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Vermont is poised to tap into a federal tax credit program that could unlock up to $1,700 per child for education—potentially covering private school tuition or even public after-school and summer programs. Targeting families earning under $250,000, the Education Freedom Tax Credit has sparked debate: lawmakers worried it favors private schools, but new federal signals may allow public school use,...

Champlain Valley School District’s surprise approval of artificial turf at CVU, despite overwhelming public opposition and unanswered questions, has ignited outrage. After nearly 1,000 petition signatures and hundreds of detailed public comments, the board shut down further discussion in an executive session, approved a murky MOU with the turf group, and withheld all key details. Residents demand...

Vermont State Senator Thomas Chittenden is stepping in temporarily to fill a vacant South Burlington School Board seat, offering stability and firsthand insight into the state’s new education law, Act 170 — all while keeping residents’ property tax concerns front and center. His appointment, made after the previous board member resigned over a contentious teacher neutrality policy, marks his first...

Vermont’s flood-ravaged towns are rebuilding smarter—Johnson’s historic library is nearly ready, and Plainfield’s bold $5M plan will add 20 new homes, 70% affordable, right on Main Street, tackling housing shortages and jumpstarting economic recovery before construction kicks off in spring 2027. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DN...

Airstrikes hit Iran just as the U.S. declared its attacks complete, raising alarms about who else might be involved. Explosions rocked southern Iran amid preparations for the funeral of its late Supreme Leader, while Iran retaliated by launching missiles at Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, and Qatar—prompting shelter alerts and one injury in Kuwait. The UAE’s foreign minister visited Kuwait after Iran’s s...

NASCAR legend Bobby Labonte finally hit the legendary Thunder Road, chasing his dream of racing those high banks after years of wanting to — and thanks to Dale and D.J. Shaw, he even got some practice laps in. Though rain washed out the original event, fans still turned out in droves to catch a glimpse of the champ signing autographs and soaking in the historic vibe. Labonte, who’s been chasing Th...

Vermont Green FC’s women’s team is ready to host the USL W League semifinals this Saturday night against Asheville City SC, with the winner advancing to the national championship on July 18th. The game kicks off at 7 PM at Virtue Field and is broadcast on WYCI (sister to WCAX) for those unable to attend in person. After clinching the Eastern Conference title with a 2-0 shutout over Eagle FC last S...

A heartwarming miracle unfolds this Friday at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center: Robert Kimmerle, battling chronic kidney disease for years, found his lifesaving donor not in a database—but in his own workplace. Coworker Lisa Kaija, after a simple blood test, turned out to be the perfect match. Their successful November 2025 transplants restored their health, and now they’re reuniting with their...

Logan Clegg, behind bars for the 2022 murders of Stephen and Wendy Reid, is mounting a fierce legal challenge to keep his cellphone evidence in court — arguing the police violated warrant procedures. Though a Superior Court judge previously ruled investigators acted in good faith and denied his appeal, Clegg’s team is pushing back, claiming the judge misinterpreted “good faith” and is now seeking...

Vermont’s own Pandajakey just dropped his debut album “SELF-TITLED” — a 13-track journey of chill vibes and danceable beats, all made by him. After three years of writing, rewriting, and tossing out two full albums, he finally embraced messy, imperfect art. The track “I Think I Know What’s Up” nails that feeling of overthinking — “I think I’m thinking way too much... I think I think I’m not enough...

Winooski School District is launching the SPARK Center, a groundbreaking program for high school students with significant disabilities, set to open late 2027. Designed to fill a critical gap left after a local center closed, SPARK will teach real-world skills like cooking, laundry, budgeting, and personal care—preparing students for independent living. The $380K facility, located on newly purchas...

Get ready for the fifth annual Back to School Bonanza hosted by COTS on August 1st, noon to 3 PM—where kids from kindergarten through 12th grade can pick their own school supplies, grab new clothes, snag haircuts, and enjoy magic, face painting, and DJ beats. Feeding Champlain Valley’s got lunch, and community partners offer vital resources—all while keeping dignity and fun front and center. Volun...

Severe weather slammed Vermont last night—trees fell, power lines snapped, and roads vanished under debris in Lyndon and Burke. Meanwhile, Barre City flooded after torrential rain overwhelmed poor drainage, forcing officials to warn residents to avoid downtown streets. This kind of intense, localized storm is becoming the new normal—quick, powerful, and dangerous, especially when water’s the real...

Ludlow’s bouncing back with grit three years after devastating floods turned streets into rivers, wiping out businesses and tourism. But resilience is alive—tourism’s rebounding, locals are thriving, and the community’s proactively building strength. Enter the Valley Technical Rescue, a joint effort between Ludlow, Proctorsville, Mount Holly, and Plymouth, funded by the Ludlow Rotary Club and loca...

A tragic accident at the Casella landfill in Coventry, Vermont, claimed the life of subcontractor Feerick after his aerial lift tipped over—killing him instantly when he wasn’t wearing a safety harness. Witnesses say he was ejected from the platform as the lift hit the ground, and coworkers rushed to help. Authorities are treating it as an accident with no signs of foul play, and an autopsy is und...

A tragic accident at the Casella landfill in Coventry, Vermont, claimed the life of 58-year-old Thomas Feerick, who was struck when an aerial lift tipped over while he was removing a fence — and crucially, he wasn’t wearing a safety harness. Despite emergency efforts, Feerick died at the hospital. Authorities confirm it was an accident with no signs of foul play, but an ongoing investigation seeks...

Vermont’s Commerce Secretary Lindsay Kurrle is stepping down after nearly seven years to become president and CEO of Vermont Gas, marking a major leadership transition as she moves from public service to the energy sector. Governor Phil Scott praised her for guiding businesses through crises like the pandemic and floods, calling her a thoughtful and impactful leader. Kurrle, in turn, thanked the g...

A summer swim at Lake George turned into a wild beaver attack when Brandon Shortsleeve jumped in to save his friend—only to get bitten himself. Experts suspect the young beaver may have been rabid, explaining its unusual aggression. Though rare, rabies can turn shy beavers into unpredictable threats. Both men are recovering and getting rabies shots, with Shortsleeve joking he’s more likely to get...

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital faces imminent closure of its beloved birthing center—delivering over 200 babies annually—due to crushing financial losses from low reimbursement rates. For locals like Annie Kaufmann and Kelsey Malloy, it’s more than a facility; it’s a trusted, community-rooted lifeline. Nurses and advocates are rallying, warning that losing obstetrics could spell the end for the hos...

Bernie Sanders’s 2016 run may have been a long shot, but it sparked a lasting progressive wave—candidates he backed are now winning primaries across the country, signaling voters are ready for a break from the political status quo. From mayors to state senators, left-leaning voices are pushing bold agendas on inequality and healthcare, drawing comparisons to Trump’s outsider appeal and raising que...

Three former staff members at the Bright Beginnings child care center in Plattsburgh have been arrested as the investigation expands, with more arrests expected. Dillon Bronson faces serious charges including endangering children, assault, and failure to report abuse, with video evidence allegedly showing violent acts between January and March. Autumn Stone and Amanda Rizzo also charged with lesse...

After 46 years of healing hearts and hands in Vermont, Dr. Ken Borie is hanging up his stethoscope—ready to trade scrubs for paintbrushes. A beloved family physician who painted portraits for patients and built lifelong bonds across generations, he’s retiring at 75 to chase his true passion: art. Tired of the pressure to be perfect in medicine, he’s embracing the freedom of his creative brain, pai...

A Vermont law requiring AI-generated political content to be disclosed—especially near elections—is already under legal fire. Satirical content creator “Planet Hank” sued the state after his dumpster-dumping video of a Vermont rep sparked an investigation, claiming the probe is politically motivated and the law violates free speech. He argues the absurdity of his satire makes its fake nature obvio...

Lindsay Kurrle, a key architect of Vermont’s pandemic response and longtime Secretary of Commerce and Community Development, is leaving public service to become president and CEO of Vermont Gas Systems — a major pivot from state leadership to energy leadership. Her departure kicks off a leadership transition, with Deputy Secretary Tayt Brooks set to take over at ACCD starting July 27. Kurrle’s jou...

Fifty-five-year-old Dug North, shaped by childhood solitude in Vermont’s woods, competed on “Alone” and made it to the final five—only to exit after a debilitating injury. His survival philosophy, rooted in mastering fire and minimal needs, thrived in South Africa’s harsh desert, where his rural upbringing offered unexpected comfort. He transformed his inner critic into a supportive voice, treated...