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Burlington
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owners of Healthy Living challenged a 105–69 union vote at three stores on April 30 — Workers United later filed unfair labor-practice claims on May 8 as union supporters outside the South Burlington store urged contract talks. Seven Days
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Residents are rethinking heating options as oil prices climbed from under $3.50 to over $5.50 per gallon, prompting plans to switch to pellet boilers or heat pump systems. Fuel dealers are offering fewer fixed-price contracts due to market uncertainty (affecting tight budgets). VTDigger
- ➤ A recent report shows that childcare costs increased 5.2% from Sept. 2024 to Sept. 2025, leaving families paying nearly 15% of their income and Vermont families 17% on care. States like Massachusetts and Maryland rank among the highest, underscoring the mounting challenges for parents & prompting calls for relief measures. NBC5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Burlington’s ONE Arts Community School remains closed while Vermont DCF investigates alleged child safety issues (the center may reopen Tuesday, May 26 after completing state-mandated corrective actions). NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers and pedestrians on Pine Street saw new traffic lights replacing a four-way stop at Maple Street as part of the Champlain Parkway Project linking the interstate to downtown. Construction will continue today through May 22 on nearby streets & on Vermont 7 near highway ramps. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ South Burlington residents report delayed mail deliveries that cause missed bills and important notices — a USPS spokesperson said staffing shortages on certain routes are to blame and announced a weekly job fair at Homewood Suites to help hire permanent carriers. VTDigger
- ➤ Governor Phil Scott established an AI Economic Task Force led by Vermont Gas CEO Neale Lunderville to plan for smart AI use — residents are invited to apply to join its working groups as the effort aims to boost rural opportunities, with recommendations coming within 90 days. NBC5
- ➤ On Monday night, Burlington City Council voted 11 to 1 to reject a gift statue intended to honor local Native American tribes in Battery Park after residents questioned the Missisquoi Abenaki’s legitimacy. Councilors said the move will spur further review of a 2022 public art resolution. Seven Days
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, five Vermonters were sickened by salmonella linked to backyard poultry flocks, according to the Vermont Department of Health, which is investigating multistate outbreaks. Residents are advised to wash their hands after handling poultry & eggs. NBC5
- ➤ Vermont signed a law in March that rejects federal vaccine rollbacks and allows buying vaccines from sources other than the CDC, while local pediatricians report more frequent vaccine counseling sessions amid rising hesitancy. Dr. Tyson says families increasingly delay or skip their child’s shots. VTDigger
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sports fans can vote for the Vermont Varsity Insider Girls Athlete of the Week powered by Delta Dental at burlingtonfreepress.com. Voting runs from May 18 through 9 p.m. Thursday, May 21, with winners announced on Friday, May 22. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ South Burlington native Susan Grimes (71) will join a two-person relay in the Vermont City Marathon on Sunday, May 24 in Burlington with first-timer Allison Barlow. Grimes, a veteran of several race formats, hopes to inspire others to get moving. NBC5
- ➤ High school sports fans can vote online for the Vermont Varsity Insider Boys-Athlete of the Week presented by Delta Dental until 9 p.m. Thursday, May 21, with winners to be announced Friday, May 22, on Burlington Free Press. Burlington Free Press
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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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Los Sóngoros Concert with Dance Class
7:30-10:45 p.m. — SEABA Center — $15 General / $10 Students — Experience an exciting blend of Cuban and Brazilian rhythms with an optional pre-show dance class.
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Otto and Astrid Live
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $96 — Experience an unforgettable evening of laughter with Otto and Astrid.
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All the Rivers Festival
4:30-8:30 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night filled with global music featuring performances by All the Rivers, Eddie Palmieri, Mavis Staples, and Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
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The Hip Abduction Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Higher Ground — Tickets from $64 — Experience a can't-miss live performance by The Hip Abduction in South Burlington.
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Melissa Villaseñor Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — $35 — Experience the unique humor of the first Latina SNL cast member in a night of impressions and laughter.
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Good Clean Fun - Family Comedy Show
5-8 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices may vary — Experience wholesome humor perfect for the entire family at this engaging comedy event.
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Kaonashi Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience an evening of eclectic tunes with Kaonashi and COOKED.
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