The state government has an online form for people to report ice-outs — that is, when there’s no longer ice from shore to shore on a body of water. Private groups have put money on the line.
Helvi Abatiell Furlan was pronounced dead early Sunday morning after being injured in a structure fire, according to the Vermont State Police. Two children, aged 11 and 17, along with a dog, were uninjured.
State police said 18-year-old Trayvon Kisling of Staten Island, New York, was taken into custody Wednesday at a Brandon gas station. He faces charges of first-degree murder, aggravated domestic assault and obstruction of justice in the November shooting.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning from 8 p.m. Monday through 8 a.m. Wednesday for the southern portion of the state. A winter weather advisory is in effect for many central towns.
The Vermont snow goose hunting season runs from March 11 through April 23, coinciding with the birds’ migration toward the St. Lawrence River Valley.
Bennington and Rutland counties were the only ones that reported “medium” Covid community levels. This is the fifth week in a row Bennington has reported “medium” levels.
Scott asked for a major disaster declaration, which allows utilities to be reimbursed for up to 75% of costs for restoration and repair work needed because of the storm.
“Many Vermonters are asking questions about effective methods and programs that address how best to work with municipalities and police departments to make our communities safe, supportive, and welcoming to all.”
Issues with mail delays and understaffing have been especially prevalent in Chittenden and Windham Counties. The town of Hinesburg has experienced a backlog of over 1,000 packages, according to letters from the delegation.
A proposed rule drafted by the state Department of Environmental Conservation would require that wake sports take place at least 500 feet from shore and on bodies of water that have an area of at least 50 acres and are 20 feet deep.