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With road repair materials in demand, Vermont turns to local producers
Hinesburg’s flooding damage was significant, washing out a number of roads. Its partnership with a local gravel company saved time and worry. Read the story on VTDigger here: With road repair materials in demand, Vermont turns to local producers.
ANR: Flood recovery work in Vermont rivers and streams
A small stream off the Plainfield Brook Road in Barre turned into a raging, debris-filled river. VermontBiz photo. Vermont Business Magazine In the days and weeks after a flood event, work within rivers and streams may be necessary to protect communities, homes, and businesses, and to repair Vermont’s infrastructure.
Officials warn against excess dredging during flood recovery
Dredging can be helpful in some situations, but is not a ‘sustainable approach’ to widespread flood recovery now that storms are becoming more frequent and stronger, according to the Agency of Natural Resources. Read the story on VTDigger here: Officials warn against excess dredging during flood recovery.
Underground Workshop: Vermont State Youth Council is a platform for young voices
Members of the Vermont State Youth Council gather in December 2022 at the Vermont History Museum in Montpelier. Photo courtesy of UP for Learning. Rose Howell of Burlington High School and Anna Hoppe of the University of Vermont are working with the Underground Workshop, a network of student journalists partnering with Community News Service.
Underground Workshop: Outright Vermont staff finds motivation in community and hope
Outright Vermont provides support to queer/LGBTQ+ youth from around the state. Photo courtesy of Outright Vermont. Rose Howell is a student at Burlington High School working with the Underground Workshop, a network of student journalists partnering with Community News Service. “The world can be pretty crappy … so what we...
Burlington police seek three persons of interest following assault, robbery
BURLINGTON, Vt. — The Burlington Police Department is asking the public to help them identify three persons of interest in an active investigation reported to them last month. Police said they are investigating an assault and robbery that happened on Main Street on the morning of June 22. Investigators...
Owners of Erica's American Diner reflect on last decade ahead of beloved diner's closing
FAIRFAX, Vt. — A popular Fairfax restaurant is closing its doors for good on Friday. Erica's American Diner broke the news to customers on social media, earlier this month, with the post garnering nearly 800 shares. Inside Erica's, you can hear the sizzle of stove tops, the smell of...
Vermont Olympian Ilona Maher is a role model for female athletes
In a joking manner, Michael Maher warned her daughter that she'd better practice before throwing out the first pitch prior to a San Diego Padres home game last month. "I just know that a lot of celebrities have made fools of themselves at first-pitch events. I also know she’s perfectly capable of throwing a ball from outfield to home plate," Michael Maher said.
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