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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 1h

Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have muted this year's autumn colors, and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual.

Drought has muted this year's leaf-peeping season, but pockets of brilliant colors remain

Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have muted this year’s autumn colors, and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 2h

Join the Science Friday team in Burlington for a special live stage version of the beloved radio show — hosted by Flora Lichtman.

On the menu: the future of food.

Science Friday Live in Burlington: The Future of Food

On Friday, October 17, join the <a href="https://www.sciencefriday.com/" target="_blank" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000177-ab2e-d2dd-abff-eb6ea2110000",&quot...

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 2h

Winter's coming, but the growing season isn't quite over yet!

Join us for a live broadcast of Vermont Edition with Mikaela Lefrak and local gardening expert Charlie Nardozzi.

Fall Gardening with Charlie Nardozzi

Winter's coming, but the growing season isn't quite over yet! Join us for a live broadcast of <a href="https://www.vermontpublic.org/show/vermont-edition" data-cms-id="00000179-aec2-d524-a77b-bfeabed2...

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 4h

Despite the federal government shutdown, essential services like passenger processing at the U.S.-Canada border continue.

What’s open and closed in Vermont during the federal government shutdown

On Oct. 1, the federal government shut down as congressional leaders failed to agree on a funding bill. The U.S. government will suspend any services deemed nonessential for the duration of the shutdo...

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Aɴᴅʀᴇᴡ Lɪᴘᴛᴀᴋ @andrewliptak.com · 6h

Hey, if you're in the area, I'll be on @vermontpublic.org's Vermont Edition to talk about this week's Green Mountain Book Festival in about 20 minutes! www.vermontpublic.org/show/vermont...

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 9h

"It's really more about diving into these conversations, diving into these stories, having these memories flood back to you."

Vermonter Kyle Thompson explores emotional ties to music in his new podcast-turned-board game.

A Vermont podcast about musical memories becomes a board game

Hearing music from an event in your life can trigger memories, emotions and stories. A new board game called "Drop The Needle" taps into that phenomenon.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 1d

Our region has been experiencing drought conditions since late summer. As the seasons change, find out how to care for your plants so they can overwinter.

How to prep trees and perennials for winter during a drought

Our region has been experiencing drought conditions since late summer. As the seasons change, find out how to care for your plants so they can overwinter.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 1d

The 16th annual Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival drew teams and spectators from across the country to witness custom-built trebuchets compete for distance.

Pumpkins soar at Vermont’s Chuckin’ Festival

The 16th annual Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival drew teams and spectators from across the country to witness custom-built trebuchets compete for distance

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 1d

University of Vermont and Dartmouth are hosting visiting speakers, demonstrations and other gatherings for the holiday. Plus, we highlight some museums and galleries featuring Indigenous art and culture in Quebec.
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Observe Indigenous Peoples' Day with cultural demonstrations, food, museums and more

University of Vermont and Dartmouth are hosting visiting speakers, demonstrations and other gatherings for the holiday. Plus, we highlight some museums and galleries featuring Indigenous art and cultu...

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 4d

Sweeping education reform efforts underway in Montpelier have school officials bracing for impact. Plus, ICE plans to increase surveillance work in Vermont.

In review: Rural schools under pressure, ICE plans in Vermont, Medicare Advantage

Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 4d

The Trump administration says "substantial" layoffs of federal workers have begun, appearing to follow through on threats to slash the size of government during the shutdown.

White House says 'substantial' layoffs of federal workers have begun, with few details

The Trump administration says it has started the process of issuing reduction-in-force notices to federal employees. It's not clear how many agencies are affected or how many people.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 4d

Gov. Phil Scott announced Friday that he’ll be appointing a special prosecutor to focus on people who have five or more open criminal cases in Chittenden County.

Gov. Scott announces special prosecutor, dedicated judge for repeat offenders in Chittenden County

The governor’s office said the effort is the first in a multi-point plan aimed at addressing concerns about quality of life crimes and disorder in Burlington.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 4d

Ralph Deslauriers got the idea for what would become the highest elevation ski area in the state while flying over the Bolton backcountry in a helicopter during his time as a captain with the Vermont National Guard.

Remembering Ralph Deslauriers, Bolton Valley founder who championed locals and independent ownership

Ralph Deslauriers, founder of Bolton Valley Ski Area, died over the weekend. A successful developer and believer in keeping skiing independent and affordable, he was 90 years old.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 4d

Lt. Gov. John Rodgers took the stand on Thursday to argue that a stretch of road that goes through his property doesn't belong to the town of Glover — and he’s asking the court to allow him to bar public access to the road while the case is pending.

Lt. Gov. Rodgers takes his hometown to court in road dispute

Lt. Gov. John Rodgers argued that a 3.25 mile stretch of dirt road by his house is private property. Rodgers is asking the court to allow him to bar public access to the road, which is in the middle o...

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 4d

An analysis of data for the 2023-24 school year suggests that the state’s private schools generally enrolled students on individualized education programs at lower rates than public schools in Vermont.

But there were important exceptions.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 4d

This weekend, Vermont Public Classical will partner with the Otter Creek Music Festival to present “Hildegard Reanimated,” a visual and musical reimagining of Hildegard von Bingen's music, poetry, and art.

'Hypnotic and reverent': Why a 12th-century mystic appeals to 21st-century audiences

Christian mystic Hildegard von Bingen was a polymath. The 12th-century nun was a poet, artist, healer, philosopher and composer. On Saturday, Oct. 11, Vermont Public Classical will co-present "Hildega...

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 4d

A bitter debate in Danville about whether to close the town’s high school underscores the uncertainty many Vermont schools face as the state prepares to overhaul its education system.

In Danville, a petition seeks to close the local high school

The closest alternative, St. Johnsbury Academy, is private, and the role that one of its teachers — Vermont Senate Minority Leader Scott Beck — has had in encouraging the vote to close has prompted ou...

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 5d

The Pride Center of Vermont, a community center for LGBTQ+ Vermonters, will pause its operations indefinitely beginning Oct. 10.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 5d

Rutland City officials say the $3.9 million bond voters overwhelmingly approved on Tuesday will greenlight much-needed water, sewer and utility upgrades and lay the groundwork for future development.

Rutland voters overwhelmingly approve $3.9 million bond

Rutland City voters overwhelmingly approved a $3.9 million bond vote on Tuesday that will greenlight water, utility and sewer upgrades. That work will pave the way for a new downtown hotel and apartme...

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 5d

The accusation that Vermont’s private schools cherry pick their students is at the heart of a long and bitter dispute over the state’s voucher system, which allows students in communities without schools to attend the public or private school of their choice.

Do vouchers unequally sort Vermont’s students? New data suggests yes — sometimes

An analysis of data for the 2023-24 school year suggests that the state’s private schools, in general, did enroll students on individualized education programs at lower rates than public schools in Ve...

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 5d

"Women on the Water" tells the stories of six women who have overcome personal and societal challenges to establish themselves on the water in the Granite State.

Women break down barriers in New Hampshire’s small fishing and aquaculture industries

In the male-dominated industries of seafood and aquaculture, women have to work twice as hard to prove themselves. But in New Hampshire’s small fishing and aquaculture industries, women have broken do...

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 5d

"I think America is worth fighting for, so we have to fight."

Comedian Margaret Cho is back on a nationwide tour with her bold, unapologetic take on the state of society. In this episode on Homegoings, she sits down with Myra Flynn to talk about building a comedic blueprint for a better future.

Margaret Cho on Using Humor as a Weapon

Comedian Margaret Cho is back on tour with her bold, unapologetic take on the state of society. In this episode, we sit down with her to talk comedy, culture, and her new national tour, Choligarchy. A...

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Science Friday @scifri.bsky.social · 6d

Vermonters, mark your calendars: SciFri is coming to Burlington! Join host Flora Lichtman for a live show on Friday, Oct. 17 with @vermontpublic.org. The future of food, including reducing waste and the potential of local mung beans, is on the menu. 🍽️

Get your tickets: buff.ly/c6RnLpx

Science Friday LIVE and Vermont Public: Event on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025 at Hula Lakeside, 50 Lakeside Ave. Burlington, VT

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 6d

J.P. Sinclair was at the center of hundreds of major crime investigations with the Vermont State Police. He talks to Erica Heilman about the mechanics of these investigations and working in law enforcement in the community where you live.

Captain J.P. Sinclair reflects on a life investigating crimes in Vermont, Part 2

Part 2 of a conversation with Captain J.P. Sinclair, who was at the center of hundreds of major crime investigations with the Vermont State Police.

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Vermont Public @vermontpublic.org · 6d

The statewide drought has made it harder for some dairy farmers to cut enough hay to feed their cows, and for vegetable farmers to keep their plants from getting parched.

Hauling water and hoping for rain: Upper Valley farmers cope with extreme drought

Vermont is in a drought, and the Upper Valley area is seeing some of the worst of it. Farmers there are wondering: Will they have enough water to last them through the winter?

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