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Montpelier man arrested in South Burlington following chase, hostage situation
Police said Shannon Edwards stole a truck and then held an elderly woman hostage in her home at knifepoint, resulting in injuries to the woman and two police officers. Read the story on VTDigger here: Montpelier man arrested in South Burlington following chase, hostage situation.
Authorities identify human remains as those of missing 82-year-old Enosburgh woman
An autopsy performed Monday by the Vermont Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington confirmed that the remains belonged to Roberta Martin, but the cause of her death is still pending. Read the story on VTDigger here: Authorities identify human remains as those of missing 82-year-old Enosburgh woman.
New Hampshire teen hasn't been seen since July 19
SOMERSWORTH, N.H. — Police are trying to locate a missing 17-year-old from Somersworth, New Hampshire. Keyanah Rose Blouin hasn't been seen since leaving her home in Somersworth around 3 a.m. on July 19, Berwick police said in a social media post. She has blonde hair, blue eyes, and wears...
Middlesex stabbing suspect arrested in South Burlington after assaulting homeowner with knife
South Burlington, VT- A Montpelier man who matches the description of a man wanted in connection to a stabbing in Middlesex was arrested in South Burlington on Monday. Police say Shannon Edwards, 39, evaded police by stealing a pick-up truck, and then breaking into a home and holding the homeowner hostage at knifepoint. He is facing multiple charges, including for aggravated assault, unlawful restraint and kidnapping.
Teen injured in ATV rollover
GILSUM, N.H. – (MyKeeneNow) A 15-year-old girl suffered serious injuries in an ATV accident in Gilsum on Monday evening. The incident occurred at around 7:45 p.m. when the N.H. Hampshire Fish and Game department was alerted to a single ATV rollover on private property. Responders from the Gilsum Fire...
Meet Farmington High School’s top 10 students in Class of 2024
FARMINGTON — Farmington High School recognizes and congratulates the top 10 students in its Class of 2024. The graduates are listed below in alphabetical order with information provided by the school. Abigail Beard. Abigail, graduating as the valedictorian of her class, views it as a great honor and her...
Democrats running for NH governor rely on different resumes, styles
It’s been a decade since a Democrat was elected governor in New Hampshire. In less than two months, Democratic voters will head to the polls to select a nominee who hopes to break that drought. The party’s primary ballot includes two candidates who share similar policy positions and point to their political resumes as proof of their ability to lead, while a third candidate is touting his outsider record.
UNH Track and Field to Host Golf Tournament
Durham, N.H. - The UNH Track & Field team is excited to announce the 2024 UNH Track & Field Golf Tournament, to be held Monday, August 5, at Campbell's Scottish Highlands Golf Course. The tournament fee is $100 per person, which includes the cart, greens fee, use of the driving...
Portsmouth Booma Post 6 one win away from NH legion baseball championship
PORTSMOUTH — The first year of American Legion baseball for Portsmouth Booma Post 6 was sometime in the 1930s, according to program manager Matt Gladu. Booma won its first New Hampshire state championship in 2008, and then again in 2021, advancing to the New England regional tournament in both years.
Taylor Swift tribute performer makes ‘Sparks Fly' at Canobie Lake Park
For those who haven't been able to see Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour, a trip to Canobie Lake Park in Salem, New Hampshire, may be enough to get a Taylor fix, as a tribute show there makes "Sparks Fly" for Swifites. Canobie Lake is home to a residency for the...
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