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Green Mountain Transit’s new leader takes the driver’s seat at a critical moment

Clayton Clark said he plans to leverage his experience working in state government to advocate for the transit agency’s needs in Montpelier, which many say includes more sustainable funding supported by the state.

By Shaun Robinson

Feb 5 2023, 8:46 AMFebruary 4, 2023

Other Top News

An Eritrean immigrant in Vermont is up for the top award in the restaurant industry

By Fred Thys
Feb 5 2023, 9:33 AMFebruary 4, 2023
Lawmakers consider interstate compact for mental health counselors

By Riley Robinson
Feb 5 2023, 10:52 AMFebruary 4, 2023
Judge Jennifer Barrett faces unusual opposition in Senate confirmation hearing

By Riley Robinson
Feb 3 2023February 3, 2023
An ‘unknowing pawn?’: From prison, Bill Stenger claims state ‘covered up’ Jay Peak fraud

By Anne Galloway and Alan J. Keays
Feb 3 2023February 5, 2023
After Orange County Sheriff’s Department cancels contract, Randolph will reestablish its own police force

By Ethan Weinstein
Feb 3 2023February 3, 2023
Lawmakers dismiss Natural Resources secretary’s ‘back-of-the-envelope’ math on the Affordable Heat Act

By Emma Cotton
Feb 3 2023February 3, 2023

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Obituaries

John F. Luck
In 1974, together, he and Harriet opened Ebenezer Allen, a gift shop in South Hero. This venture would grow into them opening several gift shops and numerous other stores throughout VT before moving to Arizona. Read more
Barbara Lee Smela
She lived a full life that can be summed up with a quote from Pablo Neruda, a poet she long favored: “He who does not travel, who does not read, who does not listen to music, who does not find grace in himself, she who does not find grace in herself, dies slowly.” Read more
Allan N. Mackey
Allan had a relentlessly positive attitude and valued laughter and love above all else. Read more

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Politics

Lawmakers consider setting qualifications for elected county prosecutors and judges through constitutional amendment
As it’s currently written, Proposal 1 seeks to establish qualifications for Vermont sheriffs, following a series of scandals during the past year.
By Tiffany Tan
Feb 3 2023February 3, 2023
Politics

A ‘perfect scenario’: Waterbury gets its first new manager in decades
Thomas Leitz stepped into his new role on Jan. 1, becoming the town’s first new municipal manager in nearly 35 years.
By Waterbury Roundabout
Feb 3 2023February 3, 2023
Crime and Justice

Vermont is shutting down some prison work programs
State officials say Vermont Correctional Industries has been losing money and doesn’t help people find jobs later.
By Peter D'Auria
Feb 3 2023February 3, 2023

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Politics

After 4 decades pushing for progressive change, Bernie Sanders now holds the…

Those who have followed U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders’ political career over the course of more than four decades are familiar with his progressive views. Now, as the new chair of the Senate’s influential Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, he holds unprecedented power to make good on his promises.

By Sarah Mearhoff
Feb 2 2023February 2, 2023
Crime and Justice

Alburgh man dies following fight at middle school basketball game

After police responded to reports of a “melee” among spectators at the Alburgh Community Education Monday night, a 60-year-old man sought medical care and was pronounced dead at a hospital, according to police.

By Shaun Robinson
Feb 1 2023February 1, 2023
Politics

In second ‘omnibus’ bill, Vermont lawmakers seek to protect abortion providers, crack…

Legislators are considering two wide-ranging bills that seek to protect abortion access in Vermont. The bills’ size and scope “speaks to the urgency” of the national abortion legal landscape post-Roe, proponents say.

By Sarah Mearhoff
Feb 1 2023February 1, 2023
Business & Economy

Vermont Cannabis Control Board halts sale of contaminated cannabis

The Cannabis Control Board chair said the tainted product from Holland Cannabis had not been tested before it was sold and should never have been on store shelves because it was not registered with the board.

By Fred Thys
Feb 2 2023February 4, 2023

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Business & Economy

An Eritrean immigrant in Vermont is up for the top award in the restaurant industry

Green Mountain Transit’s new leader takes the driver’s seat at a critical moment

Vermont Cannabis Control Board halts sale of contaminated cannabis

Maine firm takes over ValleyNet operations

Castleton rallies behind Gilmore Home Center after devastating fire

Crime and Justice

Contractor sues Burlington School District over high school demolition bid

An ‘unknowing pawn?’: From prison, Bill Stenger claims state ‘covered up’ Jay Peak fraud

Vermont is shutting down some prison work programs

Court sides with town of Marshfield in dispute over a political activism camp

Manchester man arrested for allegedly assaulting police at the Jan. 6 Capitol riot

Education

Grand Isle Supervisory Union bans spectators at basketball games for rest of the season

Vermont state officials want to strengthen school safety procedures

The Deeper Dig: To go big, or go bigger, on child care

Education leaders: Staff shortages persist midway through the school year

School meal funding is set to expire this year. Will Vermont lawmakers go back for another helping?

Energy & Environment

Lawmakers dismiss Natural Resources secretary’s ‘back-of-the-envelope’ math on the Affordable Heat Act

Natural Resources secretary presents a 'really rough' estimate of the clean heat standard’s cost

Frustrations over racial equity simmer on the Vermont Climate Council

In crisis mode, organic dairy farmers ask lawmakers for $9 million in emergency relief

Vermont is not meeting its goal of recycling and composting half its waste

Health Care

Senate bill would expand aid-in-dying to those living outside Vermont

Lawmakers consider interstate compact for mental health counselors

Health care providers seek legislative action to curb workplace violence

Vermont’s overall Covid levels remain ‘low’ as Burlington wastewater data returns to normal

End to national Covid-19 emergency order could affect Vermont’s tools to fight the disease

People & Places

Then Again: An accident with an ax fueled a Vermont artist’s career

Young Writers Project: Hiking upward

Vermont buttons up against upcoming freeze, offers shelter to people who need it

Shelburne Museum creates a curatorship for Native American art

Bill Schubart: Earning the Gravel Slalom and Roads Scholarship

Politics

Final Reading: Former state Sen. Corey Parent goes to work for Leonine

Lawmakers consider setting qualifications for elected county prosecutors and judges through constitutional amendment

Judge Jennifer Barrett faces unusual opposition in Senate confirmation hearing

A ‘perfect scenario’: Waterbury gets its first new manager in decades

After Orange County Sheriff’s Department cancels contract, Randolph will reestablish its own police force

Commentary

Julie Moore: There is a line between brave and imprudent on climate action

Nina Prater: The life, death and lessons of Lucy the sow

David Brynn: Time for a forest ecosystem advisory council in Vermont

Cecile Betit: More work needed before S.5 becomes Vermont law

Tom McKone: Books to increase understanding and to fight racism

Walt Amses: The circus is in town, and we’re paying for it

Beverly Soychak: All animals deserve to be treated humanely

John LaBarge: When it comes to affordable housing, it’s a lot more than housing

John Greenberg: OneCare ignores the problem: Health costs vastly exceed benefits

Leffler & Tetrault: Let's make an investment to end Vermont’s child care crisis

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