Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Disability Rights Vermont and the Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council invite the public to a screening of 'Forgotten Promises: Vermonters Call for Investment in Community Living,' a documentary advocating for more investment in community-based services for those with disabilities. VermontBiz
- ➤ Vermont's Jewish community marked the final night of Hanukkah amidst heightened antisemitism and ongoing war, with calls for peace and increased community support. NBC5
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Vermont school bus driver is to face court for gross negligence in a crash that seriously injured a 12-year-old but caused non-life-threatening injuries. NBC5
- ➤ Colchester police revealed the victim of a fatal Christmas Day house fire as 69-year-old Cynthia Haselton; investigations regarding the cause and manner of death are ongoing. NBC5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 'Hadestown', originally a humble Vermont production, is now being performed by local Vermont youth, showcasing its return to its roots with community-wide enthusiasm and participation. Burlington Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Vermont and New York have increased their minimum wages to adjust for inflation, yet residents claim these wages are still insufficient to meet the cost of living. NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The upcoming Vermont legislative session in Montpelier will address pressing issues of affordability, property tax increases, housing for the unhoused population, and the sustainability of the state's health care system. NBC5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An Addison County dental clinic, in partnership with Open Door Clinic and local dental professionals, successfully provides necessary dental care to immigrant farmworkers, overcoming barriers such as insurance, language, and accessibility. Vermont Public
-
Alex Moffat Live at Vermont Comedy Club
Renowned comedian Alex Moffat, known for his work on SNL, will perform live at the Vermont Comedy Club with multiple showtimes scheduled.
-
Live Comedy Show with Alex Moffat
Comedian Alex Moffat, known for his time on SNL, will perform live at the Vermont Comedy Club on January 10, 2025.
-
NADAV: JCOGS Overnight Event
This event hosted by Ohavi Zedek Synagogue features an overnight program for the NADAV community.
-
Ariel Posen Concert in South Burlington
Ariel Posen will perform live at Higher Ground's Showcase Lounge in South Burlington.
-
Tall Heights Concert at Higher Ground
Tall Heights will perform live at the Higher Ground - Showcase Lounge in South Burlington, featuring an intimate concert experience.
-
Stand-Up Comedy with Amy Silverberg
Amy Silverberg will perform live at the Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington.
-
Live Performance by Amy Silverberg at Vermont Comedy Club
Amy Silverberg will perform a live comedy show at the Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington.
-
Vermont Tech Meetup: Exploring the Future of Technology
The event will feature an overview of the Vermont Technology Alliance by its director Adam Locklin, followed by an open discussion on the future of technology in Vermont.
-
Halestorm Concert Featuring Lzzy and Joe
Halestorm will perform live at Higher Ground Ballroom in South Burlington, showcasing their music during a three-hour show.
-
Joy Oladokun Live in Concert
Joy Oladokun is scheduled to perform live at the Higher Ground Ballroom in South Burlington.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
We suffer more often in imagination than in reality.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Burlington
Welcome to the Daily Burlington, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Burlington, Vermont community. If you like the Daily Burlington, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Burlington.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Burlington and across Vermont. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Burlington
A free Burlington community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyburlingtonnews.com/sitemap