A former police officer from Hinsdale, N.H., and a deputy sheriff from Windham County were involved in an officer-involved shooting on Thursday night in Springfield, Vt. Vermont State Police identified James Crary, 36, from Newport, N.H., as the individual killed by police. According to a press release, officers from the Springfield Police Department and the Windsor County Sheriff’s Department responded to 78 Valley St. shortly before 9:30 p.m. Thursday as part of an ongoing investigation. Upon arrival, they found Crary in a vehicle outside the residence. Crary then accelerated towards the officers, who were positioned outside their vehicles. Subsequently, a Springfield police officer and a Windsor County sheriff’s deputy discharged their department-issued firearms. Crary was hit by gunfire and pronounced dead at the scene. The State Police took over the investigation, as is standard procedure for officer-involved shootings in Vermont. VSP is currently processing the shooting scene, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing evidence, including footage from cruiser-mounted and body-worn cameras. An autopsy conducted on Saturday at the Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington revealed that Crary died from gunshot wounds to the head, with the manner of death classified as homicide.
Activists urged Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to retain its staff as the institution grapples with significant financial challenges. The Reformer reports, “Amid dark rumors of drastic changes — including potential outsourcing of essential services and cuts to direct patient care — the residents of Brattleboro and surrounding areas stand united in support of the hospital’s exceptional employees and the high-quality care they provide,” according to an announcement. “In a state with one of the nation’s oldest populations — and Brattleboro among its most aging demographics — BMH stands out as a model of genuine empathy and expertise in a health care system that often prioritizes profits over people.” Recently, six administrative positions were eliminated due to a $4 million shortfall faced by the hospital. They hope to prevent service cuts or further staffing reductions as the U.S. health care landscape undergoes changes. Particularly worrisome is the reform of Medicaid and Medicare through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, advocated by President Trump. Additionally, tariffs and pharmaceutical costs are significant concerns. BMH aims to maintain its independence and is engaging in programs and seeking solutions to enhance stability.
A week prior to the start of school, bus drivers were locked out from their garage on Putney Road. They protested with signs, urging the bus company to “return to negotiations.” A spokesperson for Travel Kuz stated on Wednesday, “This morning, we initiated a temporary lockout at our Brattleboro site after union negotiations failed to yield an agreement. This lockout will not impact student transportation. Routes will proceed as planned, and we are collaborating with the school district to ensure families face no disruptions at the start of the school year. Our top priority is the safety of students and the dependability of school transportation.” Teamsters Local 597 President Curtis Clough remarked that Beacon Mobility, owned by F.M. Kuzmeskus/Travel Kuz, had sent emails last week expressing a desire to negotiate this week. He accused the company of compelling drivers to accept a “substandard contract” as talks collapsed. “Beacon Mobility is already outsourcing a considerable amount of work from Windham Southeast Supervisory Union due to a lack of drivers, which is a result of their non-competitive wages,” he stated.
The 20-year-old driver, who suffered severe injuries in a crash nearly two weeks ago, has passed away. Vermont State Police reported on Friday afternoon that Evan Donna, 20, from Berkshire, died due to his injuries at the hospital. On August 10th at approximately 2:30 a.m., authorities stated that Donna was driving on Berkshire Center Road when his vehicle veered off the road and overturned. He was hospitalized with critical injuries and remained there until his death 12 days later.
A man is currently in custody without bail following allegations that he transported a pipe bomb to a construction site in Colchester. This incident occurred last week on Dylan Avenue. According to investigators, Justin Perkins, aged 40, removed the explosive device from his vehicle and requested assistance in detonating it. When his request for help was refused, police reported that he returned the pipe bomb to his car and drove away. Authorities apprehended Perkins yesterday. He faces charges for possessing a destructive device. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Colchester police at 802-264-5555.
Winooski Mayor Kristine Lott announced her resignation effective September 15, making her the first woman to hold the position as Mayor. Elected at 33 in 2019, she will be succeeded by Deputy Mayor Thomas Renner until the elections on Town Meeting Day next March. Lott did not provide a reason for her departure, which will reduce the City Council to four members. Her term was originally scheduled to end in March 2027. Winooski operates under a city manager form of government, where the council sets policies that the appointed city manager and staff carry out.
A teenager is in critical condition after he and another man were rescued from the water at Hampton Beach, according to authorities. Hampton Police Chief Alex Reno stated that the individuals involved were a 17-year-old and a 61-year-old man who were acquainted. The initial 911 call was received at 6:40 p.m. on Sunday, reporting a distressed swimmer. Although the Hampton Beach State Lifeguards were off duty at 5:30 p.m., they returned to assist when the call was made, as stated by authorities. Three lifeguards and a firefighter participated in the rescue efforts. Immediate lifesaving measures were initiated for the 17-year-old, as reported by authorities. Both individuals were transported to Exeter Hospital, with the 61-year-old receiving treatment at the scene and reported to be in stable condition. Due to the rescues and hazardous water conditions, access to the waters and swimming at Hampton Beach has been prohibited. Authorities plan to reassess the situation on Monday morning. The New Hampshire State Police – Marine Patrol is overseeing the investigation, Reno added.
UPDATE: Monday moring
A teenager who was in critical condition after he and his father were rescued from the water at Hampton Beach has died, authorities said.
The two people were a 17-year-old and a 61-year-old man, who was his father, New Hampshire State Police – Marine Patrol said.
WTSA SPORTS FOR MONDAY AUGUST 25th 2025
THE REDSOX TOOK 3 OF 4 FROM THE YANKEES BUT THE YANKEES TOOK GAME 4 LAST NIGHT 7 – 2. THE YANKEES ARE A HALF GAME BACK FROM THE REDSOX IN SECOND PLACE.
REDSOX HEAD TO BALTIMORE TONIGHT FOR A 4 GAME SET WITH THE ORIOLES, FIRST PITCH TONIGHT AT 6:35PM
YANKEES STAY AT HOME FOR A 3 GAME SERIES WITH THE NATIONALS, FIRST PITCH AT 7:05PM
THE NFL PRESEASON IS OVER AND THE PATRIOTS WILL START UP THEIR REGULAR SEASON ON SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 7th AT HOME AGAINST THE RAIDERS AT 1PM.
THE PGA TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP WINNER WAS TOMMY FLEETWOOD FROM ENGLAND WITH -18 UNDER PAR FOR 10 MILLION DOLLARS. THE PGA TOUR WILL CONTINUE ON SEPT 11TH TROUGH THE 14TH WITH THE PROCORE CHAMPIONSHIP AT THE SILVERADO RESORT IN CALIFORNIA.
NASCAR CUP SERIES RESULTS FROM SATURDAY AT DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY, RYAN BLANNEY TOOK DOWN THE WIN. FOLLOWED BY DANIEL SUAREZ WAS SECOND, AND JUSTIN HALEY ENDED UP 3RD.