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The 2026 Vermont high school boys soccer playoff primer and predictions
Burr and Burton is chasing back-to-back Division I crowns. Milton seeks a second straight Division II title as an underdog. Winooski can stretch its dynastic run with a repeat D-III crown. And high-scoring Twin Valley might be poised for another title run in D-IV. The reigning champions in each of the four divisions for the Vermont high school boys soccer playoffs have their own stories to tell from the 2026 season. The final chapters are blank — for now — but that changes once #vtplayoffs action commence this week across the state. First-round tournament games begin Tuesday, Oct. 21, with championship rounds set at two locations (South Burlington and Rutland) over three days: Oct. 30, 31 and Nov. 1. Who goes where will be determined by geography of the schools who advance to the finals, the Vermont Principals' Association announced last month . To set the stage for the next two weeks, here is my annual tournament primer and predictions for each division. Enjoy! Division I — Primer and predictions ▶ What to know: As an encore to claiming the program's first D-I championship in 2025, No. 1 Burr and Burton (13-0-1) posted another unbeaten regular season. In 2026, the
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UVM Trustees approve tuition rates, $10 million for event center
UVM Board of Trustees’ Fall Meeting Highlights Research Excellence, Tuition Setting, and Multipurpose Center Progress. The University of Vermont Board of Trustees convened for its annual fall meeting October 16-17 at the Dudley H. Davis Center, receiving updates on the university's growing national research profile, new efforts to strengthen statewide engagement and economic development, and key investments that support UVM's long-term future. Trustees also approved tuition and fee rates for fiscal year 2028 and authorized additional pre-construction and design work for the university's Multipurpose Center project.
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UVM trustees approve up to $10M for Tarrant Center
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The University of Vermont is moving forward with its long-delayed multipurpose center, including a new basketball arena. This weekend, UVM trustees authorized spending up to $10 million on pre-construction activities for the project. Work originally got underway back in 2019, but was derailed by the pandemic....
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Champlain College appoints six new members to Board of Trustees
New trustees bring expertise spanning healthcare, business, finance, technology, philanthropy, and international development. Vermont Business Magazine Champlain College has elected six new members to its Board of Trustees, welcoming leaders from business, healthcare, technology, finance, philanthropy, and international development whose experience will help guide the college's strategic priorities. Joining the...
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60+ PHOTOS: Milton Middle School Jamboree scores big for local food shelf
MILTON — Area middle school soccer and field hockey teams gathered Saturday, Oct. 17 ,at Milton High School for a day of competition that also delivered a meaningful boost to the Milton Family Community Center. The annual Middle School Sports Jamboree brought teams from around the region to the...
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UVM medical students get their White Coats
The Larner College of Medicine’s Medical Class of 2030 at the 2026 White Coat Ceremony (Photo: Jeff Paxton, UVM) Larner’s Annual White Coat Ceremony Welcomes the Class of 2030 to the Medical Profession. by Carson O’Neil, UVM. October 9, 2026, marked the day when the Robert Larner,...
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The High Five: Volleyball winning streak spiked
Each week, Mitch Wertlieb shares the top moments of the last week in Vermont sports in the High Five. This week, Bellows Free Academy-St. Albans broke the longest active girl's high school volleyball winning streak in the country dating back to 2019 with their upset win over Essex High School.
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UVM needs more late night food options
It’s midnight in the middle of finals week. You’ve been studying for eight hours straight, and your stomach’s growling. UVM, like any university, is home to night owls who stay up late studying or hanging out with friends. Unfortunately, the University consistently lacks options for these students.
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Milton Headlines Thursday Night, Week 7
MILTON, VT – The Milton high school football team opened week 7 with a home win over BFA Fairfax/Lamoille. The back-and-forth scoring would go the way of the hometown Yellowjackets prior to the end of the game. Highlights from their game, and scores from all 4 Week 7 Thursday night games, in the video above.
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Milton youth football returns with a new name and familiar roots
MILTON — For Billy Brigham, helping bring youth football back to Milton carries a family connection. His father was the first head coach of the Milton Broncos, and now Brigham is leading a new generation onto the field with the Milton Titans. For program president Danielle Rublee, the reward...
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Teacher of the Year Mark Winchester creates an energetic classroom environment at Malletts Bay School
COLCHESTER – For 30 years, Mark Winchester has taught students while supporting them with their questions about the world. “For better or for worse, I would say I treat them like my own children,” he said. Winchester currently teaches fourth-graders at Malletts Bay School and has taught fifth-graders,...
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North Country Community College launches ASAP program
North Country Community College announced the launch of the Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) program. The initiative helps students gain and maintain academic momentum so they can graduate on time. Through $318,000 in new state funding, NCCC will capitalize on this model that is proven to increase student completion rates and bridge opportunity gaps.
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Allison Donnelly of Porters Point School shines as a UVM Outstanding Educator of the Year
COLCHESTER — When Kindergarteners enter her classroom, Allison Donnelly is focused on helping her students to thrive as they transition into the rhythm of school. For 14 years, Donnelly has been teaching students at Porters Point School. This year, she was honored with an Outstanding Teaching Award from the University of Vermont. The award ceremony will be held in November, with awardees, their guests and school leaders invited.
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PHOTOS: Milton field hockey takes draw, celebrates seniors
MILTON — The Milton High School varsity field hockey team battled Harwood Union High School to a 1-1 overtime draw Oct. 7. Harwood opened the scoring in the first quarter, but Milton’s defense held the Highlanders scoreless for the remainder of regulation. With just minutes remaining in the...
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Culture Staff Recommends: Classes UVM should offer
Even with hundreds of classes offered here at UVM, the Culture staff thinks that our community is lacking certain school-specific courses. We’ve racked our brains and came up with a few that students need to gain a well-rounded UVM education. GSWS 2005: Just because you’re gay doesn’t mean you...