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The Class of 1966 was only the second to graduate from the old North Avenue building, and a reunion this weekend brought them back to tour the new BHS standing where it used to be. Richard Racusen, a 1965 cross country state champion with classmate Wayne Wilcox, said moving out of the old Edmunds…
Zachary's Pizza on Williston Road in South Burlington has a new taproom pouring 16 beers plus wine, opened this summer in a former event space near the front of the restaurant after the arcade heavy family fun center in back closed in the spring. Owner Shawn Farrell says the fun center only made …
Oktoberfest returns tonight at 377 Pine Street, the South End Get Down lot, with more than 25 breweries pouring everything from traditional German beers to non alcoholic options, plus a traditional German band and other live performers. The games run from a stein holding competition and a keg tos…
The Chamber's new advocacy division is meant to give downtown businesses a dedicated voice with city and state leaders as the core wrestles with public safety and economic uncertainty. It wants an advisory board seated by October 1 and is hiring a Downtown Advocacy Manager to track ordinances and…
The Vermont Ninja Warrior Training Center moved into its own 7,200 square foot gym in Essex this spring, and three of its own are on the current season of American Ninja Warrior, including comanager Amir Malik of Essex Junction, who made the National Finals. About 300 students train there weekly,…
[Men's Soccer Ranked No. 13 in United Soccer Coaches Preseason Poll](https://uvmathletics.com/news/2026/8/4/mens-soccer-mens-soccer-ranked-no-13-in-united-soccer-coaches-preseason-poll.aspx)
[Burlington mayor defends public safety policies](https://www.wamc.org/news/2026-08-05/burlington-mayor-defends-public-safety-policies)
Vermont Green beat the Flint City Bucks 2-1 in Flint on Saturday night to repeat as USL League Two national champions, the first club in league history to do it. The season ends 18-0-1, stretching the unbeaten run under coach Chris Taylor to 42 matches, with Final MVP Ryan Zellefrow burying the d…
The Green are one win from going back to back. They defend their national title Saturday at 7:30 against the Flint City Bucks at Atwood Stadium in Flint, Michigan, and the hosts are no easy out. Flint went 10-1-1 to win the Great Lakes Division, owns four USL2 championships of its own, and will f…
A few dozen England supporters packed the Slide In Pub in Shelburne for the World Cup match against Argentina, singing, stressing, and ultimately slumping out after a late Messi assisted winner ended England's run. Owner Joseph Fox, a North London transplant who played college soccer at Johnson, …
Seven Days profiles the women's team's first season, and what a season it has been. Season tickets sold out before a single match, Virtue Field has been packed all summer, and Saturday's 1 to 0 semifinal win over Asheville City sent the Green to the national final against Salmon Bay FC in Seattle…
Before the final, meet Louisa Thomsen, the Waterbury Center native who put up two goals and an assist in ten matches for the Green this season. Her brother Gavin calls the day before every kickoff to settle her nerves, her oldest brother Jack is flying to Seattle for the championship, and half of…
The Church Street mainstay plans a second, 5,300 square foot location this winter at Catamount Run, the UVM-linked housing development on Market Street, and the Burlington original is staying put. With Judi's Ice Cream announced the same week, City Center's food roster is starting to look like a …
The women's side capped a debut USL W-League season by claiming the Northeast Division title, and tonight they host the Long Island Rough Riders at Virtue Field for the club's first playoff match. If you cannot squeeze into the stands, the game airs at 6 p.m. on 3 News Now, or come early with a c…
Billed as the state's first soccer focused bar, the Shelburne spot has become a clubhouse for England supporters this tournament, with ten televisions and a slider menu built for between match grazing. If you would rather watch closer to home, Citizen Cider is screening Saturday's group stage mat…
With the tournament rolling, the piece maps where fans can gather, from City Hall Park's outdoor screen to bars and breweries like RiRa, Switchback, and Zero Gravity. Organizers tie the enthusiasm to a genuine local surge built around UVM, Vermont Green FC, and youth programs. Several of those wa…
After five years inside the former downtown Macy's, BHS holds its final classes there Monday, June 15, with graduation Tuesday in the new $204 million building back on its original New North End campus. The temporary school began when toxic PCBs shuttered the original buildings in 2020, and the m…
The Burlington semipro club, barely five years old and largely made up of college players, drew Canada as one of the national side's final tuneups before the tournament kicked off. Vermont Green keeps building Canadian ties, fielding six players from the country in recent seasons and racking up a…
It is Congo's first World Cup appearance since 1974, and Vermont's 500 to 700 Congolese families, most of them in Chittenden County, are feeling it. The piece also captures how soccer-mad Burlington has become, thanks largely to Vermont Green and UVM's back-to-back national titles. There is a sha…
McMahon, the WWE cofounder now leading the effort to shrink the federal Education Department, stopped at the Center for Technology in Essex as part of her Returning Education to the States tour. Dozens of students walked out of nearby Essex High to protest, joined by gubernatorial candidate Amand…
Vermont now has 83 disc golf courses statewide, which is more than the combined total of Dunkin', Taco Bell, and Domino's franchises in the state. Three of the state's private courses rank in the top 100 worldwide, including two at Smugglers' Notch Resort that sit at sixth and eighth. The sport's…
For Vermonters planning a trip north this season, this guide is worth bookmarking. Montréal's social sauna scene is booming, with spots like RECESS and JOY WellnessClub offering a convivial, club-like twist on traditional Nordic spa culture. The city is also marking the 50th anniversary of the 19…
Seven Days' summer preview is a useful planning document for anyone trying to map out the months ahead. Highlights include the inaugural season of Vermont Green FC Women at UVM's Virtue Field, The Sound of Music performed by Lyric Theatre at the von Trapp Family Lodge with the Vermont Symphony Or…
[Burlington Daycare Could Reopen Next Week After State Guided Reset](https://www.wcax.com/2026/05/20/burlington-daycare-could-reopen-next-week-after-state-guided-reset/)
Maureen Magarity, the 2017 Kay Yow National Coach of the Year, takes over a UVM program that has made the NCAA Tournament three of the last four years following Alisa Kresge's departure for Richmond. In a conversation on The Sports Rapport, Magarity emphasized that she didn't lose a single player…
The Senate passed its $9.4 billion budget with a plan to direct $12 million from the state's Higher Education Endowment Trust Fund toward UVM's proposed 5,000 seat multipurpose center, which would host basketball and concerts. To offset the draw, the bill would funnel 20% of the state's cannabis …
The settlement ends a legal battle that began in 2023 when Mid Vermont Christian forfeited a girls' basketball game rather than compete against a team with a transgender player, prompting the VPA to bar the school from state athletics. The VPA says it settled to avoid the cost of continued litiga…
Vermont wellness brand Ballou Family Apothecary has signed on as a sponsor of Vermont Green FC for the 2026 season, tying together two organizations built around giving back a percentage of revenue. Ballou commits 10 percent of every purchase to affordable childcare initiatives for Vermont famili…
It's been one year since Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian Columbia University student and Vermont green card holder, was arrested by the Trump administration. A federal judge compared his detention to McCarthyism era repression and ordered his release on bail. Since then, Mahdawi graduated from Colu…
The stats tell a painful story: Vermont Green outshot USL League One squad Westchester 6-0 across regulation and two overtimes but couldn't convert, then fell 4-3 in penalty kicks. Goalie Niklas Herceg made two diving saves in the shootout, but it wasn't enough. The loss snaps a winning streak da…
The 14 seed Catamounts earned their spot by winning the America East Championship on March 13 and now travel to Louisville's home court for a noon tipoff on Saturday. Vermont's defense, allowing just 51.4 points per game (fourth nationally), will be tested against a Louisville squad averaging nea…
The cooperatively owned Fayston ski area closed a $2.5 million deal that more than doubles its footprint from 700 to roughly 1,800 acres. The purchase was crowdfunded, with Mad River's 2,500 shareholders voting to approve the buy and raising about $2.8 million. The land had been held by the famil…
Nine current or former UVM students competed at the Milan Cortina Games, and three came home with a combined four medals. Ogden earned two silvers (the individual sprint and team sprint), making him the first Catamount with multiple podium finishes at a single Olympics. Ryan Cochran-Siegle added …
A nice community moment: the entire Charlotte Central School loaded up seven buses to cheer on the UVM women's basketball team earlier this month. The piece also highlights the school's expanding after school club offerings (everything from Dungeons & Dragons to pickleball to Spanish), a fourth g…
Students from both CVU and Rice Memorial were banned from attending a boys' basketball game last week after social media posts between the two schools crossed from competitive trash talk into what the Vermont Principals' Association classified as hate speech. Lauren Young, who oversees high schoo…
[Vermont Green FC License Plate Proposal in the Works](https://www.mynbc5.com/article/vermont-green-fc-license-plate/70261078)
[Phoenix Books Hosts Vermont Poet Laureate Bianca Stone](https://www.vtcng.com/otherpapersbvt/community/noteworthy/phoenix-books-hosts-vermont-poet-laureate/article_be402569-5f0d-49d0-8ff3-13f4cd1e3393.html)
The Winter Games kick off Friday in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, and Vermont's delegation runs deep. Beyond marquee names like Jessie Diggins, Ryan Cochran-Siegle, and Mikaela Shiffrin, the state is sending competitors across disciplines. South Burlington's Kevin Drury just notched his first ski …
Jeanne Hulsen, who served as Burlington High School's athletic director for 22 years, reached a settlement with the district after learning her replacement, a man in his late twenties with far less experience, started at nearly $96,000 compared to her final salary of $70,000. The case is believed…
The Catamounts topped UMBC 64 to 55 Wednesday night to claim sole possession of first place in the America East. Vermont's defense held the conference's top scoring offense to nearly 19 points below their average, forcing just 32.7 percent shooting. TJ Hurley led the way with 18 points on 7 of 11…
Reid Fisher, the physical center back who became a fan favorite during his summer in Burlington, was drafted by Toronto FC after impressing at the 2025 MLS College Showcase. He spent most of his rookie season with Toronto FC II, starting 24 games, and made three appearances on the first team benc…
A 71-5 rout of the University of Chicago capped an undefeated season for the Catamounts, who play in National Collegiate Rugby's Division II (not NCAA). This marks UVM's second national title in about a year, following last December's men's soccer championship. Worobel credited team chemistry bui…
Rob Dow's departure for Penn State comes just weeks after the Catamounts' stunning upset loss to Hofstra in the NCAA tournament, ending what had been an undefeated season for the top seed in the country. Dow brought UVM its first national championship in any major sport last December, and his mov…
The Catamounts are in Houston for tonight's NCAA Division II semifinal against UNC Wilmington, carrying a 9-0 record and having outscored opponents by an average of 70 to 7. After a tough quarterfinal rally against Cornell, the team faces a physically imposing Seahawks squad with several players …
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility announced six new Champion Members: Beta Technologies, Cabot Hosiery Mills (makers of Darn Tough socks), Killington Resort, New Chapter, Norwich Solar, and Rhino Foods. These companies join 20 existing Champion Members including Ben & Jerry's, Green Mo…
The defending national champions and tournament's top seed fell 3-2 in overtime at Virtue Field, ending a 29 game unbeaten streak that had sellout crowds showing up all season. Rui Aoki's chaotic corner kick goal tied it with under 10 minutes left, but Hofstra's Laurie Goddard found the winner in…
UVM's new South Burlington apartment complexes aim to ease Burlington's 2.2% rental vacancy rate, with Catamount Run offering 620 beds and Catamount East providing 164. However, students report significant vacancies at Catamount Run due to prices ranging from $1,123 to $2,029 per person monthly, …
The Bolton Valley Resort president received Champlain College's 64-year-old Distinguished Citizen Award for her work revitalizing the family ski area into a four-season destination while championing small businesses and working families across Vermont. DesLauriers, who returned to Bolton Valley i…
The Burlington native's journey from attending UVM soccer camps as a kid to joining the team represents a full circle moment for local athletics. After excelling at Burlington High School and transferring to Worcester Academy for tougher competition, Barlow earned his spot on UVM's first national…
The Catamounts maintained their unbeaten streak at 8-0-4 despite failing to capitalize on seven corner kicks against Harvard. Goalkeeper Niklas Herceg recorded his fifth shutout of the season, leading America East in that category as UVM prepares for Saturday's Rally Against Cancer game against U…
ADL becomes Vermont's first middle school to achieve Special Olympics Unified Champion School national banner recognition, meeting 10 excellence standards for inclusive sports and activities. CVU renewed its 2020 designation, demonstrating continued commitment to bringing together students with a…
The Catamounts celebrated their 2024 championship with rings at Halverson's Upstreet Cafe Sunday night, while launching a new "Cats Pride" subscription service for fans seeking special perks and team access.
David Ismail's 48th-minute goal broke Akron's season-long shutout streak, marking Vermont's highest-ranked regular season victory in program history. Goalkeeper Niklas Herceg anchored the defense with three crucial saves to preserve the 1-0 upset during the Catamounts' Rally Around Mental Health …
The Catamounts dominated Saturday's match at Virtue Field, spreading the scoring across multiple players with Millar opening, Kuehn netting his collegiate debut goal, and Robbana converting a header. Beyond the scoreline, the night celebrated Vermont soccer's broader success with Vermont Green FC…
The incoming class includes 563 Vermonters, with 221 taking advantage of the expanded UVM Promise program that now covers tuition for families earning under $100,000. First-generation students jumped to 14% of the class while male enrollment rose to 40%, bucking national trends of young men skipp…
The national champion Catamounts returned to Virtue Field Thursday night for a sold-out opener against Sacred Heart. The transformation in fan enthusiasm is staggering: season ticket sales rocketed from under 100 to almost 1,400 following their championship run. Beer sales, expanded merchandise, …
[CVS Manager Wins National Recognition](https://patch.com/vermont/burlington-vt/burlington-store-manager-receives-prestigious-cvs-health-company-recognition) Church Street CVS manager Kevin Richer earned a 2025 National Paragon Award for community impact and business savvy. His pre-eclipse mercha…
Vermont's Solar for All program, designed to reduce electricity costs for low-income households through solar installations, was killed Thursday evening when the EPA withdrew its $62.5 million grant. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin called the nationwide $7 billion initiative a "grift" with excessive…
Vermont Green FC's championship season showcased more than athletic prowess, with fan-organized fundraisers collecting over $25,000 for Migrant Justice and the Vermont Immigration Legal Defense Fund during the team's playoff run. The club's identity intertwines environmental justice with communit…
Vermont Green FC capped off their undefeated season with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Seattle's Ballard FC in Saturday night's USL League Two championship at UVM's Virtue Field. It was electric there at Virtue Field! Check out the link to see incredible photos. The match drew thousands of fans wh…
Vermont Green FC's magical season continued Friday night with a 3-1 overtime victory over Virginia's Lionsbridge FC in the USL Eastern Conference finals. The team now hosts Alabama's Dothan United in Sunday's national semifinals at 6:30 PM, with tickets likely to vanish just as quickly. Since its…
The Green have mastered the art of the comeback, pulling off their third straight come-from-behind victory to advance to their first Eastern Conference Championship in program history. Down 2-0 to FC Motown in the second half, they responded with three unanswered goals, including a penalty kick w…
When MLB cut the Lake Monsters loose in 2020, it could've been game over for Burlington baseball. Instead, new ownership led by Chris English rebuilt the franchise as a summer collegiate league, won a championship their first season, and created something arguably better than what we had. GM C.J.…
It's a treat for local basketball fans to see so many Catamount legends back in town and playing together. They came on Wednesday to practice together, however the tournament is held in Syracuse. The creation of the "Green Mountain Men" for The Basketball Tournament (TBT) speaks volumes about the…
In what's already becoming a legendary chapter in the club's young history, Vermont Green FC clinched the division title in stunning fashion. After being down for the first time all season, the team rallied in added time with a storybook goal from Owen O'Malley, a fan favorite from the inaugural …
In a state that loves climbing, 18-year-old Patrick Daly just put Vermont on the national map by winning the U20 Bouldering Championship in Oregon. Daly, who got his start at the Green Mountain Indoor Rock Climbing Center in Rutland, represents a new generation of talent in the sport. His victory…
Vermont Green FC continues its strong push for a division championship with a decisive 3-1 victory. The team's depth was on full display, with substitute David Ajagbe heading in a crucial goal to seal the win. The Green will play their final home game this Tuesday before a major showdown with the…
Following another pair of successful and sold out exhibition matches, the path toward a professional women's soccer team in Burlington looks clearer than ever. With World Cup winner Sam Mewis at the helm as coach, the events drew huge crowds and showcased a deep well of community support. The suc…
While this particular quote harks back to last year's triumph, it perfectly captures the spirit of what makes Plex a recurring gem. The festival, now in its third year and happening tomorrow, continues to champion emerging and experimental artists who might not find a home in traditional gallerie…
Get ready for some hoops action of a different kind. The Vermont Coyotes, our very own professional basketball team, are holding their inaugural combine this Saturday at VTSU Johnson. It's a significant step for the fledgling team and a cool opportunity for the public to see potential future star…
The Catamounts will be shaking up their roster as another pair of athletes pursue new hardwood horizons. UVM might be losing a key distributor, but that just means younger players get a chance to step up. No doubt the benches in Patrick Gym will be buzzing with talk of next season’s potential lin…
It’s a promising run for the Catamounts, who found a groove just in time for the conference playoffs. Expect the stands at Patrick Gym to stay packed if they keep up this energy. And yes, if you’re reading this before tip-off, they host UMBC tonight (Mar. 10) at 6:00 p.m. in the semifinals—so con…
BU caught the Catamounts on a tough night at Gutterson. With the Hockey East playoffs on the horizon, Vermont’s aiming to regroup and sharpen their defensive play. After all, nobody likes giving up a six-spot at home, especially on Senior Night.
A slow start cost the Catamounts despite Whitaker’s big day. They’ll look to bounce back as they head into conference action against UMBC on March 15. Watch for some tactical adjustments—there’s a lot of talent on this roster just waiting to break out.
When an offensive spark like that ignites, it’s a good day to be a Catamount. O’Connor and company are inching towards conference play with serious momentum. Keep tabs on this squad if you want to see more highlight-worthy moves and final scores.
It’s a community-driven showdown on the ice to commemorate a fallen Border Patrol agent. If you’re near Jay Peak on Sunday, swing by to cheer — and know your support lifts up a family in need.
A huge showing for UVM Nordic as McColgan and Sweet both snagged silver. The Catamounts are still in the overall hunt, proving once again that Vermont’s love of skiing isn’t just for weekend warriors.
A second-half surge sealed the deal for UVM women’s hoops, who are making a serious statement in the postseason. With balanced scoring and strong defense, this squad looks ready for the next round.
Nathhorst’s podium finish keeps UVM on the national map for alpine skiing. Watch for more Catamount action as the final NCAA Championship events wrap up this weekend.
The women’s squad keeps racking up honors right before their playoff push. With Vito stealing passes and Olson lighting up the scoreboard, this team is ready to make noise in the conference tournament.
All eyes are on the Catamount skiers as they chase national titles. Clément’s strong run keeps Vermont in the thick of things. Day two of the championships could bring more medals back to Burlington.
The Catamounts continue their impressive run and hope to carry this momentum into Senior Day on Saturday.
A strong second half turned things around for UVM, setting them up nicely for their matchup at UMBC this weekend.
The men’s basketball team sits in second place in the America East standings and heads to the Garden State on a hot streak. TJ Hurley’s consistent scoring has been a highlight—fingers crossed for more of the same as they look to secure a postseason advantage.
UVM women’s lacrosse fought hard on the road but couldn’t claw back after Fairfield’s late scoring run. Still, there were a few bright spots, including a breakout performance from freshman Caitlin Haggerty. The team heads to Brown next, hoping to turn those flashes of offense into a complete game.
We might not be international skiing champions here at home, but Shiffrin’s feats give us all something to cheer about. She’s a reminder that on the slopes, Americans still know how to set records.
They’ll look to turn things around next game. It’s early in the season, and there’s plenty of time to regroup and push forward.
Momentum is on their side as the postseason nears. Keep an eye on them if you love a defensive showdown.
Despite the scoreboard, the Catamounts showed flashes of top-notch play. They’ll have a chance for redemption in the Hockey East playoffs.
Skiing tradition runs deep here, so a second-place finish bodes well for the NCAA Championships ahead.
With top-10 marks rolling in, the team is poised for an impressive finish. They’ll look to carry that energy into the next round.
The team found their spark, and it showed on the scoreboard. Expect more fireworks if they can keep up that energy.
When records start falling, you know the team is peaking. Keep an eye on these Catamounts for some exciting championship meets ahead.
Following an impressive stretch of away wins, the Catamounts look to upset a top-ranked Boston College squad. The two-game series marks UVM’s first home appearance in over a month.
Despite Priede’s 17 points and 12 rebounds, Vermont dropped to 10-3 in America East play. The Cats head to UMass Lowell next, hoping to regain momentum before the conference tournament.
Powered by standout performances across multiple events, UVM holds first place in the conference championships. The meet continues through the weekend, with the Cats eyeing more podium finishes.
Tight defense in the final minutes helped the Catamounts hold Bryant’s offense in check. Up next, UVM hosts UMass Lowell Saturday, looking to continue its run toward the top of the conference standings.
If this is how UVM swims at the start of the meet, the rest of the conference better brace for a splash. A strong relay plus more finals ahead spells excitement for Catamount fans.
That’s a lot of wins—and a lot of green banners. Rice basketball fans won’t be short on reasons to cheer as the season hits the playoff stretch.
The Catamounts walked away with a strong road win, holding second place in the conference. Keep an eye on Hurley’s hot streak if you’re planning to catch the next home game.
Shutting down an opponent like that takes discipline, and the team proved they have it. With their momentum growing, expect a fun match on Thursday.
A tough finish for the Catamounts, but they put up a fight on the road. Next weekend’s home series will offer a chance for redemption against a top conference rival.
They nearly staged a comeback, though the empty-netter sealed it for the Crusaders. There’s still time to regroup before their final regular-season home stand later this week.
UVM Skiing stays hot on the slopes—and on the scoreboard. With multiple top-10 finishes, the Catamounts look ready to give fans an exciting rest of the season.
Women’s Lacrosse is off to a high-scoring start. With three different players netting hat-tricks, it’s safe to say the team found its groove early.
UVM Men’s Basketball is sharing the ball and racking up the points—nothing like good chemistry to keep the momentum going in conference play.
Women’s Hoops continues to impress—anytime you see a career-high performance from a key player, it bodes well for the rest of the schedule.
UVM looks to keep momentum after a solid win against UAlbany. Swing by Patrick Gym if you need a midwinter hoops fix, or tune in on ESPN+ to cheer from your couch.
From Burke Mountain Academy to world champion again—Shiffrin seems unstoppable (even after her recent crash). She’s not just collecting medals; she’s cementing her status as a Vermont legend.
That’s how you start the season off with a bang. Two hat-tricks in a single game never hurts, either.
The Cats keep climbing the conference standings. Keep an eye on Hurley — if he’s hot, Vermont’s in good shape.
A statement win against a ranked foe has fans fired up for the season’s final push.
Big second periods have been Vermont’s secret weapon lately. They’ll look to build on that with playoffs looming.
After a dream season, it’s no shock that UVM’s beloved coach is drawing attention. Fans are crossing their fingers (and tail feathers, for that Catamount flair) for a deal that keeps him on the pitch right here.
A tough final score for the Catamounts, but an early tally in a milestone matchup is always something to celebrate. Here’s hoping they bounce back at Gutterson with a home crowd advantage next time.