Brattleboro residents voted 76-55 on Wednesday to repeal a new ordinance intended to address quality-of-life crimes such as public urination and open drug use. This law was designed to tackle rising crime linked to drug use, a concern echoed by residents, visitors, and business owners alike. However, the community remains divided on the best approach to combat crime. The previous plan favored civil fines for drug use, violent behavior, loitering, and disorderly conduct in areas frequented by children, aiming to balance enforcement and leniency. With the repeal of this code of conduct, the town must now seek an alternative solution to address these issues.
The cost of medicine is increasing and taxpayers are footing the bill,
according to a new report from the Vermont attorney general. The
Attorney General’s Office every year collects a list of the
pharmaceuticals with price increases that cost the most money. This
year’s list includes drugs that cost more than 1,000% more than they
did last year and shows a rise in price for stimulants, mood stabilizers,
painkillers, anti-depressants, and more, with no clear reason as to
why they’re becoming more expensive.
Vermont authorities urge the public to be vigilant for a fraudulent fire inspector posing as a fire marshal. This individual has been visiting businesses, alleging code violations related to kitchen equipment and demanding payment or threatening citations. Officials advise business owners to request photo identification. Anyone with information should contact the authorities.
Vermonters have until Sunday to sign up for Vermont Health Connect,
the state-run health insurance marketplace. People can sign up or
change their health and dental plans for next year. New federal
subsidies offer better coverage for a lower premium.
A single-car accident in Central Square late Thursday night resulted in serious injuries for a Marlborough man, as reported by police. The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. when a 2014 Toyota Corolla, driven by 22-year-old Joshua Castor, collided with three parked vehicles in the downtown area. Fortunately, none of the parked cars were occupied, and no additional injuries were reported. Emergency responders from the Keene Fire Department treated Castor on-site before transporting him to Cheshire Medical Center, from where he was subsequently airlifted to Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center for further care.
Brattleboro officials are responding to changes in traffic flow following the opening of the General John Stark Memorial Bridge, which links Hinsdale to downtown Brattleboro via Route 142. This new bridge, replacing two old truss bridges over the Connecticut River, has created challenges for vehicle movement on Vernon Street and lower Main Street. Traffic light timings were adjusted upon the bridge’s opening on December 4, with further modifications anticipated as the town collaborates with the Vermont State Agency of Transportation (VTrans). Engineers will make real-time adjustments to improve traffic efficiency, and officials request public patience during this transition to alleviate congestion at this critical entry point to Brattleboro.
WTSA SPORTS FOR FRIDAY DECEMBER 13th 2024
THE CELTICS TRAVEL TO WASHINGTON TO TAKE IN THE WIZARDS ON SUNDAY TIP OFF AT 6:00PM
THE BRUINS ARE ON THE ROAD IN VANCOUVER SATURDAY AGAINST THE CANUCKS . THEY DROP THE PUCK AT 10PM TONIGHT
AFTER A BYE WEEK THE PATRIOTS ARE BACK ON THE FIELD IN ARIZONA AGAINST THE CARDINALS. THE PATS ARE 3 – 10 ON THE SEASON, THE CARDINALS SIT AT 6 – 7. KICK OFF SUNDAY AT 4:25PM