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Grand Isle County State’s Attorney Doug DiSabato is entering a diversion program for his DUI arrest, potentially leading to case dismissal and sealed records. The incident occurred April 14 when court staff noticed impairment; he failed field sobriety tests with a BAC of .084—just above the legal limit. He’s also facing a three-month driver’s license suspension, which he admits to. The civil case...

A teenage pitching phenom from Vermont could shatter records this weekend—Kaiden McCarthy, 17, is projected as a top draft pick and could become the first-ever MLB draftee from the state if selected in the first three rounds. Known for his electric fastball and prior experience with the Vermont Lake Monsters, McCarthy’s talent has earned him top-60 rankings from MLB.com and top-52 from ESPN’s Kile...

Veteran strategist Tad Devine warns the Democratic Party is heading for disaster, blaming its 2016 primary collapse on its own sabotage of Bernie Sanders — a move he says cost them a shot at beating Trump, even though Trump’s own pollster predicted Sanders would’ve won the general. Devine, who ran Sanders’ 2016 campaign and advised Gore and Kerry, calls the party out of touch in a “rigged system”...

A heartbreaking loss in New England: Conn Rose, a 22-year veteran of Deerfield Valley Rescue and a pillar of his Vermont community, died in a motorcycle accident in Massachusetts. Beyond his rescue work, he served on the squad’s board, ran a landscaping business, and worked as a licensed practical nurse. His family is arriving for the funeral as the community mourns a man whose compassion touched...

With summer heatwaves hitting, Vermont’s health department is sounding the alarm on harmful algal blooms—those eerie blue-green, pea-soup-like patches that can make water dangerously toxic. Touching or swallowing them can cause rashes, vomiting, diarrhea, and even neurological symptoms like dizziness or numbness, especially in kids and pets. Health experts urge residents to check online alerts, av...

Adirondack Land Trust just secured over $3 million to protect 2,400 acres in the Champlain Valley — including Drake Mountain, lakes, ponds, and heron nesting grounds — turning it into a new forest preserve for hiking, skiing, fishing, and wildlife viewing, all while permanently safeguarding the region’s unique ecosystem under New York State law. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:...

A dad and his 11-year-old daughter, Lilly, got stuck on a hike—but a stranger stepped in to help before rescue arrived. The dad recovered with the girl’s calm support and even made it to an ambulance. The rescue team was amazed by Lilly’s poise, especially for her age—and she was thrilled to check out the ambulance, dreaming of becoming a doctor. A powerful reminder that quick acts of kindness and...

Women are finally getting the answers they’ve long waited for about perimenopause—once dismissed as stress, it’s now recognized as a major life transition demanding proper care. Hormone therapy, like estrogen patches, is delivering dramatic relief for many, reversing decades of outdated medical caution. Yet access remains uneven, with long waits, medication shortages, and providers still misinform...

A recent article on Burlington’s Church Street ignited heated debate, sparking a divide between those who see it as a vibrant hub and others who feel it’s unsafe and misrepresented. While the piece celebrated lively events like World Cup watch parties, many seniors and middle-aged residents say it ignored their daily concerns—panhandling, drug use, and safety issues that keep them away. Critics ar...

The World Cup is heating up, with nail-biting matches like Cape Verde’s epic battle against Argentina and Canada’s clash with Morocco, while France and Paraguay also delivered drama. Despite host nations falling short of the semifinals, local teams like Vermont Green FC and the undefeated Girls in Green are making waves. It’s not about solving global issues—but the unity, passion, and raw emotion...

Sixty-one years in the making, the Champlain Parkway finally opened on June 29th — a 2.8-mile road connecting I-189 to downtown Burlington, but its journey was anything but straightforward. Originally envisioned as a four-lane highway, it was redesigned a dozen times, rerouted to dodge environmental risks, and delayed by lawsuits and shifting priorities. The result? A two-lane parkway with a 25 mp...

Vermont farmers turn to composting for deceased livestock — simple, neighbor-friendly, and effective — but when odor complaints arise, the state’s loose guidelines come under scrutiny. Experts say covering piles with wood shavings or hay reduces smell, deters wildlife, and kills pathogens, yet it’s not legally required. Now, Vermont is weighing whether to mandate composting or burial with clearer...