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Attorney General Charity Clark joined 22 other attorneys general urging Congress on June 12 to restore Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits through changes in the upcoming Farm Bill. The…

Despite widespread bans on fluorinated ski waxes due to health concerns over PFAS chemicals, recent research shows these substances remain present in ski waxing environments. Experts advise continued caution for…

Middlebury Language Schools will host over 1,400 students this summer across multiple campuses as it begins its 112th session. Highlights include milestone anniversaries for key programs and diverse student participation…

Seven Vermont communities have been awarded $7.6 million through the Northern Border Regional Commission’s Catalyst Program. State leaders say these funds will support infrastructure upgrades, healthcare modernization, downtown revitalization efforts,…

The latest Vermont legislative session resulted in new laws supporting farm security funds, food access programs, land use policies, pesticide bans, and community protections against civil arrests near public institutions.

Attorney General Charity Clark has joined a group defending New York’s Protect Our Courts Act against legal challenges from the Trump administration. The case centers on whether states can limit…

Vermont officials have announced a $31.7 million federal grant aimed at supporting agriculture- and timber-related recovery following recent severe weather events. The funds will be distributed through a new state…

Dort A. Cameron III—Middlebury College alumnus from the Class of ’67—has died at age eighty-one after decades serving as both trustee and advisor to his alma mater’s board leadership committees.

Vermont produced over three million gallons of maple syrup during its record-setting 2026 season according to new USDA data released June 11. State officials credited local sugarmakers’ efforts as key…

The Middlebury Bread Loaf School of English will launch its 107th summer session on June 26 across multiple campuses. Students from various regions will pursue advanced degrees while participating in…

Vermont will receive $31.7 million in federal funds through a disaster assistance block grant targeting agriculture and timber sectors impacted by recent severe weather events. Officials say application details are…

Mark Isselhardt of UVM Extension and Jason Lilley of UMaine Extension received joint recognition from IMSI for their efforts in advancing maple grading education. The pair were honored with the…

Donna Robinson of Randolph received a 21-month prison sentence after pleading guilty to illegal firearm possession as a felon. The case followed an investigation into an April 2025 shooting in…

Ann Hazelrigg and Heather Darby will be inducted into the Vermont Agricultural Hall of Fame after receiving nominations recognizing their contributions to agriculture in Vermont. Both will be honored at…

Alexis Yamashita of NOFA-VT describes efforts to protect Vermont’s community-based seed sharing from new regulations this spring. Proposed legislative changes raised concerns about access and participation in local agricultural traditions…

Attorney General Charity Clark has joined a multistate lawsuit challenging new Trump administration mandates affecting diversity initiatives in federal contracting. The suit alleges unclear requirements threaten longstanding antidiscrimination policies for…

The University of Vermont Extension has launched the VAAAN project—a statewide effort mapping assets and unmet needs across communities using advanced data analysis tools. Leaders say increased collaboration among organizations…

A federal court has overturned a Trump-era policy requiring a $100,000 tax on new H-1B visa petitions after legal challenges led by Attorney General Clark. The ruling affects how U.S.…

Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark leads a coalition challenging former President Trump’s latest tariffs after a federal court ruled them unlawful. The group continues its legal battle as appeals move…

Ronald Wright of Bellows Falls has been arraigned on nine felony counts related to possession of child sexual abuse materials following an investigation by state authorities. He pleaded not guilty…

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Vermont during the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 was $412,438, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs…

Governor Phil Scott addressed over 500 graduates at Community College of Vermont’s commencement ceremony in Montpelier on June 8. In his speech, he praised students’ perseverance through challenges and encouraged…

A group of state attorneys general led by Charity Clark is calling for Formula 1 to end all sponsorship deals involving tobacco and nicotine products. Their letter highlights concerns over…

Governor Phil Scott has signed multiple bills into law covering education reform and other issues. The legislation includes measures addressing chronic absenteeism and setting standards for school interactions with federal…