Toxic herbicide banned from Vermont, has links to Parkinson's disease
Vermont is the first state in the nation to ban paraquat, a highly toxic weed killer.
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House Speaker Jill Krowinski will not seek reelection
The seven-term Democrat from Burlington, who was first elected to the speaker’s office in January 2021, made her decision public during a meeting with House colleagues Thursday afternoon.
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Board rejects bear baiting proposals
Vermont’s Fish and Wildlife Board has tabled two bids for a bear baiting season in the state, at least for now.
Democrats want to expedite hospital pricing reforms. Gov. Phil Scott could veto their bill
The legislation would fast-track pricing reforms for plans sold on Vermont Health Connect and as well as those offered to school employees.
Melissa D found song inspiration in a Norman Rockwell kids' book
This week’s Friday Song is “Songbird” by the Middlebury-based singer-songwriter.
University of Vermont to get $12M in state funding for new athletic venue
House lawmakers signed off on the controversial appropriation Thursday night. UVM says it hopes to reverse declining enrollment by constructing the largest indoor sports and entertainment venue in the state.
Vermont lawmakers approve modest changes to cannabis market
A bill headed to Gov. Phil Scott’s desk would increase the daily amount of cannabis flower a person can purchase from 1 ounce to 2 ounces. It would also allow licensed retailers to sell cannabis at a limit...
In review: Education reform updates, Jill Krowinski looks to the exit, election season shapes up
Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.
Over 500 Vermont National Guard soldiers honored before overseas deployment
More than 500 soldiers from the Vermont National Guard gathered at the Ethan Allen Firing Range in Jericho on Friday to mark the 3-172 Infantry Battalion’s scheduled deployment to the U.S. Central Command...
One Vermont school's plan to survive? A bachelor's in emergency services
Saint Michael's College in Colchester, Vt., is offering deep tuition discounts and launching a new program in emergency services to train EMTs and firefighters.
In review: Lawmakers' funding woes, ed reform at impasse over mergers, hidden parking fees
Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.
Capitol Recap: Impasse over forced mergers threatens education reform
Republican Gov. Phil Scott is threatening to keep the part-time Legislature in Montpelier through the summer if they don’t pass legislation that requires school districts to merge into larger governance un...
Grand Isle County’s top prosecutor pleads not guilty to DUI charge
Grand Isle State’s Attorney Doug DiSabito was arrested nearly a month ago after police say he appeared intoxicated at a courthouse in St. Albans.
NEK mental health agency will pay Vermont $65K to settle neglect, overbilling claims
Under the settlement, announced Monday, the social service nonprofit has also promised to undergo organizational reforms.
Swanton Electric seeks 30% rate hike from state regulators
The municipal utility says a rip in its rubber dam is forcing it to buy power it used to make locally.
Man wanted by ICE misses state court appearance
Deyvi Daniel Corona Sanchez was charged with a DUI in January, triggering a chain of events that led to a chaotic standoff between immigration agents and activists in South Burlington in March.
NOFA-VT funds community dinners through new micro-grant program
Between February and April, NOFA-VT sponsored “Long-Handled Spoons” dinners in every county in Vermont.
Trial delayed for man accused of shooting Palestinian college students in Burlington
A judge ruled on Friday to move Jason Eaton’s trial from June to September. The move comes after the judge allowed Eaton to pursue an insanity defense.
University of Vermont seeks taxpayer money to build 5,000-seat athletic venue
Republican Gov. Phil Scott is asking lawmakers to spend $15 million on a "multi-purpose center" for UVM, which he says will be “a huge economic driver for both the state and university.”
June-bearing, day-neutral or wild: plant different strawberry types for an abundance of fruit this season
Learn the best types of strawberries to grow for a fruitful strawberry harvest this season!
Hundreds gather at St. Albans protest against ICE and CBP
Protesters gathered at Taylor Park in downtown St. Albans to speak out against recent actions by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement. A sit-in at the downtown federal build...
In review: Overdose deaths, ethics funding, guns in bars
Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.
A Connecticut man set out to collect accordions — and ended up saving stories
At a museum in North Canaan, Paul Ramunni preserves the history and unexpected connections behind an often overlooked and misunderstood instrument.