FRIDAY AUGUST 30th 2024
On Wednesday, health officials in Vermont issued a warning advising residents in specific towns to limit their outdoor activities during the evening hours to protect themselves from Eastern Equine Encephalitis OR TRIPLE E (EEE). This rare yet severe illness is transmitted by infected mosquitoes. Authorities recommend that individuals in high-risk areas, such as Alburgh, Burlington, Colchester, and Swanton, remain indoors as much as possible between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. Towns classified as moderate risk include Milton, Vergennes, Sudbury, and Whiting, while those deemed low risk are Cornwall, Grand Isle, Highgate, and Fairfield. This advisory follows the announcement from New Hampshire officials on Tuesday regarding the death of a man who had contracted the virus.
'We had a rough year'
Checking in with a Plainfield couple that suffered back-to-back years of major flood damage to their home. Plus, testing ramps up for a potentially deadly mosquito-borne virus, a new COVID booster vaccine will soon be available in Vermont, the Ben & Jerry’s Foundation says it mistakenly donated money to an anti-abortion group, a Vermont-based think tank describes its plans to dramatically increase the state population over the next 11 years, and the Department of Corrections pilots a new strategy to increase court attendance and reduce recidivism. And, in a slightly altered form, we bring back—the sports report.
Vermont union workers cry foul over immigration service center layoffs
Unionized workers in Vermont with the federal agency responsible for processing immigration and asylum paperwork claim they are being forced to turn their jobs over to nonunion labor. Members of the United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America said the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Center is laying off...
Help Develop the Strategies That Will Shape Southern Vermont’s Economic Future: CEDS Public Input Sessions Announced
Southern VT: Community volunteers, municipal leaders, business owners, and others are invited to attend a series of sessions to review and discuss the proposed 2024-2029 Southern Vermont Zone Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) that will take place around the region on September 25 and 26. Attendees will be asked for their feedback on the proposed objectives and strategies that will help shape the next 5 years of our region’s economic strategy.
After a string of violent crimes, Burlington residents are questioning the city's safety
Burlington residents are left with concerns and questions in the wake of a few weeks of violent crimes throughout the city. The fatal shooting of Teville Williams outside Red Square Aug. 24 was just one incident of gun-related violence in the Queen City in August. This is the first homicide in Burlington in 2024. While police so far is investigating the shooting as an isolated incident, it comes in a summer where the city has seen a...
Made in the Mountains Art Show
The Corner School Resource Center in Granville CSRC) finishes off a lively summer of programming with the opening of the second annual Made in the Mountains Art Show in the restored one-room schoolhouse on Post Office Hill Road in Granville on Sunday, September 1, from 4 to 6 p.m. The...
Montpelier homeowner makes energy efficiency upgrades with the Inflation Reduction Act
From left: Jack McCullough, mayor of Montpelier; John Snell, homeowner; state senator Anne Watson; and Ben Edgerly Walsh, Climate & Energy Program Director, VPIRG. Vermont Business Magazine State Senator Anne Watson and Montpelier Mayor Jack McCullough joined Montpelier resident John Snell and representatives of the Vermont Natural Resources Council and VPIRG Wednesday to celebrate the 2nd Anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) at Snell’s home in Montpelier. Joined by local media, they toured his home and the energy upgrades made to it that were made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act.
Winooski's Wicked Wings to Close
After 14 years in various locations, Wicked Wings will close this weekend. The final day for the casual restaurant and bar at 211 Main Street in Winooski will be Sunday, September 1 — or sooner if they run out of food, co-owner Collin Sourdiff told Seven Days on Friday morning.
Milton man overcomes disabilities to become a regular skateboarder in Burlington
BURLINGTON, Vt. — For the 11th year in a row, the annual "A_Dog Day" event will be held at the Andy "A_Dog" Williams skatepark at the Burlington waterfront. "A_Dog" Williams passed away in 2012, after a battle with leukemia. From 12 to 8 p.m., the "A_Dog" event will raise...
Police are investigating after theft at McDonald Farm Stand
DANVILLE, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont State Police are investigating a theft at the McDonald Farm Stand in Danville. They say earlier Friday evening, owners of the farm stand reported that a man had entered the stand and stolen the cashbox. Security footage captured this image of the individual. The suspect...
Man arrested in St. Johnsbury for possessing crack cocaine
St. Johnsbury, VT. – A 26-year-old man was arrested early Friday morning after troopers on patrol discovered he was in possession of crack cocaine. Devin Campbell-Reid was part of a group that officers found patrolling near Railroad Street and Portland Street. Police say that, during a consensual encounter with the group, they discovered Campbell-Reid was keeping possible cocaine on his person.
Gilmore and Locke Lead Vermont to Sweep at Vermont Invite
ST. ALBANS, Vt. – MegAnne Gilmore and William Locke each won their respective races to help Vermont sweep the Vermont Invitational. The Vermont women won their team competition with 27 points, while the men won with 23. RELATED LINKS. Results: Women's 5k | Men's 8k. COACH'S QUOTE. "Biggest thing...
Norwich University featured in College Football Hall of Fame Exhibit
"From the Gridiron to the Battlefield" features Cadet memorabilia alongside Army's Heisman winners, service uniform displays, and a tribute to Pat Tillman. The maroon and gold of the Norwich University Cadets is now part of the College Football Hall of Fame's new exhibit entitled "From the Gridiron to the Battlefield." This exhibit is featured as part of the hall of fame's 10th anniversary upgrades and the Norwich artifacts are displayed alongside those from the four other senior military colleges which play football, five U.S. service academies, and three U.S. maritime academies.
Vermont H.S. sports scores for Saturday, Aug. 31: See how your favorite team fared
The 2024 Vermont high school fall season has begun. See below for scores, schedules and game details (statistical leaders, game notes) from soccer, field hockey, volleyball, golf and cross-country running. To report scores: Coaches or team representatives are asked to report results ASAP after games by emailing sports@burlingtonfreepress.com. Please submit with a name/contact number. ...
Vergennes Opera House Opens 2024-2025 Season with the Vermont Premiere of the Film BROOKLYN 45
The Vergennes Opera House will be opening their 2024-2025 Season with the Vermont premiere screening of the movie Brooklyn 45 on Friday the 13 at 7:30pm. The film is a SHUDDER original released on the Shudder streaming service in 2023. The film features Vergennes resident and TV/screen/stage actor Jeremy Holm.
Vermont Brewery Celebrates 20 Years of Double IPA
STOWE, Vt. — Vermont's iconic hazy beer is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The Alchemist — located in Stowe — is celebrating 20 years of Heady Topper, its double IPA beer that has brought beer enthusiasts from far and wide. The brewery has been celebrating since last fall...
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