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Most Vermont Communities Pass Their School Budgets
Eighty-nine school budgets were approved this year and 19 were rejected, with 12 yet to be voted on.
All the Rivers Raises the Voices of Vermont Immigrants
Featuring 20 musicians from 10 countries, the Burlington band led by Avi Salloway aims to foster cultural understanding during a fraught time for immigrants.
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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Trump’s Policies Complicate the Lives of Foreign Students
Some students who had planned to come to Vermont could not get visas. Those who are here say they are treading carefully.
Proposal to Construct Giant Battery in Vergennes Runs into Resistance
The company proposing the battery says it’s safe, but neighbors are raising concerns over the potential fire risks.
An Iranian-American Demonstrates for the Attack on Iran
As a group of Burlington protesters decried the war on Iran on Saturday, Ali Jafari stood nearby holding a sign that said “Make Iran Great Again.”…
Burlington Voters Approve 5-Cent Tax Increase, Other Ballot Items
Voters also approved the school budget, stipends for school board members, and a charter change to codify the racial equity office.
Burlington Democrats Keep Council Majority as Incumbents Win
Democratic Ward 7 Councilor Evan Litwin won reelection, as did Progressive Ward 8 Councilor Marek Broderick in Burlington’s only two contested races on Tuesday.
Agency of Education Finds Errors in State Report Card
The unspecified “coding error” dates back to 2017, according to the agency, which is planning to review several years of data.
Blue Cross of Vermont Rebounds After Near Collapse
After years of losses and a $30 million bailout, the nonprofit insurer reported gains in 2025 — but high health care costs still strain Vermont families.
Pentagon Confirms VTANG’s Involvement in War on Iran
The Guard members had been in Puerto Rico to support military action in Venezuela and then headed to the Mideast.
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‘Hot Priest Sketch Show’ Brings Divine Comedy to Burlington
An all-female cast and crew of Vermont-connected writers and standup comedians poke gentle fun at men, religion, clergy and women’s aging process.
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Three Québec Abbeys to Visit for Food, Fun and Spiritual Nourishment
Current and former religious communities scattered across Québec offer fascinating reasons to visit: culinary experiences, historical tours and outdoor recreation.
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Body of Work: A Dance Tribute to Ryuichi Sakamoto
Dancer Michael Sakamoto on “time/life/beauty,” his collaboration with DJ Spooky that fuses hip-hop and butoh to honor the late Japanese musical innovator.
On the Beat: New Music From Glenn Weyant, Ordh and More
Soundscape artist Glenn Weyant hears helicopters; Green Mountain expats team up for a homecoming show; and Brattleboro metal band Ordh unleash a ferocious debut.
Reviewing Three Albums by Vermont Musicians
We pressed play on a trio of new releases from Vermont artists: soft rocker Robin Gottfried, folk newcomer Allie Bourgeois and the enigma that is WiseAcres.
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A Walk on the Wild Side Turns Surprisingly Sweet and Touching in ‘Pillion’
An awkward young man follows a handsome biker into a BDSM subculture in director Harry Lighton’s award-winning debut.
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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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Explore Your 2026 Vermont Summer Camp Options
Browse 50+ Vermont camps and schools for kids and families on campfindervt.com
Kids VT Camp Guide • 2026
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