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Migrant Justice launches a new and expanded survey of dairy farm workers in Vermont

Click here for the VTDigger story  “The data collected in June and July of 2014 found nearly half of the 172 dairy farm workers surveyed were paid below the state minimum wage (then $8.73); 40% worked seven days a week with no days off; 30% suffered a workplace injury or work-related illness; and 20% had […]

National Weather Service Burlington – Predicted snowfall amounts

The countdown to when the snow will begin across the North Country is getting closer. There is some dry air in the low levels, but widespread snow will spread from west to east this evening. Take a look at the graphics below for forecast snow amounts and start time. #vtwx #nywx

Burlington City Council unanimously approves next steps of CityPlace’s development

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PRICE CHOPPER/MARKET 32 ISSUES VOLUNTARY RECALL OF COCO BAKERY MACARONS

(Schenectady, N.Y.) – Price Chopper/Market 32 has issued a voluntary recall on all varieties of Coco Bakery Macarons because they may contain a variety of peanuts not listed on the label or disclosed by the supplier. The affected products were purchased in Price Chopper/Market 32 stores between January 30, 2024 and today. Customers who purchased […]

Burlington mayor, CityPlace developers want to add hotels to project and reduce housing

An updated development agreement, which requires City Council approval, would allow for up to 350 hotel rooms and lower the number of residential units to a minimum of 350. Click here for the VTDigger story 

Peru, NY, February 8, 2024, 6:30 to 6:45 a.m. Ausable Point Campground overlooking our beautiful Lake Champlain

Price Chopper/Market 32 Announces Salvation Army Holiday Kettle Donation Program Results

Schenectady, N.Y. – Salvation Army bellringers at Price Chopper/Market 32 stores in New York, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire raised nearly $580,000 through its six-week “Red Kettle” holiday campaign. The money raised – $81,000 more than last year- will benefit those in need throughout the communities where the funds were collected. “The annual […]

Snowfall totals for the past 13 years

NWS Burlington @NWSBurlington · Did you know we keep records of daily snow depth and snowfall? This may provide a better proxy for how we perceive the winter season than total snowfall. Here’s a summary of Burlington snow depth days, comparing each year going back to the 2010-2011 season. #vtwx

UVM Health Network Transforming Cancer Care Across Region Through State-of-the-art Radiation Treatment Upgrades

UVM Health Network News Release  – Technological improvements to better meet patient needs  Burlington, Vt. – It’s a life altering diagnosis that someone in Vermont and northern New York hears every day, “I’m sorry, you have cancer.” At a time when these patients are most vulnerable and looking for the best possible chance for survival, […]

24-hour snowfall forecast

NWS Burlington @NWSBurlington We have some bad news for those in search of snow. Our snowfall forecast has lowered for Thu/Fri in favor of freezing drizzle instead. The only good news is that we expect the forecast ice accumulations to be very light, and mainly on elevated surfaces.

Breeze Airways expands service at Burlington airport

Seasonal nonstop service to Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, and one-stop service to Jacksonville, Florida. Click here for the WCAX story 

Burlington homeless pod community looks back on its first year

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National Weather Service: Black ice possible this evening

NWS Burlington @NWSBurlington With temperatures near freezing, areas of black ice will be possible this evening, especially on untreated or elevated road surfaces. Tomorrow, another round of freezing rain and wintry precipitation is expected. Check out http://weather.gov/btv/winter for the details. #vtwx #nywx

Tom Messner joins Vermont Lake Monsters as Minority Partner

Messner has been a fixture at Centennial Field since retiring from NBC5 Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

National Weather Service Burlington – Today’s Forecast

The first part of a multifaceted storm arrives late this evening as a period of widespread snowfall. Snow will continue for much of the night, but rates will be light, so there will only be minor accumulations #vtwx #nywx

Vermont State University offers free tuition for some in-state students

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Sub-Zero wind chills coming, especially Saturday morning

NWS Burlington Below-normal temperatures are forecasted through the weekend. Breezy winds will bring sub-zero wind chills, especially on Saturday morning.

Facing room shortage, Vermont is turning away people seeking shelter in motels during winter weather

No room at the inn for about 60 households daily  Click here for the VTDigger story 

Big woods deer tracking: An old tradition faces new threats

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Strong winds and heavy snowfall tonight into Saturday morninig

After a brief period of quiet weather this morning, another storm bringing strong to damaging winds will impact the region. In addition to the winds, widespread snow and wintry mix is expected. Visit http://weather.gov/btv for the latest details about this storm. #nywx #nywx

Snow, Wind, Rain! What’s next?

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Significent storm system pending

National Weather Service Burlington @NWSBurlington · A significant storm system will impact the North Country Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday. The biggest impact will be widespread wind gusts in the 45 to 60 mph range with scattered to numerous power outages possible. Stay tuned for more information. #vtwx #nywx

URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Burlington VT 358 AM EST Mon Jan 8 2024

Northern Franklin-Southeastern St. Lawrence-Southern Franklin- Western Clinton-Lamoille-Eastern Franklin-Eastern Chittenden- Eastern Addison-Eastern Rutland- Including the cities of Fort Covington, Malone, South Colton, Star Lake, Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake, Dannemora, Ellenburg, Johnson, Stowe, Enosburg Falls, Richford, Richmond, Underhill, Bristol, Ripton, East Wallingford, and Killington 358 AM EST Mon Jan 8 2024 …HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT […]

Some Cabot products removed from shelves amid labor shortage, co-op says

Cabot cited a workforce shortage combined with strong demand  Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Suspect vandalizes Champlain Islands farm, steals pride flag and leaves homophobic letter

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