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Vermont Conversation: Jay Craven on filmmaking as activism and reimagining Vermont’s founding story
In Craven’s latest epic film, “Lost Nation,” Ethan Allen meets Lucy Terry Prince, a formerly enslaved woman in Guilford who scholars believe was the nation’s first African American poet. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont Conversation: Jay Craven on filmmaking as activism and reimagining Vermont’s founding story.
Gas-hauling truck fire strikes Route 7 in Ferrisburgh again
When a truck hauling gas caught fire on Route 7 last year, the Ferrisburgh fire chief thought it was a once in a career event. Then it happened again this week — and many firefighters turned out to help douse the blaze. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable...
2 New York men arrested in connection with alleged Richmond scam
Two New York men were arrested after allegedly scamming a Richmond resident out of thousands of dollars by pretending to represent a bank. Investigators charged both men with theft by deception in court this afternoon, with the assistance of an interpreter. Police said the men called the victim, claiming to...
Lawmakers from New York rally behind Donald Trump ahead of primetime RNC speech
As Donald Trump gets ready to deliver his primetime RNC address, his first speech since the attempted assassination against him, Republicans, including lawmakers from New York, are rallying behind the former president.On Thursday, a very confident Eric Trump was outside Milwaukee's convention center, strolling into what may be his family's second stay in the White House.Donald Trump is expected to accept his party's presidential nomination on the last night of the convention, and as his team puts it, usher in a new golden age for America."I think you are going to see a much more gentler President Trump tonight," Nicole...
Waybury Inn, featured in ‘Newhart’ series, says the late comedian held “special place” in their hearts
East Middlebury, VT- After comedian Bob Newhart, known for his iconic deadpan delivery, died at the age of 94 on Thursday, a local inn that played a crucial role in the ‘Newhart’ TV show is remembering him for the lasting impact he made on the staff. The Waybury...
Welch tours flood damage in Hardwick
Vermont Business Magazine Wednesday, U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont) toured flood damage from the remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl, which impacted communities across Vermont. Senator Welch heard from residents and local community leaders in Hardwick about the challenges of recovering from last week’s flooding while still rebuilding from the July 2023 floods. Senator Welch also surveyed flood damage at the wastewater treatment facility and a local farm, where the Lamoille River took out a bridge leading to one of the region’s leading providers of local produce.
Middlebury homeless shelter suspends overflow services
Middlebury homeless shelter suspends overflow services. Shelter officials have growing concerns for the safety of the facility’s other houseless guests and staff, but it could temporarily add to the number of people who’ve been camping downtown. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand that in...
Consolidation has changed everything about Brattleboro’s banking landscape — except for one bank
Brattleboro Savings & Loan has managed to stay entirely local by putting down deep roots and prioritizing what’s good for the community, according to its leaders. Read the story on VTDigger here: Consolidation has changed everything about Brattleboro’s banking landscape — except for one bank.
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