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New York loses nearly $74 million for not revoking 33,000 illegal licenses for immigrant truckers
The Transportation Department said the state has refused to revoke the CDLs for immigrants since an audit uncovered problems last year.
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103-year-old St. Johnsbury woman finds joy in coffee hour and community
At Maplefields in Saint Johnsbury, Janet Lucas holds court. Three days a week, the Super Senior presides over a coffee klatch that is the life of the store.
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Federal judge rules Burlington School District’s PCB lawsuit can move forward
In a ruling filed Thursday, U.S. District Judge William Sessions denied Monsanto's request to throw the case out before trial.
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Scott appoints former Burlington police chief to fill Rep. Hooper’s House seat
Gov. Phil Scott on Thursday announced his appointment of Kevin Scully to fill the vacant Chittenden-18 seat.
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Police searching for missing Vermont man
Troopers say Timothy Montagne was last seen on Wednesday afternoon in Bristol.
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Chittenden County to prosecute Grand Isle state’s attorney’s DUI case
Chittenden County State’s Attorney Sarah George will prosecute the criminal case against Grand Isle’s state’s attorney.
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Vermont tourism leaders voice concerns over proposed second home tax
Some tourism leaders are leery of a proposed new tax on second homes, saying it could impact the state’s visitor economy.
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Essex Junction student’s doodle could appear on Google
A Vermont fourth grader has advanced to the finals in this year's national "Doodle for Google" contest.
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Vt. sheriff faces more sexual misconduct charges as new accusers come forward
Police say more women have come forward with accusations of sexual misconduct against the Windsor County sheriff.
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Berlin teen arrested after shooting pellet gun at people, cars
A Berlin teen faces several charges after allegedly shooting a BB or pellet gun at people and cars.
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Severe storm risk Thursday afternoon/evening
The Storm Prediction Center has put part of our region under a slight risk of severe weather.
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Brattleboro art center provides community for those facing homelessness
A community art center in Brattleboro focuses on art and advocacy, providing a place to create while offering basic needs to those who struggle with homelessness.
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Ilona Maher speaks out after Quinnipiac cuts women’s rugby varsity status
Vermont Olympian Ilona Maher had strong words for Quinnipiac University after the school announced Tuesday it would drop its women’s rugby program's varsity status.
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Vermont’s Noah Kahan named to Time’s 100 most influential people
Vermont’s own Noah Kahan is on this year’s list of 100 most influential people from Time Magazine.
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Ice out at Joe’s Pond!
The cinder block fell through the ice at 6:21 a.m. Thursday.
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Applications for New York State Cooling Assistance Benefit program now open
Applications for the New York State Cooling Assistance Benefit program are now open.
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After threats to clerks, Vermont lawmakers push election interference bill
A bill in the Vermont Statehouse aims to create a new section of Vermont law, prohibiting interference with voters and election officials.
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Sanders bill to halt arms sales to Israel falls short
The two resolutions to block U.S. sales of bulldozers and bombs to Israel were opposed by all Republicans.
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Volunteers protect salamanders during spring migration
Salamander "crossing guards" are helping amphibian friends make their migration safely.
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Chittenden County checkpoint to crack down on DUI drivers
There will be an extra emphasis on stopping drunk drivers the week of April 20-April 26.
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This Day in History: Belvidere’s fight to keep Route 109 unpaved
A small Vermont town fought to preserve its rural character by keeping a dirt road from being paved on this day in history.
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First Alert Weather Day: Severe storms possible Thursday afternoon/evening
Thursday is a First Alert Weather Day. After days of a stationary front stuck over our region which kept the north cool and the south warm. Tomorrow, a warm, humid airmass is pushing into the region Thursday, sending temperatures into the 70s and dew points climbing into the 60s — the kind of atmospheric conditions that thunderstorms thrive on. Add in a strong jet stream overhead providing the spin and lift needed to organize and mix the ingredients for a severe weather threat Thursday afternoon and evening. Thursday is a First Alert Weather Day.
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Burlington aims to repave more potholes this year
The city of Burlington plans to repave more streets this season than in recent years. City officials claim extra funds will allow them to repave an extra mile.
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SUNY Plattsburgh students get inside look at U.S.-Canada relations
Students in Plattsburgh got the chance to hear from a top Canadian official about the country’s current relationship with the United States.
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I-89 northbound reopens after 3-vehicle crash in Montpelier
The northbound lanes of Interstate 89 were closed in Montpelier on Wednesday evening because of a crash.
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100-year-old Morrisville WWII veteran receives service medals 80 years late
It was a case of “better late than never” for a 100-year-old World War II veteran from Morrisville.
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Multiple arrests after Brattleboro drug bust
Six people face drug charges following a monthslong drug investigation in Brattleboro.
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Vermont’s roads are in rough shape — and likely to get worse
Lawmakers are scrambling to find new funding streams that can help fix the problem without further burdening taxpayers.
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Burlington project will house adults with developmental disabilities
Construction is underway for new housing in Burlington for those with developmental disabilities.
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Grand Isle state’s attorney arrested on DUI charge at courthouse
St. Albans City police say Grand Isle County State's Attorney Doug DiSabito showed up drunk at the Franklin County Courthouse on Tuesday.
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Beansie’s Bus opens for another season in Burlington
A popular Burlington food stop marked the start of its 2026 season on Wednesday.
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King Arthur Baking helps fund ‘Community Kitchen’ in Norwich
Norwich is home to King Arthur Baking Company’s flagship store, where baking and community connection are served hot from the oven.
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New York governor pitches a new tax on pricey pied-à-terres
The moderate Democrat says she will push to create a new tax on multimillion-dollar second homes in New York City.
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Rainy weather delays planting season for North Country farmers
The North Country is stuck in a rainy weather pattern, and it’s creating wetter-than-normal conditions in farmers’ fields.
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Facing rural backlash, lawmakers roll back ‘road rule’ in land use reform law
The potential repeal of the measure comes after harsh pushback from Vermonters and the Rural Caucus.
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Car nearly hits child getting off school bus in New York
Video shows a student exiting the bus as a driver blows through a stop sign and careens around the bus, nearly hitting the child.
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Champlain Valley could become federally recognized wine region
The Champlain Valley could soon become a federally recognized wine region.
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High school students explore health care careers at UVM Health fair
More than 350 high school students from across Vermont got hands-on experience Wednesday learning about careers beyond doctors and nurses.
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Vermont home heating costs up $218 a month since start of Iran war
Vermonters have paid an average of $218 more a month in home heating costs since the start of the war with Iran, according to new data.
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Welch calls for extension as US-Iran ceasefire set to expire
Vermont Sen. Peter Welch is calling for an extension of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire set to expire in less than a week.
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Burlington Discover Jazz Festival announces lineup, unique performances
This year's festival will feature unique performances pairing music with figure skating and skateboarding.
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Vermont House to vote on education reform bill Thursday
The Vermont House is expected to vote Thursday on the next steps of a sweeping education reform bill, but the outcome is anything but clear.
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40-year-old Vermont homicide remains a mystery
Today marks the anniversary of a Vermont cold case that has gone unsolved for four decades.
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Guards injured after inmate fights at Dannemora prison, union says
At least eight guards were injured after a series of fights at the Dannemora prison, according to the correction officers’ union.
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Swanton Chamber of Commerce to close
Officials say the organization faces increased demand on volunteers, difficulty filling board positions, and declining membership.
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Voters approve Essex Westford, Missisquoi Valley school budgets
Voters from two school districts passed their budgets on Tuesday night.
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2 arrested after chase in stolen car ends on Massena lawn
Two New York men face charges after police say they stole a car over the weekend and crashed it in the town of Massena.
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Vt. child care providers, schools contend with Farm to School funding cut
After a major federal funding cut last year, Vermont had to scale back awards for a program that helps put fresh, local food on children's plates.
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As energy costs rise, some states back off ambitious climate goals
Vermont and New York are among several states reassessing clean energy targets.
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After Vermont homeowners lost thousands of dollars, lawmakers consider strengthening home improvement fraud statute
Vermont lawmakers are considering a bill that aims to strengthen the state’s home and land improvement fraud law.
