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Economy, Education, Rutland County

Whiskey mogul plans to donate Poultney college campus to a Christian group to ‘revive Western Civilization’

by Greta Solsaa March 31, 2026, 6:16 pmMarch 31, 2026, 6:16 pm

Three older women sit in a row at a table; one is speaking and gesturing with her hand, while the others listen attentively.

Economy, Government & Politics

Vermont House budget writers approve a state spending plan for 2027

by Shaun Robinson March 24, 2026, 6:36 pmMarch 25, 2026, 4:56 pm

Three women stand in a fenced outdoor play area with various colorful toys in front of a building labeled "Here Wee Grow Playschool.

Economy, Life & Culture

With child care centers struggling to recruit, Vermont eyes possible path to stronger workforce

by Theo Wells-Spackman March 22, 2026, 11:09 amMarch 23, 2026, 9:35 am

Rows of airport seating covered in plastic sheeting, situated in a modern, empty terminal area with large windows and overhead signs.

Burlington, Central Vermont, Chittenden County, Economy, Regional

New Burlington airport terminal to open in coming weeks, officials say

by Shaun Robinson March 12, 2026, 5:32 pmMarch 12, 2026, 5:32 pm

Four skiers sit on a snowy ski lift, waving at the camera, with snow-covered trees visible on the left side of the image.

Vermont ski lift workers left out in the cold with no action from Legislature, regulators

by Greta Solsaa March 10, 2026, 6:55 amMarch 12, 2026, 1:47 pm

Overhead view of a spacious factory floor with workers gathered around a central assembly line, surrounded by machinery, workstations, and industrial equipment.

Beta Technologies selected for federal pilot program, set to fly in Vermont this year

by Theo Wells-Spackman March 9, 2026, 7:53 pmMarch 9, 2026, 7:53 pm

Architectural renderings of modern multi-story residential buildings with large windows, balconies, and landscaped green areas in front; water and sky visible in background.

Central Vermont, Economy, Regional, Washington County

Residents question Colchester board’s approval of a $8M waterfront hotel project

by Auditi Guha March 5, 2026, 5:57 pmMarch 5, 2026, 5:57 pm

A restaurant bill listing food and drink items with handwritten prices, totaling 1,090, placed on a dark wooden bill holder.

Local option tax proposals see mixed reception in nearly 20 Vermont communities

by Theo Wells-Spackman March 4, 2026, 6:47 pmMarch 4, 2026, 6:47 pm

Central Vermont, Economy, Regional, Washington County

Mad River Glen ski area buys 1,100 surrounding acres

by Charlotte Oliver February 26, 2026, 4:21 pmFebruary 26, 2026, 4:21 pm

A man stands next to a modern aircraft cockpit inside a hangar, with reflections of the hangar lights visible on the glass.

An inside look at Beta Technologies’ big plans for Vermont

by Theo Wells-Spackman February 25, 2026, 8:02 pmFebruary 25, 2026, 9:26 pm

An older man with white hair and glasses speaks at a podium, with American and other flags in the background. Microphones are positioned in front of him.

Vermont officials optimistic after US Supreme Court ruling against Trump tariffs, but trade uncertainty persists

by Theo Wells-Spackman February 23, 2026, 5:45 pmFebruary 23, 2026, 6:07 pm

A sign in the snow with simple drawings of two children on a green background.

More cash-strapped Vermont communities seek local taxes on rooms, meals, alcohol and sales

by Kevin O'Connor February 22, 2026, 6:00 amFebruary 22, 2026, 2:46 pm

Beta Technologies board member resigns after appearance in Epstein files

by Theo Wells-Spackman February 19, 2026, 12:21 pmFebruary 19, 2026, 5:22 pm