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Red Cross sets up emergency supply distribution sites
Plainfield. The front of the white house on Mill Street is below: Photos courtesy American Red Cross. Free supplies available at locations around Vermont. Vermont Business Magazine Over the next four days, the American Red Cross will host emergency disaster supply distribution sites in several communities across Vermont. At these sites, Red Cross volunteers will be handing out water and clean-up kits. These kits contain: bucket, cleaner (typically bleach), mask, gloves, garbage bags, brush, mop, brooms, squeegee and handles. All Red Cross assistance is provided free of charge and made possible by the generosity of the public.
NOAA Says New York State Will Stay Very Warm Well Into the Fall
While the brutal heatwave finally broke across New York state this week, meteorologists say the much warmer than average weather isn't going to stay away. Could summer-like temperatures last well into the fall across New York and the Northeast?. So far this year, Extreme Weather Watch says that it has...
Storm Damage in the Adirondacks
Severe summer storms, torrential rain, and flash flooding have washed out roads, knocked out power to tens of thousands in the Adirondacks and Central New York, and even tornadoes touched down in the Town of Wells, and the City of Rome. This came on top of the flooding & damage caused by the remnants of Hurricane Beryl last week that battered New York and Vermont leaving behind millions in damage. Essex County was hit hard.
Finally! Another Chance for Central New York to See the Northern Lights This Weekend
Great news, New York! We'll enjoy clear skies this weekend... and maybe the Northern Lights. Every time the possibility of seeing the aurora borealis rears its head, it's always accompanied by overcast skies. Despite 2024 being the greatest years for New York to see the Northern Lights, CNY has struck out every time because of downright terrible weather.
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...
Local contractors pitch in to help town road crews re-open road
It takes a village, but a backhoe, bulldozer, dump truck and tractor are also useful in the aftermath of a flood when local roads and driveways are washed out or damaged. That was evident throughout The Valley and Vermont in the aftermath of July 10 flooding that heavily damaged local roads, especially those in Fayston, Moretown, Duxbury and Waterbury.
Vergennes Champs split swim meets
VERGENNES — Before this Tuesday’s friendly rivalry meet with the Middlebury Marlins, the Vergennes Champs split two Champlain Valley Swim League outings last week, defeating visiting Essex on July 11, 360-122, but coming up short at St. Albans on July 9, 268-223. The Champs cruised from start to...
Missing St. Johnsbury woman found safe
ST. JOHNSBURY, Vt. (WCAX) - Police say a missing St. Johnsbury woman has been found safe. Friday morning, Vermont State Police asked the public for help finding Cassie Boomhower, 26, of St. Johnsbury, who had been reported missing. They said there were concerns for her welfare. At about 4 p.m.,...
2024-25 Schedule Released for Swimming & Diving
Randall K. Wolf BURLINGTON, Vt. – The 2024-25 schedule for the reigning America East champion Vermont swimming & diving team has been released. The Catamounts will host four home meets this season at Forbush Natatorium, all four home meets will be streamed live on AmericaEast.TV. RELATED LINKS 2024-25 Schedule NOTES UVM's campaign begins at home on Sept. 28 when it hosts Northeastern. The event begins at 11 a.m. at Forbush Natatorium. The season-opening meet will be a part of Alumni Day. Alumni are invited to join the 2024 America East Coaching Staff of the Year and fellow Catamount alums at...
Estes Joins Men's Basketball Staff as Director of Basketball Operations
BURLINGTON, Vt. – Cioffi Men's Basketball Head Coach John Becker announced that Braeden Estes has joined his staff as director of basketball operations. "I'm really excited to add Braeden to our staff," Becker said. "He has experience in this league as a manager for Bill Herrion at New Hampshire, and a lot of overall experience for this position, so he's going to be a huge addition to our staff. And with the new rules, we'll be able to take advantage of the experience he has on the recruiting trail. Working for great coaches like Herrion and David McLaughlin at Dartmouth, he's going to be really, really prepared."
Major Battle Reenactment This Weekend at Fort Ticonderoga!
This weekend Fort Ticonderoga presents the 1759 Siege of Carillon, a two-day battle reenactment on July 20-21. Visitors will become immersed in this 18th-century siege; featuring the constant roar of cannon, thrilling battle reenactments, and even a nighttime program where visitors are immersed in the battle for Carillon. According to...
First Vermont rage-room opens in Bennington
BENNINGTON, Vt. — Opening on July 9 in Bennington, SMASH It LLC is Vermont's first registered rage/relief/smash room, according to the official Facebook page. Located on 120 Depot St next to Anytime Fitness and Hollister Appliances, the family-operated business has recently received permits to open. The establishment's titular packages,...
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