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Forensic audit of Claremont School District faces delay and potential scope cut

CLAREMONT — A forensic audit of the Claremont School District’s finances covering the seven years that ended Dec. 31, 2025, is on hold and may cover fewer years than the School Board and administration requested in March. School Board Chairwoman Candace Crawford said Friday that CBIZ Forensic Consulting Group of Boston, the firm the district […]

Woodstock closes Mill Road bridge after cracks found in floor beams

The Mill Road bridge over the Ottauquechee River in Woodstock was closed to vehicle traffic on Tuesday after an inspection discovered cracks in several of its floor beams.

A celebration of 'maple-fired' punk highlights challenging times for Vermont’s live music

The new punk and ska festival Skunkfest is scheduled to take place on September 26 in Randolph, highlighting the local music scene amid challenges facing Vermont venues.

1 dead, 1 injured in Newport shooting

A man was killed and a woman was left in critical condition following a shooting at a Putnam Road residence in Newport on Tuesday.

Nonprofits secure funds for community arts projects

Three Upper Valley-based nonprofits were awarded grants by the Vermont Community Foundation's Arts & Social Cohesion program to support various community arts initiatives.