Vermont lawmakers plan to consider ‘balcony solar’ next session

Rupert Mayer, co-founder and technical director for Bright Saver, discusses the possibility of bringing the popular European program to the U.S. on Wednesday, Sept. 17. Photo by Austyn Gaffney/VTDigger While Vermonters look for ways to lower their...

Vermont Conversation: Will free speech survive Trump? FIRE’s Aaron Terr is concerned.

Aaron Terr, director of public advocacy at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE). Photo by Jonathan Pushnik The Vermont Conversation with David Goodman is a VTDigger podcast that features in-depth interviews on local and...

Vermont Wine & Harvest Festival 'captures essence of season'

DOVER and WILMINGTON — The Vermont Wine & Harvest Festival, this Friday through Sunday, promises "an unforgettable weekend of flavors, art and local craftsmanship." “We’re thrilled to be hosting the 16th annual Wine & Harvest Festival,” Shannon...

Federal prosecutor cites cooperation of 3 men in Vermont murder-for-hire case while seeking sentencing breaks

A federal prosecutor is recommending less than the maximum prison sentences for three men who testified against the California biomedical researcher convicted of masterminding a murder-for-hire plot that led to the death of a business rival in...

DOJ Asks Court to Spike Vermont's Climate Superfund Law

The Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division has filed a motion for summary judgment in its challenge to the State of Vermont’s “climate superfund” law. The law aims to impose liability on foreign and domestic energy...

Governor Scott signs Executive Order to promote housing in Vermont

Governor Scott's press conference where the housing executive order was presented. Vermont Business Magazine Governor Phil Scott today signed Executive Order 06-25, which aims to promote housing construction and rehabilitation and address...

Fetterman, McCormick call for end to political violence, extreme rhetoric

U.S. Sens. John Fetterman and Dave McCormick condemned political violence and extreme rhetoric during a joint appearance Tuesday on Fox News’ “Special Report.” The senators said their joint appearance was an attempt to turn down the political...

Setting the Record Straight—The Left’s Legacy of Chaos: A Dive into the Numbers of Political Violence Since 2016

As the nation mourns the assassination of Charlie Kirk and sharply remembers the shocking assassination attempts on President Donald Trump alongside past attempts on other conservative activists’ lives as a backdrop, the question looms larger than...

Strickland Gives New Farmers, Ranchers Early Financing Opportunities

Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland press release. September 15, 2025, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Senator Peter Welch (D-VT), and Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) reintroduced the bicameral Capital for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers...

Unilever Wants to Stop Politicizing Ben & Jerry's, so Jerry Quits in a Fit

It’s been a rocky road of late for Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield, who has decided to hang up his scoop after 47 years with his semi-eponymous brand. The 74-year-old former hippy-turned-entrepreneur said his brand’s parent company,...

It's Your Business: Chamber sees successful Oktoberfest fundraiser; volunteers now needed for event

Are you looking for housecleaning services? Sweet Melissa Cleaning Company is available for residential, commercial and construction cleanup. No job too small, references available throughout area (Grangeville, White Bird, Kooskia). Call or text...

Research Shows One Of The Worst States For Online Dating Is MA

Here's a simple fact, and it doesn't just apply to Massachusetts residents. This is true for millions upon millions of people all across the globe. Our daily lives have become busier than ever. For some, almost impossibly so. For single people...

Former CDC officials say Kennedy Jr. has made children less safe, politicized health

Two high-ranking former members of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention each said Thursday they are concerned preventable diseases for children will needlessly return under what they characterized as Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s...

Vermont university makes list of most liberal colleges in the U.S. 

New England, known for its Democratic politics, was home to two of the top ten most liberal colleges in America. The University of Vermont was ranked second, and Boston University eighth. There were no New England colleges in the top ten most...

Did RFK Jr. politicize the CDC? Shocking testimony from Susan Monarez raises eyebrows

Susan Monarez, the former head of the CDC, spoke out in a tense Senate hearing. This was her first public statement since she was suddenly fired just weeks into her job. Monarez told the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions...

As wealthy baby boomers begin to die, Vermont's estate tax takes on new significance

Vermont received an unexpected windfall in the last year from a tax that targets the state’s wealthiest residents. It took in $55.2 million in estate tax revenue during the fiscal year that ended June 30, more than double the previous annual...

Trump DoJ seeks to kill Vermont law that makes big oil pay for climate harm

Donald Trump’s justice department has asked a judge to shut down a Vermont law which holds major polluters financially responsible for climate damages. In a brief filed on Monday in a federal court in Burlington, the administration said the policy...

More work ahead on Vermont’s housing crisis

By Lindsay Kurrle Editor’s note: Lindsay Kurrle is the secretary for the agency of commerce and community development, which includes the departments of housing and community development, economic development, and tourism and marketing. Despite...

Business AFP Ben & Jerry's co-founder quits, says independence 'gone'

The co-founder of Ben & Jerry's has resigned from the ice cream brand after saying his company known for its social activism has lost "the independence to pursue our values" under the ownership of British giant Unilever. Jerry Greenfield's...

Gusto vs. QuickBooks Payroll: Which Payroll Software Is the Best Option for Your Business?

You’ve decided it’s time to start hiring employees for your small business. That means also deciding on the best payroll software for paying those employees. The right solution will automate and manage payments, but it can also help your business...