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Phil Scott taps Washington, DC, health care administrator to lead Department of Vermont Health Access
DaShawn Groves, who has held multiple health care roles in the District of Columbia, will take over the department that administers Vermont Medicaid. Read the story on VTDigger here: Phil Scott taps Washington, DC, health care administrator to lead Department of Vermont Health Access.
New York State Fair using reverse ATMs
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — We’ve got an important reminder for fairgoers…it’s cashless. That includes parking. The cash flow at the fair is low and now you know. “We have our reverse ATMS here at the main gate. We have two of them. What people can do is with the minimum of $10 cash, they can put their money in,” said Julie LaFave, New York State Fair Director.
New Hampshire man accused of smashing lanterns with hammer at Portsmouth synagogue
PORTSMOUTH (WGME) -- A New Hampshire man is now facing enforcement actions filed against him for violating the Civil Rights Act in the state. Thirty-one-year-old Kevin O'Leary allegedly used a hammer to smash two lanterns at Temple Israel in Portsmouth in April. According to the attorney general, O'Leary could be...
NH Hospital shooter bought gun in Barrington by concealing hospital commitment
The man who fatally shot security officer Bradley Haas in the New Hampshire Hospital lobby in November was prohibited under federal law from purchasing a gun because he had been committed to a psychiatric facility in 2016. Mental health concerns also led the police to confiscate guns he had at the time. But John Madore, 33, told the Barrington gun dealer who sold him the pistol he used to kill Haas that he’d never had such a...
Vermont State Police provide update in search for missing Bennington man
WHITINGHAM, Vt. — Vermont State Police were notified on Aug. 23 that two fishermen had located a kayak that was believed to belong to 59-year-old Matthew Houskeeper, of Bennington.Houskeeper was reported missing on Aug. 14,2024. His abandoned vehicle was found on Tunnel Street by the Sherman Reservoir in Whitingham on Aug. 16.
Springfield police arrest Alabama man in kidnapping case
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Police Department detectives, led by Captain Trent Duda, apprehended 31-year-old Raul Arellano at RSW Regional Jail in Front Royal, Virginia, on Tuesday at about 10:45 a.m. on a kidnapping charge stemming from a Springfield incident. The arrest followed the July 28 report of a missing 13-year-old...
Burlington police ask public for help identifying violent groups of young people
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Police say groups of young people-- many carrying guns-- are looking for trouble in downtown Burlington. They’re asking the public for help identifying the suspects and solving a string of recent crimes. Burlington police on Friday released a series of videos of the incidents from...
US Postal Service fails to meet promises for Montpelier post office
This article is part of a story exchange between VTDigger and The Bridge. If you live in Vermont’s state capital, you still cannot buy stamps or ship a package with the U.S. Postal Service. Despite the agency’s promises of a fully-functional Montpelier post office “before the summer months,” and...
Syracuse man killed in Valley Plaza found peace in fishing and art, siblings say
Syracuse, N.Y. – Matthew Freeman started fishing as a kid. He learned from his grandfather alongside his siblings, but he was the only one who found a passion for it. Matthew, 25, told his siblings that fishing brought him the peace he craved, his younger brother Jaidyn Freeman said.
Police investigating suspicious car fire in Rochester
ROCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) - Police are investigating a suspicious car fire in the town of Rochester. Around 2 a.m. Saturday, Rochester firefighters were called to South Main Street for a car fully engulfed in flames. It was parked in the driveway of 398 South Main Street awaiting repairs. The investigation...
Early Goal Downs Marshall Women’s Soccer
HANOVER, N.H. - Marshall outshot and out-possessed Dartmouth Friday evening for the final 88 minutes of the match, but a 2nd minute goal for the hosts ended up being enough to see out a 1-0 victory. The Herd had 13 shots total, seven on target, in comparison to the eight...
Keene School District introduces new leadership for the 2024-2025 academic year
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The Keene School District has unveiled key changes to its administrative team for the upcoming school year, with three new leaders stepping into pivotal roles aimed at enhancing student services, curriculum development, and community education. Kate Adams has been appointed as the Director of Student...
Custom Automatic Door Installation Solves Hotel Budget Constraints
A hotel in Londonderry, New Hampshire, faced budget constraints and was looking for a creative solution to upgrade their entrance from manual swing doors to an automatic sliding door without the costs associated with demoing and reframing the openings. Door Control, Inc., a part of Door Services Corporation, provided a solution with a custom installation.
Very Local's 'My Perfect Day' brings dreams to life for deserving people
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A new show is launching Thursday on Very Local. "My Perfect Day" surprises deserving people with a perfect day tailored just for them. It is hosted by Woman's Day editor-in-chief Meaghan Murphy. The show brings dreams to life and gives the gift of surprises and new...
Rainey's Superb Saves and Lappin's Late Goal Lift UNH to 1-1 Tie at Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Sally Rainey (West Lebanon, N.H.) made nine saves and Delaney Lappin (Corbin City, N.J.) scored a goal in the 86th minute to lead the University of New Hampshire women's soccer team to Thursday night's 1-1 tie against the University of Louisville at Dr. Mark and Cindy Lynn Stadium.
Men’s and Women’s Hockey Individual Game Tickets On Sale Now
DURHAM, N.H. – University of New Hampshire men's and women's hockey individual game tickets are on sale now for the 2024-25 season. The schedule is highlighted by each team hosting White Out The Whitt versus arch-rival Maine in the Border Battle presented by Buffalo Wild Wings. The men's team will clash with the Black Bears on Friday, Nov. 22, while the women's team will play Maine on Friday, Jan. 3.
Keene State College aims for strong finish in 2024 field hockey season
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – In a preseason poll conducted by the Little East Conference (LEC) coaches, Keene State College’s field hockey team has been predicted to secure the second spot in the upcoming 2024 season. The Owls, who concluded last season with a 13-9 overall record and a 5-1 mark in conference play, garnered 29 points, including one first-place vote.
Arrest made in Burlington homicide investigation
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Burlington police say one person is dead and the suspect arrested after a shooting on Church Street, early Saturday morning. According to police the shooting happened at approximately 12:28 a.m. outside of Red Square on Church St. Police say they arrested 22-year-old Aaliyah Johnson, of South...
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