Assault suspect jailed without bail
A man who had been camping along the Winooski River in Waterbury was ordered jailed without bail this week after pleading not guilty to felony charges of aggravated domestic assault, sexual assault, and unlawful restraint in state criminal court in Barre.
Road Work | Week of Sept. 21-25
On I-89 southbound, daytime and nighttime work continues this week between Richmond and Waterbury. There are some ramp closures for night paving and daytime work along bridges. Final cleanup is wrapping up in the stretch between Exit 10 and Montpelier, Exit 8.
Meeting Monday on plans for a new river access park in Middlesex
The first of two public forums about a new riverside park project in Middlesex happens on Monday evening, with the second community meeting scheduled for Saturday afternoon on Oct. 3.
First responders gather for medical chopper-landing training in Waterbury
Roughly 50 first responders gathered at Farr’s Field last week for medical helicopter ground safety and landing zone training.
UVM experts on the science of fall foliage
With leaf-peeping season around the corner, the University of Vermont shares some insight from researchers William Keeton, Alexandra Kosiba, and Lisa Chase, who explain the science behind the explosion of color we see in trees each fall.
Select Board to review ideas for major changes to town governance
Should Waterbury end its custom of electing its town clerk and town treasurer every three years? Should voters be able to remove local elected officials from office by petition? Those are ideas the Waterbury Select Board will discuss tonight.
Road Work | Week of Sept. 14-18
In Waterbury, a local crew will be installing new sidewalks along Elm Street this week. On I-89 southbound, daytime and nighttime work continues this week north of Waterbury to Richmond. Cleanup and final steps are wrapping up in the stretch between Exit 10 and Montpelier, Exit 8.
Backcountry rescue team rescues injured mountain biker on Perry Hill
The Waterbury Backcountry Rescue Team responded to a call last week for an injured mountain biker on the Perry Hill trails in Waterbury.
Meet three Vermonters whose histories are lesser known
This summer marked the 250th anniversary of the United States, and many Vermont towns and cities celebrated residents who played important roles in the fight for independence. But there are many other notable Vermonters who lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Their names may be lesser known, but their stories reveal the realities of life at the time.
Road Work | Week of Sept. 8-11
Work on the I-89 southbound resurfacing projects north and south of Exit 10 in Waterbury continues. The stretch to Montpelier is nearly completed. In the stretch from Richmond to Exit 10, much continues including night work and southbound on and off ramp closures planned for Thursday night, Sept. 10, at Exit 10.
Road Work | Week of Aug. 30-Sept. 4
Heads up to motorists on I-89 southbound between Richmond and Waterbury for night work this week, including Thursday night southbound ramp closures at Exit 11 in Richmond. Work should wrap up on Duxbury Road in Bolton by Friday. The I-89 project from Waterbury to Montpelier is nearly complete.
VSP: Colchester man kidnapped family, found with guns and body armor
BURLINGTON — A Colchester man is accused of kidnapping his family and was reportedly later found with three handguns while wearing body armor.
Voters urged to update mailing addresses by Sept. 1
For the Nov. 3 General Election, all active registered Vermont voters will be mailed their ballots and Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas encourages voters to ensure their registration has their current address. This includes college students, service members and overseas citizens.
Road Work | Week of Aug. 24-28
A local paving project begins this week on Duxbury Road in Bolton. Resurfacing projects on I-89 southbound between Exits 11 in Richmond and 8 in Montpelier continue with paving north of Waterbury and final tasks south of Exit 10.
More voting results: Kids choose next year’s dog tags
While Waterbury voters headed to the school gym to vote in Tuesday’s primary, many walked past a second opportunity to cast a ballot.
Backcountry rescue assists injured hiker on Camel’s Hump
Waterbury Backcountry Rescue recently responded its 301st call to assist an injured 16-year-old hiker on Camel’s Hump. The operation involved 12 crew members and took place entirely in daylight.
Road Work | Week of Aug. 16-21
The Interstate 89 resurfacing project between Exit 11 in Richmond and Exit 10 will involve southbound RAMP CLOSURES at Exit 10 overnight Sunday-Monday, Aug. 16-17, weather permitting, for milling and paving. Night work will continue with ramps open into the week.
Vermont Highway Patrol: State renames motor vehicle enforcement and safety arm
The Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles recently announced that it has renamed it Enforcement and Safety Division to be known as the Vermont Highway Patrol.
Primary election sets the stage for November contests
Despite contests for candidates for governor, lieutenant governor and state senators to represent Washington County, voters in Waterbury and nearby communities turned out in numbers quite similar to the 22% statewide in Tuesday’s primary election.
State asks Vermonters to weigh in on new rules for primitive camping
The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation will hold two meetings in September -- including one in Waterbury -- seeking public comment on proposed updates to the state's primitive camping rule for state forests and state park public lands.