Hiker dies on Camels Hump
A 53-year-old hiker from Maryland died on Camel’s Hump on Thursday. Vermont State Police say the incident is considered the result of a medical event and not suspicious.
Wanted: Applicants by Oct. 12 for town committees, & other town announcements
There are several important announcements from the Waterbury town offices this week.
Winter forecast calls for a drop in road salt on town streets
The Waterbury Select Board on Monday approved a new trial policy to skip using road salt on some town streets this winter.
Local residents among 180 recent appointees to state boards
From May through September, Gov. Phil Scott has appointed 180 Vermonters to state boards and commissions, inducing several local residents.
Duxbury property tax payments due Friday
Duxbury Town Clerk Maureen Harvey reminds residents that property tax payments are due Friday, October 13.
‘Madonna’s Earth’ mural gets a home along Stowe Street
A community project two years in the making has added a new colorful piece of public art to downtown Waterbury along Stowe Street.
Waterbury debuts on Facebook with a local government page
The Town of Waterbury has debuted its new communication platform with the recent creation of a public Facebook page.
Walking tour, open house seek input on new zoning regs
In an effort to both spread the word and ask for feedback on revisions to local zoning regulations, the Waterbury Planning Commission will host an open house starting with a walking tour on Thursday, Oct. 5, starting at 5 p.m.
VSP: Man who tried to light Molotov cocktail returned to Vt., committed more crimes
BARRE — A Waterbury man accused of trying to light a Molotov cocktail on fire on another man’s property has again been released to his property in Maine after police say he returned to Vermont and committed more crimes.
During permit review, community members scrutinize plans for new Main Street apartments
Waterbury residents expressed concerns to the Development Review Board recently about the design of a three-story 26-unit apartment building proposed for 51 South Main Street.
Police & Rescue: No major injuries in Rt. 100 crash, backcountry rescue
No serious injuries were reported from police and rescue calls this weekend including a head-on crash near Shaw’s on Vermont Route 100 in Waterbury.
State police arrest Waterbury man with court order to stay in Maine
A Waterbury man released from jail to live in Maine while awaiting court action on multiple criminal charges was back in jail this weekend after state police arrested him Friday night in Waterbury Center.
Waterbury skunk is Washington County’s first rabies case this year
The Vermont Department of Health has found a recent case of rabies in a skunk in Waterbury and the public is reminded to take steps to protect people and pets from rabies.
Select Board sets Dec. 5 date for town charter vote
Waterbury voters will be asked to go to the polls for a special election on Tuesday, Dec. 5, to decide whether to create a town charter that would allow for new local taxes and clarify some of the municipal manager’s responsibilities.
Moretown Cemeteries Commission looks to pick up the pieces after hit-and-run damage
At 7 a.m. on Labor Day, when most people are planning barbecues and beach outings, Mary Murphy-Blake arrived at the Moretown Village Cemetery for her morning inspection to discover the normally well-kept space a total disaster.
Man accused of trying to light Molotov cocktail released to his property in Maine
A man accused of trying to light a Molotov cocktail on fire at a Waterbury Center home, vandalizing a family member’s vehicle and other crimes has been released so he can live at his home in Maine while the cases against him are pending.
Rescue team assists Camel’s Hump hiker down from the mountain
Last weekend, the Waterbury Backcountry Rescue Team was called out to Camel’s Hump where a 72-year-old hiker from New York had become stranded and unable to make it down the mountain without help.
Recent state police cases: grand larceny, drug/alcohol offenses, leaving the scene of an accident
Vermont State Police say they intercepted a juvenile from New Hampshire at an Interstate 89 rest area in Waterbury Wednesday morning who was responsible for stealing a commercial truck in New Hampshire and a trailer in Vermont.
On deck: Select Board considers charter/tax question; DRB gets first look at 51 S. Main apartments
At meetings next week, the Waterbury Select Board will consider moving ahead on a measure to create a town charter to allow the town to levy local option taxes and the Waterbury Development Review Board gets its first look at plans for a three-story apartment building at 51 S. Main Street.
Commander promoted at Berlin state police barracks
The Vermont State Police recently announced the promotion of its Berlin barracks commander.