Around the NEK

Hemp in the Northeast Kingdom

Details: Created on Friday, 20 September 2019 01:14; Written by Nick Anastasi

EAST BURKE- Since 2013 the hemp industry in Vermont has been growing like a weed. More and more farmers are starting to get into the business, especially here in the Northeast Kingdom.

Doing Business in the Northeast Kingdom

Details: Created on Wednesday, 15 May 2019 06:37; Written by Dylan Schlossberg

Around the NEK- For all its scenic beauty, the Northeast Kingdom has not traditionally been the easiest region of the state to start a business in.

Vermont Goes Green

Details: Created on Wednesday, 15 May 2019 01:09; Written by Jake Fortin

The Northeast Kingdom- Dr. Janel Hanrahan, an associative professor of Atmospheric Sciences said that we know humans are the cause of climate change, and that we have the power to stop it. So local governments, business, and companies are taking noticing and working hard to keep vermont known as the "Green mountain State".

Breakout Bakery

Details: Created on Wednesday, 15 May 2019 00:31; Written by Jake Fortin

St. Johnsbury- Darryll rudy and Barbara Edelman have been in town for over a year, putting in everything they have to make food worx enterprises break out bakery come to life. "you know what, i am 75 years old and this is it for me. This is where my heart is and come hell or high water, we are going ot make this happen", said rudy, food Worx' executive director.

Climate Change Threatens Vermonts Sweetest Industry

Details: Created on Tuesday, 14 May 2019 22:42; Written by Jake Fortin

The Northeast Kingdom- The maple tapping industry is at risk due to man made climate change, and that could be mean a loss of millions of dollars for Vermont's economy. Right now, according to the University of Vermont's center for rural studies the maple tapping industry brings in between 317 and 330 million dollars in sales to the state per year.

Vermonts 1st World Cubing Association Competition

Details: Created on Tuesday, 14 May 2019 21:05; Written by Jake Fortin

East Burke- On Saturday, Burke Mountain hosted Vermont's first ever world cubing association competition. The event had well over 80 participants from over 5 countries. According to the World Cubing Associations website, "The World Cube Association governs competitions for mechanical puzzles that are operated by twisting groups of pieces, commonly known as 'twisty puzzles'.

A Green Industry

Details: Created on Sunday, 12 May 2019 01:18; Written by Tom Lanza

NORTHEAST KINGDOM- The cannabis industry has made a lot of headway in the past several years. The two most common derivatives of the cannabis plant are THC and CBD. Though THC has not been federally legalized yet, CBD was made federally legal in December of 2018. This leaves room for further research about the medicinal qualities and applications of CBD as well as the opportunities for growers, processors, and retailers.

A Tax Many Wouldn't Be Able to Afford

Details: Created on Friday, 10 May 2019 21:53; Written by Tom Lanza

NORTHEAST KINGDOM- It is no secret that heating homes with oil in Vermont is very costly, especially with such long and brutal winters. Here in the Northeast Kingdom, many homeowners are feeling the effects of an already high price of home heating oil. In 2016, a tax was put on home heating oil and propane which raised the cost about two cents per gallon.

Maura Murray's 37th Birthday

Details: Created on Thursday, 09 May 2019 17:00; Written by Jake Fortin

North Haverhill, NH- On Saturday May 4th, Fred Murray, friends, and supporters of his missing daughters case released doves in her honor at the spot where Maura went missing 15 years ago. Saturday marks Maura's 37th birthday, she was a 21 year old Nursing student, she was very athletic, and loved to hike with her father. To this day, the reasons why Maura was heading north on route 112 the night she went missing is still unknown.

KILOS For Pounds

Details: Created on Tuesday, 07 May 2019 23:44; Written by Emma Quinn

Lyndonville-Brad Collins turned to social media last month to put his beard at risk in support for the Lyndonville Dog pound

Cold Water Safety

Details: Created on Tuesday, 07 May 2019 20:52; Written by Nick Anastasi

LYNDONVILLE- With all of the nice weather that has graced the region over the past few days, has led many outdoor enthusiasts to come out of hibernation. However, those who are eager to get out on the water, may want to take some precautions first.

Police Week

Details: Created on Monday, 06 May 2019 13:03; Written by Nick Anastasi

ST. JOHNSBURY- May is National Police Memorial month, it is a month dedicated to Police Officers who made sacrifices in the line of duty.

An Epidemic Spreading like Wildfire

Details: Created on Monday, 06 May 2019 00:17; Written by Tom Lanza

NORTHEAST KINGDOM - There is no denying that the opioid epidemic is an issue across the nation. Though the problem may be very present in the street, it has been deeply rooted within the medical field. Medical professionals treating chronically ill patients have the obligation to prescribe but monitor doses of narcotic pain medication in a way that does not result in addiction. According to Stefanie Sigmund, APRN, there is a lot that goes into treating a patient's pain.

Efforts to Revitalize Saint Johnsbury

Details: Created on Wednesday, 01 May 2019 22:01; Written by Tom Lanza

SAINT JOHNSBURY - Over the past several years, there has been an effort to revitalize the town of Saint Johnsbury. The goal is to bring more people to the area, both residents and visitors. A way to do this has been to add to the number of businesses in town. Longtime residents like Gary Ely have seen Saint Johnsbury lose many businesses over the years. Due to this, many have been put out of jobs and left the area.

Barnet Bridge Proposal

Details: Created on Friday, 26 April 2019 02:56; Written by Will Barrett

BARNET - The town of Barnet’s Fire and Rescue Department has begun the process to get themselves a new forest fire truck. This was brought to the attention of the Barnet Select Board monday night, as the department is hoping to replace their old truck as soon as possible.

Two Running for CCSU Board Chair

Details: Created on Thursday, 25 April 2019 20:50; Written by Chelsi Byrnes

BARNET- Two Barnet residents are running for one open seat on the Caledonia Cooperative Supervisory Board vote that is on May 7t

How the NEK Tackles Spring Sports

Details: Created on Wednesday, 24 April 2019 19:29; Written by Tom Lanza

AROUND THE NEK – Unfortunately, the weather is not something that can be controlled. This takes a toll on spring sports in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. Northernmost areas like the Northeast Kingdom are bound to face a spring sports season that begins indoors.

The Barnet Library Brings Back An Old Tradition

Details: Created on Friday, 19 April 2019 20:49; Written by Branden King

Ukrainian Egg Decorating

BARNET- An old tradition makes it's return to the Barnet Library after being gone for the past few years.

Ukrainian egg decorating made it's return Wednesday night after Special Projects Director of the library, Rebecca Boardman reintroduced it to the community.

Burglar Unable To Steal From Church

Details: Created on Thursday, 18 April 2019 15:31; Written by Kiernan Brisson

AROUND THE NEK - The United Baptist Church in Waterford was broken into on the morning of Saturday, April 13th. Seccurity cameras show an individual breaking a glass window on the backside of the building with a long pole. After gaining entry into the building the burglar attempted to gain access to the main offices.

Groton Free Public Library Prom Dresses

Details: Created on Saturday, 06 April 2019 00:29; Written by Will Barrett

groton GROTON - Prior to landing her new position as librarian of the Groton Free Public Library in the fall of 2018, Jodi Fleurie-Wohlleb was a chicken farmer with her family in New Hampshire. Along with a bright smile and inclusive attitude, Fleurie-Wohlleb has brought with her a new goal and an old tradition to the Groton Free Public Library.

15 Years and Still No Maura

Details: Created on Thursday, 04 April 2019 01:21; Written by Jake Fortin

North Haverhill, NH- Potential leads in finding 21 year old Maura Murray fell flat during a forensic excavation on Wednesday. Over the 15 years Fred Murray, Maura's father, has been trying to get into a house on route 112 just across from where Maura went missing in 2004.

Fenton Chester Arena Closed Due To Damage

Details: Created on Tuesday, 02 April 2019 20:17; Written by Kayla Hebert

Fenton Arena LYNDON - The Fenton Chester Arena in Lyndon Vermont experienced some extensive damage on friday due to snow build up.

Snow in Spring, Go Figure

Details: Created on Saturday, 23 March 2019 15:02; Written by Kiernan Brisson

AROUND THE NEK - Friday, March 22nd marked a gigantic winter storm that sweeped the northeast kingdom in just over a foot of snow. Rates of snowfall were recorded at their peak to have fallen at three inches an hour in the early afternoon, and even more frightening were the reports of cars, trucks, and semi(s) that went off the roads or flipped themselves. The Vermont Transportation Agency as well as local road crews were busy all hours of the day and night clearing the snow and ice and attempting to make roads passable for residents, however almost nothing could make the roads completely safe for travel.

Barnet School Conducts Survey on Gonyaw

Details: Created on Wednesday, 20 March 2019 00:19; Written by Chelsi Byrnes

BARNET- The Barnet School's teachers recently did a poll on principal Shawn Gonyaw's performance. This past fall, many parents and community members were concerned about the way Gonyaw has controlled bullying and now things have turned around for the better.

A Preview on the Return of Mud Season

Details: Created on Thursday, 14 March 2019 20:31; Written by Nick Anastasi

LYNDONVILLE- With the spike in temperature today and rain with temperatures expected in the fifties for tomorrow, some of the monstrous snow piles have begun to dwindle, and will continue to do so tomorrow. While most people are loving the spring like feel, to some people this time of year is the worst.

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