Tag: VTDigger
Burlington Voters to Decide on Officials’ Role in Eviction Timing
Burlington Voters to Decide on Officials' Role in Eviction TimingAs the rental market in Burlington, Vermont faces increasing pressure due to a low vacancy rate of 2.2%, the City Council is seeking more authority...
Brian A. Stephany: VTDigger Interview and Updates
Brian Alexander Stephany, a beloved figure in the Burlington, Vermont community, passed away unexpectedly on February 5, 2025, at the age of 54. Known for his craftsmanship as a painting contractor and his warm...
Winooski Approves Sanctuary School Policy: The Need is Now
Winooski Makes History with Sanctuary School PolicyWinooski Middle High School in Vermont made headlines recently as it became the first school district in the state to pass a sanctuary school policy. The policy, designed...
Vermont Supreme Court Dismisses Senators’ Lawsuit Over Education Secretary
Vermont Supreme Court Dismisses Senators' Lawsuit Over Education SecretaryIn a recent decision, the Vermont Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by two senators regarding Governor Phil Scott's appointment of Zoie Saunders as interim...
Enhancing Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Washington County
Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) in Vermont has recently taken a significant step in enhancing its substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services by integrating Treatment Associates into its outpatient division. This move aims...
Investigating Joan M. Braun’s Impact on VTDigger
Joan Mulford Braun: A Legacy of Service and ImpactOn a quiet Thursday afternoon in Shelburne, Vermont, Joan Mulford Braun bid farewell to this world, surrounded by the love of her family. Her passing on...
Waterbury Dam Repair to Enhance Flood Protection
Vermont's Waterbury Dam, a critical structure for flood protection in the Winooski River Valley, is facing a significant need for repair and upgrades. The dam, which serves as the largest in the state, is...
The Power of Food in Relationships: Young Writers Project
In a world where the way to someone's heart is often paved with delicious meals, 14-year-old Amaris Seville from Cavendish knows the power of food in relationships all too well. Through her poetic words,...
Vermont House Passes Mid-Year Budget Tune-Up Amid Shelter Program Debate
The Vermont House Makes a Budget Tune-Up with Controversy Over Shelter ProgramThe Vermont House recently gathered in the House chamber at the Statehouse in Montpelier to pass a critical piece of legislation. This bill,...
Northwestern Medical Center Nurses Union Formation Vote – VTDigger
Northwestern Medical Center Nurses Vote to UnionizeIn a landmark decision on June 21, 2021, the dedicated registered nurses of Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans made history by voting in favor of unionizing after...