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Sen. Welch, VT officials unveil bill to protect Lake Champlain
COLCHESTER, Vt. — On Monday, leaders gathered in Colchester to assess the state of Lake Champlain and unveil a new bill to improve its health. Vermont Senator Peter Welch (D) announced "The Lake Champlain Basin Program Reauthorization Act." In partnership with Vermont, New York and Canada, the bill is...
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...
Your MAX Advantage Forecast
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Wet weather and humidity are back for a couple days. Widespread rain this morning will give way to scattered showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. High temperatures will depend on how much sunshine we get, but will generally range from the mid 70s to low 80s. Rain...
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.
Rovers North sells to employees, creating a path to a better future for employee owners
Vermont Business Magazine When the owners and founders at Rovers North in Westford started considering their succession strategies over a decade ago, they weren’t enthused about the options until learning of the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, the most common broad-based employee ownership business model in the United States. The...
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.
Home tour of the week: A $749,000 home with over 10 acres of land in the Town of Essex
This charming house in the Town of Essex has a farmhouse style kitchen and wood stove along with a back patio to enjoy warmer weather. The primary suite features a 3/4 bathroom with dual marble vanities and a rainfall shower head. Bedrooms: 3. Bathrooms: 3. Price: $749,000. Square Feet: 2,400.
Groundbreaking celebrates Reid Commons in St Albans
Affordable Housing Community Will Add 33 New Apartments for Older Adults. Vermont Business Magazine Cathedral Square has announced that construction is underway on Reid Commons, bringing 33 new energy-efficient, affordable apartments for adults 55 and older to St. Albans. Located at 17 Lower Newton Street, Reid Commons will offer one- and two-bedroom apartments with a range of rents to serve a mixed-income community.
This is Our Home: North Hero
NORTH HERO, Vt. — North Hero, Vermont, is a historic and natural wonderland nestled on the shores of Lake Champlain. Kevin White, the owner of Hero's Welcome General Store, describes it as a popular local destination where locals and visitors alike can grab baked goods, eclectic gifts, and catch up with neighbors.
Home tour of the week: A $550,000 home in Colchester with a wood burning fireplace
This home in Colchester sits on a single floor and has a kitchen with updated cabinetry and and bar seating for six. The primary suite has a walk-in closet and 3/4 bathroom. HIGHLIGHTS: wood burning fireplace, stainless steel appliances. Listed by The Malley Group, KW Vermont.
3 killed in crash of small plane that took off from Plattsburgh
VIENNA, Ohio (WCAX) - Three people were killed when a small plane that took off from Plattsburgh crashed in Ohio. It happened Friday at about 7 p.m. at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station near the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport. Ohio troopers said the plane crashed near a runway. The National Transportation...
LTE: Ten Commandments
I recently read Dan Alexander's piece entitled "Separation not Cancellation". There have been many previous court rulings in regards to legal interpretation of the "Separation of Church and State". Some rulings favored preserving "American Heritage" and have stated that despite the religious nature of displays, they were more historical in value and, therefore, did not violate the standard. Other rulings have swung in the other direction, citing that the overriding nature of the religious imagery and display was enough to cross the line and was therefore unacceptable.
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