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UConn women’s soccer team ties their home opener versus Vermont
STORRS — The UConn Huskies women’s soccer team hosted the Vermont Catamounts in their home opener on Saturday night, hoping to start the 2024 season with a win. UConn wasn’t to do that as they tied Vermont 2-2 at Joseph J. Morrone Stadium.
Effort to make more Vermont trails accessible to all
CAMBRIDGE, Vt. (WCAX) - A Vermont organization is working to make connecting with nature more accessible. The Vermont Land Trust has been working on a series of projects to make it easier for people with disabilities to access their network of trails. Crews at the Brewster Uplands are laying down...
Facing short staff, South Burlington schools to offer more money to bus drivers
The new agreement eliminates the yearly 15-step salary model that the district had outlined for fiscal year 2025. Starting wages are now equivalent to what drivers would have been making at the highest step in the previous salary model. Read the story on VTDigger here: Facing short staff, South Burlington schools to offer more money to bus drivers.
Vermont Public Theater and Shakespeare in the Woods present "Twelfth Night"
Vermont Public Theater will be presenting an outdoor free presentation of Shakespeare in the Woods production of “Twelfth Night” at Merchants Park in Downtown Bennington, Vermont. The night is a Fundraiser for Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless. The family friendly production of “Twelfth Night” will be performed...
From flood plain to food forest
BRATTLEBORO-In 2011, Tropical Storm Irene changed the landscape of Vermont, including turning a house lot at 805 Western Ave. into a flooded, vacant, unbuildable space bordering Whetstone Brook. Now, Edible Brattleboro is changing that piece of the landscape yet again, partnering with the town to create a public "food forest"...
Drug cartels are the root of Brattleboro’s crisis
BRATTLEBORO-I commend all those who attended the recent Selectboard meetings to address the plight of Brattleboro's downtown. And kudos to Susan Bellville for pointing out that Brattleboro cannot "ticket" its way out of an increasingly desperate situation by only addressing the symptoms of a deepening crisis of crime and addiction in our community. Nor will blaming public officials, our police force, or society at large stem this rising tide.
Pittsfield man injured in UTV rollover crash
PITTSFIELD — A man was injured in a UTV rollover crash on private property in Pittsfield on Aug. 16 at approximately 1:38 p.m., according to New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers. Richard Bousquet, 66, of Pittsfield, was operating the UTV at 121 Barnstead Road when he attempted a...
Bennington Battle Day weekend wraps up
BENNINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Bennington is wrapping up festivities for its Battle Day weekend. The parade on Saturday started just after noon, marching down Main Street. According to organizers, this is the Revolutionary War’s longest continuously celebrated battle. After events all week long, the celebration culminated at 2 p.m....
High School Huddle Camp Tour: Colchester Lakers
COLCHESTER, VT – The Colchester Lakers football team lost to North Country in the championship last fall. The Lakers hope to use their experience from 2023 to have another deep playoff run this season. “For us it boils down to a couple really simple things, we have to stay...
Home tour of the week: a cute ranch home in Colchester priced at $525,000
This ranch-style home in Colchester has a open concept living room with a fireplace and kitchen with natural wood cabinetry. There is also hardwood flooring throughout the home. Bedrooms: 3. Price: $525,000. HIGHLIGHTS: 0.74 acres of land, deeded lake access, mooring rights. Listed by Jessica Laffal, Element Real Estate.
Man accused of attempted murder in Burlington assault
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A Winooski man faces a charge of attempted murder after an alleged assault in Burlington. Police were called to Battery Park for a report of an assault at about 8 a.m. Monday. The victim was sent to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police identified the suspect...
SUNY Plattsburgh Enhances Student Experience with Outdoor Spaces, Dining Upgrades
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. – SUNY Plattsburgh is introducing a variety of enhancements this fall aimed at closing gaps in the student experience. Vice President for Enrollment and Student Success Karen McGrath is leading efforts to create inviting outdoor spaces, improve mental health resources, and upgrade campus dining. This fall, students...
Vermont joins federal antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster
Forty states and commonwealths are plaintiffs in the case alleging that the company holds an illegal monopoly of the live entertainment market. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont joins federal antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
Vermont Sports Betting Continues Downward Trend In July
Vermont sports betting operators reported yet another disappointing handle for the month of July, as the summer drought of NFL, college football, and NBA action continues to impact the Green Mountain State. Vermont sports betting continues lackluster streak after operators accepted just under $9.5 million in bets in July. According...
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