Friday, May 10 2013 10:20 PM EDT2013-05-11 02:20:24 GMT
RUTLAND, Vt. - Thursday around 5:17 p.m., the Vermont State Police in Rutland Barracks received a report of a possible endangered female juvenile on West Proctor Road in West Rutland. According to theMore >>
An active investigation and search for a possible endangered and missing girl in Rutland has been scaled back according to authorities.More >>
RUTLAND, Vt. – Vermont State Police Drug Diversion Unit have arrested 33-year-old Kelly Conn of Troy, N.Y. for writing fraudulent prescription for herself in order to illegally obtain controlled substances. PoliceMore >>
RUTLAND, Vt. – Vermont State Police Drug Diversion Unit have arrested 33-year-old Kelly Conn of Troy, N.Y. for writing fraudulent prescription for herself in order to illegally obtain controlled substances. PoliceMore >>
WEST DOVER, Vt. (AP) - Police say a New York man died after reportedly suffering head and neck injuries in a sledding accident at the Mount Snow Ski Area in Vermont. Twenty-eight-year-old Jonathan MeyersMore >>
Police say a New York man died after reportedly suffering head and neck injuries in a sledding accident at the Mount Snow Ski Area in Vermont.More >>
MONTGOMERY, Vt. - Tuesday, March 19 marks the ninth anniversary of the disappearance of Brianna Maitland.Brianna Maitland, then 17-years-old, was last seen at her place of employment, the Black LanternMore >>
Brianna Maitland, then 17-years-old, was last seen at her place of employment, the Black Lantern Inn, located in Montgomery, Vermont.More >>
WEST ADDISON, Vt. (AP) - The New York State Department of Transportation is planning to investigate why some of the lights on the new Lake Champlain Bridge to Vermont aren't working. The $76 millionMore >>
The New York State Department of Transportation is planning to investigate why some of the lights on the new Lake Champlain Bridge to Vermont aren't working.More >>
COLCHESTER, Vt. (AP) - The incoming head of the Vermont National Guard says the automatic federal funding cuts will cost about 500 guard employees about 20 percent of their incomes. In an event ThursdayMore >>
The incoming head of the Vermont National Guard says the automatic federal funding cuts will cost about 500 guard employees about 20 percent of their incomes.More >>
Sunday, February 24 2013 7:46 PM EST2013-02-25 00:46:15 GMT
PERU, Vt. -- Vermont State Police are investigating a fatal snowmobile incident that occurred in Peru, Vt. on the south end of Griffith Lake. An initial investigation revealed that Verouzhan Bagramian, 45,More >>
Vermont State Police are investigating a fatal snowmobile incident that occurred in Peru, Vt. on the south end of Griffith Lake.More >>
Saturday, February 16 2013 2:50 PM EST2013-02-16 19:50:42 GMT
READSBORO – A man wanted in Massachusetts is in custody Saturday after falling asleep on a porch in Vermont. Vermont State Police responded to a residence in Readsboro for a report of an intoxicated maleMore >>
A man wanted in Massachusetts is in custody Saturday after falling asleep on a porch in Vermont.More >>
Saturday, February 16 2013 2:38 PM EST2013-02-16 19:38:15 GMT
ADDISON, Vt. -- Vermont State Police are investigating a burglary at a private residence in the Town of Addison. Personal property was stolen from the residence, and items with The State of Vermont FishMore >>
Vermont State Police are investigating a burglary at a private residence in the Town of Addison.More >>
Monday, February 11 2013 9:15 PM EST2013-02-12 02:15:38 GMT
VERMONT -- The Vermont Senate will vote Tuesday on legislation that supporters call "end-of-life choices" and critics call "physician-assisted suicide." The question is will they follow a recommendationMore >>
The Vermont Senate will vote Tuesday on legislation that supporters call "end-of-life choices" and critics call "physician-assisted suicide."More >>
Saturday, February 2 2013 12:18 PM EST2013-02-02 17:18:09 GMT
CLARENDON, Vt. – Vermont troopers have arrested a man after a conditions check turned up drugs and stolen items. On Friday, troopers out of the Rutland Barracks were conducting a conditions check on JaronMore >>
Vermont troopers have arrested a man after a conditions check turned up drugs and a stolen credit card.More >>
Saturday, February 2 2013 11:30 AM EST2013-02-02 16:30:25 GMT
ANDOVER, Vt. – Police have arrested both a man and woman after an investigation into the illegal distribution of crack cocaine in the greater Springfield, Vt. area. In the Fall of 2012 the Vermont DrugMore >>
Police have arrested both a man and woman after an investigation into the illegal distribution of crack cocaine in the greater Springfield, Vt. area.More >>
A model poses with the the Big Hunka Love Diamond Bear. The Shelburne, Vt.-based company has put a $30,000 price tag on the 4½-foot-tall bear holding a 5.9 carat diamond ring made by Perrywinkle's Fine Jewelry in Burlington. (AP Photo/Vermont Teddy Bear)
SHELBURNE, Vt. (AP) - It's the world's most expensive teddy bear. At least according to the Vermont Teddy Bear Company. Their $30,000 bear comes just in time for Valentine's Day, sporting some bling. TheMore >>
SHELBURNE, Vt. (AP) - It's the world's most expensive teddy bear. At least according to the Vermont Teddy Bear Company. Their $30,000 bear comes just in time for Valentine's Day, sporting some bling. TheMore >>
Saturday, January 26 2013 4:10 PM EST2013-01-26 21:10:15 GMT
BENNINGTON, Vt. – A 79-year-old man was killed in a traffic crash Saturday in Bennington, Vt. At around 11:05 a.m., the Bennington Police Department responded to a serious injury traffic crash on NorthMore >>
A 79-year-old man was killed in a traffic crash Saturday in Bennington, Vt.More >>
Wednesday, January 16 2013 5:55 PM EST2013-01-16 22:55:50 GMT
BENNINGTON, Vt. - Sixty-three defendants were taken into custody for the distribution and sale of illicit drugs in Bennington County early Wednesday morning.Vermont State Police say "Operation County Strike"More >>
Sixty-three defendants were targeted for the distribution and sale of illicit drugs in Bennington County early Wednesday morning.More >>
Wednesday, January 16 2013 4:23 PM EST2013-01-16 21:23:17 GMT
Vt. -- Senator Patrick Leahy of Vermont laid out an agenda for gun control. The chairman of the judiciary committee discussed the agenda for his committee during a talk at Georgetown Law School, priorMore >>
Senator Patrick Leahy of Vermont laid out an agenda for gun control.More >>
MONTPELIER -- In a move to reduce repeat offenders from getting behind the wheel, Vermont governor Peter Shumlin has called for changes in the way courts in his state handle drunken driving cases. TheMore >>
The latest proposal builds upon previous work to reduce the number of Vermont inmates who re-offend after their release and return to prison, particularly among youthful offenders.More >>
SUNDERLAND, Vt. – Four chainsaws have been reported stolen from a residence in Sunderland. On Saturday, the Vermont State Police received the report of chainsaws stolen from a residence on Bacon HollowMore >>
Four chainsaws have been reported stolen from a residence in Sunderland.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. - The Bennington Police Department says at least 34 vehicles were vandalized on several streets over the past couple days.Police say either the driver side front or passenger side rearMore >>
The Bennington Police Department says at least 34 vehicles were vandalized on several streets over the past couple days.More >>
MENDON, Vt. – Vermont State Police are looking for a driver involved in a fatal car-pedestrian accident that happened on Friday night in Mendon. At around 5:18 p.m., members of the Vermont State PoliceMore >>
Vermont State Police are looking for a driver involved in a fatal car-pedestrian accident that happened on Friday evening in Mendon.More >>
Saturday, December 29 2012 10:57 AM EST2012-12-29 15:57:37 GMT
KILLINGTON, Vt. – Search teams spent six hours searching for five skiers who were lost in the woods Friday at Killington Ski Resort. After arriving on scene, Vermont State Police learned the lost skiersMore >>
Search teams spent six hours searching for five skiers who were lost in the woods Friday at Killington Ski Resort.More >>
Friday, December 28 2012 5:48 PM EST2012-12-28 22:48:11 GMT
BERLIN, Vt. - A three generational family farmhouse and barn have gone up in flames in Vermont. Officials say a skid steer loader, a piece of farm equipment, started the blazeMore >>
A three generational family farmhouse and barn have gone up in flames in Vermont.More >>
VERNON, Vt. - Sunday night, three cars were involved in a car accident that resulted in the death of a moose. At around 7:00 p.m., Vermont State Police responded to the scene at Interstate 91 by MileMore >>
Sunday night, three cars were involved in a car accident that resulted in the death of a moose.More >>
Saturday, December 22 2012 3:32 PM EST2012-12-22 20:32:13 GMT
KILLINGTON, Vt. – A man was rushed Rutland Regional Medical Center in Vermont after he was pinned by a vehicle after its driver lost control. Vermont State Police responded to crash involving a motorMore >>
A man was rushed Rutland Regional Medical Center in Vermont after he was pinned by a vehicle after its driver lost control.More >>
Saturday, December 22 2012 11:53 AM EST2012-12-22 16:53:22 GMT
WOODFORD, N.Y. – Icy road conditions bested two drivers in Vermont leading to a two-car crash. On Friday night, Vermont State Police responded the area near Woodford Lake on Vt. Route 9, for a multipleMore >>
Icy road conditions bested two drivers in Vermont leading to a two-car crash.More >>
Saturday, December 22 2012 10:42 AM EST2012-12-22 15:42:20 GMT
NEWFANE, Vt. - Williamsville Road in Newfane, Vt., from Route 30 through to Depot Road is closed to all traffic and will be for an extended period of time. A number of power poles have been compromisedMore >>
Williamsville Road in Newfane, Vt., from Route 30 through to Depot Road is closed to all traffic and will be for an extended period of time.More >>
Wednesday, December 19 2012 9:28 AM EST2012-12-19 14:28:49 GMT
BENNINGTON, Vt. - The Captain of the Bennington Rural Fire Department has been charged with assaulting a then 13-year-old girl. 25-year-old Bryan Watson is charged with felony sexual assault and repeatedMore >>
The Bennington Police Deparments says a Captain of the Bennington Rural Fire Department has been charged with assaulting a then 13-year-old girl.More >>
Tuesday, December 18 2012 9:04 AM EST2012-12-18 14:04:21 GMT
POWNAL, Vt. – State Police are investigating a burglary in Pownal that caused nearly $6000 in damages. Between Dec. 9 and Dec.17, the entire basement of the residence on Rt.7 in the town of Pownal wasMore >>
State Police are investigating a burglary in Pownal that caused nearly $6,000 in damages.More >>
Thursday, December 13 2012 4:24 PM EST2012-12-13 21:24:27 GMT
VERMONT - Peace Corp officials say Vermont leads the nation as the top producer of volunteers, with only the District of Columbia producing more.Since the Peace Corps was created in 1961, more than 1,400More >>
Peace Corp officials say Vermont leads the nation as the top producer of volunteers, with only the District of Columbia producing more.More >>
Sunday, December 9 2012 2:05 PM EST2012-12-09 19:05:45 GMT
DANBY, Vt. – Vermont State Police have a man in custody after a call for a family disturbance turned into a stand-off. When officers arrived on scene they learned that 26-year-old Joshua Blair had placedMore >>
Vermont State Police have a man in custody after a call for a family disturbance turned into a stand-off.More >>
Saturday, December 8 2012 11:09 AM EST2012-12-08 16:09:41 GMT
RYEGATE, N.Y. – Vermont State Police have issued a citation to an 18 year old after discovering he "furnished" an underage drinking party. On Friday, troopers responded to reports of underage drinkingMore >>
Vermont State Police have issued a citation to an 18 year old after discovering he "furnished" an underage drinking party.More >>
Thursday, December 6 2012 7:42 PM EST2012-12-07 00:42:55 GMT
WATERBURY, Vt. - The Vermont Department of Children and Families and the Vermont State Police are investigating a number of suspicious incidents involving suspects impersonating DCF employees who pickMore >>
The Vermont Department of Children and Families and the Vermont State Police are investigating a number of suspicious incidents involving suspects impersonating DCF employees who pick up and examine children in people's homes.More >>
JOHNSON, Vt. - The Vermont State Police are asking for the public's assistance in finding a man who has been wanted for over ten years.State police are searching for 32-year-old Shane Phillips, of Johnson,More >>
The Vermont State Police are asking for the public's assistance in finding a man who has been wanted for over ten years.More >>
Monday, November 26 2012 3:56 PM EST2012-11-26 20:56:04 GMT
ARLINGTON, Vt. – Vermont State Police are asking for the public's help in tracking the source of counterfeit bills in the area. An employee at the Stewart's Bread and Butter Shop in the Town of ArlingtonMore >>
Vermont State Police are asking for the public's help in tracking the source of counterfeit bills in the area.More >>
Monday, November 26 2012 9:11 AM EST2012-11-26 14:11:07 GMT
SUNDERLAND, VT – A search is underway for a missing 6-year-old in Sunderland after he did not meet family members after they separated to hunt in the area off of US Rt 7, Exit 3. Joseph "Jo Jo" McCray,More >>
The search for a missing 6-year-old in Sunderland has ended after he was located by a ground search team.More >>
KILLINGTON, Vt. (AP) - Vermont's Killington ski resort and Green Mountain Power are highlighting a project that is using cow manure to power one of the resort's lifts. There will be cows at the resortMore >>
Vermont's Killington ski resort and Green Mountain Power are highlighting a project that is using cow manure to power one of the resort's lifts.More >>
MONKTON, Vt. - Vermont State Police are looking for a missing juvenile, 16-year-old Scott Tower, out of Monkton, Vermont. Tower is a white male, 5' 10'' and 180 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.More >>
Vermont State Police are looking for a missing juvenile, 16-year-old Scott Tower, out of Monkton, Vermont.More >>
Thursday, November 22 2012 9:18 PM EST2012-11-23 02:18:41 GMT
VERMONT - While Black Friday is well established across the nation, one trend mom-and-pop businesses are trying to spread is Small Business Saturday. This year, the state of Vermont is making a big pushMore >>
While Black Friday is well established across the nation, one trend mom-and-pop businesses are trying to spread is Small Business Saturday.More >>
Saturday, November 17 2012 4:26 PM EST2012-11-17 21:26:33 GMT
BENNINGTON, Vt. – Chances are, if you've been to Bennington, you've passed by it - a barn that sits in a place you'd never believe. Jamie Jerome has lived on his family-owned property in Bennington forMore >>
Chances are, if you've been to Bennington, you've passed by it - a barn that sits in a place you'd never believe. More >>
Friday, November 16 2012 4:08 PM EST2012-11-16 21:08:30 GMT
BENNINGTON, Vt. - For drivers in Bennington, Vt. - the town's annual winter parking ban is now in effect. Drivers will not be allowed to park along the side of any street between the hours of 2 and 6More >>
For drivers in Bennington, Vt. - the town's annual winter parking ban is now in effect.More >>
BENNINGTON, VT - At approximately noon on November 2nd, the Bennington Police were contacted by authorities at the Mount Anthony Union Middle School and notified that a teacher had located a live rifleMore >>
At approximately noon on November 2nd, the Bennington Police were contacted by authorities at the Mount Anthony Union Middle School and notified that a teacher had located a live rifle cartridge within one of the classrooms.More >>
Wednesday, October 24 2012 10:20 AM EDT2012-10-24 14:20:41 GMT
POWNAL, VT - Residents living along Barber Pond Road in Pownal, Vermont say a dilapidated home on their street is not only an eyesore, it's a health hazard. The property sits in severe disrepair, withMore >>
Residents living along Barber Pond Road in Pownal, Vermont say a dilapidated home on their street is not only an eyesore, it's a health hazard.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. - Police are still looking for the tow truck stolen from a town gas station last week, as well as the persons responsible. On Monday they released these surveillance photos that theyMore >>
Police are still looking for the tow truck stolen from a town gas station last week, as well as the persons responsible.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - Vermont State Police are investigating the theft of a license plate from a state police cruiser. Police say the plate was taken while the cruiser sat in the driveway of a trooper'sMore >>
Vermont State Police are investigating the theft of a license plate from a state police cruiser.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. – State Police in Vermont are asking for the public's help to recover a license plate stolen from a police cruiser. The plate was taken from a Vermont State Police Cruiser while it satMore >>
State Police in Vermont are asking for the public's help to recover a license plate stolen from a police cruiser.
KILLINGTON, Vt. - Killington ski resort says they will be powering a lift with the help of "cow power." They say the one of their gondolas will be powered with electricity generated from methane gas recoveredMore >>
Killington ski resort says they will be powering a lift with the help of "cow power."More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. - Bennington Police say they responded to a two-car accident Thursday morning which killed one elderly woman.The accident happened on Route 7-A near Transport Drive around 11:20 a.m., policeMore >>
Bennington Police say they responded to a two-car accident Thursday morning which killed one elderly woman.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. - Police in Bennington say a tow truck was stolen from a gas station on Main Street some time Wednesday night. Police say the All Service Citgo station reported their tow truck stolenMore >>
Police in Bennington say a tow truck was stolen from a gas station on Main Street some time Wednesday night.More >>
VERMONT - A private fundraising group has given more than $2 million to Vermonters affected by tropical storm Irene. Officials at Vermont's long term disaster relief fund say they still have $2 millionMore >>
A private fundraising group has given more than $2 million to Vermonters affected by tropical storm Irene.
BENNINGTON, Vt. - A Bennington girl is recovering in a New Hampshire hospital after an ATV accident there over the weekend According authorities, the 14-year old was riding an ATV on a trail at the HinsdaleMore >>
A Bennington girl is recovering in a New Hampshire hospital after an ATV accident there over the weekendMore >>
BENSON, Vt. – A role player at the Haunted Hayride in Benson was struck and run over by a hay wagon on Saturday, according to Vermont State Police. The victim was flown by helicopter to Albany MedicalMore >>
A role player at the Haunted Hayride in Benson was struck and run over by a hay wagon on Saturday, according to Vermont State Police.More >>
HARTFORD, VT - 24-year-old Mikhail Lomakin was reported deceased on the scene of a fatal car accident in Hartford, Vermont in the early hours of October 6th. Vermont State Police in Royalton were dispatchedMore >>
HARTFORD, VT - 24-year-old Mikhail Lomakin was reported deceased on the scene of a fatal car accident in Hartford, Vermont in the early hours of October 6th. Vermont State Police in Royalton were dispatchedMore >>
SHAFTSBURY, VT - On September 29th at approximately 10:25 p.m., State Troopers from the Shaftsbury Barracks responded to a reported single vehicle crash on Bouplon Hollow Road in Shaftsbury, Vermont. UponMore >>
SHAFTSBURY, VT - On September 29th at approximately 10:25 p.m., State Troopers from the Shaftsbury Barracks responded to a reported single vehicle crash on Bouplon Hollow Road in Shaftsbury, Vermont. UponMore >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. - Bennington Police are continuing an investigation into the attempted armed robbery from Willy's Variety store on Wednesday evening.Police say around 6:30 p.m. the lone male suspectMore >>
Bennington Police are continuing an investigation into the attempted armed robbery from Willy's Variety store on Wednesday evening.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. - The Vermont Veterans Home passed an inspection of federal compliance standards on Wednesday, saving funding from being taken away.Melissa Jackson, the Director of the Vermont VeteransMore >>
The Vermont Veterans Home passed an inspection of federal compliance standards on Wednesday, saving funding from being taken away.More >>
READSBORO, VT - On September 19, at 12:45 p.m., the Vermont State Police in Shaftsbury responded to a report of a missing person on West Hill Drive in Readsboro, Vermont. Upon arrival, Troopers determinedMore >>
READSBORO, VT - On September 19, at 12:45 p.m., the Vermont State Police in Shaftsbury responded to a report of a missing person on West Hill Drive in Readsboro, Vermont. Upon arrival, Troopers determinedMore >>
Verizon and unions representing 43,000 employees have reached tentative, three-year agreements covering job security, retirement and other issues. As the agreements were being signed Wednesday, VerizonMore >>
Verizon and unions representing 43,000 employees have reached tentative, three-year agreements covering job security, retirement and other issues.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. – With this weekend's autumnal equinox, colorful foliage will continue to unfold and invigorate Vermont's scenic landscape. Early yet, colors are showing in the higher elevations of theMore >>
With this weekend's autumnal equinox, colorful foliage will continue to unfold and invigorate Vermont's scenic landscape. Early yet, colors are showing in the higher elevations of the Northeast Kingdom and in moist, low-lying areas with varying shades of orange, yellow and red.More >>
Danby, Vt. - On Thursday, Vermont State Police detectives along with members of the State Police Human Remain Detection K-9s searched the area along the roadside of Danby Hill Road in Danby where a skullMore >>
On Thursday, Vermont State Police detectives along with members of the State Police Human Remain Detection K-9s searched the area along the roadside of Danby Hill Road in Danby where a skull was found on February 12, 2012.More >>
IRA, Vt. (AP) - Two men have been charged with illegally digging and extracting quartz from a wildlife management area in Vermont. Robert LaPorte of Shaftsbury and Philip Yerke of Waterford, N.Y., wereMore >>
Two men have been charged with illegally digging and extracting quartz from a wildlife management area in Vermont.More >>
Joseph Kennedy III, the first of his famous political family's generation to seek elective office, has defeated two little-known Democrats in his congressional primary in Massachusetts. 31-year-old KennedyMore >>
Joseph Kennedy III, the first of his famous political family's generation to seek elective office, has defeated two little-known Democrats in his congressional primary in Massachusetts. More >>
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Sean H. Lane is throwing out the union contract of American Airlines' pilots as part of the company's restructuring. A key part of the bankruptcy proceedings, the ruling clearsMore >>
A key part of the bankruptcy proceedings, the ruling clears the way for the Fort Worth, Texas-based airline to dramatically cut costs and quicken its emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. More >>
ARLINGTON, Vt. - State Police are investigating a theft of two large oil paintings from an art gallery in Arlington, Vermont. Both paintings feature roosters. One is large, rectangular in shape andMore >>
ARLINGTON, Vt. - State Police are investigating a theft of two large oil paintings from an art gallery in Arlington, Vermont. Both paintings feature roosters. One is large, rectangular in shape andMore >>
Steeples across Bennington were ringing out Tuesday night, as the Governor of Vermont asked churches and government buildings throughout the state to sound their bells in recognition of the one-year-anniversaryMore >>
Steeples across Bennington were ringing out Tuesday night, as the Governor of Vermont asked churches and government buildings throughout the state to sound their bells in recognition of the one-year-anniversary of Tropical Storm Irene.More >>
WAITSFIELD, Vt. (AP) - For some, there will be block parties and parades. For others, a moment of silence. For still others it will be another day of struggling to clean up the mess. A year after theMore >>
For some, there will be block parties and parades. For others, a moment of silence. For still others it will be another day of struggling to clean up the mess.More >>
CHESTER, Vt. - Vermont State Police say as of August 23rd, the State of Vermont has experienced 53 fatalities in 47 crashes, approximately double the number from this time last year. The Vermont StateMore >>
Vermont State Police say as of August 23rd, the State of Vermont has experienced 53 fatalities in 47 crashes, approximately double the number from this time last year.More >>
Authorities say a small plane that was forced to land on an Adirondack lake last week had lost its propeller in midair. State police tell the Adirondack Daily Enterprise that the privately owned, single-engineMore >>
State police say the privately owned, single-engine Jabiru was flying at about 6,500 feet last Thursday morning when the propeller came off. The pilot managed to crash-land the plane in Gull Lake in northern Herkimer County. More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. - Crowds lined the streets in Bennington, Vermont Sunday afternoon for the annual Battle Day Parade celebrations.The Battle Day festivities honor first responders, active military members,More >>
Crowds lined the streets in Bennington, Vermont Sunday afternoon for the annual Battle Day Parade celebrations.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) — Vermont is celebrating the 235th anniversary of a Revolutionary War battle called the Battle of Bennington. Thursday is Bennington Battle Day, a state holiday. Access to the BenningtonMore >>
Thursday is Bennington Battle Day, a state holiday. Access to the Bennington Battle Monument and all Vermont State Historic Sites is free to the public.More >>
Michael J. Fox is planning a return to series TV. According to people with knowledge of the project, he'll star in a sitcom that's in development at Sony Pictures Television for a 2013 debut. The peopleMore >>
According to people with knowledge of the project, Michael J. Fox will star in a sitcom that's in development at Sony Pictures Television for a 2013 debut. The people lacked authority to publicly discuss the matter and spoke Wednesday on condition of anonymity. More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Apple orchards in parts of northern New England caught a break this spring when a frost hit but many orchards' flower buds had not opened enough to get wiped out. Growers in partsMore >>
Apple orchards in parts of northern New England caught a break this spring when a frost hit but many orchards' flower buds had not opened enough to get wiped out.More >>
A Cohoes man has been sentenced to 1 2/3 to 5 years in State Prison for felony DWI. 33-year old Jeremy Cannaday also faces license revocation, mandatory Ignition Interlock Device for 3 years upon releaseMore >>
A Cohoes man has been sentenced to 1 2/3 to 5 years in State Prison for felony DWI. 33-year old Jeremy Cannaday also faces license revocation, mandatory Ignition Interlock Device for 3 years upon release from custody, as well as $1,520 in fines and surcharges. More >>
FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Northeastern Berkshire County in Western Massachusetts. The warning is in effect until 6:00 p.m. A flash flood warning means that flood is imminent or occurring, andMore >>
Flash flood warnings, flood advisory, and area flood advisory in parts of MA, VT More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - The Vermont Supreme Court has ordered the release of previously sealed police documents in the investigation into the deaths of an Essex couple.Bill Currier, 50, and his wife, 55-year-oldMore >>
The Vermont Supreme Court has ordered the release of previously sealed police documents in the investigation into the deaths of an Essex couple.More >>
Clarendon, VT – On June 23, at approximately 10:00 AM, the Rutland Barracks was contacted regarding an unattended death in Clarendon, Vermont. Detectives from the Vermont State Police Bureau of CriminalMore >>
The Chief Medical Examiner determined the cause of death to be acute intoxication due to compounds MDPV, Alpha-PVP, and Pentylone, commonly known as bath salts.More >>
A Bennington firefighter faces his second drunken driving charge. Police say Chad Prentiss, the Assistant Fire Chief in Bennington, was driving under the influence when he crashed his truck into a powerMore >>
Police say Chad Prentiss, the Assistant Fire Chief in Bennington, was driving under the influence when he crashed his truck into a power pole and took off on July 13th.More >>
CLARENDON, Vt. (AP) - The Vermont State Police say a Clarendon man is the state's first victim of bath salts.An autopsy determined that the June 23 death of 28-year-old Christopher Tsacoyeanes was causedMore >>
The Vermont State Police say a Clarendon man is the state's first victim of bath salts.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont has a new Facebook page devoted to fishing.The page features photos of fish caught around Vermont, tips on good fishing spots and fishing techniques. It also allows anglersMore >>
Vermont has a new Facebook page devoted to fishing.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - The National Weather Service is extending a notice about possible severe weather in southern Vermont.The weather service says severe thunderstorms are possible in the coming hours,More >>
The National Weather Service is extending a notice about possible severe weather in southern Vermont.More >>
NEW YORK (AP) - Gov. Andrew Cuomo is urging New Yorkers to be prepared for severe thunderstorms. Thursday's storms are predicted to bring heavy rain, high winds and possible tornadoes that may cause widespreadMore >>
Thursday's storms are predicted to bring heavy rain, high winds and possible tornadoes that may cause widespread power outages.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin is asking Vermonters to share their best photographs of Vermont since Tropical Storm Irene to celebrate the state's recovery. Shumlin and the DepartmentMore >>
Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin is asking Vermonters to share their best photographs of Vermont since Tropical Storm Irene to celebrate the state's recovery.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has ordered that flags on public buildings around the state be lowered to half-staff through Wednesday in honor of those killed in the shooting rampageMore >>
Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has ordered that flags on public buildings around the state be lowered to half-staff through Wednesday in honor of those killed in the shooting rampage at a Colorado movie theater.More >>
LOWELL, Vt. (AP) - A cat has tested positive for rabies in Vermont after attacking four people and a dog.Amy Dalpe said the cat bit her on her face, on her sides and on her arm after she called for itMore >>
A cat has tested positive for rabies in Vermont after attacking four people and a dog.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont's congressional delegation says the state has been granted a waiver allowing it to use federal disaster relief funds in Windham County to recover from Tropical Storm Irene.TheMore >>
Vermont's congressional delegation says the state has been granted a waiver allowing it to use federal disaster relief funds in Windham County to recover from Tropical Storm Irene.More >>
SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) - Thirty-two members of the Vermont National Guard are due home after two weeks in Senegal supporting "Western Accord," a multi-national medical support mission in the west AfricanMore >>
Thirty-two members of the Vermont National Guard are due home after two weeks in Senegal supporting "Western Accord," a multi-national medical support mission in the west African nation.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Labor officials say Vermont's unemployment rate inched up a tenth of a percentage point last month to 4.7 percent.The national rate for June remained at 8.2 percent.Around the state,More >>
Labor officials say Vermont's unemployment rate inched up a tenth of a percentage point last month to 4.7 percent.More >>
Albany International Airport is acting as the "port in the storm" for several aircraft on route to New York City area airports. Severe storms in the NYC area have forced a total of seven flights to divertMore >>
Albany International Airport is acting as the "port in the storm" for several aircraft on route to New York City area airports.More >>
TOWNSHEND, Vt. (AP) - Vermont fire officials are trying to determine what caused an explosion that heavily damaged a Townshend home, with parts of the house found over 200 feet away.No one was home duringMore >>
Vermont fire officials are trying to determine what caused an explosion that heavily damaged a Townshend home, with parts of the house found over 200 feet away.More >>
A major state business group is demanding a thorough audit of the state Thruway Authority before it raises tolls for larger trucks on the cross-state highway. Several public hearings are planned to seekMore >>
A major state business group is demanding a thorough audit of the state Thruway Authority before it raises tolls for larger trucks on the cross-state highway.More >>
SHEFFIELD, Mass. (AP) - The man thought to be the longest serving police chief in Massachusetts is retiring.Sheffield Chief James McGarry announced in a letter to the select board that he will step downMore >>
The man thought to be the longest serving police chief in Massachusetts is retiring.More >>
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BENNINGTON, VT – The Bennington Police and Fire Departments are investigating an incident involving volatile chemicals. The incident happened in the 200 block of School Street in Bennington on MondayMore >>
The Bennington Police and Fire Departments, along with State Police, are continuing to investigat an incident involving volatile chemicals discovered in a suspected meth lab on Tuesday.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. - The head of the Little League in Shaftsbury was arrested after Vermont State Police say he stole $8,200 from the organization's funds.Police say 41-year-old Brian Bushee, of Arglington,More >>
The head of the Little League in Shaftsbury was arrested after Vermont State Police say he stole $8,200 from the organization's funds.More >>
MILTON, Vt. (AP) - Four drivers have escaped injury after their cars collided with a moose on Interstate 89 in Vermont.State police said they got a 911 call from 56-year-old Lisa Whittemore of St. AlbansMore >>
Four drivers have escaped injury after their cars collided with a moose on Interstate 89 in Vermont.More >>
A Queensbury man gets more than 16 years in prison for bringing a young Vermont girl back to New York for sex. 25-year old Andrew Benway pleaded guilty last November. As part of a plea deal, Benway admittedMore >>
A Queensbury man gets more than 16 years in prison for bringing a young Vermont girl back to New York for sex.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - A 47-year-old Vermont man is facing charges for allegedly shooting and killing his dog.Bennington police say they were called about 3 a.m. Friday to a mobile home park, where theyMore >>
A 47-year-old Vermont man is facing charges for allegedly shooting and killing his dog.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - Federal agents and local police are investigating the theft of 13 handguns during a smash-and-grab robbery at a gun store in Bennington, Vt.Bennington Police Lt. Lloyd Dean saysMore >>
Federal agents and local police are investigating the theft of 13 handguns during a smash-and-grab robbery at a gun store in Bennington, Vt.More >>
DUMMERSTON, Vt. (AP) - The Vermont State Police say a motorcyclist with a passenger was clocked going 101 mph on Interstate 91 in Dummerston.Police say 56-year-old Scott Schifilliti of Shelton, Conn.,More >>
The Vermont State Police say a motorcyclist with a passenger was clocked going 101 mph on Interstate 91 in Dummerston.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. - Police in Bennington say a man admitted to shooting a dog three times because the dog was "mean" and the man wasn't "able to train him."Police were sent to the Birches Mobile Home ParkMore >>
Police in Bennington say a man admitted to shooting a dog three times because the dog was "mean" and the man wasn't "able to train him."More >>
WINHALL, Vt. - Vermont State Police say a moose was struck by two vehicles on Route 11/30 in the Town of Winhall Thursday night.Around 11:23 p.m. Winhall Police responded to the scene in which the firstMore >>
Vermont State Police say a moose was struck by two vehicles on Route 11/30 in the Town of Winhall Thursday night.More >>
RUTLAND, Vt. (AP) - Court documents say a 49-year-old Vermont man beat his 80-year-old mother to death at their East Poultney home because he thought she was possessed and he was "casting out the devil." RoderickMore >>
Court documents say a 49-year-old Vermont man beat his 80-year-old mother to death at their East Poultney home because he thought she was possessed and he was "casting out the devil."More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - The police chief in Bennington, Vt., has been honored by the American Legion.Chief Paul Doucette received the Northeast Region Law Officer of the Year award at the Legion's VermontMore >>
The police chief in Bennington, Vt., has been honored by the American Legion.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy is renewing his fascination with the Caped Crusader by appearing in a scene in the next Batman movie, `The Dark Knight Rises,' which will get itsMore >>
Vermont U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy is renewing his fascination with the Caped Crusader by appearing in a scene in the next Batman movie, `The Dark Knight Rises,' which will get its first public showing in Vermont.More >>
MANCHESTER, Vt. - The Manchester Police Department in Vermont is investigating a car/pedestrian crash that occurred on Monday in which a 17-year-old Latham male was airlifted to Albany Medical Center.PoliceMore >>
The Manchester Police Department in Vermont is investigating a car/pedestrian crash that occurred on Monday in which a 17-year-old Latham male was airlifted to Albany Medical Center.More >>
SHAFTSBURY, Vt. (AP) - Vermont State Police investigators say a man in a California prison is being charged with the 1986 killing of a Manchester golf pro.Police say 52-year-old David Allen Morrison isMore >>
Vermont State Police investigators say a man in a California prison is being charged with the 1986 killing of a Manchester golf pro.More >>
WINHALL, VT – A house fire in the Town of Winhall nearly caught two other houses and a garage on fire on Saturday. The single-family Avison Road residence was fully involved when firefighters arrivedMore >>
A house fire in the Town of Winhall nearly caught two other houses and a garage on fire on Saturday.More >>
WINHALL, VT - At approximately 08:38 a.m. today members of the Winhall Police and Rescue Department and the Winhall Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire on 9 Avison Road in the Town ofMore >>
At approximately 08:38 a.m. today members of the Winhall Police and Rescue Department and the Winhall Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire on 9 Avison Road in the Town of Winhall.More >>
WHITEHALL, NY – Whitehall Police arrested two suspects accused of removing scrap metal near railroad property on Wednesday. Police responded to a report of suspects trespassing on railroad property onMore >>
Whitehall Police arrested two suspects accused of removing scrap metal near railroad property on Wednesday.More >>
ALBANY -- Two rallies at the Capitol focused on the Supreme Court's decision Thursday on the Affordable Care Act. The first event, at noon, was organized by Single Payer New York. They organized the rally,More >>
Despite strong opinions, how the Affordable Care Act will be implemented in New York is still unclear.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - A 25-year-old Vermont man is going to jail for a year after pleading guilty to charges he shot his best friend to death with what he had thought was an air gun.Nicholas Bell of ManchesterMore >>
A 25-year-old Vermont man is going to jail for a year after pleading guilty to charges he shot his best friend to death with what he had thought was an air gun.More >>
A false alarm gets a man arrested in Queensbury. The Warren County Sheriff's Office says deputies responded to CR Bard located at 289 Bay Road in Queensbury at around 2 pm for a report of a man displayingMore >>
A false alarm gets a man arrested in Queensbury.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - Final repairs of a bridge on Vermont's Route 9 washed out by Tropical Storm Irene could start this fall. The bridge in Bennington suffered damage from flooding. Soil and rockMore >>
Final repairs of a bridge on Vermont's Route 9 washed out by Tropical Storm Irene could start this fall.More >>
MONTPELIER, VT - It's been synonymous with Vermont since its founding in 1919. But the Cabot Creamery Cooperative, maker of cheese, butter and other dairy products, is phasing out labels with the state'sMore >>
MONTPELIER, VT - It's been synonymous with Vermont since its founding in 1919. But the Cabot Creamery Cooperative, maker of cheese, butter and other dairy products, is phasing out labels with the state'sMore >>
BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) - The National Weather Service says two more high temperature records have been set in VermontThe high of 97 in Burlington Thursday eclipsed the previous high of 95, set in 1953,TheMore >>
The National Weather Service says two more high temperature records have been set in VermontMore >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Cheese maker Cabot Creamery has dropped the word "Vermont" from its label because of concerns over accuracy in advertising.For years, the Cabot logo showed a green map of the stateMore >>
Cheese maker Cabot Creamery has dropped the word "Vermont" from its label because of concerns over accuracy in advertising.More >>
BARRE, Vt. (AP) - A Vermont police department says a deer spent 10 to 15 minutes inside a Barre convenience store after crashing through a window.When Barre police arrive at the Cumberland Farms storeMore >>
A Vermont police department says a deer spent 10 to 15 minutes inside a Barre convenience store after crashing through a window.More >>
VERNON, Vt. (AP) - The Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant in Vernon is operating at 36 percent of its peak power after an electrical failure in a generator that regulates the flow of reactor cooling water.TheMore >>
The Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant in Vernon is operating at 36 percent of its peak power after an electrical failure in a generator that regulates the flow of reactor cooling water.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - The community of Bennington, Vt., is getting a downtown food cooperative this fall.The Bennington area is one of the few places in the state that doesn't have such a market.The BenningtonMore >>
The community of Bennington, Vt., is getting a downtown food cooperative this fall.More >>
BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) - Anita Weston waited a long time to graduate from high school - a little more than a half century - but she finally got her place in a Vermont high school's commencement ceremony.TheMore >>
Anita Weston waited a long time to graduate from high school - a little more than a half century - but she finally got her place in a Vermont high school's commencement ceremony.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont officials say the total cost of recovering from Tropical Storm Irene is estimated at $733 million and the federal government is expected to pay about three quarters of thatMore >>
Vermont officials say the total cost of recovering from Tropical Storm Irene is estimated at $733 million and the federal government is expected to pay about three quarters of that amount.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont's state Agency of Transportation has won a top regional honor for its work to recover from Tropical Storm Irene.The American Association of State Highway and TransportationMore >>
Vermont's state Agency of Transportation has won a top regional honor for its work to recover from Tropical Storm Irene.More >>
A coroner has found that a dingo took a baby who vanished in the Australian Outback more than 32 years ago in a notorious case that split the nation over suspicions that the infant was murdered. Tuesday'sMore >>
A coroner has found that a dingo took a baby who vanished in the Australian Outback more than 32 years ago in a notorious case that split the nation over suspicions that the infant was murdered.More >>
MIDDLESEX, Vt. (AP) - Thirteen summer "recovery interns" are getting ready to spend the summer helping Vermont continue its recovery from damage caused by Tropical Storm Irene.The students and recent collegeMore >>
Thirteen summer "recovery interns" are getting ready to spend the summer helping Vermont continue its recovery from damage caused by Tropical Storm Irene.More >>
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - The Vermont lawyer for a sexual abuse victim of a New York priest serving a 20-year prison sentence says the civil case could expose the way the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany handledMore >>
The Vermont lawyer for a sexual abuse victim of a New York priest serving a 20-year prison sentence says the civil case could expose the way the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany handled sexual abuse allegations against priests.More >>
BENNINGTON, VT – A motorcyclist died after colliding with a motor vehicle on Friday in Bennington. The accident happened at 7:46 a.m. at the intersection of Dewey and Weeks Streets. Police say a HondaMore >>
A motorcyclist died after colliding with a motor vehicle on Friday in Bennington.More >>
CAMBRIDGE, Vt. (AP) - Vermont State Police say a 22-year-old hiker is safe after she became trapped while hiking in Smugglers Notch in the town of Cambridge.Police say 22-year-old Jessica Spranger of FairfaxMore >>
Vermont State Police say a 22-year-old hiker is safe after she became trapped while hiking in Smugglers Notch in the town of Cambridge.More >>
WOODFORD, Vt. (AP) - The tiny Vermont school district in Woodford has received a $108,000 windfall from the federal government as an impact payment for the national forest land in the community.The districtMore >>
The tiny Vermont school district in Woodford has received a $108,000 windfall from the federal government as an impact payment for the national forest land in the community.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Five Vermont airports from Bennington to Lyndonville are going to be receiving a total of $1.2 million for improvement projectsThe funding from the Federal Aviation AdministrationMore >>
Five Vermont airports from Bennington to Lyndonville are going to be receiving a total of $1.2 million for improvement projectsMore >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has signed a new law calling for statewide mandatory recycling to be phased in in Vermont by 2020.The first mandate would apply to large-volume generatorsMore >>
Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has signed a new law calling for statewide mandatory recycling to be phased in in Vermont by 2020.More >>
DANVILLE, Vt. (AP) - A Danville High School senior says his school principal told him that if he didn't take off the plaid kilt he was wearing to celebrate his Scottish heritage he might not be allowedMore >>
A Danville High School senior says his school principal told him that if he didn't take off the plaid kilt he was wearing to celebrate his Scottish heritage he might not be allowed to march at the graduation from the Vermont school.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. -- Vermont is now accepting applications for medical marijuana dispensaries. The Public Safety Commissioner today officially announcing the applications are available online and due onMore >>
Vermont is now accepting applications for medical marijuana dispensaries. The Public Safety Commissioner today officially announcing the applications are available online and due on June 22.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - State and federal officials are giving an update on cleanup efforts near the site of a former factory in Bennington, Vt. The removal of contaminated soil, wells, storage tanks andMore >>
State and federal officials are giving an update on cleanup efforts near the site of a former factory in Bennington.More >>
Space X says it will develop the most powerful rocket in the world, more powerful than the once recently used to send a capsule to the ISS.
HAWTHORNE, Calif. (AP) - Space Exploration Technologies says it has signed its first commercial contract for a new rocket that will be more powerful than the one that launched the company's Dragon capsuleMore >>
Space Exploration Technologies says it has signed its first commercial contract for a new rocket that will be more powerful than the one that launched the company's Dragon capsule to the International Space Station last week.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Severe thunderstorms are expected to move into the state that could bring hail and damaging winds.The National Weather Service says there's the potential for a brief tornado, especiallyMore >>
Severe thunderstorms are expected to move into the state that could bring hail and damaging winds.More >>
WATERBURY CENTER, Vt. (AP) - Memorial Day weekend marks the official opening of Vermont's Long Trial and other paths maintained by the Green Mountain Club.Prior to the holiday that marks the opening ofMore >>
Memorial Day weekend marks the official opening of Vermont's Long Trial and other paths maintained by the Green Mountain Club.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - A new set of national rankings finds New England to be a relatively bike-friendly region, with five of the region's six states scoring in the top half among states nationwide.TheMore >>
A new set of national rankings finds New England to be a relatively bike-friendly region, with five of the region's six states scoring in the top half among states nationwide.More >>
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) - A study says summer drought in New England is unlikely despite a warm winter and little snow that sent far less water than usual tumbling into streams and rivers.The U.S. GeologicalMore >>
A study says summer drought in New England is unlikely despite a warm winter and little snow that sent far less water than usual tumbling into streams and rivers.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont is among a handful of states looking to shore up revenues without raising taxes by making sure that current tax laws are enforced fully.Vermont, Idaho and Oklahoma all hiredMore >>
Vermont is among a handful of states looking to shore up revenues without raising taxes by making sure that current tax laws are enforced fully.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - An 83-year-old Vermont woman is facing a charge she assaulted her 86-year-old husband with a butcher knife in their Bennington home.Edna Prouty pleaded not guilty Monday to a chargeMore >>
An 83-year-old Vermont woman is facing a charge she assaulted her 86-year-old husband with a butcher knife in their Bennington home.More >>
STOWE, Vt. (AP) - Former Republican Vermont Lt. Gov. T. Garry Buckley has died at age 89. Buckley's family says he died peacefully of old age on Wednesday in Stowe, where he lived with his wife. BuckleyMore >>
Former Republican Vermont Lt. Gov. T. Garry Buckley's family says he died peacefully of old age on Wednesday in Stowe, where he lived with his wife. he was 89.More >>
NORTHFIELD, Vt. (AP) - Vermont State Police say human remains, including part of a skull, have been found on private property that was being excavated in Northfield.Police say the skull piece and otherMore >>
Vermont State Police say human remains, including part of a skull, have been found on private property that was being excavated in Northfield.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - Vermont state police have arrested five people on charges of possessing and distributing cocaine following a routine traffic stop in Bennington.Police said they saw drug paraphernaliaMore >>
Vermont state police have arrested five people on charges of possessing and distributing cocaine following a routine traffic stop in Bennington.More >>
BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) - Cannon fire and a march by thousands of people marked the grand re-opening of the new $76 million dollar bridge across Lake Champlain.The bridge opened to traffic in November, butMore >>
Cannon fire and a march by thousands of people marked the grand re-opening of the new $76 million dollar bridge across Lake Champlain.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont's unemployment rate dropped two-tenths of a percentage point in April, to 4.6 percent.The latest report on joblessness from the state Department of Labor says constructionMore >>
Vermont's unemployment rate dropped two-tenths of a percentage point in April, to 4.6 percent.More >>
CROWN POINT, N.Y. (AP) - The man who designed the replacement Lake Champlain Bridge linking New York and Vermont will give the keynote address at this weekend's celebration of the span's opening.Ted ZoliMore >>
The man who designed the replacement Lake Champlain Bridge linking New York and Vermont will give the keynote address at this weekend's celebration of the span's opening.More >>
Rhode Island has returned a promised payment of $1.1 million from former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling's troubled video game company after learning the check would bounce. 38 Studios hand-delivered theMore >>
Rhode Island has returned a promised payment of $1.1 million from former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling's troubled video game company after learning the check would bounce.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - The Vermont Attorney General's office has received approval to hire a special investigator to target child pornography cases.Cindy Maguire of the attorney general's office tellsMore >>
The Vermont Attorney General's office has received approval to hire a special investigator to target child pornography cases.More >>
BRATTLEBORO, Vt. (AP) - Officials from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission will be in Vermont later this month to talk about their annual safety assessment of the Vermont Yankee nuclear plant.NRC officialsMore >>
Officials from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission will be in Vermont later this month to talk about their annual safety assessment of the Vermont Yankee nuclear plant.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - Sen. Bernie Sanders says that 15 rural post offices slated to close in Vermont will stay open, but will have reduced hours under a U.S. Postal Service proposal.Sanders said he willMore >>
Sen. Bernie Sanders says that 15 rural post offices slated to close in Vermont will stay open, but will have reduced hours under a U.S. Postal Service proposal.More >>
BRATTLEBORO, Vt. (AP) - Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has asked the president to increase the state's federal reimbursement for damage caused by Tropical Storm Irene from 75 to 90 percent.The BrattleboroMore >>
Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has asked the president to increase the state's federal reimbursement for damage caused by Tropical Storm Irene from 75 to 90 percent.More >>
Will Americans buy a Chinese smartphone? We're about to find out, as Huawei, one of the world's biggest phone makers, is planning a big push into U.S. cellphone stores. All four nationwide U.S. phoneMore >>
WILLISTON, VT – The FBI and Vermont investigators are searching a northern Vermont landfill trying to find remains of a missing Vermont couple. William and Lorraine Currier have not been seen since lastMore >>
The FBI and Vermont investigators are searching a northern Vermont landfill trying to find remains of a missing Vermont couple.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont lawmakers have dropped an effort to help tradespeople get work and kept an opt-out for parents who don't want to get their kids vaccinated while wrapping up their 2012 session.LawmakersMore >>
Vermont lawmakers have dropped an effort to help tradespeople get work and kept an opt-out for parents who don't want to get their kids vaccinated while wrapping up their 2012 session.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermonters can fish for free one day next month.On Saturday, June 9, residents and nonresidents can go fishing without a fishing license in the state.Fish and Wildlife officialsMore >>
Vermonters can fish for free one day next month.More >>
ST. JOHNSBURY, Vt. (AP) - The lawyer for a Vermont woman charged in the killing of a prep school teacher is considering whether to seek a separate trial.Allen and Patricia Prue of Waterford are chargedMore >>
The lawyer for a Vermont woman charged in the killing of a prep school teacher is considering whether to seek a separate trial.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont is keeping the philosophical exemption allowing parents to opt out of having their kids immunized.But parents exercising that right will have to sign a statement once a yearMore >>
Vermont is keeping the philosophical exemption allowing parents to opt out of having their kids immunized.More >>
A legislative conference committee has agreed to make Vermont the first state to ban a hotly debated method for drilling natural gas. Geologists say there appears to be little if any natural gas underMore >>
A legislative conference committee has agreed to make Vermont the first state to ban a hotly debated method for drilling natural gas.More >>
Putting a bag in the overhead bin will soon cost some Spirit Airlines passengers $100, more than they paid for their tickets. The Miramar, Fla., airline currently charges $45 for a carry-on bag. As ofMore >>
Putting a bag in the overhead bin will soon cost some Spirit Airlines passengers $100, more than they paid for their tickets.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - A Vermont woman who pleaded guilty to taking thousands of dollars in donations from a nonprofit group has been sentenced to nine months in prison.Forty-five-year-old Deborah StanlewiczMore >>
A Vermont woman who pleaded guilty to taking thousands of dollars in donations from a nonprofit group has been sentenced to nine months in prison.More >>
Charlie Ergen, the billionaire who controls Dish Network Corp., has a 10-year plan to transform the satellite TV provider into a one-stop shop for Internet access, video and voice services at home andMore >>
Charlie Ergen, the billionaire who controls Dish Network Corp., has a 10-year plan to transform the satellite TV provider into a one-stop shop for Internet access, video and voice services at home andMore >>
WILLISTON, Vt. (AP) - Vermont State Police investigators say an unarmed burglary suspect was shot in the back and killed after refusing a trooper's order to surrender.Vermont State Police Col. Thomas L'EsperanceMore >>
Vermont State Police investigators say an unarmed burglary suspect was shot in the back and killed after refusing a trooper's order to surrender.More >>
VERMONT – Purple traps are being used to prevent the emerald ash borer from invading Vermont. The emerald ash borer is a metallic green beetle. The beetle has already ruined 15 trees in other states,More >>
Purple traps are being used to prevent the emerald ash borer from invading Vermont.More >>
BENNINGTON, VT – Bennington Police are looking for two male suspects involved in two thefts at Rite Aid. Police say two thefts happened at the Rite Aid located on North Street over a period of four days.More >>
Bennington Police are looking for two male suspects involved in two thefts at Rite Aid.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has signed a bill into law expanding the use ignition interlock devices for people convicted of drunken driving.The voluntary program allows people withMore >>
Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has signed a bill into law expanding the use ignition interlock devices for people convicted of drunken driving.More >>
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Officials say the frigid temperatures forecast for the weekend are normal for late April. But it was the early spring that prompted the National Weather Service to issue freeze warningsMore >>
Officials say the frigid temperatures forecast for the weekend are normal for late April. But it was the early spring that prompted the National Weather Service to issue freeze warnings for parts of the state.More >>
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) - Workers say their first full day at a new Vermont state office complex in Bennington has gone smoothly. The complex in Bennington was rebuilt four years after 135 employees wereMore >>
Workers say their first full day at a new Vermont state office complex in Bennington has gone smoothly.More >>
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. (AP) - State police say a Vermont inmate facing charges of sending threatening letters to Gov. Peter Shumlin has been accused of attacking and seriously injuring another inmate in a fight.More >>
State police say a Vermont inmate facing charges of sending threatening letters to Gov. Peter Shumlin has been accused of attacking and seriously injuring another inmate in a fight.More >>
The Vermont Agency of Transportation is urging motorists to be extra careful when driving through work zones on roads and highways across the state.More >>
The Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife is asking people across the state to help biologists learn about summer bat colonies in buildings through a program called "Got Bats?"More >>
The Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife is asking people across the state to help biologists learn about summer bat colonies in buildings through a program called "Got Bats?"More >>
Vermont is embroiled in a debate over ending the philosophical exemption that allows parents to have their kids skip childhood immunizations required for attending school.More >>
Vermont is embroiled in a debate over ending the philosophical exemption that allows parents to have their kids skip childhood immunizations required for attending school.More >>
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is giving Vermont a big boost by helping defray the repair costs of a White River Junction railroad bridge nearly destroyed by flooding from Tropical Storm Irene.More >>
A Vermont school district will pay the teaching principal of an elementary school for the remainder of the school year and part of the next fiscal year in return for his resignation at the end of June.More >>
The head of the cemetery commission in the Vermont town where more than 50 sets of remains were washed out by flooding from Tropical Storm Irene says that seven months after the storm 25 sets of remains are still missing, having been swept downstream by the floodwaters.More >>
Organizers of another protest against the continued operation of the Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant are expecting at least 2,000 people, including Gov. Peter Shumlin and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders.More >>
The Vermont city of Burlington will have "more cowbell" this weekend when Phish drummer Jon Fishman leads what he hopes to be the World's Largest Cowbell Ensemble.More >>
A Vermont man has been ordered to undergo a mental health evaluation after he was accused of breaking into a couple's home armed with a machete in order to stop them from arguing.More >>
An agreement has been reached between striking teachers and school administrators in the Rutland Southwest Supervisory Union, bringing a six-day strike to a close.More >>
Leaders in the renewable energy and energy efficiency fields are to gather with lenders, elected officials and others for what's being billed as a summit aimed at promoting green energy in Vermont.More >>
Bennington College is holding a week of discussions on water, with sessions ranging from lessons learned in Vermont from Tropical Storm Irene to legal issues regarding water quality and quantity.More >>
State officials say dry and breezy conditions across Vermont are expected to continue through the weekend, which will likely continue the high to very high fire danger level.More >>
A Vermont fire chief says a fire that destroyed a Pownal mobile home, leaving a mother and three children homeless, was apparently caused by a child playing with a lighter.More >>
Fruit plants budding and blooming weeks earlier than usual were damaged by frigid temperatures this week, but farmers in the Great Lakes and Northeast say they're still assessing the toll and some crop loss won't be apparent until mid-summer.More >>
About 2,000 people have gathered to celebrate the life of a popular Vermont prep school teacher who police say was lured from her home and killed.More >>