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Smoke plume from Canada and Western U.S. keeps Vermont air quality "unhealthy for sensitive groups"

Smoke plume from Canada and Western U.S. keeps Vermont air quality "unhealthy for sensitive groups" Updated Jul 26, 2021

Alek Fleury

afleury@orourkemediagroup.com

This is what cyanobacteria looks like and why it can be harmful to swimmers

This is what cyanobacteria looks like and why it can be harmful to swimmers Updated Jul 25, 2021

Help conserve native bees and pollinators with these 7 tips

Help conserve native bees and pollinators with these 7 tips Jul 12, 2021

Vermont Department of Financial Regulation releases report on climate change's impact on the insurance industry

Vermont Department of Financial Regulation releases report on climate change's impact on the insurance industry Updated Jul 7, 2021

Alek Fleury

afleury@orourkemediagroup.com

Residents see first-hand the devastation caused by massive gypsy moth outbreak

Residents see first-hand the devastation caused by massive gypsy moth outbreak Updated Jun 29, 2021

How to identify poison ivy in your backyard or in the woods

How to identify poison ivy in your backyard or in the woods Updated Jun 29, 2021

Did you know? Fishing access areas are not safe for swimming

Did you know? Fishing access areas are not safe for swimming Jun 16, 2021

Six things to know about Gypsy Moths and how they can affect you in Vermont

Six things to know about Gypsy Moths and how they can affect you in Vermont Updated Jun 16, 2021

Long-time Essex Junction employee, Bernie Fleury, wins 2021 Vermont Operator Excellence Award

Long-time Essex Junction employee, Bernie Fleury, wins 2021 Vermont Operator Excellence Award Updated Jun 22, 2021

Conservation & Trails Committee will plant two trees at Essex Elementary School in Arbor Day celebration

Conservation & Trails Committee will plant two trees at Essex Elementary School in Arbor Day celebration Updated Jun 6, 2021

Essex High students among volunteers who planted over 3,000 trees in Chittenden County

Essex High students among volunteers who planted over 3,000 trees in Chittenden County Updated May 31, 2021

Here’s how Essex is working to become more energy-efficient

Here’s how Essex is working to become more energy-efficient Updated May 18, 2021

Bridget Higdon

bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com

Chuck Vile, Essex Tree Warden, receives statewide award

Chuck Vile, Essex Tree Warden, receives statewide award Updated May 12, 2021

Bridget Higdon

bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com

Turtles in the roadway need your help this spring

Turtles in the roadway need your help this spring May 6, 2021

This new Essex Junction Girl Scouts troop wasted no time in helping the community by picking up waste on Green Up Day

This new Essex Junction Girl Scouts troop wasted no time in helping the community by picking up waste on Green Up Day May 4, 2021

These are photos and comments from Green Up Day in Essex

These are photos and comments from Green Up Day in Essex Updated May 2, 2021

State officials are warning Vermonters not to eat this poisonous plant

State officials are warning Vermonters not to eat this poisonous plant Updated May 2, 2021

Into the Woods: 'What are old growth forests?'

Into the Woods: 'What are old growth forests?' Updated May 2, 2021

Experts warn Vermonters to watch for bears this spring

Experts warn Vermonters to watch for bears this spring Updated May 2, 2021

Your question answered: How do I make it through the dreaded tick season?

Your question answered: How do I make it through the dreaded tick season? Updated Apr 14, 2021

Two new executive officers were elected at Monday’s selectboard meeting, plus three other takeaways

Two new executive officers were elected at Monday’s selectboard meeting, plus three other takeaways Updated Apr 9, 2021

Outdoors with Ruthie: 5 tips for enjoying (surviving) a spring sports season!

Outdoors with Ruthie: 5 tips for enjoying (surviving) a spring sports season! Updated Apr 4, 2021

PROJECT CHECK-IN: Here’s the latest news on the Crescent Connector and its anticipated timeline

PROJECT CHECK-IN: Here’s the latest news on the Crescent Connector and its anticipated timeline Updated Apr 4, 2021

PHOTOS: See how a partnership with CTE and local businesses like Trowel Trades Supply helped keep ADL students warm this winter

PHOTOS: See how a partnership with CTE and local businesses like Trowel Trades Supply helped keep ADL students warm this winter Mar 23, 2021

This agreement with GMP aims to make GLOBALFOUNDRIES its own private utility and protect manufacturing jobs in Vermont Updated Jul 19, 2021

As cost for Interstate study increases, some express concerns about its focus

As cost for Interstate study increases, some express concerns about its focus Updated Mar 9, 2021

Celebrating National Career & Technical Education Month: See what CTE has been up to and what students have to say about it

Celebrating National Career & Technical Education Month: See what CTE has been up to and what students have to say about it Updated Mar 10, 2021

Outdoors with Ruthie: I may be dreaming of a moonlight swim across the lake!

Outdoors with Ruthie: I may be dreaming of a moonlight swim across the lake! Updated Jul 19, 2021

Into the Wood: Learn about the science of snow and what impact it has on Chittenden County forests

Into the Wood: Learn about the science of snow and what impact it has on Chittenden County forests Updated Mar 10, 2021

See 40 photos of the Hornet Event of the Week: Nordic skiing vs. Burlington at Sleepy Hollow

See 40 photos of the Hornet Event of the Week: Nordic skiing vs. Burlington at Sleepy Hollow Updated Mar 10, 2021

FBI document warns Vermont water treatment facilities after Florida cyberattack

FBI document warns Vermont water treatment facilities after Florida cyberattack Updated Mar 10, 2021

Your question answered: How do you protect your child against frostbite?

Your question answered: How do you protect your child against frostbite? Updated Jul 19, 2021

With frigid temps on the way, here’s how Essex residents can prevent water lines from freezing without it costing them Updated Jul 19, 2021

See how an easement agreement will prevent agricultural development and boost the vibrant St. Mike's Natural Area, part of which is in Essex

See how an easement agreement will prevent agricultural development and boost the vibrant St. Mike's Natural Area, part of which is in Essex Updated Mar 10, 2021

PHOTOS: See 15 pictures of a winter tradition continuing at ADL with the 40th building of quinzhees

PHOTOS: See 15 pictures of a winter tradition continuing at ADL with the 40th building of quinzhees Updated Mar 10, 2021

How it works: Assuring snow and ice don’t delay your mail service

How it works: Assuring snow and ice don’t delay your mail service Updated Jul 19, 2021

Gov. Phil Scott signs executive order to 'modernize' Natural Resources Board Updated Mar 10, 2021

See how the Vermont Statehouse will save taxpayers money by becoming the nation's first to use a battery backup power system

See how the Vermont Statehouse will save taxpayers money by becoming the nation's first to use a battery backup power system Updated Mar 10, 2021

Christmas storm: Here's what you should know about the ‘extreme weather’ that's predicted to pound the region

Christmas storm: Here's what you should know about the ‘extreme weather’ that's predicted to pound the region Updated Mar 10, 2021

Your questions, answered: plans for Lake Champlain

Your questions, answered: plans for Lake Champlain Updated Mar 10, 2021

Bridget Higdon

bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com

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