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

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

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.