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Council Finance Committee considers how Supreme Court ruling affects housing locally
City councilors discussed the increasing burden to the budget of the welfare department as the affordable housing crisis continues and deepens the needs of community members without a place to live. At a meeting of the council subcommittee on finance, councilors learned that changes to the city’s welfare guidance may...
Landslides and slurries have damaged homes, roads and driveways after this month’s flood
“It's just stunning — it’s stunning how one 24-hour event can cause this amount of damage,” said Ben DeJong, the state geologist. Read the story on VTDigger here: Landslides and slurries have damaged homes, roads and driveways after this month’s flood.
At a quiet Craftsbury pond, rowers become Olympians
Six Green Racing Project team members will make history for their Craftsbury-based program as they compete in rowing and sculling at the Paris Olympics starting Saturday. Read the story on VTDigger here: At a quiet Craftsbury pond, rowers become Olympians.
Essex Experience to build workforce housing for the first time
ESSEX TOWN — The Essex Experience is exploring a new venture. Amid a housing shortage across the Green Mountain State, the retail, restaurant and recreation complex in Essex Town is now adding apartments to its lineup of offerings. Essex Experience owner Peter Edelmann founded the complex back in 1995,...
Burgess takes the title at Lake Champlain
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — Everything about Mark Burgess’ strategy for the Mercury B.A.S.S. Nation Qualifier at Lake Champlain presented by Lowrance was high risk, but the risk was well worth the reward as the Massachusetts angler claimed the victory with a three-day total of 62 pounds, 1 ounce. A...
Man faces multiple drug trafficking charges in Waterbury
WATERBURY — Vermont authorities arrested a Massachusetts man on Thursday afternoon following a lengthy investigation into illegal drug distribution in Washington County. Rafael Santos, 37, from Springfield, was taken into custody by the Vermont Drug Task Force in collaboration with the Vermont State Police Berlin Barracks at 1159 Ripley Road.
Rockingham Old House awards open Aug. 3
ROCKINGHAM, Vt. – Kicking off the Aug. 3-4 Old Home Days and the Meeting House Pilgrimage weekend, nominations are open for Rockingham Old House Awards 2024. “Inaugurated by the Bellows Falls Historical Society 27 years ago, the Rockingham Historic Preservation Commission carries the baton to celebrate with property owners their ongoing restoration and renewal of historic homes and commercial buildings,” said John Leppman, Rockingham Historic Preservation Commission chair. The awards program is sponsored by the commission.
From the Colchester-Milton Rotary: Save a life this summer, at Aug. 13 blood drive
Team up with the Rotary Club of Colchester-Milton and the American Red Cross to save a life!. To make an appointment to donate, go to redcrossblood.org and fill in the sponsor code, CMROTARY or use this link:. Hosting a blood drive coincides with Rotary’s core values of giving back to...
Harris tops Trump by 6 points in New Hampshire polling
Vice President Harris leads former President Trump by 6 points in New Hampshire ahead of their expected November match-up, two separate surveys found. According to a poll released Thursday by the University of New Hampshire’s Survey Center, Harris, who announced her candidacy just this week after President Biden bowed out of the race Sunday, is…
Maine Woman Stars in Summer Long Taylor Swift Tribute Concert in New Hampshire
If you're a big Taylor Swift fan and have been hoping to see her in concert, you probably haven't had a lot of luck. But there is a place in New Hampshire where you can see a performance from a woman who is a dead ringer for Swift in appearance, singing voice, and choreography.
New Hampshire’s Rooftop at The Envio Adds Deb Weeks in Leadership Role and Jesse Souza as Executive Chef
Rooftop at The Envio, Portsmouth’s premier rooftop bar and restaurant, announces the addition of Deb Weeks in a leadership role and Chef Jesse Souza as Executive Chef. Deb and Chef Jesse have introduced an all new social and shareable menu, as well as an over-the-top cocktail menu. Deb Weeks...
Names to Know: Meet the Seacoast business professionals receiving recognition
James Day joins Northwestern Mutual PORTSMOUTH — James Day has joined leading financial security company Northwestern Mutual – Portsmouth, N.H. as financial representative, effective May 31, 2024. In his new...
Chamber Golf tournament & Clambake, new businesses opening: Seacoast business news
TOUR Golf & Grill unveils family-friendly mini-golf on large patio PORTSMOUTH – TOUR Golf & Grill, located at 581 Lafayette Road, announced the addition of a family-friendly mini-golf course on their expansive patio. This new feature is open to the public and offers a fun, engaging activity for guests of all ages. ...
Federal labor department finds local restaurant violated rules on tips, overtime
A U.S. Department of Labor investigation found Tito’s Taqueria owed more than $62,000 in back wages and withheld tips to 126 employees across three locations in Keene, Brattleboro and Greenfield, Mass. The counter service restaurant that sells burritos and tacos has paid $124,000 in an administrative settlement with labor...
Council approves additional trash can purchase program
LACONIA — City residents who’d like to purchase extra cans for trash and recycling will soon be able to do so. City councilors approved a resolution to create a program for residents to purchase extra trash and recycling cans through the public works department at their meeting on Monday night.
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