Vermont News

Planning a trip to New England? Well, you might want to check out the Quechee Hot Air Balloon Festival in Vermont and the Maine Lobster Festival. Oh, and don't forget to explore some of...

In a town hall with Rep. Becca Balint and Sen. Peter Welch, leaders of nine organizations expressed defiance as President Trump attacks federal arts and culture agencies. The event took place in Randolph, where...

Life LinesIn MemoriamFacebook, Twitter, Reddit, EmailPublished May 7, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.Forget your perfect offering.There is a crack in everything,That’s how the light gets in– Leonard CohenGone so long ago, but never forgotten. You...

So, like, Gov. Maura Healey from Massachusetts and five other governors from the northeastern states are getting together with Canadian provincial leaders to talk about Donald Trump's tariffs. They're meeting in Boston to figure...

It's that time of the year again when the Seven Daysies finalists for 2025 have been announced! With over 73,000 nominations from nearly 10,000 readers, the competition is fierce. The final voting round is...

Longtime IBM employee and life member of the Essex Junction Fire Department, Art J. LaGrange, who loved working for the public works department in retirement, passed away on December 26, 2024, after battling cancer....

So, like, the other day, a bunch of lawyers in Vermont decided to hit the streets and make a statement. Apparently, this was the first time in, like, forever that Vermont lawyers came together...

The Begining of Life by Jaquira Earley, 17, of West RutlandYoung Writers Project is a creative, online community of teen writers and visual artists that began in Burlington in 2006. Every week, VTDigger publishes...

So, like, guess what? Margaret Draft, Emma Hunsinger, Lucy Ives, and GennaRose Nethercott totally snagged the 2024 Vermont Book Award, which is, like, a big deal, you know? The winners were announced at Vermont...

The Vermont Department for Children and Families is asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit that claims the state targets and tracks pregnant women who are deemed unsuitable for motherhood. The lawsuit, filed by...

Z. Philip Ambrose, who passed away on February 11, 2025, will have his funeral mass on May 12, 2025. The service will take place at Saint Mary's Episcopal Church, located at 203 South Main...

So, like, this Central Vermont Humane Society, right? They saved this totally unexpected trio of animals wandering around together one night. And get this, it was two dogs and a cat, can you believe...

So, like, last year, the state of Vermont passed this big law aimed at making fossil fuel companies pay for all the damage caused by climate change. It was supposed to be a game-changer,...

This piece is by Jamie Dansereau, who is the big boss of afterschool and summer stuff for West River Education District. If you know me, you know I’m a big dreamer. I’ve never been...

Planning a trip to New England this May? Well, buckle up because I've got a running list of travel deals that will help you save some serious cash along the way. From transportation to...

So, like, there's this super old library in Johnson, built back in 1909 in that Carnegie-style brick look. It's smack dab between Railroad Street and the Gihon River in this former mill town. And...

So, like, have you heard about this tiny glass house in Vermont that everyone is totally obsessed with on Airbnb? Yeah, apparently it's the most wishlisted property in the whole state. Pretty cool, right?Rental...

So, Vermont Humanities has hit a bit of a rough patch lately. They got the rug pulled out from under them when federal funding was slashed from their budget. But fear not, because the...

They are in Maine and Vermont, y'all! The Longfellow Hotel lobby in Portland, Maine is where it's at, according to Carley Rudd Photography. If you're on the hunt for some fresh digs, Esquire is...

Joseph Swanson's job performance has been under the microscope ever since he got put on leave back in October. The police department staff weren't too happy with him, saying he wasn't pulling his weight...

Democratic Majority Leader Sen. Kesha Ram Hinsdale, D-Chittenden Southeast, was spotted listening to a debate at the Statehouse in Montpelier on a fine Tuesday morning in February. The photo was captured by Glenn Russell/VTDigger,...

A Tufts University student named Rumeysa Ozturk has been stuck in detention for five long weeks now. This news comes from a federal appeals court in New York, which decided to hold off on...

Shortly before midnight last Friday, Railroad Street in Johnson was lit up like a Christmas tree, thanks to a bunch of floodlights. There were about 100 folks hanging out on the road and sidewalk,...

So, I read this article by Rep. Daisy Berbeco, who is a Democrat from Winooski. She's like a big deal in the House Committee on Health Care and also part of the House Discrimination...

So, like, if your mom is into travel, there are some pretty cool spots around New England where you can take her for Mother's Day. From a beachy escape on Cape Cod to a...

So, get this. The Burlington City Arts just gave this artist from Winooski, Corrine Yonce, the 2025 Diane Gabriel Visual Artist Award. It comes with a cool $5,000 cash prize and $1,000 to spend...

A Vermont firm recalled more than 1,700 pounds of butter contaminated with coliform, a type of bacteria found in fecal matter. Agri-Mark Inc., based in Waitsfield, Vermont, recalled 189 cases of Cabot Creamery 8-ounce...

The Big Picture Theater & Café, located in Waitsfield, is preparing to make a comeback as a nonprofit organization, reopening on May 1. The community is optimistic about this new approach and hopes it...

The case of Tufts graduate student Rümeysa Öztürk took center stage in a courthouse in Burlington, Vermont, Monday, as her lawyers argued that Öztürk should be immediately released or at least returned to Vermont...

Title: Palestinian Activist in Custody: Court Hearing ContinuesProtesters gathered outside the courthouse in Burlington for Mohsen Mahdawi's hearing, a Columbia University student with legal residency in the U.S. Now, let's talk about the nitty-gritty...

Choosing Abundance: Miro Weinberger's Vision for Vermont's FutureIf you’ve been catching up on podcasts, staying up late watching talk shows, or mindlessly scrolling through social media lately, you've definitely come across “Abundance,” the new...

Migrant dairy workers in Vermont are increasingly scared to leave their farms due to the threat of detention and deportation by the Trump administration, according to immigrants’ rights advocates. “We’re hearing from people and...

Mohsen Mahdawi, a legal permanent resident holding a green card since 2015, got arrested at the US Citizenship and Immigration Services office in Colchester, his lawyers said. Not really sure why this matters, but...

Vermont Civil Unions Law Anniversary Celebrated | Seven DaysKim Nolan and Jen Mathews got married in Shelburne on January 1. The two women opted for an intimate ceremony with just the two of them...

In 2025, Yelp has crowned the best seafood restaurants in New England, showcasing six regional eateries that have captured the hearts and palates of seafood enthusiasts across the region. From lobster bisque to paella...

In a recent development, Marlene Tromp, the 28th president of the University of Vermont, has been named as the new leader of the institution. With a background as a humanities scholar and having previously...

President Trump's recent executive order poses a threat to the Vermont Historical Society's significant COVID-19 project, putting libraries and museums at risk. The project, a three-year oral history initiative capturing the pandemic's impact in...

State Officials Fear Loss of Federal Funding for Vermont Transportation ProjectsState officials in Vermont are grappling with the looming threat of losing federal funding for crucial transportation projects in major cities. President Donald Trump's...

Vermont Stage Unveils 'Primary Trust' - An Emotional Journey of New BeginningsVermont Stage is set to captivate audiences with the highly anticipated production of 'Primary Trust', a heartwarming play that promises to touch the...

Vermont Events: A Week of Excitement and CultureIn the vibrant state of Vermont, a plethora of events await to captivate and entertain locals and visitors alike. From thought-provoking discussions on artificial intelligence to lively...

Dating back to the early 1800s, the Elmore Store has stood as a beloved cornerstone in the heart of a rural lakeside town in Lamoille County. With a rich history spanning over two centuries...

Shelburne Cop Denies Responsibility in Fatal Cyclist CollisionSgt. Kyle Kapitanski, a Shelburne police officer, found himself in the midst of a legal battle after a tragic incident that claimed the life of cyclist Sean...

Lyle Charles Boyce Sr., a beloved U.S. Army veteran known for his dedication to family, sense of humor, and impressive jitterbug skills, passed away peacefully at the age of 95 in his home on...

The Impact of Trump's Federal Grant Cuts on University of VermontFacing the repercussions of President Donald Trump's federal grant cutbacks, researchers at the University of Vermont are grappling with the termination of about a...

The forecast for northern and central Vermont is looking rather wet and potentially problematic as we head into Sunday and Monday. With rain and snowmelt on the horizon, the National Weather Service has issued...

In a recent turn of events, Governor Phil Scott has wielded his veto power for the first time since the November election, making a bold statement against excessive spending in a bill proposed by...

The U.S. Senate narrowly avoided a federal government shutdown by approving a bill just hours before the midnight deadline. The vote proceeded after enough Democrats decided against blocking the Republican bill with a filibuster....

Tim and Kristin Halvorson, the dynamic co-owners of the beloved EB Strong's Prime Steakhouse on Church Street in Burlington, have exciting news to share with the community. They have recently submitted permit applications to...

Vermont News Outlets Advocate for Local SupportState lawmakers in Vermont recently introduced House Bill H.244, aimed at increasing the state government's advertising expenditures with local news organizations. The bill, titled “An act relating to...

Vermont Lawmakers Push to Limit State Cooperation with ICEVermont lawmakers are taking a stand against potential collaboration between local law enforcement agencies and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Concerns have arisen in response...