Good morning, Burlington.

Dear Lucy, the popular shoe and handbag boutique on Church Street Marketplace will close in the coming weeks, as a sale offering merchandise at 50-75% off begins today.

The store will continue online and at its Mount Pleasant location (its founder explained the changes were due to evolving market challenges).

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, gas prices in New England fell to $2.85 per gallon on Monday — a decrease from last week’s $2.87 — and remain about 1.9% higher than the national average.

Unemployment claims in Vermont fell to 518 for the week ending Jan.

3, down from 914 the previous week, according to the Labor Department report published Thursday, Jan. 8 - while overall U.S. claims rose to 208,000.

Registration for Community Sailing Center's youth camp lottery is open until Jan.

12 with a waitlist email coming between Jan. 20 and Jan. 22; camp selections will be emailed from Jan. 23 to Feb. 2 (general registration starts Feb. 3 for those not selected).

The Colchester School District cancelled classes yesterday at Colchester High, Colchester Middle and Mallett's Bay Middle after a water main break along Lakeshore Drive cut water in parts of town — forcing early dismissal and bus rides for students while other schools stayed open.

Joe Clark became the new permanent superintendent for South Burlington School District after serving as interim since Sept.

12, effective Jan. 1 — his four-year contract starts at a $200K salary.

The Snow Angel Foundation is touring Vermont to teach ski and snowboard safety through February, hosting on-snow sessions at local resorts including Stratton Mountain Resort, Magic Mountain, Burke Mountain, and Killington to boost awareness on the slopes.

Burlington organizations are offering free assessments, classes, and workshops to help drivers understand their car repairs (service manager Nya Key at Girlington Garage explains the goal is clear, shame-free options), while also providing targeted support for women and minorities.

On Thursday, three members of the school redistricting task force briefed lawmakers after Gov. Phil Scott’s education-focused address; they outlined new mapping proposals while noting some school districts reported staff concerns (including potential job impacts) as task force co-chairs favored a voluntary merger model.

Vermont Treasurer Mike Pieciak and Burlington lawmakers back a bill that would let Vermont join ArrayRx to cut prescription costs.

Testimony on the bill is set to begin next week to help save up to 80 percent on generic drugs.

Emil Wakim Live

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $106 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Emil Wakim at Vermont Comedy Club.

Nico Suave & the Mothership Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages welcome — Rock is alive with Nico Suave & the Mothership, hailing from Burlington VT.

Emil Wakim Live

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets starting at $101 — Emil Wakim brings laughter to Burlington with his unforgettable comedy performance.

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026

6:30 PM – 12:00 AM — The Flynn — Ticket pricing varies — Experience adrenaline-fueled action and breathtaking landscapes from around the world.

Penguin Plunge

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Burlington Waterfront Boat Ramp — $25 – $50 — Dive into Lake Champlain for a chilly plunge in support of Special Olympics Vermont.