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Young Vermonters train to be ninja warriors

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1 year ago

December 30, 2024

Young Vermonters train to be ninja warriors

ESSEX, Vt. (WCAX) – Kids are chalking up their hands and jumping through obstacles.

“I just like, started doing stuff on a slackline in my backyard. I don’t know, I just kind of fell into it. It has just been like really fun training with everyone here. Like trying new things, and trying some dumb stuff is really fun too,” said Ninja Warrior student Olivia Dolloff.

For the past three years, Dolloff has been training at the Vermont Ninja Warrior Training Center in Essex.

She is one of the hundreds competing in the center’s first World Ninja League Competition.

“I feel like when I am initially going, I kind of just zone out. I try to just get in this feeling where I am just trying to get to the next obstacle. Don’t look behind, look ahead of what you’re doing,” Dolloff said.

Officials say the event is like the show, American Ninja Warrior. Athletes from all over New England and Canada come to play in the World Ninja League Competitions. Kids are climbing walls and flying from hoop to hoop. According to parents, this is a big deal for their kids as ninja is now a growing sport.

“Even though you are competing against each other, you are cheering each other on. So you are going to see a lot of excitement from teammates cheering other teammates on. We even cheer for people who aren’t even on our team,” said team member of Vermont Ninja Warrior Training Center and parent Meghan Orisko.

Ages six through young adults can compete.

Ninja Warrior Coach Rose Lord, who helped others through the course, said she hopes to see more players participating in the games.

“Because I feel like a lot of people watch the show American Ninja Warrior. Maybe I would have been like, oh I can do that. Or, oh I want to try that. But they don’t know that they actually can. Like that, there are gyms where you can actually train. Take classes, come in for open gyms,” Lord said.

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Arlington Common, Albert Construction recognized by Preservation Trust of Vermont

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June 26, 2026

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Arlington Common, Albert Construction recognized by Preservation Trust of Vermont

ARLINGTON — The Preservation Trust of Vermont has officially presented The Arlington Common and Nick Albert of Albert Construction with a 2026 Preservation Award at the annual Downtown and Historic Preservation Conference.

The Preservation Awards recognize outstanding contributions to the preservation and revitalization of Vermont’s historic buildings and community spaces. The Arlington Common was selected for its “exceptional impact on community gathering and historic stewardship.”

The success of The Arlington Common relies heavily on the dedication of local partners who brought the vision to life. Among the key honorees was Albert Construction, led by Nick Albert, whose exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to historic integrity were vital to the project’s completion.

“Preserving historic structures requires more than just standard construction; it demands a deep respect for original materials, architecture, and community legacy,” said Don Trachte, Head of the Buildings and Grounds Committee and Arlington Common Board Member. “Nick Albert and the team at Albert Construction went above and beyond to ensure that every detail honored the past while engineering a space that will serve Arlington for generations to come.”

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VT Lottery Gimme 5, Pick 3 results for June 25, 2026

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17 hours ago

June 26, 2026

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Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win

Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.

Just the FAQs, USA TODAY

The Vermont Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big.

Those who want to play can enter the MegaBucks and Lucky for Life games as well as the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. Vermont also partners with New Hampshire and Maine for the Tri-State Lottery, which includes the Mega Bucks, Gimme 5 as well as the Pick 3 and Pick 4.

Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule.

Here’s a look at June 25, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Gimme 5 numbers from June 25 drawing

13-14-18-21-22

Check Gimme 5 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 3 numbers from June 25 drawing

Day: 2-1-4

Evening: 0-7-1

Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 4 numbers from June 25 drawing

Day: 5-4-4-9

Evening: 5-5-1-1

Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from June 25 drawing

03-13-14-34-45, Bonus: 01

Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

For Vermont Lottery prizes up to $499, winners can claim their prize at any authorized Vermont Lottery retailer or at the Vermont Lottery Headquarters by presenting the signed winning ticket for validation. Prizes between $500 and $5,000 can be claimed at any M&T Bank location in Vermont during the Vermont Lottery Office’s business hours, which are 8a.m.-4p.m. Monday through Friday, except state holidays.

For prizes over $5,000, claims must be made in person at the Vermont Lottery headquarters. In addition to signing your ticket, you will need to bring a government-issued photo ID, and a completed claim form.

All prize claims must be submitted within one year of the drawing date. For more information on prize claims or to download a Vermont Lottery Claim Form, visit the Vermont Lottery’s FAQ page or contact their customer service line at (802) 479-5686.

Vermont Lottery Headquarters

1311 US Route 302, Suite 100

Barre, VT

05641

When are the Vermont Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Gimme 5: 6:55 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Lucky for Life: 10:38 p.m. daily.
Pick 3 Day: 1:10 p.m. daily.
Pick 4 Day: 1:10 p.m. daily.
Pick 3 Evening: 6:55 p.m. daily.
Pick 4 Evening: 6:55 p.m. daily.
Megabucks: 7:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily

What is Vermont Lottery Second Chance?

Vermont’s 2nd Chance lottery lets players enter eligible non-winning instant scratch tickets into a drawing to win cash and/or other prizes. Players must register through the state’s official Lottery website or app. The drawings are held quarterly or are part of an additional promotion, and are done at Pollard Banknote Limited in Winnipeg, MB, Canada.

This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Vermont editor. You can send feedback using this form.

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Record-setting CVU runner named Vermont’s top girls track and field athlete by Gatorade

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June 25, 2026

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Record-setting CVU runner named Vermont’s top girls track and field athlete by Gatorade

Champlain Valley senior Zoey McNabb has been named the Vermont high school girls track and field athlete for the 2026 season, Gatorade announced Thursday, June 25.

The Gatorade award recognizes athletes for their on-field success, high academic achievement and exemplary character.

In her first year as a competitive runner, the 5-foot-7 McNabb broke long-held state records in the 1500- and 3000-meter races this past spring with times of 4 minutes, 28.59 seconds and 9:24.58, respectively. At the Division I state meet, she swept both events to help the Redhawks claim a team championship three-peat.

Her 3,000 time ranked fourth nationally; her 1,500 performance was good for 12th. At the New England championship meet, McNabb took second in the 3,200 and third in the 1,600. She also ran in five events at New Balance Nationals, where she set the state record in the two mile.

An all-state basketball player for CVU, she has volunteered locally at the Green Mountain Montessori School in Essex in addition to donating her time as a youth basketball coach, according to the news release.

“Zoey was fearless this spring, attacking decades-old records and destroying them,” BFA-St. Albans coach Mike Mashtare said in a statement. “What made her special was how effortless she made it look with her smooth stride and relaxed running style.”

McNabb has maintained an unweighted 4.27 GPA in the classroom. She has signed a written letter of athletic aid to compete on scholarship at the University of Vermont this fall.

As part of Gatorade’s commitment to breaking down barriers in sport, every player of the year also receives a grant to donate to a social impact partner.

To learn more about the Gatorade Player of the Year program, visit playeroftheyear.gatorade.com.

Contact Alex Abrami at aabrami@freepressmedia.com. Follow him on X, formerly known as Twitter: @aabrami5.

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