"Small Plane Crashes on Mount Equinox: Three Survivors Rescued"
#Vermont #PlaneCrashThree survivors were rescued after their small plane crashed into Mount Equinox in Vermont. The FAA is investigating the incident, which is the latest in a series of recent aviation disasters. read more
Vermont seeks federal aid as storms wreak havoc on state
#Vermont #DisasterAidPackageVermont residents see a break from flood warnings after recent storms. A U.S. senator urges Congress to pass a disaster aid package for communities affected by natural disasters like wildfires, floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes. read more
#Vermont #MurderCharge
23-year-old Darren Martell has been arrested and charged with the murder of his 82-year-old Vermont neighbor, Roberta Martin. Her remains were found in the woods near her home, with authorities believing Martell broke in, sexually assaulted, and killed her. read more
#Vermont #FloodDamageReporting
Vermont's governor urges residents to report flood damage to the state for FEMA assistance eligibility after last week's flooding. Reporting even self-repairs is crucial to meet the federal aid threshold. Residents are encouraged to call 211 or visit www.vermont211.org to report damage. read more
#Vermont #StateRepresentatives
In Vermont, Republican state representative Mary Morrissey apologized for secretly pouring water into Democrat Jim Carroll's bag. Carroll recorded the act, suspecting Morrissey due to her previous hostile behavior. Morrissey later apologized, claiming she didn't realize it was Carroll's bag. read more
#Vermont #housingmarketboom
House prices in Vermont have surged by 12.8%, the highest increase among all states, according to the FHFA, while other states like New Jersey and New York are also experiencing double-digit rises. Inventory shortage is driving high prices. read more
#Vermont #ClimateSuperfundAct
Vermont becomes the first state to hold oil companies financially responsible for climate damages, passing the Climate Superfund Act without the governor's signature. The bill could potentially charge major fossil fuel companies billions of dollars for their emissions' impacts. read more
#Vermont #ColdCaseMystery
DNA testing solved the 40-year-old mystery of 'Baby Doe,' found dead in Vermont. Police traced biological parents, determining the child died at birth. No criminal charges were filed. read more
#Vermont #ClimateChange
Amidst flash flooding in Barre, Vermont in July 2023, the Masons' home was destroyed, leaving them struggling to find affordable housing nearby. Climate disasters are displacing older Americans, highlighting the need for accessible and affordable homes. read more
#Vermont #ClimateSuperfund
A couple in Vermont use a canoe to salvage surgical supplies from a flood-damaged veterinary center. Vermont could become the first state to hold big oil accountable for climate damage, passing a groundbreaking measure that other states like New York and California are monitoring. read more
#SolarEclipse #Vermont
The solar eclipse in Vermont, part of the path of totality, exceeded expectations for watchers who described it as a unique and breathtaking experience. Emotions ran high as the sun vanished, creating a surreal atmosphere. read more