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Traffic Alert: I-89 southbound closed between exits 11 and 12

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By WCAX News Team
Interstate 89 south bound between exit 12 in Williston and exit 11 in Richmond is closed due to weather related incident.

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Town of Shelburne plans for more accessible bike and pedestrian paths

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Lucy Caile
Shelburne is taking strides towards making the town more bike and pedestrian friendly.

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Democrats for Burlington mayor focus on crime

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Katharine Huntley
The two Democratic Burlington City Council members running for mayor agree on one thing -- public safety is the city’s biggest challenge.

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Vt. man convicted of child murder dies in prison; was he a serial killer?

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Darren Perron
A Vermont man in prison for the kidnap, rape and murder of a child has died. And while he was convicted in one case, he may have taken secrets about other murders with him to the grave.

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The mother of one of the three college students of Palestinian descent shot in Burlington over...

‘This is a dangerous time in America’: Mother of Vt. shooting victim shares concerns

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Sophia Thomas and Kiana Burks
The mother of one of the three college students of Palestinian descent shot in Burlington over the weekend says her son's spirits are high.

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The New Hampshire House voted 223-118 on Thursday to outlaw what has been called the “gay...

Former NH lawmaker faces multiple charges related to moving out of his district

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
A former New Hampshire lawmaker who kept his seat for a year after moving out of his district was charged Tuesday with multiple crimes related to his change of address.

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Regional nonprofits feel the love on Giving Tuesday

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Jessica Tara and Alek LaShomb
It’s not just your typical Tuesday. After the post-Thanksgiving gluttony of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday has for more than a decade become a tradition encouraging philanthropy, volunteerism, and other charitable acts.

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UVM study examines childhood adversity’s relation to long-term mental health

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Darren Perron
A new study by University of Vermont researchers challenges conventional wisdom about childhood resilience and its impact on long-term well-being.

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Community members were gathering at two separate vigils in Burlington Tuesday evening to show...

Community comes together for vigils to support Burlington shooting victims

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Lucy Caile
Community members were gathering at two separate vigils in Burlington Tuesday evening to show support for the Palestinian students wounded in the Saturday shooting on a city street.

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$15M Vt. loan fund to bolster municipal budgets battered by flood expenses

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Calvin Cutler
A new fund aims to ease the burden on municipalities -- and local taxpayers -- in areas hit hard by flooding this summer.
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Breeze Airways celebrated its inaugural flight to the Plattsburgh International Airport Tuesday.

Breeze Airways makes inaugural Plattsburgh flight

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Alek LaShomb
It was a smooth takeoff for Breeze Airways’ inaugural flight to Orlando from the Plattsburgh International Airport Tuesday.

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Vermonters are being encouraged to try using their food assistance benefits in the garden...

What do revised USDA plant hardiness zones mean for local growers?

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Cat Viglienzoni
Cat Viglienzoni spoke with Terry Bradshaw, an associate professor in Plant and Soil Science at the University of Vermont, about what the new map means.

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City officials say a developer has filed an application to develop nearly 130 homes on a...

Developer eyes South Burlington property for new housing

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Hailey Morgan
People living on the Allenwood property in South Burlington could have some new neighbors in the future.

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A celebration of life service was held Monday for Bradley Haas. Haas was shot to death at New...

Security guard fatally shot at NH hospital remembered for dedication to community, family

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
A security guard shot dead at New Hampshire Hospital is being remembered for his dedication to his community and family.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing millions of dollars into clean energy and food...

Vt., NH projects win $2M in grants for clean energy, food production

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By WCAX News Team
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing millions of dollars into clean energy and food production in Vermont and New Hampshire.

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Vermont State Police issue phone scam warning

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By WCAX News Team
Authorities are warning Vermonters about a phone scam in which the caller claims to be a member of the Vermont State Police.

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A new episode of "Catamount Corner" airs Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. on Channel 3.

PROGRAMMING NOTE: ‘Catamount Corner’ airs on WCAX at 6:30 pm; 6 pm news shortened

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By WCAX News Team
A new episode of "Catamount Corner" airs Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. on Channel 3. That means the Channel 3 News at 6 p.m. will be a half hour.

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Three Palestinian college students, Tahseen Ali Ahmad (left), Kinnan Abdalhamid (middle), and...

Authorities face calls to declare a hate crime in Vermont shooting of 3 men of Palestinian descent

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Vigils for three college students of Palestinian descent who were shot in Vermont over the weekend have prompted calls for authorities to recognize the violence as a hate crime, and for unity among the Jewish and Arab communities.

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F-35s to take part in night training this week

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By WCAX News Team
Officials say night training will take place starting Tuesday through Friday with one afternoon and one evening takeoff period per day.

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A historic farmhouse in Guilford was badly damaged by a fire on Monday.

Historic Guilford farmhouse damaged by fire

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Adam Sullivan
A historic farmhouse in Guilford was badly damaged by a fire on Monday.

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How to only feed the animals you want this birdfeeder season

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By WCAX News Team
The bears have gone to bed and you know what that means-- birdfeeder season is here.

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As temperatures drop across our region, more people experiencing homelessness are looking for...

Area shelters see increased demand for homeless youth services

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Melissa Cooney
As temperatures drop across our region, more people experiencing homelessness are looking for shelter, including Vermont’s youth.

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Nettle crackers are just one of many specialty snacks made by Frog Hollow Farmstead.

Made in Vermont: Frog Hollow Farmstead

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 7:47 PM EST
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By Elissa Borden
Down a Hubbardton dirt road sits a farm with a treasure trove of specialty snacks.

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Suspect pleads not guilty in Burlington triple-shooting; victims’ families react

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 7:23 PM EST
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By Cat Viglienzoni, Sophia Thomas, Katharine Huntley and Darren Perron
A man accused of shooting three Palestinian college students is now behind bars, but the Burlington community is still searching for answers.

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New York cannabis regulators have approved a deal to settle lawsuits that have blocked...

New York’s cannabis board votes to settle lawsuits that have stalled legal dispensaries

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 6:35 PM EST
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By The Associated Press
New York cannabis regulators have approved a deal to settle lawsuits that have blocked recreational marijuana shops from opening.

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Effort to move teen murder case to family court; victim’s family calls for juvenile justice reforms

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 6:27 PM EST
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By Calvin Cutler
Lawyers for a Burlington teen charged with second-degree murder want his case transferred to family court. Our Calvin Cutler reports on what that means for the case.

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Trial began Monday for Stacey Vaillancourt, a child care provider accused in the death of one...

Trial begins for Vt. child care provider accused of manslaughter

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 6:13 PM EST
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By Ike Bendavid
Trial started Monday for the Rutland woman accused of killing an infant at her child care business back in 2019. Our Ike Bendavid shows you what happened in court.

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An overperforming storm left some Vermonters reaching for the shovels sooner than expected.

Snowstorm leaves many Vermonters in the dark

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 4:26 PM EST
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By Jessica Tara
Power outages, stuck cars and tree branches across roads-- all because of an overnight snowstorm. Our Jessica Tara got an update on the outages and spoke with folks cleaning up.

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A West Pawlet landowner accused of building an unlicensed paramilitary-style training camp...

Town officials finally allowed to inspect controversial Slate Ridge property

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 4:22 PM EST
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By Adam Sullivan
A Vermont landowner owner accused of building an unlicensed paramilitary-style training camp opened his property to town officials Monday. Our Adam Sullivan reports on the Slate Ridge inspection.

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A group of veterans and Vermont troopers delivered a holiday tree to the Vermont Veterans'...

Christmas tree arrives at Vermont Veterans’ Home

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 3:46 PM EST
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By Hailey Morgan
A group of veterans from Vermont helped deliver a Christmas tree to the U.S. Capitol in 2007. When they returned, they brought a new tradition to the Vermont Veterans' Home. Our Hailey Morgan reports.

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A kitten is safe thanks to Burlington firefighters.

Burlington firefighters rescue kitten stuck in tree

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 2:54 PM EST
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By WCAX News Team
The kitty was stuck about 50 feet up in a tree in Burlington's New North End.

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Police have cited a man in connection with an incident that caused thousands of dollars in...

Bradford man accused of tearing up school grounds in pickup

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 1:38 PM EST
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By WCAX News Team
Police have cited a man in connection with an incident that caused thousands of dollars in damages to the grounds of a Vermont high school.

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Montpelier man back behind bars after Windsor County police pursuit

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 12:08 PM EST
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By WCAX News Team
A Montpelier man is back behind bars after allegedly stealing a Subaru and leading police in a pursuit.

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For the third year, the Shelburne Museum is kicking off the holiday season with its winter...

Shelburne Museum lights up for the holidays

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 9:29 AM EST
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By Jessica Tara
For the third year, the Shelburne Museum is kicking off the holiday season with its winter lights.

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Vermont leaders respond to shooting of 3 Palestinian-American men

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 8:38 AM EST
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By WCAX News Team
Vermont leaders responded to the shootings of three Palestinian American college students in Burlington Saturday night.

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Nonprofit brings music opportunities to Vermonters

Nonprofit brings music opportunities to Vermonters

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 8:23 AM EST
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By John McMahon
Prospective musicians across Vermont now have a new opportunity to hone in their craft and learn instruments they’ve always wanted to.

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Winter weather makes roads slippery, knocks out power

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 5:26 AM EST
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By WCAX News Team
Overnight winter precipitation has slowed roads across the state. Interstate driving is slippery and slow.

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Vermont for Justice in Palestine held a vigil Sunday evening to show support for the three...

Vermont for Justice in Palestine holds vigil for 3 shot in Burlington

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 2:52 AM EST
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By Calvin Cutler
Vermont for Justice in Palestine held a vigil Sunday evening to show support for the three Palestinians shot in Burlington Saturday evening.

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One woman is dead after a fire in Brattleboro.

1 dead after fire in Brattleboro

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 2:50 AM EST
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By WCAX News Team
One woman is dead after a fire in Brattleboro.

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Ways to stay safe on the slopes this season

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 2:45 AM EST
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By Jessica Tara
As the temperature drops, winter fanatics are excited to hit the slopes.

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Three Palestinian college students, Tahseen Ali Ahmad (left), Kinnan Abdalhamid (middle), and...

Community members react to Burlington triple-shooting

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 2:31 AM EST
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By Sophia Thomas
All eyes are on Burlington after three 20-year-old Palestinian-American men were shot near the UVM campus over the weekend. Our Sophia Thomas spoke with neighbors about what they witnessed.

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Police say they received calls stating that a person was shot near North Prospect Street at...

Three Palestinian American students injured in Burlington shooting

Updated: Nov. 26, 2023 at 2:31 PM EST
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By WCAX News Team
Police say they Received calls stating that a person was shot near North Prospect Avenue at around 6:25 p.m.

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Gaku Ramen votes to unionize

Gaku Ramen workers vote to unionize

Updated: Nov. 26, 2023 at 8:39 AM EST
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By Laura Ullman
Workers at Gaku Ramen in downtown Burlington have voted to unionize.

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One person has died following a fire in Brattleboro Saturday night.

Police investigate fatal Brattleboro fire

Updated: Nov. 26, 2023 at 8:18 AM EST
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By WCAX News Team
One person has died following a fire in Brattleboro Saturday night.

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A 17-year-old is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries following a one-car crash in...

Police investigating car crash in Burke

Updated: Nov. 26, 2023 at 8:12 AM EST
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By WCAX News Team
A 17-year-old is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries following a one-car crash in Burke.

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A candlelight vigil in battery park Saturday, for a teen shooting victim.

Vigil held for teen victim in Bristol shooting

Updated: Nov. 26, 2023 at 12:01 AM EST
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By Calvin Cutler
Vigil held for teen victim in Bristol shooting

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A pack of ten Siberian Huskies introduced an excited audience to the sport of dogsledding.

Sled dogs descend on Burlington’s Echo Center

Updated: Nov. 25, 2023 at 9:43 PM EST
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By Sophia Thomas
A pack of ten Siberian Huskies introduced an excited audience to the sport of dogsledding.

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‘Small Business Saturday’ helps Montpelier shops bounce back after floods

‘Small Business Saturday’ helps Montpelier shops bounce back after floods

Updated: Nov. 25, 2023 at 9:34 PM EST
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By Jessica Tara
tarted by American express back in 2010, Small Business Saturday is an opportunity for people to score great deals, while supporting the local economy. Small Business Saturday celebrates and supports small businesses and all they do for their communities.

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Some of Vermont’s – and the worlds – best women ski racers hit the slopes Saturday.

World’s best women ski racers hit the slopes for Stifel Killington Cup

Updated: Nov. 25, 2023 at 9:31 PM EST
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By Sophia Thomas
Some of Vermont’s – and the worlds – best women ski racers hit the slopes Saturday.

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Annual holiday train stops in North Country

Updated: Nov. 25, 2023 at 7:06 AM EST
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By Alek LaShomb
All aboard the holiday train in the North Country today.
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