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Vermont native Grace Potter debuted her acoustic single 'Love Me Not' at NBC5 studio today to promote her new album Trespasser and she will appear at Burlington Records on College Street from 6-7 p.m. for an album signing & meet-and-greet.

Burlington Business Association closed last week after nearly 50 years of supporting local businesses.

The Chamber announced it will form a new Downtown Business Alliance division plus Building Burlington’s Future will continue key programs like the downtown ambassador role to support the downtown area.

Gas prices in Vermont average $4.14 per gallon today, up 2 cents from last week and over $1 higher than last year as oil prices near $85.83 a barrel.

In Burlington, station prices range from $3.99 to $4.19 per gallon (AAA and GasBuddy).

Mercy Connections announced Lisa Falcon’s retirement after eight years as Executive Director on August 19.

The Board has launched a search for her successor (with plans to name a new leader before year-end).

Mirabelles Bakery will open two new eateries in the spaces formerly occupied by The Kitchen Table, with a Richmond restaurant called Belle’s on the River and a South Burlington market expected to launch on Oct.

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Vermont high school field hockey fans can cast votes for the preseason player of the year via BurlingtonFreePress.com from Aug.

20 to 9 p.m. on Aug. 26 + the winner will be announced on Aug. 27.

Davis & Hodgdon CPAs was named among Accounting Today’s Best Accounting Firms to Work for last week after a survey evaluated the firm's policies and employee experience.

The Vermont firm with offices in Williston and Rutland earned the award for providing wide-ranging services and a quality workplace.

The Snake Mountain Wildlife Management Area will expand by 256 acres (a nearly 25% increase) in Addison and Weybridge to provide habitat for peregrine falcons and endangered bats; the state and its partners will also secure timber rights for over 900 acres, with transactions expected by early 2027.