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Vermont’s form of local, participatory government demands open access to our local officials.
But town clerks and select boards say it is getting harder to run meetings and conduct town business as the vitriolic tone of political polarization ramps up.
But town clerks and select boards say it is getting harder to run meetings and conduct town business as the vitriolic tone of political polarization ramps up.
Vermont towns try to balance open government and the threat of political violence
Town clerks and select boards say it is getting harder to run meetings and conduct town business as the vitriolic tone of political polarization continues to ramp up.
www.vermontpublic.org
October 21, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Vermont’s form of local, participatory government demands open access to our local officials.
But town clerks and select boards say it is getting harder to run meetings and conduct town business as the vitriolic tone of political polarization ramps up.
But town clerks and select boards say it is getting harder to run meetings and conduct town business as the vitriolic tone of political polarization ramps up.
A U.S. Department of Homeland Security office in Williston, Vermont was vandalized with threatening graffiti over the weekend, including messages to “kill yourselves” and “die.” It's right across from one of ICE's national intelligence hubs. For @vtdigger.bsky.social --> vtdigger.org/2025/10/12/u...
U.S. Homeland Security office in Vermont vandalized with threatening graffiti - VTDigger
The graffiti, which local police said was painted early Satuday morning, included phrases such as “kill yourselves,” “shoot yourselves” and “hang yourself,” as well as “not safe” and “die.”
vtdigger.org
October 13, 2025 at 1:37 PM
A U.S. Department of Homeland Security office in Williston, Vermont was vandalized with threatening graffiti over the weekend, including messages to “kill yourselves” and “die.” It's right across from one of ICE's national intelligence hubs. For @vtdigger.bsky.social --> vtdigger.org/2025/10/12/u...
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement wants to hire a dozen contracted workers who would track down leads for potential deportations, among other efforts, at an office in Williston.
ICE plans to boost its surveillance on social media using contractors in Vermont - VTDigger
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement wants to hire a dozen contracted workers who would track down leads for potential deportations, among other efforts, at an office in Williston.
vtdigger.org
October 6, 2025 at 9:40 PM
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement wants to hire a dozen contracted workers who would track down leads for potential deportations, among other efforts, at an office in Williston.
A Republican state senator bought a group of radio stations. Now, they play Fox News. For @vtdigger.bsky.social --> vtdigger.org/2025/09/03/a...
A Republican state senator bought a group of radio stations. Now, they play Fox News. - VTDigger
“It's a great nation,” said Sen. Russ Ingalls, R-Essex. “I want a news source that’s going to report and reflect (that) accurately.”
vtdigger.org
September 8, 2025 at 3:27 PM
A Republican state senator bought a group of radio stations. Now, they play Fox News. For @vtdigger.bsky.social --> vtdigger.org/2025/09/03/a...
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“We’re working with the governor’s folks to see how we can move closer in his direction,” the chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee said.
Vermont Senate approves 2026 budget proposal, but legislators expect to cut spending further amid Gov. Phil Scott’s criticism - VTDigger
“We're working with the governor's folks to see how we can move closer in his direction,” the chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee said.
vtdigger.org
May 1, 2025 at 11:11 PM
“We’re working with the governor’s folks to see how we can move closer in his direction,” the chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee said.
After receiving a letter from USDOT stating it must comply with the Trump admin's interpretation of federal laws — including on immigration — Vermont’s largest public transit agency is weighing new training for its bus drivers on how to interact with federal agents. vtdigger.org/2025/04/25/f...
Feds threaten states’ transportation funding over noncompliance with immigration enforcement - VTDigger
Vermont’s largest public transit agency is now, as a result, weighing new training for its bus drivers on how to interact with federal agents.
vtdigger.org
April 28, 2025 at 3:49 PM
After receiving a letter from USDOT stating it must comply with the Trump admin's interpretation of federal laws — including on immigration — Vermont’s largest public transit agency is weighing new training for its bus drivers on how to interact with federal agents. vtdigger.org/2025/04/25/f...
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After detaining Rümeysa Öztürk at ICE’s field office in St. Albans the night of March 25, court records state, ICE officials put her on a flight out of the airport in Burlington.
Tufts PhD student was transported to Vermont after arrest in Massachusetts by immigration officials, court records show - VTDigger
After detaining Rümeysa Öztürk at ICE’s field office in St. Albans the night of March 25, court records state, ICE officials put her on a flight out of the airport in Burlington.
vtdigger.org
April 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM
After detaining Rümeysa Öztürk at ICE’s field office in St. Albans the night of March 25, court records state, ICE officials put her on a flight out of the airport in Burlington.
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VERMONT IS A SOCCER STATE
December 17, 2024 at 3:35 AM
VERMONT IS A SOCCER STATE
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It was not immediately clear Tuesday what recourse the Legislature might have to oppose her reappointment, should it choose to do so. #vtpoli #vted
Phil Scott again appoints Zoie Saunders secretary of education, half a year after the Senate refused to confirm her - VTDigger
It was not immediately clear Tuesday what recourse the Legislature might have to oppose her reappointment, should it choose to do so.
vtdigger.org
November 26, 2024 at 6:42 PM
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Tottenham Hotspur Football Club.
November 23, 2024 at 7:28 PM
Tottenham Hotspur Football Club.
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Breaking News: Transit leaders voted to approve New York City’s congestion pricing program, fueling a growing backlash against Gov. Kathy Hochul from critics.
Congestion Pricing Opponents Renew Attacks as NYC Plan Returns
Gov. Kathy Hochul is letting the tolling program move forward in January. Her critics have jumped on the chance to object to the reversal.
www.nytimes.com
November 18, 2024 at 7:29 PM
Breaking News: Transit leaders voted to approve New York City’s congestion pricing program, fueling a growing backlash against Gov. Kathy Hochul from critics.
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As a small state, Vermont leans on federal funding to support a range of environmental programs. So Vermonters and the agencies that work for them are likely to feel the policy shift directly.
Experts fear Trump environmental policies could undermine Vermont’s efforts - VTDigger
As a small state, Vermont leans on federal funding to support a range of environmental programs. So Vermonters and the agencies that work for them are likely to feel the policy shift directly.
vtdigger.org
November 15, 2024 at 9:54 PM
As a small state, Vermont leans on federal funding to support a range of environmental programs. So Vermonters and the agencies that work for them are likely to feel the policy shift directly.