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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the University of Vermont and local partners mark the 25th Annual Spring Move Out Project at Lower Loomis Street from 11 am to 2 pm, where students and residents can swap reusable household items—leftover goods will be donated to local charities. A second event on May 22 at Lower Buell Street will offer trash compacting for items too unusable for the swap with fees applied. VermontBiz
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Burlington High School sophomore Momin Waqar competed in the Vermont Brain Bee in February at the University of Vermont and then placed second in the national competition on May 3rd—marking the first time in 16 years that a local student finished in the top three. He earned a $1,000 prize and said he plans to help local high schools start or grow neuroscience clubs. Seven Days
- ➤ UVM will hold its graduation ceremonies from May 16 to May 18 in Burlington, with the main ceremony on May 18 at University Green awarding nearly 3,000 bachelor’s degrees+768 advanced degrees and featuring keynote speaker James M. Betts. Several local streets will be closed over the weekend to manage traffic, and all events will be live streamed for those unable to attend. Burlington Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ US Senator Peter Welch—joined by Senators Jeff Merkley and Bernie Sanders and Representative Debbie Dingell—introduced the bipartisan End Price Gouging for Medications Act on May 14 to lower prescription drug costs. The bill will require drug companies to sell medications at no more than the lowest price available in 12 comparable developed countries—aiming to end price gouging and help patients afford care. VermontBiz
- ➤ At a Burlington court on Wednesday, Chief Judge Christina Reiss heard lawyers argue over the habeas petition of Harvard scientist Kseniia Petrova—detained by ICE since February after not declaring frog embryo samples from France. The judge set a bail hearing for May 28 and will decide if the federal court can continue to handle her case. VTDigger
- ➤ A Vermont housing policy designed to boost small town development passed a key legislative hurdle but faces harsh criticism for its complicated restrictions and a $40 million cap, which housing advocates say will limit the number of homes built. Lawmakers will vote on the bill on the House floor before sending it to a conference committee—critics warn that these guardrails may keep potential projects out. VTDigger
- ➤ Vermont Treasurer Mike Pieciak said tariffs hurt long-standing economic ties with Canada and strained relationships that have developed over decades. He noted that some local businesses are welcoming Canadian dollars and that a group of Vermonters traveled to Montreal on May 10 to support Canadian communities (demonstrating the state's commitment to a strong partnership). VermontBiz
- ➤ Senate passed a bill that lets fathers in prison take parenting classes, use a child-friendly space & talk with their children on free video calls. The measure now sits on the governor’s desk & will first be used at Newport before it expands statewide by 2028. Vermont Public
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Burlington Kids Weekend
May 16-17 — Waterfront Park — Free pizza and ice cream — Enjoy a fun-filled weekend with games and activities for kids.
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Community Yard Sale
3-5 p.m. — Rick Marcotte Central School parking lot — Registration fee required — Sell your wares and enjoy some tasty treats at the community yard sale.
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Sports & Fitness Expo
1-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Free entry — Explore the latest in sportswear, gear, and local products at this vibrant expo.
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Chat with Best-Selling Author and Runner Emily Halnon
12-1 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Free entry — Engage in a trailside chat about record-setting ultra running with local authors and athletes.
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M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon
7:15 AM - Jun 1, 11:59 PM — Queen City Cafe — Registration required — Experience a scenic marathon through Burlington's landscapes with community spirit and live entertainment.
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Ran: 40th Anniversary 4K Restoration
'Ran' — 7:00-9:45 PM — Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center — $ — Film buffs enjoy a 40th anniversary 4K restoration of Akira Kurosawa’s 1985 take on the story of King Lear.
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2025 Vermont Amateur Pickleball Championships
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The EDGE Sports & Fitness — $65 — Compete in the amateur state championship and engage in a weekend of wellness activities.
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EXTC Concert Featuring XTC's Terry Chambers & Friends
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience the classic XTC songbook brought to life by Terry Chambers and his band EXTC.
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NAMI Vermont Lake Monsters Game Night
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball — Tickets available — Supporting mental health awareness with a fun night of baseball and community activities.
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Father's Day Frankfurter Fiesta
7-9:30 p.m. — The Soda Plant — RSVP requested — Enjoy a special hot dog topping bar and cornhole at this festive hangout.
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