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Anonymous donor saves Pride Center of Vermont with $350K gift
An anonymous donor has saved the Pride Center of Vermont after the organization paused operations last month amid financial challenges.
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The most climate-friendly groceries might not be in the supermarket
Consumers are seeking answers on whether alternatives to the grocery store are better for the planet.
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Feeding Champlain Valley prepares for early Thanksgiving meal
Folks in Burlington sit down for a free, early Thanksgiving meal on Wednesday.
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Holiday train to make Plattsburgh stop tonight
The holiday train will make a brief stop in Plattsburgh on Wednesday night.
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Drinking a cup of coffee a day could protect your heart, study finds
A new study shows that a cup of coffee a day, might just keep the doctor away.
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This Day in History: November 26, 1778
Vermont’s first Thanksgiving was celebrated on this day in history.
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Volunteers from Vermont Law and Graduate School prep Thanksgiving meals for all of Royalton
If you celebrate Thanksgiving, you’ve likely already started your preps for the big meal on Thursday. But if you live in Royalton, you won’t have to lift a finger.
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Late philanthropist Lois McClure leaves $20M for workforce development
Philanthropist Lois McClure, who passed away in January, left a final gift of $20 million to expand education and training pathways to Vermont manufacturing jobs.
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New Yorkers await HEAP funding restoration, officials offer resources in the meantime
The home energy assistance program, or HEAP, is one program facing financial jeopardy.
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NY-21 race: The issues, Trump loyalty & insults
There are now 4 people running for the 21st Congressional District seat currently held by Elise Stefanik.
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Vermont deer data helps protect ecosystems during hunting season
Every deer brought to Vermont’s big game reporting stations tells a story about the health of the state’s forests and the overall herd.
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Schumer visits Plattsburgh’s new Micro Bird facility
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer toured Plattsburgh’s new school bus factory Tuesday, visiting the site he helped preserve for manufacturing.
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Vt. senators to introduce resolution marking anniversary of Burlington 2023 shooting
On the two-year anniversary of the shooting of three Palestinian students in Burlington, Vermont’s congressional delegation plans a Senate resolution addressing bias and violence.
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Rutland group seeks donations to bring back July 4th fireworks
A community group is pushing to bring fireworks back to Rutland’s July 4 celebrations after several years without.
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Young women changing the face of Vermont’s local government leadership
As Vermont’s workforce shifts, young women are increasingly taking leadership roles in municipal government, bringing fresh perspectives to traditionally male-dominated positions.
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Thanksgiving air travel peaks as Burlington airport sees busiest day
Travelers took to the skies Tuesday for Thanksgiving destinations as the FAA expects this holiday travel period to be the busiest in 15 years.
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Burlington, Winooski businesses welcome holiday construction pause
With the holiday shopping season underway, Burlington and Winooski are wrapping up major construction projects and preparing for an influx of visitors.
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Mothers Against Drunk Driving urges drivers to pledge sobriety this Thanksgiving
Mothers Against Drunk Driving is urging people to pledge not to get behind the wheel this Thanksgiving if they plan on drinking.
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Political consultant defies court order in lawsuit over AI robocalls that mimicked Biden
A political consultant who sent artificial intelligence-generated robocalls mimicking former President Joe Biden to New Hampshire Democrats said Tuesday he will not pay $22,500 to three voters despite a recent federal court order.
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Vt., NY join lawsuit challenging federal housing policy changes
Vermont and New York are among 20 states suing the Trump administration to prevent changes to HUD's homeless policy.
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SBA offers drought disaster relief to New Hampshire, Vermont businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration will offer disaster relief to several counties in New Hampshire and Vermont affected by this fall’s extreme drought.
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What early snowfall means for mountain rescue crews
This November is going down in the books as one of Vermont’s snowiest, and it’s tempted some to venture up the mountain early.
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This Day in History: November 25, 1989
Anti-abortion protesters tested the limits of the law on this day in history.
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8 displaced by fire on Burlington’s Pine Street
Eight people were left without a home in Burlington on Monday night after an apartment went up in flames.
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Burlington fire crews put out Old North End fire
Crews battled a fire on North Champlain Street in Burlington on Monday afternoon.
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New Hampshire cold case murder solved after 50 years
After half a century, police in New Hampshire say they have solved a cold case murder in Concord.
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Made in Vermont: Stephanie Bertoni Ceramics
Potter Stephanie Bertoni presses clay into reclaimed barn boards to create rustic bowls, mugs and more.
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Waitsfield business works to reopen after car crashes into 2 buildings
It was like a scene from a movie when a car crashed into two buildings in Waitsfield. Now, one business is working to shore up its building so it can reopen.
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Welch visits Burlington businesses, urges people to shop local during holidays
Sen. Peter Welch visited shops in downtown Burlington on Monday, delivering a message about supporting local businesses after a tough year.
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Vermont seeks volunteers to advocate for children in court cases
The Vermont Judiciary is seeking volunteers to serve as advocates for children in juvenile court cases through the Guardian ad Litem program.
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New respite program offers support for Vt. Alzheimer’s caregivers
A new respite program for caregivers of Alzheimer's patients highlights the need for support for Vermont families battling dementia, and how to fund it.
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‘Swatting’ incident causes shelter-in-place order at Clarkson University
Potsdam police say Clarkson University was a victim of 'swatting.'
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Tips for having a safe & healthy Thanksgiving
From foodborne illness to cooking fires, we take a look at what you should and shouldn't do.
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North Country man pleads not guilty to wife’s murder
Police say Keith Henry shot and killed his wife, Chloe, in October. Her body was found in Chazy, New York.
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Vt. seat belt enforcement campaign targets Thanksgiving travelers
Law enforcement officials are reminding holiday travelers to buckle up as new data shows a slight decline in seat belt use across Vermont.
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Truckers lose pull-off spots as Vermont cracks down on illegal dumping
Some WCAX News viewers wanted to know why the Vermont Agency of Transportation is closing pull-offs along state roadways.
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Mastermind in Vermont murder-for-hire plot sentenced
The convicted mastermind behind a murder-for-hire plot in Vermont will spend the rest of his life in federal prison.
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4 guards sentenced in brutal beating death of incarcerated Black man at NY prison
Four prison guards involved in the death of an incarcerated Black man whose brutal beating at an upstate New York prison last year was captured on bodycam videos were each Friday to prison.
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Hassan calls Trump’s expected health care proposal ‘a starting point’
New Hampshire Democratic Sen. Maggie Hassan called an expected health care cost proposal from the president "a starting point."
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Northfield volunteers hand out Thanksgiving meal boxes
Volunteers in Northfield on Monday will hand out Thanksgiving meal boxes at the community food shelf.
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NH Rep. Goodlander targeted by bomb threat following video to US troops
Several Democratic lawmakers now say they have been targeted by bomb threats after appearing in a video that urged troops to disobey illegal orders.
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St. Johnsbury food shelves prepare Thanksgiving meals for community
Community food organizations across the region work to put a Thanksgiving meal on your table.
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This Day in History: November 24, 1881
The last catamount in Vermont was shot on this day in history.
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UVM falls to Hofstra in overtime, fans stay proud
UVM soccer fans enjoyed the second round of the NCAA men's tournament, despite a disappointing loss.
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Candle fire displaces 15 residents in Burlington
A candle that fell from a windowsill caused an apartment fire that displaced 15 residents early Sunday morning, according to a resident who said he lit the candle.
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Car crashes into 2 Waitsfield houses
One Waitsfield house was damaged and the side of another is in shambles after a car crashed into both of them.
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You Can Quote Me: Nov. 23, 2025
On this "You Can Quote Me," guest Susan Sweetser talks about "Wreaths Across America" efforts in Vermont.
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Fire displaces 15 residents from Burlington apartment building
Fifteen residents are displaced after a fire broke out at a four-story apartment building on Grove Street in Burlington early Saturday morning.
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This Day in History: November 23, 1891
A devastating fire destroyed multiple buildings in downtown Middlebury on this day in history.
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In the Garden: Seed pods
You don't need new decorations to deck the halls. In fact, all you need to do is get outside and look around!

