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Vermont Conversation: Stop panicking and fight, Stuart Stevens tells Democrats
"Is Joe Biden up to being president? I find it sort of an absurd question because he is president,” Stevens said. “And he's probably the most successful first term president since World War Two.” Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont Conversation: Stop panicking and fight, Stuart Stevens tells Democrats.
Vermont selected to take part in federal health care reform model
The AHEAD Model, which Vermont could begin in 2026, aims to reduce health care spending, improve investment in primary care and change how hospitals are paid. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont selected to take part in federal health care reform model.
Tim de la Bruere: Abenaki people were excluded from the state recognition process. I was one of them.
In this way did Vermont’s Legislature, advised and guided by self-proclaimed “Abenaki” and their defenders, take it upon themselves to decide who is Indigenous. Read the story on VTDigger here: Tim de la Bruere: Abenaki people were excluded from the state recognition process. I was one of them..
The information and referral hotline Vermont 211 is set to resume 24/7 service
Vermont 211 returned to full service as of July 1. The one-stop number to call or text for all things related to the community, health and human services is now operating 24/7, 365 days a year. The hours were cut in July 2023 by the Agency of Human Services. After receiving funding from Vermont Legislature, the agency restored full hours. ...
Massive New York Ice Cream Recall: Many Popular Items May Kill
The recall includes Friendly’s, Hershey's and many other very popular national brands. The FDA confirmed the massive ice cream recall on Monday. Below are photos and names of some of the recalled products:. Note: these photos don't show every recalled item. CLICK HERE for the full list from the...
BITS & BYTES: City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays; The Old Guitarist at the Congregational Church of Salisbury; The Royal Ballet at Jacob’s Pillow; Drawing exhibition at Spencertown Academy; Arthur Palme at Arrowhead; Schumacher Center presents Dr. Bayo Akomolafe; Captain Nemo at The Mahaiwe; Chabad of Columbia County dedication
City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five and First Fridays Artswalk. Pittsfield— On Friday, July 5th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., the First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns as part of the City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five. Participating venues include Berkshire Art Center,...
Pittsfield Downs Dalton-Hinsdale, Advances to 10-Year-Old Final
PITTSFIELD , Mass. — Hector Reyes-Colon drove in four runs Wednesday to lead the Pittsfield 10-year-old All-Stars to their third run-rule win in pool play in the Don Gleason District 1 Little League Tournament. The victory sends Pittsfield (3-0) into the best-of-three championship series that gets underway on Saturday...
Peacham’s annual tractor parade a celebration of agriculture
PEACHAM, Vt. (WCAX) - The annual Fourth of July parade in Peacham is a celebration of Vermont agriculture. Dozens of tractors rolled through the town Thursday, showcasing generations of farmers. The roar of antique engines, the smell of fuel, hay bails, and mud is a parade tradition three decades in...
Colchester celebrating with 4th of July fireworks
COLCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) - The town of Colchester is celebrating the Fourth of July on Thursday with multiple events during the day and fireworks planned for after dark. Starting at 5 p.m., food vendors will begin serving at Bayside Park. Live music will start at 6:45 p.m. and will be...
Milton man arrested on multiple warrants, provides false information during traffic stop
MILTON — Vermont State Police apprehended a 40-year-old man on multiple arrest warrants after a routine traffic stop on Interstate 89 North on July 3. Eric Badore of Colchester was identified as a passenger in a vehicle pulled over for speeding at mile marker 101.8 around 1:20 p.m. Known...
Jericho’s 217-year-old general store is losing its post office and gaining a new owner
Unrelated to the ownership change, the United States Postal Service has recently decided to end its contract with the store, according to the former owner. Read the story on VTDigger here: Jericho’s 217-year-old general store is losing its post office and gaining a new owner.
A little rain doesn’t spoil Waterbury’s Not Quite Independence Day
Despite soggy weather, Waterbury’s Not Quite Independence Day celebration attracted a hardy crowd that cheered on dozens of runners, took in the parade down Main Street, and gathered for an afternoon concert in the park on Saturday. The Waterbury Rotary Club starts planning for “NQID” (as it’s known for...
Lawson’s Finest Liquids brews special beer for Do Good Fest
WAITSFIELD, Vt. (WCAX) - For their 10th annual Do Good Festival, National Life Group asked Lawson’s Finest Liquids to blend a beverage that gives back. “We are getting a really beautiful fruity juicy IPA today,” said Kelly Putnam of Lawson’s. The drink is being specially made for...
Alumni of Brandon High School celebrate teacher Mary Force
BRANDON—We all had at least one teacher who made a difference in our lives, who understood us when no one else seemed to, who guided us when others gave up, who provided encouragement when we most needed it, who got more from us than we thought we could give, or who gave us the tough love we needed to pull ourselves together.
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