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Vermont State University to close libraries, downgrade sports programs

The university, which formally launches in July, announced the changes to students, faculty and staff Tuesday afternoon. Some students immediately expressed opposition to the plan.

By Jeralyn Darling

Feb 8 2023, 1:14 AMFebruary 8, 2023

Other Top News

Vermont’s rates of homelessness are (almost) the worst in the country

By Lola Duffort
Feb 7 2023, 7:56 PMFebruary 7, 2023
Burlington High girls’ basketball team calls out ‘culture of racism’ in Vermont school sports

By Taylor Slonaker
Feb 7 2023, 9:02 PMFebruary 7, 2023
Contaminated product prompts Cannabis Control Board chair to call for state testing lab

By Fred Thys
Feb 7 2023, 5:16 PMFebruary 7, 2023
Despite state support, Vermonters struggle to find housing after prison

By Juliet Schulman-Hall
Feb 7 2023February 6, 2023
Lawmakers propose restricting public tuition money to private schools

By Peter D'Auria
Feb 7 2023, 5:43 PMFebruary 7, 2023
Vermont announces end to pandemic program that provided extra food stamp money

By Dominic Minadeo
Feb 7 2023, 6:05 PMFebruary 7, 2023

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Candis Perrault
Candis Ann Perrault of South Burlington and formerly of Charlotte Vermont lived a remarkable life through her positive attitude, enthusiasm, faith, fearlessness, and courage. Read more
Carol Magnuson
Carol taught ceramics and art classes for many years through the Adult Education programs at Essex and Colchester High Schools. Read more

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Crime and Justice

Suspect in Burlington shooting pleads not guilty to attempted murder
Tovi Mesick was in court on Monday to face charges of second degree attempted murder after allegedly shooting a man Sunday night.
By Patrick Crowley
Feb 7 2023, 2:51 PMFebruary 7, 2023
Education

Judge denies request to halt demolition in Burlington High School contract case
A spurned bidder for the demolition of Burlington High School sued the Burlington School District in January and asked for an injunction to stop work on the project.
By Patrick Crowley
Feb 7 2023, 1:35 PMFebruary 7, 2023
Politics

Becca Balint, in 2nd assignment, lands on House Budget Committee
The first-term U.S. representative will serve on the House’s oversight and budget committees for the 118th Congress.
By Sarah Mearhoff
Feb 7 2023February 7, 2023

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Politics

FTX debtors call on politicians, parties and PACs to return campaign contributions

U.S. Rep. Becca Balint and U.S. Sen. Peter Welch, both Vermont Democrats elected in November, received donations from former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, who has since been charged with campaign finance fraud and other crimes.

By Sarah Mearhoff
Feb 6 2023February 6, 2023
Energy & Environment

As baby goats died in Charlotte, residents seeking help hit roadblocks

The state veterinarian said the case “highlighted the deficiencies in the process that currently exists.”

By Dominic Minadeo
Feb 6 2023February 5, 2023
Crime and Justice

Competency questions delay sentencing for Aita Gurung in meat cleaver murder case

Judge John Pacht said during a hearing Monday that he would order a competency evaluation for Gurung after his defense attorney raised the issue of whether her client understood the court proceedings taking place

By Alan J. Keays
Feb 6 2023February 6, 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

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Business & Economy

Vermont announces end to pandemic program that provided extra food stamp money

Contaminated product prompts Cannabis Control Board chair to call for state testing lab

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

Crime and Justice

Suspect in Burlington shooting pleads not guilty to attempted murder

Despite state support, Vermonters struggle to find housing after prison

Competency questions delay sentencing for Aita Gurung in meat cleaver murder case

1 person hospitalized, 1 arrested in Burlington shooting

Contractor sues Burlington School District over high school demolition bid

Education

Vermont State University to close libraries, downgrade sports programs

Burlington High girls’ basketball team calls out ‘culture of racism’ in Vermont school sports

Saint Michael’s College president to retire in June

Lawmakers propose restricting public tuition money to private schools

Judge denies request to halt demolition in Burlington High School contract case

Energy & Environment

As baby goats died in Charlotte, residents seeking help hit roadblocks

Act 250 in the crosshairs as environmental groups prioritize forest loss

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

Health Care

OneCareVermont

BlueCross withdrawal from ACO has Vermont’s primary care practices worried

UVM Medical Center cleans up flooding from frozen pipes

Waterbury Ambulance names executive director, lands federal funds

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

Lawmakers consider interstate compact for mental health counselors

People & Places

Explosions, heavy smoke reported after hay truck catches fire in center of Stowe

Historic preservation grants help to keep history within Vermont communities

MicroMoo transportation initiative in Windsor is pilot program for state

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

Young Writers Project: Hiking upward

Politics

Final Reading: Corrections commissioner delivers emotional testimony on staffing issues

Vermont’s rates of homelessness are (almost) the worst in the country

Becca Balint, in 2nd assignment, lands on House Budget Committee

After Covid pause, 70% of Vermont communities set to resume in-person Town Meetings

FTX debtors call on politicians, parties and PACs to return campaign contributions

Commentary

Allie Breyer: Upsurge in problematic behavior has led to burnout, stress, resignations

Brian Shupe: Why is Vermont’s administration backpedaling on the climate crisis?

Myers Mermel: The Clean Heat Standard is an immoral policy

Ann Darling: Nuclear power is no answer to anything our ailing planet needs

Sascha Mayer: Paid family and medical leave is more essential now than ever

Norma Twombley: Wrong branch of government targeted in recent commentary

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