Education reform won’t address Vermont’s property tax rates for years. As delinquencies rise in some towns, leaders seek both short- and long-term solutions.
With Omega Optical, the Vermont inventor and entrepreneur reached for the stars, but his heart always remained in Brattleboro.
Three months into the legislative session, it remains unclear whether the House, Senate and Scott administration will be able to compromise on school governance and funding.
New rules under consideration would make Vermont’s tough rules for wake boats even more restrictive.
Cameras at the Vermont Institute of Natural Science capture Windsor and Dewey, a pair of eagles, preening, eating and nestling atop their single egg.
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Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak said the city is at a “generational” moment in which investments in the future will start to bear fruit.
With Omega Optical, the Vermont inventor and entrepreneur reached for the stars, but his heart always remained in Brattleboro.
From learning to play bridge to protecting native plants to understanding life as a transgender person, Wallingford University taps the town’s collective wisdom.
The choral group sings pieces by Carl and Erik Nielsen — one a Danish composer paying tribute to spring, the other a Vermonter playfully honoring mud season.
An exhibition at the Vermont History Museum in Montpelier resurrects and reexamines paintings of “Vermont Firsts” made in 1976.
Justin Morgan-Parmett opened a new spa that offers float therapy. Go behind the scenes of this “Stuck in Vermont” video.
On April 10 and 11, Karma Bird House hosts the free event, featuring more than 30 independent vendors and artists who make books
Mitchell-Giddings Fine Arts in Brattleboro hosts a survey of works by the acclaimed Putney watercolorist, who died in December at age 91.
Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including Food Network stalwart Alton Brown at Paramount Theatre in Rutland.
The Craftsbury Common school is closing in June. But staff and alumni of its innovative cooking program still have lessons to teach.
After the family-run eatery moved to Cambridge from Fairfax, it trimmed hours — but customers can still order grilled cheese for breakfast and pancakes for lunch.
Ahead of this summer’s World Cup, owner Joseph Fox has opened a casual spot that serves sliders alongside matches from the English Premier League and more.
Beth Minor and Doug Hood have built a small bakery and store beside their house that will offer freshly baked breads and pastries, all made with local flour.
The Burlington singer-songwriter nears 25 years of straddling the folk and jam worlds and celebrates with his most eclectic album to date.
In Vermont music news: The Phish guitarist goes acoustic, Robber Robber continue to ascend, and Montpelier’s Do Good Fest is feeling the ’90s.
Over 16 tracks, the Vermont/New Hampshire band lays out a grim yet hauntingly beautiful portrait of dark Western tragedies.
Rather than a drama, Kristoffer Borgli’s tale of wedding jitters, starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya, is a dark comedy built on an intriguing hypothetical.
In addition to Project Hail Mary here’s what is playing in Northern and Central Vermont movie theaters this week. Listings include new movies, vintage films and a directory of open theaters.
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Cemeteries can be lovely green spaces to visit, but they aren’t dog parks. Here are some commonsense tips for finding out if pups are prohibited.
Brattleboro man had a deep love for the town and its people and showed up for his community through formal leadership and quiet acts of generosity
Please join us for a celebration of life to honor Mel Buss. We will gather together on Saturday, May 16, 1 p.m., at the Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society in Middlebury to remember Mel. All friends and family are welcome to attend and share memories. Please email Sarah at sbuss8@gmail.com with any questions or to…
Burlington woman loved music and the great outdoors, and her children were her world
Celebration of Life for Priscilla BakerPlease join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026, 1 p.m., at the Congregational Church in Middlebury, Vt.To live stream the event: youtube.com/@midducc/streamsPriscilla died peacefully on February 5, 2026. She lived by the belief that her life belonged to the community.
Librarian and teacher was an avid golfer, reader and bridge player
“All-around iconoclast” could make friends with anyone and loved sailing and the lakes, ponds and rivers of his adopted state
One-of-a-kind character and proud Vermonter had a lifelong passion for horses
Colchester man loved camping, the outdoors and spending time near the water
Vermont native was a familiar sight in the Church Street information kiosk in Burlington and loved opening her home to friends and family
“Man of the land” took pride in his work and found joy in the simple pleasures of life
U.S. Navy veteran, entrepreneur and broadcaster brought Burlington’s first FM radio station to life
