Commission Finds Sarah George Likely Discriminated Against Former Employee

by Courtney Lamdin Posted on June 26, 2020 at 10:44PM

Ridin' High Owner Gets Probation for Federal Pot Charge

by Sasha Goldstein Posted on June 26, 2020 at 9:49PM

In the meantime, Van Hazinga said, he’s been working at his shop. Ridin' High recently hosted live music on its rooftop.

Vermont Legislature Passes Police Reform Bill

by Colin Flanders Posted on June 26, 2020 at 9:49PM

"A police department can have the most progressive rules and regulations," he said. "If they hire a person whose priority is to commit violence, that person will find a way to commit violence.

An Old North End ‘Legend’ Dies, and the Public Pays Tribute

by Alison Novak Posted on June 26, 2020 at 4:27PM

An assortment of items have been arranged around the base of the cross: devotional candles with pictures of Mary and Jesus, a Buddha statue, a Reese’s peanut butter cup, bouquets of flowers wrapped in cellophane, and bottles of tequila and Hennessy cognac. “It feels awesome that he was so loved and so many people cared for him,” said Cheryl.

Vermont Eases Travel Restrictions With Seven More States

by Kevin McCallum Posted on June 26, 2020 at 3:38PM

Similarly, there was a 13-percent drop in active cases within a five-hour drive of Vermont, he said. That continued positive trend, despite recent local outbreaks, gave the state confidence that it is safe to broaden the existing program and allow travelers from low-risk counties to visit Vermont more easily.

Debbie Ingram Kicks Off Bid for Lieutenant Governor

by Colin Flanders Posted on June 26, 2020 at 2:23PM

She now finds herself in a four-way primary for the Democratic nomination alongside assistant attorney general Molly Gray, Senate President Pro Tempore Tim Ashe (D/P-Chittenden) and Brenda Siegel, a 2018 gubernatorial candidate and longtime policy advocate. In her launch video, Ingram highlighted three key issues that she would champion if elected: affordable housing, health care and "economic dignity."

Shumlin Endorses Molly Gray for Lieutenant Governor

by Colin Flanders Posted on June 25, 2020 at 10:46PM

Despite any political squabbles, Shumlin sought to dispel any notion that his endorsement of Gray was a rebuke of Ashe. He said the lieutenant governor's position offers a "stepping stone" to higher office and suggested that Gray could one day move on to become become Vermont's second-ever woman governor — or even its first-ever congresswoman — if she wins in November. "My endorsement is not a criticism of any of the candidates running, all of whom I consider friends," Shumlin said.

Media Note: Student-Run Publication Launches in Winooski

by Colin Flanders Posted on June 25, 2020 at 9:43AM

Students will seek to fill a similar "news desert" in Winooski. The last outlet with a notable presence in the city was the Winooski Eagle, a community paper that published its first issue in the 1980s and continued on and off for more than two decades before its closure in 2005.

Darn Tough and National Life Cut a Combined 100 Jobs in Vermont

by Derek Brouwer Posted on June 24, 2020 at 4:20PM

Similarly, National Life Group, which sells life insurance and annuities, reported record earnings in recent years. The company also laid off 42 employees from out-of-state locations, for a total of 95 cuts to its 1,400-person workforce.

Bennington Settles Police Racial Profiling Case for $30K

by Derek Brouwer Posted on June 24, 2020 at 2:29PM

Earlier this year, an outside report by the International Association of Chiefs of Police critiqued the Bennington department for a "warrior" culture and found many residents didn't trust its officers. The town selectboard commissioned the review in wake of criticism that police mishandled harassment allegations reported by former state representative Kiah Morris.