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Ben & Jerry's in Burlington handing out free samples, giveaways as part of Non-Dairy Tour
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Ben & Jerry's in downtown Burlington is holding a special event on Wednesday, and attendees can get themselves some free items just by stopping in. The scoop shop on Church Street is part of the company's Non-Dairy Tour, with giveaways and free samples to promote the brand's new oat-milk-based non-dairy ice cream.
Celebrate women’s suffrage with a hike up Mount Inez
WESTPORT — Champlain Area Trails, an accredited land trust, invites the public to celebrate the 104th anniversary of women’s suffrage in New York by hiking Mount Inez on Sunday, Aug. 18. Named after Inez Milholland, an iconic leader in the women’s suffrage movement, the hike is a way...
For this Plattsburgh author, the ADK family book fest is interactive and unique
This Saturday is the third annual Adirondack Family Book Festival in Lake Placid. It celebrates local children’s book authors and illustrators and features other award-winning writers from around the country. The event is from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the John Brown Farm. There will be crafts and...
Colchester-Milton Rotary sees nearly 50 donors through August blood drive
COLCHESTER — The Colchester-Milton Rotary, in collaboration with the American Red Cross, saw 43 donors at its Aug. 13 blood drive, at Our Lady of Grace Church in Colchester. Forty-one donors gave whole blood and two gave platelets, also known as power red — with the power red donations counting for two units, or roughly two pints, each — altogether contributing 45 units yesterday. Each unit has the potential to save three lives.
Ongoing Flood Recovery, Business Support, and Key Economic Initiatives
By Joan Goldstein, Commissioner of the Department of Economic Development. Following July's devastating floods, we once again find ourselves facing the immense challenge of rebuilding in communities across our state. With over 300 businesses reporting damage to 211, the Emergency Board has approved $7 million for rapid relief via the Business Emergency Gap Assistance Program (BEGAP).
New Hampshire man sentenced for stealing money from elderly Vermont woman
BURLINGTON, Vt. — A New Hampshire man will spend six months in prison after he admitted to stealing from an elderly Vermont woman. A federal judge sentenced 42-year-old Nicholas Melanson of Manchester on Tuesday after he pleaded guilty to interstate transportation of a stolen check. According to prosecutors, Melanson...
Lieutenant governor candidates eye their party's nomination for the general election
MONTPELIER, Vt. — One of the more competitive races in this major party primary is expected to be for the Vermont Lieutenant Governor's Office, with two candidates from each major party eyeing the seat. The four candidates come from very different backgrounds. Two have combined decades of experience in...
Vt. advocates call for green cards for Afghans who helped the US as evacuations continue overseas
This week marks three years since the Taliban captured Kabul and the U.S.-backed government fell in Afghanistan. In the aftermath, anyone associated with the former Afghan government faces threats to their safety. Under Taliban rule, women's rights to education, work, freedom of movement and representation are also incredibly restricted. According...
Judge rejects motion to delay trial of man accused of killing Fern Feather
A judge on Wednesday rejected a prosecutor’s request to further delay the trial of the 45-year-old man charged with the 2022 killing of Fern Feather, a transgender woman from Hinesburg. The trial is set to begin in October. Lamoille County State’s Attorney Aliena Gerhard asked Judge Mary Morrissey to...
Volunteers wanted for Essex Junction Lions Club's food booth at Champlain Valley Fair
ESSEX JUNCTION — The Essex Junction Lions Club is searching for volunteers to cover their food booth at the Champlain Valley Fair from Aug. 23-Sept. 1. Positions include grill and fry cooks, food prep and counter order takers. All funds raised go directly to community needs. Free fair admission...
Vermont looks to build new women’s prison in Essex, prompting protests
Vermont has identified two potential sites for a new women’s correctional facility — both on state-owned land in the town of Essex. That’s to replace the Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility in South Burlington, which was built in the 1970s and has millions of dollars in deferred maintenance. The facility houses about 100 women who have been detained or sentenced.
Lyndonville woman recognized for significant weight loss by TOPS Club
LYNDONVILLE — Sharon Walker of Lyndonville has been named the 2023 Vermont Queen by TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), a nonprofit weight-loss support organization. Walker lost 38.4 pounds, earning her the top honor in the state. Walker was recognized on May 4 at the Vermont recognition event...
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