Local marathon swimmer completes swim around Manhattan
DERBY — A local open water swimmer recently completed one of the triple crowns of marathon open water swimming. On July 5, … Keep Reading
Fatal crash in Morgan
MORGAN — A 59-year-old man from Morgan was killed during a single-vehicle crash on Friday. Police say Gary MeGrath was traveling east … Keep Reading
Health crisis inspires region-wide resource hub at NEKstrong.com
NEWPORT — With the help of local service providers, non-profits, and chambers, the NEK Collaborative has officially launched NEKstrong.com, an online tool … Keep Reading
Girl Scout from Glover receives highest honor a Junior can earn
GLOVER — Ten-year-old Girl Scout Abbygail Warriner of Glover has become a Bronze Award Girl Scout for her project, “Shooting Star Sewing.” … Keep Reading
Driver injured during single-vehicle crash on I-91
BROWNINGTON — A New Hampshire man was injured after a single-vehicle crash on I-91 near Brownington today. Police say Trevor Austin, 19, … Keep Reading
Seven small group open water swims organized on Lake Memphremagog
DERBY — Kingdom Games and the Northeast Kingdom Open Water Swimming Association recently announced that a new small group swimming series at … Keep Reading
Police: Barton man facing charges after vehicle fire in Orleans
ORLEANS — A 39-year-old man from Barton is facing numerous charges, including arson, following an incident early Wednesday morning in Orleans. The … Keep Reading
Such a Small Ask! By Pam Ladds
It started off as such a small ask. At the City Council meeting where meetings are set for the year, we, citizens … Keep Reading
First scholarship awarded from newly established fund at North Country Hospital
NEWPORT — North Country Hospital’s Scholarship Review Committee recently selected longtime nurse Rhonda Howard, to receive the first $2,000 continuing education scholarship … Keep Reading
Man arrested for burglary at C&C Supermarket in Barton
BARTON — Police say a 56-year-old man from West Virginia was arrested for breaking into the C&C Supermarket just days after being … Keep Reading
4th annual Westmore Mountain Challenge opens for registration
EAST CHARLESTON — The 4th annual Westmore Mountain Challenge, scheduled for Saturday, September 26, is open for registration. This one-day, five-mountain marathon … Keep Reading
Bluffside Farm to grow additional food for anyone in need
NEWPORT — The Vermont Land Trust, in partnership with the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps (VYCC) and ShiftMeals, are working together to ensure … Keep Reading
Six students complete associate degree nursing program
NEWPORT — Between Vermont Technical College (VTC), North Country Hospital (NCH) and area healthcare organizations, there are now six more students who … Keep Reading
Driver injured after hitting deer in Brighton
BRIGHTON — A woman suffered minor injures after hitting a deer in Brighton on Wednesday night. Emergency workers responded to a report … Keep Reading
Police: ATV rider intentionally damaged driveway in Coventry
COVENTRY — Police say they are still investigating a vandalism that took place last Friday in Coventry. Janine Lamarche notified police that … Keep Reading
Locals students awarded scholarships from the Orleans County Board of Realtors
NEWPORT — A group of local students have recently been awarded scholarships from the Orleans County Board of Realtors. Emma Drake of … Keep Reading
Newport man killed in motorcycle crash
NEWPORT — A 64-year-old man from Newport was killed in a motorcycle crash this afternoon in Kirby. Emergency workers were notified of … Keep Reading
Black Lives Matter mural, farmers market sign vandalized in Craftsbury
CRAFTSBURY — Police are investigating a string of vandalism incidents that took place in Craftsbury recently. On Thursday, a report of vandalism … Keep Reading
Shuttered farmstand reopens its doors as Wilson Farm Market
GREENSBORO — Greensboro-area residents who love farm-fresh food have something to celebrate with the revival of a local farm. By conserving the … Keep Reading
North Country Hospital earns echocardiography re-accreditation
NEWPORT — North Country Hospital’s Cardiac Ultrasound Laboratory has been granted an additional three-year term of accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission … Keep Reading
Barton student receives Land Stewards Award from Vermont Land Trust
BARTON — Since 2005, the Vermont Land Trust has recognized outstanding high school juniors and seniors who are dedicated to agriculture and … Keep Reading
Moose causes single-vehicle rollover crash with injuries, Glover
GLOVER — A 63-year-old man from Derby was injured during a single-vehicle rollover crash in Glover on Tuesday. The crash took place … Keep Reading
Driver seriously injured during single-vehicle crash in Craftsbury
CRAFTSBURY — A 20-year-old man from West Glover was seriously injured during a single-vehicle crash in Craftsbury this afternoon. At around 3:30 … Keep Reading
Police: Newport man arrested after several incidents, including attempting to grope teenager
NEWPORT — The Newport Police Department has charged a man following multiple incidents on Friday, including one in which he allegedly attempted … Keep Reading
Local individuals and organizations recognized in NEK Prevention Appreciation Awards
NEWPORT — The Newport district now has a strong prevention foundation in place, one that can be built upon by future prevention … Keep Reading