Another 373 Vermont Guard soldiers are back home. They are the last of the large groups to return from Afghanistan. Not all the guard soldiers are back in Vermont yet, but all of the guard soldiers are now out of Afghanistan.More >>
Back in the days of WWII it took troops weeks to get home from the war zone. Often times they were transported back by ship. But for many soldiers today it can be just a matter of days between combat and their flights home.More >>
The holidays are a time when shoppers are making more purchases than usual and are less aware of their surroundings. Many thieves count on these common mistakes. But one Vermont soldier's wife is speaking out -- in hopes others will learn from her holiday nightmare.More >>
A Green Mountain Boy who survived a deadly attack in Afghanistan is back in Vermont. He's still working to overcome devastating injuries, but he took a break from his therapy to welcome home the soldiers who saved his life.More >>
Hugs and tears as Vermont troops were reunited with their families and friends. A group of more than 80 Vermont Guard troops who were stationed in eastern Afghanistan arrived home in the Green Mountain State Thursday.More >>
Quality health care is crucial to our men and women serving in the war zone, whether it's for routine medical treatment or the treatment of life threatening wounds.More >>
Not far from the Kabul International Airport in Afghanistan, some of the top military brass is making important decisions about the war. We got a rare look at the operations in Mission: Afghanistan.More >>
Not much makes a deployed soldier happier than hearing from home. And guard troops in Afghanistan say the support they're getting from Vermont has never been greater.More >>
Vermont still has about 1,500 Vermont troops deployed to Afghanistan. And some are trying to find out what the Afghan women want for their future.More >>
The mission in Afghanistan is slow going for Vermont Guard soldiers. Our troops are trying to change minds and win the hearts of the Afghan people-- and their duties are often dangerous.More >>
Over 2 million girls go to school in Afghanistan today. Under the Taliban in the 1990s, almost none did. The Taliban has increased attacks on schools in the last year. But Vermont Guard soldiers are trying to keep schools safe and girls in class.More >>
Vermont guard soldiers in Afghanistan are getting ready to leave. But despite the joyful anticipation, the mission remains difficult and dangerous. We got an update from Vermont's Commander Col. Will Roy from Bagram Air Field.More >>
One of the jobs Vt. Guard troops are doing in Afghanistan is making sure an important trade route stays open. The Salang Tunnel is located at the top of an 11,000 foot mountain. It's the second highest road tunnel in the world.More >>
Vermont said goodbye to a fallen soldier Wednesday. Sgt. Tristan Southworth was killed in Afghanistan. He was remembered as an athlete, friend and soldier.More >>
The war in Afghanistan has many of our Vermont soldiers on the front lines. But behind the battles are guard members who make sure our military men and women are as prepared as they can be. That's the case for our guard soldiers serving at Camp Phoenix.More >>
The body of a fallen soldier returned home to Vermont Sunday. "We lost a hero," said Corinne Brochu of Hardwick. Sergeant Tristan Southworth was one of two VermontMore >>
Maj. Gen. Michael Dubie was brought to tears Tuesday, announcing the deaths of Sgt. Tristan Southworth of Walden, Vt., and Sgt. Steven Deluzio of South Glastonbury, Conn.More >>
Vermont soldiers at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan work long hours -- at least six days a week -- but when they do have some down time, most choose to go to the gym for a work out.More >>
Vermonters have many roles in the Afghanistan War, including the creation of a working legal system. Vermont Guard officials say that's key in the development of a working government.More >>
Vermont soldiers on the front lines face missile and mortar attacks and roadside bombs. But the Vermont National Guard is trying to make sure our soldiers are equipped to deal with those dangers and come home safely.More >>
Not everything our soldiers are doing in Afghanistan involves dangerous and hostile missions. But in many ways those duties are just as important, if not more important, to the war effort.More >>
Vermont Guard soldiers in Afghanistan are working face-to-face with local residents. They're trying to better the lives of the Afghan people to in turn strengthen security in the war-torn country.More >>
About 1,500 Vt. Guard soldiers are in Afghanistan. They're spread out across the country and are doing a variety of jobs, including the most dangerous work involving convoys.More >>
A WCAX News crews got a close-up look at the work the Vermont Guard is doing in Afghanistan. Darren Perron and Lance MacKenzie returned home Friday, excited to start sharing stories of Vermont guard members.More >>
Military flights in Afghanistan are hard to come by, especially if you're not military. Darren and Lance were bumped from a few flights during their time in Afghanistan.More >>
On a dangerous mission with Vt. guard soldiers, Darren Perron heard directly from village elders how the U.S. is winning support from the Afghan people by helping with infrastructure projects.More >>
Soldiers from Vermont and around the world are breaking bread in Afghanistan. They hope these small gestures of kindness can go a long way in changing attitudes across the world.More >>
Darren and Lance join Vermont guard members on a surprise convoy to the Salang Tunnel, which is the primary trade route between the northern and southern parts of Afghanistan.More >>
What is life in Afghanistan like for Vermont guard members? And what do they really need sent from home? A WCAX News crew embedded with the troops found some answers.More >>
Maybe it's because yesterday was such a flurry of activity, or maybe it's because I'm excited about what's next on our journey, but I can't sleep. So instead, I blog.More >>
Technology has been limited during our mission to Afghanistan so far. We are finally able to update the blog from Charikar, Afghanistan, the capital of Parwan province.More >>
A WCAX News team is headed to Afghanistan to bring you the stories of Vermonters who are in the war zone. Reporter Darren Perron and photographer Lance MacKenzie checked in via Skype from Dubai Friday.More >>
The Vermont National Guard Foundation is launching Operation Care Package. Its goal is to raise money to send care packages to every Vermont solider and airman in Afghanistan.More >>
The military wants the controversial new F-35 fighter jet to come to Vermont. The National Guard says it's critical for the future of the Air Guard, but critics say it will hurt their neighborhoods.More >>
WCAX News is sending a team to Afghanistan. Anchor Darren Perron and Photographer Lance MacKenzie will spend two weeks imbedded with Vermont National Guard troops.More >>
Two Vermont National Guard members serving in Afghanistan will return to their civilian jobs as correctional officers at the Springfield prison after they get back from overseas.More >>
Vermont Gov. Jim Douglas, who's in the Mideast this week with a delegation of four other U.S. governors, spent a second day in Iraq and also visited troops in Kuwait.More >>
Gov. Jim Douglas is in Iraq meeting with Vermont troops still serving there. En route, he stopped by Walter Reed in Washington, D.C., to visit Vermont's wounded soldiers.More >>
A fallen National Guard soldier is back home in Vermont. The remains of Specialist Ryan Grady of West Burke arrived at the Air Guard Base in South Burlington Wednesday.More >>
It was a case of puppy love. A group of Vermont National Guard soldiers saved a stray puppy in Afghanistan. They decided to keep her and find a way to send her home to the states.More >>
A spokesperson for the Vermont National Guard says four soldiers who were injured by a roadside bomb last week are now in the United States being treated at military hospitals.More >>
More than 1,500 Vermont Guard soldiers are currently deployed overseas. That can be difficult for the families they leave behind. But a camp in Fairlee is trying to ease the burden a bit by providing fun for families.More >>
Fifteen-hundred Vermont Guard soldiers are deployed to Afghanistan, but tonight, a handful are getting some R and R back home in Vermont. Capt. Miles Trudell says coming home has been bittersweet, even though it is only for two short weeks.More >>
When Vermont soldiers serving in Afghanistan found a puppy wrapped in razor wire, they knew they had to help. Now one family is working to get the soldiers' new best friend to Vermont.More >>
More than 2,000 Vermonters are currently registered with the Vt. National Guard and Tuesday, an organization made serving their country easier to do. Several local companies pledged to keep Vermonters working once they return home.More >>
Vermont National Guard troops serving in Afghanistan are doing some dangerous duty, including encounters with roadside bombs. Their commander, Col. Will Roy, talked to WCAX News from Afghanistan.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:51 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:51:34 GMT
Flash flooding in Burlington Wednesday night turned city streets into a kayaker's playground. "The drains in the city were all plugged with debris," says Lt. Pat Murphy with the Burlington Fire Dept. ButMore >>
Sudden storms caused flash flooding and left a man injured from a lightning strike.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:35 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:35:41 GMT
A system of strong thunderstorms swept through our region and the threat isn't over. In Burlington, crews are trying to fix a washout at the intersection of Manhattan Drive and North Champlain Street causedMore >>
A system of strong thunderstorms swept through our region and the threat isn't over. In Burlington, officials say the heavy dumping overwhelmed drainage systems.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 3:57 PM EDT2013-05-23 19:57:06 GMT
The South Burlington City Council has OK'd a new building at the University Mall which is expected to settle a lawsuit. The UMall wants to tear down a two-story building on Dorset Street and replace itMore >>
The South Burlington City Council has OK'd a new building at the University Mall, which is expected to settle a lawsuit.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:02 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:02:01 GMT
A Townshend man will be in court for breaking into a house and making himself at home. Police say last Friday and again on Wednesday, they caught 34-year-old Jesse Johnson living in another man's homeMore >>
A Townshend man will be in court for breaking into a house and making himself at home.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:09 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:09:44 GMT
Another major Vermont brand is suing over trademark infringement. Magic Hat Brewing says the logo for Kentucky-based West Sixth Brewing is a rip-off of their Number 9 beer label. Magic Hat argues theMore >>
Another major Vermont brand is suing over trademark infringement.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:57 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:57:59 GMT
Four colleges, including Dartmouth, are now facing federal complaints over their handling of rape allegations. Other colleges facing complaints include Swarthmore College, University of Southern California,More >>
Four colleges, including Dartmouth, face federal complaints over their handling of rape allegations.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:49 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:49:28 GMT
With granite from Danby greeting you when you come through the door, local art on the walls and stones from Shelburne and Charlotte in the floor, the Queen City's newest addition-- Hotel Vermont-- doesMore >>
Burlington is welcoming a third downtown hotel. It's locally owned and not affiliated with any chain. It's a contemporary hotel with strong connections to Vermont's past. Gina Bullard took a tour.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:25 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:25:30 GMT
A Williston car dealership is revved up about education. So, it's letting some schools drive off with some money. As part of its Drive for Education Program, Berlin City Auto Group just donated more thanMore >>
A Williston car dealership is revved up about education. So, it's letting some schools drive off with some money.More >>
A new worry for families of Vermont National Guard soldiers deployed in Afghanistan: Some have gotten hoax calls telling them their soldiers have been wounded.More >>
A St. Johnsbury police officer serving with the Vermont National Guard in Afghanistan is recovering from a broken leg suffered in a fall while on patrol.More >>
With so many Vermont Army National Guard members deployed, the responsibility to respond to a disaster close to home is now on the Air National Guard.More >>
All of the Vermont National Guard troops deployed to Afghanistan are now in-country and many are in the middle of enemy fire. At the same time, a just-completed inspection at the Air Guard could have a huge impact on the base's future.More >>
About 1,500 members of the Vermont Army National Guard are now at their bases in Afghanistan and most have begun carrying out their on-the-ground missions.More >>
A federal law protects soldiers from many types of discrimination, but a loophole leaves service members vulnerable in child custody fights. Vt. lawmakers want to close that gap.More >>
A LIVE INTERVIEW with Maj. Gen. Michael Dubie on the extra training Vt. National Guard soldiers are squeezing in before they leave on their mission to Afghanistan.More >>
During this Sunday's You Can Quote Me, Channel 3 showed the highlights of Sunday's Vermont National Guard Deployment. Another 400 members left for Afghanistan.More >>
We all know the sacrifices soldiers and their families make when they deploy. But their employers make a sacrifice too, and are often another base of support for people serving their country.More >>
More than 300 Vermont National Guard members are back in the Green Mountain State. They were training in Indiana before they ship out to Afghanistan in the New Year. The soldiers are grateful for a Christmas gift from their neighbors.More >>
More families of Vermont Army National Guard soldiers said their goodbyes Friday, as another large unit began the big deployment to the war in Afghanistan.More >>
About 80 Vermont National Guard soldiers hit the road Thursday on a trip that will eventually lead to Afghanistan. Guard members from the Bennington area received a sendoff from their families and the public in advance of Friday's big deployment ceremony.More >>
There have been plenty of deployment ceremonies. But this one marked the official beginning of the Vermont Guard's one-year deployment to the war.More >>
The families of Vermont National Guard soldiers back at home are left with new responsibilities and new worries as their loved ones deploy during Mission: Afghanistan.More >>
Soldiers who are being deployed love to get care packages. That has some people in our region using their knitting skills to send some goodies overseas.More >>
More than three dozen Norwich University students are preparing for deployment to Afghanistan. Tuesday they were honored at a special ceremony-- while veterans of wars past were also remembered for their service to our country.More >>
Families have a lot to do and prepare for when it comes to the upcoming big guard deployment. But for one Vermont family this time has been even more stressful after learning their soldier was being laid off from his state job. More >>
The first group of Vermont guardsman are in Louisiana, training for their upcoming mission to Afghanistan. It's a mission with many unknowns as the military and political landscape continues to shift.More >>
The Vermont National Guard is preparing to head overseas for a mission in Afghanistan. Among the hundreds of citizen soldiers set to go is a Superior Court Judge.More >>
About 1,500 Vermont National Guard members are getting ready to leave for Afghanistan. The deployment will impact thousands of Vermont children. And there's an effort underway to make sure they have support through this difficult time.More >>
Vt. Army National Guard members are still waiting to hear the details of their upcoming deployment to Afghanistan. But Maj. Gen. Michael Dubie says the training they've been getting won't change and that guard families will get more support at home.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:35 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:35:44 GMT
Vermont State Police say the following roads have been closed due to flooding:UNDERHILL: VERMONT ROUTE 15, CILLEYHILL POKER HILL ROAD NORTH UNDERHILL STATION ROAD PAIGE ROAD DAUDLIN ROAD BROWNS TRACE,More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:26 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:26:40 GMT
Many Vermont roads turned to rivers Thursday night. Flash flooding made it difficult to get around. Route 15 in Underhill became a dead end -- between Poker Hill Road and Cilley Hill Road. Gushing waterMore >>
Many Vermont roads turned to rivers Thursday night. Flash flooding made it difficult to get around.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:44 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:44:21 GMT
New developments in a WCAX News investigation into a land deal between Gov. Peter Shumlin and an East Montpelier man. Jeremy Dodge's kids say the governor took advantage of their dad and they now planMore >>
New developments in a WCAX News investigation into a land deal between Gov. Shumlin and an East Montpelier man. Jeremy Dodge's kids say the governor took advantage of their dad and they plan to fight the governor for the property.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:00 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:00:29 GMT
Steve Stitzel is a lawyer with three decades of tax sales experience. His firm represents towns from Bennington to Newport. He says in recent years towns have gotten tough on tax collections. "BudgetsMore >>
There are several steps before a home is sold in a tax sale. Once it is sold, homeowners still have a year to try to get back their property. And many do find a way to pay their back taxes and stay put.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:57 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:57:59 GMT
Four colleges, including Dartmouth, are now facing federal complaints over their handling of rape allegations. Other colleges facing complaints include Swarthmore College, University of Southern California,More >>
Four colleges, including Dartmouth, face federal complaints over their handling of rape allegations.More >>
