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Stuck in Vermont: Revisiting Plainfield, Two Years After a Devastating Flood
Episode 771: In Plainfield, the owners of 28 properties are awaiting FEMA buyouts, and one group of locals plans to build on higher ground.
‘Planet Hank’ Sues AG Clark Over AI Video Investigation
Citizen-journalist Hank Poitras argues that his First Amendment rights are under attack as a result of Vermont’s new AI political ad law.
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The Cartoon Issue Is One for the History Books
Vermont punches above its weight in all sorts of things. But there’s one unexpected arena in which the state shines bright: cartooning.
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The Long Road Taken to Open Burlington’s Champlain Parkway
Over the course of 61 years, the parkway has been reimagined and redesigned; rerouted; and delayed by environmental studies, lawsuits and shifting priorities.
An Illustrated Guide to Burlington’s Champlain Parkway
Cartoonist Glynnis Fawkes lives in the South End, where new roads and paths have changed the way we travel around the city. Get a look at…
Catching Up With Vermont Cartoonist Laureate Stephen R. Bissette
The iconic artist talks about his career, the rebirth of a passion project and why he almost turned down the state’s most prestigious cartooning honor.
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A Staples Employee — and Illustrator — Keeps His Sketchbook Nearby
Bill Lutz is a staple at the Burlington Staples store. When he has some down time at work, he picks up his pens and draws.
Access to Evolving Estrogen Therapy Remains Uneven in Vermont
Hormone therapy was once pushed to the margins, but guidelines have shifted. Now, in-demand products such as patches can be tough for women to obtain.
From the Publisher: Watching With the World
Seven Days publisher Paula Routly has Soccer Fever. As she watches the FIFA World Cup during America’s 250th year, she reflects on patriotism and connection.
Vermonter Pardoned for January 6 Crimes Has Died by Suicide
Nicholas Languerand spent three years in federal prison for his role in the insurrection.
Sanders Joins Calls for Graham Platner to End Senate Bid Amid New Allegations
Platner, an oyster farmer running in his first political campaign, was accused this week of raping a woman in 2021.
Burlington Considers 15 Applicants for Police Chief
A committee of 12 people will choose the next Burlington police chief from a pool of 15 candidates.
Ways and Means
As Political Discourse Craters, ‘The Vermont Way’ Largely Persists
This final installment in our “Ways & Means” series considers whether the Vermont legislature’s tradition of civility and compromise can endure.
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What’s the Story Behind ‘The Boy With the Leaking Boot’?
Wallingford has long been home to an unusual statue and town mascot. Here’s the history behind it and how it has become a symbol of resilience.
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Italian Americans Have Been Farming in Colchester for a Century
A new historic marker recognizes the impact of Italian immigrants who settled there in the early 1900s. Here’s how four families created a Colchester cornucopia.
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Is the Lake Monster Champ the Muse of Rock ‘n’ Roll?
Cryptozoologists unveil exciting new evidence linking Lake Champlain’s storied serpent to a musical phenomenon. Warning: Fact-checkers cannot verify their claims.
On the Beat: Noah Kahan Isn’t Taking Any More Crap
Following an incident in Philadelphia, the Strafford pop star made Busyheads at a show in Toronto swear not to poop their pants.
Album Review: Bo Malcolm, ‘Life of Passion’
The Burlington singer-songwriter shows off his troubadour credentials on a debut LP. Each lyric is a story within a story — a Russian nesting doll of Americana.
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Sampling Three Summer Streaming Options: ‘From,’ ‘Human Vapor,’ ‘The Sheep Detectives’
Our critic watched an under-the-radar yet weirdly addictive horror series, a twisty Asian import with cinematic action, and a new family classic.
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Nest: A Summer 2026 Guide to Vermont Homes & Real Estate
From DIY interior design to hiring a contractor, planting trees to paring your possessions, read all about it in the latest issue of Nest.
Nest • Summer 2026
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The 2026 Good Citizen Challenge Makes Learning Civics Fun
Attention teachers and caregivers: Kids in grades K-8 can learn about civics and win prizes by completing fun activities this summer
Kids VT Summer Fun • 2026
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