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Prog. councilor faces backlash over behavior, removed from committee post
After objections from Progressives a compromise kept Grant on the expanded committee while naming Democrat Ranjit Buddy Singh as the new chair. Read more
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Burlington Square opens luxury hotel, apartments, while affordable units remain unbuilt
Developers completed the AC Hotel and 53 expensive apartments in the South Tower but built no affordable units. Read more
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Burlington police union, state partners, slam George for dropping charges against ICE protest arrestees.
The Burlington Police Officers’ Association called the decision disappointing and sad, saying failing to hold accountable those who physically confronted police sends the wrong message. Read more
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Mulvaney-Stanak taps Progressive veteran Lisa Gerlach as new chief of staff
The appointment comes after a string of high-level departures from the City’s executive office. Read more
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UVM students mark decades-old 4/20 tradition on campus lawns despite warnings
The annual observance, tied to the decades-old cannabis reference, draws large student participation each spring. Read more
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Federal judge clears Burlington Schools’ $190M PCB lawsuit against Monsanto for trial
A jury will decide what Monsanto knew about PCB risks in Burlington High School building materials. Read more
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COTS Walk returns on May 3, marks 39th annual event
Proceeds directly fund year-round shelters, the renovated Waystation and family supportive housing initiatives. Read more
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Jury convicted Burlington felon on five federal gun charges
Brother died in gang-related homicide in Burlington in 2022… Read more
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Islamic center to buy first permanent Burlington mosque, needs $300k
After 15 years of operating from rented spaces, the Islamic Community Center of Vermont is under contract. Read more
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Former police chief, church employee appointed to fill Dem House seat
If House Democrats were hoping the governor would appoint a young, progressive Burlingtonian to fill the North End Burlington seat long held by Rep. Bob Hooper, they are likely disappointed. Read more
