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Two arrested for early-morning assault, robbery in Burlington, police say
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Two people were arrested after an early morning assault and robbery in downtown Burlington on Friday. Police said they were notified of the assault just after 3 a.m. on Main Street. Investigators determined that multiple suspects attacked two victims, leaving them with significant injuries. The suspects...
Multi-State Measles Outbreak Traced to International Traveler, New Exposure Sites Identified
A multi-state measles outbreak has prompted urgent warnings from public health officials after five cases were confirmed, including two in New Hampshire and one in Vermont. The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services issued an alert on Thursday, detailing potential exposure at three specific locations earlier this month. The alert comes as the highly contagious disease continues to spread, causing concern among health experts and residents alike.
Summervale stays on schedule, despite major flooding at the Intervale Center last week
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Despite going throughanother round of flooding last week, the Burlington Intervale Center was still able to host their popular Summervale event on Thursday for the community. All the proceeds from the night went to the Intervale Farmer Recovery Fund as farmers continue to bounce back from...
Colchester-Milton Rotary promotes Flags for Heroes Project, in wake of Fourth of July parade
Colchester-Milton Rotarians handed out over 2,000 American flags to kids and families during this year’s Colchester Fourth of July parade. Our Flags for Heroes Project is a way for individuals and businesses to honor a special person in their lives. It may be a veteran, teacher, emergency responder or a family member who has passed away.
Local officials speak on new CDC travel guidelines for dogs
The CDC is introducing new guidelines for dogs entering or returning to the United States. The new guidelines could go into effect as soon as August 1st. However, some local officials say the new CDC guidelines are trying to make it difficult for travelers to bring their pets across the border.
Intervale Center copes with flood damage
The Intervale Center in Burlington, which leases land to several local farms sustained considerable damage when heavy July rainstorms caused the Winooski River to flood. Some farmers lost everything, and are facing another year of low-yield harvests after going through the same ordeal last July.
Winooski tops Middlebury Marlins in the pool
WINOOSKI — Before Tuesday’s Addison County splashdown with the Vergennes Champs, the Middlebury Marlins swim team were edged by the host Winooski Waves on July 11, 239-237. The Marlins came up short despite an 11 relay victories vs. Winooski’s 8. Five Marlins picked up three wins apiece:...
Nurses, UVM Medical Center reach new contract agreement
After months at an impasse, the union threatened to strike in early July but called it off after reaching a deal with the hospital administration. Read the story on VTDigger here: Nurses, UVM Medical Center reach new contract agreement.
Middlebury man arrested for DUI, resisting arrest
MIDDLEBURY — A local man was arrested early Thursday morning after Vermont State Police conducted a traffic stop and suspected him of driving under the influence. Andrew R. Malzac, 31, of Middlebury, was pulled over on Weybridge Street near College Street at 12:50 a.m. Troopers detected signs of impairment during their interaction with Malzac.
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