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Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Burlington News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Burlington—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Burlington News Today…
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Vermont Libraries Fuel Summer Learning | Burlington News
Vermont’s 148 public libraries are getting a $350 boost each to fuel summer learning—offering STEM, author visits, arts, and book clubs to keep kids engaged…
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Discovering Vermont’s Hidden Gems | Burlington News
Discover Vermont’s hidden gems with Tara Schatz, the blogger behind Vermont Explored, who’s on a mission to spotlight the quiet parks, secret waterfalls, and…
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The Young Producer Behind Schmigadoon | Burlington News
At just 30, Sam Biondolillo is already a Tony Award-winning powerhouse in theater—co-producing “Schmigadoon!” and launching his company Sams Entertainment into…
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Vermont Housing Plans Unveiled | Burlington News
Vermont’s housing crisis is heating up as five Democratic candidates hit the stage in South Burlington, laying out bold, varied plans to tackle affordability…
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Shelburne Museum’s Big Summer Splash | Burlington News
The Shelburne Museum is gearing up for a historic summer with the grand opening of the Perry Center for Native American Art—their fortieth building—showcasing…
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Flagger Hit by Truck on Route 105 | Burlington News
A flagger was struck by a truck on Route 105 in Jay just before 4 PM, suffering serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The 49-year-old woman was directing…
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Smoke Alert: Air Quality Warning | Burlington News
Smoke haze is rolling in Thursday, hitting unhealthy air quality levels across central and southern Vermont — especially for those with breathing or heart…
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Ben & Jerry's Foundation Faces Closure | Burlington News
Ben & Jerry’s iconic foundation is poised to shut down by year’s end after being cut off by parent company Magnum, which evicted its staff and halted funding —…
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Route 7 Closed in Middlebury | Burlington News
U.S. Route 7 in Middlebury, Vermont is shut down between McDonald’s and Aubuchon Hardware due to an active law enforcement incident—expect delays and reroute…
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Rutland Firefighters Residency Rule in Question | Burlington News
Rutland, Vermont is poised to shake up its fire department by ditching the residency rule, allowing firefighters to be hired from outside the five-mile…
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Sheriff’s Brother Sparks Transphobia Accusations | Burlington News
Tension flares in Vermont’s sheriff’s race as LGBTQI+ caucus slams Gamelin campaign for transphobic posts allegedly by his brother—Gamelin denies involvement…
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Wildfire Smoke Hits Vermont | Burlington News
Wildfire smoke from Canada is choking Vermont again, turning skies hazy and pushing air quality into unhealthy territory—especially for kids, seniors, and…
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Plattsburgh Fire Displaces Four | Burlington News
Plattsburgh Fire Displaces Four | Burlington News
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Permanent Daylight Saving Time Debate | Burlington News
Daylight saving time is about to get permanent—or at least that’s what the House just passed. The Sunshine Protection Act would lock in the “spring forward…
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Two Vermont Authors, Two Fictional Towns | Burlington News
Two Vermont authors, Brett Ann Stanciu and Catherine Tudish, are dropping fresh novels this summer—both set in fictional towns inspired by real Northeast…
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Library Clash Over Political Event | Burlington News
A town library showdown erupts when candidate Celia Clancy tries to host a meet-and-greet — sparking a clash with Selectman Roger Rivera over town policy…
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50 Baby Chicks Stolen in Vermont | Burlington News
50 Baby Chicks Stolen in Vermont | Burlington News
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Housing Forum Live Tonight | Burlington News
Housing crisis? You’re in the right place. Tonight at 7 PM, South Burlington’s Public Library hosts a major, free, nonpartisan forum where Vermont’s top…
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UVM Health Cuts GLP-1 Coverage | Burlington News
UVM Health is cutting coverage for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, saving $19 million a year—but at what cost? While leaders say it’s needed to fix a financial…
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Wildfire Smoke Blankets Northern NY | Burlington News
Wildfire smoke from Minnesota and Ontario is blanketing parts of Northern New York, triggering an air quality advisory as sensors detect high levels—even in…
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Wildfire Smoke Blankets Northern NY | Burlington News
Wildfire smoke from Minnesota and Ontario is blanketing parts of Northern New York, triggering an air quality advisory as sensors detect high levels—even in…
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Rutland Firefighters Fight Residency Rule | Burlington News
Rutland’s firefighters are fighting to scrap a century-old residency rule that forces them to live locally — a relic of the 1800s when quick response meant…
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Burlington’s Justice Race Heats Up | Burlington News
The Chittenden County state’s attorney race is boiling over, with incumbent Sarah George locked in a fierce battle against Franklin County’s Bram Kranichfeld —…
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Two Siblings Drowned in River Tragedy | Burlington News
Two siblings, 11-year-old Yazmin Yupangui and her 25-year-old brother Sandro Lala, drowned while fishing in Vermont’s Lamoille River — a tragedy that unfolded…
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Luxury Mansion Auctioned No Reserve | Burlington News
A jaw-dropping 10,000-square-foot mansion in Stowe, Vermont, just hit the auction block with no reserve—meaning the highest bidder wins. Built this year, it’s…
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Local News That Inspires Kids | Burlington News
Local journalism’s survival hinges on proving its impact—especially as newsrooms shrink and communities suffer from disengagement, waste, and division. At a…
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Vermont Storms Leave Thousands Without Power | Burlington News
Vermont’s hit hard by brutal storms overnight, leaving thousands without power—especially in Addison and Rutland counties, where downed trees and power lines…
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Trees Block I-91 Northbound | Burlington News
Trees fell across I-91 northbound between Exit 7 and 8 near Springfield and Weathersfield after Tuesday night’s storms, shutting down traffic around 3:30 AM…
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Fair Prepares for Severe Weather | Burlington News
When severe weather hits, the Clinton County Fair doesn’t panic—it’s prepared. From real-time weather monitoring to pre-planned evacuations with law…
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23andMe DNA Breach Settlements | Burlington News
DNA testing giant 23andMe just paid out a massive $18 million across 42 states—including Vermont, New Hampshire, and New York—for a major data breach that…
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Vermont’s First Ever MLB Draft Pick | Burlington News
Vermont just hit home run history as Kaiden McCarthy, a 6’1”, 190-pound pitcher from Chester, was drafted second round by the Atlanta Braves — the highest ever…
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Mid-July Harvest Fixes Grassland Birds | Burlington News
Vermont biologists are flipping their grassland bird conservation strategy after discovering that letting fields grow unchecked has let invasive plants choke…
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iPhone Crash Detection: Hero or Hoax | Burlington News
When your iPhone thinks you’re in a plane crash after you drop it off a Vermont cliff, it’s a wild mix of tech mishap and lifesaving tech. While it triggered a…
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Middlebury’s Free Pool Beats the Heat | Burlington News
When the heat hit Middlebury hard, the town responded with a simple, refreshing solution: opening their public pool free for all. Kids and summer campers…
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Vermont Creemee Passport Explained | Burlington News
Vermont’s rolling out the Creemee Passport—a fun, stamp-collecting adventure that lets you snag a free frozen treat after hitting 20 local spots. Each $10…
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Washington County Buses Get New Rural Operator | Burlington News
Washington County’s public buses are getting a fresh start with Tri-Valley Transit, a rural-focused operator taking over from Green Mountain Transit after…
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Bear Dumped in River Under Investigation | Burlington News
A black bear was killed and dumped in the Connecticut River near Newbury Crossing—Vermont Fish and Wildlife is now hunting for the culprit. The mama bear…
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New Leader, New Vision for Vermont State Police | Burlington News
Lieutenant Colonel Shawn Loan is stepping into the director’s role at the Vermont State Police on August 7, succeeding Colonel Mathew Birmingham after 28 years…
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Vermont’s Young Adults Are Leaving | Burlington News
Vermont’s got a serious brain drain problem—over 40% of residents are considering leaving, with 60% of young adults under 35 planning to pack up in five years…
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Carroll Receives Historic Jury Award | Burlington News
E. Jean Carroll has finally received over $5.6 million from her civil lawsuit against Donald Trump, a verdict upheld by the Supreme Court after years of legal…
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ICE Halts Vehicle Stops for Safety | Burlington News
ICE has suspended most vehicle stops nationwide following the tragic deaths of two agents—one in Maine, another in Texas—prompting a major shift in enforcement…
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Lettuce Linked to Cyclosporiasis Outbreak | Burlington News
Health officials are narrowing in on lettuce and salad greens as the likely source of a widespread cyclosporiasis outbreak, with hundreds of cases across 31…
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High Deductibles, Low Care | Burlington News
Blue Cross Blue Shield’s Vermont Basic plans, with an $11,800 deductible, exposed how insurance companies prioritize profits over real affordability—forcing…
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ICE Officer Shoots Man in Maine | Burlington News
A deadly confrontation in Biddeford, Maine, leaves one dead and sparks national outcry as an ICE officer shoots a man during a high-speed chase — raising…
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Vermont Brewers Festival 2024 | Burlington News
Vermont’s biggest beer fest is back this weekend—40+ local breweries, exclusive collaboration brews you won’t find anywhere else, and a whole lot of flavor in…
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New York Halts AI Data Centers | Burlington News
New York just halted new massive data centers for up to a year, as Governor Hochul pushes for environmental and energy safeguards amid the AI boom. The move…
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Storms Brewing with Dangerous Winds | Burlington News
Temperatures are soaring into the 90s with oppressive humidity making it feel like over 100 degrees—perfect conditions for explosive thunderstorms. These could…
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Vermont Farmers Battle Beetle Super Soldier | Burlington News
Vermont farmers are locked in a fierce battle against the Colorado potato beetle—an evolutionary super soldier resistant to over 200 pesticides—that’s…
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Burlington’s Big Battery Breakthrough | Burlington News
Burlington just approved the biggest battery ever on its grid—5 megawatts—designed to slash energy costs and keep power steady during peak summer demand…
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Juvenile Killer Gets New Parole Window | Burlington News
A convicted killer who was 17 when he murdered two Dartmouth professors now faces a dramatically reduced sentence — eligible for parole at 62, after a landmark…
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Red Arrows Visit Beta Tech | Burlington News
The Red Arrows, Britain’s legendary aerobatic team, made a dazzling flyover stop in Vermont — thanks to a surprising connection sparked when Beta Technologies…
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Phone Drop Triggers Full Rescue | Burlington News
A hiker dropped his phone off a cliff at Mount Pisgah, triggering a full-scale emergency response—drones, helicopters, and over a dozen first responders…
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Vermont Green FC Heads to National Championship | Burlington News
Vermont Green FC just shattered expectations in their first-ever USL W league season, storming into the national championship after a dramatic semifinal win…
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SUV Plunges Into Ski Resort Pool | Burlington News
An SUV took a shocking nosedive into a swimming pool at Smugglers Notch Resort, crashing through a fence in what looks straight out of a movie—thankfully, the…
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Faulty Alarm Halts Border Crossing | Burlington News
A busted fire alarm at the Highgate Springs border crossing caused a major traffic jam and hours of chaos—no bomb scare, just a glitch. Canadian authorities…
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Vermont Diocese Trusts Under Fire | Burlington News
In Vermont, a shocking revelation from a 2020 job interview has rocked the Catholic Diocese: a former applicant claims church leaders asked her to help move…
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Resident Doctors Win Big Contract | Burlington News
Resident doctors at UVM Medical Center just won a landmark three-year contract—covering 400 trainees—with major wins: 10% pay raise, $2K meal stipend, 7 weeks…
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Cabot Cheese Moves HQ for Convenience | Burlington News
Cabot Creamery’s Vermont roots run deep, but they’re rethinking their HQ—selling their 32,000 sq ft Waitsfield building for nearly $3 million to find a more…
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A Pillowcase That Changed a Hospital Stay | Burlington News
A simple handmade pillowcase from a nurse turned Chad Ringey’s rough hospital stay into something unexpectedly warm — sparking a community sewing project where…
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Rural Birth Centers on the Brink | Burlington News
Rural America’s maternity care is collapsing—over 130 hospitals have shuttered or plan to shut down labor and delivery units since 2020, including Brattleboro…