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March 30, 2026
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Court Hearing Scheduled for Suspect in Pittsburg Border Patrol Shooting: A federal court hearing is set for April 10 for Blu Zeke Daly, a 26-year-old from Manchester, New Hampshire, accused of attempting to murder a federal officer near the Vermont border. The case stems from a February incident where Daly, described as transgender, allegedly fired at a U.S. Border Patrol agent at the Pittsburg, New Hampshire border crossing. Daly was seriously wounded after the agent returned fire. The agent was not injured during the exchange, according to federal court documents. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Mar 30)
March 5, 2026
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Vermont Governor Marks Start of Maple Season in Canaan Ceremony: Vermont Governor Phil Scott marked the official start of the maple sugaring season by tapping a tree at April's Maple in Canaan, accompanied by state agriculture officials and the Lemay family. The event highlights the significance of maple syrup production for Vermont's economy and cultural identity. During the visit, the governor declared March as 'Maple Month' to honor the industry and the dedication of local producers. April's Maple has been operated by the same family since 1937. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Mar 4)
January 29, 2026
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Quechee Club Lecture Discusses 1830s Anti-Abolitionist Mobs and Modern Parallels: The Quechee Club in Vermont recently hosted a lecture by historian Dan Billin that examined anti-abolitionist mob activity in New England during the 1830s. The presentation, organized by the club’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council, focused on the challenges faced by Black students at the integrated Noyes Academy and the broader regional tensions between abolitionists and their opponents in Vermont and New Hampshire. Billin also addressed connections between historic actions and current fights against racism. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Jan 29)