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A Montpelier Physician Makes the Case or More Imagination in Health Care

October 13, 2026

MONTPELIER — What if health care, workplaces, and other systems were designed with the people who use them in mind? That question is at the heart of Montpelier physician Mel Houser’s new…

Barre School District Puts Sports Contracts on Hold as Budget Remains Unapproved

October 6, 2026

by Gina Tron

BARRE — The Barre Unified Union School District (BUUSD) is putting contracts for winter and spring sports and activities on hold after voters rejected…

The Glean Team: Central Vermonters Help Turn Farm Surplus into Food Security

October 6, 2026

by Heather Koontz

BERLIN — With food insecurity a growing reality for many Vermonters, one organization and its dedicated volunteers is helping turn farm surplus into nutritious…

In Memoriam: Thinkin’ Pink

October 6, 2026

by Katie Lyford

Pinky Clark passed away peacefully on Sept. 22, shortly after celebrating his 80th birthday on Aug. 9.…

Nature Watch, Oct. 7, 2026

October 6, 2026

by Nona Estrin

This fall caught everyone by surprise with a blaze of stunning color and beautiful weather. Even beleaguered ash trees are again that luminous burgundy…

Montpelier Leaf Drop Off

October 6, 2026

by Press Releases

MONTPELIER — Beginning Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, and continuing until Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, the Montpelier Public Works Department will be picking up bagged…

A Woodshop for the Community: New One-Night Series Opens the Door to Making

October 6, 2026

by Press Releases

WATERBURY — Most people don’t have their own fully outfitted woodshop, nor do they want to invest in a garage full of tools that…

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BOR Ice Rink Unlikely to Open This Season

October 4, 2026

by Gina Tron

The BOR arena’s ice rink is not expected to open for the coming skating season.…

Step Inside Vermont’s Creative Spaces During Open Studio Weekend

October 1, 2026

by Emma Rosenthal | Community News Service

Organized by the Vermont Crafts Council, Vermont Open Studio Weekend returns Oct. 3 and 4, bringing together artists and makers for two days of…

The Cost of Companionship: Economic Instability Impacts Animal Adoptions

September 25, 2026

by Heather Koontz

Erika Holm, co-executive director of the Central Vermont Humane Society (CVHS), said the organization has seen a change in adoption activity — especially now…

Local Nonprofit Provides Services for Pet Owners In Need

September 25, 2026

by Heather Koontz

When economic hardships arise, surrendering a companion animal may be the last resort for pet owners. But with rising consumer costs, it is often…

Rain Doesn’t Dampen Montpelier’s Inaugural Porchfest

September 25, 2026

by Community News Service

Story by Evan Witt, republished with permission from the University of Vermont’s Community News Service. MONTPELIER — Dozens of musicians performed on front porches…

Gen Z: Welcome to the Clubhouse

September 25, 2026

by J. Gregory Gerdel

MONTPELIER — Jasmine Gruen, one of the quartet of 20-something Vermonters who have inspired and designed a Langdon Street evening destination for young people…