Erin Petenko, Author at VTDigger

Government & Politics

‘USPS isn’t delivering for Vermont’: Congressional delegation complains to postmaster general about mail issues

by Erin Petenko August 21, 2026, 1:56 pmAugust 21, 2026, 5:07 pm

A Burlington police cruiser on a street

1 dead in spate of violent incidents in Burlington

by Erin Petenko August 17, 2026, 5:00 pmAugust 17, 2026, 5:00 pm

A man holds a metal detector toward the camera in a wooded parking area with two cars visible in the background.

‘There it was’: Mike Baker jumps into lakes and digs through poison ivy for lost wedding rings and other precious things

by Erin Petenko August 16, 2026, 8:42 amAugust 14, 2026, 5:14 pm

Washington Central district vote opens new route to school closures

by Erin Petenko August 12, 2026, 5:08 pmAugust 12, 2026, 5:08 pm

A large sign outside a building announces an auction for 87 State Street, detailing auction date, building features, and a government website for more information.

Local development corporation wins bid for former Montpelier post office

by Erin Petenko August 6, 2026, 12:55 pmAugust 6, 2026, 2:59 pm

A person wearing glasses and plaid shirt holds a large tray while standing in a vegetable garden surrounded by green plants and trees.

Local property dispute lands tea farmer in hot water

by Erin Petenko August 2, 2026, 8:51 amAugust 3, 2026, 9:14 am

A brick building labeled "The University of Vermont Health Network Central Vermont Medical Center" stands behind a lawn, trees, and a parked silver car across the street.

Central Vermont Medical Center names new president

by Erin Petenko July 16, 2026, 5:11 pmJuly 16, 2026, 5:18 pm

Two people are donating blood, with needles in their arms, tubes attached, and hands squeezing rubber balls.

Vermont faces an emergency blood shortage from summer donation lull

by Erin Petenko July 16, 2026, 4:16 pmJuly 16, 2026, 5:21 pm

Heat index map for Vermont and surrounding areas on July 14, 2026, showing apparent temperatures from mid-80s to 105°F, with hottest areas in the west and south.

High temps and high winds: What to know about Vermont’s severe weather threat today

by Erin Petenko July 14, 2026, 1:36 pmJuly 14, 2026, 11:16 pm

A person standing outdoors pours a white liquid over their head, with liquid splashing onto their face and shirt. A tree and grassy area are visible in the background.

Vermont has long treated air conditioning as optional. A warming climate could be changing that.

by Erin Petenko July 1, 2026, 5:13 pmJuly 2, 2026, 5:56 pm

A close-up of a tick perched on the tip of a plant against a blurred green background.

Lyme disease is on the rise in Vermont. Here’s how to protect yourself and still enjoy the outdoors

by Erin Petenko June 26, 2026, 4:17 pmJune 26, 2026, 4:18 pm

A courtroom scene shows a lawyer standing and speaking at a podium, while others sit attentively at tables and in the audience.

Government & Politics

State and employees’ union butt heads over telework in Vermont’s highest court

by Erin Petenko June 18, 2026, 6:09 pmJune 18, 2026, 6:09 pm

A group of people gather around picnic tables with food and drinks on a sunny residential street, with houses and trees in the background.

Are Vermonters hungry for neighborhood connection?

by Erin Petenko June 15, 2026, 5:23 pmJune 16, 2026, 12:15 pm

A person holds LGBTQ+ pride flags behind their head outside a domed government building, with people and greenery visible in the background.

How Vermont is celebrating Pride Month — without the Pride Center

by Erin Petenko June 14, 2026, 8:28 amJune 12, 2026, 5:11 pm