A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit stealth bomber electrified the crowd at Norwich University’s Homecoming football game this weekend, soaring directly over Sabine Field in a thunderous flyover that left thousands of spectators cheering.
Charlie Kirk’s friends praise slain activist’s faith, mark on conservative movement; Vermonters donate to annual ‘Pedals for Progress’ collection drive
Not a day goes by that we read/hear about another Vermont institutional sector sounding the alarm that its sustainability is in jeopardy due to the possible lack of federal funding. The major sectors are healthcare, cultural arts, education, food distribution, environmental and preservation agencies, public safety, disaster relief, etc. The list goes on.
Hartamal Singh, 34, of West Street appeared in U.S. District Court in Burlington late Thursday for a federal criminal complaint for making false statements about his immigration status during the attempted purchase of the Ruger at R & L Archery on Smith Street in Barre on Oct. 12, 2023, the ATF reported.
When will we act?
About 200 area residents, united in grief and respect, gathered on the Newport waterfront Saturday for a candlelight vigil in memory of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Known for its incredibly low-priced $5 lift tickets, the Brattleboro Ski Hill provides an affordable entry point for new skiers and local families.
It is called a castle, but it never was. Wealth built it, and filled it with the finest that the Old and New Worlds had to offer, but even the Robins’ fortune couldn’t satisfy “Doctor” Johnson’s unbridled ambitions.
Vermont woman arrested for providing base of operations
Seven Days ran an article recently about Vermont’s solar industry and the impact of federal cuts to the subsidies they’ve enjoyed for years. The headline authors called the cuts an “attack.” No, it’s not an attack. No private business is entitled to taxpayer funds to keep it afloat.
Safety alert issued at Vermont State University on Thursday; Oktoberfest returns to Burlington with new venue in the South End; Rutland’s newest sculpture honors local doctor who identified first polio epidemic in the US
As the transgender debacle spirals into greater chaos in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, the time is ripe to openly discuss its absurdity before more children are inculcated into this dangerous delusion.
Homeless woman assaults cops, hospital worker; Ejected from bar, spike strips employed; $5,000 bail for release violation, suspended license
Unless bold measures are taken to attract a younger and more diverse population, the state risks facing a future that is both expensive and grim.
Man arrested for threatening to kill NH GOP governor with ‘weapon of mass destruction’; 8 employers that fired staff for mocking Charlie Kirk’s assassination; Charlie Kirk shooting suspect ‘was living with trans partner who handed over texts about assassination plot to police’; 5 police officers shot, 3 dead in Pennsylvania, FBI investigating
“Clearly, some things did not get done,” Palmer told the Standard on Tuesday afternoon, one day after the initial news report. “It’s on me, I dropped the ball.”
Chester Police Department seeks help with nicknames for new puppies; Drought creating worries about cyanobacteria, water quality; Foreign disinformation about Charlie Kirk’s killing seeks to widen US divisions; Hybrid model chosen for Mad River Valley Active Transportation Corridor
Also, a woman is charged with assaulting the Waterbury fire chief, and motorcyclist flees police at 100 MPH.
Scheduled speakers include Gov. Phil Scott, Commissioner of Public Safety Jennifer Morrison and Col. Matthew T. Birmingham, director of the state police. They will honor members of the agency and others for acts of heroism and community service, and recognize 23 sworn members of the state police who have received promotions since last year’s awards ceremony was held in September 2024.
Currently, a quarter of Vermont renters spend more than 50% of their income on housing costs, which will continue to trend in the wrong direction if action isn’t taken, a Scott spokesperson said.
When Vermonters are asked to donate to VTDigger, they’re told they’re supporting independent journalism. But recent IRS filings by its parent, the Vermont Journalism Trust (VJT), reveal a separation agreement with founder Anne Galloway that raises questions about how donor money is used.
As we mourn the death of our heroes, cringe at our communities in turmoil or wince at the anger and barbs frivolously thrown by some of our fellow citizens, we will prevail.
n 1955, the Ticonderoga made its remarkable overland journey from Lake Champlain to Shelburne Museum, where it has remained “docked” in its grassy basin ever since. Today, the 220-foot landmark remains one of the most iconic and beloved structures on the museum’s campus.
Jerry Greenfield resigns from Ben & Jerry’s; Vermont aims for share of $50 billion in federal funding for rural health; St. Albans creamery works to address ongoing odor complaints
What are the people to do when a law creates a trap that plunders precious resources and hard earned money and brings harm to Vermonters, all for zero beneficial environmental impact?
This year, the prevalence of Virginia Creeper feels particularly pronounced, raising the need for public awareness about its hidden dangers for Vermont families and their unsuspecting dogs.
One year of FYIVT
The Union of Quebec Municipalities and Vermont Mayors Coalition held a joint press conference at Granby City Hall on September 5, where elected officials testified to the negative impact tariff measures are having on local economies, businesses and residents.
New mental health urgent care opening in Newport; Backlogged bonds pass in Shelburne
Deputy involved in fatal shooting among them
On Saturday, September 27, The Light is celebrating its 40th anniversary by throwing a concert party at the Barre Auditorium in Barre, VT.
The cartel’s devastating impact isn’t measured by arrests, but by the ever-climbing number of overdoses in every corner of the Green Mountains.
Alterra Mountain Company recently announced a capital plan of more than $400 million for the 2025-2026 season, a significant and recurring theme is investment in workforce housing.
Cuz the data says more charter schools, flexibility to adapt and incentives to perform.
Doxxing website aims to get people fired for posting about Charlie Kirk’s murder; UVM Men’s Soccer team launches subscription service for fans; Crews work to repair water main break in Montpelier; Green Mountain Care Board approves 2026 hospital budgets
Designated Vermont’s state terrestrial fossil in 2014, the mammoth continues to inspire research into the region’s Ice Age past.
Urgent request seeks to decouple capital construction debt from per-pupil spending formula
“Freedom and democracy are not about political violence,” said Sanders. “It is not about assassinating public officials. It is not about trying to intimidate people who speak out on an issue. Political violence, in fact, is political cowardice. It means that you cannot convince people of the correctness of your ideas, and you have to impose them through force. Every American, no matter what one’s political point of view may be, must condemn all forms of political violence and all forms of intimidation.”
So another question arises: Should taxpayers be expected to keep funding an employee who openly disparages a large portion of the very community he serves?
Vermont is projected to see warmer temperatures and more precipitation overall, but that precipitation is expected to come in heavier, less frequent bursts.
Frost advisory issued for the Northeast Kingdom; Vermont nonprofit connects homeowners with spare rooms to people in need of affordable housing; The Battle of Plattsburgh’s kickoff reenactment ceremonies honor veterans from the War of 1812
On September 14, 1923, the Champlain Valley Fair finished its first season in its current location. Some may say it was never bigger than when in 2008 Sir Elton John graced its grandstand.
“Everyone likes a big tree,” Arborist and Milton Tree Warden Kris Dulmer said.
Ellen E. Willson, 38, of Federal Street may have been impaired, according to three new state police affidavits filed Wednesday as part of the never-ending investigation.
Who pays to fix America’s aging dams? Cities, states and strapped owners; New York, Vermont politicians react to Charlie Kirk shooting death; From stair climbs to community walks, Vermont and northern New York honor lives lost during 9/11
Terroir (natural environment) is a cornerstone of the wine world. A growing number of farmers and chefs argue it’s just as crucial for raising meat, and Vermont is seen as ideal.
The tools of fascism — demonization, scapegoating, and the silencing of dissent through violence — are appearing with alarming regularity.
Profitable technologies are not always healthy.
It must be corruption because nobody is actually this stupid.
Burlington’s first-ever ‘sex week’ celebrates inclusivity in sex education; Lake Champlain Chamber to host webinar breaking down ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’; Going Places: Montpelier Launches ‘Rides At Your Service’
Ukraine takes new step towards banning its largest Christian church; Six candidates from Germany’s right-wing AfD party die 13 days apart in lead-up to local elections; Former Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Valery Zaluzhny commissioned the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines
“It’s not about having Fox News as much as it’s not about having someone who doesn’t denigrate our country constantly… Just give me the news and I will make up my own mind after that. I don’t want to hear your opinion, just give me the news.”
A major obstacle to implementing the program is the Legislature’s requirement that a law enforcement officer review the camera images and issue the civil violations.
If certainty of punishment is zero, then the associated fear is also zero. Assaults on police officers, or other members of the community, inevitably become more prevalent.
Hinesburg fire chief recognized for exemplary emergency management; Bernie Sanders on what comes after his ‘Fighting Oligarchy’ tour; State contractors blame Vermont’s new digital procurement system VTBuys for missing and late payments; The Conjuring’ star surprises staff at Vermont movie theater
Bland, son of prominent lawyer, shared Morrisville drug den with victims
One result of President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” passed by Republicans in July is that it ends a federal tax incentive for the purchase or lease of electric vehicles as of Sept. 30, 2025. So if you’ve been thinking about an EV, now’s the time to act.
Trump’s proposed executive order has stirred a partisan storm. But step back from the slogans, and the evidence points to a simpler truth: voter ID laws may impose a minor hurdle for some, but they have not prevented record participation. Instead, they may serve a larger purpose—ensuring that every legitimate voter’s choice is protected, and that lawful ballots are not canceled out by unlawful or invalid ones.
None of this means most people who identify as transgender pose a violent threat, nor that activist groups like the Human Rights Campaign are intentionally inspiring people to commit violence. However, the violent trend raises serious questions about the unintended consequences of transgender activists’ rhetoric.
We need to get back to a system where there are, in practice, multiple eyes on every step of the process from registering a voter to casting a ballot to counting the votes. But to achieve this we will need to pass new election laws that meet this standard. I hope our lawmakers will do this in 2026.
It would be most welcome if more people, especially healthcare providers and parents, would dig into the research on vaccine harms for the sake of our children and the future of humanity.
Also, a St. Albans man sentenced to 6+ years for mail fraud, aggravated identity theft
Memorial for St. Joseph’s Orphanage survivors unveiled; Missing girl in Northeast Kingdom found safe; Burlington streets come alive for Pride Parade; Burlington restaurant shuts down after 11 years
Illegal roundup stifling economic growth? Plus: What do town committees do?
Teresa C. Youngblut, 21, of Seattle denied the four charges, including gunning down veteran Border Patrol Agent David “Chris” Maland during a traffic stop in the Northeast Kingdom community of Coventry on Jan. 20.
Act 73 formed a statewide redistricting task force, which is holding meetings–one of which could be held at Oxbow next month.
Dictators love big government. They remain in power through the long arm of the law and big government overreach. For them the government is their tool of control and pathway to creating a police state.
When Sen. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) defended voting access on social media, he leaned on a familiar line: “More Americans are struck by lightning every year than commit voter fraud.” It’s a catchy sound bite. It suggests fraud is so rare that worrying about it is like worrying about unicorns. But what happens if we pull the numbers apart and look not just at perpetrators, but at victims?
This is why affordable housing projects completed or under development in places such as Putney, Bennington, Burlington, and other Vermont cities and towns are costing up to or exceeding $600,000 per unit. In California, the cost is closer to $1 million.
Claire Burns was recommended to the Governor by the Caledonia County Republican Committee. Burns has worked in public defenders’ offices in Colorado and California, representing individuals at all stages of criminal proceedings, including those facing deportation at the Aurora ICE Processing Center, as well as at a juvenile detention center in Colorado, providing group and individual therapy.
Crews respond to fire at Rutland nursing home; Construction to begin once again on Colchester Diverging Diamond Interchange project; Central Vermont Career Center hoping to expand
There has been widespread protest from many politicians and non-profit organizations about the decision by Americans for Prosperity to support efforts to reduce taxation and over-regulation in Vermont.
Attorney General Pam Bondi, flanked by federal prosecutors, including Acting U.S. Attorney Michael P. Drescher of Vermont, outlined on Thursday several recent significant efforts to combat human trafficking and smuggling along the international borders, including an important felony indictment in the Green Mountain State.
If you live in Vermont, and your information was compromised in this breach, you should have received a formal letter in the mail from TeamstersCare.
This time they really jumped the shark.
Vermonters dream big as Powerball jackpot reaches $1.7 billion; September marks Suicide Prevention Month; Orleans County Fair kicks off
New research will explore why.
Unlike a thru-hiking route, the Velomont is designed as a multi-use system with mountain biking as a central focus, weaving together public and private lands across the spine of the Green Mountains.
Act 21 appropriates $1 million for fiscal year 2026. That money goes from the State Treasurer to a nonprofit debt buyer, which purchases old hospital accounts for pennies on the dollar and then cancels them. Patients who qualify — Vermont residents with incomes under 400 percent of the federal poverty line (FPL), or whose debt exceeds five percent of household income (with no income limit) — get letters saying their debt has been forgiven.
The project, first identified in the 2016 Memphremagog Stormwater Master Plan managed by the Memphremagog Watershed Association, is now known as the Newport City Elementary School Green Schools Initiative. It supports ongoing efforts to meet Lake Memphremagog’s Total Maximum Daily Load requirements for phosphorus reduction and the Tactical Basin Plan workplan for the watershed.
2 suspects plead not guilty in deadly Church Street assault; A Vermont animal sanctuary proves that roosters can live peacefully after cockfighting; Vermonters share concerns over new COVID-19 vaccine regulations
The rollbacks would undo an Obama-era change, reverting regulations to those drafted in 1975. The impact would include removing overtime protections as well as the $7.25 federal minimum wage requirement for home health workers. The agency says the move would improve costs for home health care providers and stimulate growth in the struggling industry.
The biggest hurdle? Clearing passengers who board the train before they cross the border.
What they are, and why consumer demand is heating up.
Regardless of identity, the Mountain endures.
Vermont summers pass quickly, and here we are in another school year.
The Affordable Heat Act raised costs, the PUC confirmed it, and the real outside cash is already funding Vermont’s media and advocacy landscape: they just don’t like competition.
Northfield commemorates Labor Day with annual parade; Labor Day rally in Burlington highlights workers’ rights and political divides
Non-profit seeking to grow VT’s middle class updates its research priority list for 2025.
It’s likely the battle isn’t over.
Some on the Left call for abandoning “woke” language.
The Shelburne Police officer charged with an on-duty fatal cruiser-bicycle crash last year has apparently struck a deal with the state to resolve his reckless driving case, Vermont Superior Court records show.
Two recovering after late-night rollover crash in Burlington; Canadian tourism falls; Vermont holds out hope for fall season
Clark’s latest anti-Trump press release noted the detaining for possible deportation of illegal immigrants living in ‘the Northshire,’ an unofficial name for the Bennington County area. Press reports say that on August 25 ICE detained two Jamaican women working as home health aides and living in Manchester.
Cypher Aiken, listed as age 25 by Newport police, was charged with domestic terrorism and threatening a civilian population with mass destruction and mass killings, according to Chief Travis Bingham.
Vermonters have always been an innovative breed, and yet most of the Green Mountain State’s iconic manufacturers built their companies elsewhere. Henry Wells, co-founder of both American Express and Wells Fargo, left Thetford for New York, as did Elisha Graves Otis of Halifax, founder of Otis Elevator. John Deere left Rutland for Moline, Illinois. One Vermonter, however, managed to achieve iconic status without leaving his hometown of Manchester.
Human Services Secretary Jenney Samuelson: “Just to put some of the facts out there, the PREP program does provide information for adolescents and youth, particularly around STI [sexually transmitted infection] HIV, prevention and prevention of unintended pregnancies. It is not a school-based program, so it is not offered in the schools.
Reliance on on-site septic and well water signifies that a place “is frozen in amber, ain’t nothing gonna happen here again, it is what it is, nothing’s gonna change,” said Chris Campany, executive director of the Windham County Regional Planning Commission.
John “Fluffy” Lapan, 41, of St. Albans appeared in U.S. District Court on Monday afternoon for a federal criminal complaint that he was involved in three controlled drug purchases in February, according to an affidavit from the St. Albans City Police.
Meanwhile, Jonathan J. Letourneau, 36, also of St. Albans is named in a separate criminal complaint for a charge of knowingly and intentionally distributing crack cocaine in Franklin County in January, records show. He is due in federal court later.
According to the organization’s official announcement, the elimination of 15 positions stem directly from a $2 million shortfall caused by a recent federal rescission bill that eliminated key funding for public broadcasting.
