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National Weather Service issues dire flash-flood emergency after storms unleash 2 months' worth of rain in just 6 hours: 'Homes have been washed away'
Northeast Vermont was hard hit by flooding in July, close to the first anniversary of historic flooding that struck in the summer of 2023. The most recent round of torrential rain delivered two months' worth of moisture in six hours and prompted a dire warning from the National Weather Service, reported The Washington Post.
Members of LGBTQ+ community disappointed over Jarren Duran's remarks
WORCESTER, Mass. – For seven seasons, Matt Gonzalez has helped manage the Worcester branch of OutLoud Sports, a nationwide queer and allied recreational sports league. After seeing the video of Red Sox star Jarren Duran calling a fan a homophobic slur, Gonzalez said sadly, it's nothing new. "I'm very...
Oshinskie Named NECBL Top Reliever of the Year
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. – Brown's Ryan Oshinskie has been recognized for his outstanding summer on the mound. The rising sophomore has been named the New England Collegiate Baseball League's Joe Nathan Top Reliever of the Year after a strong summer with the Bristol Blues. Spending the summer pitching in...
Windham County Sheriff's Office investigates bank robbery in Putney, VT
PUTNEY, Vt. — The Windham County Sheriff's Office is investigating a bank robbery that happened on Wednesday morning in Putney. The sheriff's office was notified of the robbery just after 9 a.m. at the M&T Bank on Main Street. Deputies arrived at the bank within four minutes of the...
David Zuckerman, John Rodgers win Vermont’s lieutenant governor primaries
Zuckerman, the current lieutenant governor, defeated Thomas Renner in the Democratic primary. Rodgers, a former Democratic state legislator, beat Gregory Thayer in the Republican race. Read the story on VTDigger here: David Zuckerman, John Rodgers win Vermont’s lieutenant governor primaries.
Bernie Sanders, 82, eyes his legacy beyond a Tuesday win in Vermont
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) finds himself in a familiar position Tuesday — on the Vermont ballot — and vying for another term of elected office as he’s done for more than four decades. Sanders is running unopposed in the 2024 primary with no challengers from the Democratic or independent side, setting himself up for a […]
Allegations do not have to be true to ruin your life
LINDA HECKER is professor emerita at Landmark College, where she spent 32 years of her 50-year teaching career. GUILFORD-It's been three years since a Voices essay in this paper turned my life upside down and made me an outcast in our community. Follow-up articles in the local press amplified my disgrace by quoting false allegations about me without attempting to verify them.
Inclusive art workshop opens exhibit to children, families
WEST BRATTLEBORO-As the culmination of Inclusive Arts Vermont's "Cycles" exhibit, featuring work by 25 Vermont artists with disabilities, All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church will host two interactive workshops on Saturday, Aug. 17, at 1 and 2:30 p.m. Admission is free to the inclusive event, suitable for adults and children alike....
Healey Told to Vacate as Massachusetts State House to Close
The Massachusetts State House is closing, forcing employees and elected officials including Governor Maura Healey to find somewhere else to earn their keep. The historic gold-domed state capitol building that sits high atop Beacon Hill in Boston was damaged in a two-alarm fire on July 18, 2023 and must close for repairs. That will happen this month.
A look inside Doherty High: Worcester's most expensive school is ready for new students
WORCESTER ― "I didn't think it could get better than South High School, but this is a beautiful school," Mayor Joseph M. Petty said Tuesday afternoon inside the new Doherty Memorial High School. The Worcester Public Schools hosted a tour of the facility for members of the media to showcase Worcester's newest school, which is set to open for students on Aug. 26. ...
EMS: New sedative causes dangerous trend in overdoses around Worcester
“Narcan’s the thing that’s going to save everybody's life.With this kind of pretty rapidly changing landscape, harm reduction is our primary concern.”. A local first responder is warning about a new drug, mostly seen combined with fentanyl, that is contributing to a dangerous trend in opioid-related overdoses in the Worcester area.
Haitian national accused of raping 15-year-old girl at migrant shelter arrested by ICE in Brockton
A Haitian migrant accused of raping a teen girl in a Rockland migrant shelter in March was arrested in Brockton on Tuesday by immigration authorities after previously being released on $500 bond in June.
Burlington repeat offender faces judge
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A Burlington repeat offender was back in court Wednesday. Patrick Ibbotson, 37, was arrested four times in three days for violating conditions of release. Burlington Police say they arrested him again on Tuesday on the same charges. Officers say they found Ibbotson in the Marketplace Parking Garage with an alcoholic beverage, a violation of his release conditions. They say after jogging away to evade officers, he was arrested for violating conditions, unlawful trespassing, resisting arrest, and disorderly conduct.
Crews resume search for missing swimmer in Mad River
WARREN, Vt. (WCAX) - Search and recovery efforts continue Wednesday for a New Jersey man believed to have drowned in the Mad River last week. Authorities say Tuan Baldino, 35, of Paramus, N.J. was at Warren Falls with friends Saturday when he slipped while trying to cross the river. He never resurfaced.
Middlebury Institute Posts Strongest Showing Yet at Cyber Competitions
If there were a cybersecurity attack, how would you respond?. Three teams of Middlebury Institute students rose to this challenge during three different Cyber 9/12 Strategy Challenges, with two reaching the semifinals. “Cyber strategy and cyber tools are shaping international relations and security. As a security professional, understanding this relationship...
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