Trump’s deportation plans spark fear for Vt. farms, local workers

“I, and many in my community, feel a lot of fear around the new president that’s been elected,” said Cristian, who came to the United States from Mexico. “Lots of people in the community are thinking about ways to isolate themselves, and some people are afraid to even go out to the store.”

Vermont State Police Log: Bridport man cited for assault

ADDISON COUNTY — A Bridport man faces charges for allegedly threatening a neighbor with a gun early this week. Vermont State Police were called to a Crown Point Road address in Bridport on Dec. 16 at around a quarter after 6 p.m. on a report of an alterca … (read more)

Art auction to benefit Addison Housing Works

The agency that promotes affordable housing in Addison County presents pieces that represent what “home” means to each of the 26 contributing artists.

Election Preview 2024

To give local voters more information on where candidates stand on issues, we asked each candidate the same five questions, including a candidate’s choice option. See the list of questions in this Election Preview and then read the responses for the candi … (read more)

Who is on the 2024 General Election Ballot

Here are the 2024 General Election candidates for offices in Addison County, Vermont and in the United States.

Furniture available for Addison County small biz and non-profits

National Bank of Middlebury is generously offering office furniture to the Addison County business and non-profit community.

Local horse dies of EEE, Salisbury now at high risk

Addison County horse tests positive for Eastern equine encephalitis, and state also reports first human case of West Nile Virus in Vermont this year.

Hundreds in Addison County lose power due to high winds from Tropical Storm Debby

High winds on Friday toppled trees and knocked down powerlines throughout the Green Mountain State, resulting in more than 50,000 Vermonters losing power.

County’s top prosecutor is navigating a severe staffing shortage

A lengthening list of critics of the performance of State’s Attorney Eva Vekos said they’re growing more concerned in light of a significant, temporary staffing shortage in her office.

Area farms fare well despite wet weather

Local growers say they fared better during last week’s storms than in 2023 and, in general, have been less affected by extreme weather this growing season.

Migrant justice issues continue for farm workers

The migrant community in Vermont suffered from a heavy loss on July 10. Greisy Mejia, 29, and her nine-year-old daughter and infant son were deported to Honduras.

Vermont opioid crisis presents both barriers and opportunties

Vermont has made concrete efforts to address the state’s opioid crisis, but experts say there’s still plenty of work to be done — including in Addison County.

Vekos gets law license back

The Vermont Supreme Court reinstated the law license of Addison County’s top prosecutor roughly three weeks after suspending it.

Green Up Day is on its way

Want to go for a walk on May 4 and help make Vermont an even more beautiful place? Pick up some trash on Green Up Day.

Students receive firefighter scholarships

ADDISON COUNTY — The Addison County Firefighters Association Scholarship Committee has chosen Ellison Thomas and Elias Pike to receive scholarships awarded to Addison County students. A formal presentation was made at the Association’s quarterly dinner me … (read more)

110