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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Burlington’s first bike park will open this fall at Leddy Park with construction set to begin in late July. The park began in 2015 when cyclist Sean Melinn and local supporters joined forces to create a local ride space (the city approved the plan on July 1 after years of planning) and will give bikers a new place to ride. Seven Days
- ➤ United Way’s Working Bridges launched a $10,000 Bridge Fund for Housing last week with support from Burlington law firm Paul Frank and Collins to help workers cover expenses such as partial rent, moving costs, or utilities. Eligible employees in Chittenden County can receive up to $750—this program helped over 1,600 workers in 2024. VermontBiz
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Vermont woman, 42-year-old Nichole Wright, was charged with selling fentanyl after police linked her sale to Justin Cutler’s accidental overdose in April 2023—he had traveled to Burlington to buy drugs from her via social media. NBC5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation released a new river corridor plan for the Upper West River that examines the river’s stability and gives 60 suggestions — to improve habitat, restore floodplains, conserve river corridors, and cut stormwater runoff — to lessen future flood risks; the DEC will hold an informational meeting on September 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Londonderry Town Office. VermontBiz
- ➤ Residents in Monkton and nearby areas have complained that deer flies have made it hard to garden and play outdoors this summer. State entomologist Judy Rosovsky said the wet spring and warm weather helped the insects flourish—making this one of the worst years for deer flies in Vermont. Vermont Public
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Bernie Sanders will hold a bipartisan hearing today at 10 a.m. on the Senate HELP Committee to discuss his proposed Employee Ownership Financing Act designed to help workers buy their companies—Brock Barton from King Arthur Baking Company will testify to highlight the benefits of employee ownership. VermontBiz
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On October 18, the Vermont Ski & Snowboard Museum will host an induction ceremony at Killington’s K1 Lodge at 5:00 p.m. to honor the 2025 inductees including Marty Hall, Ned Hamilton, Harry 'Rebel' Ryan and Hannah Teter—award winners Gary Black, Noah Dines and Craftsbury Outdoor Center will also be recognized. VermontBiz
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Bonny Light Horseman
7-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Cost not specified — Experience the heartfelt melodies of Bonny Light Horseman as they celebrate humanity through music.
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The Ramble Roller Disco
2-4 p.m. — Pomeroy Park — $5 suggested donation — Roll with us at the 4th annual roller disco while supporting a great cause.
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Robert Lester Folsom Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of melodic sounds from southern singer-songwriter Robert Lester Folsom.
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Vermont Lake Monsters 50/50 Raffle Night
5-9 p.m. — Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball — Enjoy a night at the ballpark selling raffle tickets to support Camp Ta-Kum-Ta.
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Grieves Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Higher Ground — $51+ — Enjoy a night of powerful music with Grieves at Higher Ground in South Burlington.
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The Red Rocks 5K Run
9:30 a.m. — Red Rocks Park — Registration fee applies — Experience a scenic 5K trail run through the beautiful woods of Red Rocks Park.
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2025 Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival
8 AM – 4:30 PM — Waterfront Park — Fundraising event — Celebrate community spirit and support cancer survivors with thrilling dragon boat races.
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Beth Stelling Live Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the comedic brilliance of Beth Stelling, whose latest Netflix special is a must-watch.
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Vermont Antique & Classic Car Meet
7 a.m. – 6 p.m. — farr's field — $15; free for kids 12 and under — Spectators can enjoy vintage vehicles alongside flea markets, processions, and competitions.
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Vermont Cheesemakers Festival
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Shelburne Farms Breeding Barn — Check event for details — Celebrate the art of cheesemaking in a state renowned for its world-class cheeses.
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