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Westmont's Christiana Gordon makes D1 commitment to University of Vermont
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — On Tuesday, Westmont Hilltop’s Christiana Gordon committed to playing Division I basketball, announcing on social media that she’ll continue her career at the University of Vermont. Gordon says she received multiple D1 offers but ultimately decided to join the Catamounts. The incoming...
Mountain bike festival unveils exciting activities and events
Friday, July 26—ASCUTNEY—The premier mountain bike festival returns this weekend to Ascutney, offering an array of activities including bike demos, guided rides, skills clinics, live music, and more. This year’s event promises a mix of new and revamped trails for all skill levels, ensuring every participant can explore something new. E-bike enthusiasts are invited to join specialized rides, with options to bring their own e-bikes or demo one from vendors at the festival. Family rides will also be available each day, welcoming riders under 14 who are accompanied by a guardian or chaperone.
Wildlife Watch: Dead Creek interpretive trail now open
ADDISON, Vt. (WCAX) - A new interpretive trail has opened at the Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area in Addison. After at least three years of planning, the Department of Fish and Wildlife has opened a new interpretive trail that offers more than just interesting facts but also provides visitors with suggestions to help wildlife conservation in their own backyards.
After 13 months, state says it’s begun sending $15 million to child care providers
The Children’s Center of the Upper Valley in Lebanon is one of several centers that participated in a state-funded business coaching program that came with a $25,000 grant. Department of Health and Human Services Commissioner Lori Weaver said the department began issuing checks to providers Wednesday. (Courtesy) Child care...
2024 Statewide Housing Conference Keynote Speaker: Heather McGhee
The 2024 Statewide Housing Conference Planning Committee is thrilled to announce Heather McGhee as this year’s conference keynote speaker. The conference will be held on Thursday November 14th in South Burlington. Heather is an author, national political contributor, educator, and public policy leader. For nearly two decades, Heather helped...
North Country woman killed in two-car crash in Grand Isle
Grand Isle, VT- A two-car crash is under investigation in Grand Isle after a North Country woman died from her injuries Tuesday night. Police say a Toyota Yaris driven by Shantel Lafountain, 26, from Champlain, NY, rear-ended a Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by a man from Clark, NJ. Both drivers were brought to UVM Medical Center for treatment, and Lafountain died at the hospital. The New Jersey man suffered minor injuries.
Assault case of Franklin County Sheriff John Grismore ends in mistrial
After more than five hours of deliberations Wednesday night at the end of a three-day trial, the jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict. Read the story on VTDigger here: Assault case of Franklin County Sheriff John Grismore ends in mistrial.
Rosie’s Girls, Vermont Works for Women’s trades exploration summer camp, returns to Barre and Essex
Vermont Business Magazine Sparks and sawdust are flying as Vermont Works for Women runs two weeks of its popular Rosie’s Girls camp in Barre and Essex this summer. Vermont Works for Women created Rosie’s Girls in 2000 as a way to encourage girls and gender-expansive youth to explore non-traditional fields for their gender, such as STEM and the skilled trades, in a safe, fun, and empowering summer camp setting. Campers gain hands-on experience in fields like construction and welding, use power tools, and learn life skills to support their growth and career journeys. Camps are run by Vermont Works for Women staff and many partners around the state each summer.
Weekly mountain bike group rides
Wednesday nights from 2-5 p.m. on Lower Rabbit Hole at Killington Resort June 19-Aug. 21. Run by the Killington Mountain Bike Club. After party from 5-7 p.m. at various Killington restaurants. Individuals may enter a single race for $20. Day-of registration will take place at the start gate. Killington resort lift pass required.
Inflation, $2,000 camps are creating a summer crisis for working parents: 'It is complete chaos'
The math seemed impossible, but numbers don’t lie — it was less expensive for Julie Kelley to send her 9-year-old son to seven different summer camps in three states than to enroll him in one full-time program in Vermont, where they live. Summer vacation lasts 10 weeks for...
Police charge three in Kayla Wright murder
NEWPORT — The man police say shot and killed Kayla Wright, a 29-year-old Derby woman, last February is scheduled to be arraigned on a charge of first-degree murder on July 30. Two other men have already pled innocent to charges of helping to dispose of Ms. Wright’s body by placing it in a toolbox and throwing into the Missisquoi River.
Waterbury Center State Park reopens – but the beach needs time to recover
Less than two weeks after the latest flood filled the Waterbury Reservoir to its brim, Waterbury Center State Park has reopened for visitors – but the beach area and swimming are still off-limits. Vermont State Parks announced the reopening on Monday with the condition that the public steer clear...
Franconia Rink project secures $475,000 in federal funding for year-round attraction
Seven years ago, on an unseasonably warm February day, Jennifer Opalinski and her family were ice skating at the Boston Common Frog Pond when she had had an epiphany on how to possibly address a winter-recreation issue in her hometown. Like many North County communities, Franconia has an outdoor ice...
Online survey to document flood impact on forest-based industry
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermonters now have a new way to report the impacts of flooding online. The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation has launched a flood impact survey with the goal of understanding the impact on Vermont’s forest economy. Forest businesses and landowners impacted by flooding...
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