News
Car accidents, no injuries
HARDWICK – On February 28 at approximately 10:38 p.m., Hardwick Police were dispatched to a two-car motor vehicle accident on Vt. Route 15 West near Union Bank. Vehicle No. 1, a 2005 Honda Civic operated by John Ohear of Hardwick hit the rear of Vehicle No. 2, a 2018 Ford[Read More…]
Chimney fire, off road rescue
WOODBURY – On May 4, at 8:14 p.m., the Woodbury Fire Department was called to 66 Flat St. in Woodbury for a chimney fire. This was the third call that day, with the earlier calls being a medical call in Calais and an off road rescue of multiple patients in West[Read More…]
Misdemeanor assault
GREENSBORO – On April 26, Chief Deputy Richards Wells was called to 108 Blacks Point in Greensboro for a reported assault. After further investigation, it was found that Michael Watsula of Morrisville waited for the homeowner to arrive home and got into a physical altercation with the homeowner. Watsula was[Read More…]
Leaving the scene of an accident
BERLIN – On April 30, officers from the Berlin Police Department were advised of a vehicle that had struck another and left the scene. Officers were provided with a description of the vehicle. On May 3, officers located the vehicle in Marshfield. During the investigation, it was determined that the operator,[Read More…]
Fugitive, Aggravated Domestic Assault
PLAINFIELD – On April 27, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the Vermont State Police received a report of a domestic disturbance that occurred on Main Street in the Town of Plainfield. Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded to the scene. Further investigation revealed that Mikell Parizo, who has a history of[Read More…]
AWARE Report
HARDWICK – Twenty-two people used AWARE services between April 26 and May 3. The AWARE 24-hour hotline is 802-472-6463. A non-profit established in 1984, AWARE serves Hardwick and the greater Hardwick area in preventing and healing the trauma of domestic and sexual violence. AWARE provides help during immediate crises, as[Read More…]
Media Log
HARDWICK – April 19: Medical, S. Main St.; Traffic Stop, Wolcott St.; Suspicious Event, S. Main St.; Citizen Dispute, Mackville Road; Suspicious Event, Hays Drive. April 20: Threats/Harassment, N. Main St.; Traffic Stop, Vt. Route 16; Traffic Stop, Vt. Route 16; Traffic Stop, Bunker Hill; Assist – Public, Dale St.;[Read More…]
Area maple makers claim successful season
EAST HARDWICK – For many in the New England region, spring showers aren’t the only expectation for the season. Many families anticipate the sweet smell of boiling sap, one that can only be found in and around a sugarhouse. For some, acquiring maple syrup or a maple treat is as simple[Read More…]
Nunery’s outstanding work recognized by colleagues
MONTPELIER – Vermont Forests, Parks and Recreation staffers were recognized by Commissioner Danielle (Danny) Fitzko for their achievements at the Agency of Natural Resources (ANR) Earth Day celebration, April 22. Orleans County Forester Jared Nunery was recognized for his outstanding contributions with the Canute Dalmasse Award, and Kathryn Wrigley and[Read More…]
State to study development of dam emergency operation plans
HARDWICK – A summer study committee submitted its Dam Emergency Operations Planning Report to the Vermont General Assembly on August 18, 2025. The committee identified gaps in the emergency operations planning (EOP) process for dams and recommended creation of a pilot project for one or two state-owned dams in order[Read More…]
Federal funding released to support rural development projects
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Rural Development, Energy, and Credit, announces the delivery of more than $1 million in federal funding, administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)-Rural Development (RD), to support Vermont farmers and small businesses. This announcement follows a months-long effort by the Senator and partners to release the federal funds. The funding, provided through USDA-RD’s Rural Business Development Grants, includes $199,966 for The Center For An Agricultural Economy in Caledonia[Read More…]
