State seeks public input on new wake boat rules
The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation is asking the public for feedback on new regulations on how wake boats are operated in public lakes and ponds in Vermont.
COVID-19 Update: Testing sites closing; shots for tots available
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve with Vermont’s state-sponsored testing sites closing this weekend just as federal public health officials have given the green light for vaccines for the youngest children.
Early voting for Vermont’s primary is open
Ballots for the Vermont primary election have arrived and Town Clerk Carla Lawrence says she's already filling requests from those who would like to vote early. Voters can request and cast ballots ahead of the Aug. 9 election day or vote at the municipal offices.
State police continue to seek info from public in shooting case
State police continue to ask for the public’s help with information that could lead to an arrest in the shooting in downtown Waterbury last weekend.
State Police update investigation into Saturday night shooting in Waterbury
Vermont State Police are investigating a shooting in downtown Waterbury Saturday night that sent a man to the hospital.
State police log: Arrests in Duxbury, at Little River State Park and Park Row
Vermont State Police have made multiple arrests in Waterbury and Duxbury recently including after a wrong-way crash on River Road on Sunday.
Wastewater system keeps up with expanding breweries
Wastewater is not something most of us think about until something goes wrong. But for the workers of Waterbury’s Edward Farrar Utility District, it’s always front-of-mind, and with Waterbury’s brewery scene expanding, efforts are underway to ensure the town’s wastewater facilities can keep up.
Health Department issues swimming cautions following Bolton drowning
The cause of death for the 21-year-old swimmer who perished at the Bolton Potholes swimming hole in May was drowning, according to the Vermont Department of Health which issued public messaging this week urging people to swim with caution this summer.
Local volunteers assist in successful search for Springfield man
Vermont State Police this afternoon announced that after a three-day search, a Springfield man with Alzheimer’s was found alive Thursday afternoon and was being evaluated by medical personnel.
Summer road work ramps up
Summer is often known by its other name – road work season –- and local projects are ramping up in multiple places, affecting travels in and around Waterbury including Stowe Street, Blush Hill Road and Interstate 89.
Crossett Brook sees COVID-19 surge in final week of school
The final week of school saw a surge of COVID-19 cases among fifth graders at Crossett Brook Middle School, according to school officials.
Police release photo of car in gas theft investigation
Vermont state police on Friday released a photo of a red sedan identified as a vehicle of interest in an incident involving vandalism and theft of fuel from the gas tank of a parked vehicle.
Troopers move to new Berlin barracks
Vermont State troopers covering Central Vermont, including Waterbury, have moved into their new barracks in Berlin after working for more than 50 years in Middlesex.
VSP: Man pointed gun, hit trooper, tried to flush drugs
BARRE — A Waterbury man is accused of pointing a gun at a woman and striking a Vermont State Police trooper after trying to flush drugs.
Portable speed monitors to help with Little River Road traffic
Residents along Little River Road in Waterbury got their requests for help with traffic control answered on Monday when town officials agreed to purchase more portable speed monitoring equipment.
Waterbury’s wastewater innovation earns EPA award
Investments in technology, equipment, and staffing know-how at Waterbury’s wastewater treatment plant in recent years have paid off with an award from the federal Environmental Protection Agency.
Schools saw the most COVID-19 cases in May as numbers taper off
The number of COVID-19 cases in local schools this past week was the lowest reported since the end of March while the total count for May was the highest of the school year.
I-89 northbound to close overnight Friday
The Vermont Agency of Transportation announced Thursday morning that it will close both northbound lanes of Interstate 89 between Waterbury Exit 10 and Richmond Exit 11 from 10 p.m. Friday, June 3, to 6 a.m. Saturday, June 4.
‘Swifts of Waterbury’ flock to White Meeting House
Waterbury’s White Meeting House has visitors flocking to it nightly but they aren’t arriving by foot or car and they aren’t using the front door.
Help wanted: Interim town clerk, treasurer needed soon
The Town of Waterbury soon will need to name a new town clerk and treasurer to serve until Town Meeting Day 2023 and the help wanted ad is now posted seeking applicants.