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Stiff-arms to wins: Highlights of Ilona Maher's rugby play at the Paris Olympics
Vermont's own Ilona Maher, the world's most followed rugby player on Instagram, is taking over another Olympic Games. Three years after her social-media presence exploded on TikTok at the Tokyo Summer Games, the 27-year-old Maher has been one of the biggest stars in Paris since opening ceremonies. From her stiff-arms on the rugby...
Ingalls Joins Incoming Class for Softball
The VTSU Johnson Softball team announces the addition of Myah Ingalls to the team roster for their 2024-25 season. The infield/outfield double threat from Craftsbury, VT was a driving force in securing a winning record for the Lake Region Union High School Rangers during their 2024 campaign, in which they saw a season-high six game winning streak earn their spot at the Vermont State Division 2 tournament.
Dozens of Lyndon homes isolated after flash flooding
LYNDON, Vt. — Heavy rains brought serious destruction to the Northeast Kingdom, as cars were submerged and moved; houses were ripped from their foundations after more than eight inches of rain in a six-hour period Monday night into Tuesday. “Our bridge collapsed but is still connected and the roads...
Vermont man purposefully crossed median, drove into oncoming traffic on I-89, police say
WILLISTON, Vt. — A Vermont man purposefully drove into oncoming traffic on a busy roadway in Williston on Tuesday, according to police. Vermont State Police cited 55-year-old James Welles of Middlebury for negligent operation after they initially received a report of a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 89 in Williston.
A divided Green Mountain Care Board approves new UVM Medical Center surgical center — with restrictions
A 3-2 decision by the powerful Vermont health care regulator imposed a slate of conditions on how the facility can operate, including a cap on the prices of surgeries. Read the story on VTDigger here: A divided Green Mountain Care Board approves new UVM Medical Center surgical center — with restrictions.
Worcester police seek help to locate missing teen
WORCESTER — The Worcester Police Department is requesting the help of the community to locate 17-year-old Sean LeBlanc Peterson, who was last seen on Saturday. Peterson is described as 6 feet 1 inch tall, with brown eyes and glasses framed in black. He was last observed wearing a black...
Gary An Invested as Green and Gold Professor
In a formal ceremony held July 29, 2024, at the University of Vermont’s Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine, Professor of Surgery Gary An, M.D., was invested as the inaugural holder of the Department of Surgery’s Green and Gold Professorship of Trauma and Critical Care. Dr. An is also Vice Chair of Surgical Research at the College.
Phoenix Books ready for move onto Church Street, despite public safety concerns
BURLINGTON, Vt. — A staple downtown Burlington business is moving out soon. Phoenix Books will be leaving its location on Bank Street next month after 12 years. However, they aren't going far. They'll be relocating onto Church Street, in the former home of the high-end lifestyle store Slate. “We’re...
For Brattleboro Little Leaguers, a title, and a near miss, in state tournaments
-For me, tournament season for Brattleboro Little League baseball is always the fun part of the summer. Watching the latest crop of Brattleboro-area players take the stage, come together as a team, and experience the highs and lows that come with playing high-stakes baseball in July is always compelling. Then...
West River Valley Mutual Aid stands down, for now
NEWFANE-After going strong for over four years, West River Valley Mutual Aid (WRVMA) recently announced in a post on Front Porch Forum that it will close its portal, citing a decline in demand over the past six months. "It is with great joy that we announce our group's disbandment!" co-leader...
Senator Welch, COTS, and Evernorth celebrate grand opening of housing facility
Burlington, VT- Senator Peter Welch joined non-profits COTS and Evernorth downtown Monday morning at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Main Street Family Housing. The new Main Street building will provide 16 affordable apartments to families experiencing homelessness. The building was built on previously unused property owned by COTS, and now serves as an extension of the Main Street Family Shelter.
Town of Morgan battered by flooding, road washouts
MORGAN, Vt. (WCAX) - The small Orleans County town of Morgan was hit hard by flash flooding and washouts Monday night. “I got up and realized it was roaring outside,” said Maria Cargill, who says she woke up to the sounds of her neighbors yelling for help. At least...
Treasurer’s Office pays record numberof unclaimed property claims
In fiscal year 2024, the Vermont State Treasurer’s Office processed a record 19,010 individual unclaimed property claims, returning $5.8 million to Vermonters. It is the highest number of claims the office has ever paid in a single year. The state also received $18.14 million in unclaimed property for the fiscal year—the most collected in two […]
The Primary: Your opportunityto shape the ballot
This year’s August primary may not seem as exciting as some in the past, such as 2022 with open Congressional and U.S. Senate seats, but it is nonetheless important to vote. On the ballot will be nominees for all statewide offices, including governor and lieutenant governor, as well as state senate and state representative. This […]
New 3% tax on short-term rentals begins, Aug. 1
Staff report Starting on Aug. 1, 2024, a 3% tax on short-term rental bookings in Vermont will be added. This tax applies to all short-term rentals and is in addition to the state’s existing 9% rooms and meals tax and any 1% local tax option, meaning hosts and guests will now see a combined tax […]
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott provides updates on flash flood recovery efforts
BERLIN, Vt. — Gov. Phil Scott and other key state leaders are holding a media availability on Wednesday morning to provide residents with updates following this week's unexpected flash flooding. Many communities in the Northeast Kingdom, including Lyndonville and St. Johnsbury, are still reeling from devastating flooding that landed...
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