Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Amidst post-COVID challenges, Burlington, Vermont is encouraged to embrace and support local businesses to foster economic recovery and maintain its vibrant community spirit.
🚨 Crime
Robert McLane was sentenced to 18 months in prison for defrauding his employer, Formula Nissan, of over $566,000 through illicit sales of vehicle parts.
Wan Yee Ng, after pleading guilty to smuggling protected turtles, will be deported to Hong Kong without additional jail time, as ruled by a Burlington federal court.
Joseph Ferlazzo was convicted of first-degree murder for the death of his wife during their anniversary trip in 2021.
🎓 Education
Eleven Vermont small business owners graduated from the SBA's T.H.R.I.V.E. program, having completed six months of intensive training to scale their businesses and enhance leadership skills.
The Burlington School Board has made Sabrina Westdijk and John Oliver, interim principals at Burlington High School and Edmunds Middle School, their permanent principals in recognition of their contributions to education and student well-being.
🌲 Environment
An initiative in Burlington distributes free vegetables grown in a shipping container using hydroponics to underserved communities, alongside news covering bird flu milk testing, a new town forest, and New Year’s Day hikes.
🏛️ Government
Vermont teams up with NHTSA and law enforcement for a high-visibility impaired driving awareness campaign from December 13, 2024, to January 1, 2025, aiming to reduce alcohol-impaired driving fatalities during the holiday season.
🏈 Sports
Vermont faces Denver in the NCAA College Cup semifinals, marking Vermont's first appearance at this level after a successful season.
🎉 Burlington Events
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Jewish Journeys Program
The Jewish Journeys event is part of a series designed for Hebrew School students, featuring educational activities at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue.
Annual Holiday Comedy Open Mic and Gift Swap
This festive event features an open mic for standup and improv, a Yankee swap, and a toy drive, all set in a holiday-themed atmosphere.
VT Sports Card and Collectible Show
The VT Sports Card and Collectible Show features dealers specializing in modern and vintage sports cards and collectibles from New England.
Winter Solstice Bonfire Celebration
The Winter Solstice Celebration features a bonfire with s'mores, music, and hot cocoa, followed by performances from Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater, Cirque de Fuego, and culminates in fireworks.
Joyelle Nicole Johnson New Year's Eve Comedy Show
Celebrate the New Year with comedian Joyelle Nicole Johnson at Vermont Comedy Club, featuring special shows with desserts and a champagne toast.
Alex Moffat Live at Vermont Comedy Club
Renowned comedian Alex Moffat, known for his work on SNL, will perform live at the Vermont Comedy Club with multiple showtimes scheduled.
Live Comedy Show with Alex Moffat
Comedian Alex Moffat, known for his time on SNL, will perform live at the Vermont Comedy Club on January 10, 2025.
NADAV: JCOGS Overnight Event
This event hosted by Ohavi Zedek Synagogue features an overnight program for the NADAV community.
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