A report released Thursday by Vermont's Roman Catholic Church found there were "credible and substantiated" allegations of the sexual abuse of minors against 40 priests in the state between 1950 and … more

Editor's note: The following is the last in a four-part series.By Tyler ReschBanner correspondentNow that construction has begun for the Putnam Block redevelopment project, it seems important to … more

MANCHESTER — Three men facing felony kidnapping charges related to an alleged burglary of a Manchester apartment have been placed on home detention in advance of possible trials, court records … more

Editor's note: The following is the third in a four-part series.By Tyler ReschBanner correspondentNow that construction has begun for the Putnam Block redevelopment project, it seems important to … more

SHAFTSBURY — The Select Board has set a municipal tax rate of .4256 per $100, in an about-2.5 cent increase from fiscal 2019.The board made the decision at its regular meeting Monday night.The … more

Staff ReportBENNINGTON — Bringing You Vermont on Main Street in Bennington was the recipient of one of four pianos decorated by artists with the Vermont Arts Exchange and played in a … more

Editor's note: The following is the second in a four-part series. Part 3 will appear in tomorrow's Banner.By Tyler ReschBanner correspondentNow that construction has begun for the Putnam Block … more

BENNINGTON — With the start of the school year almost here, it's time to stock up on supplies.Children will have access to free backpacks filled with school supplies at a backpack giveaway this … more

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A former Environmental Protection Agency official has set her sights against the "plastics trifecta" by starting a national initiative to end plastics pollution in oceans, … more

BRATTLEBORO — Berkshire Bank is being accused of "defrauding" a group of Hermitage Club members who invested in a six-person, bubble chairlift at the now-shuttered private ski resort at … more