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One man killed in boating incident at Lake Tarleton
Piermont, NH- A drowning is under investigation after one man died at a lake in Grafton County. Police say the incident happened on July 5 around 9:30 a.m. on Lake Tarleton in Piermont. Two men were fishing when their canoe capsized. Investigators say they had life jackets in the boat, but neither was wearing one at the time.
Ferrisburgh woman faces multiple charges after family fight
FERRISBURGH — On the morning of July 7, Vermont State Police arrested a 30-year-old Barre woman, Maria Trudeau, on several charges including DUI, aggravated domestic assault, and obstruction of emergency services after an incident at a local campground. According to authorities, troopers were called to the scene at Basin...
Barre senior’s residence catches fire, no injuries reported
BARRE — A fire broke out at the home of an 81-year-old resident early Thursday morning, with emergency services responding to the incident. At around 7:30 a.m., the Barre Fire Department was called to a structure fire at 113 Hill St. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered smoke and flames emanating from the garage area of Coralee Walters’ home.
Former VT gubernatorial candidate Kevin Hoyt arrested
The third-place finisher in Vermont’s last two elections for governor has pleaded not guilty to intentionally violating an anti-stalking order, according to the Bennington Banner. The newspaper reports that the Fair Haven Police arrested Kevin Hoyt, 52, on Route 22A on July 4 after getting an anonymous tip. He’s...
Peacham man charged after driving into a crowded street before local parade
Peacham, VT- A man is facing charges after driving a vehicle through a crowded street while parade preparations were underway. The incident happened around 9:00 a.m. yesterday morning on the Macks Mountain Road and Church Street area. Officers claim they responded after receiving complaints about a vehicle operated by Robert Bender, 53, from Peacham.
Vermont State Police search for missing Sutton man
SUTTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont state police are searching for a missing Sutton man. Police say they received a report that 40-year-old Eric Hackett of Sutton had not returned home Friday evening. They say he was last seen at his work on Darling Hill Rd. in Burke around 3p.m. Hackett...
Haverhill police seek help identifying individuals in low-quality photos
HAVERHILL — The Haverhill Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying several individuals and the owner of a vehicle captured in low-resolution images, police said Tuesday. The department has released pictures and is urging anyone who recognizes themselves or others, or knows who owns the vehicle...
Man cited for violation of release conditions in Williamstown
WILLIAMSTOWN — Vermont State Police responded to reports of a disturbance late Friday night, leading to the citation of a local man for violating his conditions of release. Authorities arrived at the scene shortly before midnight on July 5, where they discovered Hunter Larabee, 23, allegedly causing a commotion.
Brookfield police seek help identifying persons of interest in investigation
BROOKFIELD — The Brookfield Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying several individuals related to an ongoing criminal investigation. Authorities have released images of the persons of interest and urge anyone with information to come forward. Officer Bailey of the Brookfield Police Department is handling...
Newport arrested for aggravated domestic assault, faces multiple charges
NEWPORT — Montpelier Police Department arrested a man on multiple charges including aggravated domestic assault after responding to a physical altercation on July 4. At 11:16 a.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of Main Street and Stone Cutter’s Way where Russell Dowland, 56, of Newport, allegedly struck his domestic partner with a hard object and engaged in a fight with others at the scene.
Man escapes injury in July 4 rollover crash in Barnet
BARNET — A single-vehicle rollover crash occurred early Thursday morning on Old Silo Road, leaving a Hummer H3 with significant damage but the driver unharmed. At about 6:03 a.m., Vermont State Police responded to the scene of the accident. Jared Bradley, 43, of Concord, was driving his 2006 Hummer...
Peacham man cited for disorderly conduct during parade preparations
PEACHAM — State Police arrested a local man for disorderly conduct and reckless endangerment after he drove recklessly through a crowded area during parade preparations on July 4. Robert Bender, 53, of Peacham, was cited after witnesses reported that he maneuvered his vehicle around a stopped car, traffic cones,...
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