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Roper: Is the VT block of large data centers the dumbest bill of 2026?

By Timothy Page on May 22, 2026 • ( 3 Comments )

BREAKING: Suspect in manslaughter motorcycle case spends afternoon in jail for contempt

By Timothy Page on May 22, 2026 • ( 2 Comments )

Cops still seeking shooter of man found dead 1 year ago

By Guy Page on May 22, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Man charged with juvenile assault

By Guy Page on May 22, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Non-adjourned legislature costs $300K/week. What got done, what’s left

By Guy Page on May 22, 2026 • ( 3 Comments )

Memorial Day travel migraines worse in VT than NH

By Guy Page on May 22, 2026 • ( 9 Comments )
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Lawmakers dump Tylenol stock before autism controversy

By Timothy Page on October 3, 2025 • ( 7 Comments )

Before President Trump warned pregnant women to avoid taking Tylenol, three members of Congress dumped stock in the Fortune 500 company that makes the popular painkiller — sell-offs that saved them from incurring sizable losses, an investigation by The Center Square found.

Teacher ‘behaving unusually’ busted for cocaine possession at school

By Guy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 3 Comments )

A student reported Martin was ‘behaving unusually.’

Blotter: German Shepherd fatally shot in Richford

By Guy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 5 Comments )

The German Shepherd returned home with a fatal gunshot wound to its snout.

Sanders, Balint Welch blame GOP for government shutdown

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 51 Comments )

All three members of Vermont’s congressional delegation blame Republicans for the ongoing Federal government shutdown, citing cuts in subsidized healthcare coverage and other government programs they say Americans depend on. 

Bethel Psychologist charged with $600K Medicaid fraud

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

Robert Vaillancourt, 76, of Bethel, pleaded innocent Tuesday in state court on four felony counts of Medicaid Fraud following a state investigation into his psychological practice.

Nearly 5,000 Vermont Federal employees begin working without pay—essential programs face cuts next

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 11 Comments )

As of October 1, 2025, the federal government is shut down. For Vermont, this presents a two-stage problem: a manageable short-term disruption that could quickly become a severe long-term crisis.

VT Headlines: New mental health urgent care to open in Newport next month

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025

Central Vermont Job Fair introduces candidates to employers and resources; Activists note ICE’s absence at Burlington airport in recent months

Gervais mounts challenge to Dame for Vermont GOP Chair

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 28 Comments )

The Vermont Republican Party is heading for a leadership showdown as Joe Gervais, an Arlington resident and party activist, announced he will challenge incumbent chair Paul Dame for the top job.

Fishing restricted in part of Hatchery Cove to protect spawning salmon

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

The closure aims to provide a safe corridor for the landlocked Atlantic salmon that gather in Hatchery Cove before migrating up the nearby Hatchery Brook to spawn each fall.

Ellis: Government shutdown blues

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 9 Comments )

Or…I talk to a Senate insider about how a shutdown works, why it happens and the political stakes for the rest of us.

Addison County prosecutor to resolve her DUI case

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 3 Comments )

Embattled Addison County State’s Attorney Eva P. Vekos reached a tentative agreement Wednesday to end her 20-month legal battle over a driving while intoxicated arrest when she responded to a homicide to help police.

Kinsley: A piece of the puzzle?

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

A reaction to Scott’s Executive Order on Housing

Joe Gervais running for Chair of the Vermont Republican Party 

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

Gervais: Vermont Republicans: let’s build a stronger, grassroots-powered future together

Governor Scott appoints 78 to boards and commissions

By Timothy Page on October 2, 2025 • ( 3 Comments )

The Governor’s office is currently soliciting applications to fill vacancies and upcoming term expirations.

VT Headlines: Police search for missing boater at Somerset Reservoir

By Timothy Page on October 1, 2025

Today’s Fire Danger Risk: Moderate to very high; A Burlington resident looks out for those less fortunate; Champlain College launches financial literacy academy

Crack bust highlights Philadelphia-to-Burlington crime pipeline

By Guy Page on October 1, 2025 • ( 5 Comments )

Police say Badeau set up shop in Decker Towers and sold crack in City Hall Park. Like many recent Burlington drug arrests, he has a criminal history in the Philadelphia PA area.

Weekly shoplifter: man stole cart of groceries 9 times

By Guy Page on October 1, 2025 • ( 14 Comments )

Nine times the same male allegedly entered the store and left with a cart full of unpaid merchandise.

TPUSA chapter in Barre gains steam

By Guy Page on October 1, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

High school freshman talks about community organizing and attending Charlie Kirk memorial in Arizona.

Red Sox fans new chant for Wild Card Series with Yankees: Ticketmaster Sucks!

By Timothy Page on October 1, 2025

The Yankees enacted a restrictive ticket policy that left thousands of fans, including many here in Vermont, locked out in order to minimize the number of Red Sox fans in Yankee Stadium.

Vermont sports betting revenue below projections

By Timothy Page on October 1, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

Bettors, particularly during the popular football season, performed significantly better than models anticipated, which directly reduced the state’s share of the proceeds.

‘Unofficial’ smallmouth bass catch smashes state record

By Timothy Page on October 1, 2025

If Andrew Oestringer of Barnet had brought his bass to a certified scale before filleting the fish, he would probably hold a new state record.

Despathy: Vermont carbon policy is legal plunder

By Timothy Page on October 1, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

Vermont has both the lowest energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in the country. Vermont does not need a greater tax burden. Period.

Roper: Data and analysis? Not so much in Montpelier.

By Timothy Page on October 1, 2025 • ( 7 Comments )

Auditor’s report shows increase in homeless spending increases homelessness.

Page: Autism and the New Eugenics

By Timothy Page on September 30, 2025 • ( 12 Comments )

The echoes of Nazi policies in the modern quest to “cure” and “eradicate” Autism.

From Springfield Vermont to Springfield MA, road rage shooting suspects fled police

By Guy Page on September 30, 2025 • ( 3 Comments )

Timeline of police pursuit and capture of Bradford couple.

VT Headlines: Ex-Hartford police lieutenant accused of sexual harassment banned from law enforcement work

By Timothy Page on September 30, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

Troubled Rutland City elder care home group is back in receivership; Tractor trailer stuck on Smuggler’s Notch in Cambridge, officials say; Barre group hits fundraising goal to buy vacant downtown building

Soulia: Vermonters’ right of self-defense

By Timothy Page on September 30, 2025 • ( 12 Comments )

What the Second Amendment and Article 16 mean for Vermonters

Is a Congressional power play about to end Vermont’s hemp industry?

By Timothy Page on September 30, 2025

A federal ban would override Vermont’s carefully crafted state system. The “total THC” rule could make much of the hemp grown by Vermont farmers illegal overnight.

Procaccini: Who really benefits from the Gaza War?

By Timothy Page on September 30, 2025 • ( 11 Comments )

There is a shocking 38-page document, published in the Washington Post, that outlines exactly what the plan by Israel/US was and still is for Gaza, including the removal of the entire population of Palestinians; and constructing the “Trump Gaza Riviera”.

Scott names ‘shoe bomber’ prosecutor as new judge

By Guy Page on September 30, 2025

Owyang most recently held leadership roles at VELCO and Vermont Gas.

St. Albans dairy strike strikes at heart of national power struggle

By Timothy Page on September 30, 2025 • ( 7 Comments )

The walkout was targeted at a facility already weakened by legal and environmental troubles, and it employs a sophisticated legal strategy that could have consequences for workers across the country.

Road rage shooting suspects captured

By Guy Page on September 30, 2025

Wanted and dangerous couple apprehended in MA. Drilling gasoline tanks. Inmate dies after 32 years in prison. Truck strikes boulder in Notch.

Bennett: My vote goes “clunk”

By Timothy Page on September 29, 2025 • ( 3 Comments )

An older Vermonter hopes he lives long enough to see the Turning Point tide roll across Vermont.

Famed Vermont golfer under fire

By Guy Page on September 29, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

The best pro golfer to ever come out of Vermont is in the doghouse after the USA just lost a huge international tournament.

New England election integrity summit seeks more voter protection

By Paul Bean on September 29, 2025 • ( 8 Comments )

There is no statewide voter ID requirement at polls, and no-excuse absentee voting is available for all.

VT Headlines: Burlington mural vandalized one day after it was painted

By Timothy Page on September 29, 2025 • ( 7 Comments )

White River Junction VA Medical Center unveils $16M renovation; University of Vermont women’s soccer wins first America East Conference game of 2025; Walk to End Alzheimer’s was back in Shelburne

Deal: Military leadership overdue for a reset

By Timothy Page on September 29, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

Are you worried about the president’s meeting with more than 800 senior generals and admirals tomorrow? Consider this: how our military prepares for global conflict hasn’t changed since the Obama era. 

Callers vent frustration to legislator about homeless, easy benefits, cost of living 

By Timothy Page on September 29, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

One caller disputed a Democrat lawmaker’s assertion that Vermont isn’t attractive to out-of-state people looking to take advantage of Vermont’s generous public offerings.

Singing the WORST. SONG. EVER.

By Timothy Page on September 29, 2025

A live music showdown of the best attempts at the very worst songs is coming back to the Barre Opera House in November.

State of Vermont finds loopholes to allow food assistance for non-workers

By Guy Page on September 29, 2025

The State is also reviewing, one by one, the cases of 1,532 non-citizens forbidden to receive food benefits under the OBBB.

Giant pumpkin squashes past record at Sam Mazza’s weigh-off

By Timothy Page on September 29, 2025

Growers gathered at Sam Mazza’s Farm last Saturday to see who had the biggest pumpkin.

Mesick gets out of trouble again

By Timothy Page on September 29, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

Tovi Rose Mesick, formerly known as Christopher M. Mesick, claimed self-defense when Stephen Furtado, now 47, was shot inside his residence at the Salmon Run Apartments on Riverside Avenue in Burlington in February 2023.

Roper: Repeal the Renewable Energy Standard in 2026? Yes, please!

By Timothy Page on September 29, 2025

Senate Republican Leader outlines some agenda items for next year.

FDA confirms abortion pill review

By Timothy Page on September 29, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

This comes in response to 22 state attorneys general who asked the FDA to review the drug. These officials cited concerns over new studies showing much higher rates of adverse events than the studies which were used to justify the drug’s initial approval.

MacDonald: Gov. Scott’s climate road-to-Damascus moment

By Timothy Page on September 28, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

Governor Scott dropped two bombshells on Vermont’s climate cult.

Soulia: The economic impact of Act 59

By Timothy Page on September 28, 2025 • ( 8 Comments )

Signed into law in June 2023, Act 59 sets ambitious goals to conserve 30% of Vermont’s land by 2030 and 50% by 2050. These targets align with the international “30 by 30” initiative but extend Vermont’s commitments even further by setting a 50% benchmark for mid-century.

Livingston: Vermont’s climate trap is a man-made policy disaster

By Timothy Page on September 28, 2025 • ( 2 Comments )

Vermont has been trapped. Not by ice, not by storms, not even by the natural cold that shapes who we are — but by the kind of law that looks good on paper and bleeds us dry in practice.

Shooting of St. J police captain captured on body cam

By Guy Page on September 28, 2025 • ( 9 Comments )

The Friday the 13th video begins with Hendry following Gray into a Portland St. apartment building to investigate a report of domestic assault by Mason on his wife.

‘Hot Off The Press’ VDC radio show debuts 11 AM Monday – hear the trailer

By Guy Page on September 28, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

I give the headlines and the back story and talk to the reporters who write the day’s top stories. And best of all we take YOUR comments and questions. Tune in at 11 AM every weekday on WDEV AM 550 and 96.1 FM, and livestreamed on WDEVradio.COM.

BREAKING: Vigil for Charlie Kirk in Bennington at 5 PM

By Guy Page on September 27, 2025 • ( 5 Comments )

“Join us as we gather together peacefully to mourn the loss of Charlie Kirk. A limited number of candles will be available but we encourage you to bring your own. We will gather together at the four corners starting at 5 pm. Let the Lord Jesus shine through us as we remember our brother in Christ,” Mason and Gagnon said.

VT Headlines: Propane tank hit by construction equipment in Shelburne; two homes evacuated

By Timothy Page on September 26, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

Vermont man sentenced after accepting plea deal in South Burlington attack; Vermont agriculture secretary says federal relief will likely be requested for famers due to drought; Fire ravages Sugarbush Golf Course

Road rage duo wanted for attempted murder

By Guy Page on September 26, 2025 • ( 2 Comments )

Arrest warrants for attempted murder have been issued. Police now describe the incident on Saturday as involving gunfire.

Near-death experience inspires publisher to creative burst of artwork

By Guy Page on September 26, 2025

“In 2024 I almost died during a diabetic hypoglycemic episode. Almost. Something reasserted itself while I was hospitalized: I learned I was not ready to go.”

AFP: 10 reasons to let Biden’s Covid credits expire

By Paul Bean on September 26, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

President Biden’s credits are one of many examples of how Washington has tried to control health care with one-size-fits-all mandates, higher costs, and fewer choices.

Suspected drugs-for-guns ringleader jailed

By Timothy Page on September 26, 2025 • ( 2 Comments )

Fifth defendant picked up on indictment

Regulators nix biomass-not-farm-methane Lyndon power plant contract

By Guy Page on September 26, 2025

It had a federal grant. It had a buyer for renewable energy credits. But the proposed Lyndon biomass plant didn’t have a path forward to get a guaranteed high price for the energy it would make.

India native remains in jail for now in Barre gun case

By Timothy Page on September 26, 2025

A Barre resident from India will continue to be held behind bars as his criminal case for reportedly lying during an attempt to buy a semiautomatic pistol at a Washington County firearms shop plays out in federal court.

Main man in Murder for Hire plot has sentencing postponed

By Timothy Page on September 26, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

One accomplice in Danville homicide ordered to serve over 9 years

CLG: Former FBI Director James Comey indicted on charges of lying to Congress, obstruction of justice

By Timothy Page on September 26, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

Charlie Kirk suspect’s trans lover has VANISHED – new photos show abandoned home; Rifle behind Charlie Kirk’s killing may be untraceable relic from WWI; Anti-ICE shooter Joshua Jahn used Nazi battle rifle in deadly Dallas attack – experts

Fireovid: Blinded by the artificial light

By Timothy Page on September 26, 2025 • ( 11 Comments )

As currently written, the plans developed by our ruling class will make the inevitable decrease in our average standard of living even worse.

Vermont Dairy 4-Hers bring home ribbons and respect from the Big E!

By Timothy Page on September 26, 2025 • ( 2 Comments )

Vermont 4-H youth showcased their talents, dedication and prize livestock at the 2025 Eastern States Exposition, better known as The Big E, held in West Springfield, Massachusetts. They brought home enough ribbons to fill a milk can – or two.

Senate ally of Mahdawi led profane anti-ICE chant at rally

By Guy Page on September 25, 2025 • ( 18 Comments )

According to several witnesses watching from a nearby hotel porch, including Chester GOP Chair Roy Spaulding, Sen. White repeatedly spoke the phrase into a microphone during the rally, encouraging others to join in – which many did. 

Welch calls for Palestinian state/ VPIRG pushing plug-in solar

By Guy Page on September 25, 2025 • ( 12 Comments )

he move accompanies similar calls by Australia, Canada and other nations for a Palestinian state, in response to the ongoing war in Gaza that began when Hamas attacked Israel in October, 2023, killing more than 1000 civilians and soldiers and taking many Israelis hostage.

Body of missing kayaker recovered from Lake Memphremagog

By Timothy Page on September 25, 2025

Chief Travis Bingham of the Newport Police Department said the Vermont State Police Dive Team located the remains of Charles Arnold, 70, at about 12:20 p.m. Monday. His body will be taken to the Vermont State Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington to determine the cause and manner of death.

Man held woman hostage in abandoned building, assaulted her: police

By Guy Page on September 25, 2025

Newport Police discovered an abandoned building where John had been staying. A witness told police John was holding the woman hostage there and had given her a black eye.

Fire destroys clubhouse at Sugarbush Resort Golf Club overnight

By Paul Bean on September 25, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

No injuries were reported. However the Clubhouse and Hogan’s Pub suffered irreparable damage. 

State employee union fights return to workplace three days a week

By Guy Page on September 25, 2025 • ( 20 Comments )

“Remote work is so common that we fear the state will not be able to attract or retain high-quality employees if forced back into the office,” the union argues.

Dem-appointed judges reject Trump admin move in Mahdawi case

By Guy Page on September 24, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

The ruling to deny the government’s request for an ‘en banc’ (full court) review of earlier judicial motions means the legal fight over their arrests will move forward immediately to a standard three-judge panel for a final decision on the core issues.

Sanders, Balint blame Trump for Kimmel cancellation

By Paul Bean on September 24, 2025 • ( 23 Comments )

“I don’t often agree with Ted Cruz, but he’s right about this,” wrote Sen. Sanders on X Saturday in respobnse to a statement made by Ted Cruz to the Washington Post.  

Cohen: Vermont hospital chief flameout 2.0

By Timothy Page on September 24, 2025 • ( 8 Comments )

The ousted chief of Vermont’s largest hospital is now two strikes away from a final out trying to run health-care companies.

BREAKING: Officer identified in Burlington Police shooting

By Timothy Page on September 24, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

Burlington Police Officer Brady McGee was identified as the police officer involved in a shooting that injured a city man on Sunday, Vermont State Police said this afternoon. State police also confirmed in the news release that Aaron Loucks, 32, of Burlington was the wounded man. Vermont News First had reported on Monday that Loucks had been shot the night before.

VT Headlines: Jewish community celebrates Rosh Hashanah at Burlington’s waterfront

By Timothy Page on September 24, 2025

Brattleboro’s Teamsters Union Local 597 unanimously votes to ratify contract with Travel Kuz; Vermont officials say recent rain helps, but drought is far from over; Shelburne warns about charger safety after lithium-ion battery explosion

The hidden cost of care

By Timothy Page on September 24, 2025

New book reveals how lobbying drives up healthcare prices

Fernandez: The Gaza “Genocide” is a lie

By Timothy Page on September 24, 2025 • ( 8 Comments )

Now a political weapon, threadbare and cliche, it is shamelessly misused by high school and college students and faculty, anarchists, like Antifa,  as well as the likes of Washington representatives Ilhan Omar (D-MI) and Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY).

Blotter: Motorcyclist, teen die in crashes/ three assault cases

By Guy Page on September 24, 2025

The driver of the Suzuki bike was pronounced dead at the scene.

13-year-old takes checkered flag at Thunder Road

By Guy Page on September 24, 2025

Haggett, a multisport athlete and honor-roll student, made the jump from go-karts to full-size cars only a year ago.

Klar: Charlie Kirk taught colleges how to teach

By Timothy Page on September 24, 2025 • ( 5 Comments )

His campus events proved that universities are failing America’s youth.

Roper: Both sides have nut jobs, but only one side cheers them on

By Timothy Page on September 24, 2025 • ( 23 Comments )

Thoughts on Charlie Kirk’s assassination.

High school administrator responds to boy/girl bathroom criticism

By Guy Page on September 23, 2025 • ( 6 Comments )

“The old version of a large “group-style” bathroom created far more opportunities for vandalism, vaping, and fights to take place. This renovation allows for student privacy and removes the ability for large groups of students to congregate and misuse the space,” Messier said.

Vermont’s congressional delegation rated worst in the nation for Bible-aligned legislation

By Timothy Page on September 23, 2025 • ( 11 Comments )

Currently, Wyoming’s delegation is ranked first nationally with a 90.65% alignment, while Vermont’s delegation is ranked the worst with just 0.66% alignment.

VT Headlines: Burlington musician Kevin Bloom launches early bid for Chittenden County sheriff

By Timothy Page on September 23, 2025

Vermont grapples with the potential end of Covid-era federal subsidies for marketplace health insurance; Missing Vermont man found dead in Orange; A Norwich car theft leads to a party invitation; Standoff suspect threatened to kill neighbors, court records show

Blotter: Sex assault, welfare fraud, crash at dam

By Guy Page on September 23, 2025

Welfare fraud in the Kingdom. Drunk river hits boat trailer at Chittenden Dam.

The full story behind the Shaftsbury Solar decision

By Timothy Page on September 23, 2025 • ( 5 Comments )

Why the elected town government, acting on behalf of all its constituents, would trade its opposition for nearly a quarter-million dollars in annual revenue and other benefits.

Planet Hank reports taser, pepper spray, cocaine incident in Brattleboro

By Guy Page on September 23, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

“Brattleboro officers received a report of a physical altercation in the area of Elliot Street which possibly involved a firearm. Brattleboro police responded with multiple officers and began investigating and were able to locate two males known to be involved in the incident. One victim reported he was struck with a taser and pepper spray….”

“People vs. Big Tech” town hall series starts October 1

By Timothy Page on September 23, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

A new statewide town hall series, People vs. Big Tech: Vermont, will raise the issue of data privacy, digital advertising, and artificial intelligence to communities across the state.

Bio-tech incubator started by RNAi developer opens at UVM

By Guy Page on September 23, 2025

“America, if you look at it, who went to America? It’s not the people who were allset in the country. It’s not the aristocrats, right? It’s the people who had a hard time, who had their back to the wall, but reacted by doing something,” Fruehauf said.

State Police and their families gather to honor heroism, service

By Paul Bean on September 22, 2025

Humility, integrity, community, and family were common themes throughout the morning ceremony.

UVM-trained physician joins newest NASA astronaut class

By Guy Page on September 22, 2025 • ( 19 Comments )

From Vermont to the stars! Muller’s class marks the 24th group of astronaut candidates since NASA introduced the legendary “Mercury Seven” in 1959.

Barre man charged with sex abuse, animal cruelty

By Guy Page on September 22, 2025

The tip suggested that CSAM was being uploaded and shared on Kik, a messaging application.

Act 73 public forums this week, next week

By Guy Page on September 22, 2025 • ( 3 Comments )

Local leaders, educators, and stakeholders will be present to share insights and respond to community input.

BREAKING: Burlington cops shoot suspect in standoff

By Guy Page on September 22, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

The ATF investigated him after he made possible threats toward the distribution process for the COVID-19 vaccine shots in Vermont, federal court records show.

B-2 flyover thrills Norwich football crowd

By Timothy Page on September 22, 2025

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.

Sextortionists trap children through popular gaming sites

By Guy Page on September 22, 2025

The platforms most commonly cited include Discord, Telegram, Roblox, and Minecraft, though experts caution that the group can surface on any platform where children can interact online.

VT Headlines: Police search for missing kayaker on Lake Memphremagog

By Timothy Page on September 22, 2025 • ( 3 Comments )

Charlie Kirk’s friends praise slain activist’s faith, mark on conservative movement; Vermonters donate to annual ‘Pedals for Progress’ collection drive

Keelan: How we can break Vermont’s dependency on Washington

By Timothy Page on September 22, 2025 • ( 4 Comments )

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. 

Illegal immigrant attempts to buy firearm at Barre gun store

By Timothy Page on September 22, 2025 • ( 3 Comments )

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.

Ellis: Violence and Charlie Kirk

By Timothy Page on September 22, 2025 • ( 23 Comments )

When will we act?

Large crowd gathers in Newport City for candlelight vigil in memory of Charlie Kirk

By Timothy Page on September 22, 2025 • ( 5 Comments )

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.

Support needed for Vermont’s $5 ski hill

By Timothy Page on September 22, 2025 • ( 1 Comment )

Known for its incredibly low-priced $5 lift tickets, the Brattleboro Ski Hill provides an affordable entry point for new skiers and local families.

Wilson Castle: Proctor’s monument to the Gilded Age

By Timothy Page on September 22, 2025

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.

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Roper: Is the VT block of large data centers the dumbest bill of 2026?

Keelan: Is a wealth tax coming to Vermont?

MacDonald: plenty of shootings outside VT bars – none inside

Soulia: You are not the public

LaFleur: Election Integrity panel avoids issues that compromise election integrity

Roper: Democrats plot next carbon tax during repeal of Clean Heat Standard

Carroll: People charged with murder should be incarcerated

Jesse: The Association of American Educators, an alternative to teachers’ unions

Fernandez: The trouble with The New York Times’ “The silence that meets the rape of Palestinians”

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