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Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including the annual Strawberry Jam music festival at Strawberry Hill Farm in Stowe. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...
Magnificent 7: Must-See, Must-Do Events in and Around Vermont, August 5-12 | Seven Days
Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including the annual Strawberry Jam music festival at Strawberry Hill Farm in Stowe.
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Bringing back the chicken fingers and the Shirt Sleeve wrap was “a given,” executive chef Kyle Wescott said. Ditto the pulled pork nachos, spinach-and-artichoke dip, and fish and chips. www.sevendaysvt.com/food-drink/f...
Sweetwaters Makes a Church Street Comeback in Burlington | Seven Days
Longtime owner David Melincoff and his team reopened the downtown landmark in April after a four-year absence. The menu balances nostalgia with fresh takes.
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Democrats Tim Ashe and Nicholas Graeter seek their party's nomination in the Vermont State Auditor's race this November. www.sevendaysvt.com/guides/prima...
Q&A: 2026 Democratic Candidates for State Auditor | Seven Days
Democrats Tim Ashe and Nicholas Graeter seek their party's nomination in the Vermont State Auditor's race this November
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Armando Paulino Estudillo, 36, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to paying José Ignacio “Nacho” De La Cruz De La Rosa $2,000 for his girlfriend’s illegal border crossing in April 2025.
Man Admits to Paying Migrant Justice Leader in Border Smuggling Case | Seven Days
Tuesday's guilty plea comes as José Ignacio "Nacho" De La Cruz De La Rosa awaits trial related to helping smuggle migrants across the border.
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Executive director Natalie Miller said she hopes the new venue will be open ahead of the Big Pond Improv Festival next month. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...
Vermont Comedy Arts to Open New Performance Space | Seven Days
The nonprofit plans to open a 40-seat theater next month at 118 Main Street in Burlington in a basement space formerly owned by the Drink bar on St. Paul Street.
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Tommie Zito’s past operations have not been flush with cash, according to public records, and he has faced financial setbacks before.
An Evangelist Has a Plan in Poultney. Can He Pull It Off? | Seven Days
Tommie Zito wants to launch a Christian university on the grounds of Green Mountain College. His history, which includes a bankrupt ministry, suggests he has his work cut out for him.
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Per Vermont law, local election ballots must be kept in the town vault for 90 days, while state and federal primary and general election ballots are kept for 22 months. www.sevendaysvt.com/guides/prima...
Vermont’s Town Clerks Keep a Watchful Eye on Election Ballots | Seven Days
Per Vermont law, local election ballots must be kept in the town vault for 90 days, while state and federal primary and general election ballots are kept for 22 months.
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Meet Esther Charlestin, Molly Gray and Ryan McLaren, democratic candidates seeking the chance to defeat Republican Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers. www.sevendaysvt.com/guides/prima...
Q&A: 2026 Democratic Candidates for Lieutenant Governor | Seven Days
Meet Esther Charlestin, Molly Gray and Ryan McLaren, democratic candidates seeking the chance to defeat Republican Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers
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“This resolution was developed to restore a simple expectation that everyone in Burlington feel safe,” Council President Ben Traverse (D-Ward 5) said.
Burlington Dems Push Through Public Safety Resolution Despite Criticism | Seven Days
The Burlington City Council approved a controversial measure despite strong pushback against the plan during three hours of public comment.
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Mirabelles will continue to operate its existing takeout bakery onWilliston Road. The two new locations are expected to open under some version of the Mirabelles name by the end of September. www.sevendaysvt.com/food-drink/f...
Mirabelles Bakery to Take Over Both Kitchen Table Locations | Seven Days
The South Burlington bakery will open a new "elevated casual" restaurant in Richmond and a second Williston Road spot. The Kitchen Table era appears to be over.
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Meet Amanda Janoo and Aly Richards, two Dems vying for the chance to challenge incumbent Republican Gov. Phil Scott in November. www.sevendaysvt.com/guides/prima...
Q&A: 2026 Democratic Candidates for Vermont Governor | Seven Days
Meet Amanda Janoo and Aly Richards, two Dems vying for the chance to challenge incumbent Republican Gov. Phil Scott in November
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Album Review: The Americana singer and his band incorporate funk, soul and a ton of horns on their new LP — an eclectic record with many strengths. www.sevendaysvt.com/music/albums...
Reviewing Kyle Chadburn & the Earthbound Spirits’ New Album | Seven Days
The Americana singer and his band incorporate funk, soul and a ton of horns on their new LP — an eclectic record with many strengths.
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Dartmouth alum Kyle Timothy Blood has opened a new commercial fine-art gallery focusing on artists with college connections. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...
A New Gallery Goes Old School in Hanover | Seven Days
Dartmouth alum Kyle Timothy Blood has opened a new commercial fine-art gallery focusing on artists with college connections
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See who's on the primary ballot in your area. Search by name, town or county using this handy lookup tool. www.sevendaysvt.com/guides/prima...
Who Are the Candidates in the 2026 Vermont Primary? | Seven Days
See who's on the primary ballot in your area. Search by name, town or county using this handy lookup tool.
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In Vermont music news: Greg Freeman and Cricket Blue have fresh albums on the way, Rik Palieri takes on fascism, and the Eyetraps get revenge. www.sevendaysvt.com/music/musicn...
Vermont Music News: Albums From Greg Freeman, Cricket Blue
This week in Vermont music news: fresh albums on the way from Greg Freeman and Cricket Blue, Rik Palieri takes on fascism, and the Eyetraps get revenge.
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Volunteers harvest the excess produce that farmers can’t sell, and food shelves and other local anti-hunger organizations get it to people in need. www.sevendaysvt.com/food-drink/a...
Feeding Champlain Valley Now in Charge of Gleaning in Chittenden County | Seven Days
Volunteers harvest the excess produce that farmers can’t sell, and food shelves and other local anti-hunger organizations get it to people in need.
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The Current presents two multichannel video installations that showcase Greenberg’s endurance-based performance art and love of the human form. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...
International Art Star Miles Greenberg Brings His Body to Stowe | Seven Days
The Current presents two multichannel video installations that showcase Greenberg’s endurance-based performance art and love of the human form.
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Chris Bohjalian's new novel follows a young golf prodigy whose life falls apart after she accidentally kills a caddy at her Westchester County country club with a stray ball. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...
Book Spotlight: Author Chris Bohjalian on ‘The Amateur’ | Seven Days
The story follows a young golf prodigy whose life falls apart after she accidentally kills a caddy at her Westchester County country club with a stray ball.
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Music editor Chris Farnsworth reports on his recent adventures at the “Weird Al” Yankovic show in Essex Junction and the Ramble in Burlington. www.sevendaysvt.com/music/musicn...
Recapping a Weekend of Live Music in Vermont
Music editor Chris Farnsworth reports on his recent adventures at the “Weird Al” Yankovic show in Essex Junction and the Ramble in Burlington.
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The counter-service restaurant offers classics from owner Natalie Bailey’s native Caribbean island such as jerk chicken, oxtail stew, curry goat, brown stew chicken, and beef- or chicken-filled patties. www.sevendaysvt.com/food-drink/f...
Jamaican Taste Cuisine Cooks Homestyle Dishes in Burlington | Seven Days
Natalie Bailey is simmering up the classics of her native Caribbean island, such as oxtail stew and curry goat, in her small restaurant on lower Church Street.
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Thirty years after its premiere, Jonathan Larson’s musical still shows the courage of young artists and rebels to face AIDS and embrace life with joy. www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture...
Theater Review: ‘Rent,’ Weston Theater Company | Seven Days
Thirty years after its premiere, Jonathan Larson’s musical still shows the courage of young artists and rebels to face AIDS and embrace life with joy.
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Because Wild Meadows has a license to serve alcohol and stays open until 9 p.m. on Thursdays through Saturdays, the owners said they hope it will attract book clubs and other groups whose members want to kick back with a glass of wine. www.sevendaysvt.com/news/media-n...
Wild Meadows Books and Café Meeting Spot Opens in Williston
Susan and Rick Cote, owners of the ‘Williston Observer,’ hope their new business in Finney Crossing gives the community a needed gathering space.
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Prominent Burlington folk artist Douglas Knapp will appear in court next month to face a charge of negligent operation with death resulting for the Pine Street crash that fatally injured 16-year-old Shiloh Skalka.
Driver Cited for Burlington Crash That Killed 16-Year-Old Cyclist | Seven Days
Police did not release any new details about how the crash occurred. The driver, Douglas Knapp, is due in court next month.
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The app allows parents to filter the material their kids can access by creating “caboodles,” or playlists, of specific YouTube videos.
New App Allows Parents to Choose the Videos Kids Watch
Galen Dow created GoCaboodle to prevent kids from being fed inappropriate videos online. Parents are finding it helpful, he said.
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Aly Richards and Amanda Janoo share common beliefs that President Donald Trump is harming the country and Gov. Scott’s leadership is ineffective. Both also stress the importance of addressing Vermont’s high cost of living. Still, they differ significantly in both style and substance.
First-Time Candidates Richards, Janoo Vie to Take on Scott | Seven Days
Progressive economist Amanda Janoo and Aly Richards, who led Let’s Grow Kids’ campaign for childcare subsidies, are seeking the Democratic line for governor.
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With a second location, Emma Slater brings her signature crisp, custardy churro-style doughnuts made with fresh-milled local flour back to the Burlington area. www.sevendaysvt.com/food-drink/f...
Twisted Halo Returns to Chittenden County With Essex Spot | Seven Days
With a second location, Emma Slater brings her signature crisp, custardy churro-style doughnuts made with fresh-milled local flour back to the Burlington area.
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Tim Ashe, the current deputy auditor and a former president pro tempore of the Vermont Senate, is competing with Nicholas Graeter, a Williston accounting specialist and digital-content creator making his first run for office.
Audit-ion: Ashe and Graeter Seek the Dem Nomination for Auditor | Seven Days
The primary centers on whether the state’s watchdog office needs seasoned leadership or a fresh approach to public accountability.
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"Seven Days’ job is to dig up and share unbiased, fact-checked information about those individuals seeking your vote. We report on their backgrounds, relevant experience and where they stand on important issues. For an incumbent, the question should be: Has this public servant delivered?"
From the Publisher: You’re the Boss | Seven Days
Reporting on elections looks very different than it did 50 years ago. Read about Seven Days’ approach and this week’s primary election guide.
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