

Cover Story
Race For Top Prosecutor Asks, What Does Accountability Look Like?
Bram Kranichfeld says he should be Chittenden County’s next state’s attorney. Reform-minded incumbent Sarah George objects.
Obituary: Donald Charles Gray, 1933-2026
Engineer and lifelong Vermonter loved the outdoors and RV trips with his wife in retirement
News
State Program Has Fixed Housing for Hundreds of Farmworkers
The initiative launched after advocates and researchers sounded the alarm about the dismal living conditions for some Vermont farmworkers.
Residents Frustrated by the Pace of Environmental Cleanups
Illegal dumping is reported regularly in Vermont. Cleaning it up can be a costly, time-consuming process
From the Publisher: Press On!
As the world has digitized, the act of bringing a free, handcrafted newspaper to the people every week feels revolutionary. Here’s why.
Milton Woman Competes in Transplant Games After Organ Donation
After receiving a double-lung transplant, Lara Grell competed alongside hundreds of recipients and donors last month in Denver.
Arts+Culture
Montréal’s Just for Laughs Comedy Fest Is Nonstop Hilarity
The decades-old, weeklong marathon is as much a draw for audiences as it is for artists looking to make a name in comedy.
Book Review: ‘Visitations’ by Julia Alvarez
A new poetry collection from the acclaimed Vermont writer, author of ‘How the García Girls Lost Their Accents,’ revisits her many former selves.
Celebrating America’s 250th? Take a Revolutionary Road Trip
With his Crossroads of a Continent blog and podcast, Tim Dusablon highlights history-rich routes through Vermont to markers, battle sites and even graveyards.
Seven of Our Favorite Items From Vermont History
Vermont History Museum’s “50 for 250” exhibition offers insights into the state’s past 250 years. We chose seven of its objects to highlight.
Bob Hannum Polishes Historic Markers in Time for the 250th
With America’s 250th fast approaching, the conservator sprinted to make sure four of Vermont’s Revolutionary War monuments were clean and Instagram-ready.
Maritime Museum Creates Virtual Reality Tour of 1776 Shipwreck
The simulated dive tours the ‘Spitfire,’ a scuttled Revolutionary War vessel that has sat at the bottom of Lake Champlain for nearly 250 years.
‘A Farewell to the Western World’ Reflects a Dark National Moment
The expansive show at the Hall Art Foundation in Reading presents works by American artists post-9/11 and German ones grappling with a history of fascism.
‘Quaker Pirate’ Todd Drake Shares a Message of Hope
The street artist’s exhibition underlines the Quaker principles that inspired Rokeby Museum’s original incarnation as a stop on the Underground Railroad.
Magnificent 7: Must-See, Must-Do Events in and Around Vermont, July 1-8
Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including early 2000s dancehall phenom Shaggy at Lake Morey Resort in Fairlee.
Food+Drink
First Bite: Schaefer’s in Richmond Is a Family-Friendly Throwback
Local industry pros John and Courtney Roettinger opened their restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner on June 1. It’s exactly what Richmond was missing.
Waitsfield’s 5th Quarter Hot Dogs Are an All-American Home Run
Butcher Josh Turka spent a year and a half perfecting the recipe for his local beef wieners before achieving the right texture and satisfyingly snappy bite.
Slice of Vermont Adds a Slice Counter in Williston
The pizza dough wholesaler now serves Roman-style pizza al taglio and Neapolitan pies for weekday lunch to go at its production facility on Williston Road.
North Star Sports in BTV Adds Creemees to Meet Tourist Needs
After 40 years of selling and renting sports equipment, owner Pat Miller said, frequent requests by bike rental customers inspired a cool new offering.
BTV’s Kountry Kart Deli Reopens Late; Judi’s Ice Cream Expands
Downtown night owls rejoice as the midnight Shiner returns. South Burlington’s City Center lands another local restaurant group outpost — this one with cool treats.
Music+Nightlife
Montréal’s Just for Laughs Comedy Fest Is Nonstop Hilarity
The decades-old, weeklong marathon is as much a draw for audiences as it is for artists looking to make a name in comedy.
On the Beat: Rock Books, Lake Concerts and New Singles
A UVM professor takes on the Dead Milkmen in a new book, Lake Morey concerts bring big acts to Fairlee, and Demagg and Ruminations drop new singles.
Album Reviews: Six New Records From Vermont Artists
From Connor Young to All Night Boogie Band, we round up some of Vermont’s newest releases. The tracks span indie pop, jazz and experimental music.
On Screen
‘Supergirl’ Is an Edgy, Energetic Character in Search of a Less Tired Movie
The sequel to last year’s ‘Superman’ gives his disaffected cousin, played by Milly Alcock, her own intergalactic adventure.
Now Playing in Theaters, July 1-8
In addition to The Death of Robin Hood, here’s what is playing in Northern and Central Vermont movie theaters this week. Listings include new movies, vintage films and a directory of open theaters.
Fun Stuff
Ask the Rev: My Dog Is Scared of Fireworks. What Do I Do?
Looking to nix backyard fireworks without coming off like a big party pooper? Here’s how to set boundaries to protect a sensitive pet.
Free Will Astrology (7/1/26)
Check out Rob Brezsny’s expanded weekly audio horoscopes & daily text message horoscopes: realastrology.com or 1-877-873-4888.
Life Lines
In Memoriam: Krisann “Krissy” Paquette, 1963-2026
forever forever forever always, forever
In Memoriam: Peter J. Vlahos, 1942-2004
“Love is love and not fade away.” —Buddy Holly Missing you. Love, Maury
Obituary: Charlotte K. Chase
Teacher and dedicated volunteer loved serving her community in Addison County
Obituary: William Raymond Miller, 1932-2026
Decorated U.S. Air Force veteran was a lifelong do-it-yourselfer who loved telling stories
In Memoriam: Gordon Jarvis, 1935-2026
Family and friends celebrate life of veteran after a graveside committal service with military and Masonic honors
Obituary: Gita Sachs, 1937-2026
Proud U.S. citizen was known for her strength, resilience, sharp wit, fierce independence and unmistakable Hungarian spirit
Obituary: Peggy Pine, 1937-2026
Special education teacher possessed a rare patience and a profound belief in every child’s value
Obituary: Jeremy Mark Sands Schofield, 1966-2026
Family always came first for statistical mechanics researcher who loved fly-fishing and a good outdoor adventure
In Memoriam: Eleanor Capone Soucy, 2001-2026
With deep sadness, the family of Eleanor Capone Soucy announces that she died peacefully on May 16, 2026. A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, 11 a.m., at St. Anthony Church in East Fairfield, Vt. An open house at the Soucy Capone home will follow, until 4 p.m.
Obituary: Gail Maynard, 1950-2026
Travel agent loved helping people create memories and made everyone feel welcomed, valued and loved






