Dangerous heat and humidity continues today (Monday) with heat
index values or “feel-like” temperatures rising once again
into the mid to upper 90s in valley areas.
With a humid air mass in place, areas of showers and
thunderstorms developing this afternoon and night and again on
Tuesday will be capable of producing heavy downpours.
Localized flooding may result, especially in low-lying, urban,
and poor drainage areas.
Despite Vermont attaining an “unaffected” status for bird flu in May, the state persists with its monthly testing program at dairy farms. This testing will continue at least until the end of the year, coinciding with the conclusion of their contract with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Although the transmission of bird flu has diminished, officials anticipate an increase in cases during the fall. Currently, state officials are awaiting direction from the USDA to determine whether the federally funded testing will be necessary in the upcoming year.
A Marlboro woman was arrested on Friday evening following a traffic stop that revealed her violation of an abuse prevention order. Annalicia Blake, 36, was a passenger in a vehicle that was stopped by a Vermont State Police trooper on River Road South around 5:04 p.m. The trooper from the Westminster Barracks initiated the stop after noticing a motor vehicle violation. During the investigation, it was found that Blake was indeed violating an abuse prevention order. She was subsequently arrested and taken to the Westminster Barracks for processing. Blake received a criminal citation to appear in Windham County Superior Court.
A new tool has been introduced to link Vermonters with technology jobs. The Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies, located in Burlington, assists in launching and advising tech-oriented businesses. They indicate that the job market is thriving for both job seekers and employers. However, many individuals find it challenging to connect with suitable positions due to an oversaturated online market filled with fraudulent job listings and out-of-state opportunities. In response, VCET is unveiling a new online job board. This platform will feature a curated selection of Vermont-based tech startups that are actively hiring, with the goal of retaining young talent within the state. “Numerous companies are hiring, ranging from lesser-known startups to larger corporations like Dealer.com and the University of Vermont, all of which are offering job opportunities here,” stated Nicole Eaton, the Marketing and Communications Manager at VCET.
Looking for a delicious summer meal featuring ribs, coleslaw, potato salad, and baked beans? Join us at the Bellows Falls Moose Lodge on Saturday, July 19, for the second of three Diner Dinners hosted by Rockingham for Progress (RFP), the group dedicated to restoring and reopening the Miss Bellows Falls Diner. They will share updates and future plans. The event begins at 5:15 p.m. with a discussion on the diner restoration progress. Dinner will be served buffet style starting at 6 p.m., and a cash bar will be available throughout the evening. Tickets can be purchased on the Miss Bellows Falls Diner website, www.missbellowsfalls.com.
And finally just a friendly reminder: The Brattleboro Utilities Division will be replacing a sewer line on Church Street beginning today (Mon. July 7th) through Friday, July 11. Church Street will be closed from 6:00am to 5:00pm for this replacement. There will be no parking on Church Street during this time and motorists should plan alternative routes .
If you use the Brattleboro Transportation Center , the first floor and the Flat Street entrance will be closed beginning today (Mon.). The deck’s protective membrane will be replaced . The closure is expected to last thru the first week of August. The rest of the parking garage , and the Elliot street entrance will remain open.
WTSA SPORTS FOR MONDAY JULY 7th 2025
THE REDSOX ARE BACK AT FENWAY TONIGHT TO START A 3 GAME SERIES WITH THE ROCKIES, FIRST PITCH AT 7:10PM.
THE YANKEES ARE OFF TONIGHT THEY ARE BACK ON THE FIELD AT HOME ON TUESDAY TO START A 3 GAME SERIES WITH THE MARINERS, FIRST PITCH ON TUESDAY AT 7:05PM.
THE PGA TOUR JOHN DEERE CLASSIC WRAPPED UP YESTERDAY, BRIAN CAMPBELL TOOK THE WIN WITH – 18 UNDER.