Harold Peter DeGraaf, 67, Panton native
COLCHESTER — Harold Peter DeGraaf passed away in the early morning hours of June 16, 2026, at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, Vt. After yea...
Jun 19, 2026Open source
Vermont Local News
Colchester, VT news and local guide
Scan headlines near Colchester with source links, statewide coverage, weather, ZIP codes, nearby cities, and local discovery links in one clean NewsSpoiler page.
Regional News
Colchester news by local reach
Stories are organized from closest to broadest: city, county, and state.
City
News in Colchester
Stories tagged directly to Colchester, VT.
Michael John Pratt, 55, MUHS graduate
COLCHESTER — Michael John Pratt passed away at his home in Colchester, Vt., that he shared with long-time girlfriend Suzanne LaDuc. He was born in Burlingt...
Jun 5, 2026Open source
Daniel Wallace Bachand, 68, of Vergennes
VERGENNES — Daniel Wallace Bachand, known as Danny, passed away peacefully at McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, Vt., surrounded by loving family...
Jun 5, 2026Open source
One Vermont school's plan to survive? A bachelor's in emergency services
Saint Michael's College in Colchester, Vt., is offering deep tuition discounts and launching a new program in emergency services to train EMTs and firefighters.
May 15, 2026Open source
TRAFFIC ALERT: West Lake Shore Dr. in Colchester down to one lane after car into utility pole
COLCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) - Police say West Lake Shore Drive in the area of Thayer Beach Rd in Colchester is down to one lane Sunday night as emergency crews an...
May 11, 2026Open source
Veteran Vermont Public leader Brendan Kinney named CEO at VTDigger
Vermont Public Chief Operating Officer Brendan Kinney has been hired as the new CEO of VTDigger’s parent organization.
May 6, 2026Open source
Weeding 101: Remove some in the sun and some after rain
Pick perennial weeds after a rain and remove annual ones when the weather is sunny and dry.
May 3, 2026Open source
County
Chittenden County news
Nearby county coverage from communities around Colchester.
Walsh looks to defend Amateur title
Burlington Country Club’s Michael Walsh had been knocking on the door of a Vermont Amateur championship for years.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Body found after man goes missing while swimming in Vermont river
Police found a body in a search of the Lamoille River in Fairfax after a man went missing while swimming with a child on Thursday.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Vermont Air National Guard F-35 flyover to honor America’s 250th anniversary
SOUTH BURLINGTON — The Vermont Air National Guard plans to conduct an F-35 flyover on July 4, 2026, in celebration of Independence Day and the 250th annive...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Eleanor Mary Russell, 90, of Shelburne
SHELBURNE — Eleanor Mary Russell, 90, of Shelburne, Vt., passed away peacefully June 17, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Jul 1, 2026Open source
Foresters adapt as insects become driving force in tree mortality
BURLINGTON — Across Northeastern forests, natural causes now account for more tree deaths than harvesting, including in Vermont, according to a recent stud...
Jul 1, 2026Open source
State
Vermont news
Statewide coverage connected to Vermont.
Vermont, other states, sue Trump Administration over Medicaid work requirement rules
Vermont is among 23 states suing the Trump Administration over new Medicaid work requirements.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Vermont opposes U.S. Postal Service proposed rule on mail-in ballots
Vermont, along with 23 other states, is asking the U.S. Postal Service to withdraw a proposed rule they claim will undermine democracy and restrict mail-in v...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
District tournament on tap for RCLL
The calendar has turned to July, meaning Vermont Little League district tournaments are right around the corner.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
CNY COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Hoop star Gregory Gonyea named NAC's Man of the Year
Vermont State University-Lyndon graduate student Gregory Gonyea Jr. (Dolgeville), an academic award winner and four-year starter for the men
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Community Forum: Don’t wait till later to talk about school funding
“Vermont voters and taxpayers will have the final say, and they don’t have enough information yet to make that decision.”
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Vermont Folklife welcomes apprenticeship applications and auditions for the Touring Group
Apply for a Vermont Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program grant or the Young Tradition Touring Group.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Author details small-town life for Jews in old Vermont
Discover the forgotten history of Jewish peddlers, merchants, and junk dealers in rural Vermont. Professor Peggy Nelson’s upcoming book explores their uniq...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
‘Back to our roots’ Center Shaftsbury cemetery tour brings Revolutionary patriots to life
SHAFTSBURY — It is a warm and humid day in Southern Vermont, and the rise of the humidity from the lawn of the Center Shaftsbury Cemetery can be both felt
Jul 2, 2026Open source
America 250: Hundreds Of Revolutionary War Patriots Laid To Rest In Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom
NORTHEAST KINGDOM — Gravesites of Revolutionary War veterans can be found throughout the towns of northern Vermont, many accounted for in cemeteries throug...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Southern Vermont AHEC MedQuest Program at SVMC Still Has Openings
BENNINGTON — High school students interested in healthcare still have time to secure a spot in one of Vermont’s most exciting summer healthcare explorati...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Commentary | Eric Peterson: Time is running out for Vermont
The Vermont Chamber has said it, in startlingly emphatic, hey wake-up because it is frightening close to too bloody late challenge, that if listened to, and...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Wheelock Awards Contracts For FEMA-Funded Embankment Repairs, Refinances Grader Loan
WHEELOCK — The Wheelock Select Board on Tuesday awarded contracts for two FEMA-funded road embankment repair projects and approved refinancing the town’s...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
New President Takes Over At Vermont State University
Sherry Kollmann officially took office Tuesday as president of Vermont State University, assuming leadership of the state’s public university after being s...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Highlights: Grants available for Vermont filmmakers
Discover how a new grant program in Vermont is supporting local filmmakers and documenting the economic impact of small film productions.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Art Notes: Corinth author Sasha Hom wins award for novella ‘Sidework’
'Sidework' by Sasha Hom, a novella exploring the time warp of food service, earned the Vermont Book Award for fiction. Read more here.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Six Democrats battle for 3 Senate seats in Windsor County
Windsor County's Democratic Senate candidates discuss housing, education, healthcare, and energy in a recent forum ahead of the Vermont primary election.
Jul 1, 2026Open source
Garvey family files civil rights lawsuit against Vermont State Police after fatal shooting
PUTNEY — The family of Scott Garvey has filed a civil rights lawsuit following an official investigation that found State Police Trooper Peter Romeo justif...
Jul 1, 2026Open source
In review: Scott vetoes healthcare reform bill, Vermont's rural pharmacies face systemic challenges
Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.
Jun 29, 2026Open source
City Guide
Explore Colchester
News, maps, weather, travel, restaurants, attractions, and nearby places.
Location
Colchester is in Chittenden County, Vermont.
Region: Vermont
ZIP Codes
05439, 05446, 05449
NewsSpoiler API
NewsSpoiler connects local pages with structured news discovery through https://api.newsspoiler.com.
Walsh looks to defend Amateur title
Burlington Country Club’s Michael Walsh had been knocking on the door of a Vermont Amateur championship for years.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Vermont, other states, sue Trump Administration over Medicaid work requirement rules
Vermont is among 23 states suing the Trump Administration over new Medicaid work requirements.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Vermont opposes U.S. Postal Service proposed rule on mail-in ballots
Vermont, along with 23 other states, is asking the U.S. Postal Service to withdraw a proposed rule they claim will undermine democracy and restrict mail-in v...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Body found after man goes missing while swimming in Vermont river
Police found a body in a search of the Lamoille River in Fairfax after a man went missing while swimming with a child on Thursday.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
CNY COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Hoop star Gregory Gonyea named NAC's Man of the Year
Vermont State University-Lyndon graduate student Gregory Gonyea Jr. (Dolgeville), an academic award winner and four-year starter for the men
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Community Forum: Don’t wait till later to talk about school funding
“Vermont voters and taxpayers will have the final say, and they don’t have enough information yet to make that decision.”
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Vermont Folklife welcomes apprenticeship applications and auditions for the Touring Group
Apply for a Vermont Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program grant or the Young Tradition Touring Group.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Author details small-town life for Jews in old Vermont
Discover the forgotten history of Jewish peddlers, merchants, and junk dealers in rural Vermont. Professor Peggy Nelson’s upcoming book explores their uniq...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
‘Back to our roots’ Center Shaftsbury cemetery tour brings Revolutionary patriots to life
SHAFTSBURY — It is a warm and humid day in Southern Vermont, and the rise of the humidity from the lawn of the Center Shaftsbury Cemetery can be both felt
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Coordinates
44.5489000, -73.1862000
Local Time
7:48 AM America/New_York
County
Chittenden County
Weather near Colchester
Local weather data is temporarily unavailable.
Hotels
Find hotel options near Colchester for visits, events, and local travel.
Restaurants
Compare dining options, reservations, delivery, and nearby local food stops around Colchester.
Attractions
Explore parks, museums, landmarks, and things to do around Colchester.
Nearby Places
Nearby cities and regional coverage
Use nearby links to move through the same state and county structure.
More about Colchester local news
NewsSpoiler organizes Colchester coverage with local headlines, state stories, source links, maps, weather, ZIP codes, nearby cities, travel links, restaurants, and attractions so readers can move naturally through nearby local coverage.
