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Baruth Pushes to Ban Guns From Establishments that Serve Alcohol
Senate leaders and gun-safety advocates are pushing for a statewide ban on guns in bars and restaurants that sell alcohol. Its path to becoming law is uncertain.
Workers at Healthy Living, Barnes & Noble Vote to Unionize
Healthy Living employees at three stores voted to join Workers United, while South Burlington Barnes & Noble employees will join the United Food and Commercial Workers…
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Why Does Vermont Have the Lowest Birth Rate in the Nation?
People considering having children told Seven Days they think hard about financial implications — and the state of the world.
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Pomykala Farm in Grand Isle Grows On Without Its Cofounder
From asparagus to winter squash, the 49-year-old farm is a mainstay for local chefs. The family embarks on the first season after losing its beloved matriarch.
Dumpling Café to Replace Asiana House in Burlington
Gary Ma, longtime owner of the shuttered downtown sushi spot, said he needed a change. His new restaurant at 191 Pearl Street will offer housemade dim…
Peace Burger to Close at Afterthoughts in Waitsfield
The smash burger biz will serve its fast-food inspired fare in its current spot for one more weekend. Owner Aaron Zurcher will continue pop-ups after a…
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Judge: Man Accused of Shooting Palestinian Students Can Raise Insanity Defense
Left unanswered was the question of whether Eaton’s trial, currently scheduled for June 1, will be postponed until later this year.
Teacher Cited for Abusing Toddlers at Burlington Childcare Center
Gary L. Pasquale III faces 14 counts of cruelty to a child and one count of second-degree unlawful restraint.
News Quiz: Gov. Phil Scott reluctantly allowed a bill to go into law that will allow Vermonters to do what?
Answer this question and seven others in our new weekly news quiz about Vermont news. It’s quick, fun and informative.
Vermont Principals’ Association to Pay $566,000 to Settle Lawsuit
The resolution means Mid Vermont Christian School can again participate in interscholastic competitions after a ban in 2023.
Democrats Try to Tee Up a Tax on the 1 Percent
Gov. Scott has said he’ll veto any such bill, even if it’s structured to lower taxes on other Vermonters.
Leahy BTV Airport Officials Hope New Terminal Will Help It Compete
Leaders say the new concourse increases the airport’s appeal to both prospective fliers and airlines that might expand operations — or at least continue them.
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Lawmakers Might Suspend Financial Disclosure Penalties for Candidates
State officials and advocates warn the move could weaken transparency and accountability as a campaign filing period is about to begin on Monday.
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Magnificent 7: Must-See, Must-Do Events in and Around Vermont (May 6-13)
Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including Meredith Wilson’s ‘The Music Man’ at the Flynn Main Stage in Burlington.
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Sabah’s House to Take Over Burlington’s Church Street Kiosk
The family-run Middle Eastern catering business previously ran a cart on the same downtown corner. The kiosk menu will combine its popular shawarma with American classics.
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Talk It Out: How We Feel About Noah Kahan’s ‘The Great Divide’
Two music critics and a fan dissected the long-awaited ‘Stick Season’ follow-up from Vermont’s biggest pop star. Here’s what they thought.
Noah Kahan’s Netflix Doc ‘Out of Body’ Is Messy and Real
The star-produced film is no puff piece, centering on the singer as he grapples with the familial and creative fallout from his fame.
On the Beat: Foam Brewers Turns 10
The Burlington brewery throws a weekend-long rager to celebrate its anniversary. Plus Nick Grandchamp brings the punks together for a flea market in Rutland.
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Celebrity Is a Phantom in the Oddly Hypnotic ‘Mother Mary’
David Lowery directed the surreal drama in which Anne Hathaway plays a pop icon who seeks help from a collaborator she thought she’d left in the…
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Nest: A Spring 2026 Guide to Vermont Homes & Real Estate
From Burlington investor activity to budget-conscious building in Waitsfield, see what’s shaping Vermont homes in the new issue of Nest.
Nest • Spring 2026
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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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