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Friday, January 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Megan Humphrey retires after over a quarter century leading HANDS, a nonprofit aiding Burlington area seniors with food insecurity and more. NBC5
- ➤ Preservation Burlington proposes a plan to construct new housing while preserving the cathedral and opening its grounds for public use in downtown Burlington. VTDigger
- ➤ Burlington city and organizations opened an emergency shelter for the unhoused amidst freezing temperatures, highlighting the urgent need for additional support and capacity from the state. Burlington Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was taken into custody with a non-lethal 'sponge round' after a domestic violence call in South Burlington, facing assault and felony charges. MyChamplainValley.com
- ➤ Lilac Rain Brown-Fisher was sentenced for Financial Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult after stealing heirlooms from clients at a Vermont care facility, with probation, restitution, and community service required. VermontBiz
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Burlington's New Year's Eve Highlight celebration featured music, fireworks, and unique sculptures at Waterfront Park to welcome 2025. Burlington Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lori Fisher concludes her nearly 40-year tenure as Executive Director of the Lake Champlain Committee, highlighting the transition to a new leader, achievements in clean water advocacy, and introduces new initiatives including Dr. Lindsey Carlson as the new Science & Water Programs Coordinator. VermontBiz
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Following significant election losses, Vermont Democrats are open to modifying their climate and environmental policies to focus more on the state's affordability issues. VTDigger
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Vermont initiates a monthly bulk milk sampling program in Grade A dairy farms to test for HPAI and protect the state's dairy industry. VermontBiz
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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.
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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.
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NADAV: JCOGS Overnight Event
This event hosted by Ohavi Zedek Synagogue features an overnight program for the NADAV community.
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Ariel Posen Concert in South Burlington
Ariel Posen will perform live at Higher Ground's Showcase Lounge in South Burlington.
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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.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Amy Silverberg
Amy Silverberg will perform live at the Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington.
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Live Performance by Amy Silverberg at Vermont Comedy Club
Amy Silverberg will perform a live comedy show at the Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington.
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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.
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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.
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Joy Oladokun Live in Concert
Joy Oladokun is scheduled to perform live at the Higher Ground Ballroom in South Burlington.
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