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08/22/2025

Authorities said the incident leading to the shooting Thursday night took place on Valley Street and involved officers from the Springfield Police Department and members of the Windsor County Sheriff’s Department.

08/22/2025

OPINION — "Here in Vermont, we pride ourselves on standing up for what’s right. We don’t sit on the sidelines when our values, our communities, and our democracy are under threat. We fight," Sen. Major writes.

Here in Vermont, we pride ourselves on standing up for what’s right. We don’t sit on the sidelines when our values, our communities, and our democracy are under threat. We fight.

08/22/2025

From the Valley News: Police identified the suspects as Demetrius Drew, 30, of New Haven, Conn., the alleged gunman, and Jeffrey Mullins, 46, and Michelle Mullins, 48, both of Rindge, N.H.

Police identified the suspects as Demetrius Drew, 30, of New Haven, Conn. , the alleged gunman, and Jeffrey Mullins, 46, and Michelle Mullins, 48, both of Rindge, N.H.

08/22/2025

In May, the University of Vermont published research on a Monkton wildlife underpass that protects amphibians from vehicles. At the same time, a major crossing on Interstate-89 and Route 2 was retracted due to a lack of funding
(via Reporting and Documentary Storytelling).

In May, the University of Vermont published research on a Monkton wildlife underpass that protects amphibians from vehicles. At the same time, a major crossing on Interstate-89 and Route 2 was retracted due to a lack of funding.

08/22/2025

An Orange County judge grappled with where to place the 74-year-old man who shot and killed his daughter, Karina Rheaume, when she came to bring him cookies and check on him in May 2021.

08/21/2025

The volunteer-run mutual aid effort has recently begun serving hot food three nights a week in City Hall Park to meet growing needs.

08/21/2025

The department overseeing sheriff transport deputies said the decision is due to limited resources. The state’s top defense attorney called the change “a big problem.”

08/21/2025

OPINION — "Vermonters should be alarmed by this reckless proposal to place industry profits above the interests of our communities, loved ones and future generations," Zigmund writes.

Vermonters should be alarmed by this reckless proposal to place industry profits above the interests of our communities, loved ones and future generations.

08/21/2025

From Valley News: Police said they have made no arrests nor have they publicly identified a suspect.

Police said they have made no arrests nor have they publicly identified a suspect.

08/21/2025

Join VTDigger’s Dirt Road News team at Babes Bar for their legendary trivia night from 7-9:30 p.m. tonight!

Whether you’re a trivia regular or just want to enjoy a great night out, we’d love to meet you. Our team will be there to listen, swap stories and hand out some VTDigger swag. We want to hear what matters to you and your community.

VTDigger is hosting trivia night at Babes Bar in Bethel on Thursday, Aug. 21. We’ll be there with giveaways, prizes and good conversation. All are welcome!

08/21/2025

OPINION — "Energy efficiency is a proven, practical and immediate way to make energy more affordable. Facing economic uncertainty and climate challenges, it’s the solution we can’t afford to ignore," Walke writes.

Energy efficiency is a proven, practical and immediate way to make energy more affordable. Facing economic uncertainty and climate challenges, it’s the solution we can’t afford to ignore.

08/21/2025

Swimming in natural waters, also known as open water swimming, has taken over the world recreationally and competitively. These Vermont swimmers talk about the serenity it brings them, but also how it empowers their connection to nature.