DERBY — Police say a 46-year-old man from Orleans is facing multiple charges, after they began an investigation several months ago regarding a vulnerable adult and a family member who they say was taking advantage of him. The arrest took place on Friday in Orleans. Police say Dennis Crawford, 46, is facing charges of financial…
NEWPORT — Just a few short steps across a wooden bridge from the bike path and into the Primeau Woods as they are sometimes called, the Memphremagog Ski Touring Foundation (MSTF) trails are open for activities throughout the year. These 100 acres located between the Beebe Spur Rail Trail and Darling Hill Road, provide a…
DERBY — After more than a decade of rumors that a Walmart was coming to Derby, a groundbreaking ceremony was held on Tuesday, marking the start of construction to take place on the new store. The Walmart Supercenter will be located on Route 5, and will be open 24-hours a day. The District 7 Environmental…
DERBY — Today was a very special and busy day for Bennett Stenger. Bennett has been struggling with rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS), a rare type of cancer. When Make-A-Wish Vermont contacted his family asking what he might like to experience, they said he loved the Vermont State Police, and would like a ride-a-long. When VSP commanders heard…
DERBY — For the last few years, Jed’s Maple Products has been steadily growing as a local business and brand. With over sixty different products, eco-friendly production methods, and a vision for the future focused on building community around their beautiful property in Derby, this is an exciting time for the local family run business.…
DERBY — A tractor-trailer that was towing a manure spreader overturned in Derby this afternoon. The single vehicle accident took place on U.S. Route 5 in the Town of Derby, at around 11:25 a.m. Police say that the driver, Michael Judd, 72, of Derby, was wearing his seatbelt at the time and not injured in…
DERBY — Vermont Fish & Wildlife has hired a new biologist, Nicholas Fortin, to lead the state’s deer management program. Fortin grew up in Derby, and is a 2001 graduate of North Country Union High School in Newport. He has an associate’s degree in fish and wildlife technology at Paul Smiths College in New York,…
DERBY — A logging truck ended up rolling on its passenger side in Derby on Wednesday evening. The incident took place just after 6 p.m., on Route 105. The driver, Winfred Spaulding, 42, of Maine, told police that another vehicle was traveling on the center yellow line coming at him. The oncoming vehicle forced him…
DERBY — Two Newport residents are behind bars after a bizarre incident that took place at a home in Sunset Acres on Sunday morning. Police say that Spencer Lucas, 25, and Danual Morrow, 42, are accused of going on a crime spree along the Newport bike path, that ended in the two trying to steal…
NEWPORT — The Fourth of July falls on a Saturday this year, which seems extra conducive to a celebration. Pack the family, the lawn chairs and blankets, and head out to watch some fireworks, hear some live music, or take in a boat parade on this annual rite of summer. Here are some of the events…
TROY — An 18-year-old man from Westfield was airlifted to the hospital after a serious accident that took place near Troy on Friday. Authorities have not released much information about the accident, but say that Cody Rosenberger, 18, of Westfield was traveling south on Vermont Route 101 toward the village of Troy, when he crashed…
BARTON — Local Boy Scouts Troop 880 of Derby had a significant amount of lumber they were using for various projects stolen from them sometime last week. The lumber was being stored at a local lumber yard in Barton. Police report that they received a call reporting the theft from EM Brown & Son. Police…
DERBY — Community National Bank (CNB) recently honored Katelyn Patenaude, a North Country Union High School student, and Nicholas Aiken, a Lyndon Institute student with Community’s Promise Community Service Awards for their outstanding contributions to their communities. Students submited essays describing their volunteer activities and what they have done to make their community a better…
DERBY — Local poet Jerry Johnson was at the United Christian Academy’s Senior Speech Night on Friday to present Adrien Patenaude Memorial Scholarships to two talented young artists. The scholarship was started in honor of Newport artist Adrien Patenaude, who passed away last year. Patenaude illustrated Johnson’s new children’s book, “Noah’s Song.” To honor Patenaude,…
DERBY — A total of 291 runners took to the dirt roads on a sunny and cool Saturday morning at the height of dandelion season in the fields of Derby, Holland, and Morgan. Over 100 area youth stormed the Dandelion Run, having a blast and laying down some impressive times. Meanwhile, locals reasserted their “home…
NEWPORT — Saigelyn Green, a senior at NCUHS from Derby, is making a name for herself as a young composer. In the last three years she has had five of her compositions performed by professional musicians around the state. On Saturday, Green was in Burlington as her latest piece, Realm of Reflection, was performed by…
DERBY — The Seventh Annual Dandelion Run will be taking place on May 23rd through the world famous dandelion fields of Morgan, Holland, and Derby. Runners will be traveling from all over New England and from around the country to join a strong group of local runners, young and old. They’ll be representing the states…
DERBY — The North Derby Road is now much safer for cyclists thanks to the persistence of Beth Barnes and the Derby Selectmen’s decision to grant Barnes permission to have it properly marked for bike traffic. On Thursday morning Barnes and the Derby Public Works crew were out with stencils getting the roadway signs painted.…
STUDENTS PICTURED FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Frankie Thompson, Justin Bouchard, Arne Bannach, Charlie Thompson, Ian Applegate, Cooper Brueck, Corbin Brueck, Sabine Brueck, Noah Fortin. Not pictured Marianna Barrett. DERBY — The Clyde River has a long tradition of kids spending time outdoors along its reach; paddling its swiftwater sections, fishing for brookies in deep pools,…
DERBY — Police are reporting that a business in North Troy, and a home in Derby were burglarized over the last several days. In both incidents tools were reported stolen, but police have not said if the crimes appear to be related. Police say they were contacted by Scott LeBaron, 57, of Newport, reporting several…
DERBY — Police are reporting that a 45-year-old man from Orleans is facing a simple assault charge after an incident that took place at McDonald’s in Derby this afternoon. According to police, Albert Cole, 45, was arrested and charged with simple assault at around 1 p.m. on Wednesday. In a statement, Sgt. A. Jensen of…
DERBY — A car was reported stolen last night on Salem Derby Road. Police are saying that the theft occurred at 328 Salem Derby Road, in the town of Derby. They also report that the incident happened sometime during the overnight hours. The car is described as a 2008 Pontiac G6, dark blue in color.…
On Saturday, Jed’s Maple hosted the grand opening of the Wheeler Maple Museum. We caught up with the Wheeler’s to find out more about the project, and to learn more about the history of Jed’s Maple. You can tour the museum March 28th and 29th during the annual Maple Open House and Sugar on Snow…
DERBY — Vermont’s public safety commissioner Keith Flynn told WCAX-TV reporters that the Derby 911 dispatch center will most likely be closing within the next 45 days. The move is estimated to save the state around $2 million annually, but has come under criticism from lawmakers who fear that fewer dispatchers could cause a public…
DERBY — Police say that nobody was injured during an accident that happened yesterday in Derby. The two-vehicle crash took place in front of 5022 US Route 5 at around 12:24 p.m. Police say Spencer Lachance-Guyette, 21, of North Troy, was pulling out of a parking lot onto Route 5, and collided with Helen Limlaw,…