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Stormy and steamy start to the week
Happy Monday! We have a round of dense fog in the forecast this morning along with partly cloudy skies and some passing, spotty showers. Otherwise, it’s mild and muggy with temps in the 50s to low 60s. As heat and humidity continue to build today, there’s a chance for a few strong to severe storms this afternoon. In fact, it’s a marginal risk for those severe storms today.
WRECKERS: THE WATERFRONT DIVING CENTER GOES DEEP
A wetsuit-clad mannequin has stood on the corner of Maple and Battery Streets for decades, marking the spot of Burlington's Waterfront Diving Center. Located at the corner of Battery and Maple since 1991—three years after first opening one block north—the Diving Center is a hub of aquatic activity that for nearly 40 years has been inviting locals and visitors into a deeper relationship with Lake Champlain.
NY Education Department seeking input on diploma changes
Albany, N.Y. — The state Education Department is looking for input on plans to potentially change high school diploma requirements. The department has set up a “ThoughtExchange” at https://bit.ly/3jkq4sk to take comments regarding a proposal to change Regents requirements. The deadline to participate is Oct. 6. The...
FEMA disaster assitance teams to visit Stowe this week
STOWE, Vt. — Starting on Tuesday, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, teams will be going door-to-door in Stowe. Stowe Emergency Management says it is helping residents impacted by the storms and flooding on July 10-11, 2024, apply for disaster assistance. The FEMA teams will be canvassing the...
Burlington High School welcomes students back with new cellphone procedure
BURLINGTON, Vt. — As Burlington High School welcomes students back for the school year, they will need to follow a new cellphone procedure. The handheld devices can no longer be used while in class. If a student is caught using their phone, it will be held at the main office until the end of the day.
Envelopes to stand in for locking cases as school’s phone-free plan hits a bump
In a memo to families on Monday with various back-to-school reminders, Harwood Union Middle/High School Co-Principals Laurie Greenberg and Megan McDonough shared that the pouches the district has ordered for students to store their phones during the school day have not arrived yet. The school district is purchasing special cases...
Voters reminded to update address details this week
The Vermont Secretary of State will mail election ballots for the Nov. 5 General Election to all active, registered voters starting in late September. Waterbury Town Clerk Karen Petrovic reminds voters that the Secretary of State’s office will collect address data for the ballot mailing on or around Sept. 2 next week.
State appeals Waterbury’s zoning requirement for armory use
The question of whether a local permit will be needed regarding the future use of the Waterbury armory appears to be headed to state Environmental Court. The state of Vermont on July 22 filed an appeal of the Waterbury Development Review Board’s June 20 decision agreeing with Zoning Administrator Mike Bishop’s explanation of the circumstances that would trigger the need for the state to apply for town zoning approval to use the armory in the future.
Norwich Native Competes in Paris Olympics
Relentless determination: Two words that tell the story of Billy Bender’s journey to the Paris Olympic Games. When Bender, who hails from Norwich, and his pair partner, Oliver Bub, didn’t initially make the United States men’s eight Olympic crew, they didn’t give up. They teamed up for the men’s pair, and the rest is history.
Vt. police find body in search for missing man who didn't show up to work
Officials searching for a Vermont man who had been missing for more than a week say they found a body in a reservoir this weekend, bringing an end to a search that began when the 59-year-old didn't show up to work. Vermont State Police, who had been investigating the disappearance...
Hartford tech center relocates some programs to allow for PCB remediation
The highest levels of contamination in the Hartford school buildings were found in and around the Getaway restaurant, which is operated by the culinary arts program. Those spaces require immediate action, including air filtration systems. Read the story on VTDigger here: Hartford tech center relocates some programs to allow for PCB remediation.
Vermont Field Hockey Names Senior Captains for 2024 Season
The Vermont field hockey team has announced its leadership group for the upcoming 2024 season, with seniors Sophia Drees, Meg Weyer, and Reggie Hillery appointed as captains. Drees has been a standout midfielder, having played all 53 games with a career-high of six goals and six assists in 2023. Weyer, recognized for her versatility, scored a career-high nine points last season and has made appearances in every game throughout her tenure. Hillery contributed solidly in offense and defense last year, and was honored with the 2024 Jeff Stone Memorial Award for community service.
Gun-wielding robber hits Burlington convenience store
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Police say a Burlington convenience store was robbed at gunpoint Sunday afternoon. It happened at the Old North End Variety on North Winooski Avenue at about 2:45 p.m. Police say a man walked into the store and pointed a gun at the clerk behind the counter.
Dessart Named Associate Head Coach for Women’s Hockey
BURLINGTON, Vt. - Vermont women's hockey head coach Jim Plumer announced that Kevin Dessart has joined his staff as Associate Head Coach on Monday afternoon. Dessart joins the Catamounts after two seasons as the Head Coach at Lawrence University (DIII). "We are really excited to welcome Kevin to our UVM...
Mountaineers place extra emphasis on player retention
Via Community News Service, a University of Vermont journalism internship, in collaboration with the Barre-Montpelier Times Argus. Though it may have ended earlier than they would have liked, the Montpelier Recreation Field faithful had plenty to get excited about during the 2024 New England Collegiate Baseball League season. Their hometown...
NEW 4:00pm Start Time Sunday, September 1st, Labor Day Weekend Camping Begins Friday
Barre, VT — Thunder Road and American-Canadian Tour (ACT) officials announced today a small change in schedule for the 46th Labor Day Classic 200 program presented by NEFCU/VSECU on Sunday, September 1. The annual 200 lap affair will continue to be held on Sunday, September 1 but will move to an evening special with an afternoon Post Time of 4:00pm.
Second annual Rollin’ On the River
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Rollin’ on the River, a series of Saturday evening roller skating events put on by Springfield on the Move and SAPA TV, will take place again this year, on Sept. 7, 14, 21, and 28, at 100 River Street in Springfield. Entry is free to...
South Burlington City Council revisits seat expansion talks
Since its incorporation in 1971, South Burlington has had a five-member city council. But the population of the city has since doubled, while the number of councilors has not changed. Read the story on VTDigger here: South Burlington City Council revisits seat expansion talks.
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