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Berlin motor vehicle crash leads to extended road closures, power outage
BERLIN — A single-vehicle crash early this morning at the intersection of Lancaster Rd and Randall Rd has resulted in significant damages and extended road closures, according to the Berlin Police Department. The Nashoba Valley Regional Emergency Communications Center received reports of the crash with injuries around 12:45 a.m.
The challenges of living on a fixed income in a state where the taxes keep going up
Many Vermont towns have town plans, which lay out visions for towns in eight-year increments. The town of Calais is currently revising its plan, and reporter Erica Heilman, who’s a resident of Calais — went to a recent planning session held by the town plan committee. There she...
Town of Plainfield offers residents safety tips ahead of April 8 solar eclipse
PLAINFIELD, Vt. — With less than two weeks to go until next month's total solar eclipse, excitement is mounting nationwide for this once-in-a-lifetime event. An unprecedented number of travelers are expected to arrive in Vermont and New York on April 8, and local officials are rolling up their sleeves and getting to work to make sure visitors and locals can stay safe during the eclipse.
Vermont seeks to implement new federal health care reform program
Leaders at the state Agency of Human Services have applied to enroll in a federal initiative to reduce care costs, improve population health and invest in primary care. Critics are skeptical. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont seeks to implement new federal health care reform program .
Feet of snow buried some Vermont towns over the weekend - how much snow fell and where.
It may be spring, but that didn't stop Mother Nature from dropping a doozy of a snowstorm on Vermont. Snow totals across the state from the weekend ranged from 4 inches to a whopping 33 inches − nearly 3 feet of snow in some locations. This winter has certainly...
Vermont snags $28.5 million in earmarks. Which Chittenden County projects are being funded?
After an already lucrative month, Vermont took home an additional – and final – $28.5 million in congressionally directed spending for the fiscal year on Saturday, March 23. The state’s second batch of “earmarks” – part of a $1.2 trillion appropriations package passed by the U.S. Senate on...
15 inches of snow to hit parts of Vermont this weekend
The expected total snowfall for Vermont over the weekend of March 22. Image via the National Weather Service. More than a foot of snow is forecast to fall on central and northern Vermont this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. The snowstorm is expected to start late Friday night...
Governor Scott, Amanda Shangraw present personal responses on affordability and everyday challenges
Vermont Business Magazine At his weekly press conference today, Governor Phil Scott addressed the affordability challenges so many Vermonters are facing. Between rising costs, higher taxes, fees and penalties, too many Vermonters and small businesses are struggling to get by. He was joined by Amanda Shangraw, the owner of a...
LETTER: Backcountry rescue team cautions against eclipse hiking trips
In ordinary circumstances, the Waterbury Backcountry Rescue Team encourages and supports using all official hiking trails in our area. However, we strongly advise against any such venture during the forthcoming solar eclipse. Do not attempt to hike to high or remote areas!. The Green Mountain Club will not open the...
As the state budget progresses to the House floor, fiscal debate between Scott and lawmakers comes to a head
The House’s proposed budget, slated for a floor vote later this week, differs from Gov. Phil Scott’s proposed budget by less than a percent. But those differences are overshadowed by proposed new taxes that would mostly hit in 2026. Read the story on VTDigger here: As the state budget progresses to the House floor, fiscal debate between Scott and lawmakers comes to a head.
Police search for suspect in Barre City vandalism
BARRE, Vt. (WCAX) - Police in Barre City are investigating a weekend vandalism. Police say the Armed Forces recruitment center on North Main Street in Barre was vandalized Friday night or early Saturday morning. They say the suspect painted anti-war graffiti along the front and side of the building, appearing...
Green Mountain Transit postpones fare collection indefinitely in Chittenden County - why?
Free bus access will continue for Chittenden County residents for a little longer. Green Mountain Transit (GMT) has announced another pause on the collection of fares. The GMT website posted the announcement along with a statement regarding why fare collection has been halted again. "We regret to inform you that the resumption of...
Green Mountain Transit considers major budget cuts in 2025
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Green Mountain Transit expects to see a $2.7 million deficit for fiscal year 2026. The bus company said customers and staff could see potential budget cuts starting in mid-2025. As federal pandemic-era funding runs out, GMT said it may have to even cut some bus routes...
30-unit housing project is 1st step toward Berlin’s new town center
With a population of just 3,000, Berlin is home to some of central Vermont’s major employers, including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont, several car dealerships and the Central Vermont Medical Center. Read the story on VTDigger here: 30-unit housing project is 1st step toward Berlin’s new town center.
Region braces for major snowstorm
COLCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) - Now that spring has arrived, our region is expected to get hit overnight with what could be the biggest snowstorm of the season. The National Weather Service has issued multiple Winter Storm Watches and Advisories for the WCAX region, some calling for totals upwards of 18 inches. The action is expected to begin around midnight on Friday with heavy snow changing to a wintery mix later on Saturday.
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