#winooski river

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Short video of the eclipse, please excuse my excitement.. omg.. Venus rises as the moon closes in, look to the bottom right. Great fun, I would totally do this again. @thethirdman8 highly recommends finding the path of totality.

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North branch of the Winooski River

Montpelier, Vermont -- 5/5/10

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[♪♪ So, welcome back. "Triple D" hanging out but contempt, thought Tyrion, the universal tongue... Winooski. ...Winooski River at Pingala.]

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Morning walk along river

After yesterday’s encounter with the Great Egret, I vowed to carry my camera every jaunt. Here are a few shots from this morning, when mosquitos seem to outnumber birds. The Great Blue Heron was on patrol again. This Alder Flycatcher was singing instead of bug-catching. I probably saw these geese as youngsters earlier in the summer. These young mergansers have been cruising since the…

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Some long exposure pictures I took of the aurora last night. Mostly on Mallet’s Bay but one of them was right in Burlington by the Winooski River.

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River Street, Winooski, Vermont.

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U.S. President Joe Biden on Tuesday declared a state of emergency in Vermont, where torrential rainfall has triggered life-threatening flash floods.

The president's action frees up federal resources to supplement the state and local response efforts as well as authorizing the Federal Emergency Management Agency to coordinate all disaster relief efforts across Vermont.

Many rivers in the Green Mountain State were "expected to crest overnight at flood levels," according to a joint press release from the Vermont Department of Public Safety and the Vermont Emergency Management. As of Tuesday morning, swift water rescue teams had already performed more than 100 rescues, primarily in the towns of Londonderry, Weston, Bridgewater, Andover, Ludlow and Middlesex, according to the Vermont Emergency Management.

"Vermonters should be vigilant and aware of conditions as floodwaters rise," both agencies warned in the press release on Monday night. "If flooding approaches your home evacuate to higher ground sooner rather than later, your route could be compromised by floodwaters and leave you stranded."

Vermont's capital, Montpelier, issued an emergency health order closing downtown until 12 p.m. ET on Tuesday as the Winooski River, which runs through the city, recedes. Water levels were expected to drop between 8 a.m. and noon ET, according to Montpelier city manager William Fraser.

"This will allow officials to assess safety risks and begin clean up efforts," Fraser said in a statement via social media on Monday night. "We know that business owners will be anxious to check out their stores but we urge patience."

However, the city was forced to extend the downtown travel ban until 3 p.m. ET on Tuesday because water levels were reducing slower than initially projected. This came as the Winooski River crested in Montpelier at 21.02 feet, the highest level since 1927.

In another statement early Tuesday, the Montpelier city manager warned that the Wrightsville Dam, located at the intersection of the municipal borders of the towns of Montpelier, Middlesex and East Montpelier, "only has 6 feet of storage capacity left," which he said "could be a dangerous situation."

"If water exceeds capacity, the first spillway will release water into the North Branch River," Fraser added. "This has never happened since the dam was built so there is no precedent for potential damage. There would be a large amount of water coming into Montpelier which would drastically add to the existing flood damage. This will be particularly bad along the North Branch River corridor and into the downtown. Unfortunately, there are very few evacuation options remaining. People in at risk areas may wish to go to upper floors in their houses."

Montpelier Police Chief Eric Nordenson urged members of the public to stay out of the downtown area and off city roads on Tuesday morning, saying in a statement that first responders, rescue crews and dispatchers "are spread very thin and will need time to assess the damages."

The emergency in Vermont came as heavy rainfall drenches the northeastern United States, with flooding expected in the New England area from upstate New York to western Maine. The extreme weather began on Sunday, affecting much of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions, prompting flash flood alerts in parts of New York. The system pushed north on Monday, with the heaviest rainfall and reports of significant flash flooding occurring in Vermont.

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Sunday, August 6, 2023

Vermont’s flood-wracked capital city ponders a rebuild (AP) A beloved bookstore in Vermont’s small capital city moved across the street to a new spot farther from the Winooski River after an ice jam sent river water into the store in 1992. A nearby office supply and gift store did the same in 2011 because it liked a different space that came with a bonus: it was higher and farther from the river. But their moves to higher ground weren’t enough to save them from flooding after torrential rains in July caused what some saw as the state’s worst natural disaster since a 1927 flood that killed dozens of people and caused widespread destruction. Some communities suffered more severe flood damage this year than when Tropical Storm Irene ravaged the small, mountainous state in 2011. Now the mostly gutted shops, restaurants and businesses that lend downtown Montpelier its charm are considering where and how to rebuild in an era when extreme weather is occurring more often.

Thousands overwhelm New York’s Union Square for streamer giveaway, tossing chairs and pounding cars (AP) A crowd of thousands that packed Manhattan’s Union Square for a popular livestreamer’s hyped giveaway got out of hand Friday afternoon, with some clambering on vehicles, hurling chairs and throwing punches, leaving police struggling to rein in the chaos. Aerial TV news footage showed a surging, tightly packed crowd running through the streets, scaling structures in the park and snarling traffic. Shouting teenagers swung objects at car windows, threw paint cans and set off fire extinguishers. Some people climbed on a moving vehicle, falling off as it sped away. Others pounded on or climbed atop city buses. By 5:30 p.m., police officers in growing numbers had regained control of much of the area, but small skirmishes were still breaking out, with young people knocking over barricades and throwing bottles and even a flowerpot at officers. Officers arrested 65 people, including 30 juveniles.

Lake Titicaca drying up as heat wave turns winter upside down (Reuters) The parched shoreline and shrinking depths of Lake Titicaca are prompting growing alarm that an ago-old way of life around South America’s largest lake is slipping away as a brutal heat wave wreaks havoc on the southern hemisphere’s winter. Like many places suffering deadly consequences of climate change, the sprawling freshwater lake nestled in the Andes mountains on Bolivia’s border with Peru now features a water level approaching an all-time low. Titicaca is only 30 cm (1 foot) away from reaching its record low of 1996 due to severe drought, said Lucia Walper, an official with Bolivia’s hydrology and meteorology service. Farmers in the adjacent Huarina community are desperate for help. Historic drought in South America has also slammed neighboring Argentina’s crucial farm sector, prompting the International Monetary Fund to forecast a 2.5% economic contraction this year as a result.

Mediterranean fires offer lessons—and warnings—for Europe (Washington Post) As the Mediterranean’s summer heat waves grow fiercer, so too do its ravenous wildfires. They killed 34 people in Algeria last month. In Greece, 19,000 were forced to evacuate. Italian firefighters tackled 1,400 fires in just three days last week. In Tunisia, where temperatures soared to 120 degrees, families are picking up the pieces after scores of homes and farmlands were engulfed by flames. Responses differed in each country. Some relied on a domestic firefighting plane fleet; others called for help. Wealthier nations had more elaborate evacuation and response plans than their poorer counterparts in North Africa. For experts, though, it all pointed to a frightening new reality: Wildfires are getting too severe, too frequent and persistent, and raging over too vast an area to contain without robust prevention measures. And the risk is spreading. “Southern Europe—Spain, Portugal, Greece, Italy—they struggle with wildfire; but as global warming continues, we’re talking about wildfires in the forests of Germany, Austria, Slovenia,” said Craig Clements, director of the Wildfire Interdisciplinary Research Center at San José State University. “It’s happening here. Europe knows it’s going to happen. They’re preparing for it.”

Russia’s war with Ukraine has generated its own fog (AP) On the battlefields of Ukraine, the fog of war plagues soldiers. And far from the fighting, a related and just as disorienting miasma afflicts those who seek to understand what’s happening in the vast war. Disinformation, misinformation and absent information all cloud civilians’ understanding. Officials from each side denounce devious plots being prepared by the enemy, which never materialize. They claim victories that can’t be confirmed—and stay quiet about defeats. None of this is unique to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Any nation at war bends the truth—to boost morale on the home front, to rally support from its allies, to try to persuade its detractors to change their stance. But Europe’s largest land war in decades—and the biggest one since the dawn of the digital age—is taking place in a superheated information space. And modern communications technology, theoretically a force for improving public knowledge, tends to multiply the confusion because deceptions and falsehoods reach audiences instantly.

Earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria still need our help (Global Christian Relief) In the early morning hours of Feb. 6, 2023, residents of Turkey and northern Syria were awakened by rumbling. In Turkey alone, the magnitude 7.8 and 7.7 earthquakes killed more than 50,000 people and injured more than 100,000 others. At least 15 million people in all and 4 million buildings were affected. In Syria, nearly 8,500 were killed, including 2,000 children. More than 5 million people were left homeless, and more than half of Syria’s entire population was impacted. While those of us living in the West were briefly concerned with this tragedy, our attention has waned over the six months since. A war in Ukraine, protests across Iran, saber-rattling from North Korea, deadly heat waves across the continental United States and numerous other stories have captured our collective gaze. Yet the needs of those affected by the earthquakes remain great. In Turkey, an estimated 4 million children still require humanitarian assistance. More than 1.5 million people are still living in tents or temporary shelters, some without access to potable water. Many families are trying to survive in cramped, overcrowded conditions with as many as 20 living in a single tent, and countless children are struggling to cope with the mental anguish caused by the quake.

Pakistani police arrest former Prime Minister Imran Khan (AP) Pakistani police on Saturday arrested former Prime Minister Khan at his home in the eastern city of Lahore. It’s the second time the popular opposition leader has been detained this year. Earlier Saturday, a court convicted him in an asset concealment case, handing down a prison sentence that could see him barred from politics. The Islamabad court issued the arrest warrant after convicting Khan, with police in Lahore moving quickly to take him from his home to the Pakistani capital. It’s a fresh blow to Khan’s bid to return to power. Since his ouster from power in a no-confidence vote in the parliament in April 2022, Khan has been slapped with more than 150 legal cases, including several on charges of corruption, terrorism and inciting people to violence over deadly protests in May that saw his followers attack government and military property across the country.

Flooded rivers, trapped residents test China’s disaster response (Reuters) From coping with dangerously swollen rivers to helping residents trapped in waterlogged cities, China’s disaster-response systems are being put to the test after one of the strongest storms in years brought record rainfall that could take weeks to recede. Typhoon Doksuri battered northern China this week with extreme rain, breaking Beijing’s 140-year rainfall record and dumping volumes of rain that normally fall in a whole year in the populous province of Hebei. As the last of Doksuri’s rain drift into China’s northeastern border provinces, a region the size of Britain is grappling with the aftermath and the urgent tasks of safely discharging overflowing water from reservoirs and rescuing tens of thousands of people trapped in their homes. As of Thursday, more than 1.2 million people in Hebei had been taken to safety. The volume of rain that fell in the province exceeded the storage capacity of its large and medium-sized reservoirs by more than two-fold, state media said.

Thousands of teens to evacuate from World Scout Jamboree amid heat wave (Washington Post) Members of the American, British and Singaporean contingents attending the World Scout Jamboree in Buan, South Korea, are preparing to pack up their tents and move out, as a heat wave caused hundreds of injuries and threatened to cut short the quadrennial international event. The moves come as hot weather and humid conditions have pushed hundreds at the event to seek medical help. Close to 1,500 people received treatment for insect bites, skin rashes and heat injuries on Friday, the event organizers said. At the opening ceremony days earlier, 139 people suffered heat injuries, headaches and abdominal pain, the event’s organizers said. The World Jamboree gathers tens of thousands of teens aged 14 to 18, plus adults, from Scout associations worldwide every four years.

Fighting has plunged Sudan into a humanitarian catastrophe, senior UN officials say (AP) The conflict in Sudan has left 24 million people—half the country’s population—in need of food and other assistance, but only 2.5 million have received aid because of vicious fighting and a lack of funding, two senior U.N. officials said Friday. Eden Worsornu, director of operations for the U.N. humanitarian agency, and Ted Chaiban, deputy executive director of the U.N. children’s agency UNICEF, who just returned from Sudan, painted a dire picture of devastation and upheaval in Sudan, with no peace talks in sight. Worsornu said hotspots, such as the capital of Khartoum and the southern Kordofan and western Darfur regions, “have been shattered by relentless violence.” Nearly 4 million people have fled the fighting, facing scorching heat up to 48 degrees Celsius (118 F), and threats of attacks, sexual violence and death, she said.

Niger’s Coup Leaders Sever Ties With France, as Detained President Pleads for Help (NYT) Niger’s coup leaders on Thursday said that they had severed military ties with France, their country’s former colonial ruler, throwing into uncertainty the future of 1,500 French troops based there, in a region of West Africa plagued with coups and Islamist insurgencies. The leaders of the coup also dismissed Niger’s ambassadors to France and the United States, another military partner, as well as the ambassadors to Togo and Nigeria, an essential trade partner. In an extraordinary move, the elected president of Niger, who has been locked up in the presidential palace by his own guards for ten days, wrote an opinion column published in The Washington Post calling on the United States and other allies to help restore constitutional order. “I write this as a hostage,” President Mohamed Bazoum said in his opinion essay, published on Thursday evening. “Niger is under attack from a military junta that is trying to overthrow our democracy.” He warned that attacks from jihadist groups could increase and that Russia could expand its influence in the region if the coup leaders remain in power.

Typhoons flooded her wedding. She waded down the aisle anyway (Washington Post) It is a walk most brides never forget. But for one bride in particular, her journey down the aisle toward her future husband was particularly memorable on Sunday. It involved wading through water in a flooded church in the Philippines, as deadly typhoons unleashed heavy rainfall and wreaked havoc across the country. Footage taken inside the Barasoain Church in the city of Malolos, Bulacan province, shows Dianne Victoriano gliding down the flooded aisle, her white dress and long veil submerged in ankle-deep water. Guests surrounding her hitched up their own dresses. Some wore gum boots. Others paired flip-flops with their rolled-up trousers. Despite the venue being flooded after heavy rain swamped Bulacan province, the bride could be seen beaming as she walked through the water clutching a bouquet of pink and white roses. As some commentators on social media put it: “for wetter, for worse.”

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Waiting for totality was amazing.. So dark so beautiful for 6 or so minutes.. 6 minutes.. 3:27 pm in the afternoon.. I can't stop thinking about this.

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Apartments overlooking the Winooski River

Montpelier, Vermont -- 5/19/10

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Vermont's Waterbury: Paradise for Outdoor Enthusiasts.

Nestled in the heart of Vermont, Waterbury is a haven for those who thrive in the great outdoors. From adrenaline-pumping mountain biking trails to serene cross-country skiing routes, this picturesque town offers something for every adventurer. Let's explore the myriad of activities that make Waterbury, Vermont a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts.

Mountain Biking: Waterbury boasts a network of exhilarating mountain biking trails that wind through lush forests and rugged terrain. Riders of all skill levels can find their perfect trail, whether it's the technical challenges of Perry Hill's singletrack or the scenic beauty of the Cross Vermont Trail. With stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, every ride is an adventure waiting to be discovered.

Skiing and Snowboarding: When winter blankets the landscape in a layer of snow, Waterbury transforms into a winter wonderland for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts. Nearby resorts such as Stowe Mountain and Sugarbush offer world-class slopes and trails for all abilities. Whether you're carving down steep black diamonds or enjoying a leisurely glide through pristine powder, the thrill of the slopes is undeniable.

Hiking: Lace up your boots and explore Waterbury's extensive network of hiking trails that meander through scenic forests, past cascading waterfalls, and up to breathtaking vistas. From leisurely strolls along the Waterbury Trail to challenging ascents of Camel's Hump, there's a hike for every adventurer. Keep an eye out for local wildlife, including deer, moose, and a variety of bird species that call this area home.

Kayaking and Canoeing: With its abundance of lakes, rivers, and streams, Waterbury offers endless opportunities for kayaking and canoeing enthusiasts. Paddle along the tranquil waters of the Winooski River or explore the hidden coves of Waterbury Reservoir. Whether you're seeking a peaceful morning paddle or an adrenaline-fueled whitewater adventure, the possibilities are endless.

Fishing: Cast your line into the clear waters of Waterbury's lakes and rivers and reel in the catch of the day. Anglers will find ample opportunities to hook trout, bass, and other freshwater species in the region's pristine waters. Whether you're fly fishing along a babbling brook or trolling for trophy-sized fish on the reservoir, the tranquility of a day spent fishing is hard to beat.

Camping: Extend your outdoor adventure with a camping trip under the starlit skies of Waterbury. Choose from a variety of campgrounds and campsites, ranging from rustic tent sites to fully-equipped RV parks. Fall asleep to the soothing sounds of nature and wake up refreshed and ready for another day of exploration.

In conclusion, Vermont's Waterbury is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a wealth of activities to satisfy every adventurer's craving for excitement and natural beauty. Whether you're shredding the trails on your mountain bike, carving up the slopes on your skis, or simply soaking in the serenity of the great outdoors, Waterbury has something special to offer. So pack your gear, hit the road, and prepare to embark on the adventure of a lifetime in this outdoor playground.

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Lines are Optional (HT099) by nd dentico

The first release of 2024 from Histamine Tapes has been released.This is a follow up to last years hydration/development by nd dentico. It follows that same format of two longform drones created with prepared bass, but this time I added a layer of other recordings: junk percussion with various metal objects on a racks tom and hydrophone recordings of the winooski river. Please give it a listen…

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RESTAURANT ROUNDUP: NEW RESTAURANTS COMING TO METRO-DETROIT; DRA GREEN LANTERN PIZZA DEAL MAKES THE LIST

Posted by Crain's Detroit Business | Jay Davis | December 8, 2023

Canton gets state's second Raising Cane's- Another popular southern-based chicken chain is planting its flag in Southeast Michigan.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based Raising Cane’s is coming to Canton Township after the township board of trustees on Nov. 28 approved plans for a location at 44250 Ford Road. The chicken joint will take over a space previously occupied by TGI Fridays.

Raising Cane’s features chicken tenders, chicken sandwiches, coleslaw, Texas toast, and sweet tea by the jug. The Canton Raising Cane’s will be around 3,700 square feet, according to Township documents. The restaurant will have dine-in and drive-thru service. The space will include about 1,650-square-feet for indoor dining, and an outdoor patio area.

Raising Cane’s officials did not respond to a Crain’s request for more information.

The Canton location will be Michigan’s second, following an East Lansing location that opened in October 2022 at 301 E. Grand River Ave.

New Grand River Brewery location opens today in Clawson- A bar and restaurant with roots in mid- and West Michigan is now open in an Oakland County suburb.

Jackson-based Grand River Brewery opens today at 1 E. 14 Mile Road in Clawson. The new brewery, which also has locations in Jackson and Marshall, will operate out of the space that previously housed restaurant Pumachug. Pumachug closed in November 2022.

The space features sit-down dining on one side, with seating for 50, and a 49-seat bar in an adjoining space. Grand River Brewery will have a staff of 50 employees. Grand River Brewery will offer 15 draft beers, and five taps featuring batched cocktails. Food offered will include a Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich, burgers, woodfire pizza and steaks.

Grand River Brewery, owned by Justin Dalenberg, opened its first location in 2013 in Jackson. The Marshall location followed in 2018.

The Clawson Grand River Brewery will be open 4 p.m.-midnight daily at the outset. Additional hours will be added after the brewery opens,  company COO Bryce Davenport previously told Crain's.

New Irish pub now open in Clawson- The sister bar of a popular Rochester hangout is now open in Clawson.

Gus’ Snug opened on Dec. 4 at 38 S. Main St. in Clawson. The new Clawson spot is a venture from Dimitry Goyfman and Kevin VanDyke, the co-owners of O'Connor's Public House. The opening of Gus’ Snug is the first expansion for O'Connor's in its 19-year history. Gus’ Snug takes over a space previously occupied by Moose Winooski’s.

At 3,000 square feet, the Clawson spot at 38 S. Main St. is about half the size of O'Connor's, Goyfman said. Gus' Snug is about 3,000-square-feet, nearly half the size of Rochester's O’Connor’s. The Clawson pub has seating for 100 guests, including a 20-seat bar. Plans call for a 70-seat outdoor patio and biergarten in the rear, and a 30-seat outdoor space on Main Street.

The menu includes corned beef from Grobbel's and Fairway Packing Co. in Detroit's Eastern Market, as well as fish and chips and shepherd's pie. Gus' Snug's has nearly 20 draft beer options that include Irish favorites like Guinness, Harp and Smithwick's.

Goyfman previously told Crain’s he and VanDyke invested about $700,000 into the business and are projecting about $2 million in annual revenues.

Green Lantern Pizza expanding into Waterford-Green Lantern Pizza is set to add a new location in Oakland County.

Green Lantern in November signed a 10-year lease on a 1,400-square-foot space inside the Highland Row Shopping Center in Waterford, according to a news release. The Waterford location will serve as a carryout and delivery store.

The Waterford Green Lantern will be the company’s 12th location. A Livonia carryout and delivery store is planned, too, according to the Green Lantern website. Green Lantern currently operates seven carryout and delivery locations and sit-down restaurants and bars in Berkley, Clinton Township, and Madison Heights.

To read about the 10-year lease transaction for Green Lantern: https://dominionra.com/news.php/735538740804632576

To read this article on Crain's Detroit Business, visit https://www.crainsdetroit.com/food-drink/raising-canes-chicken-planned-canton-township

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Winter Thaw

A week and a half ago, we were walking on the river while dozens of skaters came and went as we watched. A few days later, things thawed and now the ducks are back, enjoying some early spring-like weather. Sunday, I came upon this couple tucked into the back just upstream from the house. A week earlier, this couple was foraging downtown in the main Winooski River. Mergansers are here – not sure…