Parents can’t exercise their rights if schools never inform them about what is being taught or how their child is being treated.
Tiemann: Investigate, inform and advocate
Feds plan to prosecute self-proclaimed “Philly Whiteboy”
Charged with crack cocaine at Burlington City Hall Park
Beerworth: Governor Scott knows how political pressure works
Maybe it is past time for the Governor to take a good, long look in the mirror before casting stones.
Dem announces run for Douglass senate seat, Scott fills House vacancy
Douglass describes how both he and his wife Brianna, parents to a newborn, were fired from their jobs after the Politico story leading to his resignation was published.
Keelan: What the Constitution means to me—flashback to 1987
250 years ago in Philadelphia, those who met had to process issues that were of far greater substance than what our present Congress so helplessly contends with today. What was present then and is missing today is the willingness and courage to adopt compromising positions. By failing to carry out its role, the three-legged table has lost its integrity and been damaged. And so has the country.
Bean: I am leaving the Party of Weenies and Cowards
I do not think there is a state in America that hates young men more than Vermont.
Manley: No Kings at 5 Corners
Chuck Schumer, leader of the US Senate Minority, recently said “Rise Up, faithful Democrats!” on a nationally televised broadcast. Rise up against what, and do what, I wonder?
VT Headlines: Former Colchester fire chief Sandy Ladd honored at funeral
Vermont farms impacted by drought could see federal help; State allocates almost $8 million to low-income broadband program; Rutland commander retires after 27 years with Vermont State Police
Compass Vermont: The shutdown’s real cost to Vermont
To protect Vermonters from the federal crisis, the state may be forced to sacrifice its own strategic plans for housing and property tax relief.
Harrison: Preparations for the Legislature
It’s the time of year when we begin to get ready for the next season. Golf clubs and kayaks get cleaned and put away for next year. The list includes an appointment at Charlie Dorr’s to change over to snow tires, taking down the garden hoses at the house and much more. And while the State House is mostly quiet these days, some are preparing for the new legislative session, which begins January 6.
Soulia: Are Vermont farms’ tile drains about to become expensive Federal pollution pipes?
A pair of environmental nonprofits are threatening to sue one of Vermont’s largest dairies for allegedly polluting Dead Creek, a tributary of Lake Champlain — but the dispute could reach far beyond a single Addison County farm. If the Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) and Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC) prevail, their interpretation of the Clean Water Act could redefine how nearly every Vermont farm manages its land and water.
Northfield’s Trans-Video to be acquired by Comcast
From a milk truck on a mountain to a new era
Homes for bats on Halloween
Holy wildlife housing,next week is Bat Week!
Trooper injured when cruiser hits deer
Lights flashing enroute to a domestic sexual assault in Jay, Trooper Lynch’s cruiser struck a deer.
Politico Chat leaker Gavin Wax: “Douglass obviously has the most to lose”
Reports have emerged Wax’s potential motives in turning on his own party stem from losing the Young Republican National Federation chairmanship to Peter Giunta in 2024, allegedly using the chat logs to extort members and undermine Giunta’s pro-Trump faction.
Facing threats to his family, Sam Douglass resigns
We just had a baby. Our first. We struggled with fertility for years and we were lucky. I was on paternity leave as of last week and I was just returning to legislative work when this story broke. So, we’re still trying to put our house back together and catch up on sleep. Yet, I have received some of the most horrific hate one could imagine.
Mirror, Mirror on the wall: Who’s the next sinner we blackball?
Politics is about power, and Douglass has it right now. My advice to the 27-year-old state senator from Orleans County: Don’t give it up.
Speaker Johnson: The real leaders of the Democrat Party? AOC and Bernie Sanders
“CNN hosts the first socialist town hall, where Bernie Sanders and AOC said the quiet parts out loud,” said Johnson. They don’t know what they want to end the shutdown…”
Some VT student English skills improve, status quo in other subjects
State officials said results were mostly consistent with the previous year.
Roper: Sanders and Welch votes to keep the government closed threaten food and heat benefits
Partisan agenda could leave low-income Vermonters cold and hungry.
VT Headlines: Electrical fire completely destroys van in Essex Junction
Police investigate fatal motorcycle crash in Southern Vermont; Vermont joins lawsuit against Trump for cutting $7 billion in solar funds; Vermont’s fiscal leaders worry feds won’t repay the state when government reopens
Hazlett: The hue and cry over State Senator Douglass
30-something active Republican asks: “Why would I run, when young Vermonters like Senator Douglass aren’t allowed to make a mistake?”
Soulia: Vishing, the voice scam that’s harder to detect
What makes these calls convincing is the use of real data — names, addresses, or partial account numbers — pulled from earlier data breaches or public records. Caller ID spoofing adds another layer of deception by displaying a familiar or official-looking number.
Hooper: The Ballad of Not-So-Sorry-Sam
Celebration of violence is wrong. Every. Single. Time. Vermont Governor Scott, without hesitation, said, Sam Douglass, you’re finished; along with all of his party leadership. Please comply with this directive, former Senator Douglass, without passing another moment.
Farmer in path of I-91 burned down barn and killed himself
A haunting piece of Vermont history — the story of Ascutney farmer Romaine Tenney — has been brought to life in animation and has earned its creator, Burlington filmmaker Travis Van Alstyne, the 2025 Richard O. Hathaway Award from the Vermont Historical Society.
The tragic end of Elliot Eastman
A Vermont YouTuber’s fatal move to the Philippines
Caught with 40 bags of drugs – cited, released, unconcerned
Despite allegedly being found in possession of 40 bags of hard drugs, the couple was clearly only mildly concerned.
VT Headlines: Over $3 million in tax incentives to go to Vermont redevelopment projects
Vermont DCF pulls license for Rutland Town child care center; As Montpelier City Council mulls multi-million infrastructure project, a familiar consultant rises above the fray; ICE looking to fill 100 jobs at Williston facility, could offer up to $50,000 as a sign-on bonus
Sanders blames Trump and Johnson for shutdown
“This is not a time for credit. This is a time to think about American policy,” said Sanders, claiming “The entire infrastructure of Gaza… have been destroyed under Trump,” and criticizing $22 billion given to Netanyahu’s government for policies that “have been starving children.”
Affidavit alleges YR chat turned over under duress
Developing news on the Politico story…
Steidler: Senator Sanders’ doom campaign on AI and jobs
Simply put, there is no real-world evidence to back up the Senator’s claims. It also appears he is using fear about AI to jump-start his socialist economic agenda.
Backcountry bailouts
Whether it’s frozen boots or broken tibias, Waterbury Backcountry Rescue Team (WRBT) is prepared to respond to any kind of backcountry crisis.
Coester: GOP knee-jerk reaction ‘appalling’
Be aware: the youth will not look kindly on any of the “alleged” leaders who threw Sam under the bus in the blink of an eye.
Soulia: How Vermont let its courts collapse while chasing climate glory
That’s not a crisis of resources—it’s a crisis of judgment.
Air Force doctor gives UVM $16 million in wife’s name for nursing scholarships
The Nancy Wicks Bemis, RN Endowment will provide scholarship assistance for undergraduate and graduate nursing students with financial need who demonstrate potential to become future leaders in the profession. Priority will be given to students who are Vermont residents.
Klar: Blue states rebelling against Kennedy and the CDC are gambling with lives
Contrary to the fear-mongering by state and federal officials, Covid is not killing millions of Americans, as vaccine worshippers seem to imagine: current CDC surveillance data review a Covid death rate of zero people per 100,000 Americans as of the week that ended September 6, 2025. Such deaths have not risen above .3 per 100,000 people since the week of February 17, 2024.
GOP executive committee retracts Chair Paul Dame’s statement about Sam Douglass
“The VTGOP Executive Committee unanimously supports this statement and issues a full, complete retraction of the previously issued statement by Chairman Paul Dame,” the executive committee said.
Douglass: “I apologize so deeply”
“I completely denounce and fully condemn the vile and disgusting comments included in the POLITICO article and I have cut all ties with those involved,” Douglas said.
VT Headlines: Sgt. Kyle Kapitanski terminated from Shelburne Police Department
State shuts down Rutland child care center after finding multiple violations; Pedestrian killed in Highgate crash; Northeast dairy farmers can now apply for modernization grants; Vermont school district says cellphone bans are showing positive results
Deal: Economic freedom drives political liberty
Governor Scott is the only thing standing between Vermont and a continued moral and fiscal bankruptcy that would end any remaining semblance of independence. He is also the only proven unifier known for decades. What every citizen should do, anyone who sees the picture painted above for what it is – in reality, and not ideology – is write the Governor and ask him to run again.
Why a minor tremor is Vermont’s wake-up call
The true danger for Vermont lies not in the probability of an earthquake, but in the catastrophic consequences a moderate one could have on the state’s beloved historic brick buildings.
Iowa’s guv bans buying junk food with food stamps. Could Phil Scott?
Make Vermont Healthy Again? We discuss healthy options for food stamp purchase and other initiatives with John Klar today on Hot Off The Press.
Burlington airport won’t run Noem video blaming Dems for government shutdown
“We will continue to do all that we can to avoid delays that will impact your travel. And our hope is that Democrats will soon recognize the importance of opening the government,” Noem said.
CT drug debt enforcer convicted of murder in state court
Two hours of deliberation were all the Orleans County jury needed to sentence Cedano for the 2019 crime.
Wildlife Day draws visitors from around the state
Wildlife Day at the Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area Visitor Center took place this year on Oct. 4 in Addison.
Vermont AG halts Angi’s ‘Certified Pro’ deception
The $100,000 penalty, when viewed against the backdrop of multi-million dollar settlements, raises an important question: Was this a significant punishment or just the cost of doing business?
Letters: Vaillancourt on gender gaslighting/ Boar’s Head listeria
Boar’s Head crisis/ Parental attempts to regain their rights
Gervais drops run for GOP state chair, endorses Ingalls
“After speaking with Russ, it is clear that we have a fearless advocate with the vision needed to lead our Party into 2026 and beyond,” Gervais said.
Scott, GOP leaders call for GOP senator to resign following social media comments
“We are in agreement with Gov. Phil Scott. Sen. Sam Douglass’ statements as reported by Politico are unacceptable and deeply disturbing. They cannot be excused and are inconsistent with Vermont values and what Vermont Republicans stand for,” GOP House and Senate leaders said.
37 Vermont-bound cats in horrific crash/ dust explosion/ cop attacker sentenced
Thirty two cats are currently accounted for, and the Furrkids staff is attempting to recover the 5 missing cats.
VT Headlines: Montpelier man charged with attempted murder after multiple alleged assaults
Police look for suspect in Orleans store break-in; Actor Luis Guzmán Reflects on living in Vermont, service and staying grounded; Tractor-trailer crash causes delays on Route 2 in Colchester
Suspected lawnmower thief jailed after 30 release violations
A man cited October 3 in connection with a lawnmower theft in Highgate was arrested again last week after allegedly violating court conditions 30 times tied to numerous prior charges and probation cases. This time, he was jailed on $2000 bail.
Housing, food co-op get state/fed grant $$
The Caledonia Food Cooperative would be on the site of a former drug store on Railroad Street, the commercial district of Caledonia County’s largest town.
Burlington cops and DEA bust 2 out-of-staters for intent to sell crack cocaine charges
Found hiding in a shower fully clothed with multiple large chunks of crack cocaine.
Ingalls: No substitute for GOP victory
The Vermont Republican Party has the policies Vermonters want to rally around, and we need to make sure our messaging matches the moment.
Elon Musk’s brother rumored to have been in Vermont
“The Gulfstream G600 private jet with the registration number N831FR is owned by Kimbal Musk,” said the results. Gulfstream G-600 Private jets aren’t cheap. Brand new, they sell at the base price of $45 Million.
VT Headlines: Over 100 protest ICE surveillance plans at Williston intelligence hub
Two in hospital after head-on collision in Rutland County; Comic book and pop culture fans gather for Rail City Fan Fest; Pittsford celebrates Vermont’s sheep history
Roper: Mike Pieciak is planning a negative campaign against Donald Tru– Er, Phil Scott
They want to know if Vermonters will buy a bunch of negative attacks on Phil Scott linking our governor to President Trump.
Breaking: Three hats in ring for VT GOP chair
The new candidate is a real estate exec and radio station owner.
HOTP today: AI concerns, covering the worst of all news
In the first half hour, I will cover the weekend and Monday morning’s top headlines, and VDC columnist Alison Despathy and I will discuss her latest post warning against the ‘dumbing down’ and energy consumption downsides of AI. In the second half hour, the Media Monday segment, listeners and I will discuss the pros and cons and rights and wrongs of sharing information following fatal accidents.
Trump: Dawn of a new Middle East
Excerpts from President Donald Trump’s speech today at the Israeli Knesset.
Deal: On its 250th birthday, remembering how the U.S. Navy was born
When the seas grow contested, commerce falters, and ordinary citizens feel it first — at the store, the gas pump, and the paycheck.
UVM announces crackdown on fraudulent maple syrup
Vermont’s Extension Maple Program has been awarded a grant from the Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships to prevent farmers from misrepresenting the grade of their maple syrup.
Activists join Vermont Stands Up/ Simmonds gets new owner/ Goat cheese market growing
Simmonds is expected to generate $350 million in revenue for the calendar year ending December. The Company employs about 900 people.
Erick Erickson guest speaker at GOP awards night
The ‘Bernie Sanders state’ could have a Republican-controlled Legislature next year, Erickson noted.
$149 million tech center goes to voters November 4
The new center would expand CVCC’s construction trades, electrical, plumbing, and heating programs, with potential additions like business, cybersecurity & IT, diesel mechanics, digital media arts, and human and natural resources programs.
Customs & Immigration training building tagged with threatening messages
The USCIS Training Facility at 237 Harvest Lane serves as a pivotal center for training and education related to U.S. immigration and citizenship services.
Former high school athlete dies in DUI crash
The two played high school sports together. Now one is dead and the other charged with DUI death resulting.
School shorts: Free tuition at VSU/ Golf champ/ BLM mural defaced
The new Freedom & Unity program, launched by the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) in partnership with Vermont State University (VTSU), covers full tuition for Vermonters with household incomes of $65,000 or less.
Letter: Windsor GOP couple says ‘thanks’
The county’s Republican spirit is growing strong — and we’re so proud to have accomplished our goal of having Republican Legislators that reflect the commonsense conservative voice of Windsor County.
Teacher pleads innocent to cocaine possession in school
The school resource officer said Martin appeared impaired, with rapid speech, erratic movements, and a heart rate of 130 beats per minute—symptoms consistent with cocaine use.
VT Headlines: Vermont Gov. Phil Scott and Burlington’s mayor meet to discuss future of the city
Waterbury says mountain biking tourism brings in $1m annually; Home completely destroyed by fire in Highgate, Vermont; Staying safe while heating your home
BREAKING: Feds say Central Vermont drug dealer continued his business from jail
Seeking longer prison term in upcoming sentencing in fentanyl and crack case
Act 73 ‘Future of Public Education’ committee publishes online survey
The Committee on the Future of Public Education created by the Legislature has launched its public engagement and input-gathering this week with an online survey to collect feedback from Vermonters regarding education reform and the redistricting.
Today is Feedback Friday – call in to Hot Off The Press
No guests on Feedback Friday – only callers! Call in at 802-244-1777 from 11:05 AM – noon.
Nonprofit seeks to rejuvenate Goddard
Arts events bring new life into the former campus
Drought on the heels of flooding in 2024 and 2023 complicates trail upkeep
How trail management is impacted by severe weather
Roper: Act 73 survey: Time to tell ‘em what you really think!
Where’s the bleeping property tax relief?
BREAKING: UVM to host Justice Sonia Sotomayor
The University of Vermont announced today that it will host U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor on October 20.
Lottery vendor waited nearly a year to warn Vermonters of massive data breach, violating State law
The company waited 320 days—nearly 11 months—to warn victims.
VT Headlines: Demolitions begin on flood-ravaged Vermont properties following FEMA buyouts
Bennington apartment building goes up in flames, cause of fire unknown; Extreme drought expands across Vermont and New Hampshire; Viral video shows ‘secret nature’ of porcupines, Vermont biologist says
Vaillancourt: School children struggle to read, not with ‘white supremacy’
“To borrow a term from you, Parents are tired of being marginalized,” Vaillancourt told the school board.
Parents, educators sharply divided on LGBTQ messaging in school
Vaillancourt argued that despite increased spending, “our children continue to be well below proficiency.”
Even the lobsters prefer Canada these days
The ultimate destination for these climate-migrating lobsters is north, into the cooler, more stable waters of Canada.
Tonight, who will win the George Schiavone Legislator of the Year Award?
The evening’s guest speaker will be nationally syndicated radio show host Erick Erickson who is based out of Atlanta. Prior to starting his own radio show and podcast Erickson also served as the CEO and Editor-in Chief at RedState.com.
Copter landing on Causeway BETA’s latest incident
The recent emergency landing of a BETA Technologies chopper in Colchester was just the latest in a string of hiccups plaguing the company.
Despathy: A Modest Proposal – for Vermont
This extractive economy is invasive and abusive and government and many companies either via force –or under the Silicon Valley spell– fall prey to the shiny new profitable tech that commodifies life in ways never witnessed.
VT Headlines: BETA-owned helicopter makes ‘precautionary’ landing on Colchester Causeway
Village of Wells River sends letter urging residents to conserve water as winter approaches; St. Albans dairy workers ratify a contract, ending strike; Rutland voters overwhelmingly approve TIF bond for redevelopment
Hot Off The Press today: Charlie Kirk assassination inspires another Vermonter to take action
Today’s top story on Vermont Daily Chronicle has its beginning in yet another Vermonter who was inspired by the life of assassinated free speech and conservative leader Charlie Kirk. Reporter Ted Cohen and Hot Off The Press host Guy Page will discuss the Hartford Diner story in the first half of Hot Off the Press.
Klar: America’s brotherly love crisis
Why is the nation becoming more uncivil?
Neubieser: No, Vermont isn’t immune to our system of legalized corruption
Vermonters know the difference between free speech and legalized bribery. These reforms aren’t radical — they’re common sense. They represent the baseline of what a healthy democracy needs to survive.
Police find three dead men Tuesday
The bodies of three men who died in different ways and in different places are all found by Vermont State Police on the same day.
Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force hearings
These hearings are an opportunity to learn about the Task Force’s work and to share your perspectives and priorities, which will help guide the Task Force as it develops proposals for Vermont’s school district boundaries. These hearings are not for commenting on finalized maps, but your input will inform the Task Force’s work and be included in their report to the legislature.
Researchers deliberately create motherless human embryos from skin cells
IVG is a process by which adult skin cells are used to create human gametes (eggs and sperm). The egg or sperm are generated through the use of pluripotent stem cells (iPS), in a process of “reprogramming” or stripping adult skin or blood cells back to an “embryonic-like” state where the cells can then be indefinitely duplicated.
Burlington rugby star Ilhona Maher immortalized in Barbie doll
“Confidence is a muscle,” Maher said. “You build it through hard work, mistakes, and showing up as your full self — and that’s what I hope girls see in this doll.”
‘Virulent’ anti-Trump Vermont diner triggers firestorm over ‘political menu’
“May every one of you filthy Rebs die screaming in a fire,” Bartner added.
VT Headlines: Brattleboro hospital CEO on leave amid fears about the not-for-profit’s fiscal health
UVM community reflects two years after Hamas attack on Isreal; Man facing charges after fatal head-on collision in Hinesburg; Rutland prepares for TIF bond vote on Tuesday; USDA warns that Hello Fresh meals may contain listeria-tainted spinach
Vermont Department of Health says ‘autism isn’t something that needs to be cured’
On September 22, Pres. Donald Trump and Kennedy announced “bold actions to tackle the autism epidemic,” which they said has surged nearly 400% since 2000 and now affects 1 in 31 American children.
VT Dems accuse Guv Scott of side-stepping his responsibility
“While our congressional delegation is in Washington fighting to protect tens of thousands of Vermonters from losing access to healthcare, Governor Scott is offering no solutions,” says Vermont Democratic Party Executive Director May Hanlon in a written statement posted to Facebook.
Burlington campaign finance disclosure plan under fire
Citizens deserve to know more about the personal finances and potential conflicts of interest of candidates who are raising and spending this much money, Neubieser argued.
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