Elissa Borden

Mar 3, 2025 | fox5vegas.com | Elissa Borden

(InvestigateTV) — A product designed to save a life threatens to take one instead. This plastic plug for electrical sockets can help prevent a child from being shocked, but a Vermont dad discovered his daughter choking on one he removed to plug in a vacuum cleaner. The scare not only motivated him to warn other parents about the dangers but also inspired him to invent a solution that he says could save a life. Reporter Alissa Borden takes an in-depth look at these SafteyCaps.

Nov 19, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Elissa Borden

Share RANDOLPH, Vt. (WCAX) - When you walk into this Randolph home bakery, you’re hit with the smell of butter. Though the scent is savory, the treats are nothing but sweet. “Just off the back of like a butter recipe card, a chocolate chip cookie,” says Courtney Gately with a smile. She’s the co-owner of Pembroke Bakery , and she’s been baking since she was just a little cookie herself. “It’s just been something that I’ve done as a labor of love. Almost like a joy in physical manifestation...

Oct 21, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Elissa Borden

ShareRIPTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Balsam fir and fresh air -- crisp mornings in Ripton set the perfect scene for Priya Narasimhan to create her hair, skin, and body care products. “Every single product I use on my body is something I make,” said Narasimhan, who owns Priya Means Love. While it actually does mean love in Sanskrit, it wasn’t a love of personal products that prompted this business. “About 20 years ago, I got quite sick. So, I have ME/CFS which is a lot like long COVID,” Narasimhan said.

Sep 23, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Elissa Borden

ShareCRAFTSBURY, Vt. (WCAX) - Changing leaves and ice-cold apple cider are sure signs of fall in Vermont. But, on this Craftsbury farm, hard cider is always in season. “A blend of apples and pears, and this is for my pear cider that I make,” said Cedar Hannan, making a batch of cider. Hannan owns Wildbranch Cider , a 15-year hobby-turned-business. In 2019, Hannan ordered 120 apple trees in anticipation of starting up a retirement cider operation.

Aug 19, 2024 | wcax.com | Elissa Borden

READSBORO, Vt. (WCAX) - On a sunshiny day, Sienna Martz takes to the great outdoors, soaking in the sights and sounds of southern Vermont. The world around her serves as an inspiration for her abstract fiber art and sculptures. "I'm really drawn to the natural world, and how organic forms build and create these abstract shapes based on their environments," says the artist.