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The Unrelenting Housing Crisis Inspires Creative Solutions
Co-ops, community partnerships and tiny homes are just some of the innovative solutions Vermonters are pursuing during the unrelenting housing crisis.
In Memoriam: Sallie Thompson Soule, 1928-2019
Vermont state representative and senator served in Madeleine Kunin’s cabinet and founded the Reach Up program
Obituary: David Baker Colman, 1939-2025
Former pastor and Wake Robin CEO was interested in everyone around him
Celebration: John J. Saia
A celebration of life for John J. Saia, who passed away on February 25, 2025, will be held on Sunday, June 15, 2025, 11 a.m.,…
Obituary: William “Bill” Alfred Riley, 1939-2025
Longtime Shelburne business owner was a hard worker who loved baseball and other sports
Obituary: Charles “Skip” Watts, 1926-2025
World War II veteran and engineer passed his lifelong love of skiing on to his family
Obituary: Antoinette “Toni” (Brouillette) Clements, 1927-2025
Longtime Charlotte resident was a compassionate caretaker and a devoted member of her church community
Obituary: Bruce Blackman, 1941-2025
Longtime IBM engineer, sailor and ham radio aficionado was curious, honest and always interested in learning new things
Obituary: Anne McMillan Thompson, 1950-2025
Talented writer and voracious reader possessed an unwavering optimism and dedication to caring for others
In Memoriam: Lisa Mills, 1959-2025
Please join our family for a celebration of life on Saturday, June 14, 2025, 11 a.m., at the North Ferrisburgh Cemetery on Old Hollow Road….
Obituary: Richard Lee McCauley, 1955-2025
Richmond roofer and singer-songwriter loved playing the guitar and exploring the outdoors
Obituary: Cynthia Ann DeBenedetto, 1956-2025
Former Vermonter is remembered for her boundless creativity, passion for life, and kind and generous spirit
Lawsuit Linked to the Death That Launched ‘Hooked’ Is Settled
Madelyn Linsenmeir’s viral obituary led to a ‘Seven Days’ series penned by her sister. Her family has settled a wrongful death case with police.
Hello, Goodbye: The District VT Closes Weeks After Rebrand
On Wednesday, the troubled Burlington venue formerly known as ArtsRiot announced it was closing immediately. It did not cite a reason for the sudden closure.
State Abandons Wildlife Crossing Project, Citing Cost
The $50 million project sought to make it easier for wildlife to move along the spine of the Green Mountains, but matching funds proved scarce.
Obituary: Alex M. Boguzewski, 1991-2025
Proud member of the East Montpelier Fire Department from age 15 was passionate about public service
Obituary: George Sagui, 1926-2024
Former Weybridge town tree warden loved woodworking, fixing and fostering growing things
In Memoriam: Robert Chalmers, 1930-2024
Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service in honor of Robert Bruce Chalmers (January 24, 1930 to November 19, 2024) on Saturday,…
Small Burlington Company Helps Land Huge Tariff Ruling
Terry Precision Cycling, which sells biking gear for women, helped convince a court to strike down many of President Trump’s tariffs. The decision is being appealed.
Obituary: Tyler “Ty” Bixler, 1984-2025
Dedicated Vermont Department of Corrections employee valued honesty, integrity and authenticity
Obituary: Shelley Lyn Villemaire, 1951-2025
Memorial gathering will honor life of Burlington woman
Obituary: Alton Ray Sherrod, 1937-2025
IBM engineer manager and real estate broker offered love, goodwill and hugs to all
Eye on the Scene: Plex Arts Festival
Rain or shine, indoors or out, it’s always best to embrace the weirdness at Burlington’s annual fringe fest.
The Aphasia Choir of Vermont Lets the Music Speak
People living with aphasia, a condition that inhibits speech, can still sing. Karen McFeeters Leary leads a local choir in a 10th anniversary concert this week.
Album Review: Dan Greenleaf, ‘Live at Ford Hall’
On his debut record, the Burlington guitarist doesn’t let cerebral palsy get in the way of crafting atmospheric, raw modern jazz.
Ask the Rev: How Do I Get Rid of Ants Without Killing Them?
Anti-squishing? From nontoxic insect repellants to home maintenance habits, here are some tips for humanely exiling house pests.
Free Will Astrology (5/28/25)
GEMINI (May 21-Jun.20): Gemini author Jean-Paul Sartre was offered the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1964. But he rejected it. Why? He said that if…
‘Signals’ at K. Grant Fine Art Is Its Last Show in Vergennes
In a show that draws strong connections between works, six artists explore how landscapes communicate. The gallery’s current location closes in late June.
ATM Gallery Sprouts in Shelburne
Wylie Garcia and Sage Tucker-Ketcham have started a new gallery in a vacant kiosk in the Shelburne Shopping Park, featuring solo shows.
Letters to the Editor (5/28/25)
‘Why Aren’t You Out Here?’ [Re Calendar: Green Up Day, April 30]: Activities such as hiking, stacking firewood and road biking produce free thinking and…
Harwood Students and Staff Reflect on a Phone-Free School Year
The Duxbury school was one of the first in Vermont to restrict the use of cellphones during the day. Now, lawmakers are poised to impose a statewide ban.
‘Friendship’ Is Far From the Perfect Blendship in an Absurdist Comedy
Tim Robinson stars in a tonally strange vehicle clearly pitched toward fans of his popular sketch-comedy show but accessible to outsiders.
Now Playing in Theaters: May 28-June 3
In addition to Bring Her Back, 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.
Lawmakers Debate Competing Needs for Housing, School Funding
Lawmakers are in a standoff over how to help pay for new home infrastructure without draining the beleaguered education fund.
From the Publisher: Walking the Talk
Last week, publisher Paula Routly took part in a passeggiata on Burlington’s Church Street — an evening stroll to bring people back to downtown.
Book Review: ‘The Jackal’s Mistress,’ Chris Bohjalian
The 25th novel from the bestselling Weybridge author spins a Civil War tale partially based on the true story of a Vermont soldier.
A Community Effort Helps Hardwick Build a Skate Ramp
The Civic Standard, a cultural community center that stages events to bring the town’s 3,000 residents together, helped a group of teens make a dream a reality.
Middlebury’s Marquis Theatre Goes Retro With Art Deco Façade
At a time when movie theaters are struggling to stay open, new signage at the Marquis encourages locals to think about the cinema’s place in the community.
Soundbites: Grace Potter on Her ‘Forgotten’ New Album
The Vermont native shelved Medicine, her record with über-producer T Bone Burnett, 17 years ago. She’s finally releasing it now.
The Space Between Combines Art, Film, Music and Meditation
Northwoods Music Collaborative’s immersive multimedia event, held in an East Calais barn, features live music accompanying a short film shot in that very barn.
On the Beat: Homegrown in Vermont Music Festival Returns; ArtsRiot Relaunches as the District VT
In this week’s music news: A Spruce Peak Arts fest shouts out the local scene with a performance led by Guster’s Ryan Miller. Plus, a nightclub rebrands in BTV.
Amid Tensions, Burlington Mayor Wants Council to Reconsider Free Lunch Resolution
A week after councilors voted to have Food Not Cops move out of a city parking garage, Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak is calling them back to the bargaining table.
Touching Grief: ‘BabyCakes’ Premieres at Off Center
Written by Leila Teitelman, the Full Circle Theater Collaborative production explores grief through a small support group for bereaved parents.
Breadseed Farm Is a Model for Financial Stability
Kayleigh Boyle and Doug Wolcik have made their small Craftsbury farm financially viable through shrewd agricultural choices and marketing know-how.
Bitter Bubble Meets Demand for Sophisticated Nonalcoholic Sips
Vermont chef-restaurateur Eric Warnstedt and engineer George Martin created a botanically flavored soda water line to quench their thirst and slow their roll.
Switchback Brewing Goes Barbecue With Expanded Menu and Rebrand
The Burlington brewery’s restaurant is now the Switchback Beer Garden & Smokehouse, serving house-smoked meats and Southern-inspired dishes with its beer.
Stowe Street Café in Waterbury Welcomes a New Head Chef
As the community-oriented breakfast and lunch spot hits a decade, original head chef Stephanie Biczko has departed and AJ Barr has stepped up.
The Magnificent 7: Must See, Must Do, May 28-June 3
Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including the spectacular Brass Balagan Variety Show at Montpelier Performing Arts Hub.
Philo Ridge Farm Hires New Leadership Team Ahead of Summer Reopening
Newly a nonprofit, the Charlotte farm has announced Bryan Flower as executive director and Marc St. Jacques as director of food and beverage and executive chef.






