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First Responders Honored With Life Saving Awards
The City of Essex Junction recently recognized the outstanding efforts of its first responders during an Essex Junction Fire Department meeting with the City Council in attendance on July 8, 2024. The City Council commended the brave men and women who went above and beyond the call of duty to save lives in our community.
Penn–to Paper–Contract in Netherlands
BURLINGTON, VT – Vermont men’s basketball alum, Dylan Penn has agreed to continue his professional basketball career in the Netherlands. The one-time Catamount, played just one season at UVM, helping the program to another NCAA appearance. More details on his latest decision, in the video above.
One year later, Acworth sees progress to recovery after major flood damage
A year after floods destroyed roads across New Hampshire, damage that threatened buildings in the town of Acworth has been repaired. The journey to recovery for the 850-person town, which saw 32 roads damaged in major storms two years apart, has been a long one. And it isn’t over. The town still has projects ongoing with the Federal Emergency Management Agency from 2021, and is just beginning others for repairs from the 2023 storms.
Phil Scott, state leaders provide flood recovery update nearly one week after severe storms
BERLIN, Vt. — Gov. Phil Scott and other state leaders are gathering once again in Berlin to provide the latest updates on flood recovery efforts following last week's severe storms. The media briefing comes nearly one week after severe storms rocked towns and cities in Vermont and the North...
Former Vermont trooper stripped of certification
PITTSFORD, Vt. (WCAX) - A former Vermont state trooper has been stripped of his certification. The Vermont Criminal Justice Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to permanently decertify Zachary Gauthier of Weathersfield from practicing law enforcement in the state. Gauthier pleaded guilty to three misdemeanor charges in January of last year,...
Flood mitigation in Vermont towns will take years of work as extreme weather threats increase
The aptly named Inn by the River is perched on the banks of the Lamoille River, just off Route 15 in Hardwick. It’s a precarious spot: During a flood in the 1970s, the hotel got dragged into the river. And last July it happened again. The Lamoille crested at 21 feet, inundated the hotel, and nearly pulled it back into the waterway.
Flood hazards remain, even after river levels drop, DEC warns
MONTPELIER, Vt. — Even though river levels have returned to normal following last week's flooding, the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation has an important reminder it wants you to hear. The department strongly urges you to think of what still could be going on upstream before you engage in...
Vermont leaders condemn political violence after Trump assassination attempt
“This is a horrifying moment for our democracy,” U.S. Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt., said in a written statement issued within hours of the attack. “We must condemn violence always — it is never acceptable.” Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont leaders condemn political violence after Trump assassination attempt.
'It was shocking': Vermont community torn apart by devastating floods
PLAINFIELD, Vt. — In only a few days, multiple devastating floods have hit the Vermont area. Now, towns and cities across Vermont and New York are leftpicking up the pieces, according to NBC5, WMTW's sister station in Burlington. Plainfield, Vermont, is one community that was ripped apart by the...
Vermont seeks federal damage assessment for floods caused by Hurricane Beryl's remnants
PLAINFIELD, Vt. (AP) — Vermont is seeking an assessment to determine whether last week’s flooding, which damaged homes, knocked down bridges and washed out roads, qualifies for a federal disaster declaration and aid. The flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Beryl happened a year after the state experienced catastrophic flooding that left some victims still awaiting home buyouts or repairs. “We know this storm has done tremendous damage in many communities, and those impacted will need help to recover,” Gov. Phil Scott said in a statement Saturday. “That’s why it’s so critical for Vermonters to report their damage to help us demonstrate the need for these federal resources.” Two people were killed by the flooding, including a motorist in Lyndonville and a man who was riding an all-terrain vehicle in Peacham, authorities said.
Magical story ballet “Thumbelina” arrives in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Audiences of all ages will delight in “Thumbelina,” an original story ballet from Avant Vermont Dance, touring southeastern Vermont this July. An adventurous tale of a tiny girl who meets a cast of animals on her way a magical fairyland, “Thumbelina” will be performed at Riverside Park in Springfield on Monday, July 22, at 6 p.m. Additional dates include Saturday, July 20, at 11 a.m., at Lyman Point Park in White River Junction, presented as part of The Junction Dance Festival, and Friday, July 26, at 5:30 and 7 p.m., at Retreat Farm in Brattleboro.
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