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Foul Balls, Fenway, and Fun: Norwich’s Next Generation Is up to Bat
Baseball, known widely as America’s favorite pastime, is a game of fine adjustments and failures. Even for professional athletes, getting a hit three times in ten tries is considered a success. Baseball is a sport where one truly has to love the game to stay in it; there can be frustrating and repetitive moments from the beginning to the end of a player’s career, but there are also plenty of rewards.
Vt. police find body in search for missing man who didn't show up to work
Officials searching for a Vermont man who had been missing for more than a week say they found a body in a reservoir this weekend, bringing an end to a search that began when the 59-year-old didn't show up to work. Vermont State Police, who had been investigating the disappearance...
South Burlington City Council revisits seat expansion talks
Since its incorporation in 1971, South Burlington has had a five-member city council. But the population of the city has since doubled, while the number of councilors has not changed. Read the story on VTDigger here: South Burlington City Council revisits seat expansion talks.
Vermont Field Hockey Names Senior Captains for 2024 Season
The Vermont field hockey team has announced its leadership group for the upcoming 2024 season, with seniors Sophia Drees, Meg Weyer, and Reggie Hillery appointed as captains. Drees has been a standout midfielder, having played all 53 games with a career-high of six goals and six assists in 2023. Weyer, recognized for her versatility, scored a career-high nine points last season and has made appearances in every game throughout her tenure. Hillery contributed solidly in offense and defense last year, and was honored with the 2024 Jeff Stone Memorial Award for community service.
Mountaineers place extra emphasis on player retention
Via Community News Service, a University of Vermont journalism internship, in collaboration with the Barre-Montpelier Times Argus. Though it may have ended earlier than they would have liked, the Montpelier Recreation Field faithful had plenty to get excited about during the 2024 New England Collegiate Baseball League season. Their hometown...
LAHS Local Artist Show runs through Oct. 7
LONDONDERRY, Vt. – The Londonderry Art and Historical Society’s annual local artist show is on display through Oct. 7. From watercolor to oil, prints to pastels, landscapes to line drawings, this exhibit showcases the talents of our area artists. All work is framed and available for purchase with 20% of the proceeds benefitting the Londonderry Arts and Historical Society. Support local artists, expand your collection of iconic Vermont scenes, or simply come enjoy the creativity this area inspires.
Second annual Rollin’ On the River
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Rollin’ on the River, a series of Saturday evening roller skating events put on by Springfield on the Move and SAPA TV, will take place again this year, on Sept. 7, 14, 21, and 28, at 100 River Street in Springfield. Entry is free to...
Home tour of the week: A $293,000 townhome with a lockable storage area and two bedrooms
This townhome in Essex Junction has two bedrooms and extra large kitchen. The living area has french doors that lead out to a back deck. HIGHLIGHTS: large closet, first floor half bath, $225 monthly HOA fee. Listed by Jill Richardson, RE/MAX North Professionals, Jeffersonville.
Keegan Bradley wins BMW Championship
DENVER (WCAX) - Woodstock native Keegan Bradley claimed his 7th career PGA Tour win, edging Ludvig Aberg of Sweden by one stroke to claim the BMW Championship at Castle Pines Golf Club in Colorado. Bradley earned the second and penultimate tournament of the FedEx Cup Playoffs in 50th place of...
You Can Quote Me: Aug. 25, 2024
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - On this “You Can Quote Me,” basketball in Barre to help flood victims. We’ll tell you about the pro-team heading to the Aud. Plus DNC recap. Our Calvin Cutler was there and joins us to talk about the parallels between now and 1968, whether there are divisions among Democrats and tells us about Vermont’s delegates.
WRECKERS: THE WATERFRONT DIVING CENTER GOES DEEP
A wetsuit-clad mannequin has stood on the corner of Maple and Battery Streets for decades, marking the spot of Burlington's Waterfront Diving Center. Located at the corner of Battery and Maple since 1991—three years after first opening one block north—the Diving Center is a hub of aquatic activity that for nearly 40 years has been inviting locals and visitors into a deeper relationship with Lake Champlain.
Help sought for barn-raising effort
OLMSTEDVILLE | Rodney and Loretta Galusha of Olmstedville are facing multiple serious hardships, and a friend of theirs is seeking help for the couple. The Galusha’s barn, which provides shelter for the Galusha’s 29 sheep and two cows, was virtually destroyed by the July 10 windstorm. Fortunately, all...
Sanders holding discussion events for Vermont seniors
ST. JOHNSBURY, Vt. (WCAX) - Sen. Bernie Sanders is talking to older Vermonters about what’s ailing them. It is an annual tradition giving people the chance to talk about issues they face and to come together to build community. Sanders will be at the St. Johnsbury House Tuesday at...
A year out of college, BryAnna Goslant of Danville mentors Lyndon Institute students for success
BryAnna Goslant was a first-generation college student who excelled in school, faced challenges, and came out on top. She’s a role model who now counsels a new generation of Northeast Kingdom students. Read the story on VTDigger here: A year out of college, BryAnna Goslant of Danville mentors Lyndon Institute students for success .
Salisbury man sentenced to 78 months in jail
RUTLAND — A Salisbury man has been sentenced to spend six and a half years in jail after pleading guilty to possessing a stolen gun. Scott Clark, 41, was sentenced on Aug. 21 by U.S. District Judge Mae D’Agostino to 78 months imprisonment to be followed by three years of supervised release, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Clark previously pleaded guilty to the charge on July 13, 2023.
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