Road Work | Sept. 22-26
Granite curbing will take place this week on the new Stowe Street bridge. Expect delays in the vicinity of the project. On I-89 southbound: guardrail installation, milling and paving (including nighttime work) continue. Local updates will be added.
Gov. Phil Scott, union president release dueling videos on state employees’ return to office
In an appeal to state workers, Gov. Phil Scott released a video statement this week explaining his decision to institute a three-days-per-week return to office across state government.
Kids take top honors in Sunzilla & Green Monster contest
Two laid-back young gardeners took top honors on Thursday in Waterbury Rotary’s 32nd annual Hunt for Sunzilla and the Other Green Monster contests held at Rusty Parker Memorial Park.
Perry Hill land deal needs final $22k to add 83 acres to Putnam State Forest
Waterbury’s land conservation nonprofit is close to the finish line on its second project, which will add 83 acres to Putnam State Forest on Perry Hill.
Wildlife crossings save animals’ lives, but what’s cost for Vermonters?
In May, the University of Vermont published research on a Monkton wildlife underpass that protects amphibians from vehicles. At the same time, a major crossing on Interstate-89 and Route 2 was retracted due to a lack of funding.
Road Work | Sept. 15-19
Work continues on the finishing touches to the new Stowe Street bridge. Expect delays as crews add guardrails and curbs, and work on the traffic signal. On I-89S: guardrail installation and nighttime milling and paving near Exits 8 & 9. Local updates will be added.
Governor makes three admin leadership appointments
Gov. Phil Scott on Friday announced appointments for three key administration leadership roles in the departments of Labor and Health.
Researchers to explore Vermont’s robust bear population
If it seems like Vermont has a lot of black bears, it’s because it does. New data from the Vt. Department of Fish & Wildlife bears that out and wildlife biologists are launching new research to understand how the bear population is thriving.
Road Work | Sept. 8-12
Work continues on the finishing touches to the new Stowe Street bridge. Expect one-lane traffic for awhile yet. On I-89S, workers are installing new guardrails along the new pavement. And additional local updates for the week.
Police/Rescue: Two hurt in crash on Rt. 100; rescue on Camels Hump
Two reports from first responder here: a two-car crash that injured both drivers on Rt. 100 on Wednesday, and a call from an injured hiker on Camels Hump on Aug. 28.
Activists push ‘Workers Over Billionaires’ message on Labor Day
Local activists joined in a Labor Day demonstration in Waitsfield on Monday as part of an estimated 1,000 ‘Workers Over Billionaires’ rallies around the country on the holiday.
State Police stop wrong-way driver and driver of a stolen car
Vermont State Police say that a Milton woman faces multiple charges after being arrested at an interstate rest area in Waterbury on Saturday morning.
Road Work | Sept. 2-5
The new Stowe Street bridge is open for motorists, but work to complete the project continues. Expect alternating one-way traffic and flaggers, and delays on Rt. 100 near the work zone for a while longer. Additional I-89 and local updates here.
ROAD WORK UPDATE: Stowe St. bridge to open Weds.
The opening of the new Stowe Street bridge and Lincoln Street adjacent to the project have been pushed to Wednesday, Aug. 27, after paving is completed. Also, in Duxbury, repairs are underway at the intersection of Vt. Rt. 100 and Crossett Hill Road.
Road Work | Aug. 23-29
The Lincoln Street opening has been pushed back to the evening of Tuesday, Aug. 26 — the same day officials say the new Stowe Street bridge will be opened. Expect alternating one-way traffic and flaggers and delays on Rt. 100 near the work zone.
After 30+ miles, one crash, troopers nab erratic I-89 driver
An erratic driver on Interstate 89 on Tuesday disrupted northbound traffic from Brookfield to Bolton before state police were able to stop him north of Waterbury.
Town Plan update seeks input as it digs into ‘aspirations, goals, strategies’ for 13 chapter topics
The Waterbury Planning Commission’s process to update the town plan is moving into a new phase, with the commission once again looking to collect feedback from the community to be incorporated into the updated plan.
State police seek help to identify, locate suspect in Waitsfield theft
Vermont State Police are asking the public for help in identifying and locating a suspect from a recent theft in Waitsfield, their companion, and a pickup believed to be using a stolen license plate.
Road Work | Aug. 18-22
Stowe Street bridge work is moving along with Lincoln St. slated to reopen by Friday and the bridge by Aug. 26. No night work this week. Paving continues on I-89 southbound, so expect delays. Several local projects include the Loomis Hill Road bridge and paving along Bidwell Lane downtown.