Anna Guber

Burlington

News Reporter at WPTZ-TV (South Burlington, VT)

News Reporter at WNNE-TV (White River Junction, VT)

Articles

CV-Tec honors graduates entering the workforce at signing ceremony

1 week ago | mynbc5.com | Anna Guber

The CV-Tec community hosted a signing ceremony on Wednesday, to honor graduating students preparing to enter the workforce. Family, friends and faculty came together at the celebration, congratulating students for their accomplishments and wishing them good luck for their future ahead. "None of this happens by accident. It comes with hard work. It comes from failure," said Michele Friedman, director of career and technical education.
Saranac Lake Village board proposes changes to short term rental regulations

1 week ago | mynbc5.com | Anna Guber

The Village of Saranac Lake Board of Trustees is proposing several amendments to regulations around short-term rentals first introduced in 2023. The changes come as neighbors raise concern around a housing shortage in the community. Doug Haney, a business owner and resident in Saranac Lake, said as people outside the community buy up housing to use as STRs, it's raised the cost and limited the housing supply for full-time residents.
Jason Eaton, accused of shooting Palestinian students in Burlington, back in court

2 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Anna Guber

The man accused of shooting three Palestinian students in Burlington was back in court on Friday, where he claimed he was working under the orders of the government.Jason Eaton is facing three counts of attempted murder in the shooting of three Palestinian students visiting Burlington during November 2023.
Burlington Mayor speaks out following reports that wife received pay raise amid city budget cuts

2 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Anna Guber

Burlington Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak is responding to recent reports that her wife, a fellow city employee, received a salary increase just weeks before more than two dozen city positions were cut. Mulvaney-Stanak's wife, Megan Moir, is the city's Director of Water Resources. She is set to receive a $16,162 salary raise this year. That means her salary will increase from $124,681 to $140,843.
Construction put on pause in Downtown Burlington for Vermont City Marathon

2 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Anna Guber

As thousands prepare to head to Burlington for the Vermont City Marathon, construction crews are putting their work on pause and making sure the race course is ready for runners. Chapin Spencer, director of Burlington's Department of Public Works, said crews will be completely cleared off the course on Sunday, but that anyone heading to Burlington should prepare for some closed roads. "There will be no active construction during the marathon, but some intersections will be closed," Chapin said.
Burlington's mayor proposes higher investment in Howard Center's Street Outreach Team

2 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Anna Guber

Burlington Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak has proposed a significant increase in the city's investment in the Howard Center's Street Outreach Team, which helps respond to various public safety situationsdowntown. "So the city in my proposed budget is moving that dollar investment from about $80,000 — which has been stuck at [and] not increasing by any means for the last 10 to 15 years — to $249,000," Mulvaney Stanak said.
Vermont family self-deports following notice from ICE

3 weeks ago | kesq.com | Anna Guber

By Anna Guber Click here for updates on this story WINOOSKI, Vt. ( WPTZ) - A family in Winooski has chosen to self-deport from the United States, after receiving an unsettling notice from immigration enforcement. Wilmer Chavarria said his brother, sister-in-law and two nieces followed in his footsteps, moving from Nicaragua to Vermont in search of the American dream. However, that dream was cut short when his loved ones were told to leave the U.S. or be deported.
South End Get Down kicks off in Burlington

3 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Anna Guber

The start of the warmer seasons signals the kick off of a Burlington block party known as the South End Get Down. Starting May 16, every Friday from 5 to 9 p.m., the Get Down takes place in the Charcoal Collective on Pine Street. While admission is free, anyone coming out will want to bring a full wallet and an empty stomach to enjoy the dozens of food vendors available. "It’s the best, it’s like Christmas morning," said Max Orleans, a co-organizer of the event.
Winooski family self-deports following notice from ICE

3 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Anna Guber

A family in Winooski has chosen to self-deport from the United States, after receiving an unsettling notice from immigration enforcement. Wilmer Chavarria said his brother, sister-in-law and two nieces followed in his footsteps, moving from Nicaragua to Vermont in search of the American dream. However, that dream was cut short when his loved ones were told to leave the U.S. or be deported. The notice was sent to 532,000 immigrants in the CHNV Parole Program in April.
Burlington High School students reveal new mural in the Queen City

3 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Anna Guber

Burlington High School students in the Burlington City and Lake Program, brought color to the Queen City on Wednesday, as they celebrated the reveal of a mural they've been working for more than a month. Dozens of community members joined students in the alleyway connecting Church Street Marketplace to the Marketplace garage for the celebration featuring food, music and live screen printing by artists Brittany Mae, who has been guiding the students throughout the project.