Public comment sought on planned ban on importing untreated firewood
A proposed Rule Governing the Importation of Untreated Firewood into the State of Vermont has been filed with the Secretary of State. … Keep Reading
Lack of snow has state warning Vermonters to hold off on feeding birds
NEWPORT — Normally, December 1 is the recommended start date for feeding birds in Vermont, but this year’s lack of snow is … Keep Reading
Derby native Nick Fortin to lead state’s deer management program
DERBY — Vermont Fish & Wildlife has hired a new biologist, Nicholas Fortin, to lead the state’s deer management program. Fortin grew … Keep Reading
Health Department warns wild parsnip causes serious burns on skin
NEWPORT — A common plant found along roadsides and open areas may not appear harmful, but the Health Department is warning Vermonters … Keep Reading
State tests mosquitoes for EEE and West Nile Virus
NEWPORT — Vermont has its fair share of flying insects, and mosquitoes seem to thrive here in the summer months. Mosquito surveillance, … Keep Reading
Vermont adds nine species to threatened and endangered list
MONTPELIER — The Vermont Agency of Natural Resources recently added nine species to the list of state threatened and endangered species. The … Keep Reading
Shaw’s Natural Spring Water recalled due to possible E. Coli contamination
DERBY — Shaw’s announced that Niagara Bottling is issuing a voluntary recall of certain bottled water products, including Natural Spring Water sold … Keep Reading
Memphremagog Watershed Association 2015 Spring and Summer Events
NEWPORT — The Memhremagog Watershed Association (MWA) has scheduled fun and educational events for the watershed community and visitors through the spring … Keep Reading
[VIDEO] Brownington man pleads not guilty to Memorial Day murder
Jeffrey Ray, 51, of Brownington was in court on Tuesday. He plead not guilty to the charge of first degree homicide for … Keep Reading
Vermont ranked healthiest state for seniors
NEWPORT — Vermont is the healthiest state for seniors, rising from fourth place last year, according to the third edition of United … Keep Reading
Pronto getting ready to drop new album It Can’t All Be Wrong
Tod Pronto’s new album It Can’t All Be Wrong goes on iTunes pre-sale today for just $6.99 with two instant downloads of … Keep Reading
Newport man sentenced to two years for bank robbery
NEWPORT — The Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Vermont stated that Erik Weinmann, 31, of Newport, was … Keep Reading
Buckle up: Seat belt crackdown starts Monday
NEWPORT — As motorists take to the roads this Memorial Day holiday, Vermont law enforcement officers are urging everyone to buckle up. … Keep Reading
Over 2,200 pounds of food raised in Orleans and Essex counties during NALC Food Drive
NEWPORT — On Saturday, May 9, the 23rd annual National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) Food Drive for the benefit of local … Keep Reading
Vermonters advised to choose native plants when landscaping to help promote wildlife
NEWPORT — Spring has finally arrived in Vermont, and gardeners and landscapers are eagerly breaking out their shovels in anticipation of the … Keep Reading
Tick season underway Health Department warns
NEWPORT — Ticks are a lot like weeds. They survive winter’s freezing temperatures, heavy snowfall and lack of sunshine. These resilient critters … Keep Reading
Elm tree restoration in Orleans County
NEWPORT — Although there are over 30,000 American streets bearing the name of “elm,” the Dutch elm disease felled these majestic trees … Keep Reading
Vermont walleye fishing season underway
NEWPORT — With some of the best walleye fishing in New England in the Northeast Kingdom, the Vermont walleye fishing season is … Keep Reading
Foreign Trade Zone expanded to include all of Lamoille County
MORRISVILLE — The Northeastern Vermont Development Association has officially been granted approval to expand its Foreign Trade Zone service area to include … Keep Reading
GMUW promotes 23rd annual National Association of Letter Carriers Food Drive
NEWPORT — On May 9, 2015, the 23rd Annual National Association of Letter Carriers Food Drive for the benefit of local food … Keep Reading
Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont announces presidential run
NEWPORT — The independent Vermont senator Bernie Sanders announced this morning that he is running for president. Sanders made the announcement in … Keep Reading
Scenes from opening weekend of QNEK’s 23rd season
Photos by Tanya Mueller QNEK Productions kicked off its 23rd season with the dark and delightful comedy Arsenic and Old Lace by … Keep Reading
Rockslide in Royalton closes lane on I-89
ROYALTON — A rockslide on I-89 in Royalton created a traffic hazard and caused delays in the southbound lane, Vermont State Police … Keep Reading
Report: Vermont is losing forestland
MONTPELIER – Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Michael Snyder unveiled a new report to the legislature last week that … Keep Reading
Police looking for suspect in Vermont shooting death
SPRINGFIELD — The Vermont State Police Major Crime Unit say that they have secured an arrest warrant for a man they believe … Keep Reading
Moose goes for a run on Lake Memphremagog
Locals watched a moose going for a run on Lake Memphremagog yesterday. Alain De Le Bruere captured the event in the photo … Keep Reading
Nominations welcome for Vermont’s Poet Laureate
NEWPORT — Governor Peter Shumlin and the Vermont Arts Council are inviting nominations for the appointment of a new Vermont Poet Laureate. … Keep Reading
Vermont trout fishing season opened today
NEWPORT — Despite the late return of spring, Vermont’s traditional trout fishing season opened today, marking the start of some of the … Keep Reading
Hummus sold in Vermont recalled over possible Listeria contamination
BURLINGTON – The Vermont Department of Health is notifying Vermonters about a voluntary recall of Sabra Dipping Co., LLC Classic Hummus due … Keep Reading
Fatal snowmobile accident in Wheelock
WHEELOCK — A snowmobile crash on a VAST trail near Fall Brook Road in the town of Wheelock Saturday evening left a … Keep Reading
Orleans and Essex ranked least healthy counties in Vermont
NEWPORT — Vermonters are not equally healthy. According to the 2015 County Health Rankings released by the University of Wisconsin Population Health … Keep Reading
[AUDIO] Why is the AnC Bio project on hold and what needs to be done to move forward
NEWPORT — On Sunday, VTDigger broke news that state approval for AnC Bio Vermont was suspended in August. Newport Dispatch News spoke … Keep Reading
911 dispatch center in Derby likely to close within 45 days
DERBY — Vermont’s public safety commissioner Keith Flynn told WCAX-TV reporters that the Derby 911 dispatch center will most likely be closing … Keep Reading