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Phish’s Trey Anastasio Opens Addiction Recovery Center With Former Caseworker
Phish frontman Trey Anastasio, now 17 years sober, is set to open the doors to a residential recovery program, Divided Sky, in his native Vermont with the caseworker who helped him after he was arrested for heroin possession and driving under the influence in 2006.Phish Cram the Jams and Trampolines Onto Cubicle-Sized Stage for 'Tiny Desk' Concert “We want to be available to everybody that needs help. It’s a place of healing,” Anastasio told People. “Everybody who works there is in recovery. Virtually everyone understands, and there’s no judgment.” After taking OxyContin in 2000 after a dental surgery, per the outlet,...
Vermont cheeses win 34 ribbons in international competition
Vermont took home 34 individual ribbons at the American Cheese Society‘s (ACS’s) National Judging and Competition event this year, including 10 first place positions, 14 second place positions, and 10 third place positions. Winners were announced at the American Cheese Society‘s annual conference, held in Buffalo, New York,...
Awaiting federal declaration, state forges ahead with Vermont’s flood cleanup
“While it may seem like it's taking a while for damage to be assessed, it's important to remember it's only been two weeks since the storm,” Gov. Phil Scott said Wednesday. Read the story on VTDigger here: Awaiting federal declaration, state forges ahead with Vermont’s flood cleanup.
New report: Vt. Gov. Scott most popular in US, R.I. Gov. McKee very unpopular
Meanwhile, Gov. Maura Healey did pretty well — but so far, she's no Charlie Baker. New England is home to some of the country’s most — and least — popular governors. For the eighth quarter in a row, Vermont’s Phil Scott was found to be the most popular governor in the country, according to a recent report from Morning Consult. Dan McKee of Rhode Island, meanwhile, was found to be the country’s second-most unpopular governor.
Vermont faces lawsuit over climate change law
(The Center Square) — A regional environmental group plans to sue Vermont over a climate change law, alleging that the state isn't complying with mandates to reduce its carbon footprint. The Conservation Law Foundation said it had sent a notice of alleged violation to Vermont’s secretary of the Agency of Natural Resources for "failing to meet the legal responsibilities" set by the Global Warming Solutions Act to reduce "climate-damaging" emissions. The legal challenge specifically names the secretary of the Agency of Natural Resources, Julie Moore. ...
Getting WGDH Back On the Air
July 25, 2024 - The CVCR Board has authorized the immediate purchase of a new audio processor to get WGDH, Hardwick back on the air. It is the fastest solution to get back on and, for $3,500, what we can afford to fundraise for on top of our existing fundraising commitments for the FY24 budget.
Jimmy Buffett, Grateful Dead, Foreigner and Journey tribute bands headline free series
RUTLAND, Vt. — A popular and long-running free concert series is returning to downtown Rutland. The Friday Night Live shows for 2024 kick off Friday, July 26 with Captain Mike and the Shipwrecked, a nine-piece Jimmy Buffett tribute band. There will also be food trucks and activities for families on Center Street and Merchants Row, including a free bouncy house for kids.
Multiple charges related to drug trafficking and burglary
At about 9:45 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2024, the Vermont State Police was notified of a burglary at a residence on Pine Street in the town of North Troy. A trooper met with the complainants at the residence and learned a safe was removed and broken into, and a person was cashing stolen checks at a local bank. It was reported more than $30,000 in cash currency was stolen from within the safe. During subsequent investigation, Darin Farley was identified as a suspect, later located, and taken into custody for the felony offense of False Pretenses or Tokens. Farley, 36, of North Troy was transported to the Derby Barracks for processing.
Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival returns for a 16th year
WILMINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The 16th annual Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival kicks off on Friday with festivities running through next week. The week of events includes everything from street fairs, parades, a block party, and even a pancake breakfast. The festivities start on Friday night with live music and a...
Schifilliti Park will undergo construction of a newly paved walking and biking path
Schifilliti Park will be under construction for the next month as a new pathway is being constructed. Construction began July 22 on the Schifilliti Park Pathway, a paved walk and bike pathway that will run behind C.P. Smith Elementary School, connecting James Avenue to Gosse Court through the park. Construction is expected to continue through mid-August, according to the Burlington Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Department, reaching substantial completion before the start of the school year Aug. 26. People should expect a brief one-day closure of the park access from James Avenue when new pavement is installed in August. An update will be posted to the city's website and social medias when the schedule is confirmed.The area will remain open during construction. Burlington Parks asks visitors to use caution when traveling through the parts of Schifilliti Park undergoing work and follow all instructions from on-site personnel.
Grace Potter announces special Grand Point North sets
Burlington, VT- After announcing last week that her July 27 and 28 shows at the Grand Point North Concert Series at Burlington’s Waterfront Park would benefit flood relief efforts, Grace Potter said Wednesday that she will perform two special sets of music this weekend. Potter said her July 27...
PCB spike threatens NCUHS school opening
NEWPORT –– North Country Union High School is grappling with a persistent PCB problem that threatens to derail the upcoming academic year. Recent tests have revealed an unexpected surge in PCB levels, casting doubt on whether the school can open its doors on time—or at all—this fall.
10th Cavalry Apartments to bring 65 affordable units of housing to Colchester
COLCHESTER — Sixty-five new apartments are coming to the historic Fort Ethan Allen in Colchester, in an effort to combat existing pressures to find affordable housing in Vermont. These rentals, 10th Cavalry Apartments, are brought to the area by Northern Vermont nonprofit Champlain Housing Trust, through a partnership with...
Inflation, $2,000 camps are creating a summer crisis for working parents: 'It is complete chaos'
The math seemed impossible, but numbers don’t lie — it was less expensive for Julie Kelley to send her 9-year-old son to seven different summer camps in three states than to enroll him in one full-time program in Vermont, where they live. Summer vacation lasts 10 weeks for...
See ANVIL's Entire Summer 2024 U.S. Tour Kick-Off Concert
Canadian metal legends ANVIL kicked off their summer 2024 U.S. tour on July 10 at Stone Church in Brattleboro, Vermont. Fan-filmed video of the entire concert can be seen below (courtesy of Airrick Nh). ANVIL released its 20th studio album "One And Only", on June 28 via AFM Records. The...
Burlington City Council considers police oversight charter change and other items during July meeting
The Burlington, Vermont City Council held its July meeting at the temporary home of the Burlington High School, where councilors heard an update on construction of a new school and took up other city business. The Burlington High School has been leasing space for three-and-a-half years in a former department...
After 87 years serving youth, Sara Holbrook Community Center suspends programming
“After a deep assessment of our financial picture, the board had no other choice but to move forward with this difficult decision,” said a statement from the center. Read the story on VTDigger here: After 87 years serving youth, Sara Holbrook Community Center suspends programming.
Milton's new Public Works Facility nears completion, anticipates October opening
The Town of Milton is on track to unveil its new public works building by Oct. 1, marking a significant milestone in the town's infrastructure development. The $6.5 million facility, set to consolidate public works and building and grounds operations, will bring these services closer to other municipal offices and Milton’s downtown core, enhancing operational efficiency.