New Burlington High School Could Cost $207 Million, District Says

By Alison Novak Posted on March 1, 2022 at 8:17PM

Last November, the board voted to build a new high school and tech center on the old campus. The new building, which the district hopes to complete by the summer of 2025, is slated to occupy the area east of the existing high school, between the old buildings and North Avenue.

Progressives Hold Their Ground in Burlington City Council Elections

By Courtney Lamdin Posted on March 1, 2022 at 7:40PM

Weinberger also hasn’t ruled out a possible Dem win in Ward 7, where incumbent Councilor Ali Dieng beat Democrat Aleczander Stith by only two votes — 795 to 793. A third candidate, Prog-endorsed independent Olivia Taylor, received 89 votes.

Happy Town Meeting Day! Get Out and Vote, Vermont

By Sasha Goldstein Posted on March 1, 2022 at 1:32PM

Town Meeting Day might look different again this year, but the vibe is the same. Vermonters are voting — by voice, by mail, by paper ballot — as part of the state's unique tradition of direct democracy.

Scott Pulls Russian-Owned Vodka Brands From Vermont Shelves

By Kevin McCallum Posted on February 28, 2022 at 7:05PM

, including Stoli," she said. The state liquor outlet run by the Beverage Warehouse does carry the two Russian-owned brands that will be removed: Russian Standard Original Vodka and Hammer + Sickle Vodka.

Scott Blocks Brattleboro's Bid to Lower the Voting Age

By Kevin McCallum Posted on February 28, 2022 at 5:16PM

The legislature — and governor —  must approve all changes to municipal charters before the rules can take effect. Lawmakers did so on February 11.

New Industrial Hemp Company Plans Big Footprint in Vermont

By Anne Wallace Allen Posted on February 27, 2022 at 11:10PM

Samuels and McFarlane worked with officials in St. Johnsbury for about a year before they closed on the sale of the mill in late December. When news broke of the impending sale, the Preservation Trust of Vermont got in touch about the Vermont Marble Company building.

Developers Sue South Burlington Over New Land Use Regs

By Chelsea Edgar Posted on February 25, 2022 at 7:09PM

Burlington Seeks a Makeover for Main Street With TIF Bond

By Courtney Lamdin Posted on February 25, 2022 at 2:42PM

just did some pretty pictures on Main Street without any hard look at anything.” Spencer, the public works director, refuted Redington’s assertion, saying the bump outs and bike lanes would naturally slow vehicle traffic.

Nationwide Opioid Settlement Nets Vermont $64 Million

By Derek Brouwer Posted on February 25, 2022 at 1:00PM

The agreement follows a $573 million nationwide settlement last year with consulting firm McKinsey, which advised Oxycontin-maker Purdue Pharma, that netted Vermont $1.5 million. States are still negotiating a deal with Purdue after a federal judge in December rejected a proposed settlement because it included a provision shielding the Sackler family from opioid-related civil liability.

Scott Appointee Would Be First Woman of Color on Vermont Supreme Court

By Derek Brouwer Posted on February 25, 2022 at 10:33AM

The governor selected Waples, of Hinesburg, from a list prepared by a judicial nominating commission. If confirmed by state lawmakers, she will serve a six-year term before facing a retention vote by the General Assembly.