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Burlington
Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Burlington woman was seriously injured in a solo vehicle crash on Interstate 89 in Milton, with an ongoing investigation. NBC5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Burlington welcomes its inaugural Groundhog Fest, a music festival spanning multiple venues, featuring local and out-of-town acts to invigorate the city's winter with lively performances. Burlington Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Vermont maintained a 2.4 percent unemployment rate in December 2024, remaining the state with the second lowest unemployment rate in the US, as per the Vermont Department of Labor. VermontBiz
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Burlington City Council has unanimously approved three bonds for the Town Meeting Day ballot to fund city infrastructure improvements including wastewater and drinking water systems, city fleet vehicles, and sidewalk and road repairs. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Burlington city councilors voted 6-5 to remove a cap on police department hires, responding to the police chief's request to allow for more officers. NBC5
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Madelein Murphy Live at Vermont Comedy Club
Madelein Murphy will perform a night of relatable and engaging stand-up comedy at the Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, VT.
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Live Music Featuring Kind Bud at Switchback Brewing Co.
Enjoy an evening of live acoustic music by Kind Bud, featuring original songs and covers from various iconic artists in a vibrant beer garden setting.
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Mdou Moctar Live Concert
Mdou Moctar will perform live at Higher Ground Ballroom in South Burlington.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Alex Kumin at Vermont Comedy Club
Alex Kumin, a rising star in the comedy scene known for her sharp stand-up, will perform multiple shows at the Vermont Comedy Club from February 6 to February 8.
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Stand-Up Comedy Featuring Alex Kumin
Alex Kumin, a prominent NYC comedian, performs a series of stand-up shows at the Vermont Comedy Club, showcasing her smart and bold humor.
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30th Annual Special Olympics Vermont Penguin Plunge
The Penguin Plunge is a community event benefiting Special Olympics Vermont, where participants take a plunge into freezing water to raise funds for athletes.
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Dog Romp at Milton Town Forest
This event features a casual gathering for dog owners and their pets to enjoy a leisurely 3.5-mile walk on the Milton Town Pond trail in a welcoming community atmosphere.
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Valentine's Romantic Trolley Ride and Dinner Experience
Enjoy a romantic evening featuring a delightful trolley ride through Burlington and an exquisite dinner at The Essex Resort & Spa, complemented by flowers and a gift bag.
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Live Music Featuring Dan Parks at Switchback Brewing Co.
Experience live music from Dan Parks at the Beer Garden & Tap House in Burlington.
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Lucas Zelnick Live Stand-Up Comedy
Stand-up comedian Lucas Zelnick brings his punch-heavy material to the Vermont Comedy Club for a night of laughter, featuring an 8 PM show after the 6 PM show sold out.
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