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Annual event shares stories, successes and honors Vermonters lost to the opioid crisis
“We are all people and we all deserve love and respect and compassion,” said Martina Anderson, a social justice advocate and harm reductionist who wants to see stigma erased “because stigma still kills people.” Read the story on VTDigger here: Annual event shares stories, successes and honors Vermonters lost to the opioid crisis.
Health officials say EEE risk high in some areas
VERMONT — Health officials are strongly recommending people in towns at high risk for Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) avoid spending time outdoors as much as possible between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. to avoid mosquitoes that could carry the virus. If going outdoors, taking steps to prevent mosquito bites is essential, officials said.
Ivy Enoch: Why SNAP must be protected for future generations
As we celebrate and reflect on how SNAP has served so many in the last 60 years, we can’t ignore the unfortunate truth that SNAP is under threat. Read the story on VTDigger here: Ivy Enoch: Why SNAP must be protected for future generations.
WTSA NEWS FOR FRIDAY AUGUST 30th 2024
On Wednesday, health officials in Vermont issued a warning advising residents in specific towns to limit their outdoor activities during the evening hours to protect themselves from Eastern Equine Encephalitis OR TRIPLE E (EEE). This rare yet severe illness is transmitted by infected mosquitoes. Authorities recommend that individuals in high-risk areas, such as Alburgh, Burlington, Colchester, and Swanton, remain indoors as much as possible between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. Towns classified as moderate risk include Milton, Vergennes, Sudbury, and Whiting, while those deemed low risk are Cornwall, Grand Isle, Highgate, and Fairfield. This advisory follows the announcement from New Hampshire officials on Tuesday regarding the death of a man who had contracted the virus.
'We had a rough year'
Checking in with a Plainfield couple that suffered back-to-back years of major flood damage to their home. Plus, testing ramps up for a potentially deadly mosquito-borne virus, a new COVID booster vaccine will soon be available in Vermont, the Ben & Jerry’s Foundation says it mistakenly donated money to an anti-abortion group, a Vermont-based think tank describes its plans to dramatically increase the state population over the next 11 years, and the Department of Corrections pilots a new strategy to increase court attendance and reduce recidivism. And, in a slightly altered form, we bring back—the sports report.
Opioid Overdose Prevention Day, every day
Alliance for Positive Health provides free Narcan kits and training to groups, or programs or communities in Essex and Clinton County. — PLATTSBURGH | Opioid Overdose Prevention Day, Aug. 28 brought people together at MHAB Life Skills Campus for a summer cookout. Amid easy conversation on a warm afternoon, they dedicated a new memorial for remembrance.
Montpelier homeowner makes energy efficiency upgrades with the Inflation Reduction Act
From left: Jack McCullough, mayor of Montpelier; John Snell, homeowner; state senator Anne Watson; and Ben Edgerly Walsh, Climate & Energy Program Director, VPIRG. Vermont Business Magazine State Senator Anne Watson and Montpelier Mayor Jack McCullough joined Montpelier resident John Snell and representatives of the Vermont Natural Resources Council and VPIRG Wednesday to celebrate the 2nd Anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) at Snell’s home in Montpelier. Joined by local media, they toured his home and the energy upgrades made to it that were made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act.
Winooski's Wicked Wings to Close
After 14 years in various locations, Wicked Wings will close this weekend. The final day for the casual restaurant and bar at 211 Main Street in Winooski will be Sunday, September 1 — or sooner if they run out of food, co-owner Collin Sourdiff told Seven Days on Friday morning.
After a string of violent crimes, Burlington residents are questioning the city's safety
Burlington residents are left with concerns and questions in the wake of a few weeks of violent crimes throughout the city. The fatal shooting of Teville Williams outside Red Square Aug. 24 was just one incident of gun-related violence in the Queen City in August. This is the first homicide in Burlington in 2024. While police so far is investigating the shooting as an isolated incident, it comes in a summer where the city has seen a...
Malletts Bay Sewer installation makes progress, Department of Public Works says
COLCHESTER — The Malletts Bay Sewer project is advancing on schedule, public works director Norm Baldwin told the selectboard Tuesday night. Baldwin and others in the department have been overseeing the execution of the Malletts Bay Sewer installation, with the construction itself being handled by a series of contractors.
Study will gauge feasibility for ten-mile path
In September, an engineering study to assess the feasibility of a multi-use path linking Warren to Moretown along VT 100 will begin. A newly formed advisory committee for the proposed project will also start meeting next week. Mad River Path (MRP) executive director Misha Golfman provided a project update to...
Guilford man jailed for alleged assault
Guilford man arrested for alleged assault, strangulation in Townshend. A Guilford man will spend the Labor Day holiday weekend at Southern State Correctional in Springfield without bail after being arrested on assault charges. Randy Jacobs, 47, is accused of attacking, strangling and restraining someone at their home on Shirley Circle...
Death investigation at Brattleboro home
An investigator for the Vermont Department of Health is helping authorities look into a death in Brattleboro. Someone was found dead Saturday morning at a home on Birge Street. Their name has not been released, nor have any specifics on precisely when and where they were discovered. However, the Brattleboro Police Department says their family has been notified.
SUNY Cobleskill Women's Cross Country Wins 2024 NVU-Castleton Invitational
Castleton, Vt.: The SUNY Cobleskill women's cross country team opened their 2024 season with a strong showing by posting a team score of 20 points to outdistance a four-team field at the Northern Vermont University-Castleton Invitational hosted by the Spartans on the University's home course on Saturday August 31. The...
Gilmore and Locke Lead Vermont to Sweep at Vermont Invite
ST. ALBANS, Vt. – MegAnne Gilmore and William Locke each won their respective races to help Vermont sweep the Vermont Invitational. The Vermont women won their team competition with 27 points, while the men won with 23. RELATED LINKS. Results: Women's 5k | Men's 8k. COACH'S QUOTE. "Biggest thing...
Waitsfield hears pitch for 20 dwelling units on town gravel pit land
Aron and Cory Shea, of Shea Property Services and Vermont Signature Homes, pitched the Waitsfield Select Board this week on a plan to build 20 dwelling units on town-owned land that abuts the town gravel pit. The select board will hold a site view in the coming weeks to review...
Norwich University featured in College Football Hall of Fame Exhibit
"From the Gridiron to the Battlefield" features Cadet memorabilia alongside Army's Heisman winners, service uniform displays, and a tribute to Pat Tillman. The maroon and gold of the Norwich University Cadets is now part of the College Football Hall of Fame's new exhibit entitled "From the Gridiron to the Battlefield." This exhibit is featured as part of the hall of fame's 10th anniversary upgrades and the Norwich artifacts are displayed alongside those from the four other senior military colleges which play football, five U.S. service academies, and three U.S. maritime academies.
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