Business
Vermont Ad Agency Place Creative Celebrates 25 Years
B Corp-certified, woman-owned firm has supported iconic Vermont brands and nonprofits for over two decades.
Ben & Jerry's Celebrates Free Cone Day
Annual tradition returns on April 14 with goal of giving away 1 million free scoops
DISH Drops WCAX and WYCI Channels from Service
Customers lose access to local news and popular shows after renewal agreement not reached.
Weather
Unseasonable Warmth Shatters Records Across Vermont and New York
Temperatures soared to levels not seen since late October, breaking daily records by wide margins.
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.
Health
Vermont Declares COVID-19 State of Emergency on This Day in History
Governor Phil Scott enacted mitigation measures to slow the spread of the virus in the early days of the pandemic.
Vermont Appoints Liaison to Consolidate Health Care Spending
University of Vermont Medical Center ordered to improve access, affordability, and quality of care
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.
Lifestyle
Ben & Jerry's Announces 2026 Free Cone Day
Fans can enjoy unlimited free scoops for one day only on April 14, 2026.
9,000-Pound Silo Flown to Champlain Valley in 1986
Vermont Air Guard also welcomed F-16 fighter jets on this day in history
Sugar Maple Becomes Vermont's State Tree
The state legislature voted to designate the iconic tree in 1949.
Science
Burlington STEM Wages Soar as City Ranks Among Fastest-Rising Hubs
New data shows STEM worker pay in Burlington has jumped nearly 38% since 2019, outpacing most U.S. cities.
Research Unveils Crop Advisors' AI Tool Preferences
Study identifies key design features that influence whether trusted agricultural advisors will choose AI-powered decision support systems.
EPA to Review Cleanups at Eight New England Superfund Sites
Comprehensive reviews will ensure previous remediation efforts continue to protect public health and the environment.
