Police: Brattleboro building destroyed by fire frequented by squatters
BRATTLEBORO, Vt. (WCAX) – Authorities say an abandoned Brattleboro building destroyed by fire early Thursday was frequented by squatters. Crews were dispatched to the Sportsmen’s Lounge on Canal Stree around 5 a.m. and found it engulfed in
Franklin County sheriff loses decertification appeal
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) – The Vermont Supreme Court on Friday rejected an appeal by Franklin County’s sheriff over his law enforcement decertification. The Vermont Criminal Justice Council last year voted to strip Franklin County Sheriff John Grismore
Barre under boil water order after water main break
BARRE, Vt. (WCAX) – The city of Barre is under a boil water notice following a water main break late Thursday. Officials say it happened on South Main Street between Ayers and Boynton Streets. Crews worked overnight
Pets with Potential: Cats, birds, and dogs, oh my!
RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) – This week’s Pets with Potential come from the Rutland County Humane Society. Percy is a two-year-old kitty who thrives on attention and loves having his head rubbed. Staff say if he’s not ready
Volunteer day for new Wadhams hiking trail
WADHAMS, N.Y. (WCAX) – Champlain Area Trails is hosting a volunteer event to build a new hiking trail in Wadhams, New York, on Saturday. The trail is on newly conserved land and is tentatively named after its
Weekend of events for Veterans Day
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Several events are coming up to mark the Veterans Day weekend. A new structure to honor the men and women who served their country is coming to St. Albans. The new columbarium, a
“Holidays Without Hunger” campaign gets underway
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Efforts are underway to ensure Vermonters in the Champlain Valley have a full table this Thanksgiving. Two Champlain Valley organizations are collaborating to feed 10,000 food-insecure people through the “Holidays Without Hunger” campaign.
Plattsburgh sees credit rating bump
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) – Two of Plattsburgh’s credit ratings got upgraded by Moody’s Investors Service. The credit rating organization says the city has shown consistent financial management with careful budgeting and fiscal policy. While positive, the report
VSP holds “pop-up” test Saturday
WILLISTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Have you ever wondered if you have what it takes to be a police officer? This weekend you can find out, no appointment needed. The pop-up tests are a new initiative from Vermont
Experts offer mental health tips after election
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Whether you celebrate or condemn the election outcomes, there’s a lot of emotion wrapped up in the results. Experts say it’s important to prioritize mental health. It’s a blustery day in Burlington as