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Milton police log: Aug. 2-8
Bombardier Road / Centre Dr.-1:01 p.m. While on patrol, Cpl. Coulombe came in contact with a resident with an active warrant. The subject was issued a citation to appear in court. Haydenberry Dr.-9:12 p.m. Officer McQueen was dispatched to a residence on Haydenberry Drive for the report of a disturbance....
Thus Love celebrate friendship and owl its benefits with ‘Birthday Song’
Vermont’s musical torch continues to pass from one strong act to another — and now, it’s being carried by Brattleboro’s own Thus Love. The band, who first hit the scene two years ago with their full-length debut Memorial, shared “Birthday Song” on Wednesday (August 7). It’s the first look into their sophomore effort, All Pleasure, due November 1 on Captured Tracks.
Tony-Nominee Jayne Atkinson Leads Dorset Theatre Festival World Premiere Of True Art
Dorset Theatre Festival has announced that Jayne Atkinson, best known for her Tony Award–nominated roles in The Rainmaker and Enchanted April, will lead the World Premiere of True Art by Jessica Provenz, directed by Michelle Joyner, playing August 21 through September 7, 2024 at the Dorset Playhouse (104 Cheney Rd, Dorset, VT 05251).
'The industry has changed': Longtime Winooski bar and eatery will close this weekend
WINOOSKI ― A longtime hangout in Winooski has announced it will shut down after business on Saturday, Aug. 17. McKee’s Pub & Grill holds a prominent spot at the top of the traffic rotary in Winooski’s compact downtown. The owners revealed Aug. 8 on social media that the bar/eatery known for serving burgers, wings and beer will be shutting down. ...
Rutland City officials voice concerns over voter turnout before primary
RUTLAND, Vt. — City officials are getting ready for Tuesday’s major party primary election in Rutland. Voters have been casting their ballot for several weeks through mail-in or ballot drop-offs, but city officials have voiced concerns about voter turnout. According to the City Clerk's Office, absentee and early...
End may be in sight for longstanding Tunbridge trails dispute
John Echeverria and Carin Pratt, who have owned the 325-acre Dodge Farm at the top of Strafford Road since 2015, have argued in court that the Tunbridge Selectboard lacks the authority to maintain or designate appropriate use of legal trails in town. Read the story on VTDigger here: End may be in sight for longstanding Tunbridge trails dispute.
Football Announces the 2024 Coaching Staff
NORTHFIELD, Vt.- Ahead of his first season as Head Coach, Bill Russell announced his staff for the upcoming campaign with five new faces, two returnees from last year, and one coming back for his second stint. In addition to the new hires, there will be new titles for Russell's staff.
Vermont Classic: A treasure trove of ’26 specialists shined
ESSEX, Vt. – The Green Mountain State’s biggest lacrosse tournament took place in mid-July and featured multiple club teams from the region. Taking place over two days, a myriad of college coaches gathered to get follow-up looks with the Class of ‘25 and, in some cases, a first look at some promising ‘26s.
Beekmantown Class of '74 gives back to Class of '24
BEEKMANTOWN | On July 27, about 100 classmates and friends gathered to celebrate their 50th Beekmantown Central High School Reunion. As part of the reunion planning, the Class of '74 donated to a Scholarship Fund to be awarded to a 2024 BCS Graduating Senior entering his/her first semester of college in the fall 2024.
First Champlain Hudson Power cables cross U.S.-Can. border
ROUSES POINT | Work to prepare the route for underground power cables in Lake Champlain has been in process for months. Residents have been quick to note unique barges fitted with cranes that slowly move along the lake. They are working on the lake section of the Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE), or "Chippy."
5 races to watch in Connecticut, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Vermont primaries
Voting concludes Tuesday for primaries in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Vermont and Connecticut ahead of the Democratic National Convention, which begins next week. Several Senate races are crystallizing in Wisconsin and Minnesota as Sens. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) vie for another term in the upper chamber. Meanwhile, Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.), one of the last progressives facing a primary challenge this cycle, is gearing up for a rematch against a challenger who almost unseated her in 2022.
Climate change is harming us and our ecosystems
Since 1970, the concentrations of CO2, methane, and other heat trapping gases in the atmosphere have increased globally due to a range of human activities. Yes. We, as humans, are one of the main drivers of climate change. Altogether, this has caused temperatures to rise while also putting people and...
New VEDA program supports Vermont’s forestry industry
Three million dollars in total financing can be provided in the form of loans up to $500,000 with subsidized interest rates for loggers, foresters, log haulers, biomass producers, sawmills, firewood producers and wood product manufacturers, for working capital, equipment and refinancing. Read the story on VTDigger here: New VEDA program supports Vermont’s forestry industry.
Vermont has more chances to see Northern Lights this week. These are the best times
It's happening yet again. Aside from full moons, planetary alignments, eclipses, and meteor showers, the Northern Lights have made several appearances in the skies over New England this summer. And...
Springfield Police Seize Loaded Gun and Over 1000 Bags of Heroin, Arrest Two After Shooting
Last night, members of the Springfield Police C3 Unit and Squad "C" officers, guided by Sgt. Daniel Johnson and Sgt. Douglas Bernier, made significant arrests following a shots fired call on Central Street. The operation led to the arrest of two individuals, the seizure of a loaded firearm, as well as a substantial amount of heroin, according to the Springfield Police Department's official news release. The action came in response to reports of gunfire on Monday night, around 9:35 p.m., at an apartment located in the 100 block of Central Street.
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