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Washington Central to Vote on Making It Easier to Close Schools
An August 11 vote on changing the district’s articles of agreement is the latest chapter in an uneasy partnership among five central Vermont towns.
An Independent PAC Is Spending Big to Support Democrat Aly Richards’ Bid for Governor
The formation of the PAC has spurred criticism from Aly Richards’ opponent, Amanda Janoo. But Richards says she cannot control what it does.
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Queen City Public Safety Debate Shifts to Needle Exchanges
Democratic councilors say Burlington’s downtown is not the place for programs that offer free syringes, reigniting debate about the approach to public safety.
Athletes at the Vermont Ninja Warrior Training Center Aim for the Big Time
The newly relocated and expanded center in Essex hosts classes for all ages and a team whose members have appeared on “American Ninja Warrior.”
A Burlington Artist Captures the Good News in Town
Each week, Paige Hurley creates a one-page piece of art that represents acts of kindness, compassion or whimsy that she or others witness.
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From the Publisher: You Picked ’Em
Inspired by the readers’ picks in our Seven Daysies best-of-Vermont contest, publisher Paula Routly headed to St. Albans to experience its winners and finalists.
Deal Struck on Vermont Wetlands Regulation Reform
Environmental groups agreed not to sue over the new wetlands regulations even though the state is reducing the size of buffer zones in certain areas.
Man Admits to Paying Migrant Justice Leader in Border Smuggling Case
Tuesday’s guilty plea comes as José Ignacio “Nacho” De La Cruz De La Rosa awaits trial related to helping smuggle migrants across the border.
An Evangelist Has a Plan in Poultney. Can He Pull It Off?
Tommie Zito wants to launch a Christian university on the grounds of Green Mountain College. His history, which includes a bankrupt ministry, suggests he has his…
Burlington Dems Push Through Public Safety Resolution Despite Criticism
The Burlington City Council approved a controversial measure despite strong pushback against the plan during three hours of public comment.
It’s Astounding: ‘Rocky Horror’ Threats Came From Troupe’s Musical Director, Cops Say
Essex Community Players rehearsed for weeks, but its show was canceled due to ominous texts. Police say a person working on the production was responsible.
Driver Cited for Burlington Crash That Killed 16-Year-Old Cyclist
Police did not release any new details about how the crash occurred. The driver, Douglas Knapp, is due in court next month.
News Quiz: Higher ed regulators are raising concerns about the future of which Vermont school?
Answer this question and seven others in our new weekly news quiz about Vermont news. It’s quick, fun and informative.
Burlington Mayor, Dems Clash Over Public Safety Resolution
Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak has said Democratic city councilors want to “arrest and imprison” their way out of a complex crisis.
Ways and Means
As Political Discourse Craters, ‘The Vermont Way’ Largely Persists
This final installment in our “Ways & Means” series considers whether the Vermont legislature’s tradition of civility and compromise can endure.
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Choreographer Hannah Dennison Debuts ‘Forest,’ Her New Site-Specific Work
Vermont viewers will interpret for themselves the dancers’ abstract and partly improvised movements and gestures among the trees in Washington and Bradford.
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Sweetwaters Makes a Church Street Comeback in Burlington
Longtime owner David Melincoff and his team reopened the downtown landmark in April after a four-year absence. The menu balances nostalgia with fresh takes.
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The Chrisanthemums: Vermont’s Made-Up Music Awards
Inspired by the Seven Daysies, our music editor invented his own honors for the Farnsworthiest music on the Vermont scene.
Album Review: Emma Cook, ‘Of the Morning’
The Burlington songwriter’s latest is a sonically gorgeous collection that reflects a mature artist reckoning with objectification, anxiety and self-doubt.
Album Review: McAsh, ‘FSTVL SZN’
While the EP comprises just three hilarious, punk-infused songs, it solidifies the Windsor group’s status as Vermont’s best — and maybe only — ska band.
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Three Dog Days Streaming Options: ‘Widow’s Bay,’ ‘Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,’ ‘Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die’
Our critic watched an acclaimed horror-comedy series, a frenetic thriller-comedy show and a possible cult sci-fi film in the making.
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Nest: A Summer 2026 Guide to Vermont Homes & Real Estate
From DIY interior design to hiring a contractor, planting trees to paring your possessions, read all about it in the latest issue of Nest.
Nest • Summer 2026
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The 2026 Good Citizen Challenge Makes Learning Civics Fun
Attention teachers and caregivers: Kids in grades K-8 can learn about civics and win prizes by completing fun activities this summer
Kids VT Summer Fun • 2026
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