Newport mayor strives to revitalize city after years of struggle
Newport’s hardships slowly diminished the once bustling city’s vitality. Now Mayor Rick Ufford-Chase says he aims to answer the question: ‘How do you bring a city back to life?’
UVM Medical Center unions approve contracts and avert a strike
A sweeping majority of the more than 2,000 members of the two unions who voted, cast ballots in favor of the agreements, which largely address the unions’ demands surrounding staffing levels.
A new tree pest could be catching a ride on your car
Humans inadvertently brought spotted lanternflies to the U.S. from Asia, and Vermonters play a big role in limiting their spread in the state.
Political mailer sparks Vermont disclosure complaint
The attorney general is reviewing allegations that a PAC failed to disclose donors and file a required report.
Political polls historically underestimate Phil Scott. Will 2026 be different?
Two new polls differ sharply on Vermont’s governor’s race. History suggests the numbers deserve a closer look.
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Vermont school districts scramble to cover the increased cost of diesel
Typical school buses run on diesel fuel. With prices at the pump remaining steadily high since September, districts are considering how to come up with the extra money.
Vermont Conversation: Forester, influencer and author Ethan Tapper on why ‘it’s our responsibility to carry hope for each other’
Tapper’s new book, “The Forest Year: Finding Hope in a World Worth Saving,” explores the power of staying and paying careful attention to the environment around you.
Vermont governor’s race will test voters’ appetite for raising new taxes — or cutting them
There’s broad consensus that affordability is a problem, one political observer said. But Amanda Janoo and Phil Scott hardly see eye-to-eye on how to solve it.
Universal primary care is at the center of the race for governor. How would it work?
Democratic challenger Amanda Janoo has proposed an income tax on the wealthiest Vermonters to fund primary and preventive care for all state residents. The idea has been met with support, skepticism and questions.
At odds over the “Aud,” Vermont Coyotes announce departure from Barre
This season will be their last at the Barre Civic Center, the team announced.
Vermont high schools feel the pinch with fewer international students enrolling
Visa delays and shifting Trump administration policies are leading to less international interest in a U.S. education, school leaders say.
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Behind tinted windows, ICE is watching
What ICE does to migrants today should worry every American, not just those being deported.
Our schools are being crushed by state mandates
A sharp drop in the state’s excess spending threshold is forcing Hartford to make deep cuts, even as expenses rise.
Let’s have a substantive debate on energy affordability
The gubernatorial candidates need to say how they would make energy more affordable for Vermont households and businesses.
A Vermont degree should come with a green card
As international enrollment falls, Vermont stands to lose millions in economic activity. A green card for full-tuition graduates would change that.
For Vermont cell users, breaking up is easy to do
It’s a familiar reality for many people in Lamoille County: The phone call dropped. The texts won’t send.
Godnicks celebrates 100 years of furnishing Rutland
A fourth generation of Godnicks celebrate the milestone.
Man taken into custody in Vermont faces murder charge in his mother’s death in Massachusetts
Court records made public Friday revealed that an argument about cats between the mother and son preceded the fatal shooting.
PAC money is rolling in as Vermont’s election nears
A constitutional amendment on labor rights and Amanda Janoo’s campaign for governor appear to be generating national-level interest, campaign finance reports show.
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Police identify officer and victim involved in Williston shooting
The officer, Ethan Favreau, has been placed on administrative leave. No charges have been filed as of Friday afternoon.
