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Lanxner supports state paraquat ban
HARDWICK – As Vermont governor Phil Scott signed the first U.S. legislation banning the toxic herbicide paraquat into law last week, Emily Lanxner, a founding member of the Vermont Poison and Pesticide Action Network (PAPAN) said work on this bill was a struggle similar to previous legislation protecting humans and[Read More…]
Vermont enacts the country’s first ban on herbicide
VERMONT – Vermont became the first state in the country, Tuesday, to ban the sale and use of paraquat, a herbicide that has shown strong association with the onset of Parkinson’s disease. “Governor (Phil) Scott signed this bill into law because he understands the harmful impacts paraquat has on the[Read More…]
Expanding downtown parking options, cemetery planning suggested
HARDWICK – The May 21 regular selectboard meeting saw the introduction of a new candidate for Caledonia County Sheriff, Robert Gerrish. Former selectboard member Danny Hale was present, bringing a number of issues to the board’s attention. Hale began with suggestions for improving the quality of zoom for remote attendees. Hale[Read More…]
Domestic Assault
CRAFTSBURY – On April 22 at approximately 7:39 p.m., the Vermont State Police received a report of a domestic assault that occurred at a residence on South Albany Road in the Town of Craftsbury. After further investigation, troopers determined Vidal Ruiz and Delgadina Ruiz-Lopez had physically harmed a household member. Vidal[Read More…]
Unlawful mischief, retail theft
BERLIN – On May, 22, at approximately 10:58 a.m., officers of the Berlin Police Department responded to 672 U.S Route 302, Rowell Plumbing and Heating for a vehicle being vandalized. A vehicle had been spray painted with the word “SLUT” on all four sides. Stephen Maturo of Calais was issued[Read More…]
AWARE Report
HARDWICK – Thirteen people used AWARE services between May 24 and May 31. 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…]
Ex-sheriff’s department deputy accused of making “trading cards” of suspects
MORRISVILLE – A former Lamoille County Sheriff’s Department deputy is facing disciplinary proceedings over allegations that he created “trading cards” of people who had been arrested, using booking photos and other law enforcement images while employed by the agency. The Vermont Criminal Justice Council earlier this month posted a notice on[Read More…]
Single vehicle crash
CRAFTSBURY – On May 31, the Vermont State Police responded to the report of a single vehicle crash on Wildbranch Road in the town of Craftsbury. Upon arrival, the operator was identified as Tyler Friend of Wolcott. Friend displayed indicators of impairment and was processed for DUI at Copley Hospital[Read More…]
Hardwick Police Department Media Log
HARDWICK – May 24: Threats/Harassment, S. Main St.; Suspicious Event, Vt. Route 15 E; Traffic Stop, Vt. Route 15; Traffic Stop, N. Main St. May 25: TRO/FRO service, Vt. Route 15 W.; Traffic Detail, N. Main St.; Citizen Dispute, S. Main St.; Motor Vehicle Complaint, Mill St.; Trespassing, Vt. Route[Read More…]
Beverly B. “Bev” Shepard
HARDWICK – Visiting hours for Beverly Barcomb “Bev” Shepard, who died February 13, 2026, in Florida will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, June 25, at Northern Vermont Funeral Home, 60 Elm Street, Hardwick. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Friday, June 26,[Read More…]
Cal United carries momentum into post-season
DANVILLE – The Caledonia United (Twinfield-Cabot-Danville) softball team capped off its regular season with a pair of wins over Paine Mountain and Craftsbury Academy (CA) last week, improving to 4-8. Alaina Robbins twirled a one-hit gem last Tuesday, striking out 12 to power Cal United to a season series sweep[Read More…]
