Vermont’s Burning Issues | Montpelier News

Montpelier News Today | 2 Min New | The Daily News Now! · Jul 22, 2026 · 1m

Vermont’s fire departments are stretched thin, with Killington—now home to the state’s smallest career fire crew—struggling to staff up, while debates rage over harm reduction programs that may not deliver on promises, sparking concerns about public safety and transparency. Young Vermonters are also sounding the alarm on affordability, pointing to education and housing as key issues driving migration, and lawmakers face backlash after vetoing bills meant to curb energy costs and promote sustainability, leaving residents wondering if the state is headed in the right direction. Listen in…