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Nuclear options for NY's power supply issues, vaccinations and school records, local love
Good morning ☀️ It’s Friday, so I’m highlighting some local love and Finger Lakes moments sent in by readers later on in this newsletter. If you have any Finger Lakes moments you’d like to share, send your best photos and a short passage to JMack@gannett.com so you can help spread the love to other...
Milton football begins new era under familiar face
MILTON, Vt. (WCAX) - High school football season is right around the corner, with teams from all over the state opening up camp this week. On Tuesday, we caught up with a squad looking to build momentum under a first-year head coach. And it should be a very familiar face for the Yellow Jackets and their fans, as Dustin Rock takes over at Milton. The 25-year old former Castleton Spartan takes the reigns at his high school alma mater following two years as an assistant under Jim Provost and Mike Williams. Last fall, Milton got off to a good start with a dominant win over Missisquoi...then didn’t win again until mid-October. A big victory over Spaulding gave them a window, and a miraculous comeback against Mt. Abe-Vergennes would send the Jackets to the playoffs for the first time in five years. Now a number of key contributors from last year’s team have moved on, guys like Kayden Geraw and Matt Zeno. But with a number of guys on the line and targets like Sam Plouffe returing, the Jackets are looking to build themselves back into a regular playoff team. “That experience will help us,” said senior lineman Quintin Mitchell. “We’ll learn from the mistakes we made last year, and we’ll be able to use what we did in those last two games to carry us through the season.” “It has carried on into camp,” fellow senior lineman Kenyon Burke said of last year’s late momentum. “We have great energy right now. Everyone’s bonding together. It’s gonna be a great year.” “It’s a boyhood dream come true,” Rock said of taking over at Milton. “This place means a lot to me. I went on to play at Castleton and that would’ve never been possible without this place. I think we’re seeing the effects of where we left off last year, and that our tough loss in Fair Haven didn’t really knock these guys down. We’re three practices in, and the effort, the energy and the heart, it’s all there. They found this drive and this motivation. They came in this year, very, very hungry.” Milton opens its season Friday, August 30th against Chittenden County rival Colchester.
Colonie Police investigating shooting that stemmed from Facebook Marketplace sale
Colonie Police are investigating a shooting they said was prompted by a Facebook Marketplace sale. Officers were called to the area of Frederick Avenue around 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. They learned two vehicles crashed and a gun was fired from at least one, police said. Everyone left before police arrived. Officers...
Advice for Families During the College Transition
The transition to college is difficult for not only students, but parents and families, too. That is why we’ve put together a resource guide with advice for families. Hear from some of the Champlain College staff who support your student and help them make the most of this new experience.
Brandon to be 64th concert in the ‘Play Every Town’ concert series on Aug. 24
BRANDON—The life of a professional musician involves a lot of travel. And for musicians who reach a certain level of renown, a good part of that travel is done by airplane. But increasingly, air travel is seen as a major polluter and contributor to climate change, prompting some green-minded musicians to rethink the way they manage their schedules and careers.
Pittsford’s women artists have their moment in Montpelier
MONTPELIER—The Pittsford Historical Society (PHS) has put together a fascinating exhibit on female artists who lived and worked in the town from the mid-1800s through the mid-1900s. The show is currently up at the Vermont Historical Society (VHS) in Montpelier and offers a unique perspective on Pittsford. At a...
Competition spiced up at the 11th annual Chili Cook-Off
The 11th annual Killington Chili Cook-Off was held at the K-1 Base Lodge Thursday, Aug. 8. Despite the rainy evening an estimated150 people attended the event which helped raise money for the Recreation Scholarship Fund, according to Emily Hudson, director of the Dept. of Parks and Recreation. Winners: 11th annual Killington Chili Cook-off By Victoria […]
What Will Happen to Snake Hill? Nonprofit Seeks Community Input
STILLWATER — Saratoga PLAN (Preserving Land and Nature), a nonprofit land trust, held an open house event at Dock Brown’s Lakeside Tavern on Tuesday to share three potential site options for Snake Hill, a 32-acre forested dome on the eastern shore of Saratoga Lake. The hill, located in...
Local High School Implementing New Cell Phone Policy
BALLSTON LAKE — Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School will be implementing a new cell phone policy this year. When students return to school at the end of the summer, they’ll be required to place their phones in a “rack” or cubby near the door of each classroom. Students won’t be able to access their phones during class, but they can still use their phones during lunch and in the hallway between classes.
‘Melique Garcia Day’ to honor Watervliet Olympian
Watervliet is honoring one of its own on Thursday. Melique Garcia is back from Paris after competing in the 100M dash at the Olympics. Garcia is a 2010 graduate of Watervliet High school and is now a track-and-field coach for the school. At the summer games, Garcia ran for Honduras,...
UVMMC culinary medicine program gets national recognition
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - If you’re going to the UVM Medical Center, it’s usually not great news. But if you’re looking for respite, or maybe something more, there’s a secret garden off to the side where you can come and visit. “When people see themselves in...
North West Channels Stepmom Bianca Censori in Furry Hat While Out With Kim Kardashian in NYC
North West seemed to be taking fashion inspiration from stepmom Bianca Censori while in New York City, even though she was in town with mother Kim Kardashian. Despite high temperatures above 80 degrees, North, 11, donned a large furry hat on Wednesday, August 14, that was nearly identical to one that Bianca, 29, wore to designer Amina Muaddi‘s pop-up store in Dubai in December 2023.
New York State Man Dies After Concrete Wall Falls On Him
Police say a New York state man died Tuesday morning after a freak accident at a scrap yard where he was employed. An investigation into the matter revealed that one of the man's coworkers accidentally struck a concrete wall, which caused it to become unstable and fall. Deaths On the...
Vt. festival a celebration of diversity through soccer
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - The World Soccer Festival is coming to Montpelier this weekend. The celebration of diversity through soccer began in 2010 when a Hyde Park Elementary PE teacher organized an event to celebrate the diversity of soccer and bring people together. After over 12 years of hosting, the organizers are handing it over to a new group of soccer parents, coaches, and referees for the event at Montpelier High School on Saturday. Spectators are encouraged to come out and enjoy the fun from 9 to 2.
Soles of Duende on the Bandwagon Summer Stage
PUTNEY, Vt. – The Next Stage Bandwagon Summer Series presents dance trio Soles of Duende on Saturday, Aug. 24, at 6 p.m., at the Puntey Inn, 57 Puntey Landing Road. Bonded by their deep love of music, their crafts, and their true connection, Soles of Duende is on a lifelong mission to elevate the joy and music of true collaboration across disciplines, and the celebration of the forms they practice. Based in the sounds of tap, flamenco, and Kathak, Soles of Duende’s fire is the spirit that lives within each of these women to celebrate their connection given their beautiful differences, and to uplift the forms that made them.
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