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FEMA officials arrive in Vermont to assess damage from Beryl
The federal agency is examining flood damage in eight counties across the state, according to state officials. They said whether a federal disaster declaration is likely should be clear by next week. Read the story on VTDigger here: FEMA officials arrive in Vermont to assess damage from Beryl.
Are dangerous heat waves the new normal in New England?
The times of an occasional stretch of scorching summer days are behind us. Three environmental experts say extreme heat, which recently reached the 90s in New England and triple-digits in places like Washington, D.C., is here to stay. “New England is the fastest-warming area of the United States,” said Dr....
After Beryl damaged his home in Jamaica, a farmworker contends with storm damage in Vermont
“It can feel miserable sometimes,” Ranaldo Blackwood said. “But I said, there's nothing you can do about it.” Read the story on VTDigger here: After Beryl damaged his home in Jamaica, a farmworker contends with storm damage in Vermont.
Unemployment claims in Vermont increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Vermont rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 297 in the week ending July 13, up from 295 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
At Republican National Convention, Vermont’s delegates find a party forged in Trump’s image
Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, speaks during the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Photo by Nam Y. Huh/AP. Asked to describe this year’s Republican National Convention, members of Vermont’s delegation began with the same word: “Unity”. It was...
Lack of secure youth facility strains child welfare system as hotline calls rise, DCF report finds
The lack of a secure treatment facility for youth involved in the criminal justice system is putting a strain on the entire child welfare system, according to the annual report from the Vermont Department for Children and Families. Aryka Radke, deputy commissioner of the Family Services Division of DCF, said...
Vermont organizations take on post-flood fundraising, again
“As always, cash is king,” the commissioner of public safety said. “Cash donations are the most efficient way to get aid to people and communities in need.” Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont organizations take on post-flood fundraising, again.
Scott administration fires back in senators’ lawsuit over Zoie Saunders appointment
Last month, two senators sued Gov. Phil Scott and Saunders, the interim education secretary, arguing that Scott ignored the legal ramifications of the Senate’s vote to reject Saunders’ confirmation. Read the story on VTDigger here: Scott administration fires back in senators’ lawsuit over Zoie Saunders appointment.
Man arrested following domestic violence shooting in Richmond, Vermont
RICHMOND, Vt. — A man was arrested on Friday afternoon at a home in Richmond after a shooting led to an hours-long standoff with police. Vermont State Police arrested 23-year-old Dylan Davis at 2:15 p.m. after an incident on Meadow Lane. Police said Davis is now facing charges of aggravated domestic assault with a deadly weapon, domestic assault and reckless endangerment.
New Nordic Farm owners say, ‘keep it simple’
Benjamin Dobson and Kaspar Meier, a prominent farmer and a builder from Columbia County in New York, closed on the sale of the conserved property of just under 600 acres on July 2 after it spent more than a year on the market. Read the story on VTDigger here: New Nordic Farm owners say, ‘keep it simple’.
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...
Monkton to discuss biking/walking alternatives at Tuesday meeting
Monkton on Tuesday will hold ameeting for the Monkton Ridge Bike/Ped Scoping Study to present potential future pedestrian/bicycle facilities along the loop around Cedar Lake. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand that in order for us to be able to fund reporters covering local news, we need your help! For full access to this story and all online content, please log in or subscribe to the Addison Independent.
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...
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