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Vt. troopers stop wrong-way driver on Interstate 89
COLCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) - Police say on Tuesday they stopped another wrong-way driver in Vermont-- this time on Interstate 89. Vermont State Police say that at about 10:30 p.m., they got multiple reports of a car headed south in the northbound lane of I-89 near Exit 16 in Colchester. Troopers...
Firefighters share concerns over proposed OSHA safety regulation changes
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont fire officials say the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, is putting stress on fire departments statewide. It comes after the federal agency proposed sweeping changes to departments nationwide, changing what they call “emergency response standards” for firefighters. Bristol Fire Chief Brett...
Colchester’s Wendy Critchlow runs for Vermont House: Talks education, climate change
COLCHESTER — Colchester resident Wendy Critchlow is running as a Democrat for Vermont House in the Chittenden-19 district in the upcoming November election. Critchlow is running on a platform focused on bettering public schools’ educational offerings as well as their funding system, addressing climate change, prioritizing fiscal responsibility and affordability, and fostering a more civil and collaborative Statehouse across party lines.
Employees’ union files workforce safety complaint over excessive heat at Springfield prison
Prison staff were hospitalized after experiencing heat stroke symptoms, the union’s leader said. Read the story on VTDigger here: Employees’ union files workforce safety complaint over excessive heat at Springfield prison.
St. Albans clears out homeless camp after raft of complaints
Via Community News Service, a University of Vermont journalism internship. City employees in St. Albans broke up a homeless encampment throughout May, displacing several people in hopes of cutting down on crimes that officials tied directly to the camp. Tent City, as the encampment was known, sat tucked in a...
New York State Says NO To Gas Powered Mowers, Blowers
As July begins, summer in New York State is well underway and the grass and weeds are growing. A blast of heavy rain to start the weekend, followed by a sunny and warm week, is going to keep landscapers and homeowners busy. But in various parks and public places across...
Swanton teen faces multiple charges after high-speed chase, crash
RICHFORD — A 19-year-old from Swanton was arrested late Sunday night after leading Vermont State Police on a high-speed chase that ended in a collision with a parked car in Berkshire. Camden Learned is facing charges including DUI, attempting to elude, negligent operation, criminal DLS, and disorderly conduct following...
Burger Bar in Colchester catches flame June 30
COLCHESTER — The Burger Bar in Colchester experienced a structure fire yesterday evening, shutting down a lane of traffic on Vermont Route 15 and College Parkway for some time. The fire took place in the kitchen while Burger Bar was closed, according to a Facebook post from the business....
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