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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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Heat Then Storms Tonight | Montpelier News
Tuesday’s weather is a wild ride — start with oppressive heat hitting the 90s and feeling like 105° thanks to humidity, with a Heat Advisory covering most of…
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Berlin ReStore Builds Homes, Not Just Furniture | Montpelier News
Habitat for Humanity just opened a brand-new ReStore in Berlin — and it’s way more than just a thrift shop. Every item sold, from furniture to building…
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UVM Workers Rally for Safe Staffing | Montpelier News
Healthcare workers at UVM Medical Center are staging a powerful protest in Burlington, demanding safer staffing and better support after facing crushing…
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Vermont’s Horse Show Tradition | Montpelier News
HITS Horse Shows is turning Dorset, Vermont, into equestrian heaven with a massive summer festival drawing 500-600 horses weekly—where riders return year after…
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Drunk Festival Arrest Sparks Outcry | Montpelier News
A thirty-five-year-old man caused chaos at Do Good Fest, getting arrested after a booze-fueled meltdown that turned violent — biting a cop, assaulting…
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Your Vote Shapes Vermont’s Future | Montpelier News
Vermont’s primary elections are just around the corner—and your vote could shape who represents you in November. The secretary of state breaks down how to stay…
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Whales at Risk Amid Policy Push | Montpelier News
A scientist’s decades-long fight to save the North Atlantic right whale—once called “underdogs” by researcher Philip Hamilton—faces new threats as the Trump…
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Hot and Humid Then Stormy Night | Montpelier News
Tuesday’s forecast delivers a scorcher with highs in the upper 80s to mid-90s and humidity pushing the heat index to 95-100 degrees — stay hydrated and slow…
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Vermont Fire Chiefs Face New Wildfire Role | Montpelier News
Vermont’s new law, Act 162, automatically makes every fire chief a forest fire warden—aiming to leverage local expertise to combat rising wildfire threats…
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Spotlight Vermont 250 Celebrates Local History | Montpelier News
Burlington turned City Hall Park into a living history museum last Saturday, hosting over thirty local museums, historical societies, and cultural groups for…
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Free Soccer Clinics Fuel Vermont’s Next Generation | Montpelier News
Vermont Green Football Club, with Senator Bernie Sanders’ backing, turned up the heat on soccer this past Saturday with a free youth clinic—drills, games, and…
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Sunshine Valley Lavender Festival Success | Montpelier News
Sunshine Valley Lavender Farm’s second annual Lavender Festival was a huge hit, drawing hundreds to Pittsford, Vermont for lavender picking, food trucks, local…
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Dog Tied to Street Sign in Vermont | Montpelier News
A chocolate lab was found tied to a street sign on VT Route 7A near White Trail Run around 3 AM on June 30 — a chilling case of animal abandonment the Vermont…
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Vermont’s Infrastructure, Tech, and Biz Boost | Montpelier News
Vermont’s infrastructure push gains momentum as a national survey shows 80% of voters support extending or boosting transportation funding—while Amazon’s…
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Vermont’s Ninja Rise to National Stage | Montpelier News
Vermont’s Ninja Warrior Training Center is blowing up—thanks to local legends like Amir Malik, aka “Sonic,” who’s competed four times and aims for his fifth…
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Legal Visa, Fatal Stop | Montpelier News
New court docs reveal explosive claims about the deadly January 2025 traffic stop: defense argues the stop was unjustified from the start, citing evidence that…
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Micron’s $100B Semiconductor Plant in Clay NY | Montpelier News
Micron’s $100 billion semiconductor plant in Clay, New York, is officially underway—ahead of schedule and poised to become the largest of its kind in the U.S…
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Housing Bill Becomes Law Without Trump | Montpelier News
The 21st Century Road to Housing Act is set to become law tonight—without President Trump’s signature—after he chose to let it pass despite his earlier demand…
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Weston Playhouse Flood Recovery | Montpelier News
Three years after a devastating flood hit Weston, Vermont, the historic Weston Playhouse—Vermont’s oldest operating theater—remains closed, its basement still…
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Vermont’s Flood Aftermath and Climate Justice | Montpelier News
Vermonters are still reeling from catastrophic July 2023 floods that forced shelters to improvise with water-level rulers and even lost vans during…
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Berry Picking Tradition in Vermont | Montpelier News
Vermont’s berry season is in peak mode—strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and black raspberries all ripening together for just a few magical days…
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WGDR Moves to New Home, New Future | Montpelier News
WGDR, Vermont’s beloved 50-year-old community radio station, is packing up its basement studios to chase a brighter future—moving by March 2027 after losing…
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I-89 Exit 8 Closure Tonight | Montpelier News
Montpelier drivers, pay attention: I-89 southbound Exit 8 ramps will be closed nightly from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. July 12–17 for critical roadwork—resurfacing…
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McDonald's Slap Turns to Harassment Charge | Montpelier News
A McDonald’s drive-through in Gouverneur, New York, turned chaotic when a 39-year-old woman slapped the guy in front of her—after he allegedly took too long to…
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Microburst Hits Lancaster with Force | Montpelier News
A freak microburst tore through northern New Hampshire Thursday night, unleashing winds so violent even longtime residents like Annie Gould called it “never…
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Vermont’s Secret Gardens Open This Weekend | Montpelier News
Vermont’s summer unlocks rare access to breathtaking private gardens—masterpieces usually off-limits—offering a behind-the-scenes peek at landscapes…
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AI Satire vs State Censorship | Montpelier News
A content creator known as Planet Hank is suing Vermont’s Attorney General over an AI-generated satirical video featuring local politicians, arguing it’s…
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Burlington Fights F-35 Noise | Montpelier News
Burlington’s city committee is sounding the alarm over F-35 fighter jets’ relentless noise, impacting over 6,600 residents—with studies even linking it to…
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Vermont Votes Housing and Flooding | Montpelier News
Vermont’s primary elections are crucial—don’t forget to request your ballot early and choose your party carefully. Rep. Becca Balint’s sweeping housing bill…
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Do Good Fest Brings Music for Mental Health | Montpelier News
Montpelier’s Do Good Fest is rocking this weekend with headliners like Neon Trees, Toad the Wet Sprocket, and Smash Mouth, plus local stars from Harwood Union…
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Vermont Floods Three Years Later | Montpelier News
Three years after Vermont’s devastating 2023 floods, the state is facing a grim repeat — heavy rain from Hurricane Beryl’s remnants flooded towns again last…
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Clinton County Fair Back with Big Plans | Montpelier News
The Clinton County Fair is officially open, with health officials giving the green light and organizers going above and beyond to ensure safety for the…
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Half Million for Inclusive Sailing | Montpelier News
A half-million-dollar endowment from the Courtney and Victoria Buffum Family Foundation is transforming access to sailing at the Lake Champlain Community…
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Flood Warning Hits Barre City | Montpelier News
Flood warning hits Barre-Montpelier as heavy rain dumps 1-2 inches—possibly more—causing street flooding, especially downtown. Authorities urge drivers to…
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SSPX Excommunicated Church Split | Montpelier News
The Diocese of Ogdensburg is urging Catholics in St. Lawrence County to distance themselves from the Society of St. Pious X, after the group was officially…
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Slap at McDonald's Drive-Thru | Montpelier News
A woman in Gouverneur, New York, slapped a man at a McDonald’s drive-thru after he took too long ordering—then tried to break his car window. Caught on…
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Hospitals Caught Off Guard on Pricing | Montpelier News
Two North Country hospitals—Lewis County Health System and Massena Memorial—got slapped with federal warnings for failing to comply with new price transparency…
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Vermont’s Flood Recovery: Resilience in the Wake of Loss | Montpelier News
Vermont’s July flood survivors are still healing—some lost homes, moved multiple times, and even paid extra to escape mortgages after FEMA buyouts. Driving…
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Storm Hits Northeast Kingdom Hard | Montpelier News
A major thunderstorm slammed into the Northeast Kingdom last night, sending tree limbs crashing down—especially on Darling Hill Road in Burke—and triggering…
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Vermont Elections: Your Guide to Voting | Montpelier News
Vermont’s election season is heating up—with primaries coming soon and the general election just around the corner. From governor down to sheriffs and state’s…
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Vermont Lottery Results & Claiming Guide | Montpelier News
Vermont Lottery just dropped some big numbers—Powerball, Gimme Five, Pick 3 & 4, Megabucks Plus, and Millionaire for Life—all drawn July 8, 2026. Winners…
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Amazon Boosts Champlain’s Future | Montpelier News
Amazon’s new delivery station in Champlain, New York, is officially live — speeding up last-mile deliveries and signaling big economic growth for the region…
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Man Arrested for Brutal Church Assault | Montpelier News
Montpelier police responded to a church on Main Street to find a 58-year-old man with severe facial injuries after being brutally assaulted—punched multiple…
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Rutland Board Postpones Retreat Amid Act 170 Uncertainty | Montpelier News
Rutland County’s school board cancels its summer retreat amid uncertainty over Act 170, the new state law forcing district mergers by 2028. With August packed…
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Vermont Commerce Leadership Transition | Montpelier News
Vermont’s top economic agency is set for a leadership change as Lindsay Kurrle steps down after five years as secretary, paving the way for Tayt Brooks to take…
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Governor Vetoes Renewable Energy Bill | Montpelier News
Governor Phil Scott just vetoed a bill designed to speed up renewable energy projects in Vermont, sparking surprise among supporters who thought the…
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Shelters Falling Short on Real Solutions | Montpelier News
Shelters meant to help the homeless may be doing more harm than good—only three people moved into permanent housing in a year, while others face harsh…
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Bonnie Tyler’s Legacy Lives On | Montpelier News
Bonnie Tyler, the powerhouse voice behind the global anthem “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75 after an unexpected illness in Portugal. Her career…
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Kids Win Big with Good Citizen Challenge | Montpelier News
Kids from kindergarten to eighth grade are crushing it in the Good Citizen Challenge, earning entries for a major D.C. trip by completing 25 civic tasks. This…
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U.S. Strikes Near Iran’s Nuclear Plant | Montpelier News
Iran blames the U.S. for an airstrike near its sole nuclear plant, as Washington confirms hitting 90 targets to disrupt Iran’s attacks on shipping in the…
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Caledonia Food Co-op Opens in Saint Johnsbury | Montpelier News
A brand-new grocery revolution is rolling through Saint Johnsbury, Vermont—meet the Caledonia Food Co-op, a community-driven co-op that just opened its doors…
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Vermont’s 802 Homes Initiative | Montpelier News
Vermont’s rolling out “802 Homes” — a smart, community-driven housing initiative designed to slash costs and speed up construction with pre-built blueprints…
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Jasper Hill’s Winnimere Wins Best of Show | Montpelier News
Jasper Hill Farm in Vermont just crushed it at the national cheese stage, winning best of show with their seasonal raw milk cheese, Winnimere—wrapped in spruce…
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Beaver Attack Halts Lake George Swimming | Montpelier News
Beavers are on the attack — two swimmers near Turtle Island on Lake George were bitten in a July 4th incident, prompting a rabies shot emergency and a swimming…
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Platner Withdraws Amid Assault Allegations | Montpelier News
Graham Platner, Maine’s Democratic Senate hopeful and oyster farmer, has dropped out after fresh allegations of sexual assault emerged — claims he denies but…
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Dog Attacked by Off-Leash Pit Bull in Essex | Montpelier News
A tragic dog attack unfolded Tuesday afternoon at Overlook Park in Essex — a pit bull, reportedly off-leash and brown, allegedly lunged at a walking trail…
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Tragic Dog Attack in Essex Vermont | Montpelier News
A tragic dog attack in Essex, Vermont, left a beloved pet dead after being mauled by an unleashed pit bull on a popular trail—shocking the community and…
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Platner Drops Out as Maine Senate Race Shakes Up | Montpelier News
Maine’s Democratic Senate race just imploded as candidate Graham Platner dropped out after a woman accused him of sexual assault — a claim he denies but that’s…
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FEMA Recovery Struggles in Vermont | Montpelier News
Floods in Vermont have left communities reeling, with FEMA’s help arriving too late for long-term recovery—like home buyouts and infrastructure fixes—that’s…
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Fire Cadets Train for Real Heroism | Montpelier News
Vermont’s Fire Cadet Academy is igniting the next generation of heroes—youth like Connor Griffus, inspired by family and firehouses, are getting real-world…