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Donald Trump’s Return to the Presidency Could Disrupt the Way Many Vermonters Live
In anticipation of a second Trump presidency, Seven Days reporters dove into the issues that could shape life in Vermont during the next four years.
Obituary: Dolores Korpos, 1931-2024
South Burlington woman was almost always smiling and wished to be remembered as being happy
Obituary: Amy Kleppner, 1931-2024
Niece of Amelia Earhart was an adventurer, author and advocate for women’s rights
Revision Military Settles Claims That It Used Foreign Materials
The company, which manufactures protective eyewear in Essex, has agreed to pay $426,000 for selling the military products that should have been made with American materials.
Obituary: Dorothy Jean Drewes Davies, 1937-2024
Shelburne woman had an infectious laugh and a love of people and never passed up an opportunity for conversation
Obituary: Monty Fischer, 1948-2024
Public servant leaves a legacy of respect and responsible stewardship for our natural and human world
Obituary: Gary Miles Chassman, 1940-2024
Owner of longtime Church Street bookstore built a town hub for readers
Obituary: Dawn Marie Bowler, 1964-2024
Shelburne woman loved TV cooking shows and was a fan of country and rock music
Obituary: Ann Flynn Palmer Page, 1939-2024
“The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” — Carl Jung
Obituary: Donald Boniface, 1952-2024
Creative landscaper with a passion for historic preservation was recognized for his work with the restoration of Burlington’s Park Place Co-op
Obituary: Rhey Plumley, 1947-2024
South Burlington fly fisher gave Vermont a new state symbol
UVM Advises Foreign Students to Return to Campus Before Trump Takes Office
The university advised international students to return to campus by January 20 in case travel difficulties arise. The semester starts on January 13.
Two Pedestrians Critically Injured in Shelburne Road Crash
The rush-hour crash at a crosswalk in South Burlington is the latest in a series of serious incidents involving pedestrians and cyclists along Route 7.
Stuck in Vermont: Meta Strick Makes Magical Mixed-Media Art in Fairfield
The turquoise-haired, almost 83-year-old makes art in the backwoods and invites visitors to open houses and workshops at her gallery.
Julianna Brazill Is More Than the Funnies
The Winooski artist pairs funny cartoons with traditional views of Vermont landscapes, effortlessly bridging mediums and moods.
‘Matt Hagen’s Christmas Bath’ Is a New Holiday Classic
Burlington’s busiest musician releases a holiday album featuring more than 20 Vermont artists and 10 brand-new songs for the season.
Vermont Ski and Snowboard Museum Spotlights ‘Lost’ Ski Areas
The Stowe exhibit explores the state’s rich history of defunct ski areas, which were often small, community-run enterprises.
Album Review: Cady Ternity, ‘On & On Anon’
The Winooski trio’s new release is colorful, mysterious, a little bit funny and occasionally dark. It’s also one of the best Vermont records of 2024.
Album Review: Connor Young, ‘From Me to You’
A masterful mélange of late-night musings and early-morning affirmations, Young’s latest is an anthology of humble pop, early blues and hot club-style jazz.
Artists & Revolutionaries Brings Unique, Handmade Clothes to Vergennes
Velvet tops, shibori-dyed sweaters and drapey silk dresses are all part of the new shop’s line, designed and sewn by John-Michael Schlotter.
Noah Kahan Look-Alike Contest at UVM Draws a Crowd
The winner, UVM staffer Sam Spanierman, bears an uncanny resemblance to the “Stick Season” singer. And yes, he gets that a lot.
Ask the Rev: My Partner Doesn’t Know I Have a Tattoo of My Ex’s Initials
One partner’s waxing request might reveal more than they bargained for. A secret tattoo prompts advice about ink dos and don’ts.
Animals Inherit the Earth in the Stunning Animation ‘Flow’
It’s both liberating and unsettling to watch the end of the world through an animal’s eyes in Gints Zilbalodis’ acclaimed fable of flood times.
Locally Filmed ‘Christmas Cowboy’ Tips Its Hat to Vermont
Christmas movies are often set in snowy Vermont but rarely shot in the real place. One new release was filmed almost entirely in the Green Mountain State.
Leaders Support Education-Funding Reforms — But Are Mum on Plans
Leaders are declining to detail their ideas for preventing another sharp increase in property taxes to pay for education next year.
VTrans’ Funny Highway Signs Make the Season Bright — and Safe
The Vermont Agency of Transportation knows you want to be good. So it’s crafting roadside messages that may crack you up and help avoid a crack-up.
Now Playing in Theaters: December 11-17
In addition to Wicked, here’s what is playing in Northern and Central Vermont movie theaters this week. Listings include new movies, vintage films and a directory of open theaters.
Free Will Astrology (12/11/24)
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I don’t recommend burning wood to heat your home. Such fires generate noxious emissions harmful to human health. But hypothetically speaking,…
Onward! Janet Van Fleet Keeps It Rolling With ‘MOVEMENT’
The Cabot sculptor has created an installation of figures, creatures and conveyances moving toward an unknown common destination.
A Moving Company Helps Seniors Make a Smooth Transition
Second Act Senior Transition Services specializes in helping Vermont’s seniors when they move. They help to downsize possessions and arrange new living spaces.
Montpelier Man Reuses Campaign Signs as Building Material
Shawn Chevalier of Montpelier wants to divert unneeded campaign lawn signs from the waste stream. He’s building a wall with them in his garage.
From the Publisher: Trump, Part II
As Vermonters get ready for Donald Trump’s second term, Paula Routly remembers his 2016 rally in Burlington and other times he made the cover of Seven Days.
Letters to the Editor (12/11/24)
‘A Glimmer of Hope’ Thank you to Joe Sexton and Seven Days for sharing the stories of people connected with Enough Ministries and other community…
Williston Couple Bake and Sell French Canadian Tourtières
To honor their heritage, Carmen Beaudoin Bombardier and her husband, Dave Bombardier, bake close to 200 traditional meat pies for sale every holiday season.
Gift Guide: Food- and Drink-Themed Stocking Stuffers
What small pleasures do food lovers want to receive this holiday season? We’ve got four made-in-Vermont products on our list, plus suggestions for even more.
Nunyuns Co-Owner Returns With Feral Gnome Bakeshop in BTV
Paul Bonelli of the shuttered Old North End bakery is offering a limited menu of old sweet and savory faves for sale through two local corner markets.
Young Entrepreneur Opens BB’s Bagels in Waitsfield
Nineteen-year-old Brooke Downing perfected her hand-rolled bagel recipe during the pandemic. She wakes at 2 a.m. to make 500 bagels from scratch.
Magnificent 7: Must See, Must Do, December 11-18
Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including the Queer Craft Fair at Barre’s historic Old Labor Hall.






