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Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Perry Thornley, 61, was found unresponsive near Battery Park in January and later died from hypothermia — an autopsy released Wednesday confirmed that exposure coupled with acute ethanol intoxication led to his death. Vermont Public
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bear Den Partners is merging its four New England ski resorts by forming the Bear Den Mountain Alliance. The group, which owns Burke Mountain and Smugglers’ Notch, will join them with Massachusetts properties Catamount and Berkshire East (CEO Jon Schaefer said it will secure the resorts’ future). NBC5
- ➤ Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Ben Cohen launched the Free Ben & Jerry’s campaign to reclaim the iconic ice cream maker from its corporate owners after co-founder Jerry Greenfield resigned amid disputes. Cohen is exploring purchase options with socially aligned investors & legal actions continue in New York. Seven Days
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The James Beard Foundation announced Vermont’s six semifinalists for its 2026 awards, honoring notable chefs, restaurateurs and a cocktail professional. Adam Monette of Café Monette (St Albans) and Kate Wise of Jupiter Bar (Burlington) are lauded for elevating local culinary standards and gaining statewide attention. NBC5
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In Cabot, maple syrup makers are using migrant workers through the H-2A visa program to meet rising demand from an operation now tapping 18,000 trees. The new hires (led by Ricardo Graham) help extend seasonal production through May. Seven Days
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers reviewed a report by the Agency of Education on problems with Vermont's school transportation system. The report noted shortages of bus drivers, rising costs, and service inconsistencies that may affect student attendance as officials plan to reform funding. VTDigger
- ➤ Deb Sigel, a Shelburne resident and former NASA engineer, led a free Take Apart workshop at Pierson Library on March 25 where kids learned to safely dismantle everyday appliances — a program she started 16 years ago to spark interest in engineering. Seven Days
- ➤ Alison Novak, a longtime education reporter known for covering key public school challenges, was named Reporter of the Year by the New England Newspaper & Press Association on March 14 in Portsmouth, highlighting her in-depth work on education and childcare in the region. Seven Days
- ➤ Saint Michael’s College has launched a two-year co-op program that connects high-achieving juniors and seniors with paid, 20-hour-a-week local jobs while they remain enrolled in classes, as part of a partnership with the Lake Champlain Chamber to boost Vermont’s workforce pipeline. NBC5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ More than 10,000 fans entered a new ticket lottery for 2,500 seats after Vermont Green FC’s upset win over a Portland pro club; the team will face Westchester next Wednesday—Wed., Apr. 1 at 7 p.m.—at Virtue Field. NBC5
- ➤ Mikaela Shiffrin won her overall Alpine women’s World Cup title in Hafjell on Wednesday and Jessie Diggins claimed her fourth overall title in Lake Placid; a hometown hero celebration in Stowe is scheduled for April 11 + a fundraiser at Bromley Mountain Resort is set for April 12. VTDigger
- ➤ USA TODAY ranked The Strike Zone (Essex Junction) as the eighth best batting cage nationwide. Vermont's premier facility (with automatic pitching machines) offered hourly practice reservations and operated weekdays from 2 to 8 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Burlington Free Press
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Matt Payne Concert
7-10 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience the melodic sounds of Matt Payne and catch his collaboration with Ollie Lloyd & Thermal Music.
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Vermont Home Show
10 AM – 4 PM — Champlain Valley Exposition — Visit for a variety of home improvement ideas from local experts and innovative products.
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Old 97s Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket required — Experience the legendary Old 97s as they showcase their latest album, 'American Primitive'.
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VBRN Career Day 2026
3-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Registration required — Participate in poster sessions and networking with STEM professionals at this annual symposium.
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Kaleb Cohen Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience the soulful sounds of rising artist Kaleb Cohen with his raw storytelling and impressive piano skills.
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Aly & AJ Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Enjoy an evening of captivating harmonies and pop melodies from the talented duo, Aly & AJ.
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Phoebe Robinson Live
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets starting at $118 — Experience an unforgettable evening with comedian Phoebe Robinson.
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Postal Retirement Seminar
2-3:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Registration required — Comprehensive session for postal employees to plan a secure retirement.
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KidSafe Collaborative Annual Outstanding Service Awards 2026
9:30-11:30 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Free entry — Celebrate individuals who enhance child safety and well-being in the community.
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VTIFF Musical Silents: The Wildcat (1921)
7 PM – 1 AM — Vermont International Film Festival — Ticket pricing varies — Experience a live improvised score to the madcap farce from legendary director Ernst Lubitsch.
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