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Montpelier News Today | 2 Min New | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Montpelier News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening in Montpelier with fast, focused updates on local news, government, business, public safety, and the stories shaping Vermont’s capital. From breaking developments to community updates, the show keeps you informed on what matters most. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, local trends, and essential headlines—produced by AI for speed, consistency, and clarity…
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PFAS Air Emissions Left Unregulated | Montpelier News
Vermont regulators just dropped a bombshell: Casella, the landfill operator, won’t be forced to test for PFAS in the air from their new wastewater cleanup tech…
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Greg Bonsignore and Ruminations | Montpelier News
Greg Bonsignore, the brain behind post-punk psychedelic garage rock band Ruminations, drops a fresh single “What Was Last” — born from simple chords and new…
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Sailboat Fire Averted by Lightning Strike | Montpelier News
Sailboat Fire Averted by Lightning Strike | Montpelier News
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Inmate Spits Into Utensils for Officers | Montpelier News
An inmate at Marble Valley Correctional Facility allegedly spat into trays of utensils meant for officers—then used them to serve meals—potentially exposing…
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Mother Arrested for Baby’s Healing Fractures | Montpelier News
A shocking case in Keene, New Hampshire, has authorities investigating a 22-year-old mother accused of second-degree assault after her infant—less than a year…
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Vermont’s AI Task Force in Action | Montpelier News
Vermont’s diving headfirst into AI—with Governor Scott’s new task force racing to deliver a report by September 1, focused on how this tech can empower small…
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Austen Hamel’s 30th Film Premieres | Montpelier News
Nineteen-year-old filmmaker Austen Hamel is about to drop his thirtieth movie, a gripping thriller called The Wanted Part Two, in a one-night-only screening at…
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Montpelier Building Finds New Local Owner | Montpelier News
A local investment group has won the bid to buy Vermont’s flood-damaged federal building at 87 State Street in Montpelier for just $540,000—far below the…
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Daycare Closes Amid Safety Concerns | Montpelier News
A St. Albans daycare has shut down amid rising safety concerns tied to homelessness and addiction in the neighborhood, a heartbreaking but necessary move to…
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Living Simply with Horses and Harvests | Montpelier News
Suzanne Lupien, a 70-year-old earthbound sage, lives in harmony with nature on her 19 acres in Vershire, calling her cozy hay wagon home. With horses as her…
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Vermont's State Auditor Race Heats Up | Montpelier News
Vermont’s State Auditor race is heating up as two Democrats, Tim Ashe and Nick Graeter, battle for the nomination in a pivotal primary. Ashe, a seasoned…
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Kids Turn Civics Into Action | Montpelier News
Kids from kindergarten to eighth grade are stepping up as civic heroes in the Good Citizen Challenge, tackling 25 hands-on activities that teach community…
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Church Street Sale Amid Safety Concerns | Montpelier News
Downtown’s sidewalk sale is heating up—but beneath the deals and discounts, a quiet crisis brews: safety concerns are driving customers away and forcing…
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Vermont Considers Longer Bear Season | Montpelier News
Vermont’s black bear population has exploded past target numbers—now hovering around 8,000 when officials aimed for just over 5,000—sparking serious concerns…
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Inmate Spits on Officer Trays | Montpelier News
An inmate at Vermont’s Marble Valley prison caught on camera spitting on a tray of utensils meant for corrections officers—13 times—has been cited and moved to…
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Burlington's New E-Bikes Are Here | Montpelier News
Burlington’s got new electric bikes rolling in from Burlington Segway, aiming to fix the mess left by Bird Bikes—this time with strict drop-off rules and a…
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Driver Vanished After Cross-State Chase | Montpelier News
Driver Vanished After Cross-State Chase | Montpelier News
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Governor's Secret Patrols in Burlington | Montpelier News
Governor Phil Scott deployed state troopers downtown Burlington amid rising public safety concerns, sparking backlash and leaving the mayor blindsided — all…
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Downtown Burlington’s Drug Crisis | Montpelier News
Downtown Burlington’s streets are facing a troubling shift as public drug use escalates—groups of seven or more spotted openly, people passed out on benches…
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Governor Calls for National AI Rules | Montpelier News
Vermont Governor Phil Scott is calling on Congress to take the lead in regulating artificial intelligence, arguing that only federal action can establish the…
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Cell Phone Data Shocks Frattolin Trial | Montpelier News
The Luciano Frattolin trial is escalating with prosecutors unveiling damning cell phone evidence placing him near his daughter Melina’s body after her July…
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Local Group Wins Historic Building Auction | Montpelier News
Montpelier’s historic Federal Building just got a local hero — the 87 State Street Local Development Corporation, a group formed just months ago, won the…
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Hope in Recovery: A Community Reunited | Montpelier News
Five years strong, Vermont’s “Coming Together, There is Hope” summit drew a vibrant community of recovery advocates, survivors, and supporters to Essex…
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Vandalism at Oxbow High School | Montpelier News
A shocking act of hate and vandalism has rocked Oxbow High School in Bradford, Vermont—someone spray-painted a shed near the football field with racist slurs…
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Washington County Judge Race Heats Up | Montpelier News
Washington County’s assistant judge race is heating up as incumbent Leah Murphy Jones teams up with businessman Caleb Curry to fend off challenger Anne…
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Knife at Knifepoint in Barre | Montpelier News
A 26-year-old man, Kyle Hamilton, faces up to 16 years in prison after allegedly holding a woman at knifepoint in Barre during a heated argument. Charged with…
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Montpelier’s Flooded Building Gets New Life | Montpelier News
Montpelier’s long-vacant, flood-damaged Federal Building has a new owner: the 87 State Street Local Development Corporation, which won it in auction. With…
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Vermont Senate Race: Experience vs Fresh Faces | Montpelier News
In Vermont’s Chittenden Southeast Senate race, three veteran Democrats face two fresh challengers as voters prioritize affordability and economic growth…
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Montpelier Post Office Gets New Life | Montpelier News
Montpelier’s historic Post Office building, damaged in last year’s flood and long a downtown staple, has just been acquired for just $540K — a fraction of its…
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New Hampshire Cyclosporiasis Surge | Montpelier News
New Hampshire’s cyclosporiasis outbreak is exploding — cases jumped from 33 to 69 in just one week. Thirty-two are tied to recalled lettuce, but a chilling 32…
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Racist Graffiti at Oxbow High | Montpelier News
Racist graffiti and drug-related tags sprayed on Oxbow High School’s shed—caught on surveillance footage between Wednesday night and Thursday morning—has…
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Sydney Towle’s Courage in the Face of Cancer | Montpelier News
TikTok star Sydney Towle, just 26, passed away after a courageous battle with rare, aggressive bile duct cancer. With over a million followers, she turned her…
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Former Trooper Admits Lying to Police | Montpelier News
A former New Hampshire trooper just admitted to lying to police, triggering immediate fallout: he’s been decertified, must step down from the force, and faces…
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Strafford Vermont’s Quiet Heart | Montpelier News
In the quiet, close-knit town of Strafford, Vermont—home to artist Noah Kahan—life moves at a steady, soulful pace. Far from being “off the grid,” residents…
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Outbreaks Linked to Lettuce and Jalapeños | Montpelier News
Foodborne illness is surging nationwide, with cyclosporiasis linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in Mexico and salmonella tied to jalapeño peppers at…
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Rocky Horror Show Canceled Over Threats | Montpelier News
A local Rocky Horror production was abruptly canceled just before opening night after its musical director allegedly sent himself threatening messages —…
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UVM Healthcare Workers Demand Action | Montpelier News
Unionized healthcare workers at UVM Medical Center are escalating pressure as contracts expire next week, holding a high-impact press event Thursday with…
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Cyclosporiasis Surge Hits New Hampshire | Montpelier News
New Hampshire’s facing a shocking outbreak of cyclosporiasis, with 69 confirmed cases—far above its usual 2-9 annual cases. Thirty-two are tied to recalled…
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Pie Ice Cream Social at Rokeby | Montpelier News
Slice into summer with Rokeby Museum’s annual Pie & Ice Cream Social on August 9th—free admission, homemade pies, Ben & Jerry’s, live music, lawn games, and…
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Rutland’s New Catalyst Fund | Montpelier News
Rutland, Vermont is launching its first-ever city-wide Catalyst Fund to lure investors with powerful Opportunity Zone tax breaks, aiming to jumpstart local…
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Vermont’s New Youth Center on Track | Montpelier News
Vermont’s long-awaited solution for troubled youth is finally taking shape—with construction underway on the Green Mountain Youth Center in South Burlington…
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Burlington Tackles Crime Root Causes | Montpelier News
Burlington’s city leaders are launching a bold new public safety strategy that goes beyond policing, tackling crime’s root causes through mental health…
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Vermont Police Locate Yellow Truck in Shooting | Montpelier News
Vermont police are hunting down a yellow pickup truck linked to a violent shooting on Jefferson Hill Road that left one man critically injured and a woman…
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Vermont DMV Brings Back Highway Patrol | Montpelier News
Vermont’s DMV is reviving the “Vermont Highway Patrol” name—costing $50K—for a sleek, role-clarity reboot, sparking debate over confusion with the State Police…
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Milton License Plate Reader Myth | Montpelier News
A viral report claimed police were using license plate readers on Route 2 in Milton, Vermont — but it turned out to be a misunderstanding. The devices are…
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Teen Builds Nation’s Youngest Military Museum | Montpelier News
At just thirteen, Luke Morrison of Danville, Vermont, is turning heads with his tiny but mighty military museum—housed in a converted camper and growing fast…
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UVM Health Reforms Face Budget Scrutiny | Montpelier News
UVM Health faces another tough budget showdown with regulators, pushing back against cuts while showcasing sweeping reforms under new CEO Stephen…
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Cell Data Links Father to Daughter's Body | Montpelier News
The murder trial of Luciano Frattolin is escalating as prosecutors use damning cell phone data to link him to the discovery of his daughter Melina’s body near…
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St. Albans Downtown Revival in Motion | Montpelier News
St. Albans downtown is buzzing with transformation as new businesses like Mad Ice Cream scoop up attention and big housing projects like Ralston Corner take…
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Vermont’s Covered Bridges Get New Protection Plan | Montpelier News
Vermont’s iconic covered bridges are getting serious protection—100 historic gems are now part of a state-backed preservation plan, born from a 20-year effort…
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Pendragon Theatre Secures Future | Montpelier News
Pendragon Theatre in Saranac Lake just sealed its future with a major funding boost—closing a $75,000 gap and cementing its role as the Adirondacks’ only…
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Claremont Middle School Reopens on Track | Montpelier News
Claremont, New Hampshire, is gearing up for a major win: Carol Middle School opens this fall, fully staffed with 40 new certified teachers hired since…
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From Injury to Advocacy | Montpelier News
After a life-altering ski accident in 2006, Kelly Brush didn’t let paralysis silence her—she turned her pain into purpose, founding a national movement to…
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Clair Purcell Takes Over Garland’s Farm | Montpelier News
Clair Purcell, a housing developer by trade, has unexpectedly become the new owner of Garland’s Farm and Garden after being drawn to its potential as a…
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New Selectwoman Misses All Meetings | Montpelier News
A newly elected West Haven selectwoman, Elaine McDevitt, is facing mounting pressure after skipping every board meeting since taking office—despite knowing the…
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Body Found in Winooski River | Montpelier News
Burlington police pulled a body from the Winooski River near Chase Street after an emergency call Tuesday night—now detectives are racing to identify the…
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Brattleboro Hospital’s Financial Crisis Deepens | Montpelier News
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital faces a grim financial future, projecting its seventh straight year of losses—with a $7.1 million shortfall this year and no hope…
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Vermont DMV Renames Unit for Safety Focus | Montpelier News
Vermont’s DMV is rebranding its enforcement unit as the Vermont Highway Patrol — not a staffing or mission change, but a name update to better reflect…
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Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $70 Million | Montpelier News
Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $70 Million | Montpelier News
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South Burlington Police Warn About Jury Duty Scam | Montpelier News
South Burlington police are warning residents about a scam where callers pretend to be officers, claiming you missed jury duty and now owe money—don’t fall for…