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St. Johnsbury police sergeant denies aggravated assault charge over jaywalking
Following an altercation that involved multiple tasings, the suspected jaywalker was treated at a local hospital for injuries that included multiple facial fractures, according to court filings. Read the story on VTDigger here: St. Johnsbury police sergeant denies aggravated assault charge over jaywalking.
Big barges help install cable for New York power project in Lake Champlain
From afar, three barges in the middle of Lake Champlain may look like a floating amusement park, but in fact, they are part of a project to install a cable that is expected to provide New York City with 20% of its power. The project, called the Champlain Hudson Power...
The state wants to build a new women’s prison. What do those held there think?
“This building is not fit to house people, to have people living in it and working in it,” said one person who runs a program in the prison. Read the story on VTDigger here: The state wants to build a new women’s prison. What do those held there think?.
Conservation Law Foundation proceeds with lawsuit against state for alleged violations of climate law
The organization claims in its lawsuit the state is using an inaccurate model to conclude that no additional state government actions are needed to meet a 2025 deadline for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Read the story on VTDigger here: Conservation Law Foundation proceeds with lawsuit against state for alleged violations of climate law.
John Ficociello
In addition to John’s loyalty to his family, he enjoyed many a casino around the world as well his local poker games at the Ethan Allen Club. Most recently, he enjoyed playing cribbage at the Burlington Country Club, where he twice won a title. Read the story on VTDigger here: John Ficociello.
Cambridge farmer expands into Granite State meat processing
The expansion is being funded by a $2.1 million local meat capacity grant, one of 33 recipients that received a chunk of the $26 million distributed through the program nationally. Read the story on VTDigger here: Cambridge farmer expands into Granite State meat processing.
Julie Moore: Lost time is never found again
The successful creation of a far-reaching and consequential policy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions — such as the clean heat standard — must include real consideration of its costs. Read the story on VTDigger here: Julie Moore: Lost time is never found again.
A county prosecutor’s dog continues to attack others. Burlington neighbors have had enough.
The dog bit a man in Leddy Park last week, sending him to the emergency room. Neighbors say the dog’s behavior has gone on for months. Read the story on VTDigger here: A county prosecutor’s dog continues to attack others. Burlington neighbors have had enough..
Plainfield community leans into humor and tradition during flood recovery
Almost three months since Plainfield was devastated by flooding, its residents are feeling a mix of grief and hope. Read the story on VTDigger here: Plainfield community leans into humor and tradition during flood recovery.
Testing shows EEE-positive mosquitoes on the decline, but officials still advise caution
The virus’ pattern of spreading through infected birds makes the statewide picture more complicated to track. Read the story on VTDigger here: Testing shows EEE-positive mosquitoes on the decline, but officials still advise caution.
A group of residents pursues multigenerational housing project in Jericho
The Wisdom House project envisions a mix of 60 middle-income condos and 40 small cottages for multigenerational housing with a focus on senior artists. Read the story on VTDigger here: A group of residents pursues multigenerational housing project in Jericho.
VTDigger launches 2024 Digger Debate Series for top Vermont races
Starting Oct. 1, VTDigger will host livestreamed debates featuring leading candidates for lieutenant governor, governor, U.S. House and U.S. Senate. Read the story on VTDigger here: VTDigger launches 2024 Digger Debate Series for top Vermont races.
Health clinic seeks to install harm reduction vending machine in White River Junction
Good Neighbor clinic is seeking approval from the Hartford planning commission. Read the story on VTDigger here: Health clinic seeks to install harm reduction vending machine in White River Junction.
Vermont physician leaders: Shorter primary care appointments are not a good prescription for Vermont
Inadequate time with patients leads to missed medical issues and reduces the opportunity for thorough examination, diagnosis, communication and shared decision-making between the PCP and the patient. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont physician leaders: Shorter primary care appointments are not a good prescription for Vermont.
Beverly Frost: Health care plans need to take transportation and mental health care into account
Vermont needs comprehensive, well-planned health services. Read the story on VTDigger here: Beverly Frost: Health care plans need to take transportation and mental health care into account.
School bond to go before Royalton and Bethel voters in November
The majority of the cost — around $4.1 million — will go toward a performing arts center in South Royalton. Other upgrades call for $385,000 to update and expand workshop and welding areas, and $642,000 for secure entrances at both the middle and high schools. Read the story on VTDigger here: School bond to go before Royalton and Bethel voters in November.
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