NEK Schools Review Safety Measures
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- Created on Thursday, 14 February 2013 16:21
- Written by Brian Stone
AROUND THE NEK - With so many recent and tragic events in national news have left many concerned with safety of schools. Schools around the NEK are taking measures to make sure that the schools are as safe as possible and prevents such events.
Peacham Residents Want Answers
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- Created on Tuesday, 12 February 2013 19:47
- Written by Mario Viola
PEACHAM - Peacham tax payers are going to want an explanation at this year's town meeting day.
The town says that over the past five years, or even further back, almost nine thousand dollars has gone missing from the Peacham transfer station's budget.
Helping to Cut Costs
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- Created on Friday, 14 December 2012 16:53
- Written by Brian Stone
AROUND THE NEK - Green Mountain Power has started a new energy assistance program to aid low income Vermonters with paying their electric bill. Those who qualify for the program will get a 25% reduction on their electric bill for the first 600 kilowatt hours used each month, creating over $300 in savings.
Music is Alive in the Kingdom
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- Created on Friday, 14 December 2012 01:56
- Written by Jessica Walsh
LYNDON - Music programs around the country are having a hard time staying alive due to lack of funds. Educators have fought to keep not only music, but also the arts, in our countries school systems.
Where are Your Guns?
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- Created on Tuesday, 11 December 2012 21:39
- Written by Jessica Walsh
NORTHEAST KINGDOM - Hearing gunshots in the Kingdom is a normal and natural sound.
Hunting is a favorite pasttime of many in the area.
Nelson Gets a Date for Trial
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- Created on Tuesday, 11 December 2012 20:24
- Written by Sean Siciliano
ST. JOHNSBURY - The courtroom was quiet on Tuesday morning in the case of Nelson vs St. Johnsbury Selectboard.
Attorneys handled the hearing, that set a date for Nelson's trial, by phone.
Lyndon Police Charging up for 2013 Budget
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- Created on Monday, 10 December 2012 20:49
- Written by Alyssa Sylvia
LYNDON - After spending nearly $10,000 in automotive repairs last year, the Lyndonville Police department is hoping to receive funding for a new police cruiser.
The Lyndonville Police Department has had a 2004 Dodge Intrepid since 2004, and in that short amount of time its racked up over 160,000 miles.
Looking Back on Pearl Harbor
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- Created on Monday, 10 December 2012 18:10
- Written by Alyssa Sylvia
AROUND THE NEK - December 7th 2012 marks the 71st anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. And while almost 3/4 of a century has gone by, people around the Northeast Kingdom remember not only the event on this day, but what it represents and those affected by it.
Spreading the Word on Goat Meat
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- Created on Tuesday, 04 December 2012 15:27
- Written by Sean Siciliano
DANVILLE - A local woman is trying to spread a message to farmers and Vermont communities that has taken her from her Danville farm all the way to Montpelier.
Shirdley Richardson's message is that 80 percent of goats aren't utilized enough on dairy farms and that is a loss of profit for farmers.
St. J Student Hosted French Festival
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- Created on Monday, 03 December 2012 22:39
- Written by Jason Zheng
ST. JOHNSBURY - French II students from St. Johnsbury Academy hosted their “French Festival” at Catamount Arts last Friday and greeted visitors with a warm welcome.
Sounds of the French language and smells of traditional cooking filled Catamount Arts. It was decorated as if it was a different country.
Going Homeless for the Homeless
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- Created on Friday, 30 November 2012 18:55
- Written by Brian Stone
AROUND THE NEK - Hoping to raise awareness about homelessness in the NEK, several groups have joined together to create a set of events, called Housing First, to shed light on the homeless issue in the Kingdom. Newport, Lyndonville, and St. Johnsbury will all be holding events simultaneously starting at 4 p.m.
Plowing Through Tough Times
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- Created on Friday, 30 November 2012 16:39
- Written by Brian Stone
AROUND THE NEK - With the first inch of snow coming a week after Thanksgiving, some people began to worry that this winter was going to be a repeat of last season, including those who rely on snowfall to make a living.
Special Agent Speaks Out
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- Created on Thursday, 29 November 2012 17:17
- Written by Catherine Vitale
VERMONT- A second law officer has testified about Michael Norrie's confessions in the Mary Pat O'Hagan case.
The new revelation came in a courtroom testimony from Special Agent James Mostyn.
Country Stars Visit St. Johnsbury
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- Created on Thursday, 29 November 2012 16:59
- Written by Catherine Vitale
ST. JOHNSBURY - Country Singer and former American Idol contestant Ayla Brown visited St. Johnsbury last night.
Brown was the opening act for multi-platinum country artist Clint Black.
Creative Wreaths For a Good Cause
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- Created on Tuesday, 27 November 2012 19:51
- Written by Jessica Walsh
ST. JOHNSBURY - It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas here in the Northeast Kingdom.
Many people have been seeing snow sticking to the ground and the occasional afternoon snow flurry.
Burke Mountain To Open On Saturday
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- Created on Monday, 26 November 2012 23:27
- Written by Jason Zheng
BURKE - Burke Mountain delayed their opening last Friday due to the unfavorable weather and mountain conditions.
They’re expecting to open this Saturday, which is still an early open date for Burke.
Towns Prepare as Holidays Approach
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- Created on Friday, 16 November 2012 14:33
- Written by Brian Stone
AROUND THE NEK - With the holiday season fast approaching, the Northeast Kingdom is starting to prepare. Local small business, as well as state police and the towns themselves, have plenty of last-minute preparation to do before the holidays arrive.
Auction Supports Local Business
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- Created on Thursday, 15 November 2012 18:50
- Written by Catherine Vitale
AROUND THE NEK - Local businesses in the Northeast Kingdom are helping the Northeast Kingdom Travel and Tourism Association get their names out there with an online auction.
Proceeds from the auction will benefit a sustainable tourism program.
Barnet ATV Vote Passes
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- Created on Thursday, 15 November 2012 18:09
- Written by Peter Lipomi
BARNET - 344 votes were counted in Barnet on November 14th to decide on retaining the 2010 town ordinance that allows ATV's to travel on public roads.
The counts totaled, 215 yes to 129 no.
Denied Motion in Prue Trial May Change
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- Created on Thursday, 15 November 2012 15:56
- Written by Peter Lipomi
CALEDONIA COUNTY - Judge Mary Teachout has informed Patricia Prue's attorney, Marc Eagle, that the denied motion to relocate the trial is premature.
Judge Teachout said the motion will be reconsidered as the trial date approaches.
Dock Jumping Dog From NEK
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- Created on Wednesday, 14 November 2012 18:00
- Written by Katelyn Zenie
BARTON - A couple from Barton is packing up their RV and heading to Iowa, but this trip is more then a vacation for the two and their talented dog.
Cindy Chaffee and her husband Gordon adopted their dog Luka when she was only 3 months old, and realized later that she had a hidden talent, long jumping.
The Artist Donna Marshall
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- Created on Monday, 12 November 2012 18:46
- Written by Jason Zheng
ST. JOHNSBURY - Donna Marshall is a Vermont local artist who has been working on pottery as well as watercolor painting for years.
She grew up in an artist family. Her father was a professor in an art college in Boston, so she was always surrounded by art when she was young.
Helping Hunger in Your Community
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- Created on Thursday, 08 November 2012 16:16
- Written by Alyssa Sylvia
AROUND THE NEK - As the days get shorter and the nights get colder, more and more people all across the country are in need of help to support their families.
However, donations to local food banks and national organizations are lessening, causing Americans to go more and more hungry.
Charges Expunged in Kadamus Case
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- Created on Friday, 02 November 2012 18:32
- Written by Joseph Peters
ST. JOHNSBURY - Three and a half years after fatally shooting his son in a hunting accident, all charges against Kevin Kadamus were expunged in Caledonia County Criminal Court this morning. The ruling brought an end to a bitter saga, which started hours after turkey hunting season opened on May 1, 2009.
The Secret Behind Vermont's Young Fish
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- Created on Thursday, 01 November 2012 15:46
- Written by Peter Lipomi
NEWARK - The Bald Hill Fish Culture Station breeds Atlantic Salmon, Walleye, Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout to stock local ponds and streams.
These fish only remain inside for a few months before they brace the winter months like any other fish, outside cold that circulates from local, Beaver Pond.
