Vermont reports 327 new Covid cases, bringing 7-day average to record high

Vermont reported 327 new Covid-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the state’s seven-day average to an all-time pandemic high. The rolling average of new cases per day receded for more than a week after the previous high of 219 on Sept. 18, but it has now rebounded to 245, according to data from the state Department of…

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The Northern Lights may be visible Tuesday in northern Vermont. Here’s why.

Sky watchers across New England captured the sights last night, including at Sand Bar State Park, just north of Burlington.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Vermont businesses welcome reopening of border with Canada

The Highgate Springs border crossing with Canada on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021. Photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger • Updated at 1:14 p.m. and 3:24 p.m. Vermont businesses are welcoming a reopening of the border with Canada to fully vaccinated travelers. The United States plans to allow foreign nationals who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 to cross…

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Vermont fall leaves 2021 in photos

Watch the progression of fall color as leaf-peeping season in Vermont brightens the landscape.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Lane Felting: When racism is threatened, violence and oppression result

This commentary is by Lane Felting, a psychologist who grew up in Sharon and moved back to town when the Covid-19 pandemic began to spend some time actively writing.  How did the party of Lincoln become the party of Trump?  Trump is often said to be a symptom of a larger sickness in America, and…

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There is an ‘ideal’ size for Burlington Police Department. Can a new report end the debate?

An independent contractor says overall police department numbers should be over 80 people. Here’s the report’s breakdown.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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100 goals! Green Mountain’s Everett Mosher cracks VT high school soccer’s century club

The senior striker scored his 100th career goal during Tuesday’s high school boys soccer victory at Woodstock.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Chile North in New North End of Burlington now featuring Cuban cuisine

Chile North is hosting chef Oscar Arencibia of Santiago’s for a temporary amount of time.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Epizootic hemorrhagic disease confirmed in Rutland County deer

While the majority of Rutland County and the rest of Vermont do not appear to have been affected, confirmed and suspected cases have been found in the towns of Castleton and West Haven. File photo by Tom Rogers/Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department Epizootic hemorrhagic disease, a virus affecting deer, has made its way to Vermont.…

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Following national trend, Vermont brewery turns carbon emissions into beer bubbles

John Kimmich of The Alchemist in Stowe explains how the brewery is capturing and recycling its CO2 emissions on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021. Photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger Fans of Heady Topper, one of Vermont’s first popular craft beers, can now consume the brewery’s carbon emissions.  Carbon dioxide, a gas that contributes to global warming, is…

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Human Rights Commission backs student in discrimination claim against Milton Middle School

A Milton Middle School student may have faced illegal discrimination based on his learning disability, according to a report released by the Vermont Human Rights Commission.  In a 4-1 vote Sept. 23, the commission found that there were “reasonable grounds” to believe that Milton Middle School and the Milton Town School District illegally discriminated against…

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Varsity Insider: Week 5 power rankings for Vermont high school boys soccer

After taking last week off to do the midseason standouts list, the Varsity Insider boys soccer power rankings return.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Historic North Hero inn may become luxury housing

Walt Blasberg, owner of the North Hero House inn and restaurant, is having trouble finding housekeepers and cooks. Photo by Mark Johnson/VTDigger The longtime owner of the North Hero House Inn & Restaurant plans to redevelop his lakeside hotel into luxury housing — a project that would create some of the first new multifamily housing…

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Summer may be over, but blue-green algae blooms could be around for a few weeks more

Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, has been known to continue to bloom into the fall in Vermont. Here’s what to look for.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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As Vermont reports second-highest Covid case average, Scott says ‘I don’t know’ why

Just one week ago, Vermont state officials were cautiously pointing to a seven-day drop in Covid-19 cases as evidence that the Delta wave may be coming to an end. Those numbers have now completely rebounded. The state Department of Health on Tuesday reported a seven-day average of 217 infections per day, close to the record…

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The most romantic outdoor locations around Burlington, according to Reddit

Here’s where to go near Burlington for romantic outdoor dates.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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VTDigger to host Local Live(s) event at Foam Brewers; Join us Oct. 19

Join VTDigger at Foam Brewers on Tuesday, October 19 at 7 p.m. VTDigger is thrilled to partner with Back Pocket Media to bring Vermonters a captivating live storytelling event sponsored by Deep City and featuring journalists and community members. RSVP for this event About the event Local Live(s) is a show that brings together journalists…

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Local tech company plans massive expansion in South Burlington

A 20-acre site near Whales Tales would suit the expansion needs of South Burlington-based OnLogic, its founder says.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Vote now for the Vermont Varsity Insider Athletes of the Week: Ballots for Oct. 4-10

People who love Vermont high school sports may vote through midnight Thursday for a girls and a boys Athlete of the Week.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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State investigation supports Milton student’s claim of discrimination in class

The Vermont Human Rights Commission found reasonable grounds to believe Milton Middle School discriminated against a student with a disability.        Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Vermont Law School mural case on display for Vermont Law School students

A panel from a mural by Sam Kerson that had been displayed at Vermont Law School in South Royalton. The school plans to paint over the mural. Image courtesy Sam Kerson Editor’s Note: This story by Alex Hanson first appeared in the Valley News Oct. 8. SOUTH ROYALTON — It’s not every day that a…

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Franklin County sculpture park showcases local artist’s life work

David Stromeyer speaks to visitors in front of his sculpture “Do I Dare Disturb The Universe?” on Oct. 9, 2021. Photo by Shaun Robinson/VTDigger ENOSBURG FALLS — “I don’t have endless patience in the rest of the world,” David Stromeyer says, standing next to a sculpture of the word “Dreamer,” with the rolling foothills of…

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