County’s top prosecutor is navigating a severe staffing shortage
A lengthening list of critics of the performance of State’s Attorney Eva Vekos said they’re growing more concerned in light of a significant, temporary staffing shortage in her office.
Gas-hauling truck fire strikes Route 7 in Ferrisburgh again
When a truck hauling gas caught fire on Route 7 last year, the Ferrisburgh fire chief thought it was a once in a career event. Then it happened again this week — and many firefighters turned out to help douse the blaze.
Area farms fare well despite wet weather
Local growers say they fared better during last week’s storms than in 2023 and, in general, have been less affected by extreme weather this growing season.
Bristol farmer runs for seat in Vermont House
Chanin Hill — one of the driving forces behind Bristol’s Four Hills Farm — wants to be one two people voters in the Addison-4 pick on Nov. 5 to serve their interests in Montpelier.
Middlebury homeless shelter suspends overflow services
Shelter officials have growing concerns for the safety of the facility’s other houseless guests and staff, but it could temporarily add to the number of people who’ve been camping downtown.
