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Elderly driver pleads for help finding missing service dog
Law enforcement and community members have been searching for Pup in the area of the CVPH ER as his owner emotionally pleaded for his dog’s safe return Tuesday afternoon. — PLATTSBURGH | A Cadyville man is hoping the community will help reunite him with his missing service dog.
Mountain Lake Journal | July 26, 2024 | Preview
This week: A push for a Statewide ban on cell phones in the classroom, we’ll hear from parents, teachers, and students, and ask North Country assemblyman Billy Jones if lawmakers should weigh in on that, and about the latest prison closures. Also, a memorial to migrants goes up near the northern border where several have lost their lives in the past year.
East Coast Watercross returns to Lake Champlain
PLATTSBURGH | Get ready to make a splash. East Coast Watercross is back and bringing high-octane excitement to Plattsburgh City Beach on Aug. 3 and 4. Gather your crew, pack your sunscreen and head over to Plattsburgh City Beach to witness the wildest rides and the fiercest competition on the water.
Peru woman charged as major drug trafficker in Clinton Co.
PLATTSBURGH | With a number of indictments now pending against her, a Peru woman has been charged with operating as a major drug trafficker behind the sale of more than $75,000 worth of drugs in just six months. Clinton County District Attorney Andrew Wylie announced the two new indictments against...
Suspect in Burlington mugging arrested; police trying to ID others
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A South Burlington man faces aggravated assault charges connected to a violent mugging in Burlington last week, and police are still looking for two other possible suspects. Burlington police say Hassan Jafar, 21, was among several individuals who assaulted two people on Main Street early Friday...
Police investigating death of man found floating in Lake Champlain
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Burlington Police confirmed that a body was found in Lake Champlain over the weekend, but the death is not being considered suspicious. Police said they received a call on Sunday morning reporting a body floating in the water. Officers and Coast Guard officials were able to...
Montpelier man arrested in South Burlington following chase, hostage situation
Police said Shannon Edwards stole a truck and then held an elderly woman hostage in her home at knifepoint, resulting in injuries to the woman and two police officers. Read the story on VTDigger here: Montpelier man arrested in South Burlington following chase, hostage situation.
Milton police log: July 12-18
US Route 7 South - 9:32 p.m. While on patrol, Officer Flynn made contact with a suspicious vehicle at a local business after hours. The operator advised they were looking at cars with their child, but would head home. Saturday, July 13:. River St.-5:12 a.m. Officer Flynn was dispatched to...
PCB test results jeopardize North Country Union High School’s upcoming school year
An expedited $5 million mitigation project is underway, but district leaders fear the expensive project won’t sufficiently address the problem. Read the story on VTDigger here: PCB test results jeopardize North Country Union High School’s upcoming school year.
Former Parks & Woolson building fate uncertain
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – In a joint effort between the Springfield Regional Development Corporation (SRDC) and the Mount Ascutney Regional Commission (MARC), an environmental assessment effort has been ongoing at 33 Park Street, the historic site of the former Parks & Woolson Machine Company, manufacturer of textile finishing equipment. Originally...
Town of Essex Selectboard discusses new restaurant, pedestrian crossing
ESSEX TOWN — Ideas for a new pedestrian crossing, a potential tree nursery and a new restaurant came up at the July 15 Town of Essex Selectboard meeting. Along with selecting partner CRO Planning & Design for their Keystone Trail Connectivity Project, the selectboard turned to other matters for updating the Town.
Nurses’ union agrees to new contract with UVM Medical Center
Burlington, VT – The Vermont Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals has voted to ratify a new three-year contract with UVM Medical Center. The contract includes a 23% wage increase for nurses over the next three years. “The changes in this new contract will further improve our already strong...
Introducing Norm Baldwin, Colchester’s new director of public works
COLCHESTER — Bringing 33 years of prior experience as engineer and public works division director in the adjacent City of Burlington, a new local leader has landed in Colchester’s midst. Meet Norm Baldwin: the Town of Colchester’s new director of public works. Baldwin began his tenure with...
Library Board Treasurer Resigns – Offer Made to Hire New Director- Special Meeting Video
Below is the video from the most recent meeting: first half and second half. There’s a LOT going on with the Pawlet Library Board these days so let’s see if I can sum it all up:. Library Board member and Treasurer Kathryn Lawrence submitted her resignation to Board...
Schuyler Falls Field Day and Parade coming Aug. 3
The Bootleg Band plays from 6 to 9 p.m. as part of the town’s Music in the Park series with fireworks capping off the day’s events at about 9:15 p.m. — SCHUYLER FALLS | The Town of Schuyler Falls is bringing fun for the whole family with a parade and field day Saturday, Aug. 3.
Enosburg resident arrested on warrant after Berkshire disturbance
BERKSHIRE — A 40-year-old Enosburg resident was arrested on an active warrant following a disturbance on Route 105 on July 22. Sidney Pecor was apprehended by Troopers from the St. Albans Barracks after they responded to the incident around 7:57 p.m. Pecor, identified as the individual involved in the disturbance, was found to have an outstanding arrest warrant.
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