Lifestyle
New Recovery Shelter Opens in Burlington to Address Addiction Homelessness
The Bridges Recovery Shelter will provide clinicians, recovery support, and a sober environment for unhoused individuals in recovery.
Burlington Pods Become Permanent Fixture in Old North End
The Elmwood Community Shelter, known as the Burlington pods, will continue operating as a permanent homeless shelter after a successful three-year pilot program.
Burlington Crossing Guard Turns Crosswalk Notes Into $14K Monthly Mail Club
Christine Tyler Hill's handwritten observations from a Burlington street corner have attracted 2,000 subscribers and a long waitlist.
Health
Daylight Saving Time Brings Safety Concerns, Experts Warn
Losing an hour of sleep can impact driving and home fire preparedness, according to AAA and the American Red Cross.
Monsanto Faces Trial Over PCB Exposure at Vermont High School
Former teachers allege cognitive and autoimmune disorders from harmful PCB levels in school building materials.
Vermont Debates Banning Dangerous Herbicide Paraquat
Lawmakers consider prohibiting use of pesticide linked to health risks like Parkinson's disease.
Business
DISH Could Pull WCAX and WYCI From Service
Customers may lose access to local news and popular shows if a renewal agreement is not reached.
Vermont Crossing Guard Turns Observations Into $14K Monthly Mail Club
Designer Christine Tyler Hill's handwritten notes and sketches from her street corner job have found a loyal audience.
Lake Champlain Chamber names Noragh Devlin as director of LaunchVT
Devlin to lead efforts to support Vermont's entrepreneurial ecosystem and drive economic growth
Weather
More Ice Jam Flooding Possible as Thaw Continues
Mild temperatures and rainfall could lead to additional ice jams and flooding on Vermont and New York rivers this week.
Warm Weather Brings Concerns of River Rises and Ice Jams in Vermont
Rapid snowmelt from spring-like temperatures could lead to flooding risks along several major rivers.
Nor'easter Disrupts Vermont Town Meetings
Heavy snow and power outages force postponements and low voter turnout on Town Meeting Day.
Entertainment
Vermont Composer Brings 'Music as Medicine' to WCAX Studio
Raphael Groten showcases his healing-focused compositions on local news program.
Vermonter Kathy O'Brien competes on Survivor 4
O'Brien made a name for herself with her unique first aid skills and became a memorable contestant.
Tunbridge Farmer Turned Accidental Politician in Satirical Film
The 1996 movie 'A Man with a Plan' launched a real-life political campaign for its star, Fred Tuttle.
