Authorities investigate Essex, New York, nonprofit
ESSEX, N.Y. (WCAX) – State and federal authorities in New York are investigating an Essex nonprofit. Investigators from the New York State Comptroller’s office and the U.S. Department of Education on Wednesday visited CFES Brilliant Pathways. The
Seven Days: This summer, we’re heading to Québec
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Seven Days is taking readers north of the border this summer with their special “Vermonters’ Guide to Visiting to Quebec.” From Montréal to the natural beauty that lies further to the north, it’s
North Hero-Grand Isle drawbridge fixed after temporarily getting stuck
GRAND ISLE, Vt. (WCAX) – The North Hero-Grand Isle drawbridge on Route 2 was temporarily stuck in the upright position Wednesday afternoon, stopping traffic from getting through. At about 4:30 p.m., Vermont State Police said the bridge
Candidate for Plattsburgh mayor under criminal investigation
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) – A candidate for mayor of Plattsburgh is under criminal investigation. Clinton County authorities say Dan Lennon, a Democrat running for mayor, is part of an ongoing criminal investigation by the New York State
Champlain Place makes progress in finding homes for unhoused
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Lines of people experiencing homelessness used to be seen waiting outside the former Champlain Inn in Burlington looking for a place to stay for the night. Now, a local non-profit is creating permanent
Authorities ask bathers to think twice before plunging in frigid waters
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – With steamy weather descending on the region this week, many folks may be tempted to take a dip in the lake or their local swimming hole, but emergency responders are asking the public
North Hero-Grand Isle drawbridge stuck in upright position
GRAND ISLE, Vt. (WCAX) – A traffic alert for people headed through the Champlain Islands. Vermont State Police on Wednesday afternoon said the North Hero-Grand Isle drawbridge on Route 2 is stuck in the upright position. That
Truck driver accused in deadly Vt. crash remains behind bars
BARRE, Vt. (WCAX) – A truck driver accused of causing a deadly crash in Vermont will likely remain behind bars until at least next month. State prosecutors recently filed an involuntary manslaughter charge against Satnam Singh, 24,
New York requiring boating safety course for operators
ALBANY, N.Y. (WCAX) – Boating laws are changing in New York in an effort to help keep people safe. The state now requires all operators of motorized boats and personal watercraft to complete a boating safety course
Vermont Fish and Wildlife surveying hunters by phone
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) – If you get a call from Vermont Fish and Wildlife, the state says it’s not a scam; it’s part of a survey. They will be calling the 81,000 people who hold Vermont hunting