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UVM Medical Center is Losing $460,000 Every Day
Lawmakers and regulators say the hospital system’s losses reflect a predictable outcome of Vermont’s health care cost structure, not an unexpected crisis.
Bodycam Review Absolves Officers at ICE Raid, Police Say
South Burlington and Vermont State Police released a combined 120 hours of footage and defended their officers’ conduct while placing blame on federal authorities.
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A Buyer Had Dreams for Green Mountain College’s Grounds. Not Anymore.
Raj Bhakta had an ambitious vision for the campus in Poultney when he bought it six years ago. Now he’s giving it away.
Invest in Your Neighbors’ Future With the Vermont Community Loan Fund
Impact investors are putting their money toward supporting affordable housing, child care and local businesses. It’s easier than you might think.
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Man to Raise Insanity Defense in Shooting of Palestinian Students
Jason Eaton’s decision comes several days after a judge ruled that he was competent to stand trial for the November 2023 shooting.
Prosecutor’s Problem Dog Bites Defense Attorney’s Face
Diane Wheeler’s dog, Moose, had terrorized a Burlington neighborhood. There’d been no recent reports of bad behavior, though, until Monday.
News Quiz: Strafford-born superstar Noah Kahan is backing a state bill aimed at cracking down on who?
Answer this question and seven others in out new weekly news quiz about Vermont news. It’s quick, fun and informative.
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Democrats Miffed Over Scott’s Appointments to Vacant Seats
Party leaders said Democratic appointments were taking far longer than Republican ones.
Who’s the Best? Nominate Your Favorites in the Seven Daysies!
The Seven Daysies ballot is open for nominations now through Sunday, May 3. Help us celebrate the best of Vermont by writing in your favorite businesses,…
Burlington Weighs the Future of Its ‘Pod’ Homeless Shelter
Three years after opening, the tiny-home village has not led many people to permanent housing. But the shelter is making a difference, advocates say.
Vermont’s Roads Are in Rough Shape — and Likely to Get Worse
As the gas tax declines, Vermont lawmakers are struggling to establish new funding streams to keep up the state’s roads.
Repeal of Some Act 250 Reforms Appears Likely
A key House committee expressed support for repealing new environmental rules that have riled rural residents.
Free Cone Day and the Battle for Ben & Jerry’s Soul
The ice cream company founder is trying to buy back the biz from its corporate owner, Magnum Ice Cream Company. Cohen has been outspoken about the…
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Ethics Panel Dismisses Complaints Over Lawmakers’ Trip to Israel
House Ethics Panel found the 2025 Israel trip fell within gift rules for widely attended events. Jewish Voices for Peace condemned the decision.
→ Arts + Culture
‘The Rocky Horror Show’ Canceled Over Threats to Cast and Board
The spring musical by Essex Community Players was plagued by delays, cost overruns and threats sparked by changes to the gender of its titular character.
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Tasting New Versions of Three Addison County Food Businesses
Driving down Route 7 and looking for a treat? Some old favorites are in new spots. Here’s the scoop on Vergennes Laundry, Gilfeather’s and Vermont Cookie…
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Burlington Discover Jazz Festival Announces 2026 Lineup
Tank and the Bangas, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and soul music icon Mavis Staples will headline the 43rd annual festival in June.
Liz Cooper Wakes Up to a ‘New Day’
On her latest solo album, the renegade indie-rock singer-songwriter begins a new chapter of her life and career in Vermont.
On the Beat: What Doth Life Goes Nonprofit; New Release Radar
A southern Vermont music organization becomes a nonprofit; new music from Dari Bay and Tyler Mast; and a new cultural and music project launches in Springfield.
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Gripping Oscar Nominee ‘The Alabama Solution’ Takes Viewers Inside Prison Walls
Andrew Jarecki and Charlotte Kaufman directed the documentary, which incorporates footage shot by incarcerated men in the wake of an alleged murder.
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Vershire Couple Wins HGTV’s ‘Ugliest House in America’
Through a $150K renovation, the couple’s Orange County home, the “Mishmosh Hodgepodge,” transformed into a stylish mountaintop dream house.
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Editor’s Note: The Kids VT Money Issue 2026
Cathy Resmer reflects on the coloring contest and the upcoming Next GENerator: VT’s Youth Maker Market — two examples of reader engagement.
Kids VT Money Issue • 2026
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