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The event included museum exhibits, live demonstrations, and family fun.

Art Social celebrates local culture through exhibitions, music and movement.

Founded in 2022, the Vermont Afghan Alliance is set to lose the majority of its funding.

Teamsters led pairs of oxen to pull great weights at the 2026 World’s Fair.

Nineteen front porches across the city became concert stages Sunday.

New state program aims to increase opportunities to reuse and repair.

About 150 volunteers passed thousands of books down the line from the old library building to the new one.

Event celebrates Hinesburg winning Vermont Tree Farmer of the Year

Friends from second grade reconnect decades later to form a new special bond and got recognized by Variety Magazine’s Favorite Couple Contest.

Thousands flock to Bennington for a (slightly smelly) festival.

Radio Bean, the popular music venue in Burlington, closed last week after more than 25 years.

The Stowe Petal Project repurposes flower arrangements in one of Vermont’s most popular wedding destinations.

Community flourishes with something as simple as a cup of tea.

Research shows that Vermont could be an important destination for wildlife as the climate changes.

“The majority of people throughout history have been common people whose stories have not been highlighted,” researcher Angie Grove said.

Independent growers want a way to sell their product directly to consumers.

The Shelburne artist and longtime educator experiments with materials and forms to create whimsical works.

The structure was built with wood repurposed from a building torn down on East Allen Street.

As lead fishing tackle and wake boat activity continue to harm Vermont loons, scientists say simple changes can help protect the birds.

A traditional drink from the South Pacific creates community on Maple Street.

Technology is making the pastime more accessible to Gen Z members, sparking a greater interest in the state’s natural communities. 

Whistling Man Schooner Co. and the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum partner for an educational boat ride.

As the Trump administration rescinds the definition of “harm,” environmental experts explain what the change could mean for Vermont’s listed species and future environmental policy.

A series of eerie disappearances led to the creation of the state police force and birthed a lasting cultural phenomenon.

The Loose Cannons Theater Lab showed that the arts are for everyone.

The summer league offers Chittenden County adults a chance to compete, connect and enjoy beer.

When it comes to flood resiliency, Waterbury homeowners consider their options.

A teen center is planned in Barre, and a new youth-focused nonprofit is opening in Montpelier.

Incumbent Leahy Murphy Jones and newcomers Caleb Curry and Anne Dielensnyder are competing for two seats.

“Fractured, Not Broken,” a collaboration between residents and incarcerated people, combines quilting and music as a means of restorative justice.

As passengers enjoy scenic views, the kitchen staff navigate tight quarters and a bumpy ride to serve up gourmet meals.

Ginkgo leaves, charred grapevines and secret clay deposits are just some of the materials repurposed by three local artists.

Health centers across New England expand services related to menopause care, vasectomy and colposcopy.

Vermont’s cannabis market has prioritized artisan growers, while Massachusetts has allowed large-scale operations.

Twenty years after the first atlas, the Vermont Center for Ecostudies is inviting residents to help collect data for the 2nd Vermont Butterfly Atlas.

The students joined Team ROTifer, which uses a University of Vermont research vessel to study microscopic aquatic animals.

Members are relearning historic rituals and updating them for a modern audience.

Proud pup parents competed to take home prizes from Winooski’s fifth annual dog show and fundraiser.

How different vendors across the wedding industry are adapting their business practices to embrace sustainability.

The 5th Annual Dance Party Ball will help support the storied theater company.

Organizers forgo exchange rates to draw visitors from across the border.

Behind one local farmer’s decision to turn her goat-dairy into a sanctuary offering animal-assisted therapies.

A 2026 Girl Scout report reveals the challenges of girlhood and what can be done about it.

The elevator had been broken for more than five months.

England fans have flocked to the Slide In Pub, giving them a taste of their home country.

How one local team is challenging the fashion norms of the sporting world. 

The museum marked 40 years of the Vermont Quilt Sample Exhibition with curator tours, demonstrations and a quilt showcase.

Three candidates are vying for two open seats in the Vermont Statehouse

Over the weekend, reenactors took to a southern Vermont hillside and put on an educational show

Legendary herbalists speak to the relationships they’ve built with plants and how others can do the same.

Property managers blame the elevator company, which has provided ever-shifting deadlines for when the equipment might be fixed.

The project challenges racist micro-aggressions while highlighting the stories of BIPOC Vermonters who help sustain the state’s food system.

North put skills learned in his youth to the test on the History Channel’s “Alone” series. Now he’s passing them along.

Co-founders plan to open a 1,000 square foot inaugural sample exhibit by the end of 2027.

The theme encouraged participants to reflect on 250 years of U.S. history.

A new exhibit at the Vermont History Museum displays objects that represent important moments in Vermont’s history

From 1777 to 1791, Vermonters governed themselves while waiting for statehood.

From 1777-1791, Vermont operated as an independent republic before joining the United States.

Nathaniel Swyer’s new film, “Echoes of the Goose Club,” draws on his experience growing up in Central Vermont.

A reprieve from the structure of daily life, Renaissance fair outfits are a far cry from the era’s restrictive fashion.

The event will be on Sunday, June 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Winooski Farmers Market. 

A recent University of Vermont study found that natural causes, including invasive insects, are killing more trees than logging in the Northeast.

Free performances will continue through August 27, drawing residents, visitors and vendors. 

The shops provide space for role-playing games — and for players to be themselves.

Organizers anticipated around 5,000 people to celebrate in downtown Rutland.

Cindy Ellen Hill’s new novel, “Leeds Point,” will be released on June 26.

Experts attribute the growth of tick-related illnesses to climate change and more frequent tick-human contact.

Organizers expect a crowd at the new concrete park for an international skateboarding celebration.

Once a commercial auto stop, the bookstore has been a staple of the Lyndonville community.

“I’ve directed many, many plays over the course of my life, and I think this is one of the best casts I’ve ever assembled,” director Tom Blachly said.

The “Vibrant Lives: Discovering Our Roots of Black Vermont” photography exhibit will be on display at the public library this summer.

A thriving vintage clothing culture in Burlington and beyond supports multiple small businesses.

Experts weigh in on what may be in store for this summer.

Vermont International Film Festival’s Musical Silents provides a new way of exploring an age-old medium.

New permanent exhibit at the Heritage Winooski Mill Museum bridges the past and present of child labor.

Burlington Discover Jazz Festival turns Talent Skatepark into a stage for musicians and skaters alike.

Almost 1,000 middle and high school students from across Vermont and New York take part in the annual event.

With construction nearly complete, the downtown community celebrated with a new art installation.

Vermonters gather at the Ann Story cabin in Salisbury to celebrate the Revolutionary War heroine.

Greensboro and other communities debate herbicide use on invasives.

Decades later, the BergCum Swim Club relives childhood memories.

“I can’t really tell you how amazing it is to find people who are lost,” Daniel Lampignano said.

The “here-today-gone-tomorrow” wildflowers bud during late April and early May.

For four decades, Stuart Paton has brought taiko to Burlington

Q&A with James Wolfe

Personal and professional experience help Macdonald tackle housing crisis

Mattheis was voted into a seat on the town’s governing body in March

The staff of Little Rivers Health Care is planting a community food garden this spring.

The Brattleboro resident was encouraged by his family from a young age to pursue a creative and artistic life, leading him to work as a clown, mime and physical comic.

With the closure of Randolph’s Clara Martin residential facility on June 30th, Capstone seeks out new locations for shelters.

Even a water main break couldn’t stop their event

Tuktu, an app designed to connect seniors with local care providers, launched in Vermont earlier this year.

Shoreline cleanups and policy reform have helped keep pollutants out of drinking water.

For more than 20 years, Project Good Morning has provided daily check-ins for the city’s most vulnerable residents.

Connor Lin Frost makes Mandarin approachable and engaging for people of all ages.

Vermont artist brings his view of the state to the Dean Shirley A. Jefferson Gallery.

The new monument will be placed just north of the Vietnam War memorial in the park.

The Calais resident reads at weekly open mics and inspires others to do the same.

As discussions of land use persists, solar grazing promotes dual-use of space

H.740 would give the Agency of Natural Resources more authority to source data for its greenhouse gas inventory.

A Sunday afternoon with The Woodsville River Rats.

The Montpelier clinic offers tailored healthcare for people who may not thrive in the one-size-fits-all model.

“I don’t think all of it is ever going to be healed, but the only thing I can do now is do better,” Rosa said.

Donna Bister said she raises Monarchs “in the hopes of making a little more color and delight in the world.”

For league president Geoff Metcalfe, the new facility represents years of dreaming bigger for the 68-year-old organization.

Student-athletes face disruptions when the school’s grass field is unplayable, but critics worry about the environmental risk of turf.

The former lieutenant governor met with business owners and community leaders last month.

On Tuesdays at the Pierson Library, families gather to listen to Raphael Groten’s songs.

Community members, government officials and conservation groups gathered to celebrate nearly 60 years of wild turkey restoration.

Dismas works with the Department of Corrections to find housing for incarcerated individuals who are ready to leave jail

The team prepared for divisionals during their April 30 practice

H.657 passed the House on April 1

Pages deliver messages throughout the State House

Attendees got to learn about owls both local and from around the world

Beavers are considered both a keystone species and an ecosystem engineer because of the way they transform the landscape

As metal and wooden skateparks begin to wear down, Vermont communities are investing in new, durable spaces.

Between February and April, NOFA-VT sponsored “Long-Handled Spoons” dinners in every county in Vermont.

As the weather gets warmer, Vermont’s brook trout are staying cool.

“Since we don’t know about God or reincarnation or all that, we just have to be the kindest human beings we can.”

Held at the Civic Standard, the skillshare program connects crafters of all ages.

After transitioning her post from Poultney to Rutland, one county native is looking forward to building community projects and giving back through her experience.

Vermonters enrolled in 3SquaresVT, the Essential Person Program, Fuel Assistance, General Assistance, Reach Up, Summer EBT or WIC are eligible for free day-use entry to Vermont state parks from May through October. 

The Burlington-Winooski Bridge Open House was on April 29

Jason Amerosa opened Grind BJJ, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym, in Burlington in 2018. He said Jiu-Jitsu has shaped the life he lives now as a Jiu-Jitsu coach and mental health therapist.

A Senate bill has proposed a study group of Vermont officials to evaluate state water quality. 

SCHIP Upscale Resale turns secondhand clothing into funding for local needs

After opening in October, the Waterbury Skatepark gives a new space for skaters to ride, connect and build a community.

This summer, an exhibit on chairs comes to the Glover institution.

Woody Keppel, a clown camp graduate, blends comedy and music in his performances

H.326 was supposed to regulate the state’s usage of pellet poison

The sold-out event featured dishes from Liberia, India, Democratic Republic of Congo and others.

Two bills could change the way electronics are used in schools

More than $7,000 was raised through the Dawn Carlson Memorial Indoor Golf Tournament last month.

The Mobile Pet Food Shelf visits Winooski, St. Albans, Williston, Essex, Colchester and Burlington once a month.

Substation upgrades in Milton will allow the company to better manage increased electric demand

Founder of alcohol-free community movement says, ‘We need a party.’

The migratory bird draws attention from birders and conservationists

H.46 aims to improve diagnosis and care, but officials say support would be limited

Plant lovers piled into the market to enjoy greens, drinks and art.

Britta Johnson and Kristine Engstrom create bouquets that build beauty

Small town history comes alive thanks to efforts of dedicated society members

Singer-songwriter inspired by social work, nature, and life in Plainfield

Disaster recovery will require community to “set aside our differences,” he says

Michael Fredieu always wanted to be a high school varsity baseball coach. Now, he finally has his chance.

Chittenden County candidates gear up for crowded race ahead of August primary.

Participants dipped slightly after the pandemic but have rebounded since.

The annual Spring Fling event aims to raise funds at a time of financial uncertainty.

A manual for developers would provide guidance to accelerate the permitting process under the Agency of Natural Resources

As fiber arts become more popular, questions flow about the sustainability of the yarn supply

Poets across generations draw inspiration from Vermont’s natural environment.

Students, faculty and staff at VTSU Castleton showed up to support the trans community.

Brown brought his “A Night of Alton Brown” live show to Rutland on April 13

S.210 would allow people to petition a judge for the document

Supporters say S.163 would give credit where credit is due

After four years on a federal funding rollercoaster, the utility will begin work on the dormant Smith’s Falls dam.

Construction could begin as soon as this summer. 

The seasonal shift adds a whiff to the air that signals the start of spring.

Powered by students and volunteers, a community tradition combats hunger.

The store includes a permanent exhibit with showcases more than 100 species of animals.

On a former farm, a new chapter of craft begins.

Alicia Starkweather is a recent college grad and a self-taught metalsmith. She’s been making jewelry since she was six years old, and now, she runs Starkweather Designs.

Mad River Triathlon brings together community and supports nonprofits

Brian Glenney is on the front lines of skateboard research, working to bring his ideas to a wider audience.

NOFA-VT is lobbying to include the program in this year’s budget bill.

Presenter Don Villemarie read a collection of poems by William H. Drummond at the Winooski Senior Center during National Poetry Month.

These Vermonters’ lives were upended by the 2023 floods. Three years later, some are still trying to find home again.

As sugaring season comes to a close, Eddy reflects on his first year as a sugarmaker and what brought him to his shack.

The Spring Kids & Maternity Clothing Swap in Hinesburg brings local families together to trade hand-me-downs.

Paraquat, one of the most widely used herbicides in the U.S., would be phased out over five years

On July 1, digital maps of three burial grounds will be available to the public.

A new theater troupe is part of a burgeoning community theater scene

Genesis Meyer worked as a licensed respiratory care practitioner for almost 20 years before opening a tattoo business in Randolph.

Each year, the city of Burlington selects a handful of artists to sell their work in an alley just off Church Street through their Artists in the Alley Program. One of those artists is painter Kimberlee Forney.

Birding for Kids is a collaboration between various Vermont libraries and Audubon Vermont

Catherine Tudish discusses “A Thousand Souls” and the inner workings of her writing process.

Highlighted concerns included zoning issues, questions about whether these units qualify as low-income housing and a lack of transparency regarding the decision-making process behind new developments

Legislators are debating how to reformat a law that would exempt farmers from municipal regulation

H.537 passed the House on March 20 and is now in the Senate Committee on Economic Development.

H.817 would also help educators learn how to support students with substance abuse challenges.

Q&A with Chris Page from The Tenderbellies

The renovations come at no cost to taxpayers

S.183 aims to hold fraudulent contractors accountable, while some urge caution

H.541 would create new penalties as clerks report disruptions during elections

Behind bats’ reputation is a struggling population in need of help.

Experts say that being outdoors, whether it’s sunny or cloudy, has health benefits.

Chittenden County schools compete for most sustainable practices.

Michael Scovner has practiced medicine for nearly four decades.

Supporters of the bill are hoping that H.432 will help eliminate the barriers many amputees face

Applications are open through April 5.

The story of how a nearly century-old gift continues to give back to Hinesburg education.

Brylea Davenport will lead independent K-5 school housed on former Green Mountain College campus.

A new bill aims to protect children from overexposure to heavy metals in foods, but debate over the inclusion of infant formula has taken the reins. 

Tara Lynn oversees the Facebook group, which taps into Vermonters’ commitment to sustainability.

The former Rutland City alderman replaces Mike Doenges, who resigned midway through his two-year term.

New show explores contemporary art and the environment.

Rutland area residents sleep outside on March 20 to raise awareness and compassion for the homeless population.

S.278 would create a pilot program for licensed cannabis establishments to apply for event permits.

A student is considered chronically absent when they miss 20 or more unexcused days of school within the last school year, or 175 school days

“Music can stimulate memory and reconnection with oneself, even in the late stages of dementia,” co-founder Karen McFeeters Leary said.

The Castleton communications professor earned the most votes of all Board of Aldermen candidates.

For Maple Open House Weekend, the farm served up syrup and fun activities.

Jake Shattuck goes back to the basics as he takes over a storied sugaring operation.

Donated land to be called Wolf Tree Wilderness Sanctuary.

The bill looks at how to make community-based energy education more accessible across all income levels

Poultney area residents gathered recently to celebrate spring and Vermont’s maple treasures at MapleFest.

Campaign manager Joanna Grossman is going after a Vermont Senate seat, focusing on small businesses, education reform and housing affordability

S.233 could provide more resources for students with disabilities and their families

H.640 aims to give students a voice on school boards

There were once over 100 small ski areas around the state. What’s left of grassroots skiing?

Local skiers band together to ski 4 million vertical feet and raise $175,000 in the annual Rope-a-Thon.

The event on Saturday featured syrup tastings, live entertainment and more activities to celebrate Vermont’s cherished good.

Homecoming Seeds cultivates varieties to extend the state’s short growing season.

Falkenbush will be recognized for his athletic achievements and contributions to youth sports.

New technology can be more efficient, but is expensive to install

A local coach, picked to lead a new soccer club, shares his philosophy on sports and life

Latest anti-Trump rally in Rutland uses “Emperor’s New Clothes” fable as the theme.

The Bread and Puppet Spring Sing is scheduled every Tuesday through the end of April. It’s free and open to all. 

Public access television is looking to the state government for additional funding to preserve programming.

Forrest MacGregor takes care of the community and hundreds of years of Randolph history.

Scott Blood led Blue Mountain Union School to multiple victories, including three state championships.

Inside the seed and plant swap at the South Burlington Public Library.

The ICE resolution came after the agency detained nine Hardwick residents in an immigration raid.

Supporters say some employees lose leave they need later when benefits run concurrently

Rutland duo works to restore family heirlooms back to their original state.

Two bills under consideration would regulate chatbots and restrict AI in psychotherapy

The short film, From Earth to Earth: The Lost Art of Dying in America, was produced by students at Ithaca College.

Both resolutions passed overwhelmingly by a voice vote

Scenes from Town Meeting Day in Winooski

“I’m always proud of city staff for bringing us items that are necessary and important to the community. They rarely bring us things that aren’t a must-do item,” Mayor Thomas Renner said.

Both the city and school budgets passed on Town Meeting Day

Global music ensemble All the Rivers will perform in Burlington on March 11.

The annual event in Montpelier will present more than 40 full-length and short films.

The money will go toward the development of “safe and affordable housing.”

“Do I like having higher taxes? No, I don’t. But I think we need to support our community,” one voter said.

Tradition of Town Meeting Day continues in Hancock as voters talk budgets and participation.

The organization serves the towns of Brandon, Leicester, Whiting, Goshen and Sudbury.

The eatery offers pizza, sandwiches, Southern barbecue and Italian favorites.

The budget was passed by a voiced majority vote

Re-Treasured Community Closet is a “third space” for small Vermont town

Professor shares hopes for the future of Sterling as degree programs end

Face to face: Residents come together at annual gathering

In Huntington, Town Meeting Day included cinnamon rolls, private ballots and basketball hoops. Here’s what some voters had to say about the civic tradition. 

Community News Service reporters fanned out across the Queen City to talk to voters about the issues.

S.205 would ban centers over 100 megawatts while their energy use and water consumption is studied

The Dragon’s Dojo is Vermont’s first and only rhythm arcade

Mental health and substance abuse treatment facility expanding number of beds and programs, including culinary opportunities.

Tracking is a way to read stories in the environment about animals and how they interact with the world.

Interactive turnout statistics and polling locations

At the fourth annual Curds and Curling event, traditional granite curling stones were swapped out for wheels of cheddar.