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UVM taps Tim Rademacher to lead research at Proctor Maple Research Center
Tim Rademacher is taking on a sweet new role at the University of Vermont—as the new Scientific Director of UVM’s Proctor Maple Research Center (PMRC). The PMRC is a field research station of the Department of Plant Biology at the University of Vermont, and is the oldest and most renowned maple science research centers in the world. Since 1947 it has produced cutting edge research on maple, supported maple sugar producers, and bolstered maple syrup production in Vermont—and globally.
New Welch bill would bring $55M to Lake Champlain conservation efforts
COLCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) - More money could be on the way to help protect Lake Champlain. Vermont Sen. Peter Welch announced a bill on Monday in Colchester called the Lake Champlain Basin Program Reauthorization Act that would bring $55 million for projects that promote conservation. Welch says the act would...
West Nile virus detected in Alburgh mosquito pool; no cases reported
ALBURGH, Vt. (WCAX) - The Vermont Department of Health mosquitoes collected in Alburgh have tested positive for West Nile virus. It’s the first time this year the surveillance program has found them. So far, no human or animal cases have been reported. Most people do not get sick from...
75-year-old Grand Isle man cited for assaulting 20-year-old in road rage incident
SOUTH HERO, Vt. — A 75-year-old man from Grand Isle was cited following a road rage incident Saturday evening, according to Vermont State Police. Authorities were called to Route 2 by Ferry Road in South Hero at around 5:25 p.m., after receiving a report that a possible assault had happened in the middle of the roadway.
Nurses’ union agrees to new contract with UVM Medical Center
Burlington, VT – The Vermont Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals has voted to ratify a new three-year contract with UVM Medical Center. The contract includes a 23% wage increase for nurses over the next three years. “The changes in this new contract will further improve our already strong...
Lake Champlain ready to shine during Mercury B.A.S.S. Nation Qualifier
Anglers will visit Lake Champlain for the final Mercury B.A.S.S. Nation Qualifier presented by Lowrance and Elite Series rookie Tim Dube expects anglers to find plenty of bass on the historic fishery this go-round. “This is a great time to be up at Champlain,” the New Hampshire pro said. “You’ll...
Robber Robber release new song, announce tour including NYC show w/ This is Lorelei
Burlington, VT band Robber Robber‘s debut album Wild Guess is out this week, and they’ve just announced a North American tour in support. Stops include Boston, DC, Raleigh (Hopscotch Fest), Philly, Cleveland, Chicago, NYC (Baby’s All Right on August 11 with Pet Fox and a solo set by This is Lorelei), and more. All dates are listed below.
A portion of Davern Road closed Wednesday
The Town of Peru Highway Department will close Davern Road from State Route 22 to Union Road on Wednesday, July 24th, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for paving. There will be no through traffic except for local residents and emergency vehicles.
UMaine Extension offers biosecurity workshop for livestock farmers
AUGUSTA – Biosecurity is the featured topic at the 2024 Tri-State Dairy Summer Workshop hosted by University of Maine Cooperative Extension on Thursday, August 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Klahr Center classroom, University of Maine at Augusta, 46 University Drive. This event is a collaboration between UMaine Extension, University of Vermont, and University of New Hampshire.
Milton police seek to identify ATV, mini bike operators linked to trespassing, unsafe driving
MILTON — The Milton Police Department is seeking the public’s help to identify individuals operating an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and mini bike involved in multiple incidents over the past two nights. The operators were last seen on Woodcrest Circle and have allegedly trespassed on private property and engaged...
Proctor Maple Research Center names new science director
The University of Vermont has named a new scientific director for its maple research center. The Proctor Maple Research Center is one of the oldest and most prominent maple research centers in the world, studying maple production since 1947. Tim Rademacher has been named its new science director. He has...
CCHA continues history programs through August
PLATTSBURGH | The Clinton County Historical Association (CCHA) has lined up lectures, a walking tour, and day trips for mid-August to Sept. 1, with a special presentation at the Kent-DeLord House Museum on Aug. 26 addressing the Nov. 5 New York Equal Rights Amendment (NY ERA) ballot proposal to amend the New York State Constitution.
Your MAX Advantage Forecast
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Happy Monday! We have one more nice summer day before humidity and showers return. Today starts with lots of sunshine, becoming partly cloudy by this afternoon. Temperatures will be near normal for this time of year, ranging from the upper 70s to mid 80s. Dew points remain comfortable through the day, but will gradually creep up over the course of the afternoon and evening.
Mountaineers even Governor’s Cup series with big comeback
On a beautiful baseball evening across the state, the Upper Valley Nighthawks hosted the Vermont Mountaineers in the sixth installment of this season’s Governor’s Cup series. Despite trailing 5-0 early, the Mountaineer scored 10 unanswered runs to win the game 10-5 and even the series at three games each.
Lake Monsters sweep Sunday doubleheader
Following two-straight home losses, the Vermont Lake Monsters hosted the Futures League Road Warriors for a doubleheader at Centennial Field. Vermont won both games to bounce back and head into the all-star break with confidence.
Green FC loses to Seacoast in playoffs
Another tremendous season and playoff run by the Vermont Green FC has ended. The team faced Seacoast United in Ocean City, NJ on Sunday looking to punch their ticket to the USL League 2 quarterfinals. In a scoreless game midway through the second half, a Vermont foul in the box gifted the Phantoms a penalty […]
Visitors flock to Secret Garden tours
PLATTSBURGH | One of the secrets of the Kent-Delord House Museum Garden Club's Secret Garden Tour this year was that they were all layered around homes on Cumberland Head. The nine properties wound along, and on streets off of, Cumberland Head Road beside Lake Champlain. The varieties of flowers in...
Voters react to Biden stepping back and endorsing Kamala Harris for president
BURLINGTON, Vt. — President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he is no longer running for reelection. He is backing Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination. Many people who spoke to NBC5 on Sunday said they were surprised by the news. Some said they believe this will "guarantee" another Donald Trump presidency, while others said they wished Biden had dropped out of the race earlier.
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