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Speed radars make an immediate impact in Northfield
NORTHFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Northfield residents have noticed an immediate effect of the new speed radar signs placed on Maple, Gulf, Warwick, and Mt. Hermon roads. The police department is awaiting approval from MassDOT to install radars on Main Street and Millers Falls Road and in the meantime they are studying traffic patterns on those streets.
Minor injuries result from two Warwick accidents
WARWICK, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — On Thursday, a vehicle struck a utility pole on Orange Road in Warwick. Minor injuries were reported on the scene in addition to the utility pole damage. Also in Warwick, a single vehicle accident occurred on Wednesday near the Orange town line. The...
Greenfield woman arrested in car theft investigation
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — On Tuesday, a Greenfield woman was arrested for her alleged involvement in a three-person South Windsor, Connecticut car theft that took place in April of 2023. Yanassis Ruiz, 24, of Greenfield was charged with conspiracy to commit larceny of a motor vehicle and failure to appear in the 2nd degree.
Villalobos Brothers at Bandwagon Series
PUTNEY, Vt. – The Next Stage Bandwagon Summer Series presents contemporary Mexican ensemble Villalobos Brothers on Saturday, July 13, at 6 p.m., at the field behind the Putney Inn, 57 Putney Landing Road in Putney. The Villalobos Brothers are a Grammy Award-winning family band, recognized as one of the...
Gill, MA Pursuing New Composting Program
A new community composting plan was approved by the Selectboard, beginning the process of getting a weekly compost collection program off the ground for Gill residents as a prior food waste pickup system is phased out. A “composting coop” will be located near the electric vehicle charging stations in the parking lot of the Riverside Municipal Building on Route 2. Residents who wish to use the site to drop off 5-gallon pails of food waste can sign up to receive a padlock code to access the enclosure once sign-up becomes available. The placement of the composting coop away from homes, with wood shavings placed on the ground, is designed to alleviate odor from the food waste.
NH property-buyers to be notified about potential PFAS contamination under new law
Starting next year, people will be notified about the possibility of PFAS contamination before buying property in New Hampshire. Gov. Chris Sununu signed House Bill 398 on Wednesday, a measure to include PFAS – or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – along with radon and arsenic in the notification about common contaminants in New Hampshire provided […] The post NH property-buyers to be notified about potential PFAS contamination under new law appeared first on New Hampshire Bulletin.
Mass. man went missing on N.H. mountain after hiking group left him behind, police say
A Massachusetts man went missing on a New Hampshire mountain Thursday evening after he struggled to keep up with his hiking group and they left him behind, according to the state’s Fish and Game Department. Mount Monadnock park rangers received a call around 5:30 p.m. about a missing hiker...
PHOTOS: Milton marks Fourth of July with annual lively parade
MILTON– A festive crowd lined Route 7 in Milton yesterday morning to celebrate Independence Day with a vibrant parade. Starting at Milton Middle School and concluding at Bombardier Park, attendees cheered for an array of vintage cars and colorful floats. Many enjoyed collecting candy from participants, while others delighted in the refreshing sprays of water.
Burlington delegation visits new Ukrainian sister city
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A delegation of Burlington residents returned last week from a trip to war-torn Ukraine to visit the Queen City’s new sister city for the first time. In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Burlington severed relations with the Russian city of Yaroslavl....
Mother of slain Burlington woman says alleged perp should have been behind bars
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - July 7th marks one year since Kelley Cusson was found dead in a Burlington park, the victim of an apparent violent sexual assault. The 31-year-old’s mother now wonders if it all could have been avoided if the justice system operated as it should. Construction continues...
PHOTOS: Essex draws huge crowds for Fourth of July celebration
ESSEX JUNCTION — Fireworks, fair food and an air of festivity filled the Champlain Valley Expo fairgrounds Thursday evening for a Fourth of July event to remember. Thousands of spectators came out decked out in their best red, white and blue outfits to celebrate Independence Day. From cowboy hats to Coors Light t-shirts, the American theme was out in full force.
Artistic quilt exhibit on display at Fletcher Farm School for the Arts and Crafts
LUDLOW, Vt. – Susan Damone Balch’s unique quilting is on display in the new Meadowview Gallery. Come visit the open reception on Thursday, July 11, from 6-7 p.m. The current exhibit shows work with a log cabin theme. Starting with a square, strips are added to form patterns in a free-form style.
Man arrested for unlawful trespass in Waterbury
WATERBURY — Vermont State Police arrested a local man on allegations of unlawful trespass after reportedly trying to break into a residence on July 4. Authorities said they received a report around 9:49 p.m. of two individuals attempting to enter a home using a ladder. The residence was expected...
Burlington teen cited for driving 107 mph on Interstate 89
WILLISTON — On July 4, a Burlington teen was cited for driving 42 mph over the speed limit on Interstate 89 near Exit 12. Vermont State Police conducting speed enforcement operations identified a silver SUV traveling at high speeds. Radar confirmed the vehicle, driven by 19-year-old Damascene Niyongere, was...
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