Vigil in Burlington Marks Anniversary of George Floyd's Death

By Colin Flanders Posted on May 25, 2021 at 3:36PM

Chauvin, the officer who knelt on Floyd's neck, was convicted last month of second- and third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. He will be sentenced in a few weeks.

Burlington Council Approves Electric Rate Increase, Appoints Pine as CEDO Director

By Courtney Lamdin Posted on May 24, 2021 at 11:34PM

Addario moved to Burlington from New York City eight years ago and works as the development and marketing coordinator for the Lyric Theatre Company. Addario considers himself a lifelong Democrat but said he has supported both Democrats and Progressives in Burlington, including Pine in the mayoral caucus.

Bill to Establish a Vermont Rental Property Registry Falls Short — for Now

By Anne Wallace Allen Posted on May 24, 2021 at 6:31PM

Sen. Alison Clarkson (D-Windsor) said she has heard from two constituents who are trying to retire and move back to homes they own in Vermont, but can’t make their tenants leave. The eviction moratorium is expected to be lifted this summer, a month after Gov. Phil Scott ends the state of emergency in Vermont.

Norwich Dairy Farmers Sue Vermont State Colleges System for $500,000

By Chelsea Edgar Posted on May 21, 2021 at 10:00PM

Lawmakers Pass Historic $7.3 Billion Budget Laden With Stimulus Funds

By Kevin McCallum Posted on May 21, 2021 at 6:34PM

Scott's Bargain: No More COVID-19 Restrictions Once Vermont Hits 80 Percent Vaccination Rate

By Anne Wallace Allen Posted on May 21, 2021 at 3:24PM

Since Vermont started its vaccination program in December, it has repeatedly led the nation, or been listed among the leaders, in the number of vaccinations administered per capita. Scott said the state is in the lead now.

Vermont Lawmakers Approve Pared-Down Unemployment Bill

By Anne Wallace Allen Posted on May 20, 2021 at 10:46PM

Policymakers still need to determine how big the state’s unemployment trust fund should be. Even with 2020 omitted, employers’ insurance payments are expected to build the trust fund up to about $688 million over the next decade, Kimbell said.

Vermont Lawmakers Opt to Continue Funding Newcomers' Moving Expenses

By Anne Wallace Allen Posted on May 20, 2021 at 8:36PM

“Certain members of the Senate think it’s the best thing since sliced bread; we’re not of the same opinion,” said Rep. Charles Kimbell (D-Woodstock) of the remote worker program. “I don’t say it’s universal.

Vermont Senate Declares Racism a Public Health Emergency

By Kevin McCallum Posted on May 20, 2021 at 7:36PM

"The fact that housing and working conditions increased the risk of COVID exposure for these individuals points to the intersectional impact of race and social determinants of health,” Hardy said. She noted a number of other organizations and communities had made similar declarations, including the City of Burlington.

Legislators Strike Compromise on $150 Million Broadband Bill

By Kevin McCallum Posted on May 19, 2021 at 8:44PM

Such districts have been forming quickly in recent years, with the state's encouragement and following the success of the community-backed ECFiber effort in the Upper Valley. Nine such districts now cover 200 towns in the state.