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MyChamplainValley.com

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Quieter Veterans Day before a wintry mix late week

Happy Wednesday, friends. We are behind a couple of boundaries this morning, all while awaiting a weak ridge of high pressure to arrive for the afternoon. That means we’re waking up to cloudy skies, a leftover spot sprinkle/shower in the mountains, and west-northwest winds. Accompanying those fall-like weather elements to the forecast this morning are […]

Vermont · 2h

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Vermont School Consolidation: Act 170 Implementation Watch

Vermont’s school district landscape continues to evolve as new regional structures take shape and communities consider potential consolidation. Our Government Affairs Group provides a weekly update on the latest developments and what they may mean for Vermont schools and communities. What’s Happening Now: H.955 / Act 170 Implementation Watch...

Vermont · 19h

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Rutland County needs 5,000 new homes by 2040, planners say

As the need for housing grows, the Rutland Regional Planning Commission says one-third of the county’s households struggle to afford basic needs after paying for housing.

Rutland County, VT · 16h
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Bellows Falls Haunted House a success

BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – This year’s annual Bellows Falls Haunted house raised more than $3,700 toward renovations to the lower theater of the Bellows Falls Opera House. After tickets sold out early, additional tickets were added for full-scare night, and these tickets also sold out. A huge thank-you...

Vermont · 15h
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A different kind of return: Investing in Vermont’s future

A new short film from the Vermont Community Foundation explores how mission investing is helping build housing, support local businesses, and create opportunities across Vermont. Through stories from around the state, the film shows how charitable dollars can be put to work locally while seeking financial returns that support future giving. Read the story on VTDigger here: A different kind of return: Investing in Vermont’s future .

Vermont · 1d

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LETTER: A commission that cannot condemn a shove

In late September, state Rep. Troy Headrick, I-Burlington, was shoved at a private gathering in Burlington. He had organized the invitation-only meeting at Rock Point with allies of the Abenaki First Nation at Odanak to examine the evidence behind Vermont's tribal recognitions. When four members of the state-recognized Abenaki Nation...

Burlington, VT · 1d

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LETTER: League of Women Voters applauds amendment passage

The League of Women Voters of Vermont congratulates Vermonters for voting yes on Nov. 3 to add Proposal 4 (Article 23), Equal Protection of Law Amendment, to the Vermont Constitution. According to the Secretary of State's election night reporting, almost 73.9% or 230,396 of voters approved adding Prop 4 to...

Vermont · 1d

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Vermont Agency of Education holds Statewide Strategic Planning Retreat

Vermont Business Magazine On November 5, the Vermont Agency of Education was joined by over 300 educators and other partners from across Vermont in Stowe for the Agency’s second annual Statewide Strategic Planning Retreat. The all-day event follows publication of the Agency’s 2026-2030 Strategic Plan last month and provided an opportunity for stakeholders across Vermont to unite on implementing a statewide vision for education.

Vermont · 19h

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2026 Kurn Hattin Annual Meeting defined by momentum and transition

WESTMINSTER, Vt. – On Sept. 23, Kurn Hattin Home and School for Children held its Annual Meeting of Trustees and Incorporators. On the heels of historic momentum and strategic transition for the residential and academic community, the board elected five new incorporators to three-year terms: Jahyde Bullard, of Pittsfield, Mass.; Deb Hamel Gay, of Hernando, Fla.; Bruce Maysilles, of Advance, N.C.; Heidi Schwieger, of Keene, N.H.; and Cynthia Staniszewski, of Swarthmore, Pa.

Westminster, VT · 1d

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VAHHS: Legislative update - key races and upcoming Medicaid changes

State Races: Governor Phil Scott takes a historic sixth governorship. The Democrats regain their super majority in both the House and the Senate. The Democrats have largely run on Universal Primary Care while the Scott Administration has promoted restructuring health insurance plans. This sets up an interesting tension in the legislature that is not mutually exclusive.

Vermont · 20h

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Free Government Phone in Vermont: How to Apply

If you’re looking for a free government phone in Vermont, start by checking whether you qualify for Lifeline. You may be eligible if you receive 3SquaresVT, Medicaid, or another qualifying benefit, or if your household income falls within the federal limit. Once approved, you can enroll with a participating provider that serves your address.

Vermont · 2d

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$10 million in road upgrades planned for New York's North Country

Clinton County, NY · 16h

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15 Famous People You Didn’t Know Were From Lake Placid, New York

A visitor walking along Main Street in Lake Placid sees reminders of the Olympics almost everywhere. There are displays recalling the 1932 and 1980 Winter Games, buildings associated with the athletes who competed here, and the speed skating oval beside the high school. With Mirror Lake just below the shops and the Adirondack High Peaks rising beyond the village, it is easy to understand why generations of competitors have been drawn to this part of Essex County.

Lake Placid, NY · 3d

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City to celebrate opening of new bocce ball courts at South Acres Park

The addition of four dedicated bocce ball courts at South Acres Park provides residents with a new opportunity to enjoy outdoor recreation, friendly competition, and social interaction. — PLATTSBURGH | The City of Plattsburgh is excited to announce the official opening of four new outdoor bocce ball courts at South Acres Park, located at 23 Flynn Avenue.

Plattsburgh, NY · 16h

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Saranac Lake awards cannabis tax revenue to four local projects

Approved by the Village Board of Trustees on Oct. 13, the awards direct local cannabis sales tax revenue toward youth programs, community well-being, and recreational opportunities for Village residents. SARANAC LAKE | The Village of Saranac Lake recognized four local organizations at a grant presentation outside Harrietstown Town Hall on Nov. 9.

Saranac Lake, NY · 19h

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Cashman attends Small Business Hearing in Albany

ALBANY | Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman (D-Plattsburgh) attended a legislative hearing in Albany Tuesday morning on the impact and effectiveness of economic development programs that were funded in this year’s state budget. “Throughout the duration of my recent municipal tour, I have been able to sit down and speak...

Albany, NY · 12h

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Homelessness Rises in Chittenden County, Drops Across Vermont

There was a slight uptick in the number of homeless people in Chittenden County this year, as well as a troubling increase in the number of homeless children across Vermont. That’s according to the point-in-time count, a snapshot of the number of homeless people identified across the state on one night in January. A report analyzing the count was released by a coalition of homelessness advocates on Tuesday.

Chittenden County, VT · 17h

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Assemblyman Cashman launches 2026 Holiday Toy Drive

The annual tradition gathers and donates new, unwrapped toys to donate to North Country children during the holiday season. — PLATTSBURGH | Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman (D-Plattsburgh) announced the launch of his 2026 Holiday Toy Drive collection to benefit the Christmas Bureau. The annual tradition gathers and donates new,...

Plattsburgh, NY · 1d

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Loon Lake landowners sue town of Franklin over building moratorium

A new battle in a series of legal entanglements is underway over a proposed 52-lot subdivision and beach on Loon Lake in Franklin County. Owners of more than 800 acres are suing the town of Franklin and its attorney over a one-year building moratorium the board enacted in a 3-2 vote on June 10.

Franklin County, NY · 1d

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New York Confirms Harmful Algal Blooms in Mirror Lake

New York state environmental officials have confirmed a harmful algal bloom in Mirror Lake at Lake Placid. State records show two small, localized cyanobacteria blooms were reported November 4th and 5th. Officials advise people and pets to avoid areas of discolored water, surface scum or floating mats because harmful algal blooms can pose health risks. The lake remains listed in the state’s harmful algal bloom reporting system as officials continue monitoring conditions.

Plattsburgh, NY · 1d