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Questions Raised Over Local and State Police Actions at ICE Raid
ICE was roundly criticized for its conduct in South Burlington this week. Some are also questioning what Burlington and state police did on the scene.
City Market Lays Off 12 Employees as Financial Losses Mount
The member-owned co-op lost $1.2 million in fiscal year 2025 and has been in the red for eight consecutive years.
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From Goshen to Erewhon, Republic of Vermont Sells ‘Vermont’
Annina Seiler and Ethan West have built their business from a small maple and honey farm into a “lifestyle brand” that reaches all 50 states with syrup and more.
Press Forward Vermont Advances Effort to Strengthen Local News
A national philanthropic effort launched locally as Press Forward Vermont and led by the Vermont Community Foundation aims to strengthen newsroom sustainability.
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Man Sought by ICE Wasn’t in Besieged South Burlington Home
Federal agents were seeking a Mexican man who had previously been deported when they clashed with protesters outside a house. That man, it turned out, was…
Chaos Breaks Out at Scene of ICE Arrests in South Burlington
Federal agents surrounded a home in which a man they sought had allegedly taken cover after fleeing a car crash. People responded to protect the man.
School Leaders Say Education Is Becoming Politicized
The dynamic has led to an erosion of trust between those in the field and the agency tasked with overseeing them, making it difficult for them…
Contentious Burlington Election Season Signals Deepening Divide
Activists threw mud at the family of Democratic council candidate Ryan Nick, who lost to Progressive Marek Broderick. The race laid bare the continuing Democrats-versus-Progressives split.
BirdieBlue Saves Ski and Snowboard Clothing From the Landfill
The Vermont brand, founded by Kate Harvey of Stowe, partners with Burton and other retailers to source upcycled materials for its in-demand accessories.
‘Defend the Guard’ Bill Gets Shot Down
The Defend the Guard Act would require Vermont’s governor to sign off before any of its National Guard members could be called up for federal military…
Amanda Janoo Announces Bid for Vermont Governor
She is the first Democrat to step forward to challenge Gov. Phil Scott this year.
Beta Technologies Chosen for Next-Gen Aircraft Tests
Beta will participate in testing around the U.S. that is meant to speed up aviation innovations. In Vermont, medical-related flights are anticipated.
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2025 Vermont Book Awards Finalists Announced
A mix of debut and acclaimed authors are finalists in four categories. Winners will be announced on May 2.
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Williston’s Spaghet Red Sauce Joint Takes On Olive Garden
Chittenden Co. restaurateur Jed Davis’ new spot is a local rival to the Italian American chain, with well-made classics — but not unlimited breadsticks.
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‘Live From Laurel Canyon’ Tells the History of Folk Rock
Singer-songwriter Brian Chartrand takes audiences back in time with a musical history lesson on the influential 1960 and ’70s Los Angeles folk-rock scene.
On the Beat: University of Vermont Music Program Turns 100
UVM celebrates the centennial by showcasing 100 shows. Dharma Ramirez returns as Deerest, and Dave Keller’s latest album gets nominated for a blues award.
Album Review: Greaseface, ‘Brick & Mortar’
The Burlington indie band continues to offer a meaty spread of fuzzy guitar, chunky bass and nor’easter drums on its new LP.
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Maggie Gyllenhaal’s ‘The Bride!’ Offers a Chaotic New Twist on the Frankenstein Mythos
Jessie Buckley plays both undead Mary Shelley and the gun moll her spirit possesses in a riot grrl take on the 1935 Bride of Frankenstein.
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→ Home + Design
Vershire Couple Wins HGTV’s ‘Ugliest House in America’
Through a $150K renovation, the couple’s Orange County home, the “Mishmosh Hodgepodge,” transformed into a stylish mountaintop dream house.
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Editor’s Note: The Kids VT Money Issue 2026
Cathy Resmer reflects on the coloring contest and the upcoming Next GENerator: VT’s Youth Maker Market — two examples of reader engagement.
Kids VT Money Issue • 2026
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