Senate Confirms Zoie Saunders as Education Secretary
With a vote of 22-8, the Vermont Senate confirmed Zoie Saunders as the state's education secretary, putting an end to nearly a year of uncertainty. Saunders, who had been serving in an interim capacity...
Shelburne Police Sergeant Faces Felony Charge in Fatal Crash
Shelburne Police Sergeant Faces Felony Charge in Fatal CrashIn a tragic turn of events, Shelburne police Sergeant Kyle Kapitanski found himself at the center of a legal storm following a fatal crash that claimed...
Montpelier State Street Construction: Downtown Preparations for Months
Montpelier’s State Street is on the brink of major upheaval with a construction project set to kick off on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, lasting through June. The initiative aims to address stormwater management...
New England Travel Deals for Lucky Adventures
St. Patrick's Day is fast approaching, which means the Boston parade, and all things Irish, are front of mind. This week, we’ll talk about how the Boston Irish Heritage Trail is changing, murder-mystery getaways...
Adapting Vermont General Stores: Changing with the Times
Vermont General Stores: The Heart of CommunityGeneral stores have long been the heartbeat of rural Vermont communities, serving as more than just a place to pick up necessities. These establishments embody the essence of...
Challenges Faced by Vermont Health Care Workers: Advocates Report Threats and Attacks
Health Care Workers in Vermont Face Increasing Violence: Advocates Push for Better ProtectionsViolence in hospital emergency rooms has become a distressing norm, both in Vermont and nationwide. Liz Couto, a dedicated emergency department nurse...
Norwich University Employment Discrimination Lawsuit: Latest Update
Norwich University Faces Employment Discrimination Lawsuit: A Deep Dive into Allegations of Gender and National Origin BiasNorwich University, a prestigious military institution in Northfield, is embroiled in a legal battle as former faculty member...
Vermont Tradition: Welcoming or Scaring?
A Vermont Tradition: Compassion or Cruelty?Recently, a heart-wrenching incident unfolded near the Vermont-Canada border, where a family of asylum-seekers was detained by Customs and Border Protection. The wife and three young children endured 30...
Agatha Kessler: Montpelier Bridge’s Sergeant-at-Arms
Agatha Kessler: The Unseen Force Behind Vermont's CapitolAs I stroll down State Street, the imposing presence of the capitol building never fails to intrigue me. It's a hub of activity, especially amidst the turbulence...
2025 Kids VT Money Issue: A Preview | Seven Days
Financial literacy is a critical life skill that often goes overlooked, but its importance cannot be understated. As a parent, I never realized how essential it would be until I saw the impact it...