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Concerns about Short Term Rental ordinance linger
At its June 24 meeting, the Warren Planning Commission continued to hear feedback on a draft version of an ordinance that would require Short Term Rental (STR) owners to register with the town and comply with a series of safety standards. ----------------------------------- A handful of STR owners told commissioners that...
RRMC sole Vermont hospital named Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care
VermontBiz Improving quality of care for birthing people has been a laser focus for Rutland Regional Medical Center’s (RRMC) Women and Children’s Unit and Birthing Center. This past January, the steady work to improve maternal health outcomes paid off when the hospital was formally named a Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care—the only hospital in Vermont to receive this distinction. This award is for exceptional care demonstrated through specific measurable outcomes at facilities that meaningfully differentiate the delivery of care.
Vermont Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals to go on strike in July, union confirms
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Nurses at the University of Vermont Medical Center will officially go on strike later this month, according to a union representative authorized to speak on the matter. Top video: See previous coverage. A representative for the Vermont Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals told NBC5 that...
Vermont to go ‘Fourth’ with a long weekend of pyrotechnics and parades
More than 40 cities and towns are advertising free public Independence Day festivities that stretch through Saturday. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont to go ‘Fourth’ with a long weekend of pyrotechnics and parades.
Vermont Green FC player opens soccer goods store
SHELBURNE, Vt. — Even with the booming popularity of Vermont Green F.C., soccer merchandise is hard to come by. Jacob Labovitz found that out when he moved to Vermont earlier this year. The former USL1 star quickly realized Chittenden County was lacking a local soccer store. "I had to...
Independence Day celebration in Montpelier a reminder of our freedom and flood anniversary
MONTPELIER, Vt. — Independence Day festivities were underway throughout the day into the evening in Montpelier. This year, the capital city isn't just celebrating the holiday. Wednesday's events were a reminder for the community of some of the most impactful changes since last July. Though it's been a tough...
Plymouth police report arrests, investigations for week of June 24
PLYMOUTH — Plymouth police responded to 532 calls for service and made five arrests during the week of June 24-30, according to the department’s activity report. On June 24, officers arrested a 28-year-old for domestic violence, criminal threatening, and violating a protective order. A 42-year-old was also arrested...
Alumni of Brandon High School celebrate teacher Mary Force
BRANDON—We all had at least one teacher who made a difference in our lives, who understood us when no one else seemed to, who guided us when others gave up, who provided encouragement when we most needed it, who got more from us than we thought we could give, or who gave us the tough love we needed to pull ourselves together.
Burning rubber: Brandon’s Joey Scarborough racks up wins at local racetracks
BRANDON—Joey Scarborough was driving racecars years before he even had a license to drive himself to school. At 14, he used a booster to give him the extra height he needed in the seat, but he was racing and gaining the experience—“seat time,” he calls it—that has allowed him to rack up wins at all the local tracks. Now 27, he’s had a great start to his 2024 season: a win at Devil’s Bowl in West Haven, a win at Airborne Park in Plattsburgh, and two wins at Malta in Ballston Spa. And we’ve barely even cracked July.
Montpelier welcomes back crowds for July 3 celebrations
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - July third celebrations are underway in Montpelier. Festivities Wednesday include a Family Fun Fest on the Statehouse lawn along with food trucks and music. The Montpelier Mile Road race kicks off at 6 p.m. and will be followed by the city’s Community Parade. The events...
Police look for driver who allegedly injured teen cyclist in West Rutland, VT
WEST RUTLAND, Vt. — The Vermont State Police is looking for a driver who allegedly injured a teen bicyclist earlier this week in West Rutland. State Police said the incident happened on Monday around 6:30 p.m. at the intersection of Main Street and Ross Street. Troopers were notified of...
Brandon’s Independence Day Parade to Feature Vermont’s 40th Army Band
Saturday, July 6 at 10 a.m. – BRANDON – Celebrate Independence Day in Brandon with free events all day on Saturday, July 6. There will be a parade, contests, children’s activities, beer garden, auctions, street dance, fireworks and much more. One of the parade highlights this year will be the 40th Army Band from the Vermont National Guard. About 20 members of the band will be attending and proudly marching along the parade route. The 40th Army Band was originally started in 1907.
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