Weather Channel Meteorologist Ray Stagich says we’ll have occasional rain by this afternoon with a high in the mid 60’s.
State police have arrested a Westport man for allegedly striking a young boy during a biddy soccer game Tuesday afternoon. Richard F. Jensen was arrested on charges of assault of a child younger than 7 and endangering the welfare of a child. He was arraigned in Moriah Town Court and released on his own recognizance. With a charge of second-degree assault, he could face a maximum of seven years in prison.
The Brandon Development Review Board’s decision on a proposed shopping center is under attack from both sides. Massachusetts Developer William McCabe said he would appeal the board’s decision to allow him to build a Hannaford at the corner of Route 7 and Nickerson Road while disallowing associated retail space and another building intended to hold a restaurant. Fifteen Brandon residents filed a notice of appeal in August, followed by a nine-page document questioning 17 aspects of the decision.
Rutland High School will use the bulk of an $850,364 grant for teachers and technology with the ultimate goal of improving student test scores over the next three years. The grant was largest award in the state among 69 schools in need of improvement. The school became eligible for the grant in March after the state was federally mandated to determine which schools in Vermont were in the most need of student improvement or “persistently low-achieving.”
A Rutland man charged with trying to rob two South Main Street businesses remains behind bars on $50,000 bail. John J. Burke pleaded innocent in Rutland District Court recently to a pair of felony charges of larceny for allegedly entering a Dunkin’ Donuts and Cumberland Farms convenience store and demanding cash from the registers.
With an eye on future development, Supervisor Bethany Kosmider has asked the Adirondack Park Agency to review its land use map in Crown Point. She has met with the APA and discussed changing the Sugar Hill area from moderate-intensity zoning to hamlet. Hamlets are exempt from APA regulation. Before any action, the APA is required to notify landowners of possible changes and public hearings must be held.
Matthew J. Courtright is the new executive director of the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce. For the past three and a half years Courtright has been with Silver Bay YMCA, most recently holding the position of conference relations and marketing director. The chamber board is confident that it has chosen an excellent leader who will guide the chambers efforts as it continues to promote and support area businesses and the region. He was born and raised in Ticonderoga and currently resides in Port Henry with his family.
The Ticonderoga Police Department along with many other state and local departments nationwide will participate in the national drug "Take Back" initiative. The Drug Enforcement Administration will be collecting potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs for destruction at sites nationwide on Saturday, Sept. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. The collection site in Ticonderoga will be at the Ticonderoga police station.
It's now been six days since Pat O'Hagan disappeared from her home in the Northeast Kingdom, and State Police are now calling it a kidnapping. However, they are revealing little about what led them to that conclusion. On Wednesday, a Vermont State Police Major said while they believe it's an isolated incident, they're reminding people to lock their homes and vehicles. State Police have been joined by the FBI, firefighters, local volunteers and the Vermont National Air Guard in their search for O'Hagan.
Children and those who work around them should be vaccinated against whooping cough. The illness is a highly contagious bacterial infection that settles in the lungs. The Vermont Department of Health says nine cases have been confirmed in the state, with five in just the past two weeks. School entry laws in Vermont require kids be vaccinated before entering kindergarten, and it's suggested parents, siblings or anyone spending time near infants should get vaccinated as well.
In November, voters across Vermont will not only be asked to elect a number of officials, but they will also be asked to approve an amendment to the state constitution. The amendment would allow 17-year-olds to vote in primaries if they turn 18 by Election Day. The amendment was designed to boost voter interest in younger citizens.
Lt. Gov. Brian Dubie's campaign for governor continues to attract large numbers of donations. The Republican Dubie says he's raised more than $150,000 in the past 30 days, bringing the total so far in the campaign to nearly $1.2 million from 4,727 donors. According to campaign finance reports filed Wednesday, Democrat Peter Shumlin has raised $59,000 in the reporting period, of which a little under $1,000 came from himself or his family.
If money matters in politics, the race for Vermont's open secretary of state's office this year could be a close one. Campaign finance reports filed Wednesday show Republican Jason Gibbs and Democrat Jim Condos in a virtual dead heat with just over $40,000 each raised so far in the campaign. Meanwhile, incumbent Republican Auditor Tom Salmon holds a slight fundraising edge over Democratic-Progressive challenger Doug Hoffer. Salmon has raised about $22,000 so far in the campaign, while Hoffer has collected about $18,000.
The state Health Department says Vermont woman have the highest rate in the country of breast-feeding their babies at their first birthdays. Almost 40% of Vermont woman breast-fed 12 months after birth and more than 86% of babies are breast-fed at some point. Health Commissioner Dr. Wendy Davis says the high rate of breast-feeding is 1 of the reasons Vermont consistently ranks among the healthiest states in the country.
This weekend marks the 100th anniversary of the Crown Point State Historic Site. The Historic Site began life in 1910 as a gift from a Port Henry businessman who bought the property and turned it over to the state. The two-day cultural event will honor the nations that sought control of a colonial territorial prize: the Lake Champlain valley.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
WVTK Local & State News September 15, 2010
Weather Channel Meteorologist Ray Stagich says a Mix of Sun & Clouds Today with a chance of a Shower – High around 60.
The strike has been called off and students in Winooski will have school today. At around 2:30 this morning, after 8-hours of negotiations, the teacher's union and the school reached a tentative agreement on a new contract. Details of the deal will not be released until the school board and the WEA ratify it today or tomorrow.
With 79-percent of the votes in, it looks like Matt Doheny has won the Republican Primary from the 23rd Congressional Seat. Although locally, he didn't do so well. According to the unofficial results, Doug Hoffman was ahead in both Clinton and Essex Counties. The final results may not be known for a couple of weeks, as absentee ballots still need to be counted.
Political novice and tea party ally Carl Paladino has beaten the Republican designee in the race for the party's nomination for New York governor. Paladino rode a wave of voter anger on his way to defeating former Congressman Rick Lazio. It's another blow to the GOP in a heavily Democratic state.
The state of Vermont will be getting $19-Million-Dollars to support education jobs. The funds from the U.S. Department of Education are part of $10-Billion-Dollars being distributed to states by a formula based on population figures. States then can distribute the money to school districts based on their our formulas.
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters is buy one of their Canadian competitors, Van Houtte for $890 million. The Montreal company roasts and markets gourmet coffee for homes and offices and distributes it through direct-to-store delivery and coffee services networks in Canada and the U.S. The deal is expected to be closed by the end of the year.
Formal results aren’t in, but according to some Rutland and Killington business owners, the Killington Classic motorcycle rally was profitable during a time otherwise dominated by the Vermont State Fair. Both the Killington and Rutland Region chambers of commerce reported good results from the ninth-annual touring rally. This is a big difference from last year when the rally bypassed downtown Rutland because of miscommunication.
It's nearly been five days since Mary Pat O'Hagan was last seen in her hometown of Sheffield. State Police have called her disappearance "suspicious" and are calling in the FBI to assist in what they now believe to be a possible abduction. Detectives say she was likely kidnapped from her home during the late afternoon or evening hours on Friday. State Police are continuing to offer a five thousand dollar reward for information that will help break the case.
The Vermont State Employees Association is backing Democrat Peter Shumlin for governor, saying he'll do a better job preserving state services - and state workers' jobs - than his Republican opponent, Lt. Gov. Brian Dubie. Dubie also has picked up some labor endorsements, including from the Professional Firefighters of Vermont and two locals of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
The Vermont State Police hopes to arm most of its officers with Tasers. State Police Capt. Robert Evans said yesterday that a handful of state police officers have been armed with Tasers for the past four years as part of a pilot program to test the weapons in the field. Based on that experience, a state police committee recommended to top commanders that all uniformed officers ranging from lieutenants to troopers be armed with Tasers.
Charges against a group of Vermont Yankee protesters have once again been dropped. In August, police cited eight women with unlawful trespassing. The protesters, known as "the Raging Grannies," blocked the main gate while calling for the immediate shutdown of the reactor. Now, for the ninth time in a row, the Windham County State's Attorney's Office dropped the charges, saying it would take too many resources to prosecute the alleged crime.
Officials at the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity say that they will start the heating season this year with little funding to assist those in need, due to a lack of donations to the Warmth Program. Also, the Shareheat fund, which serves CVPS customers, has a deficit of several thousand dollars. Authorities say they have never seen a heating season with so few resources.
The strike has been called off and students in Winooski will have school today. At around 2:30 this morning, after 8-hours of negotiations, the teacher's union and the school reached a tentative agreement on a new contract. Details of the deal will not be released until the school board and the WEA ratify it today or tomorrow.
With 79-percent of the votes in, it looks like Matt Doheny has won the Republican Primary from the 23rd Congressional Seat. Although locally, he didn't do so well. According to the unofficial results, Doug Hoffman was ahead in both Clinton and Essex Counties. The final results may not be known for a couple of weeks, as absentee ballots still need to be counted.
Political novice and tea party ally Carl Paladino has beaten the Republican designee in the race for the party's nomination for New York governor. Paladino rode a wave of voter anger on his way to defeating former Congressman Rick Lazio. It's another blow to the GOP in a heavily Democratic state.
The state of Vermont will be getting $19-Million-Dollars to support education jobs. The funds from the U.S. Department of Education are part of $10-Billion-Dollars being distributed to states by a formula based on population figures. States then can distribute the money to school districts based on their our formulas.
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters is buy one of their Canadian competitors, Van Houtte for $890 million. The Montreal company roasts and markets gourmet coffee for homes and offices and distributes it through direct-to-store delivery and coffee services networks in Canada and the U.S. The deal is expected to be closed by the end of the year.
Formal results aren’t in, but according to some Rutland and Killington business owners, the Killington Classic motorcycle rally was profitable during a time otherwise dominated by the Vermont State Fair. Both the Killington and Rutland Region chambers of commerce reported good results from the ninth-annual touring rally. This is a big difference from last year when the rally bypassed downtown Rutland because of miscommunication.
It's nearly been five days since Mary Pat O'Hagan was last seen in her hometown of Sheffield. State Police have called her disappearance "suspicious" and are calling in the FBI to assist in what they now believe to be a possible abduction. Detectives say she was likely kidnapped from her home during the late afternoon or evening hours on Friday. State Police are continuing to offer a five thousand dollar reward for information that will help break the case.
The Vermont State Employees Association is backing Democrat Peter Shumlin for governor, saying he'll do a better job preserving state services - and state workers' jobs - than his Republican opponent, Lt. Gov. Brian Dubie. Dubie also has picked up some labor endorsements, including from the Professional Firefighters of Vermont and two locals of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
The Vermont State Police hopes to arm most of its officers with Tasers. State Police Capt. Robert Evans said yesterday that a handful of state police officers have been armed with Tasers for the past four years as part of a pilot program to test the weapons in the field. Based on that experience, a state police committee recommended to top commanders that all uniformed officers ranging from lieutenants to troopers be armed with Tasers.
Charges against a group of Vermont Yankee protesters have once again been dropped. In August, police cited eight women with unlawful trespassing. The protesters, known as "the Raging Grannies," blocked the main gate while calling for the immediate shutdown of the reactor. Now, for the ninth time in a row, the Windham County State's Attorney's Office dropped the charges, saying it would take too many resources to prosecute the alleged crime.
Officials at the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity say that they will start the heating season this year with little funding to assist those in need, due to a lack of donations to the Warmth Program. Also, the Shareheat fund, which serves CVPS customers, has a deficit of several thousand dollars. Authorities say they have never seen a heating season with so few resources.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
WVTK Local & State News September 14, 2010
Weather Channel Meteorologist Ray Stagich says we have a slight chance of Showers today with a High around 65.
The Addison Northwest Supervisory Union has scheduled a series of public meetings this fall to explore the possibility of a Town Meeting Day 2011 unification vote. The first meeting will take place tonight at the Vergennes Union High School library from 6:30 – 8:00PM.
It's Primary Day across New York today. A hotly contested race for Ticonderoga highway superintendent is 1 of only 2 local contests in Essex County today. Clinton County has only 2 local primaries as well. Voters will also decide who will face Bill Owens in the general election for the 23rd Congressional District Seat. The polls are open today from noon to 9 PM.
A freeze that destroyed a large number of apple crops in our area last May caused the U.S. Department of Agriculture to designate Addison County as a natural disaster area. The designation makes area farmers eligible for low-interest loans and the Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments Program. That is a federal program that provides grants to farmers who have had substantial crop losses due to weather and natural disasters.
Last Wednesday a number of people gathered here in Middlebury for a forum on the local dairy industry. Many issues were identified that seem to be holding back the industry but not many solutions were offered. The group was comprised of dairy farmers, community members, politicians and government employees. The primary reason for the gathering was to discuss the struggles Addison County dairy farmers face. Future meetings are expected to focus on specific dairy issues and local solutions.
The Hub teen center in Bristol has been working all summer to expand the skate park. Skateboarders, inline skaters, and riders of scooters and bikes use the park. Thanks to the donation of many ramps and features from the town of Hinesburg and the donation of time and services from many local businesses and organizations, the skate park has doubled in size.
The state is considering closing the downtown parking deck in Rutland earlier on weeknights and entirely on weekends. The commissioner of the state Buildings and General Services, said he was looking at decreased hours as an option if the state cannot reach an agreement with the city to lease the bottom four levels of the deck. He said lack of users and vandalism were driving the consideration. Mayor Christopher Louras said the city and the state have been talking for some time and the question of the city leasing the deck will go before the Community and Economic Development Committee on Sept. 22.
Now officially the Democrats' nominee, Peter Shumlin is launching his fall campaign for governor of Vermont, taking aim at Republican opponent Brian Dubie. On Monday, Shumlin outlined his plans in an appearance in Burlington. He says he'll stress the economy and jobs and contrast himself with Dubie's record as lieutenant governor under Gov. Jim Douglas.
A contingent of Vermont National Guard air ambulance company members is headed for Iraq. They left yesterday from South Burlington on a chartered jet. The group's helicopters were flown south on Saturday, headed to the mobilization station at Fort Hood, Texas. The soldiers are headed to Iraq for a 1-year deployment.
The Vermont State Police are offering a $5,000 reward in hopes of cracking the case of a missing Northeast Kingdom woman. Seventy-8-year-old Mary Pat O'Hagan, of Sheffield, has been missing since Friday. State Police say they'll pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the resolution of the case.
Boston has reclaimed its blood collection title from Rutland. Rutland set the record last December for the biggest one-day blood drive, collecting 1,024 pints at the Paramount Theatre. But Boston now has the record after pulling in 1,177 pints Saturday at Fenway Park. Rutland will try to regain the title at this year's Gift of Life Marathon, scheduled for December 21st.
Scores are up for Vermont students taking the SAT and ACT tests. On the SAT exam, math scores increased the most, up 3 points from a year ago. Critical reading scores rose 1 point and writing scores remained the same. On the ACT's, Vermont students turned in the 5th best scores in the nation.
A business that helps fire crews around the state needed firefighters yesterday. Charbonneau's Body Shop in Highgate suffered severe structural damage in a fire. Highgate's Fire Chief says it appears the shop was hit by lightning during a quick storm. He says crews got the blaze out quickly. Charbonneau's works on fire trucks from departments across the state.
The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe has been awarded a $10.5-Million-Dollar grant to bring broadband capabilities to the Akwesasne reservation. The grant will help 3,750 people, 200 businesses and 42 institutions on the reservation obtain high-speed Internet connections. Officials say more than 780 jobs could be created.
The Addison Northwest Supervisory Union has scheduled a series of public meetings this fall to explore the possibility of a Town Meeting Day 2011 unification vote. The first meeting will take place tonight at the Vergennes Union High School library from 6:30 – 8:00PM.
It's Primary Day across New York today. A hotly contested race for Ticonderoga highway superintendent is 1 of only 2 local contests in Essex County today. Clinton County has only 2 local primaries as well. Voters will also decide who will face Bill Owens in the general election for the 23rd Congressional District Seat. The polls are open today from noon to 9 PM.
A freeze that destroyed a large number of apple crops in our area last May caused the U.S. Department of Agriculture to designate Addison County as a natural disaster area. The designation makes area farmers eligible for low-interest loans and the Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments Program. That is a federal program that provides grants to farmers who have had substantial crop losses due to weather and natural disasters.
Last Wednesday a number of people gathered here in Middlebury for a forum on the local dairy industry. Many issues were identified that seem to be holding back the industry but not many solutions were offered. The group was comprised of dairy farmers, community members, politicians and government employees. The primary reason for the gathering was to discuss the struggles Addison County dairy farmers face. Future meetings are expected to focus on specific dairy issues and local solutions.
The Hub teen center in Bristol has been working all summer to expand the skate park. Skateboarders, inline skaters, and riders of scooters and bikes use the park. Thanks to the donation of many ramps and features from the town of Hinesburg and the donation of time and services from many local businesses and organizations, the skate park has doubled in size.
The state is considering closing the downtown parking deck in Rutland earlier on weeknights and entirely on weekends. The commissioner of the state Buildings and General Services, said he was looking at decreased hours as an option if the state cannot reach an agreement with the city to lease the bottom four levels of the deck. He said lack of users and vandalism were driving the consideration. Mayor Christopher Louras said the city and the state have been talking for some time and the question of the city leasing the deck will go before the Community and Economic Development Committee on Sept. 22.
Now officially the Democrats' nominee, Peter Shumlin is launching his fall campaign for governor of Vermont, taking aim at Republican opponent Brian Dubie. On Monday, Shumlin outlined his plans in an appearance in Burlington. He says he'll stress the economy and jobs and contrast himself with Dubie's record as lieutenant governor under Gov. Jim Douglas.
A contingent of Vermont National Guard air ambulance company members is headed for Iraq. They left yesterday from South Burlington on a chartered jet. The group's helicopters were flown south on Saturday, headed to the mobilization station at Fort Hood, Texas. The soldiers are headed to Iraq for a 1-year deployment.
The Vermont State Police are offering a $5,000 reward in hopes of cracking the case of a missing Northeast Kingdom woman. Seventy-8-year-old Mary Pat O'Hagan, of Sheffield, has been missing since Friday. State Police say they'll pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the resolution of the case.
Boston has reclaimed its blood collection title from Rutland. Rutland set the record last December for the biggest one-day blood drive, collecting 1,024 pints at the Paramount Theatre. But Boston now has the record after pulling in 1,177 pints Saturday at Fenway Park. Rutland will try to regain the title at this year's Gift of Life Marathon, scheduled for December 21st.
Scores are up for Vermont students taking the SAT and ACT tests. On the SAT exam, math scores increased the most, up 3 points from a year ago. Critical reading scores rose 1 point and writing scores remained the same. On the ACT's, Vermont students turned in the 5th best scores in the nation.
A business that helps fire crews around the state needed firefighters yesterday. Charbonneau's Body Shop in Highgate suffered severe structural damage in a fire. Highgate's Fire Chief says it appears the shop was hit by lightning during a quick storm. He says crews got the blaze out quickly. Charbonneau's works on fire trucks from departments across the state.
The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe has been awarded a $10.5-Million-Dollar grant to bring broadband capabilities to the Akwesasne reservation. The grant will help 3,750 people, 200 businesses and 42 institutions on the reservation obtain high-speed Internet connections. Officials say more than 780 jobs could be created.
Monday, September 13, 2010
WVTK Local & State News September 13, 2010
Weather Channel Meteorologist Ed Leevy says Scattered Showers and Thunderstorms possible today with a High In The 60’s.
Construction continues on the Cross Street Bridge. Grand opening day of the bridge is Saturday October 30th! Vehicles are not allowed on the bridge at this time and it’s very important that you NOT walk on the bridge either. The temporary wooden railings are not designed to protect pedestrians especially children. Your patience and understanding is much appreciated by the town!
Prep work for paving on Route 30 between Middlebury and Whiting continues. Sections from Cornwall village north will also be widened to accommodate bikers and runners. Be ready for some delays throughout the construction zone and be aware that the speed limit has been reduced to 40 MPH with fines doubled for speeding in work zones.
The owner of a now-defunct insurance company in Fair Haven has been charged with stealing $2,700 from one of her clients. Jody L. Hewes of Fair Haven insurance Inc., which went out of business this summer, has been charged with embezzlement. She took insurance payments made for home and auto insurance by an unidentified couple and deposited them into her own bank account.
The Crown Point State Historic Site will mark its centennial during the annual Festival of Nations. The Friends of Crown Point Historic Site have planned a reception at the site this Saturday (Sept. 18) at 1PM to commemorate 100 years as a state-owned historic site. The site will host an informal bring-your-own picnic hour prior to the centennial ceremony. The historic fort ruins at Crown Point became a permanently preserved state park April 22, 1910.The annual Festival of Nations will be held Friday & Saturday at the site. The event is co-hosted by Mount Independence.
Six helicopters with the Vermont National Guard departed Saturday in formation, destined eventually for Iraq. The choppers will first fly to Fort Hood, Texas for training. A total of 66 members of the Guard will be going with the helicopters, with many of them leaving today. The deployment will last about a year.
It's now full-speed ahead in the race for the next governor of Vermont. On Friday, a recount settled the question of who the Democratic nominee would be, with Peter Shumlin the winner in that five-way race. He's running against Republican and current Lieutenant Governor Brian Dubie.
Descendants of Vermont Indian tribes have renewed hope for state recognition that some have sought for decades. A new state law creates a process for a Vermont board to recommend tribal recognition. The Abenaki seek such recognition to sell their crafts as Native American and seek federal funding for education and other benefits.
Say cheese: The Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site is hosting a festival dedicated to it. The Plymouth Cheese & Harvest Festival, set for Sept. 19 in Plymouth Notch, will feature cheese tastings, cheese making and a cheese recipe contest that's open to the public.
Vermont Fish and Wildlife officials say they're closing a popular Poultney fishing area for repairs. The fishing access area at Lake St. Catherine State Park has a propeller wash hole that drops off sharply at the end of the ramp and has started to undercut the concrete ramp. Starting Sept. 20, the access will be closed so the ramp can be extended. The closing is expected to last three weeks. Other lakes with state fishing access areas can be found on Lake Bomoseen, Lake Hortonia, Burr Pond, and southern Lake Champlain.
Vermont State Police say the case of a missing 78-year-old woman now has suspicious circumstances. Missing is Mary Pat O'Hagan of Sheffield. She has not been seen since Friday, when she came home and parked her car in her driveway. If anyone has any information about where she may be, they are urged to call the St. Johnsbury Barracks of the Vermont State Police.
The New York State Labor Department warns job seekers of a growing number of online employment scams that promise high pay for little work. Some of the scammers ask their victims to pay a fee for an interview that may never take place. Others ask for personal information before they will provide additional details about the fictitious job, that info then gets used for identity theft.
The Comfort Inn and Suites in Plattsburgh will be open by the end of the month. The hotel was partially destroyed by a fire in November of 2008. Since then, not only have the sections that were destroyed been rebuilt, including the lobby, health club, pool area and several rooms, but the entire place has been done over. Once they open, they expect to increase the workforce to 125 people.
Plans are still up in the air for 200 pre-school children after the YMCA Program at Edmunds Middle School was displaced. The Y had looked at leasing space in the Miller Center but remodeling the space would have cost too much. Burlington City Councilor Ed Adrian wants to take the issue up before the council meeting tonight on Monday to see if the city can help.
A resent study done by Livability.com ranked Burlington one of the top ten college towns in the country. Burlington came in number 8 on the list because of a number of factors including its scenic beauty, bike trails, and endless number of ski slopes. Gainesville Florida topped the list of Best of College Towns.
Construction continues on the Cross Street Bridge. Grand opening day of the bridge is Saturday October 30th! Vehicles are not allowed on the bridge at this time and it’s very important that you NOT walk on the bridge either. The temporary wooden railings are not designed to protect pedestrians especially children. Your patience and understanding is much appreciated by the town!
Prep work for paving on Route 30 between Middlebury and Whiting continues. Sections from Cornwall village north will also be widened to accommodate bikers and runners. Be ready for some delays throughout the construction zone and be aware that the speed limit has been reduced to 40 MPH with fines doubled for speeding in work zones.
The owner of a now-defunct insurance company in Fair Haven has been charged with stealing $2,700 from one of her clients. Jody L. Hewes of Fair Haven insurance Inc., which went out of business this summer, has been charged with embezzlement. She took insurance payments made for home and auto insurance by an unidentified couple and deposited them into her own bank account.
The Crown Point State Historic Site will mark its centennial during the annual Festival of Nations. The Friends of Crown Point Historic Site have planned a reception at the site this Saturday (Sept. 18) at 1PM to commemorate 100 years as a state-owned historic site. The site will host an informal bring-your-own picnic hour prior to the centennial ceremony. The historic fort ruins at Crown Point became a permanently preserved state park April 22, 1910.The annual Festival of Nations will be held Friday & Saturday at the site. The event is co-hosted by Mount Independence.
Six helicopters with the Vermont National Guard departed Saturday in formation, destined eventually for Iraq. The choppers will first fly to Fort Hood, Texas for training. A total of 66 members of the Guard will be going with the helicopters, with many of them leaving today. The deployment will last about a year.
It's now full-speed ahead in the race for the next governor of Vermont. On Friday, a recount settled the question of who the Democratic nominee would be, with Peter Shumlin the winner in that five-way race. He's running against Republican and current Lieutenant Governor Brian Dubie.
Descendants of Vermont Indian tribes have renewed hope for state recognition that some have sought for decades. A new state law creates a process for a Vermont board to recommend tribal recognition. The Abenaki seek such recognition to sell their crafts as Native American and seek federal funding for education and other benefits.
Say cheese: The Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site is hosting a festival dedicated to it. The Plymouth Cheese & Harvest Festival, set for Sept. 19 in Plymouth Notch, will feature cheese tastings, cheese making and a cheese recipe contest that's open to the public.
Vermont Fish and Wildlife officials say they're closing a popular Poultney fishing area for repairs. The fishing access area at Lake St. Catherine State Park has a propeller wash hole that drops off sharply at the end of the ramp and has started to undercut the concrete ramp. Starting Sept. 20, the access will be closed so the ramp can be extended. The closing is expected to last three weeks. Other lakes with state fishing access areas can be found on Lake Bomoseen, Lake Hortonia, Burr Pond, and southern Lake Champlain.
Vermont State Police say the case of a missing 78-year-old woman now has suspicious circumstances. Missing is Mary Pat O'Hagan of Sheffield. She has not been seen since Friday, when she came home and parked her car in her driveway. If anyone has any information about where she may be, they are urged to call the St. Johnsbury Barracks of the Vermont State Police.
The New York State Labor Department warns job seekers of a growing number of online employment scams that promise high pay for little work. Some of the scammers ask their victims to pay a fee for an interview that may never take place. Others ask for personal information before they will provide additional details about the fictitious job, that info then gets used for identity theft.
The Comfort Inn and Suites in Plattsburgh will be open by the end of the month. The hotel was partially destroyed by a fire in November of 2008. Since then, not only have the sections that were destroyed been rebuilt, including the lobby, health club, pool area and several rooms, but the entire place has been done over. Once they open, they expect to increase the workforce to 125 people.
Plans are still up in the air for 200 pre-school children after the YMCA Program at Edmunds Middle School was displaced. The Y had looked at leasing space in the Miller Center but remodeling the space would have cost too much. Burlington City Councilor Ed Adrian wants to take the issue up before the council meeting tonight on Monday to see if the city can help.
A resent study done by Livability.com ranked Burlington one of the top ten college towns in the country. Burlington came in number 8 on the list because of a number of factors including its scenic beauty, bike trails, and endless number of ski slopes. Gainesville Florida topped the list of Best of College Towns.
Friday, September 10, 2010
WVTK Local & State News September 10, 2010
Construction continues on the Cross Street Bridge. Grand opening day of the bridge is Saturday October 30th! Vehicles are not allowed on the bridge at this time and it’s very important that you NOT walk on the bridge either. The temporary wooden railings are not designed to protect pedestrians especially children. Your patience and understanding is much appreciated by the town!
Prep work for paving on Route 30 between Middlebury and Whiting continues. Sections from Cornwall village north will also be widened to accommodate bikers and runners. Be ready for some delays throughout the construction zone and be aware that the speed limit has been reduced to 40 MPH with fines doubled for speeding in work zones.
Addison Central Supervisory Union teachers are back to work without a new contract for the second year in a row. Negotiators remain optimistic an accord will be reached with the benefit of renewed talks. For the first time ever all of the school unions are negotiating as a single collective bargaining unit. The unresolved issues relate primarily to salaries, health insurance and working conditions. There are no new scheduled talks at this point but teachers are willing to return to the bargaining table.
Teachers and Addison Northwest Supervisory Union officials have come to a tentative agreement on a new two-year contract. Pending approval by the supervisory union board the contract will maintain the status quo on salary and benefit levels for teachers at the Vergennes-area schools, with the addition of the already budgeted salary increases.
The Lincoln Community School building committee has recommended major renovations and expansions to the aging school. After further study of the options and a public comment period, the full school board plans to seek voter support on Nov. 2 for a bond of between $3.5 and $4.2 million to pay for the work.
A judge says the public can learn the identity of Rutland city employees who were investigated for allegedly viewing pornography at work. Employees of the police and public works department were investigated for allegedly viewing pornographic images on the job. The employees were suspended without pay. The city is appealing a superior court judge's ruling that the names of the employees should be made public.
The Coin and Jewelry Road Show Buying Fair will be in the Ticonderoga area on Tuesday, Sept. 14, and Wednesday, Sept. 15. Roger and Tom from R&T Antiques will be at the Best Western offering top cash prices for gold jewelry, large diamonds, gold and silver coins, sterling silver items, old paper money, pocket watches, military collectibles, and fine antiques. They have been visiting the Ticonderoga area for years and have paid thousands of dollars to many satisfied area residents.
Fort Ticonderoga hosts its annual Revolutionary War Encampment this weekend. Events will be held 9:30 AM to 5 PM Saturday and Sunday. More than 600 re-enactors are expected to bring the American Revolutionary War experience to life for visitors during the weekend. A full schedule and information on events, including the Revolutionary War Encampment, can be found at www.FortTiconderoga.org.
The 2011 town budget isn't due for months, but the Ticonderoga town board has started work on the spending plan. They’ve asked all department heads to submit their requests for next year while keeping increases a 0 percent. As part of the budget process the town is beginning talks with its employee unions on new contracts.
Five wild animal attacks in Rutland over the last few days have city and state officials warning about rabies. According to the Community Relations Officer one fox has already tested positive for the virus that can be transmitted to humans and animals. The most common rabies carriers are foxes, skunks, raccoons, possums and bats. Any wild animal that appears thin, lethargic, confused, displays lack of fear or aggression toward humans or constant head bobbing should be considered rabid and reported to the police.
Central Vermont Public Service will purchase two-thirds of the output of Iberdrola Renewables’ planned Deerfield Wind Project in Readsboro and Searsburg, Vt., under an agreement announced yesterday. CVPS will purchase 20 megawatts of the project’s planned 30-megawatt output for nine years. Deerfield Wind is proposed to be built on U.S. Forest Service land, near the existing Searsburg wind project, in Readsboro and Searsburg.
The recounting of ballots from the Democratic Gubernatorial Primary is nearly finished. Only Windsor and Chittenden counties remain, and that's likely to be finished today. WCAX reports so far, there has been no significant change in numbers.
An Illinois-based gas distributor is warning officials in 12 states that some propane deliveries may have lacked enough of an odorant needed to alert homeowners of possible leaks. The company said the propane could have been shipped to more than a dozen states including New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont. The company said it's ceased shipments from the facility while it investigates.
Vermont Democrats say Republican gubernatorial candidate Brian Dubie and the Republican Governors Association coordinated the filming of a TV commercial on his behalf, skirting Vermont law restricting such expenditures. In a letter to state Attorney General William Sorrell, a party spokesman asked for a civil investigation into expenditures by the RGA, saying the parties may have violated Vermont campaign finance laws by working together on producing the commercial.
Vermont is getting $300,000 in a multi-state settlement with Publishers Clearing House over allegations its mailings deceived consumers. Thursday's development followed allegations that PCH's mailings in recent years violated an earlier order settling states' consumer fraud allegations. A total of 32 states are receiving $3.5 million.
The Essex County Board of Elections was busy yesterday, packing and sending electronic voting machines to communities across the county. Next week, for the first time, all voters in the Empire State will use the scan machines for an election. So far, only people with disabilities have used them. On Primary Election Day next Tuesday, the polls are open from 12-9 p.m. statewide.
New York students now have more protection against bullies. Gov. David Paterson has signed a new law protecting public school students from discrimination and bias-based bullying. Schools now have to set up programs to prevent such incidents. They also must report bullying incidents to the state if they occur on school grounds or at school functions.
Prep work for paving on Route 30 between Middlebury and Whiting continues. Sections from Cornwall village north will also be widened to accommodate bikers and runners. Be ready for some delays throughout the construction zone and be aware that the speed limit has been reduced to 40 MPH with fines doubled for speeding in work zones.
Addison Central Supervisory Union teachers are back to work without a new contract for the second year in a row. Negotiators remain optimistic an accord will be reached with the benefit of renewed talks. For the first time ever all of the school unions are negotiating as a single collective bargaining unit. The unresolved issues relate primarily to salaries, health insurance and working conditions. There are no new scheduled talks at this point but teachers are willing to return to the bargaining table.
Teachers and Addison Northwest Supervisory Union officials have come to a tentative agreement on a new two-year contract. Pending approval by the supervisory union board the contract will maintain the status quo on salary and benefit levels for teachers at the Vergennes-area schools, with the addition of the already budgeted salary increases.
The Lincoln Community School building committee has recommended major renovations and expansions to the aging school. After further study of the options and a public comment period, the full school board plans to seek voter support on Nov. 2 for a bond of between $3.5 and $4.2 million to pay for the work.
A judge says the public can learn the identity of Rutland city employees who were investigated for allegedly viewing pornography at work. Employees of the police and public works department were investigated for allegedly viewing pornographic images on the job. The employees were suspended without pay. The city is appealing a superior court judge's ruling that the names of the employees should be made public.
The Coin and Jewelry Road Show Buying Fair will be in the Ticonderoga area on Tuesday, Sept. 14, and Wednesday, Sept. 15. Roger and Tom from R&T Antiques will be at the Best Western offering top cash prices for gold jewelry, large diamonds, gold and silver coins, sterling silver items, old paper money, pocket watches, military collectibles, and fine antiques. They have been visiting the Ticonderoga area for years and have paid thousands of dollars to many satisfied area residents.
Fort Ticonderoga hosts its annual Revolutionary War Encampment this weekend. Events will be held 9:30 AM to 5 PM Saturday and Sunday. More than 600 re-enactors are expected to bring the American Revolutionary War experience to life for visitors during the weekend. A full schedule and information on events, including the Revolutionary War Encampment, can be found at www.FortTiconderoga.org.
The 2011 town budget isn't due for months, but the Ticonderoga town board has started work on the spending plan. They’ve asked all department heads to submit their requests for next year while keeping increases a 0 percent. As part of the budget process the town is beginning talks with its employee unions on new contracts.
Five wild animal attacks in Rutland over the last few days have city and state officials warning about rabies. According to the Community Relations Officer one fox has already tested positive for the virus that can be transmitted to humans and animals. The most common rabies carriers are foxes, skunks, raccoons, possums and bats. Any wild animal that appears thin, lethargic, confused, displays lack of fear or aggression toward humans or constant head bobbing should be considered rabid and reported to the police.
Central Vermont Public Service will purchase two-thirds of the output of Iberdrola Renewables’ planned Deerfield Wind Project in Readsboro and Searsburg, Vt., under an agreement announced yesterday. CVPS will purchase 20 megawatts of the project’s planned 30-megawatt output for nine years. Deerfield Wind is proposed to be built on U.S. Forest Service land, near the existing Searsburg wind project, in Readsboro and Searsburg.
The recounting of ballots from the Democratic Gubernatorial Primary is nearly finished. Only Windsor and Chittenden counties remain, and that's likely to be finished today. WCAX reports so far, there has been no significant change in numbers.
An Illinois-based gas distributor is warning officials in 12 states that some propane deliveries may have lacked enough of an odorant needed to alert homeowners of possible leaks. The company said the propane could have been shipped to more than a dozen states including New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont. The company said it's ceased shipments from the facility while it investigates.
Vermont Democrats say Republican gubernatorial candidate Brian Dubie and the Republican Governors Association coordinated the filming of a TV commercial on his behalf, skirting Vermont law restricting such expenditures. In a letter to state Attorney General William Sorrell, a party spokesman asked for a civil investigation into expenditures by the RGA, saying the parties may have violated Vermont campaign finance laws by working together on producing the commercial.
Vermont is getting $300,000 in a multi-state settlement with Publishers Clearing House over allegations its mailings deceived consumers. Thursday's development followed allegations that PCH's mailings in recent years violated an earlier order settling states' consumer fraud allegations. A total of 32 states are receiving $3.5 million.
The Essex County Board of Elections was busy yesterday, packing and sending electronic voting machines to communities across the county. Next week, for the first time, all voters in the Empire State will use the scan machines for an election. So far, only people with disabilities have used them. On Primary Election Day next Tuesday, the polls are open from 12-9 p.m. statewide.
New York students now have more protection against bullies. Gov. David Paterson has signed a new law protecting public school students from discrimination and bias-based bullying. Schools now have to set up programs to prevent such incidents. They also must report bullying incidents to the state if they occur on school grounds or at school functions.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
WVTK Local & State News September 9, 2010
Weather Channel Meteorologist Ray Stagich says Cloudy with a chance of Showers throughout the day with High around 60.
Construction continues on the Cross Street Bridge. Grand opening day of the bridge is Saturday October 30th! Vehicles are not allowed on the bridge at this time and it’s very important that you NOT walk on the bridge either. The temporary wooden railings are not designed to protect pedestrians especially children. Your patience and understanding is much appreciated by the town!
Prep work for paving on Route 30 between Middlebury and Whiting continues. Sections from Cornwall village north will also be widened to accommodate bikers and runners. Be ready for some delays throughout the construction zone and be aware that the speed limit has been reduced to 40 MPH with fines doubled for speeding in work zones.
More Vermont National Guard troops are headed to Iraq. Sixty-six members of the Army Guard's air ambulance will leave tomorrow for a 1-year mission. The Guard members will travel first to Fort Hood, Texas, for training before they head to Iraq.
Human remains found in the woods in Rutland have been identified as 34-year-old Daniel Goldstein, who has been missing for more than six weeks. He was found Saturday in a wooded area behind Kathy Drive in Rutland Town. Although a medical examiner made a positive identification yesterday, the cause and manner of death have not yet been determined.
A recount aimed at settling last month's Vermont Democratic gubernatorial primary election has gotten under way. In all 14 of the state's counties yesterday, volunteers working under the watchful eyes of court officials began recounting ballots cast in the Aug. 24 primary, which left Peter Shumlin with a 197-vote lead and second-place finisher Doug Racine wanting a recount. The recount will take at least several days, and may run into next week.
Officials say an ample supply of flu vaccine is allowing clinics to get a jump-start on preventing the flu this season. Health officials say only one shot is needed to prevent three strains of the virus, including H1N1 and seasonal flu. The Rutland Area Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice is working with Dorset Nursing and the Coalition for Adult Immunization to offer the season's first flu and pneumonia inoculation clinics in the Rutland area, Sept. 22 through Nov. 11.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission says Vermont Yankee needs a better program for evaluating and managing buried underground piping. The NRC released an on-site audit of the Vernon plant that was conducted while plant owner Entergy Nuclear applies for a 20-year license renewal. NRC officials say the application does a good job describing key safety systems, but it doesn't cover the system blamed for a tritium leak this past winter. Entergy has agreed to take another look at its piping program and potentially change its license renewal application.
The states of Vermont and New York along with federal wildlife officials are set to go after sea lamprey. Lampricide will be put in the Salmon River, Little Ausable River, Ausable River, and Putnam Creek in New York, and Lewis Creek in Vermont. The treatments will start next week in New York and will begin in Vermont by the end of the month. Officials say keeping the lamprey population in check helps boost salmon and trout populations in Lake Champlain.
Vermont Attorney General William Sorrell says Vermont and six other states have settled a complaint against the former president of a Florida payment processing company. Under it, Derrelle Janey, former president of Your Money Access LLC, agreed to a personal ban on participating in the debiting of consumer bank accounts and a $625,000 judgment.
The Ticonderoga Emergency Squad has cleared another hurdle in its efforts to construct a new building. The town planning board recently approved the squad's proposal for a new 4,100 square feet home to be built at the site of the former Ticonderoga Civic Center. According to the Squad Secretary ground should be broken in the next month or so and should take approximately 4-5 months from start to finish.
Construction continues on the Cross Street Bridge. Grand opening day of the bridge is Saturday October 30th! Vehicles are not allowed on the bridge at this time and it’s very important that you NOT walk on the bridge either. The temporary wooden railings are not designed to protect pedestrians especially children. Your patience and understanding is much appreciated by the town!
Prep work for paving on Route 30 between Middlebury and Whiting continues. Sections from Cornwall village north will also be widened to accommodate bikers and runners. Be ready for some delays throughout the construction zone and be aware that the speed limit has been reduced to 40 MPH with fines doubled for speeding in work zones.
More Vermont National Guard troops are headed to Iraq. Sixty-six members of the Army Guard's air ambulance will leave tomorrow for a 1-year mission. The Guard members will travel first to Fort Hood, Texas, for training before they head to Iraq.
Human remains found in the woods in Rutland have been identified as 34-year-old Daniel Goldstein, who has been missing for more than six weeks. He was found Saturday in a wooded area behind Kathy Drive in Rutland Town. Although a medical examiner made a positive identification yesterday, the cause and manner of death have not yet been determined.
A recount aimed at settling last month's Vermont Democratic gubernatorial primary election has gotten under way. In all 14 of the state's counties yesterday, volunteers working under the watchful eyes of court officials began recounting ballots cast in the Aug. 24 primary, which left Peter Shumlin with a 197-vote lead and second-place finisher Doug Racine wanting a recount. The recount will take at least several days, and may run into next week.
Officials say an ample supply of flu vaccine is allowing clinics to get a jump-start on preventing the flu this season. Health officials say only one shot is needed to prevent three strains of the virus, including H1N1 and seasonal flu. The Rutland Area Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice is working with Dorset Nursing and the Coalition for Adult Immunization to offer the season's first flu and pneumonia inoculation clinics in the Rutland area, Sept. 22 through Nov. 11.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission says Vermont Yankee needs a better program for evaluating and managing buried underground piping. The NRC released an on-site audit of the Vernon plant that was conducted while plant owner Entergy Nuclear applies for a 20-year license renewal. NRC officials say the application does a good job describing key safety systems, but it doesn't cover the system blamed for a tritium leak this past winter. Entergy has agreed to take another look at its piping program and potentially change its license renewal application.
The states of Vermont and New York along with federal wildlife officials are set to go after sea lamprey. Lampricide will be put in the Salmon River, Little Ausable River, Ausable River, and Putnam Creek in New York, and Lewis Creek in Vermont. The treatments will start next week in New York and will begin in Vermont by the end of the month. Officials say keeping the lamprey population in check helps boost salmon and trout populations in Lake Champlain.
Vermont Attorney General William Sorrell says Vermont and six other states have settled a complaint against the former president of a Florida payment processing company. Under it, Derrelle Janey, former president of Your Money Access LLC, agreed to a personal ban on participating in the debiting of consumer bank accounts and a $625,000 judgment.
The Ticonderoga Emergency Squad has cleared another hurdle in its efforts to construct a new building. The town planning board recently approved the squad's proposal for a new 4,100 square feet home to be built at the site of the former Ticonderoga Civic Center. According to the Squad Secretary ground should be broken in the next month or so and should take approximately 4-5 months from start to finish.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
WVTK Local & State News September 8, 2010
Weather Channel Meteorologist Ray Stagich says we have a chance for showers throughout the day with a High in the Low 70’s.
Prep work for paving on Route 30 between Middlebury and Whiting continues. Sections from Cornwall village north will also be widened to accommodate bikers and runners. Be ready for some delays throughout the construction zone and be aware that the speed limit has been reduced to 40 MPH with fines doubled for speeding in work zones.
Construction continues on the Cross Street Bridge. Grand opening day of the bridge is Saturday October 30th! Vehicles are not allowed on the bridge at this time and it’s very important that you NOT walk on the bridge either. The temporary wooden railings are not designed to protect pedestrians especially children. Your patience and understanding is much appreciated by the town!
A planned retirement home here in Middlebury got a $1 million boost yesterday. Gov. James Douglas announced a community development block grant for the 99-unit nonprofit Eastview at Middlebury facility. The project is expected to employ up to 100 people during construction and will create between 29 and 45 permanent jobs once it opens. They plan to break ground in October, completing some units in fall 2011 and others the following spring.
An Addison County man hit in the head by a stray bullet has been released from the hospital. Three weeks ago Peter Damone was on the back porch of his home in Bridport when a bullet struck him. Police say the shot was fired by Tracy Stone who was target shooting with a .45-caliber handgun in his backyard a half mile away. Police have not decided if Stone will be charged.
Rutland City parks will go smokeless later this month. The Board of Aldermen voted yesterday to ban use of tobacco products in the parks. The new rule takes effect in 20 days and violations will be punishable by a $100 fine.
Winooski teachers are working without a contract, and now have set a strike date of September 15th. This is the third consecutive year the Winooski Education Association members have started a school year without a contract. Teachers say they will not walk out until next Wednesday, but hope a deal can be reached before it comes to that.
General election season is officially under way. Both the Republican and Democrats for governor kicked off their campaigns yesterday morning. Both sides employed unique ways to spread their message. Republican Brian Dubie kicked off his 26.2-hour marathon tour of the state with an appearance on the radio. In the meantime, the Democrats arrived in St. Albans, kicking off their unity tour at the Cosmic Bakery.
Central Vermont Public Service will begin to clean up and restore a former gas-production and utility site on Cleveland Avenue in Rutland this week. Access to the property will be restricted during remedial activities. Adjoining property owners have been notified by mail. The property was used to produce gas from coal between 1901 and 1947 before CVPS existed and later used for operations and equipment storage. They hope to complete the entire project by mid-October.
After a spectacular summer, what could be a better way to follow it up than with a dazzling fall? Vermont's Chief of Forest Management says they're very optimistic for a colorful autumn, after getting the right amount of rain this summer, but some cold nighttime temperatures are needed to make it a showstopper. The season is a big moneymaker for B & B's and hotels, especially here in the smaller Vermont towns.
If the 1981 hit “Jessie’s Girl” is the last you heard of Rick Springfield, you might want to play catch-up. That iconic ‘80s tune was just one of 17 Top 40 hits recorded by the Australian-born rocker. Ever since, he’s been cutting albums on a regular basis and performing 100 plus shows a year. His next stop is the Vermont State Fairgrounds in Rutland at 7 tonight.
The Child Care Coordinating Council is offering Safe Schools Healthy Students Play groups beginning Monday September 13th from 9-11:30AM at the Moriah Elementary School. The group will meet every Monday. Playgroups at Ticonderoga Armory gym are under way between 9AM to noon every Thursday. Playgroups provide opportunities for social learning, art exploration, and circle time. Call 561-4999 for more information on parenting programs and play groups.
Prep work for paving on Route 30 between Middlebury and Whiting continues. Sections from Cornwall village north will also be widened to accommodate bikers and runners. Be ready for some delays throughout the construction zone and be aware that the speed limit has been reduced to 40 MPH with fines doubled for speeding in work zones.
Construction continues on the Cross Street Bridge. Grand opening day of the bridge is Saturday October 30th! Vehicles are not allowed on the bridge at this time and it’s very important that you NOT walk on the bridge either. The temporary wooden railings are not designed to protect pedestrians especially children. Your patience and understanding is much appreciated by the town!
A planned retirement home here in Middlebury got a $1 million boost yesterday. Gov. James Douglas announced a community development block grant for the 99-unit nonprofit Eastview at Middlebury facility. The project is expected to employ up to 100 people during construction and will create between 29 and 45 permanent jobs once it opens. They plan to break ground in October, completing some units in fall 2011 and others the following spring.
An Addison County man hit in the head by a stray bullet has been released from the hospital. Three weeks ago Peter Damone was on the back porch of his home in Bridport when a bullet struck him. Police say the shot was fired by Tracy Stone who was target shooting with a .45-caliber handgun in his backyard a half mile away. Police have not decided if Stone will be charged.
Rutland City parks will go smokeless later this month. The Board of Aldermen voted yesterday to ban use of tobacco products in the parks. The new rule takes effect in 20 days and violations will be punishable by a $100 fine.
Winooski teachers are working without a contract, and now have set a strike date of September 15th. This is the third consecutive year the Winooski Education Association members have started a school year without a contract. Teachers say they will not walk out until next Wednesday, but hope a deal can be reached before it comes to that.
General election season is officially under way. Both the Republican and Democrats for governor kicked off their campaigns yesterday morning. Both sides employed unique ways to spread their message. Republican Brian Dubie kicked off his 26.2-hour marathon tour of the state with an appearance on the radio. In the meantime, the Democrats arrived in St. Albans, kicking off their unity tour at the Cosmic Bakery.
Central Vermont Public Service will begin to clean up and restore a former gas-production and utility site on Cleveland Avenue in Rutland this week. Access to the property will be restricted during remedial activities. Adjoining property owners have been notified by mail. The property was used to produce gas from coal between 1901 and 1947 before CVPS existed and later used for operations and equipment storage. They hope to complete the entire project by mid-October.
After a spectacular summer, what could be a better way to follow it up than with a dazzling fall? Vermont's Chief of Forest Management says they're very optimistic for a colorful autumn, after getting the right amount of rain this summer, but some cold nighttime temperatures are needed to make it a showstopper. The season is a big moneymaker for B & B's and hotels, especially here in the smaller Vermont towns.
If the 1981 hit “Jessie’s Girl” is the last you heard of Rick Springfield, you might want to play catch-up. That iconic ‘80s tune was just one of 17 Top 40 hits recorded by the Australian-born rocker. Ever since, he’s been cutting albums on a regular basis and performing 100 plus shows a year. His next stop is the Vermont State Fairgrounds in Rutland at 7 tonight.
The Child Care Coordinating Council is offering Safe Schools Healthy Students Play groups beginning Monday September 13th from 9-11:30AM at the Moriah Elementary School. The group will meet every Monday. Playgroups at Ticonderoga Armory gym are under way between 9AM to noon every Thursday. Playgroups provide opportunities for social learning, art exploration, and circle time. Call 561-4999 for more information on parenting programs and play groups.
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