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Beck “leveraged his official position as a high ranking state senator ... to coerce two school districts to consider preemptively closing their schools," the complaint reads, in part.

School Board Chair Files Ethics Complaint Against Sen. Beck | Seven Days

The ethics complaint alleges that Scott Beck used his position to pressure two school districts to consider closing their high schools.

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While its services remain in high demand, a “perfect storm” of challenges has been brewing for years, according to board cochair Monica Allard.

Pride Center’s Sudden Closure Sparks Questions About What Happened

The LGBTQ advocacy and support organization in Burlington gave little notice that it was financially stressed. Where the center goes from here is unclear.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 14h

Following the release of her debut album and a documentary about her experience in ‘Hamilton,’ the Tony winner gears up for a sold-out, truth-filled night of song. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...

Three Questions for ‘Hamilton’ Alum Renée Elise Goldsberry

Following the release of her debut album and a documentary about her experience in ‘Hamilton,’ the Tony winner gears up for a truth-filled night of song.

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Navigating mental illness isn’t a standard reason to sing and dance, but this empathetic musical comedy about a family doing just that yields remarkable moments. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...

Theater Review: ‘Next to Normal,’ Lost Nation Theater

Navigating mental illness isn’t a standard reason to sing and dance, but this empathetic musical comedy about a family doing just that yields remarkable moments.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 18h

In Vermont food news: Burlington's Citizen Cider has relaunched its restaurant in a new location on Flynn Ave., while small-plates spot Short Notice in Randolph has announced the end of its run. www.sevendaysvt.com/food-drink/f...

Vermont Restaurant News: Citizen Cider Pub; Short Notice

The Burlington cidery has relaunched its restaurant in a new location on Flynn Ave., while a small-plates spot in Randolph has announced the end of its run.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 1d

The tip line acts as the central national hotline for the public to report issues to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, including suspected undocumented immigrants.

ICE’s National Tip Line in Williston May Soon Add 100 Staff | Seven Days

A Williston office houses ICE's national tip center. Federal documents show it may soon add 100 people to process tips for immigration authorities.

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In this week's Magnificent 7, explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont, including magician and comedian Justin Willman at Paramount Theatre in Rutland. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...

Seven Can’t Miss Vermont Events This Week: October 15-22, 2025

Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including magician and comedian Justin Willman at Paramount Theatre in Rutland.

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Earthy folk-rock still burns at the indie band’s core, but a sense of musical freedom also emerges on its latest record. www.sevendaysvt.com/music/albums...

Album Review: Big Thief, ‘Double Infinity’ | Seven Days

Earthy folk-rock still burns at the indie band’s core, but a sense of musical freedom also emerges on its latest record.

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Ten college students teamed up with curator Pieter Broucke to create an exhibition of works by Piranesi, the renowned 18th-century printmaker and architect. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...

Middlebury Student Curators Make Enlightenment Cool Again

Ten college students teamed up with curator Pieter Broucke to create an exhibition of works by Piranesi, the renowned 18th-century printmaker and architect.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 2d

The licensor also overheard staff speaking to children in harsh tones and saying inappropriate things to them, including “I don’t want to hear it — you are done,” “If you don’t lay down, you will be sorry."

State Suspends License of Rutland Childcare Center | Seven Days

An October 10 licensing report shows that two visits to the program turned up 13 violations, including verbal and physical abuse of children.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 2d

Prosecutors in Massachusetts dropped the charge on October 2, two months after a judge agreed to suppress evidence.

Drug Charge Dropped Against Former Burlington School Board Member | Seven Days

Rida Kori resigned his seat last year after he was accused of drug trafficking. A Massachusetts judge ruled that the evidence against him was improperly obtained.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 2d

The improved outlook, while not a sure thing, is enough for the agency to pause planning for further service cuts, which would have begun this fall.

Green Mountain Transit's Budget Outlook Improves — for Now | Seven Days

A new contract with drivers, a slew of resignations and some help from the state should help the transit authority close a $3 million budget hole.

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The Burlington alt-rockers drop a sonically triumphant record that references their ’90s influences while looking to the future of the form. www.sevendaysvt.com/music/albums...

Album Review: Phantom Suns, ‘Radiolaria’ | Seven Days

The Burlington alt-rockers drop a sonically triumphant record that references their ’90s influences while looking to the future of the form.

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The large-scale tintype photographs present portraits of fungi, created as the pandemic prompted the artist to think about nature and spirituality. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...

Rachel Portesi’s Mushrooms Explore Connection at St. Mike’s

The large-scale tintype photographs present portraits of fungi, created as the pandemic prompted the artist to think about nature and spirituality.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 3d

Messages ran the length of each side of the building and included "Scum" and "kill yourselves."

Homeland Security Building in Williston Hit With Hateful Graffiti | Seven Days

The messages were left sometime between 2:45 and 3 a.m. Saturday, according to Williston police.

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In this week's Ask the Rev., a town house resident is having a ruff time with the sweet but vocal pet next door. Here’s advice for navigating a tricky conversation with a neighbor. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...

My Neighbor’s Dog Won’t Stop Barking

A town house resident is having a ruff time with the sweet but vocal pet next door. Here’s advice for navigating a tricky conversation with a neighbor.

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Tyler Alexander’s ‘If I Can Get Home This Fall’ shares a collection of historical letters illuminating what motivated a young Vermonter to fight in the war. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...

A New Book Depicts One Vermonter’s Life as a Civil War Soldier

Tyler Alexander’s ‘If I Can Get Home This Fall’ shares a collection of historical letters illuminating what motivated a young Vermonter to fight in the war.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 3d

Marcia Gauvin and Chris Leister pedaled 1,700 miles over four years to reach their goal. They’ve created a free online guide to encourage others to do the same. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...

Retired Bethel Couple Gravel Biked All 252 Towns in Vermont

Marcia Gauvin and Chris Leister pedaled 1,700 miles over four years to reach their goal. They’ve created a free online guide to encourage others to do the same.

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Dave Welch’s clock retail and repair shop is home to a vast array of timepieces, some grandfatherly, some cuckoo. Rarer still is the artisan who can fix them. www.sevendaysvt.com/home-design/...

The Clock Shop in Vergennes Keeps Timepieces Ticking

Dave Welch’s clock retail and repair shop is home to a vast array of timepieces, some grandfatherly, some cuckoo. Rarer still is the artisan who can fix them.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 4d

Daniel Day-Lewis gives a powerful performance in a chamber drama directed by his son Ronan that is stronger on visuals and symbolism than on story. www.sevendaysvt.com/on-screen/mo...

Movie Review: Daniel-Day Lewis Stars in ‘Anemone’

Daniel Day-Lewis gives a powerful performance in a chamber drama directed by his son Ronan that is stronger on visuals and symbolism than on story.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 4d

A central Vermont parking spot has become a kelp forest art installation that all are welcome to visit. Go behind the scenes of this “Stuck in Vermont” video. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...

Deb Fleischman’s Ribbon Installation in a Montpelier Driveway

A central Vermont parking spot has become a kelp forest art installation that all are welcome to visit. Go behind the scenes of this “Stuck in Vermont” video.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 4d

Music editor Chris Farnsworth skipped a beloved hip-hop act’s show to be a fly on the wall at Noah Kahan’s golf tournament and concert at Spruce Peak in Stowe. www.sevendaysvt.com/music/musicn...

Among the Busyheads at a Noah Kahan Show in Stowe

Music editor Chris Farnsworth skipped a beloved hip-hop act’s show to be a fly on the wall at Noah Kahan’s golf tournament and concert at Spruce Peak in Stowe.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 5d

Located on Lake Champlain in a peaceful enclave at the very end of North Avenue, the property was home to a seasonal bait shop, snack bar and boat rental store for decades.

Charlie's Boathouse Property Hits Market for $2.5 Million | Seven Days

Located on Burlington's northern shore, the property was once home to a seasonal bait shop and snack bar. Neighbors want it to be conserved.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 5d

Lawrence Fong's seven-year-old Winooski restaurant will close at the end of October. www.sevendaysvt.com/food-drink/m...

Mandarin to Close in Winooski | Seven Days

The closure marks the end of the Fong family's almost four decades owning Chittenden County Chinese restaurants. Another Asian eatery will replace it.

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Seven Days @sevendaysvt.bsky.social · 5d

In the face of economic challenges, some Vermont restaurants are thinking creatively and offering different meals, dishes and special series — from Detroit pizza-and-dessert nights to a day devoted to sushi — to draw customers. www.sevendaysvt.com/food-drink/f...

Vermont Eateries Innovate Deliciously in Tough Times

In the face of economic challenges, some Vermont restaurants are thinking creatively and offering different meals, dishes and special series to draw customers.

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