By meeting a slew of conditions, producers wouldn’t need inspections to sell raw chicken products from the farm, at farmers markets or to restaurants in VT.
Vermont farmers urge senators to not chicken out of passing poultry inspection bill
Timothy Page
Restorative justice referral bill could see ‘a much slower starting process’ with uncertain position funding
The bill would codify the practice of pre-charge referrals so the process is the same regardless of county.
Letters: Marxist madness and impenitent Presidents
Who is responsible for arresting a sitting president who is breaking the law?
Bossange: Elect Mr. Trump again?
Be careful what you wish for… You will likely just be trading one “deep state” for another.
Roper: House passes Renewable Energy Standard amidst cloud of baloney
Sponsoring Rep. deploys word salad to avoid stating truths about the bill.
Bananas: Third semi-annual Vegas odds on the Antichrist!
As the world get’s crazier than a rainbow flag at a Hamas rally we turn our sights to the coming of the lawless one prophesied in holy writ.
Federal judge selections announced
A leading public defender, a law school professor and a longtime federal prosecutor are in the running to become the next U.S. District Court Judge in Vermont.
Holocaust education workshop draws over 50 teachers from across VT
Educators were provided novel tools and resources to help communicate lessons of history, intolerance with focus on Nazi Germany.
Victimized by transgender activism, some Vermonters pushed back
Christian school banned from competitions; Fired snowboard coach wins lawsuit; WCAX takes down report
Klar: Renewables threaten the US power grid
The crisis has regulators scrambling.
An ostrich approach to mental health truth
Office of Public Guardian with its head in the sand
School district promoting political activism with public funds
It calls students to organize “civil resistance” and “establish and maintain a Racial Justice Student Alliance,” in the “Racial Justice: PBL Challenge” class.
Smith: Inequitable, un-environmental illusion
The unrealism of the Renewable Energy Standard grows.
‘State of Lake Fisheries’ March 23/ Priest named state’s attorney/ Flood kitchens to Gaza/ Pharmacy cyberattack over
Priest named state’s attorney. How’s the fishing in Lake Champlain? Kitchens that helped Barre-Montpelier flood victims go to Gaza. Etc.
Money problems, attempts to leave preceded JetBlue’s departure from Burlington
‘It was a constant battle’ to keep JetBlue in the Green Mountain State — a conflict that started long before the airline pulled out in 2023.
Maynard: Will it liberate?
A critical look at the new bondage promoted by Critical Race Theory.
In downtown Burlington, two attempted murders
Two attempted murders in Burlington: one by car, another by gunfire. Suspects are in custody.
Page: Aral Sea catastrophe a warning for geoengineering
A cautionary tale against climate engineering.
Hammond Cove Shooting Range will open April 1
The range operates under rules set by the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department.
Shelburne Post Office hit by car again
The crash forced the post office to close its doors for the day as maintenance workers swiftly boarded up the damaged front section on Monday.
Revamped bill aims to stem sexual violence on campus
The bill went nowhere last year but was passed out of committee at Friday’s crossover deadline.
LaMarche: Paternalist policy puzzle
We should examine the twisted ways this legislature has “shielded” children from danger.
CLG: Meet the group threatening Americans’ freedom you’ve probably never heard of
Canadian law endorsed by Trudeau government could impose house arrest for offenses they ‘will commit’; Ex-Parliamentarian sentenced to year in prison in Belgium over group chat ‘Hate Speech’
Keelan: State of the Union, or a major opportunity squandered
The President’s speech quickly devolved into a rant blaming and bashing his opponents.
Despathy: Homeschool civics at the State House
These homeschoolers give me hope for the future and I believe they will continue to stay informed.
Castleton University alum serves up community at local restaurants
Andrew Breting graduated from Castleton University in 2017, but his love of the Castleton community inspired him to open multiple restaurants in the area.
No credit card? No problem, under Vermont Senate bill requiring accepting cash payments
Washington district constituents approached their senator after they were turned away from a business because they only carried cash.
Vermont Legal Aid and parents’ Black hole
Vermont residents can and should expect more from publicly funded organizations than the Blacks received.
Warner: Old Glory or Pride flag – which is MORE inclusive?
Not everyone is LGBTQ or supportive of its ideas. But we’re all Americans blessed with the freedom of speech the flag represents.
Thicket Adventure offers plus-sized options for outdoors enthusiasts
VT clothing brand Thicket Adventure recently hit its Kickstarter goal of $30,000 after only four days.
UVM’s Royall Tyler Theatre turns 50
Governor Scott Declares March 14 ‘Royall Tyler Theatre Day.’
Klar: The biggest climate lie is about cows
If regenerative animal husbandry is eliminated, the chemical spigot will open fully wide to produce “meat alternatives”, destroying our bodies and our planet.
Roper: Senate President Pro Tem’s disgraceful anti-small-“d”-democratic rant
Baruth tells senators to ignore voters and dictates to media how to report.
Wilson: What I learned at the Vermont State House
“A lie doesn’t become truth, wrong doesn’t become right, and evil doesn’t become good, just because it’s accepted by a majority.”
Balsamic: Sun’s energy-saving policy causes solar eclipse
Just because there are no green stars doesn’t mean they can’t go green.
Huff: It’s time to G.E.T. R.E.A.L. about Vermont’s future
We cannot afford the crushing tax burden the majority is placing on our household incomes. State spending is out of control.
LaMarche: Joan Shannon’s political autopsy
The Progressives data, voter outreach, and organizing were simply too great – and cheaper.
Racial equity office worries Act 250 bill’s wording is exclusionary
The bill requires board applicants have “a record and reputation for excellent character and integrity,” off-putting language for someone not from a traditional Vermont background, an equity official says.
Bananas: Biden gives epic State of the Onion address
After the one-sided applause died down, he addressed the crowd and got off to a good start by stating “If I was smart I would go home right now”.
Bensman: An immigration crisis beyond imagining
In 2023 there were three million apprehensions of illegal immigrants, a daily average of 8,219. Entering 2024, apprehensions were up to 12,000-15,000 per day.
CLG: Biden botches name of migrant-murdered ‘Lincoln’ Riley in Trump-bashing State of the Union speech
Ukraine seizes apartment of 80-year-old Russia supporter; Polish Foreign Minister Says Sending NATO Troops Into Ukraine ‘Not Unthinkable’; Biden to have U.S. military build a port in Gaza
Some cliff tops and overlooks closed to protect nesting Peregrines
Also, be alert for frogs and salamanders while driving.
Bears are becoming active earlier in the spring
Vermonters need to take steps now to prevent bear conflicts.
Klar: Fur trapping to save the planet!
A recent study concludes that explosive repopulation of Arctic terrain by beavers is thawing large areas of tundra and releasing climate-destroying methane.
Warner: A warning to Vermont Moms, Part 2
Children are being plucked out of class by administrators and “counselors” who then march them down the path of gender-identity struggle.
Daughter named to House seat once held by mom
Quimby will be sworn in and seated in the House of Representatives in the coming week.
Okemo asks judge to reject paralyzed skier’s post-trial claims
Lawyers of Richard Grajeda III, 24, of Westbury, N.Y. attempted to have judge force payment despite jurors denying the claim in court.
Despathy: The minor consent lightning rod
Not only is S.151 delusional, it places all children in Vermont directly in harm’s way.
The House remains busy as crossover looms
House lawmakers moving along Restorative Justice reforms, $1.7 million for EV chargers, new penalties for retail theft and more
Warner: Warning to Vermont Moms, Part 1
Children are being manipulated emotionally into making permanent, drastic decisions that they cannot fully comprehend.
Durgin: Bill helps dairy farmers switch crops
Crop transitions aren’t easy and governments should provide support and assistance.
“United Nations” references in VT Senate committee include $200 billion/year from U.S.
Like its counterpart committee in the House, the Vermont Senate committee on the environment is rife with references to policies promoted by the United Nations.
Roper: Vermont must cap individual property tax increases
47 states limit property tax increases in some way. We don’t.
Vermont Public Guardian motto – Live free or die
How far should the State of Vermont go to help those who truly can’t help themselves?
Roper: Will legislators fix their Clean Heat Standard catastrophe?
So far, no interest in the vaunted “check back” they hyped.
Dawson: Supporting Vermont’s veterans
Resources and efforts aim to address common challenges of veterans in our communities.
Fernandez: Dearborn, MI, victimized by Islamophobia?
By simply crying, “ISLAMOPHOBIA!” organized haters of America and Israel are granted license to lie and steal malleable American hearts and minds.
BPD arrests reckless nighttime shooter
Bethune now faces serious charges, including aggravated assault and reckless endangerment.
Amid parking woes, Stowe Mountain Resort consults state to temper traffic
Management last year rolled out parking fees, carpooling incentives and bus service improvements — but it may not be doing enough.
VTGOP endorses unanimous SCOTUS decision to curb threat to elections
VTGOP Chairman Paul Dame voiced his support of the unanimous Supreme Court decision that states can not unilaterally remove a candidates from ballots.
Keelan: Dear wealthy, please don’t go
H.827 would send the wealthy out of the State, robbing it of tax revenue and economic boons.
Warner: Scott endorses Haley after divisive speech
“In my opinion there is no one less equipped no more incapable of healing this divide than Donald Trump. He’s made a career of throwing fuel on the fire of hate and anger,” Scott said.
PFA project leaks leachate at Coventry landfill
Nearly 9,000 gallons released.
Vermont drone flyers face new restrictions under bill to protect privacy
One drone operator understands the lawmakers’ concern, but said he thinks details in the bill are too arbitrary.
After pushback from education establishment, Senate softens literacy screening
The changes address problems prompted by education officials.
How’d this East Barnard man reach 104? Lots of reading, he says
Floyd Van Alstyne bought his home just after he was discharged from World War II, and he still resides there today.
Ayotte: Say No To S. 258
Sen. Chris Bray has failed to demonstrate why the current board composition at the Fish and Game Department needs modifications.
MacDonald: Slippery meet slope
Doctors recommend assisted suicide to woman paralyzed by COVID jab.
Roper: Vermont’s education property tax system is not broken
Squeezing the taxpayer dry is what it’s designed to do, and it’s working.
Help wanted: career training and education coach
HireAbility Vermont is recruiting for a Career Training and Education Coach to join our dynamic team in Newport.
The 2024 Alburgh totality festival: a celestial celebration with community focus
Together, let’s make the 2024 Alburgh Totality Festival a landmark event for Vermont and an inspiration for community-driven growth and celebration.
Antley/Catapano-Friedman: Moving backwards on cannabis
Dispensaries ensure safety of customers, kids in ways retail shops can’t…or won’t.
Warner: Hartford has an activist problem – now they know about it
If it’s hateful to warn a tiny Vermont town to take a closer look at the source of its sudden social problems and rising incompetence at the local government level then I plead guilty.
VT failing to consider biological reality, Christian school coach tells Fox News
MVCS Coach Chris Goodwin and attorney Ryan Tucker were interviewed on Fox. Jones first turned his attention to a statement put out by the state on the matter.
VT Headlines: Thousands of power outages as strong wind continues
Proposed homeless hotel rate decrease threatens to put families out on the street; Sen. Peter Welch pushes for residential reentry center in Vermont
Klar: Beef prices just jumped over the Moon: here’s why
A few pennies along the way to the market equal bloated food budgets in 2024.
UVM adopts new brand positioning: “For People and Planet”
The university partnered with Generation Communication and Branding of Hudson, New York, to develop the positioning and new logo system.
Despathy: An overdue thank you to those who hunt coyotes with dogs
If coyote hunting with dogs is banned, humans, pets, homes and livestock will be at increased risk from roaming coyotes who know no boundaries and have no reason to fear humans and dogs.
CLG: Mitch McConnell to step down as Senate GOP leader in November
Ukraine’s Abrams tanks burn just like any others – Kremlin; Red Crescent suspends coordinated medical missions with Israeli forces in Gaza due safety concerns
Scott rakes Legislature over potential billion-dollar rate hike
Unfortunately, H.289, which had a lot of input from utilities, special interests, and their lobbyists, did not solicit policy input directly from Vermonters.
VT Headlines: Lawmakers seek to make Juneteenth a legal holiday in Vermont
Woodstock voters consider $99 million bond for new school; Commissioner of Health Mark Levine responds to allegations that he violated Vermont Open Meeting Law
Brattleboro lowered its voting age, but Mad River Valley towns not so keen
Members from selectboards across valley towns including Waitsfield, Warren and Moretown say they aren’t considering the idea right now.
Bill would nix legal defense that blames survivors for sexual assaults
Legislators are discussing a new bill that would prohibit the blame of sexual assault survivors for their assault as a legal defense in civil cases.
Thurston: Adding insult to insanity
The dark side of H.289, 100% renewable electricity by 2030: when all else fails, Dem’s resort to renewables-shaming
Legislative Crossover deadline looms
Senate to look at vaccines without parental consent, changing Fish and Wildlife Board, getting more nurses, and more.
VT Headlines: Nikki Haley to campaign in Vermont
Decker Towers Residents Plead for Help From the Burlington City Council; University of Vermont rebrands with new logo; NEK towns to vote on school closure
Roper: So, it’s okay to poison the children now?
Or was the PCB scare just a scam that got out of control?
Letters: Democracy threatened, confusion, and a constant game of whack-a-mole
Our constitution is written to protect the rights of an individual. Building togetherness and mutual commitment is about respect for every individual, “thin skinned” or not.
LaMarche: In Burlington’s mayoral race, money talks loudest
In a few days, one will win. But in three years time, will you tolerate another fabricated pair?
Proposed NH legislation seeks to allow law enforcement to combat border crossings
Most migrants attempting to enter through Canada first travel from Mexico, the reason being that Canada does not require visas for entry.
Evslin: Three toxic phrases
“Progressive” buzz-phrases prove ever more Regressive.
Another Guthrie plays music in Killington, talks about family legacy
With their legacy in mind, Guthrie is making a name for himself as a performer and, as it says on his website, “(carving) his own initials in the family tree.”
VT Headlines: People gather for the 79th annual Stowe Derby
AT&T to reimburse customers after massive network outage; Catamount Arts’ plan to return; Vermonters hold candlelight vigil to commemorate 2 years since Russia invaded Ukraine
Warner: Mid-Vermont girls team headed to championship despite legal battles
This a year after they made international headlines for taking a principled stand against playing a school boasting a biological male athlete, identifying as “trans”, standing nearly 6’3” tall.
Huff: Local school boards “in a pickle”
Legislators became drunk on Federal Covid dollars and are desperate for the binge to continue leaving the hangover headache for constituents to deal with.
Stack: H.850 passes
Unfortunately, it leaves much uncertainty and looks like a real “Show Trial Killer”.
Harrison: Difficult choices
If seniors on social security are expected to get by with the 3.2% cost of living adjustment this year, our state government should be able to do the same.
Letter: Some of the things I don’t understand, these days …
How Donald Trump could possibly get insurance deals by INFLATING the value of his properties?
Pelham: It’s okay to vote no on school budgets
Vote no on school budgets and deliver the message that the current entangled and costly system is not OK.
Birding to change the world
UVM’s Trish O’Kane on her new book and how birds saved her soul.
