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The Deeper Dig: Is Vermont ready to reopen?

By Mike Dougherty and Erin Petenko

Apr 11 2021April 11, 2021

On this week’s podcast, experts discuss the state’s plan to lift most Covid restrictions by July 4.


Covid-19 moves into Northeast Kingdom; Burlington numbers still high

By Erin Petenko

Apr 11 2021April 11, 2021

The newest surge in cases has migrated to Orleans and Caledonia counties, both of which reported a high number of towns in the top category of case numbers compared to their population.


Vermont announces details on finding affordable summer programs

By Erin Petenko

Apr 9 2021April 9, 2021

Heather Bouchey

The options outlined Friday at the governor’s regular press conference will include academic programming, meant to compensate for a year of mostly remote schooling. It also will feature recreation, arts, nature and other enrichment activities.


Experts urge flexibility with Vermont’s reopening timeline

By Mike Dougherty and Erin Petenko

Apr 7 2021April 11, 2021

While Phil Scott’s plan to loosen Covid-19 restrictions could encourage people to get vaccinations, public health researchers say the coming weeks still hold many unknowns.


Phil Scott rolls out timeline for full reopening

By Mike Dougherty and Erin Petenko

Apr 6 2021April 6, 2021

Phil Scott in front of video monitor

Under the four-phase plan, unvaccinated travelers will no longer need to quarantine starting April 9, and all gathering limits will be lifted by July 4.


Covid cases on rise in Burlington, and in nearly every Vermont county

By Erin Petenko

Apr 4 2021April 4, 2021

Burlington in particular is cause for concern. The city passed the 2,000-case mark this week, reporting 2,110 cases in total, a 21% increase in two weeks.


Senior centers, adult day centers can begin to reopen

By Erin Petenko

Apr 2 2021April 4, 2021

Mark Levine at podium, Phil Scott in background

At his Friday press conference, however, Gov. Phil Scott said that because of rising cases he was putting off his expected announcement of a ‘blueprint’ for a broader reopening.


Did easing restrictions cause Covid cases to rise? There’s no clear trend

By Erin Petenko

Apr 1 2021April 2, 2021

Woman showing shoulder to EMT holding sterile wipe

Both the vaccination rate and Covid-19 cases continue to rise, creating a contradiction that clouds the question: Is Vermont ready to reopen?


The Deeper Dig: Kids and the Covid vaccine

By Mike Dougherty and Erin Petenko

Mar 30 2021March 30, 2021

Patsy Kelso

State Epidemiologist Patsy Kelso says that while herd immunity is a goal, the state is focused on getting as many people vaccinated as they can.


Vermonters of color to be eligible for Covid vaccine starting Thursday

By Erin Petenko

Mar 30 2021March 30, 2021

Nurse at rolling cart between hospital curtains

‘BIPOC Vermonters stand out and don’t want to be accused of cutting the line, so they are trying to follow the rules and guidance, and it’s not easy,’ said state Sen. Kesha Ram.


Vermont ranks well in vaccine distribution, but poorly in Covid numbers

By Erin Petenko

Mar 29 2021March 29, 2021

The state set its one-day record for Covid cases Friday, with 251 cases, then followed that up with a one-day total of 240 cases, one of the highest in Vermont’s experience with the pandemic.


Town Covid data shows sharp increases in Franklin and Orleans counties

By Erin Petenko

Mar 28 2021March 28, 2021

The report was prepared before Vermont reported a new high in case counts on Friday, with record-breaking levels in Chittenden and Rutland counties.


Record-breaking Covid case total led by surging numbers in young people

By Erin Petenko

Mar 26 2021March 26, 2021

Mark Levine

At a press conference Friday, Health Commissioner Mark Levine said half of the cases announced in the last two weeks were in people under 30.


Awaiting kids’ vaccine, families wonder how to navigate Covid rules

By Erin Petenko and Mike Dougherty

Mar 25 2021March 26, 2021

Mark Levine at podium

None of the Covid vaccines approved by the federal government are currently recommended for children younger than 16, which makes life for families uncertain.


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