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Vermont’s infrastructure push gains momentum as a national survey shows 80% of voters support extending or boosting transportation funding—while Amazon’s Future Engineer Scholarship lands its first Vermonter, McKenna Stark. Killington Resort reshuffles leadership with key promotions and new hires, CCV gets a $25K boost from Metallica Scholars to train IT and cybersecurity talent, and the SBA just...

Vermont’s Ninja Warrior Training Center is blowing up—thanks to local legends like Amir Malik, aka “Sonic,” who’s competed four times and aims for his fifth, inspiring kids across the state. Rose Lord is also on the show, proving Vermont’s rising star power. The center, born in 2015 when Christopher Tower and his family saw the TV show and realized Vermont lacked such training, now spans 7,400 squ...

New court docs reveal explosive claims about the deadly January 2025 traffic stop: defense argues the stop was unjustified from the start, citing evidence that the passenger, Felix Bauckholt, was legally in the U.S. with a valid visa — known by Homeland Security the next day. Officers allegedly questioned the driver and passenger for over 30 minutes before detaining them on smuggling suspicion, de...

Micron’s $100 billion semiconductor plant in Clay, New York, is officially underway—ahead of schedule and poised to become the largest of its kind in the U.S., creating 50,000 jobs and sparking a manufacturing revival that Governor Hochul calls a generational opportunity for American tech. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adv...

The 21st Century Road to Housing Act is set to become law tonight—without President Trump’s signature—after he chose to let it pass despite his earlier demand for a separate voting reform bill. Supported across party lines, this major housing bill aims to boost affordability, increase home availability, and curb investor-driven price hikes. With midnight as the deadline and lawmakers returning to...

Three years after a devastating flood hit Weston, Vermont, the historic Weston Playhouse—Vermont’s oldest operating theater—remains closed, its basement still vulnerable to future floods. Water surged through the village green, damaging the theater, its office, and a nearby home, displacing five company members. Yet, the community rallied—bringing food, shelter, and hands to help clean up. Undeter...

Vermonters are still reeling from catastrophic July 2023 floods that forced shelters to improvise with water-level rulers and even lost vans during evacuations. In Barre, residents gathered to share stories as Washington County became the U.S. leader in federal disaster declarations over the past decade. Advocates pushed for a law holding fossil fuel companies accountable for climate-driven disast...

Vermont’s berry season is in peak mode—strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and black raspberries all ripening together for just a few magical days. Families are flocking to farms like Paul Mazza’s to pick, play, and savor the local harvest, turning a simple berry-picking trip into a full-day adventure that connects them to farmers, nature, and each other. Grandparents from out of state make it...

WGDR, Vermont’s beloved 50-year-old community radio station, is packing up its basement studios to chase a brighter future—moving by March 2027 after losing its lease, a decision its leaders say was mishandled. With a new antenna funded by public and private support, they’re boosting signal strength and planning FM translators to reach mountainous areas, all while transforming from a college stati...

Montpelier drivers, pay attention: I-89 southbound Exit 8 ramps will be closed nightly from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. July 12–17 for critical roadwork—resurfacing, guardrail upgrades, lane markings, and drainage fixes. Detours are in place: on-ramp users go via Memorial Dr → US-2E → US-302E → Berlin Hwy → VT-62W → Exit 7S. Off-ramp users take Exit 7S → VT-62E → Berlin Hwy → US-302W → US-2W, or Exit 9S → Mi...

A McDonald’s drive-through in Gouverneur, New York, turned chaotic when a 39-year-old woman slapped the guy in front of her—after he allegedly took too long to order. Frustrated and hungry, she hopped out of her car, leading to a harassment charge. Police say she thought he was holding up the line. She was processed and released, with a court date ahead. A wild, cautionary tale about how tempers c...

A freak microburst tore through northern New Hampshire Thursday night, unleashing winds so violent even longtime residents like Annie Gould called it “never seen before.” Campers in Jefferson watched tents vanish and trees snap, while neighbors rallied to clean up debris under the storm’s wrath — a wild, destructive force captured on video across Vermont, proving nature’s raw power can strike in s...

Vermont’s summer unlocks rare access to breathtaking private gardens—masterpieces usually off-limits—offering a behind-the-scenes peek at landscapes transformed from quarries to lush, eco-conscious havens. This weekend, tours in Manchester, Dorset, and Westminster spotlight gems like Hayward Gardens, featured nationally and open only for select events, where gardeners share their stories and techn...

A content creator known as Planet Hank is suing Vermont’s Attorney General over an AI-generated satirical video featuring local politicians, arguing it’s protected free speech — not deceptive advertising — and challenging a new state law requiring disclosure of AI content near elections. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adver...

Burlington’s city committee is sounding the alarm over F-35 fighter jets’ relentless noise, impacting over 6,600 residents—with studies even linking it to child health risks. But Vermont’s congressional delegation says the federal government won’t budge, warning the Air Force that removing the jets would kill the entire base mission. Frustrated locals feel ignored as the jets keep flying, and city...

Vermont’s primary elections are crucial—don’t forget to request your ballot early and choose your party carefully. Rep. Becca Balint’s sweeping housing bill could unlock $500 billion to build affordable homes and empower communities. Meanwhile, a new audit reveals troubling patterns in Vermont’s sheriff departments, with repeated financial and conduct issues. Flood recovery gets a boost with $1.7...

Montpelier’s Do Good Fest is rocking this weekend with headliners like Neon Trees, Toad the Wet Sprocket, and Smash Mouth, plus local stars from Harwood Union High School’s Glam Cowboys—all for youth mental health. Tickets are $10 and selling fast; VIPs are already gone. National Life Group’s CEO even made TV this morning to hype it up. Can’t make it live? WYCI’s livestream runs 3–7 PM, and WCAX C...

Three years after Vermont’s devastating 2023 floods, the state is facing a grim repeat — heavy rain from Hurricane Beryl’s remnants flooded towns again last July 10th. Our reporters have been documenting the aftermath, from the initial disaster to the ongoing recovery, revealing how communities banded together — and how some towns, without federal aid, are struggling to rebuild. We’re still follow...

The Clinton County Fair is officially open, with health officials giving the green light and organizers going above and beyond to ensure safety for the expected 30,000 visitors. A minor roach scare was swiftly handled by exterminators, and the event is packed with nostalgia, classic rides, delicious food, and new attractions like a sea lion show and live music featuring “The Voice” contestant Liam...

A half-million-dollar endowment from the Courtney and Victoria Buffum Family Foundation is transforming access to sailing at the Lake Champlain Community Sailing Center. This historic gift funds scholarships, adaptive gear, instructor training, and outreach to underserved communities, ensuring programs for people with disabilities and youth are permanently secured. With this foundation, the center...

Flood warning hits Barre-Montpelier as heavy rain dumps 1-2 inches—possibly more—causing street flooding, especially downtown. Authorities urge drivers to avoid flooded roads and seek alternate routes, with water expected to recede in hours. Stay safe and stay out of low-lying areas. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise...

The Diocese of Ogdensburg is urging Catholics in St. Lawrence County to distance themselves from the Society of St. Pious X, after the group was officially excommunicated by Pope Leo the Fourteenth for consecrating four bishops without papal approval. Bishop Terry LaValley has issued a clear directive: no participation in SSPX activities, including at St. Therese Chapel or their schools. Instead,...

A woman in Gouverneur, New York, slapped a man at a McDonald’s drive-thru after he took too long ordering—then tried to break his car window. Caught on surveillance, she was arrested four days later and now faces harassment charges. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news sum...

Two North Country hospitals—Lewis County Health System and Massena Memorial—got slapped with federal warnings for failing to comply with new price transparency rules. While both thought they were in good shape, Lewis County was blindsided by a format change they weren’t notified about, and Massena blamed a tech glitch. Both are racing to fix their websites before the deadline, stressing how crucia...

Vermont’s July flood survivors are still healing—some lost homes, moved multiple times, and even paid extra to escape mortgages after FEMA buyouts. Driving through their old town remains painful. But resilience is alive: a new general store fills the void left by a shuttered grocery, and town leaders are rebuilding with smart infrastructure like the Holmes Meadow Project to redirect floodwaters. P...