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Judy Stilwell Podgorny: A Legacy of Compassion and Dedication Judy Stilwell Podgorny, a revered professor of nursing, passed away peacefully in Chandler, Arizona, on December 8, 2024. Born in Hillsdale, New Jersey, on December 28,...

A protester rallies fellow activists at a Palestinian solidarity encampment at the University of Vermont in Burlington on April 30, 2024. File photo by Glenn Russell/VTDiggerA federal court judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed...

Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, Vermont Beer lovers can extend their sudsy stay at brewery hotels across the nation, and New England has three of the best, according to USA Today. The publication recently released...

Burlington City Councilor Joan Shannon Announces Retirement After 20 Years of Service In a surprising turn of events, Burlington City Councilor Joan Shannon (D-South District) has announced her retirement after more than two decades of...

Julia Alvarez: A Literary Force Discusses Borders and Bridges In a recent episode of *The Vermont Conversation with David Goodman*, acclaimed author Julia Alvarez delved into the intricacies of borders and bridges, offering profound insights...

Remembering Jacquelyn F. Arbuckle: A Life Celebrated and Honored In the early morning hours of December 29, 2024, the world lost a remarkable soul. Jacquelyn (Fenelon) Arbuckle, the first executive director of McClure Miller Respite...

Devin Colman's Proposal for Burlington Cathedral Property In the heart of downtown Burlington lies the former Catholic cathedral property, a site that has sparked debates and discussions for years. Devin Colman, a board member of...

A Safer Solution: Rethinking Road Design As the tragedies along Shelburne Road continue to mount, it becomes increasingly clear that the current road design is fundamentally flawed. The Vermont Agency of Transportation's dismissive attitude towards...

Appeal of Burlington Short-Term Rental Ruling Reaches Vermont Supreme Court The plaintiffs in the lawsuit challenging Burlington’s short-term rental regulations have taken their case to the Vermont Supreme Court. This legal battle, which began in...

Reflecting on a Year of Stories: A Look Back at 2024 with Paula Routly In the bustling world of journalism, it’s not often that we get a chance to pause, reflect, and revisit the stories...

KeruBo: Preserving Kenyan Heritage Through Music KeruBo, also known as Irene Webster, is more than just a musician. She is a beacon of culture, resilience, and connection to her homeland of Kenya. At 56 years...

Unexpected Cameo: Reporter Appears in Christmas Movie In an unexpected turn of events, culture writer Hannah Feuer found herself stepping into the spotlight during the filming of the Christmas Cowboy movie. What started as a...

The Impact of 1975 on Vermont: A Look at the State Today In 1975, 82-year-old George Aiken retired to his Putney home after a long political career, marking the end of an era and the...

Navigating a Health Crisis: Reporting on Health Care Journalist Colin Flanders embarked on a deep dive into Vermont's complex health care affordability dilemma while navigating his personal journey of recovering from minor surgery. Flanders, a dedicated...

Navigating Grief and Loss: Insights from Bob Stannard Bob Stannard, an author, musician, former state legislator, and lobbyist from Manchester Center, shares his profound insights on the mysteries of life and death. In a world...

Remembering Mark Utter: A Tribute to His Life Mark Utter, a Colchester writer and filmmaker with nonverbal autism, passed away on October 28 at the age of 59. His unique communication style, known as supported...

Phil Scott to Fill Vacant Rutland County House Seat - VTDigger The House of Representatives chamber at the Statehouse in Montpelier on April 8, 2020. File photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger In a surprising turn of events,...

Rafiqullah's Courageous Story In the bustling world of journalism, where sleep can be elusive on the eve of a big story, the impact of a courageous source can be profound. Colin Flanders, a journalist at...

Winter Storm Forecast for Vermont on New Year's Day A winter storm is set to hit northern parts of Vermont just after midnight on New Year's Day, potentially causing travel disruptions for those celebrating the...

Missed Deadline Excuse Revealed: A Reporter's Journey In the bustling world of journalism, missed deadlines are often met with raised eyebrows and stern reminders. However, for journalist Derek Brouwer, a missed deadline for a story...

Vermont's Homelessness Rate Remains High Vermont continues to grapple with a growing homelessness crisis, as recent data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development revealed. Despite seeing a 5% increase in the homeless...

Solar Storms Bring Northern Lights to U.S. Upper Fringes NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued an exciting announcement that two bursts of plasma expelled by the sun are...

Succeeding a Legend: Alice Dodge Takes on Visual Art Editor Position at Seven Days In a significant transition at Seven Days, reporter Alice Dodge has stepped into the shoes of the esteemed visual art editor,...

Rep. Jay Hooper's Urgent Call to Action In a compelling opinion piece by Rep. Jay Hooper, a Democrat representing the Orange-Washington-Addison district in the Vermont House of Representatives, a clarion call to action reverberates...

Jules Rabin: A Centenarian Activist's Inspiring Journey When it comes to documenting extraordinary lives, one name stands out - Jules Rabin, the 100-year-old activist and former baker from Marshfield. The story of his century-long journey...

Janice Chandler: A Life Remembered South Burlington — Janice (Jan) Eileen Chase Chandler, a beloved figure in the Vermont community, passed away suddenly and peacefully on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving...

Remembering Jeanne Parsley: A Life Well-Lived Jeanne Anderson Parsley, a beloved educator, missionary, and volunteer, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, in Essex, Vt. Born on March 28, 1927, in Elizabeth, N.J., she dedicated...

Top 20 Photos of 2024: VTDigger Photographers Reflect on Their Favorites As 2024 comes to a close, VTDigger photographers Glenn Russell and Natalie Williams took a moment to reflect on the impactful moments they captured...

Woman's 'Death With Dignity' Interview: Seven Days Countdown In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Rita Mannebach traveled from Florida to Vermont to end her life, sparking a profound journey for reporter Alison Novak. The Start of...

Empowering Winooski Students: District Officer Saja Almogalli's Mission Officer Saja Almogalli, a former refugee from Iraq, has taken on a new role as the district liaison officer for the Winooski School District. Since late fall...

Plainfield Flood: A Local Heartbreak In the early hours of December 26, 2024, central Vermont faced devastation once again as flooding wreaked havoc on Plainfield. Reporter Anne Wallace Allen found herself in the heart of...

Support VTDigger and Triple Your Donation Before New Year's Eve VTDigger Editor-in-Chief Paul Heintz, alongside historian Jill Lepore, recently addressed a captivated audience at the Manchester Community Library on Thursday, September 5, 2024. The event...

Struggles and Triumphs of a Food Writer In the bustling world of journalism, there is often a glamorous allure to certain niches, such as being a food writer. Who wouldn't want to indulge in delectable...

Bill Schubart's New Year's Wish List for Vermont Bill Schubart, a prominent Vermont resident, has shared his insightful New Year's wish list for the state of Vermont, emphasizing the importance of leadership, healthcare quality, addiction...

Revealing the Secrets of a Mysterious Dog In a world where communication barriers between humans and animals seem insurmountable, pet psychic Amy Wild emerges as a beacon of hope, shedding light on the enigmatic minds...

Tragedy Strikes in Colchester Home Fire In a tragic turn of events, a person was found dead following a devastating house fire that broke out in the early hours of the morning in...

### Exclusive Interview with Broadway Star Shaina Taub | Behind the Scenes A technical glitch almost derailed what would become an unforgettable interview with the talented Shaina Taub, the mastermind behind the Broadway hit musical...

Identifying the Cause of Difficulties for Church Street Merchants: An Opinion by Martin V. Lavin In Burlington, the Church Street merchants are facing significant challenges that have left many wondering about the root cause of...

Getting Too High: A Journalist's Encounter with Cannabis In the world of journalism, reporters often find themselves in unexpected and sometimes uncomfortable situations. From war zones to wildfire sites, journalists are no strangers to putting...

End of an Era: Associated Press’ Last Vermont Reporter Departs In a significant development that marks the end of an era for Vermont's news landscape, Lisa Rathke, the last remaining Associated Press reporter focused on...

Uncovering the Vermont Statehouse 'Wet-Bagging' Videos Rep. Jim Carroll, a Bennington lawmaker, recently released spy camera videos capturing his colleague, Rep. Mary Morrissey, soaking her canvas bag in the Statehouse. However, the path to revealing...

Brad Cole, the associate head coach of the University of Vermont's men's soccer team, found himself at the center of a historic moment that rocked the nation. In a heart-stopping overtime victory, the Catamounts...

Witnessing Vermont's Total Solar Eclipse On a bright Monday afternoon in Burlington, Vermont, residents and tourists alike gathered at the Lake Champlain waterfront to witness the rare and spectacular event of a total solar eclipse....

Wolcott Couple Dies from Accidental Drug Overdoses Tragic news struck the small town of Wolcott last month when a couple, Tammy and Lucas Menard, were found dead in a tent. The Vermont Department of Health...

Colin Flanders' Unexpected Photo Opp with Bernie Sanders In a surprising turn of events, Colin Flanders, a political reporter at Seven Days, found himself facing a moral dilemma when asked by his grandfather to take...

Federal Government Builds Surveillance Towers Along Canadian Border in Vermont and New York In a recent investigation published by VTDigger, it was revealed that the federal government has quietly constructed surveillance towers along...

Exploring Safe Injection Sites in NYC: A Reporter's Eye-Opening Visit In a groundbreaking move, Kevin McCallum, a dedicated reporter from Seven Days, ventured beyond Vermont's borders to witness firsthand the operations of an overdose-prevention center...

Electric Vehicle Charging Fees Spark Debate in Vermont Municipalities In a bid to strike a balance between costs and public access, municipalities across Vermont are grappling with the issue of electric vehicle (EV) charging fees....

Unexpected Turn of Events In a surprising turn of events, the historic Burlington mayoral election on Town Meeting Day took an unexpected twist as Emma Mulvaney-Stanak emerged victorious, becoming the city's first-ever woman mayor. The...

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