Hunting changes proposed as black bear numbers set new records
The latest data from Vermont wildlife biologists says the state’s black bear population continues to grow and officials at the Department of Fish & Wildlife are considering expanding the state’s annual bear hunt.
Home demolitions begin under FEMA buyout program
Two flood-damaged homes on Union Street were demolished last month through a FEMA buyout program. The tear-downs mark the latest step in Waterbury’s effort to reduce future flood damage in which homeowners have to weigh difficult choices about whether to leave, rebuild or adapt.
Three Democrats compete in Washington County assistant judge primary race
One of the few local contests in Tuesday’s primary in Washington County is a three-way race among Democratic candidates for two Assistant Judge seats on the November ballot.
Waterbury on the cusp of Vermont early voting hot spots
The Secretary of State’s office on Thursday shared details from a survey of municipalities around the state to see how many Vermonters have taken the opportunity to vote early.
Agenda item poses whether to shift town clerk, treasurer roles from elected to appointed
Up for discussion at tonight’s Waterbury Select Board meeting is an item posing the possibility of shifting Waterbury’s elected town clerk and treasurer positions to appointed roles in town government.
Milton man accused of stealing over $18K from Moretown couple's credit union account
BARRE — A Milton man is accused of defrauding a Moretown couple out of over $18,000.
Are you ready for Vermont’s Aug. 11 primary election?
Vermont’s statewide primary election is Tuesday, Aug. 11, although early voting is available right now at town and city clerk offices around the state. Do you have a plan to vote? Here’s info you might find helpful before you vote.
Road Work | Week of Aug. 3-7
State resurfacing projects continue on Interstate 89 between Waterbury and Montpelier. Those will mean slow southbound travel both above and south of Waterbury. Plan accordingly.
Round 2 of rabies vaccine bait drop begins Aug. 1
Another round of rabies vaccines for wildlife will be distributed around Vermont starting on Aug. 1, according to the Vermont Department of Health.
Crash with two dump trucks, one pickup closes Rt. 100 for over five hours
No one was seriously hurt on Monday morning in a head-on crash involving two commercial dump trucks and a Ford pickup on Vermont Route 100 in Waterbury Center, according to state investigators.
Road Work | Week of July 27-31
Local crews will be working on two culvert replacement projects on Perry Hill this week with road closures on Tuesday and Thursday. Warren has a road closure for bank stabilization work. State resurfacing projects continue on Interstate 89 between Waterbury and Montpelier.
African high school students explore Vermont through a leadership program and cultural exchange
Project Harmony International’s Youth Ambassadors Africa Program hosts 65 students and 10 mentors from Africa in Vermont from July 10 to July 28.
Four Democrats vying for three seats representing Washington County, Braintree, Orange, Stowe in Vt. Senate
MONTPELIER — Four Democrats are running for three seats looking to represent Washington County and the towns of Braintree, Orange and Stowe in the Vermont Senate.
UPDATE: Missing Duxbury man found safe; tips help resolve trespass inquiry
Vermont State Police are seeking help from the public in two cases from Duxbury: locating a missing 74-year-old man and identifying two trespassers who reportedly entered an occupied home.
VSP briefs: Bank cards stolen; crashes include e-bike & Subaru; driver nabbed at 111 mph on I-89
Recent reports from Vermont State Police in and around Waterbury include credit'/debit cards reported stolen, crashes including an e-bike & a Subaru, and a driver caught at 111 mph on I-89.
Tuesday Vermont Public forum features Democratic lt. gov. candidates
Vermont’s three contenders for the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor will meet for a candidate forum with Vermont Public on Tuesday at noon.
Cautionary tale: Bear totals Toyota RAV4
Warren resident Rin Merrick has lived in bear country long enough to know the rules: don’t leave food outside, secure the trash and lock the car. But one night last month, exhausted from work, she forgot that last step. Story from The Valley Reporter.
State issues Air Quality Alert for Saturday
The Vermont Departments of Health and Environmental Conservation have issued an air quality alert for Saturday, July 18, beginning at 6 a.m. and running through 11 p.m. for all counties in Vermont due to wildfire smoke from Canada.
Finally fixed: Seminary Apartments elevator is back in service
After more than five months of being out of order, the elevator in the Green Mountain Seminary apartment complex has been fixed, the building’s owner said Thursday.
Road Work | Week of July 20-24
Local crews will be working in multiple locations around town this week. Southbound I-89 paving projects continue with night work between Waterbury and Montpelier, and slow one-lane travel between Richmond-Waterbury.