New York Man pleads guilty to threats against former President Biden
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – A New York man pleaded guilty to making threats against former President Biden. The New York Attorney General’s Office says 20-year-old Troy Kelly of Crown Point posted a threat to kill President Biden
Meet the man in charge of maintaining things at the Champlain Valley Expo
ESSEX JUNCTION, Vt. (WCAX) – It’s a frantic and fun evening at the Champlain Valley Fair. “Yeah, it’s a very busy place right now for us,” Bob Jenkins said. It’s called the Ten Best Days of Summer,
NH weekly newspaper, the Colebrook Chronicle, marks a milestone
CLARKSVILLE, N.H. (WCAX) – A small weekly newspaper in northern New Hampshire is marking a milestone. The Colebrook Chronicle is celebrating 25 years in business. The family-run operation comes together out of their home in Clarksville. An
Ensuring ride safety at the Champlain Valley Fair
ESSEX JUNCTION, Vt. (WCAX) – The midway rides are among the most popular attractions at the Champlain Valley Fair in Essex Junction. But how do you know if they’re safe? Our Darren Perron found out. Plus, our
Washington County nonprofit moves to ditch social media accounts
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Whether it’s to connect with friends, watch a funny video, or see what’s going on nearby, social media is a huge part of our lives. “Everyone’s on their phones all the time,” said
Bomb threat forces evacuations at Vermont high school
NEWPORT, Vt. (WCAX) – Students at North Country Union High School were evacuated on their first full day of school on Thursday due to a bomb threat. That’s according to the Newport Daily Express. They say it
What is the state doing about peeling license plates?
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) – If you’ve noticed more Vermont license plates with heavy wear and tear, you’re not alone. Tricia was one of several viewers who wrote in to us asking: “Does the State of Vermont have
New Girl Scout badges support body image
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – New Girl Scout badges support girls’ body image and mental health. It’s part of a new Body Appreciation program created by the Girl Scouts and Flamingo, a women’s personal care brand. The goal
Officials eye short-term rental tax to help fund Northern NY emergency services
KEENE VALLEY, N.Y. (WCAX) – High costs, high call volume and few volunteers have emergency services in the North Country facing a crisis. Now, Essex County officials want to use some money generated by short-term rentals to
Labor Day weekend travel starting early, AAA says
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – AAA says travelers will hit the roads Thursday night to try to extend the holiday weekend. They also say to expect a lot of heavy traffic on Friday from noon to 8 p.m.