Drawing attention: Vermont gets its first tourism branding
State officials hope a new hand-drawn wordmark and a slogan, “State of Inspiration,” will entice more people to book a trip.
Vermont Green FC men are undefeated national champions — again
“I’m feeling a ton of pride,” said club co-founder Patrick Infurna in an interview Monday. “They always find a way to win.”
After years of neighbor opposition, a private airstrip for Beta’s CEO nears approval
The latest stages of state and federal approval have been conducted without public hearings. Some neighbors say their safety concerns haven’t fully been considered.
Vermont Democrats turn to second home taxes as a matter of principle – and cash
Vermont doesn’t yet have reliable data about how many second homes could be taxed. That isn’t stopping candidates from counting on the money.
World War II soldier’s remains returned home to Bennington
Army Pfc. Bernard Sweet was 21 when he died in 1942 in a notorious Japanese prisoner of war camp, and his remains were only positively identified through a DNA match last year.
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A pharmacy chain in Vermont implemented AI for efficiency. It’s led to delays, incorrect information and privacy concerns.
As AI pops up in healthcare systems across the country, several lawyers told VTDigger that the technology is outpacing regulation, leaving consumers vulnerable.
ACLU files federal claims against ICE over March 11 South Burlington raid
“All across the state and the country, ICE has shown a brutal and blatant disregard for our neighbors’ rights and safety,” an ACLU of Vermont attorney said.
VTDigger launches 2026 Vermont primary election guide
VTDigger’s 2026 Primary Election Guide brings together everything Vermonters need before heading to the polls, including candidate information, voting resources, county races and the latest election coverage.
Vermont Conversation: Author Chris Bohjalian on writing, activism and challenging the language of genocide
Bohjalian, who lives in Weybridge, tells aspiring writers to be persistent in their craft. “Write because you love it. Write in the genre you love to read. Write every day.”
Local property dispute lands tea farmer in hot water
Tilia Tea Company has been using vacant land in Barre for “microfarms.” But one farm on city property has garnered local detractors.
A Vermont farmer has a growing voice in Trump’s ‘Make America Healthy Again’ campaign
John Klar of Brookfield was appointed to a national EPA advisory panel even as he and other MAHA advocates see some federal changes they oppose.
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Vermont’s Catholic diocese has plenty of shame to go around
Decades of Vermont bishops, not just the current ones, bear responsibility for hiding clergy abuse.
Burlington is facing a public safety emergency
Open-air drug use and dealing have become impossible to ignore in downtown Burlington, and it’s time for a dedicated task force to restore order.
Scott’s veto reasoning doesn’t hold up
The bill the governor killed protected ratepayers and cut pollution more strongly than the version he says he preferred.
Why Vermonters won’t call Fish and Wildlife about bears
The department and the public it serves don’t always see wildlife the same way.
Vermont keeps a list of where large crowds gather. The feds get a copy.
For nearly a decade, the state has quietly compiled the list of large public gatherings. Town clerks are just now finding out about it.
After years of debate, Stowe caps short-term rentals
There are currently about 1,450 short-term rentals in Stowe, according to town data, but roughly 600 are considered commercial or are inactive.
‘My thoughts were distorted’: Woman gets at least 10 years in Rutland fatal shooting
Courtney Samplatsky, initially charged with second-degree murder in the June 2022 killing, pleaded guilty Friday to a reduced charge of voluntary manslaughter.
Regulators reject Route 100 quarry in Morristown
The regional Act 250 commission called the quarry “offensive and shocking.”
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Vermont Green FC men will compete for national championship Saturday
“It feels surreal,” said club co-founder Patrick Infurna of the team’s back-to-back appearances in the final. “I hope this can be a regular thing.”
