Changes to Northern Border hours: What local businesses have to say [Video]

Major changes will take effect on Monday at border crossings along the northern border between the United States and Canada.These changes are expected to significantly impact local businesses and residents in regions such as Northern New York and Vermont.U.S. Customs and Border Protection has announced that nearly 40 ports of entry across the nation will undergo hour adjustments. For Northern Vermont and New York, border stations, including those in Alburgh, Canaan, North Troy, and West Berkshire, will no longer operate 24/7. Instead, hours of operation will be reduced to either 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. or 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., depending on the crossing location.The shift in operating hours has raised concerns among small business owners in affected areas, particularly those who rely on cross-border traffic for their customers. Businesses in Swanton, Vermont, are worried that the new hours will negatively impact tourism and trade, especially during peak seasons.Rebecca …