Kidnapper arrested in Woodstock
WOODSTOCK, Vt. (WCAX) – A New York man was arrested in Woodstock for kidnapping someone from a domestic violence shelter. At around 2:00 p.m. Friday, Rutland City Police were contacted by someone who was concerned that their
News Debrief: Crossover deadline arrives at Statehouse
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) – Friday marked Crossover Day at the Statehouse in Montpelier. It’s the mid-way point in the legislative session which determines which bills have a chance of becoming law. State lawmakers advanced a number of
South Burlington secures final funding for I-89 pedestrian bridge
SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – The city of South Burlington has finally closed the funding gap needed for a long-anticipated bike and pedestrian bridge over Interstate 89. “South Burlington has done so much to build community. We’ve
Lebanon school placed on lockdown following police standoff
LEBANON, N.H. (WCAX) – Lebanon High School was locked down Friday afternoon following a police standoff nearby. Parents were notified around 2:30 p.m. that the school was on lockdown after police responded to an incident involving a
Why do we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Sunday is St Patrick’s Day, a day commonly associated with celebrations of Irish heritage and green beer. What started as a religious celebration has evolved into a cultural symbol of Irish heritage itself.
More Narcan vending machines coming to northern New York
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) – More northern New York communities plan to install Narcan vending machines to provide resources for people struggling with substance use disorder. “The more resources that we can put into harm reduction substance treatment,
Authorities investigate possible links in string of bank robberies
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Vermont authorities are investigating a rash of bank robberies in recent weeks, the most recent coming Thursday in Alburgh. All five heists appear to involve a loan male without a weapon. Police have
Kasprzak officially kicks off Plattsburgh mayoral campaign
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) – A new candidate Friday formally entered the mayoral race in Plattsburgh, but he’s no stranger to the job. Former mayor Donald Kasprzak officially announced he is entering the race after the Plattsburgh Republican
Welch pushes bills to improve SNAP benefits for students and seniors
SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – A pair of bills introduced by Vermont Senator Peter Welch aim to help people receiving food stamps get the most bag for their buck. Welch, who made a visit to the South
Dogs seized from Beekmantown rescue will soon be available for adoption
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) – After three weeks of being housed at the Clinton County Jail, 48 dogs seized from a Beekmantown rescue operation will soon be ready for adoption. The Clinton County Sheriff says Hilary Davis, the