Road Work | Sept. 23-27
The newsiest Road Work Update in weeks: In Waterbury, Gregg Hill Road reopens after two months closed due to a collapsed culvert and Union Street to be closed Monday-Tuesday; paving on I-89 northbound between Montpelier and Waterbury getting underway; and a townwide road update for Duxbury.
Summer finale: Rotary surprises Lewis with park honor, awards Sunzilla prizes
A crowd gathered at Rusty Parker Memorial Park recently for the final farmers market of the season and to find out who won this year's “Hunt for Sunzilla.” But first, they honored a man who helped make the park happen.
In Waterbury, Green Up Vermont hails volunteer Guinness World Record
Earlier this year, Green Up Vermont Executive Director Kate Alberghini put out a call to her legions of local organizers around the state to see if they could sign up as many people as possible ahead of Green Up Day 2024.
Flood Update | Sept. 20
Waterbury’s long-term flood recovery group CReW will hold a special meeting Wednesday, Sept. 25, for home and building owners to share their flood-proofing ideas and stories.
ELECTION: Washington County Progressives host Sunday candidate meet and greet
The Washington County Progressive Party will host a candidate meet and greet on Sunday, Sept. 22, in Barre with candidates for governor, lieutenant governor and the Washington state Senate district.
Flood Update | Sept. 15: New hours at FEMA centers including in Waterbury
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has announced changes in operations and hours at six Disaster Recovery Centers across Vermont starting this week, including at the center in the Waterbury Armory.
Housing Task Force hopes to inspire property owners to create new living units
In one of its efforts to spark new housing development in town, the Waterbury Housing Task Force invites the public to attend its meeting this Thursday, Sept. 19, where it will be discussing Accessory Dwelling Units.
State police seek tips in hit-and-run and burglary cases
Vermont State Police again are looking to the public for information that might help solve two new cases in Waterbury – a recent hit-and-run incident on Rt. 100 near Interstate 89, and another convenience store break-in this weekend.
Republican, Independent Vt. House candidates launch campaigns
As the November 5 General Election approaches, the Washington-Chittenden race for two seats in the Vermont House of Representatives is taking shape among two longtime incumbents and two first-time candidates on the ballot.
Partnership proposes to rehab, move, reuse historic Goodell House on Ricker Mountain
The sole remaining structure on Little River State Park’s History Hike has a chance for new life and new purpose thanks to a proposed partnership between Vermont’s Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation and the Vermont Huts Association.
Vt. Air National Guard night flights scheduled through 9/18
The Vermont Air National Guard announced today that it will conduct night flying operations Tuesday,-Thursday, Sept. 10-12, this week and next week Tuesday-Wednesday, Sept. 17-18.
Ridley Brook tract added to Camels Hump State Park
A multi-step project to permanently conserve 62 acres along Ridley Brook and the Winooski River in Duxbury and add the property to Camel’s Hump State Park came to fruition this summer.
Candidate finance reports tally primary spending and look ahead to Nov. election
Candidates for the Vermont Legislature filed their latest campaign finance reports on Sept. 1, documenting their fundraising and spending for the August primary as they prepare for the November general election.
VSP investigate multiple thefts including a stolen vehicle & store break-in
Vermont State Police have reported multiple new investigations in the past week including a vehicle theft at Snowfire, a burglary at Crossroads Beverage and Deli, and thefts at Shaw’s supermarket and the Country Club of Vermont.
Voters reminded to update address details this week
Voters are reminded to update their addresses on file before Sept. 1 in order to receive their General Election ballot at the correct location. The Secretary of State’s office will mail ballots to all active voters starting in late September.
Flood Update | August 26
More than a month after the July 9-11 storm caused major flooding damage across wide swaths of Vermont, the White House has declared the event a major disaster, opening the door to Vermont residents and municipalities to receive federal assistance including unemployment benefits.
State appeals Waterbury’s zoning requirement for armory use
The question of whether a local permit will be needed regarding the future use of the Waterbury armory appears to be headed to state Environmental Court.
With primary results certified, Vermont’s 2024 candidates are set
State leaders certified a slate of primary race victors who, along with new candidates recently nominated by political parties, will appear on November’s general election ballots.
Vermont loses iconic lawmaker, professor, pollster as former Sen. William “Bill” Doyle dies at 98
A giant of the Vermont Legislature and lifelong champion of civics education, William “Bill” Doyle has passed away at the age of 98.
Road Work | Aug. 19-23
Work is progressing on Camel's Hump Road in Duxbury slower than anticipated with bridge repairs expected to be completed this week. In Waterbury, multiple road projects are underway this week. A water/sewer line installation on Lincoln Street will mean one-lane traffic only on Wednesday and fixes are coming for the Gregg Hill 'chasm' and the Shaw Mansion 'dip.'