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An affluent southern Vermont town considers adding housing — or keeping green space
Voters in Dorset will consider conveying a portion of town-owned land on Raptor Lane for the construction of 35 homes. At the heart of the issue is whether residents want to see the town grow. Read the story on VTDigger here: An affluent southern Vermont town considers adding…
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Data centers need guardrails now
Without firm rules, data centers could drive new fossil-fuel development and pass the costs to Vermont families. Read the story on VTDigger here: Data centers need guardrails now .
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Public phone now available in downtown Middlebury
The installation was inspired by other free-to-use phones in rural areas. Read the story on VTDigger here: Public phone now available in downtown Middlebury .
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New Burlington police chief will face tall order
Burlington leaders and residents have some simple advice: Listen. Read the story on VTDigger here: New Burlington police chief will face tall order .
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Barre arena no longer on thin ice thanks to volunteers
Local contractors, including 14 plumbers, and businesses donated 160 hours of labor to fix the arena’s broken pipes, allowing it to open on time. Read the story on VTDigger here: Barre arena no longer on thin ice thanks to volunteers .
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Will Vermont history repeat itself with another November nail-biter?
Gov. Phil Scott may be facing a close electoral contest, but his four living predecessors — Madeleine Kunin, Howard Dean, Jim Douglas and Peter Shumlin — each had their own down-to-the-wire votes. Read the story on VTDigger here: Will Vermont history repeat itself with another…
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Upper Valley’s member-owned co-op battles rising food prices
The grocery cooperative is struggling to stick to its roots and keep prices affordable. Read the story on VTDigger here: Upper Valley’s member-owned co-op battles rising food prices .
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The saga of a sweet turnip
The Gilfeather Turnip Festival is one of many Vermont fall festivals that draw visitors and celebrate communities’ unique legacies. Read the story on VTDigger here: The saga of a sweet turnip .
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Community nurse programs are getting a lot of airtime this election. Here’s how they work.
The nurses can’t provide hands-on care or bill an insurer but instead offer a broader, holistic suite of support. Read the story on VTDigger here: Community nurse programs are getting a lot of airtime this election. Here’s how they work. .
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Tax the rich to spare the rest of us
Making the wealthiest filers pay more could wipe out state income tax for nearly all Vermonters. Read the story on VTDigger here: Tax the rich to spare the rest of us .
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Pranks, parties and prognostication: The history of Halloween in Vermont
A new paper published by the Vermont Historical Society documents how people celebrated the spooky season between 1870 and 1940. Read the story on VTDigger here: Pranks, parties and prognostication: The history of Halloween in Vermont .
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High schoolers start podcast to center young transgender Vermonters
The podcast’s first episode advocates for trans youth to be included in crafting state policy amid nationwide threats against trans rights. Read the story on VTDigger here: High schoolers start podcast to center young transgender Vermonters .
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Voter voices from Milton’s Bombardier Park
Parkgoers enjoying a sunny afternoon in Milton shared their thoughts on the upcoming Nov. 3 election. Read the story on VTDigger here: Voter voices from Milton’s Bombardier Park .
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Lois A. Schumacher
She had a strong interest in arts and crafts and pursued interests in painting, weaving, ceramics and hooked rugs. Read the story on VTDigger here: Lois A. Schumacher .
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Bennington Battle Monument dig reveals possible historic tavern, artifacts
Historic site opened for tours revealing near-surface foundations, artifacts and structure that may have served the historic tavern brewery. Read the story on VTDigger here: Bennington Battle Monument dig reveals possible historic tavern, artifacts .
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Vermont to receive $4.5M settlement from General Motors following data privacy investigation
“GM collected data from tens of thousands of Vermonters and sold that data to insurance companies and data brokers without obtaining consent from drivers,” said Vermont’s attorney general Thursday. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont to receive $4.5M settlement from General…
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Let the wealthy help keep Vermont rural
People who move to Vermont for its rural character have good reason to help pay to protect it. Read the story on VTDigger here: Let the wealthy help keep Vermont rural .
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Voter voices from Rutland’s downtown Walmart plaza
While some Rutland County residents favor the recognizable face in the gubernatorial race, other voters think it’s time for something different. Read the story on VTDigger here: Voter voices from Rutland’s downtown Walmart plaza .
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November brings an end to foliage season — but it’s not winter yet
Another sunny weekend is ahead across Vermont just in time for Halloween. Read the story on VTDigger here: November brings an end to foliage season — but it’s not winter yet .
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Soaring diesel prices are pushing Vermont loggers to the brink
Fuel cost increases could finish off an industry already reeling from mill closures, flat wood prices and rising equipment costs. Read the story on VTDigger here: Soaring diesel prices are pushing Vermont loggers to the brink .