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Advocates ask AG’s office to investigate ‘exclusionary’ Saugus admissions policy
A pair of advocacy groups on Wednesday asked Attorney General Andrea J. Campbell’s office to launch an investigation into the Saugus Public Schools’ admissions policy, which they claim excludes migrant students. The letter to Campbell’s office comes less than two weeks after the groups, Lawyers for Civil Rights...
Lilly Ware receives Lovell Health Career Award
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Springfield Hospital and Southern Vermont Area Health Education Center (AHEC) are pleased to announce Lilly Ware as the recipient of this year’s Dr. E. Sherburne Lovell Health Career Award. Ware is a resident of Westminster, Vt., and a 2024 graduate of Bellows Falls Union High School. The Lovell Award contributes $1,000 per year for four years toward a student’s academic pursuit of a career in healthcare, and is funded by the proceeds from the annual Springfield Hospital Apple Blossom event and community donations.
Londonderry discusses future of Williams Dam
LONDONDERRY, Vt. – The Londonderry Selectboard briefly reviewed the process to appoint a new town clerk to fill the vacancy of recently resigned Kelly Pajala at the Aug. 19 meeting, and largely discussed the future of the Williams Dam. Resident Chad Stoddard questioned the legitimacy of currently having two...
Village trustees hear update on 0 Bridge Street project proposal
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – At the Tuesday, Aug. 20, meeting of the Bellows Falls Trustees, town manager Scott Pickup and resident Jamey Berrick each took a moment to thank the Bellows Falls Police Department (BFPD) for a recent PSA on pedestrian safety in the downtown Bellows Falls area. Pickup...
WTSA NEWS FOR WEDNESDAY AUGUST 28th 2024
A Townshend man was arraigned in a Windham County courtroom yesterday for allegedly threatening a woman with a gun in her car. The incident occurred around 9:45 p.m. on Monday in Newfane. Vermont State Police received a report from the woman, who stated that a man pointed a handgun at her after approaching her vehicle on Route 30. Following her description, officers identified and arrested 35-year-old Matthew Poplawski at his residence without incident. He is currently held at Southern State Correctional Facility on a $1,000 bail.
The November election is coming up fast: Three things to consider in Vermont
On Nov. 5, Vermonters will head to the polls to help choose the next president, the state's top elected officials including governor and representatives to the U.S House and Senate. Voters selected major party candidates for the November general election during the Aug. 13 statewide primary. The primary's results were certified on Wednesday, Aug. 21, a day later than planned due to a hiccup with the election management system’s report-generation function, according to a press release...
Sanders holding discussion events for Vermont seniors
ST. JOHNSBURY, Vt. (WCAX) - Sen. Bernie Sanders is talking to older Vermonters about what’s ailing them. It is an annual tradition giving people the chance to talk about issues they face and to come together to build community. Sanders will be at the St. Johnsbury House Tuesday at...
Whistleblower's explosive lawsuit accuses Brockton superintendent of hiring cronies
BROCKTON — Christopher Correia, second-in-command for finance at Brockton Public Schools, has filed his long-awaited whistleblower lawsuit against the city. Correia's 13-page complaint makes serious allegations against the city, Superintendent Mike Thomas, Mayor Robert F. Sullivan and James Cobbs, the former acting superintendent. The lawsuit claims Correia suffered retaliation because he "brought forward complaints...
High School Huddle Camp Tour: Burr & Burton
MANCHESTER, VT – The Burr & Burton Bulldogs enter the 2024 season having lost their starting quarterback, but hoping to defend their Division I title. “Last year, the preseason rankings had us at like fourth. So, you know, we thought that was so disrespectful. And, I mean, we proved everyone wrong. We won it all,” […]
Two Jimmy Buffett Live Albums Were Recorded in Massachusetts
Jimmy Buffett recorded 32 studio albums, 14 live albums, and seven so-called sound board live albums over 61 years as a performer. Buffett recorded the sound board live performances directly from the sound board without further editing. The method has the feel and sound of a bootleg recording. Buffett recorded...
Northern Vermont: Labor Day Weekend Showers Could Affect Holiday Plans
Burlington, VT – Cooler temperatures and breezy conditions will affect Burlington today, setting the tone for the upcoming Labor Day weekend. Residents can expect a high of 74°F with gusty winds reaching up to 22 mph in some areas. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Burlington,...
Two plead innocent to separate murders
NEWPORT — On August 20 two men appeared remotely in the Criminal Division of Orleans County Superior Court to deny murder charges in two different killings. Brownswell Cedano, 29, currently incarcerated at the Federal Correctional Institution Schuylkill in Minersville, Pennsylvania, pled innocent to second-degree murder in the death of Richard Poginy in November 2019.
A mom wanted to help a Winooski, VT, nonprofit. Now they have a $100K from Lowes
A Winooski organization is receiving a $115,000 grant to make physical improvements to their space. Fight for Kids Foundation was awarded the grant by Lowe's as part of their Hometown Impact Program, intended to improve and revitalize communities across the country. Fight for Kids was started by "King" James McMillian in 2009, who became invested in underrepresented youth and their safety, according to foundation volunteer Julie Lappin. The organization has grown. It provides after-school services, homework...
Public hearing for upcoming round of CPA projects in Deerfield
DEERFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Deerfield Community Preservation Committee is seeking community input on town needs for open space, historical preservation, recreation, and housing as they develop a plan for the coming fiscal year’s Community Preservation Act projects and funding. Community members and those interested in...
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