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Vt. homeowners mull flood buyouts that could cost their communities
BARRE, Vt. (WCAX) - After last week’s flooding, some Vermont homeowners face big questions about whether they should rebuild damaged homes or seek a buyout from the government. But dozens of families are still waiting on buyouts from last year’s flooding, and those can come at a big cost to communities.
New Nordic Farm owners say, ‘keep it simple’
Benjamin Dobson and Kaspar Meier, a prominent farmer and a builder from Columbia County in New York, closed on the sale of the conserved property of just under 600 acres on July 2 after it spent more than a year on the market. Read the story on VTDigger here: New Nordic Farm owners say, ‘keep it simple’.
Welch tours flood damage in Hardwick
Vermont Business Magazine Wednesday, U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont) toured flood damage from the remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl, which impacted communities across Vermont. Senator Welch heard from residents and local community leaders in Hardwick about the challenges of recovering from last week’s flooding while still rebuilding from the July 2023 floods. Senator Welch also surveyed flood damage at the wastewater treatment facility and a local farm, where the Lamoille River took out a bridge leading to one of the region’s leading providers of local produce.
252 Free piano concert to be held in Monkton
Composer-pianist David Feurzeig’s Play Every Town: 252 free concerts in each of Vermont’s 252 towns looks to confront climate change through the power of community and music. It’s Monkton this weekend. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand that in order for us to...
Scott administration fires back in senators’ lawsuit over Zoie Saunders appointment
Last month, two senators sued Gov. Phil Scott and Saunders, the interim education secretary, arguing that Scott ignored the legal ramifications of the Senate’s vote to reject Saunders’ confirmation. Read the story on VTDigger here: Scott administration fires back in senators’ lawsuit over Zoie Saunders appointment.
Chatham police: Vermont man arrested after road rage incident
Chatham police arrested a Vermont man on Tuesday after a motorist said he threatened him with a gun in a road rage incident. Police issued a press release on their Facebook page on July 17. Police received a call at 4:02 p.m. from a motorist who claimed he and his...
2 men arrested 5 months after missing woman was found dead in toolbox in Vermont river
TROY, Vt. (TCN) -- State police arrested two 34-year-old men for allegedly helping a third co-conspirator put a woman's body in a toolbox and leave it in a river following a fatal dispute. Vermont State Police announced Wednesday, July 17, that Aaron Camp was taken into custody for unauthorized burial...
Lack of secure youth facility strains child welfare system as hotline calls rise, DCF report finds
The lack of a secure treatment facility for youth involved in the criminal justice system is putting a strain on the entire child welfare system, according to the annual report from the Vermont Department for Children and Families. Aryka Radke, deputy commissioner of the Family Services Division of DCF, said...
Vermont organizations take on post-flood fundraising, again
“As always, cash is king,” the commissioner of public safety said. “Cash donations are the most efficient way to get aid to people and communities in need.” Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont organizations take on post-flood fundraising, again.
Hopkinton man allegedly fired 41 rounds in seconds at Vermont troopers in desperate flight
A Hopkinton man wanted by police in Rhode Island apparently used at least two guns to fire 41 shots at Vermont state troopers Sunday, according to an affidavit filed by the Vermont State Police. A Kevlar helmet that Brenden Sackal was wearing might have also saved his life since police...
2 New York men arrested in connection with alleged Richmond scam
Two New York men were arrested after allegedly scamming a Richmond resident out of thousands of dollars by pretending to represent a bank. Investigators charged both men with theft by deception in court this afternoon, with the assistance of an interpreter. Police said the men called the victim, claiming to...
Local athlete making his mark in professional disc golf scene
Local athlete making his mark in professional disc golf scene. Bradley Schott loves the fun and challenge of outdoor sport and he has taken his interest in disc golf to another level by becoming a professional in the sport. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand that...
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