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Burlington
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Foam Brewers will hold a weekend party in Burlington to mark its 10-year anniversary of craft beer, community, and concerts. Cofounders Jon Farmer and Dani Casey have shared plans that highlight local spirit. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ On Tuesday, April 21, the HomeShare Vermont program brought together longtime residents Jan Lillien (92) and Jack Jackobvitz (94) with Kai Brown, who now pays $350 a month and helps with daily tasks in their Brownsville home. The match came after a careful nine-month vetting process. VTDigger
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A bystander in Barre rescued a 4-year-old girl & helped a 7-year-old boy escape a burning car near Beverage Baron after noticing smoke during a routine stop, and fire officials said the quick actions likely prevented further harm while the cause remains under investigation. NBC5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Party City is making a comeback in Vermont by adding party supplies to six Staples stores (Barre, Bennington, Brattleboro, Rutland, South Burlington, and Williston); shoppers can now find balloons, banners, and more alongside office goods. More Staples locations will add these sections by end of year. Burlington Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Peter Schumann — 91 — of Bread and Puppet Theater has renewed his fight for peace with a new documentary, An Artist Responds to War, which debuts Sunday, May 3 at Greensboro’s Highland Center for the Arts and later online May 12. VTDigger
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Olympic silver medalist Ben Ogden, a UVM alum who won two medals at the 2026 Winter Games, will deliver the commencement address for the class of 2026 on Friday, May 16 on the university green (introduced by Interim Provost Linda Schadler). NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Burlington signed a $20 million contract to build a pedestrian bike bridge over I-89 (linking sidewalks near Staples and CVS) to improve safety for walkers and cyclists. Construction will start this summer and finish in October 2028. VTDigger
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UVM Cancer Center ran a mobile lab demo behind the Statehouse yesterday, where students saw cancer cells with a high-power microscope (it also offers skin cancer screenings). The center will soon add colorectal and HPV screening kits and is hiring a provider while seeking rural health transformation funds. VTDigger
- ➤ Rising wildlife rabies has led officials to plan over 900,000 vaccine doses in bait across 10 counties early May. The bait will be dropped from low-flying aircraft in rural areas + placed by hand in denser spots to protect both animals and pets. Vermont Public
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TRAP Performance by Slow Shapes Dance Company
7:30-9 p.m. — McCarthy Art Gallery — $20 — Experience an evening of contemporary dance as fifteen dancers bring a compelling story to life.
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Fleshwater Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of rock with Fleshwater performing new hits and fan favorites.
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Carmina Burana Listening Party
7-8 p.m. — The Venetian Soda Lounge — Sliding scale pricing — Enjoy drinks and snacks while diving into the majestic world of Carmina Burana with expert commentary.
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Laurie Kilmartin Live
6:30-11:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets from $110 — Enjoy a night of laughs with renowned comedian Laurie Kilmartin.
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Scarlet Demore with Violet Crimes
7-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Not specified — Experience the energetic fusion of punk rock and melodic hardcore from local favorites Violet Crimes.
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Rachel Scanlon Live
6:30-11:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets from $103 — Rachel Scanlon is set to deliver an unforgettable comedy experience in Burlington.
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Business After Hours: Grand Opening Celebration
5-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington — Free entry — Celebrate the grand opening with networking, tours, and delightful hospitality.
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Pete Lee at Vermont Comedy Club
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets starting at $103 — Pete Lee brings his unforgettable comedy experience to Burlington.
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Pete Lee Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets starting at $103 — Pete Lee brings an unforgettable night of laughter to Burlington's stage.
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