The grant will support new equipment and technology enabling patients to see doctors and specialists through telehealth. A new law requires insurers cover telemedicine.
Health care of the future? Newport hospital expands telehealth
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Thayer seeks GOP party post/ finding a bear dog/ chapel restored
Thayer promised to deliver more information on his background and why he’s running in the next two months.
UVM provides free tuition to 255 VT resident freshmen
Women freshmen still outnumber men 60% – 40%, although the gap narrowed by two percent this year. Also, the old Holiday Inn site on Williston Road is now student housing.
Woman died of blunt force trauma to head, not gunshot
Bennington police concluded no gunfire had taken place at the hospital.
No school closing surprises, Future of Public Education panel agrees
“We need to bring in community voice early, before there is a push. Too often, boards have made a decision and then enlisted the community,” Castle said.
Man shot and killed by cops in Springfield had prior drug arrest
Police say Crary accelerated toward the officers, who were standing outside their cruisers.
Woman shot in head, left at hospital
Bennington police were notified that a woman had been dropped off at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington with a significant injuries including head injury believed to be a gunshot wound.
Scott administration prepares plan to return state employees to offices
Supporters of state employees working from home say it helps hire and retain high-skilled workers, particularly those in the IT field.
Officer-involved shooting leaves man dead in Springfield
Valley Street is a frequent crime scene in Springfield, which in recent years has had a particularly intense drug abuse and trafficking problem.
Suspected White River Jct. murderer has lengthy drug, firearm record in Connecticut
Drew pled guilty in 2021 to a firearms charge that carried a maximum sentence of 10 years.
Amazon driver steals leaf blower, police say
Police say the driver stole a leaf blower after delivering a package. Have you seen this Amazon driver?
Crime-ridden Burlington’s mayor blames Scott for not being ‘strong partner’
‘I think it’s easy to blame others when some of your strategies are failing,” Scott said when asked if Mulvaney-Stanak is blame-shifting.
Sale of bear paws, gall bladders illegal, hunters warned
Bear gallbladders are sought by some Asians for their medicinal properties, according to a Canadian wildlife official interviewed by CBC. They create an acid beneficial to the immune system.
Scott letter to Bondi: You’re wrong, VT is not a sanctuary state
Vermont: illegal sanctuary state, or complying with federal law?
Judge weighs competency of man charged with torching Sanders’ Burlington office
“The entire political system is trying to cover up extreme acts, insane acts of violence and terror by the government,” Soghomonian said in court in 2024.
Homeless man with 10 catch-and-release violations arrested for armed robbery, assault at Rutland store
Troopers recovered the knife and a silent-alarm pendant that had been forcibly removed from one of the employees during the robbery.
Morrisville man arrested for strangling murder of Hardwick woman
Police say Williams strangled Daigle in Caledonia County and left her body at a Woodbury roadside.
Pedestrian ID’d in fatal crash in Colchester
The name of the teen driver operating the vehicle was still not released because he is likely not to face any adult court action due to his age.
Traveler Paul Bean: differences between Jolly Ol’ and New England
He walked right up to me and said, “I know who you are. Vermont Daily Chronicle! Free Speech forever. I do my research.”
AG Bondi immigration letter to Scott threatens funding cuts, criminal charges
“This ends now,” Bondi said in a letter to Scott and other governors.
Man dies after beating by kids near Burlington City Hall
The three youths, believed to be roughly 14 to 16 years old, are facing proceedings in Vermont Family Court. Consequences are limited due to the lack of rehabilitation services for youthful offenders within Vermont.
BREAKING: Former U.S. Attorney found with gun at courthouse
Former U.S. Attorney tried to enter courthouse in Brattleboro with firearm
Flags at half-mast for Gov. Thomas Salmon
“Governor Salmon led Vermont through some of our nation’s most difficult times, doing his best to stabilize our economy and strengthen trust of government. His efforts on behalf of Vermont are worthy of our gratitude, remembrance, and respect.”
Drug bust stirs anger about taxpayer subsidized ‘trap houses’
Police were called to the Green Acres housing complex on Bergeron Street after an Uber driver reported driving an individual from Springfield, Massachusetts to Barre — only to be stiffed for the fare.
Concerns expressed about Migrant Justice soccer tournament Saturday
The reader said the event draws hundreds of Mexican and Central American farmworkers from Vermont and surrounding states, many of whom are in the country without legal documentation and may be driving without licenses or insurance.
Crimes against child in Waterford
Police say Noah Young, 23, committed two counts of sexual assault of a juvenile, domestic assault, and possession of illicit material.
Oliver Anthony to perform Saturday in Rutland
Anthony’s gritty, emotional rasp — shaped by his own personal struggles — has resonated with listeners across rural and small-town America. NPR has described his lyrics as giving “a voice to the feelings of people who often get left out of popular discourse and pop culture.”
Advocates launch campaign to tackle Vermont’s affordability crisis
Through town halls, digital outreach, and community events, the group is urging Vermonters to contact lawmakers, sign up for action alerts, and volunteer. Burgin said AFP is also recognizing legislative leaders who champion fiscal responsibility while challenging those whose policies “burden hardworking families.”
Would-be gun buyer denies he lied about immigration status
According to court records, in the summer of 2023, Bignall, who did not have legal status in the United States, attempted to buy a Taurus 9mm firearm from a federal firearms licensee in Vermont.
Wheeler: Government of, by and for the People of Vermont starts at town committee meetings
Globalists from King George the 3rd to George Soros have always fought hard against such a government, which in Vermont every 2 years, parties set the stage with organizational town committee meetings.
Burlington has enough insurance coverage for ‘safe injection site,’ SOV says
Progress slowed in May after questions arose about whether the city’s insurance met state requirements.
Burlington electricity rates to rise 4.5%
Hearing on bee-friendly pesticides tonight.
Body pulled from river was ‘dancing flagger,’ musician, transient
On social media, Stone was recognized by many friends as a musician and “a kind and funny son and brother known for his love of music and his sense of humor.”
Two cited after infant found with bruises, fractures
Police say MacNevins, a habitual offender, trashed a woman’s apartment and took her property. He was held without bail. Also, the Hartford CT connection again apparent in a big drug raid.
VT Republicans need Plan B for when school redistricting scheme implodes
Objections are coming primarily from rural districts, which tend to lean Republican and where a lot of freshman Republicans will be running for re-election for the first time next November.
VT Secretary of State vows to defy feds over voter data
Copeland-Hanzas, who announced her bid for re-election on Monday, said “our office has no plans to share Vermont voter data with the federal government.”
Freeway crash in Milton kills Pennsylvania man
Police say Armstrong resisted arrest at the scene, then at North Country Hospital attempted to assault healthcare providers, a security officer, and troopers — including spitting in an officer’s face — and repeatedly broke free from hospital restraints.
Press bemoans Israeli slaying of Al-Jazeera journalist – now, the rest of the story
I am dismayed but not surprised that hardly any of the the world’s press will report in any detail why Israel killed this man and his team.
Reporters ask Scott: Do you trust Trump?
Scott: “I’m going to call balls and strikes. We’re not going to oppose every single issue the federal government brings up, but we will take action and push back when necessary.”
Woman sics dogs on state troopers, VSP says
Crashes claim lives of two Vermonters.
Jilted lover sets car, garage on fire, police say/ Weed whackers recovered/ DUI at border/ freeway crash
Police said Davis was motivated by anger over a former girlfriend’s new relationship with someone connected to the property.
SoBu teachers deny circulating ‘Mean Girls’ burn book about superintendent: probe
Union leaders deny possessing a “burn book,” calling the complaint retaliation for protected union activity. They acknowledge a book exists but describe it as a space for teachers to share thoughts unrelated to the union.
High-risk sex offender released to Milton
Authorities believe Edwards is a high risk future offender.
Roland Tougas, 78
As a teenager, Roland moved with his parents to Brownington Center in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom, where the family ran the town’s country store. It was there that he met the love of his life, Gail Marsh.
Police make arrests in crimes against children
The charge stems from an investigation into allegations that Bogie assaulted a girl multiple times between 2004 and 2007, beginning when she was 10 years old.
Addison County lawmakers offer session wrap-up at ice cream social
Meet at the Ferrisburgh Town Hall Thursday evening, August 14.
Vermont a sanctuary state, DOJ confirms
“Sanctuary policies impede law enforcement and put American citizens at risk by design,” said Bondi.
As Haitians flee thru VT into Quebec, illegal entry into Swanton sector way down
Into U.S., border jumpers came from 24 countries; into Quebec, mostly from Haiti.
Teen killer of college professors to get new sentencing hearing
Tulloch is serving two life sentences after pleading guilty to murdering Haf and Susanne Zantop in Hanover in 2001. He was 17 at the time of the killings.
Vermont Podcast: ‘Paul, do I have good jeans?’
Paul writes about chem trails. Then, Sydney posts a song about chem trails.
Police officer scam/ 116 MPH, slow tractor violations/ abuse conviction/ DUI suspect assaults trooper
The impersonator used the name of a known officer, but the resident, who was personally familiar with the officer, quickly identified the call as fraudulent.
Smithsonian-affiliate museum at Norwich to open Marine Corps art show
The traveling exhibit provides a rare and vivid perspective of military service through the eyes of Marines who have served in combat.
Bernie bro by birth a leftist pol in England
Few know about his older brother, Larry Sanders, 90, is a dedicated academic, social worker, and Green Party politician who has carved out his own political legacy across ‘the big pond.’
Immigrant serial offender nabbed by ICE
“This isn’t a one-time mistake. This is 11 years of chaos — while our system looked the other way.”
Essex plays in LL World Series regional game tonight on ESPN
Essex beat Bedford, New Hampshire Saturday to earn a spot in tonight’s New England regional game.
Popular Bee Keeper car and driver hit wall at Thunder Road
“He was doing good till he hit the wall hard,” one commenter said of the Bee Keeper car driver.
House reps analyze Trump order on homelessness
Spurred by drug abuse, mental illness, and possibly by state housing policies, homelessness has tripped since 2020. Will Trump’s plan work?
Police Blotter: Assault, mortgage fraud, theft, voyeurism
Police are looking for a VW with a Vermont Strong license plate.
VT Headlines: New citizens take oath at Coolidge homestead
Another hospital announces deep cost cuts. Active shooter response training. Lawmakers ‘terrified’ about federal budget cuts.
Trump order would clear streets of homeless, mentally ill
Trump’s EO reframes the role of the federal government—not to ban homelessness per se, but to withdraw federal support from jurisdictions that tolerate open-air drug scenes, encampments, or noncompliance with anti-vagrancy law.
Hundreds expected Friday at 4th Annual Substance Use Addiction Summit
“This is a space where anyone can walk in anonymously and find support for themselves or a loved one,” said White. “There are no barriers—just tremendous statewide resources.”
Retired Navy leader talks Trump, top brass on WDEV at 11 AM today
“Other Presidents have engaged with potential senior leaders before nominating them. JFK knew Maxwell Taylor very well before nominating him to be Chairman,” Deal said.
Rutland lawmakers offer legislative wrap-up August 12
Four legislators will give the low-down on the 2025 session at a popular restaurant.
St. J Academy grad latest Vermonter to join highest ranks of U.S. military
A 1985 graduate of the Air Force ROTC program at Norwich, Bussiere has led combat missions and has overseen the Air Force’s nuclear deterrence program.
Man arrested for lewd conduct with 6-year-old girl
The child reported that Shores had exposed himself to her.
Woman charged in juvenile sex assault/ Fatal crash/ Lost woman found dead
State Police say Maria Chagnon was taken into custody on July 28 at her home following a joint investigation by VSP and the Department for Children and Families that began on July 4.
VT 250 logo ban on farms, Red White & Blue examined on Monday’s Vermont Podcast
Some people disapproved of starting the show with a first person account of an attack by a Brown Recluse Spider.
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Vermont AG pushes marijuana banking, critics warn of drug cartel money laundering
Opponents of the latest version of the SAFER (Secure And Fair Enforcement Regulation) banking legislation, long sought by the marijuana industry, say it could lead to higher THC levels and money laundering by cartels.
56 state employees earn more than $200K
Doctors, judges and a race car driver lead the pack among the best paid state workers.
Lyndon woman accused of embezzling $4K from Jiffy Mart
After an investigation, police determined that the funds were unaccounted for and linked to fraudulent documentation.
Musical chairs for Chittenden County police chiefs
Former suburban Chittenden County Chief will lead law enforcement on a Montana Indian reservation.
Japan trade deal good for Vermont, VTGOP says while criticizing Dems’ tariff outlook
“Vermont’s top export category is semiconductor manufacturing, and this deal secures new sources of funding and investment for plants like the one in Essex Junction,” Dame said.
No farms, steeples, mountains or Red, White & Blue allowed in Vermont 250 logo
The listening session report makes clear that while the survey showed respondents favoring Vermont’s geography, farms, forests, and history, the handful of attendees at the closed-door listening sessions voiced concern that such imagery was “overused” or “not inclusive.”
VT Headlines: Big layoffs at Howard Center
Federal cuts mean fewer social services jobs. Crash landing at Burlington airport. Sneak peak at Burlington Square.
State funds free meals all summer for all children
”It’s amazing how easy it is to feed my kids for free all summer long,” a social media influencer for the free summer meals program said.
Brookfield overdose leads to death-resulting drug charge
After acquiring the fentanyl from Wright, Cutler returned home and died shortly afterward.
Williston man faces criminal charges for having sex with his dog
Videos on bestiality websites showing Proulx having sex with a dog believed to be a large pit bull, court records note.
Nurse with Down’s Syndrome child named Vermont Mother of the Year
Kathleen Lynch, RN, senior staff nurse at the University of Vermont Medical Center, was recognized for her decades of service in healthcare, her advocacy for individuals with Down syndrome, and her inspirational role as a mentor and mother.
South Burlington school superintendent quits
A school board member who also resigned said, I also must protest the significant weight the board majority has placed on narratives about the superintendent promoted by the SBEA. ‘
Former AIG exec charged with sex assault at Stowe resort
McElroy pleaded not guilty at his arraignment in Lamoille County Superior Court earlier this year, with proceedings ongoing but no trial date publicly announced as of now.
VT Headlines: Superintendent ‘interrogated’ returning from Nicaragua
Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas spoke out about Chavarria’s detainment, calling it “unconscionable” and “a terrifying reminder of this administration’s agenda of denying due process.”
Online petition opposes rainbow colors on Vermont 250 logo
“Special interest groups certainly don’t have anything to do with the anniversary of the Revolutionary War battles fought by Vermont forefathers,” the petition claims.
UVM to build ‘IceCore’ supercomputer 100 times faster than present system
Named IceCore, the new, high-performance computing cluster is 100 times faster than existing UVM systems.
Judge lets Mahdawi travel the U.S., speak at political events
While awaiting the outcome of his court case fighting deportation, Mahdawi is free to travel and speak.
Pickup truck catches fire from ‘burnouts’
The fire began after an unknown person performed a “burnout” in a blue 2010 Dodge Dakota, causing one of the tires to ignite.
Schubart: Vermont hospital chief ‘power grab’
Has Sunil Eappen, the president of the system they govern, so cowed his board of trustees that they’re unable to fulfill their legal obligation to hold his administration accountable?
Decades-old killings of Vermont women remain cold cases
All three victims—Barbara Agnew, Doris Baker, and Angela Belisle—were found slain under suspicious and violent circumstances.
Vermont’s poor showing in new CNBC business survey bears warning
Vermont received an “F” for access to capital, as well as for technology and innovation. It received a D for workforce, whose size is hurt by “green” real estate restrictions that limit housing supplies and benefit existing property owners, and a D+ for infrastructure.
Moose wanders through Montpelier
While the photos taken by officers were too blurry for a clear ID, authorities say there was no mistaking the animal’s size and distinctive silhouette.
Montpelier woman found dead along hiking trail
Impersonating a state trooper. Knocking over mailboxes and fleeing the scene.
Feds propose home health Medicare cuts, alarming Vermont providers
“A cut of this magnitude is an existential threat to home health and hospice access for Vermonters,” said the VNAs of Vermont in a statement.
Flash floods on July 10, Again
“This afternoon / early evening our area experienced what has become an annual natural disaster flooding event,” the East Burke Fire Brigade reported on Facebook.
84,924 acres of Vermont farmland foreign-owned, feds say
Not surprisingly, concentration of foreign ownership is highest in Vermont’s three largest agriculture producers, Franklin, Orleans, and Addison counties.
Judge refuses to close murder file after suspect died awaiting trial
In the “interests of justice” the criminal court file should remain available for current and future generations of Vermonters to inspect, the judge ruled.
BREAKING: Three children spent night lost on Camel’s Hump, found at dawn
Two boys, ages 14 and 11, and a 12-year-old girl were taking part in an organized camp and set out on a trail off Duxbury Road for what was expected to be a 30-minute hike.
Pittsford woman died of gunshot to head, neck
Police are treating the incident as a suspicious death.
BREAKING: flash flooding hits VT for 3rd straight July 10
Sutton, Stowe, and Johnson are among the flash flood hot spots this evening. Swiftwater rescue boats being sent to Sutton and Stowe.
Weapons scare at Lake Willoughby on July 4 sparks investigation
Suspicious death in Pittsford. Gun charges related to military discharge. 102 MPH, drugs, brass knuckles. Woman’s body ID’d 51 years later.
