Man jumps off Interstate 89 overpass
WILLISTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Vermont state police say a man jumped off an Interstate 89 overpass. They say an unnamed 22-year-old jumped off the bridge above Route 2 in Williston, where exit 12 sits. The man was
North Country communities discuss how to tackle the housing crisis
PLATTSBURGH, Vt. (WCAX) – North Country leaders gathered Thursday to discuss solutions to tackling the housing crisis. The event was hosted by the town of Plattsburgh. Various community groups and non-profits broke into sessions to discuss things
Fair Haven struggles with EMT recruitment and retention
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Three emergency vehicles are parked in their bays at the Fair Haven Rescue Squad, but a shortage of EMTs means only one of these ambulances is staffed 24/7. “If that crew is out
Does Burlington have too many cannabis shops?
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – After nearly two years with a regulated cannabis market, Vermont now has 81 licensed dispensaries statewide — 12 of them alone are located in Burlington, with another two set to open soon. Many
Effort to get more local food in North Country school lunches
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) – Many North Country students are treated to fresh-made meals with local ingredients. Now, an effort is underway to expand the program and put more local food on students’ plates. Administrators at Champlain Valley
Super Senior: Rita Brooks
RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) – Rita Brooks and Dave Ballou are regulars at the Bowlerama in Rutland. “It’s getting pretty heavy,” Brooks says as she picks up a bowling ball from the locker. “I think it gains weight
Fallen service members honored at annual Camp Johnson ceremony
COLCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) – The Vermont Army National Guard Thursday got a head start on Memorial Day observances, honoring Vermonters who lost their lives serving our country. From taps to a 21-gun salute, Vermont service members were
Judge says $475,000 award in NH youth center abuse case would be ‘miscarriage of justice’
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — The judge who oversaw a landmark trial over abuse at New Hampshire’s youth detention center says capping the verdict at $475,000 as the state proposes would be an “unconscionable miscarriage of justice.” In a lengthy order issued
Vt. lawmakers, governor seek common ground on public safety
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Vermont Governor Phil Scott is now considering a package of measures lawmakers put together to address ongoing concerns about public safety. The public’s perception of safety, especially in downtown Burlington has changed. It’s
Rutland pool staffs up for summer
RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) – With summer around the corner, public swimming pools are staffing up, including finding certified lifeguards. Rutland’s White Memorial Park Pool is used for camps, lessons, or just to cool off from the summer