Eric Blaisdell

Reporter at Times Argus

Reporter for The Times Argus, a daily newspaper in Central #Vt. Thoughts are my own

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Arrest warrant issued for Barre woman facing burglary charges

1 week ago | timesargus.com | Eric Blaisdell

BARRE — An arrest warrant has been issued for a Granite City woman facing burglary charges. Jessica Lynn Partlow, 42, failed to appear for her arraignment Thursday in Washington County criminal court in Barre on two felony counts of burglary. If convicted, Partlow could face a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison. Bail on the warrant is set at $1,000. Sgt. Jonathan Houle, of the Barre City police, said in his affidavit for one of the charges a burglary was reported April 15 on South Main Street.
Barre City Police Log: Police cruiser, sculptures vandalized

1 week ago | timesargus.com | Eric Blaisdell

The following is a sampling of calls to Barre City police in recent days:May 19A woman was knocking on doors at an apartment building on Cliff Street. Trespassing was reported on North Main Street. Drug activity was reported on Berlin Street. People were sleeping in the gazebo in City Hall Park. An assault was reported on North Main Street. Drug activity was reported on Highgate Drive. A cellphone was lost on North Main Street. May 20A police cruiser was vandalized on West Street.
Scott: There is path forward for education funding reform this session

1 week ago | timesargus.com | Eric Blaisdell

MONTPELIER — As lawmakers hash out the details, Gov. Phil Scott says he sees a path forward for education spending reform this session. At his weekly news conference held Thursday, the Republican governor said around this time a year ago, the Legislature passed an education spending bill over his veto that significantly increased property taxes. Scott said since then, he’s been clear that the state can’t keep doing what it’s doing and expecting a different result.
Plainfield officials respond to state's latest plan for Route 2/Main Street intersection fix

1 week ago | timesargus.com | Eric Blaisdell

PLAINFIELD — Local officials say they’ll take pretty much any help they can get to improve safety at the intersection of Route 2 and Main Street, and the sooner the better. At its regular meeting, held Tuesday night rather than Monday because of the Memorial Day holiday, the select board discussed a proposal from the state to address issues at the intersection known for its poor sight lines and a steep slope down into the lower village.
Police: East Montpelier woman drove under the influence for a third time, resisted arrest

1 week ago | timesargus.com | Eric Blaisdell

BARRE — An East Montpelier woman is accused of driving under the influence for a third time and running from police. Anna E. Martin, 41, pleaded not guilty Thursday in Washington County criminal court in Barre to felony counts of driving under the influence for the third time, speeding over the legal limit for the third time and negligent operation while eluding law enforcement, as well as misdemeanor counts of negligent operation and resisting arrest.
Northfield residents told to 'remember the fallen' at Memorial Day commemoration

1 week ago | timesargus.com | Eric Blaisdell

NORTHFIELD – Those in attendance for American Legion Post 63's Memorial Day commemoration were told to “honor the fallen” and to cherish the freedom we all enjoy because of their sacrifice. The weather cooperated and around 100 people were in attendance for Monday's event. Michael Krause, the Legion's adjutant, started the commemoration by recalling a moment before the Battle of the Bulge in World War II. He said Gen. George S.
Police: Montpelier man sexually assaulted girl

2 weeks ago | timesargus.com | Eric Blaisdell

BARRE — A Montpelier man is accused of sexually assaulting a girl. Ryan David Berte, 35, pleaded not guilty Thursday in Washington County criminal court in Barre to a felony count of aggravated repeated sexual assault on a child, a felony count of sexual assault, a felony count of lewd and lascivious conduct with a child and a misdemeanor count of violating conditions of release. If convicted, Berte faces a maximum sentence of life in prison on the sexual assault charges.
Montpelier Police Log: Wallets lost and found; tree in roadway

2 weeks ago | timesargus.com | Eric Blaisdell

The following is a sampling of calls to Montpelier police in recent days:Drug activity was reported on Dog River Road. A cellphone was found on State Street. On Barre Street, a dog was left in a car. An iPhone was lost on Ewing Street. A suspicious person was reported on Stone Cutters Way. On Langdon Street, a debit card was found. Items were stolen from a building on College Street. Items were stolen from a vehicle on Ridge Street. Property was lost downtown.
Northfield physical education teacher receives award for decades of service

2 weeks ago | timesargus.com | Eric Blaisdell

NORTHFIELD — A long-serving physical education teacher has been recognized and awarded for his decades of service to the community. A surprise assembly was held Wednesday at the track at Northfield Elementary School. Students from all grades were in attendance to honor and celebrate physical education teacher Mike Gonneville, as he was named a Grand Prize Finalist for the 2024-25 LifeChanger of the Year Program. Gonneville led a parade of children up the path to the track as music played.
Barre Town EMS members recognized during National EMS Week

2 weeks ago | timesargus.com | Eric Blaisdell

BARRE TOWN — Members of the town's ambulance service have been recognized for going above and beyond as part of National EMS Week. At its regular meeting Tuesday night, the select board heard from David Danforth, the town's emergency medical services director, who said as part of this week of recognition, the state gives out awards to providers who have been nominated. And he said Vermont EMS District 6, which the town is a part of, also hands out awards this time of year.