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Government & Politics

Rep. Becca Balint on the new federal budget: ‘Devastating to rural America’

by Theo Wells-Spackman July 9, 2025, 6:41 pmJuly 10, 2025, 9:14 am

Three people wearing protective caps and lab coats observe potted plants in a greenhouse.

Eyeing a crowded market, Vermont cannabis sellers wonder what’s next

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 23, 2024, 5:17 pmAugust 23, 2024, 5:17 pm

A person wearing a yellow safety vest and beanie stands beside a white "Tri-Valley Transit" van, resting one hand on the driver's side mirror. The van has contact information on the side.

Armed with public money, nonprofits are trying to meet Vermont’s small-town transit needs

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 22, 2024, 6:51 amAugust 21, 2024, 7:26 pm

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Canadian wildfires to impact Vermont’s air quality on Friday

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 15, 2024, 5:54 pmAugust 15, 2024, 5:55 pm

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UVM President Suresh Garimella tapped to lead University of Arizona

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 9, 2024, 1:21 pmAugust 9, 2024, 7:01 pm

Rhode Island man arraigned on 17 charges, including attempted murder of 3 Vermont state troopers

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 8, 2024, 6:57 pmAugust 8, 2024, 7:33 pm

A group of people stands outdoors holding a banner that reads "Human Rights" and "Derechos Humanos." They are gathered on a rural roadside with a farm in the background.

Pawlet Selectboard member cited for assaulting farm worker, juvenile

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 6, 2024, 4:57 pmAugust 6, 2024, 4:57 pm

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Mosquitoes in Grand Isle and Franklin counties test positive for EEE virus

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 5, 2024, 5:11 pmAugust 5, 2024, 5:11 pm

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Champlain Valley

After early July floods, Starksboro and Huntington eye ‘astronomical’ costs and mounting losses

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 4, 2024, 7:55 amAugust 5, 2024, 12:08 pm

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Dog Mountain cancels summer festival as St. Johnsbury floods wreak havoc

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 1, 2024, 4:44 pmAugust 2, 2024, 2:06 pm

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Government & Politics

In Bennington County’s Senate primary, the late Dick Sears remains on the ballot

by Theo Wells-Spackman July 29, 2024, 2:26 pmJuly 29, 2024, 6:12 pm

A small grocery store named Pratt's Store with fresh meats, deli, groceries, and catering services. Several people and vehicles are in the parking lot. The store is located at an intersection with traffic lights.

As Vermont’s weather worsens, emergency communications aren’t reaching all of its rural residents

by Emma Malinak and Theo Wells-Spackman July 28, 2024, 7:49 amJuly 26, 2024, 6:50 pm

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Tough cuts and leadership changes: One year into the Vermont State University experiment

by Theo Wells-Spackman July 21, 2024, 8:24 amAugust 28, 2024, 4:25 pm

A large construction vehicle moves dirt next to a conveyor belt depositing material into a large pile at a quarry, with green hills and a blue sky in the background.

With road repair materials in demand, Vermont turns to local producers

by Theo Wells-Spackman July 16, 2024, 2:12 pmJuly 16, 2024, 2:12 pm