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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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Rutland Primaries Set Stage for November | Montpelier News
Rutland County’s primaries wrapped up with minimal drama—most races saw unopposed candidates, setting the stage for a clean November general election…
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Vermont Primary Turnout Breakdown | Montpelier News
Vermont’s primary turnout hit 111,000 voters—22% of the rolls, up from last year but below past highs. Benson led with nearly 80% turnout, while big cities…
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Vermont Comic Shop Heist Revealed | Montpelier News
A thief pulled off a jaw-dropping heist in Vermont, smashing into a comic book shop to steal over $100,000 worth of gold and silver bars—ignoring the comics…
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Sheriff’s Win Amid Immigration Tension | Montpelier News
Chittenden County Sheriff Dan Gamelin won his Democratic primary amid controversy after his office faced backlash over a deputy allegedly calling U.S. Border…
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Vermont Voter Turnout Rises but Lags Behind | Montpelier News
Vermont’s recent primary saw a solid 22% turnout—up from last year’s 15%—but still trails past highs like 34% in 2020 and 27% in 2022, hinting at a promising…
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South Burlington Approves Second Bond for Wastewater Upgrade | Montpelier News
South Burlington voters just approved a $16.4 million bond to upgrade the aging Bartlett Bay Wastewater Treatment Facility — a critical infrastructure project…
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Iranian Dentist Denied Entry Twice | Montpelier News
An Iranian-American oral surgeon and social media star, Shohreh Ghasemi, was barred from reentering the U.S. after multiple failed attempts—first at Toronto…
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Digitizing Vermont’s Forgotten Stories | Montpelier News
A Vermont newspaper’s decades-old archives were buried in unsearchable text—until a recent grad cracked the code. Sarah Sieber, working solo this summer, used…
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Healthy Living vs Union Salting | Montpelier News
A Vermont grocery chain, Healthy Living, is locked in a fiery labor battle after employees voted to unionize — but the company’s fighting back, claiming the…
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Pink Hearts Feed Communities in Vermont | Montpelier News
In Lincoln, Vermont, a local general store is sparking a wave of generosity with its “pink heart” program—where anyone can grab free food paid for by others…
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Health, Equity, and Crisis in Vermont | Montpelier News
Health care workers at UVM Health are under mounting pressure as insurance cuts eliminate coverage for GLP-1 meds, risking long-term health costs. Frontline…
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Solar Eclipse & Meteor Shower Tonight | Montpelier News
Don’t forget your solar eclipse glasses—today’s partial eclipse peaks at 1:48 PM, covering 10-30% of the sun, and you can watch it live if you’re without…
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George Holds Off Reform Challenger | Montpelier News
Sarah George narrowly wins her re-election bid in Chittenden County, defeating Franklin County’s Bram Kranichfeld by just three percentage points — a race that…
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Voters Now Decide School Closures District-Wide | Montpelier News
In a bold move for local democracy, Washington Central Unified School District just passed a new rule letting any registered voter in the district vote on…
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Bartlett Bay Upgrade Approved | Montpelier News
South Burlington voters just approved a $16 million bond to overhaul the aging Bartlett Bay wastewater treatment facility — a necessary fix that’s been delayed…
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Killington Budget Passes by Narrow Margin | Montpelier News
Killington’s budget drama finally ended in a nail-biter: after slashing $600K and passing by just 100 votes, voters approved a $7.6M budget—slightly less than…
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School Closures Now Decide District-Wide | Montpelier News
School closures in Washington Central Unified Union School District just got more unified—voters across five towns decisively approved a new rule that shifts…
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Vermont Schools Vote on Unified Closure Power | Montpelier News
Vermont’s Washington Central Unified School District just flipped the script on school closures: after a historic vote, all five towns now share equal power to…
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Gamelin Secures Re-election in Chittenden | Montpelier News
Chittenden County’s Sheriff Dan Gamelin has locked in his second term, defeating challenger Kevin Bloom in a primary that highlighted the evolving role of…
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Amanda Janoo Wins Vermont Governor Primary | Montpelier News
Amanda Janoo has pulled off a stunning upset, winning the Democratic nomination for Vermont governor over incumbent-leaning candidate Aly Richards — a victory…
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Ashe vs Graeter for Vermont Auditor | Montpelier News
Deputy State Auditor Tim Ashe clinched the Democratic nomination for Vermont auditor of accounts in a tight race against first-time candidate Nicholas Graeter…
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Molly Gray Leads in Lieutenant Governor Race | Montpelier News
Molly Gray is back on the ballot for Lieutenant Governor, winning the Democratic primary with a commanding lead over Ryan McLaren and Esther Charlestin. After…
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Molly Gray Claims Democratic Nomination | Montpelier News
Molly Gray has won the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor, defeating Ryan McLaren and Esther Charlestin in a race seen as pivotal for flipping…
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Malloy vs Balint: Vermont's House Race | Montpelier News
Gerald Malloy, a Republican Army veteran and defense contractor, is poised to challenge incumbent Democrat Becca Balint in Vermont’s U.S. House race after…
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Vermont Governor Race Heats Up | Montpelier News
Vermont’s governor race is heating up as voters head to the polls, pitting Democratic contenders Aly Richards and Amanda Janoo against each other—with Richards…
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Judge Blocks Trump’s Election Order | Montpelier News
A federal judge has permanently blocked President Trump’s latest election-related executive order, which sought to create a federal voter list and involve the…
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Family Tragedy in Whitefield NH | Montpelier News
A chilling early morning incident in Whitefield, New Hampshire, left a family shattered: Amy Blake, 59, and her sons Michael Marro, 41, and Eric Blake Jr., 29…
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Quiet Polls, Strong Voices in Vermont | Montpelier News
Vermont’s summer primary in Rutland saw surprisingly low turnout, with just over 150 votes by noon — a quiet scene starkly different from packed presidential…
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Vermont Shooting Sparks Cross-State Legal Drama | Montpelier News
A violent car crash in Vermont has turned into a cross-state legal drama: passenger Griford Saupin allegedly shot the driver, causing the wreck and sending him…
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Local Blood Drives Save Lives | Montpelier News
Blood shortages across the U.S. are hitting hospitals hard, but local heroes like the Colchester-Milton Rotary Club are stepping up—collecting 641 units in…
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Burlington's Secret Flood Warrior | Montpelier News
Hidden just beyond downtown Burlington, Vermont, lies a thriving 80- to 90-year-old floodplain forest on the Winooski River’s banks—a quiet hero quietly…
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Rutland Library’s Historic Struggle | Montpelier News
The Rutland Free Library’s AC is back — a small win after a brutal heatwave — but the real battle is just beginning. This 1858 gem, beloved by the community…
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Vermont Data Center Bill Backfires | Montpelier News
Vermont’s H.727, meant to protect the state from reckless data center growth, spiraled into chaos when Senate amendments added a cash “extortion” clause and…
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Tragic Bicycle Incident in Adirondacks | Montpelier News
Tragic Bicycle Incident in Adirondacks | Montpelier News
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Roof Fire After Lightning Storm | Montpelier News
A lightning strike sparked a roof fire in an Essex Junction apartment building just after midnight, forcing firefighters to battle flames inside the structure…
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Teen Passenger Dies in Highway Crash | Montpelier News
A tragic crash on National Forest Highway 10 claimed the life of 17-year-old Asher Cooperman after his Subaru veered off a dirt road at high speed, slamming…
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Voters Demand Change in Governor Race | Montpelier News
Voters turned out in force for primary elections, with the Democratic governor’s race dominating attention as candidates prepare to challenge popular but…
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Powerball Hits $1 Billion Jackpot | Montpelier News
Powerball just hit a jaw-dropping $1 billion jackpot—the eighth largest in history and the biggest this year—with a cash option over $433 million. After no…
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Oscar Torres Brings Costa Mexicana to Rutland | Montpelier News
Oscar Torres, the visionary behind Little Mexico in Ludlow, is bringing his bold flavors to Rutland with the opening of Costa Mexicana—set for early September…
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Lightning Sparks Apartment Fire | Montpelier News
Lightning struck the roof of a five-story apartment building in Essex Junction, sparking a fast-moving fire that crews battled through the night—thanks to one…
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Vermont Voters Weigh In on Key Issues | Montpelier News
Vermont’s primary election day brought surprising scenes — one voter just chilled on City Hall steps, pen in hand, while others debated who’ll challenge the…
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Vermont Pastor Charged With Child Abuse | Montpelier News
A Vermont man, Andrew Buzzell, 34, faces federal charges for allegedly sending child sex abuse material via Kik after being arrested at his home — a crime that…
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Vermont Primaries Shape November’s Race | Montpelier News
Primary election day in Vermont is here — the critical tryouts that decide who’ll battle for your vote in November’s general election. With polls open all day…
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Trump’s Secret Jet Move from NATO | Montpelier News
Trump allegedly pulled off a covert security move during his return from the NATO summit, secretly switching from Air Force One to a smaller C-32A jet amid…
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NY Invests $21M in Mental Health Crisis Care | Montpelier News
Governor Hochul’s $21 million mental health boost is building safer, faster crisis care across New York—opening three new CPEPs and upgrading four existing…
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Man Escapes Grocery Store With Knife | Montpelier News
A tense confrontation erupted at City Market on South Winooski Avenue when Shawn Foster allegedly pulled a knife and threatened an employee after trying to…
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Teenager Dies in Mount Tabor Crash | Montpelier News
A tragic crash on National Forest Highway 10 in Mount Tabor claimed the life of a 17-year-old driver after their high-speed Subaru veered off the dirt road and…
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Four-Alarm Fire at Evergreen Place | Montpelier News
A four-alarm fire erupted at Evergreen Place Apartments in Essex Junction around midnight, fueled by heat and humidity, forcing crews from across the region to…
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Waitsfield Dog Safety Crisis | Montpelier News
Waitsfield is in crisis after two brutal dog attacks this summer, sparking outrage and calls for stricter enforcement of leash laws. A pit bull attacked goats…
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Deputy’s Role in Deportation Under Scrutiny | Montpelier News
A tense investigation is unfolding in Chittenden County after a deputy allegedly coordinated with federal immigration agents during a traffic stop, leading to…
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Vermont Deputy Under Fire for Border Patrol Text | Montpelier News
A Vermont sheriff’s deputy is under fire after allegedly texting U.S. Border Patrol during a routine traffic stop — sparking a major policy violation probe…
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Deputy’s Deportation Call Under Scrutiny | Montpelier News
A Vermont sheriff’s deputy is under fire for allegedly violating the state’s Fair and Impartial Policing Policy by calling U.S. Border Patrol during a traffic…
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Vermont Deputy Accused of Immigration Snitch | Montpelier News
A Vermont sheriff’s deputy is under fire after allegedly using his personal phone to call Border Patrol during a traffic stop of migrant farm worker Alex…
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US Canada Trade Tensions in Northeast | Montpelier News
Tensions between the US and Canada are heating up, especially in the Northeast, as trade wars hit everyday lives—tariffs on lumber and aluminum are crippling…
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Killington Voters Decide Budget & More | Montpelier News
Killington voters head back to the polls Tuesday for a crucial budget vote — this time with a leaner, $7.6M plan after last March’s proposal failed. Over half…
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E-Motos vs E-Bikes in Chittenden | Montpelier News
E-motos are blowing through Chittenden County like turbocharged motorcycles disguised as bikes—hitting 60+ mph with thousands of watts, way beyond the 28 mph…
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Trail Upgrades for Safer Access | Montpelier News
Mission Farm in Killington is getting a major upgrade thanks to a $6,000 federal grant aimed at fixing flood-prone trails. With heavy rains wreaking havoc for…
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Montreal Man Convicted in Daughter's Murder | Montpelier News
A jury in northern New York swiftly convicted Montreal man Luciano Frattolin of murdering his nine-year-old daughter Melina after just under two hours of…
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Miss Black USA Winner Runs a Kitchen | Montpelier News
Harmony Edosomwan, owner of Harmony’s Kitchen in Winooski, Vermont, just won Miss Black USA — and she’s already a Miss Black Vermont champ. With her victory…
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Norwich Farmers Market Gets Permanent Home | Montpelier News
Norwich’s beloved Farmers Market is set for a massive upgrade with a brand-new, year-round facility on a 35-acre site, designed to solve parking woes and…