Vermont News
Burlington to Open Emergency Shelter Ahead of Arctic Blast
The National Weather Service says wind-chill temperatures are expected to drop as low as 40 degrees below zero.
Vermont Border Crossings Are Dropping — But Not All Is Quiet
Apprehensions along the 295-mile Swanton Sector have plummeted. But now, the Border Patrol is assuming a harsher and more expansive approach to its duties.
Report Could Complicate Murder Case in Police Recruit’s Death
Tate Rheaume is charged with aggravated murder of Rutland police recruit Jessica Ebbighausen. His lawyer says an internal affairs report shows he deserves leniency.
Vermont Is Building an Inventory of State Land for Housing
Gov. Scott has told state agencies to take a close look at the properties they own to see if any can be sold or leased to housing developers.
‘North Avenue News’ Changes Hands (and Not Much Else)
The owners of Phoenix Books have bought the free monthly paper and will continue to offer quaintly informative news to 17,000 Burlington residents.
Proposed Vermont Budget Could Lead to a 6 Percent Tax Hike
The governor proposes steering a record $105 million to keep property taxes down. Despite that, a 6 percent hike is expected.
Upper Valley Habitat for Humanity Strives to Build Affordable Homes
Inflation and an unstable economy have made it challenging to build quality homes on a budget. The Upper Valley nonprofit is getting creative to meet demand.
NBC’s ‘Today’ Show Visits Seven Days, Falls for Its Personals Ads
An NBC film crew featured the newspaper’s personals ads in a four-minute segment about a new, retro trend among those looking for love.
Ryan McLaren Joins Race for Lieutenant Governor
The former staffer for U.S. Sen. Peter Welch says Vermont needs new leaders to restore hope.
Barre Residents Criticize School Board Chair’s Turning Point Ties
Michael Boutin’s plan to participate in a Turning Point Vermont event sparked criticism from constituents.
Trans Athlete Policy Prompts Federal Probe of Champlain Valley Schools
The district was one of 18 educational entities that are under investigation for allowing students to play on the sports team that aligns with their gender identity.
A South Burlington Clinic Offers Free Health Care
Every Saturday, people can see a primary care doctor — or even specialists — at a free clinic found within the state’s only mosque.
In Ad Campaign, Blue Cross Asks Patients to Shop Around
The state’s largest health insurance company asks patients to consider avoiding care at the UVM Medical Center whenever possible.
Waterbury’s Ursa Major Went All In on ‘Clean Beauty’ to Win Customers
The Vermont skin-care company’s no-nonsense approach — and rejection of the anti-aging mantra — has fueled 15 years of growth and a $30 million annual revenue.
Computer Outage Disrupted Tracking of Children in DCF Care
The Department for Children and Families’ main data systems failed in December, leaving children’s whereabouts unclear. Officials says the outage has ended.
Vermont Lawmaker Proposes Establishing a UFO Panel
The bill would set up a 10-member task force to review UFO sightings in Vermont.
Measles Remains a Risk in Pockets of Vermont
The state’s vaccination rate is relatively high. But it lags in some schools and communities, meaning measles could spread.
Nikhil Goyal Announces Run for Vermont Senate
The Burlington resident says his campaign will be focused on issues of affordability.
Dear Lucy Announces Closure on Burlington’s Church Street
Owner Melissa Desautels cited a downward spiral in sales at the boutique, the result of downtown’s ongoing public safety problems and dwindling customer traffic.
Burlington Democrats Pick Candidates for March Elections
The party put up just one challenger to unseat a Progressive on Town Meeting Day. Even so, the Dems will almost certainly retain their council majority.…
Vermont Leaders Pitch Discount Drug Card Program
Democrats are getting behind a bill that would enable Vermont to join a discount drug program.
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