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A map with multiple colored dots representing data points distributed across various outlined geographic regions.

Find the cooling center nearest you amid Vermont’s 1st heat wave of the year

by Erin Petenko June 23, 2025, 12:20 pmJune 23, 2025, 12:20 pm

Two medical staff in protective gear push a patient on a hospital bed down a hallway. The patient is covered with a blanket. The hallway leads to a series of patient rooms.

Covid-19 hospitalizations hit new low in Vermont, with future of vaccines uncertain

by Erin Petenko June 20, 2025, 6:01 pmJune 23, 2025, 9:57 am

A crowd of protesters holds various signs, including one reading "MAGA IS A DISEASE" and another with a Palestinian flag in the background.

Government & Politics

Was the No Kings Day protest against Donald Trump the biggest in Vermont history?

by Erin Petenko June 19, 2025, 6:39 pmJune 20, 2025, 10:39 am

A map with blue dots along a route labeled “Parade end” at the top; one red dot appears among the blue dots, with pale landscape features in the background.

Government & Politics

Map: See where Trump-related protests are happening in Vermont this weekend

by Erin Petenko June 12, 2025, 4:38 pmJune 13, 2025, 1:06 pm

An older man in a cap sits on stairs next to a gray and white cat, both facing toward the sunlight.

Montpelier advocate reflects on cancer journey, advocating for unhoused neighbors and how the community has given back to him

by Erin Petenko June 1, 2025, 6:52 amMay 30, 2025, 6:02 pm

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

Queer Film Fest kicks off Pride Month in central Vermont

by Erin Petenko May 30, 2025, 4:52 pmJune 6, 2025, 12:54 pm

Bar chart showing a steady increase from 2015 to 2022, peaking in 2022–2023, followed by a decline in 2024; each bar contains a lighter upper segment.

Vermont opioid overdoses fell in 2024 for the second year in a row

by Erin Petenko May 21, 2025, 6:55 amJune 6, 2025, 11:11 am

Marble sign reading "Federal Building United States Post Office United States Court House Montpelier Vermont" with brick detailing above.

Government & Politics

The former Montpelier post office building is up for sale. Could it serve the city or state?

by Erin Petenko May 14, 2025, 5:28 pmMay 15, 2025, 8:23 am

An old building with cars driving past it.

Washington County

Incumbent Samn Stockwell loses Barre City Council seat as 2 new councilors are elected

by Erin Petenko May 14, 2025, 2:11 pmMay 14, 2025, 2:12 pm

An old building with cars driving past it.

Washington County

Barre voters have a choice of City Council candidates with different approaches to its biggest issues

by Erin Petenko May 9, 2025, 7:27 amMay 9, 2025, 10:06 pm

A person walks through a mud-filled street in front of a damaged house with debris scattered around, following a storm in a small town.

Washington County

As Barre voters prepare to weigh in on this year’s budget, flood woes from years past still linger

by Erin Petenko May 2, 2025, 6:09 pmJune 6, 2025, 12:09 pm

Woman charged with manslaughter in shooting death of 45-year-old Barre man

by Erin Petenko April 28, 2025, 6:41 pmApril 28, 2025, 10:48 pm

Northern State Correctional Facility

Vermont man incarcerated in Newport prison dies

by Erin Petenko April 7, 2025, 4:51 pmApril 7, 2025, 4:51 pm

A hand adjusting a Honeywell Home thermostat set to 72 degrees Fahrenheit.

Federal government slashes staffers at critical heating program for Vermont

by Erin Petenko April 3, 2025, 5:36 pmApril 7, 2025, 9:15 am