Homicide investigation leads to gun charges
An investigation into a recent suspected homicide case in Orange County has led to federal gun charges against a three-time convicted felon from Bradford, officials said. James D. Nickles Jr., 42, is facing federal charges for possessing a shotgun and handgun this week while being a convicted felon, Vermont State Police said.
Oil spill didn’t affect village water supply
WELLS RIVER—A fuel oil spill in the Baldwin Block at 31 Main Street in early January continues to be monitored by Wells River Village’s water department as well as state officials, but, so far, it does not appear to be impacting the public water supply.
Ambulance costs set to rise
PIERMONT—An eight-year-old arrangement to supplement ambulance services in the lakes region of Piermont could be on the chopping block at town meeting next month.
After 50 years, Piermont business closes doors
PIERMONT—One of Piermont’s longest-standing businesses has closed. Piermont Plant Pantry shut its doors last month after founder and owner Abby Metcalf died on Jan. 4. The business had celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024.
Photo of the Week
A male cardinal finds a perch above the snow in Orford last week. The New Hampshire Backyard Winter Bird Survey was on Feb. 8-9.