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Monday, March 17th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, the 30th Burlington Irish Heritage Festival opened at Contois Auditorium—families gathered to enjoy Irish step dancing, live music, and cultural activities that celebrate their heritage. Organizers partnered with Vermont Folklife and plan more events ahead of St. Patrick’s Day—bringing the community together to share Irish culture. NBC5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Vermont Electric Co-op leaders will host a webinar on March 27 from noon to 1 pm to show how drones improve grid reliability and aid storm recovery. Panelists including Peter Rossi — the chief operating officer and Shawn Juaire, the operations supervisor, will answer questions about using this new technology. VermontBiz
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vermont voters at Town Meeting Day passed over 90% of school budget proposals from at least 101 districts, showing strong support for public schools. The Vermont Rural School Community Alliance said policymakers must plan thoughtful education finance reforms instead of a rushed one-size-fits-all fix—especially for rural schools. VermontBiz
- ➤ Governor Phil Scott proposes cutting the $18 million universal free school meals program to help lower education costs after property taxes rose nearly 14% last year. Local food advocates warn that ending the program may hurt school kitchens and Vermont farmers who rely on the local foods incentive program. VermontBiz
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Casella Waste Systems and University of Vermont are teaming up to launch the Casella Center for Circular Economy and Sustainability at UVM's Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources—funded with $1.5 million and led by Professor Eric Roy—and will host research, workshops, and lectures on sustainable waste and materials management. Burlington Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. Monique Priestley and State Rep. Angela Arsenault on Monday urged Vermont lawmakers to pass Daniel's Law to protect judges, police and public servants by restricting personal data—similar to New Jersey’s law after a 2020 attack—so that officials can work without constant threat. VermontBiz
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Boston Bruins are teaming with the Burlington Amateur Hockey Association to help Vermont girls try hockey by giving free equipment and professional coaching—more sessions will be available soon. NBC5
- ➤ The No. 15 Vermont women’s basketball team will face No. 2 NC State in the NCAA Tournament first-round game on Saturday, March 21 at Reynolds Coliseum in Raleigh. The Catamounts earned their bid with a 62-55 win over Albany in the America East Conference championship — they return to the tournament for the first time since 2023. Burlington Free Press
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Joe Pera Live at Vermont Comedy Club
Standup comedian Joe Pera will perform multiple shows at Vermont Comedy Club, known for his unique comedic style and popular Adult Swim series.
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Ricky Dover Jr. Live at Higher Ground
Rock musician Ricky Dover Jr., originally from Houston and raised in Knoxville, brings his dynamic performance to Higher Ground in South Burlington.
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Female Founders: Olympians
Olympians join the stage at Hotel Vermont to talk about life as an entrepreneur after the Games! Carissa Gordon Gump is a 2008 Olympian in the sport of weightlifting, and Jennifer Kessy is a silver medalist at the 2012 London Olympics, and now both are entrepreneurs pursuing their own venture!
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Charlie Parr Concert
7:30-11:00 p.m. | Higher Ground | Tickets available | Enjoy an evening of soulful music with Charlie Parr at Showcase Lounge.
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Langston Kerman Live at Vermont Comedy Club
Langston Kerman, an accomplished comedian and actor known for his work on various television series, returns to Vermont for a night of comedy.
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Admitted Student Day
10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Hoehl Welcome Center — Free entry — Discover your future as a Purple Knight with faculty, classmates, and majors on display.
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Bella White Concert
7:30-11:00 p.m. | Higher Ground Showcase Lounge | Ticket prices vary | Experience the soulful sounds of Bella White live in concert.
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Atsuko Okatsuka Comedy Show
3 PM - 5 PM | Vermont Comedy Club | Tickets selling fast | Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka brings joy and silliness through her viral #Dropchallenge on tour.
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Throwback: A Grown-Up Book Fair
1:30-8 p.m. — O.N.E. Community Center — Free entry — Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with books, fun activities, and community vibes.
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12/OC Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of live music at a popular local venue.
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