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Arrested: Suspect sets fire outside Bernie Sanders’ Vermont office

Burlington, Vermont – A suspect has been arrested for allegedly setting fire outside Senator Bernie Sanders’ Vermont office. The incident, which occurred recently, has raised concerns about the safety and security of political offices in the area. Authorities acted swiftly to apprehend the suspect in connection with the arson at Senator Sanders’ office. The motive behind the act remains unclear, leading to speculation and uncertainty in the community. Senator Sanders, a prominent political figure, has …

Washington State Woman Charged in Deadly Shootout With Border Patrol During Vermont Traffic Stop

Coventry, VT — A Washington state woman has been charged with multiple weapons offenses following the fatal shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent during a traffic stop in Coventry, Vermont, authorities reported. The incident, which also resulted in the death of the woman’s German companion, occurred after law enforcement had been monitoring the pair for several days. The woman identified as Teresa Youngblut, 21, engaged in a gunfight with Border Patrol agents during the …

Tragedy at the Border: U.S. Patrol Agent Killed in Vermont Incident Spurs Political Reactions and Calls for Enhanced Security

Coventry, VT — The northeastern state of Vermont is mourning the loss of U.S. Border Patrol Agent David “Chris” Maland, 44, who was fatally shot in the line of duty, an incident that has sparked a broader debate over border security. The tragedy unfolded on Monday in Coventry, a small town that lies within the Swanton Sector of the U.S. border with Canada. The sector also spans across parts of New York and includes all …

Family Tragedy Unfolds: Son Arrested in Connection with Fatal Shootings of Father, Stepmother, and Stepbrother in Vermont

Pawlet, VT – A shocking series of events unfolded in a Vermont home last Sunday, resulting in the deaths of a state official, his wife, and her 13-year-old son. The suspect, identified as the son and stepson of the victims, now faces multiple charges. Early on September 15, Vermont State Police were alerted to a suspicious individual nearby, leading to the grim discovery of three bodies in a Pawlet residence, initially sparking a complex investigation. …

Tragedy Strikes Vermont Town: Local Official and Family Fatally Shot, Son Arrested on Multiple Murder Charges

Pawlet, VT — A tragic incident unfolded in the small town of Pawlet, Vermont, where three family members were found deceased in their home last weekend. The victims, identified by Vermont State Police as 46-year-old Brian Crossman Sr., his 41-year-old wife Erica Pawlusiak Crossman, and her 13-year-old son Colin Taft, succumbed to multiple gunshot wounds. The suspect, Brian Crossman Jr., the 23-year-old son of Brian Sr., has been arrested and faces charges of aggravated murder. …

Tragic Loss Shakes Vermont Community: Prominent Selectboard Member and Family Found Slain in Pawlet Home

PAWLET, Vt. — A tragic incident in the small town of Pawlet has left the local community in mourning after three family members were found dead in their home. Officials identified the victims as Brian Crossman Sr., his wife, Erica Pawlusiak Crossman, and their 13-year-old son, Colin Taft. The Vermont State Police disclosed that the trio suffered multiple gunshot wounds, leading authorities to rule the deaths as homicides. The Chief Medical Examiner’s Office conducted the …

Mystery in Pawlet: Vermont State Police Probe Triple Homicide on Route 133

PAWLET, Vt. — Vermont State Police are currently investigating the deaths of three individuals found late Sunday at a home located on Vermont Route 133 in Pawlet, marking a chilling event for the small Rutland County community. Authorities are treating the deaths as suspicious, pending further investigation. The discovery was made after troopers were alerted early in the morning about a suspicious person seen in the vicinity. This initial report led them to the residence …

Multiple Victims Found Deceased in Pawlet Home, Vermont State Police Say No Threat to Community

PAWLET, Vt. — Vermont State Police are currently probing multiple untimely deaths in Pawlet, following a call about a suspicious individual early Sunday that led them to a home along Vermont Route 133. Upon arrival, authorities discovered several bodies inside the residence. The case, still in its initial stages, involves various units from the Vermont State Police including the Major Crime Unit, Bureau of Criminal Investigations, and the Crime Scene Search Team. Additionally, the Field …

Income Limit Jeopardizes Health Care for Low-Income Seniors in Vermont

JEFFERSONVILLE, Vt. — When Jamie and Linda Draper turned 65, they were hit with thousands of dollars in health care costs due to a state policy that reduces subsidies for older Vermonters living in near poverty. The couple, surviving on an annual income of about $28,000, found themselves ineligible for the full benefits of Vermont’s Medicaid program, unlike most low-income residents, once they turned 65. Chief of the Vermont Office of the Health Care Advocate, …

Healthcare Roundtable with Sen. Bernie Sanders Addresses Rising Costs in Vermont, Calls for Action

Burlington, Vermont – Senator Bernie Sanders recently led a roundtable discussion with healthcare stakeholders in Vermont to address the escalating costs of healthcare in the state. This meeting follows proposals by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont and MVP Health Care to increase premiums by 9-19% in 2025, pending approval by the Green Mountain Care Board. During the impassioned roundtable at the Burlington Federal Building, concerns were raised about the factors driving up healthcare costs, …