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Twincraft to expand into former Keurig space in Williston
Twincraft CEO Peter Asch in the Winooski lab. VermontBiz photos. by Timothy McQuiston, Vermont Business Magazine Soap and skin care products manufacturer Twincraft Skincare will expand to Williston. CEO Peter Asch told VermontBiz that the rapidly growing company has outgrown its two Essex Junction locations and is taking advantage of the recently available industrial space previously occupied by Keurig Dr Pepper. Keurig roasted and distributed Green Mountain Coffee from the 224,000-square-foot plant off Marshall Avenue. It has consolidated operations at its Essex facilities near Susie Wilson Road.
What To Do: Saturday, August 17
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Let’s take a look at what to do this Saturday. Head over to Bristol Saturday afternoon from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the Pocock Rocks Music Festival and Street Fair. The festival will feature regional bands and performers, local wine and brews, specialty food providers, and artisan makers. There will also be activities for kids and the whole family. All of the money raised will go to Bristol CORE to support their community building efforts.
Stowe Cider to make wastewater improvements with federal grant
The cidery was awarded a grant through the Department of Environmental Conservation, for the roughly $408,000 that will help overhaul the cidery’s on-site wastewater treatment system. Read the story on VTDigger here: Stowe Cider to make wastewater improvements with federal grant.
Hotel project at Burlington airport falls apart, 7 years after efforts began
A public bidding process for new developers will “hopefully” open early next year, according to the airport’s director. Read the story on VTDigger here: Hotel project at Burlington airport falls apart, 7 years after efforts began.
First responders including VSP trooper save a life at Waterbury golf course
The quick actions and teamwork of community members and first responders from the Waterbury Ambulance Service and Vermont State Police saved the life of a woman who experienced a medical emergency at a Waterbury golf course earlier this summer. The incident occurred July 3 at the Blush Hill Country Club...
Women’s Soccer Begins 2024 Season on the Road at UConn
BURLINGTON, Vt. – The Vermont women's soccer team kicks off their 2024 campaign on Saturday night (Aug. 17) as they cross enemy lines to play UConn at 7 p.m. on UConn+ at Morrone Stadium in Storrs, Connecticut. RELATED LINKS. Saturday at UConn: Live Stats | Live Video | Tickets.
Here are seven events coming to Milton in the next month
Music in the Park Series with Milton Farmers Market. Details: Come to the Farmer’s Market and listen to live music from The Dimmer Triplets, Still Kickin’, and other bands throughout the summer. Skip dinner at home and opt for a night in the park instead. Aug. 27 and Sept. 3 are rain dates for previously canceled performances that can be scheduled if needed.
Bellows Falls man nabbed for 3 bank robberies in 2 days
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A Bellows Falls man faces federal charges after authorities say he pulled off three bank robberies in two days. According to court documents, Stephen Loewe, 42, walked into the M&T Bank in Springfield Tuesday morning and demanded cash. Later that afternoon, he went to the Claremont Savings Bank in Springfield and handed the teller a note demanding $500. He then stole a car from a gas station.
High Court denies pre-trial release for man charged with Rutland officer’s murder
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - The Vermont Supreme Court says the man accused of causing a crash that killed a Rutland Police should remain behind bars until his trial. Police say Tate Rheaume was fleeing from officers in July 2023 when he crossed the center line and collided head-on with Officer Jessica Ebbighausen’s cruiser, killing her. He is awaiting trial for aggravated murder, which carries a mandatory life sentence.
Founder and longtime director of Colchester’s Department of Public Works, Bryan Osborne, retires after 33 years
COLCHESTER — Bryan Osborne, who created Colchester’s Department of Public Works and directed it for over three decades, retired at the end of June after 33 years of service in the role. He visited Québec City with his partner last month, and hopes to do more traveling, but...
Badger state represented at national Best Warrior Competition
The Wisconsin Army National Guard’s Spc. Tevin Kenton, a member of Troop C, 1st Squadron, 105th Cavalry Regiment, was among 14 Soldiers representing the best of the National Guard at the national Best Warrior Competition Aug. 4-8 at Ethan Allen Firing Range in Jericho, Vermont. The Best Warrior Competition...
Workforce Expert Seth Mattison Named Keynote Speaker at Annual CFES Conference in Burlington
Internationally renowned workplace visionary Seth Mattison has been named keynote speaker for CFES Brilliant Pathways’ 2024 conference, “The College & Career AI Revolution: Get Ready Now” that will take place in Burlington, Vt., Nov. 18-19. The conference, designed for educators, business leaders and other professionals, will focus...
Know2Protect campaign offers kids online safety education
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Children’s safety online is front and center this school year, and now one government agency is offering advice to educators. The Department of Homeland Security is providing resources specifically for educators and other school personnel who work with kids and teens. The Know2Protect public awareness...
Vermont academy receives 36 million dollars for school expansions and more
Fairfax, VT – The Bellows Free Academy received 36 million dollars for school renovations, extensions, and more. Superintendent of Schools John Tague said “the need for additional space has grown.”. The project will add over 150,000 square feet to BFA, creating more spaces for elementary, middle, and high...
UVM Medical Center gets national accreditation for its pulmonary hypertension program
The University of Vermont Medical Center has received national accreditation for its Pulmonary Hypertension Care Center, which treats patients who suffer from a collection of "rare, progressive and deadly heart-and-lung related conditions," according to a press release. The accreditation from the Pulmonary Hypertension Association means Vermonters will no longer have to travel to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center for treatment in an accredited program. The accreditation will also improve access to national clinical trials and support groups for...
Vermont lifestyle lures biotech duo to buy lumber yard
EAST MIDDLEBURY — What do two 37-year-old friends do after successfully incubating and growing two successful biotechnology companies in the greater Boston area?. They become owner-operators of an established lumber business in East Middlebury, Vt., of course. Not exactly a script you’ll see play out in Forbes, but Andrew...
Missing a world record by a nose: Not quite enough dogs see documentary in Middlebury
More than 200 dogs attended a screening in Middlebury last weekend of the new Netflix documentary “Inside the Mind of a Dog.” That’s a lot of dogs, period, let alone dogs attending a movie. But it still wasn’t quite as many dogs as organizers of the screening had hoped for. ...
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