Monolith mystery continues: The Pittsfield sculpture has vanished

Before it vanished, vandals scratched the surface of the monolith in Pittsfield. Photo by Emma Cotton/VTDigger Theories about the origins of the first monolith range from extraterrestrial activity to placement by the cast of the HBO series “Westworld,” which filmed near the location, to John McCraken, a minimalist sculptor who died in 2011.  Utah’s monolith…

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Santa is now exempt from Vermont’s COVID-19 quarantine rules, Gov. Phil Scott says

Santa Claus is immune from COVID-19, got a vaccine and is now exempt from Vermont’s quarantine requirements, Gov. Phil Scott said on Christmas Eve.         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Vermont restaurants and bars you can expect in 2021 (and a few you may have missed this year)

After months of delaying or changing plans on the fly, these new restaurant owners are eager to open.         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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How full are Burlington hospitals? Track capacity levels

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Merry Christmas, Burlington! The weather has a flood watch just for you this holiday

Christmas Eve brings with it anticipation, joy, excitement and, according to the National Weather Service, a flood watch.         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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It’s been a tough year for Vermont kids. These books can help.

Diving into a good book could provide tools to help children deal with external stressors like the pandemic. A local librarian suggests these titles.         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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How to find new places for winter fun in Chittenden County, according to outdoors experts

Vermont outdoor enthusiasts lend their expertise to those interested in discovering new recreational spots in Chittenden County.         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Dear Reader, Whenever there is important information that you need to know, VTDigger is the first to get the word out. Whenever you have questions, we find the answers for you. Our audience has doubled since Covid because Vermonters are relying on us for critical information. If you value our reporting, please support our annual…

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Green Mountain Care Board trims, and approves, OneCare’s $1.4 billion budget

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Report documents pattern of sexual abuse at Vermont’s only prison for women

Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility in South Burlington. File photo by Anne Galloway A monthslong investigation into sexual misconduct at the Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility uncovered a “disturbing degree” of abuse at the women’s prison, a year after Seven Days reported the allegations. The Vermont Agency of Human Services contracted the law firm Downs Rachlin Martin…

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Paul Heintz named managing editor of VTDigger

Paul Heintz has been named VTDigger’s managing editor. VTDigger is proud to announce that it has filled a critical leadership position in its newsroom.  Paul Heintz has been named managing editor of VTDigger. In this role, Heintz will lead the newsroom’s 20 reporters and editors and manage the organization’s daily and investigative news coverage. For nearly nine years, Heintz has served as an award-winning…

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Don Keelan: A little boy’s wish

Editor’s note: This essay is by Don Keelan, a certified public accountant and resident of Arlington. The piece first appeared in the Bennington Banner on Christmas Eve 2005 and every Christmas Eve since. This is its 11th appearance in VTDigger. Two weeks ago, at the Bennington Museum, a bi-weekly columnist (who for obvious reasons will…

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Mary Sullivan: We need to think big and solve problems so all our citizens benefit

Editor’s note: This commentary is by state Rep. Mary Sullivan of Burlington, a Democrat who represents Chittenden District 6-5 in the Vermont House of Representatives. She did not run for reelection this year, after serving in the Legislature from 1991 to 2000 and from 2017 to 2020. As my long legislative career comes to an…

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Looking for a Christmas dining option in Vermont? Here are nine choices.

In this topsy-turvy year, your Christmas traditions might be out the window. That includes Christmas meals, which could leave you scrambling.         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Vermont has a long history of alcohol abuse. How to celebrate sober during the holidays.

Vermonters drink more alcohol than both the average New Englander and U.S. resident. Here are some tips for celebrating the holidays while sober.         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Your Christmas tree is beautiful! Here’s where to go when you’re ready to toss it.

There are a few different ways to repurpose your tree once the festivities are over. When you’re ready, here’s where to take your tree.         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Ransomware downed UVM Medical Center systems, but no payment made

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Sandy Dooley: What is a thriving community?

Editor’s note: This commentary is by Sandy Dooley, a 48-year resident of South Burlington, a former city councilor, vice chair of the city’s Affordable Housing Committee and earlier this year ended a nine-year stint on Champlain Housing Trust’s board of directors. Many things about my home city, South Burlington, inspire pride. However, recent events in…

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A prescription for redistricting: smaller, single-member legislative districts

Editor’s note: This commentary is by Don Turner, a former Republican state representative from Milton, former House minority leader, current Milton town manager and longtime member of the Milton Fire and Rescue departments. He was a candidate for lieutenant governor in 2018. Consider this: let’s say you live in the small town of Cambridge, Vermont,…

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What happens when we’re gone? Parents of adults with severe autism look for solutions in VT

Some parents say housing and services for autistic adults in Vermont who need around the clock care are limited and unsafe. Here’s what experts propose.         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Sports, outdoor recreation given partial green light to resume in Vermont

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott announces loosened restrictions on school-based sports and outdoor recreation.         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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Everyone wins with Everyone Eats, the federal program that pays for local meals

Everyone Eats! is a statewide program funded by CARES act dollars that provides meals to the food insecure and funnels dollars into local restaurants         Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service

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