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State officials unleash $5M in local flood response aid
At a Tuesday morning meeting, Vermont’s Emergency Board greenlit $5 million to be distributed to municipalities struggling to pay their flood cleanup bills. Read the story on VTDigger here: State officials unleash $5M in local flood response aid.
Northern lights may be visible over Vermont this week. Here's when to look for them
Here's another chance to see the Northern Lights, also known as Aurora Borealis, this year. Predictions made recently from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicate that New England could again witness the Northern Lights this week. The agency stated on its website this week that "geomagnetic storm watches are out"...
Portions of Grafton County hit by flash flooding
PIERMONT, N.H. — Persistent thunderstorms dropped over 4 inches of rain Wednesday afternoon and evening in western Grafton County, New Hampshire. Both a flood watch and then a flash flood warning were issued before the flooding began. NBC5 meteorologists reported on the escalating nature of situation Wednesday evening. One...
This weekend pirates set sail for the Phantom barn
For those who can’t get to a boat this hot summer weekend, Phantom Theater will bring the boat in the all-ages comedy “Blow Me Down! The Daring Exploits of Spanish John” this Friday and Saturday nights, August 2 and 3. The bi-coastal cast includes veteran Phantom performers...
Lake Monsters win rain-hampered thriller to inch closer to playoffs
The Vermont Lake Monsters didn’t lead on Wednesday night against Worcester until the final run crossed the plate. What was supposed to be a doubleheader against the Bravehearts turned into a single seven inning contest that couldn’t get underway until 7:30 because of rain. Worcester took advantage of sloppy Vermont defense to pile on the […]
Bethel truck rollover results in serious injuries
BETHEL — A single-vehicle rollover crash involving a tractor trailer on VT RT 107 resulted in severe injuries for a 48-year-old Hardwick man early Tuesday morning. Chad Trudeau was negotiating a right turn near the intersection of North Road at speeds exceeding the posted limit when his 2007 Mack truck tractor began to overturn.
Lyndon neighborhood reckons with heavy damage as more rain moves through Vermont
The scale of devastation on Mt. Hunger Road in Lyndon is so striking that residents of this tight-knit neighborhood are still struggling to articulate what happened to them early Tuesday morning. “You can’t even describe it,” Prescott Small said. “I’m from Texas. We’ve done tornadoes, hurricanes, you name it. This...
Milton's Trash Flowers blossom in statewide music competition
MILTON – Local band Trash Flowers, composed of four recent Milton High School graduates, achieved a remarkable feat by placing second in the statewide Beats for Good competition this month. This achievement not only earned them recognition, but also a $2,500 donation from the National Life Group Foundation for...
St. Johnsbury woman escapes injury in Libby Road crash
ST. JOHNSBURY — On July 31, at approximately 8:53 a.m., Kelsi Buck, 23, of St. Johnsbury, was involved in a single-vehicle accident on Libby Road. According to the Vermont State Police, Buck was driving north when her 2020 Ford Edge hit a washed-out section of the roadway. While trying...
Norwich, Vermont native Billy Bender places last in Olympics men's pair rowing semifinals
PARIS, IDF — A Norwich, VT native and a fellow Dartmouth alumni will no longer have a chance to win a medal in Paris. Billy Bender and his rowing partner, Oliver Bub placed last in the semifinals for the Men's Pair Rowing with a time of 6:46.11 on Wednesday morning.
Vermont resident says there's 'no way' she's returning after another round of flooding destroys her home, car
Homes, roads and bridges in northern Vermont have been destroyed for the second time in less than a month after a round of torrential rain brought catastrophic flooding to the Northeast Kingdom early Tuesday morning, including the hard-hit community of Lyndonville.
Montpelier officials seek public input on proposed recreation and wellness center plan
Since 2018, officials in Montpelier, Vermont have been assessing how and whether a new recreation and wellness facility should be built or if the current center should be renovated. The first of three meetings was held recently to get public input on a proposed plan to rebuild the rec center at a new site.
Lock it up: Harwood memo outlines new phone-free school rules
With the first day of school less than a month away, principals at Harwood Union Middle/High School have announced details for the new school policy to keep students’ cell phones locked away during the school day in an effort to reduce distractions and improve learning and socializing. On Aug....
The Montgomery News, week of July 29, 2024
Friday, 7/19: Montgomery’s Town Library held its 15th Annual Silent Auction at Phineas Swan. It started early to accommodate the show at The Inn later that same evening. There were some great items donated to be bid on including quilts, paintings, gift cards, and treasures. Everyone was greeted with a glass of wine and a table with fantastic finger foods. The handmade furniture made by Pat Farmer was the big attraction. It was a wonderful fun-filled fundraiser evening.
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