Daily
Burlington
Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The renovated Joyce McEntee pool at the Boys and Girls Club on Oak Street reopened after four years and $600K in renovations and is expected to last for 30 years. Nearly 100 summer campers will get daily swim lessons this season + the pool remains open only to club members with spots already filled until its August closure. Burlington Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, July 29, most Burlington beaches closed because cyanobacteria made the water unsafe for swimming and could cause skin and stomach issues. Officials said hot, dry weather may worsen the blooms—only North Shore Natural Area and Red Rocks Park remain open. VTDigger
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Burlington officials plan to replace the removed Chief Greylock monument with a new wooden sculpture commissioned by the Abenaki Nation at Missisquoi (state Rep. Troy Headrick argued that groups in Quebec should have been consulted). The city paused formal council approval to allow further structural analysis of the old statue base while affirming its agreement with the Missisquoi group. VTDigger
- ➤ South Burlington officials named William Breault as the new police chief — he was chosen from 14 applicants for his 26 years of service with Dover Police in New Hampshire. His first day will be Oct. 6 and the department will hold a media briefing this Friday. NBC5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UVM Health Network and Vermont State University extended their cost-sharing plan for Vermont’s only respiratory therapy program until June 30—allowing up to 25 students to join in fall and spring while backing tuition and study support for health workers. This agreement aims to ensure local hospitals have enough skilled respiratory therapists. VermontBiz
- ➤ UVM Health Network cut 77 jobs and eliminated 69 vacant positions Tuesday to save $5 million as part of its plan to reduce spending by $185 million amid rising health care costs. The network also paused executive bonuses and will seek further cuts—such as deferring maintenance—to reach its $300 million target for cost reductions. Seven Days
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Joe's Snack Bar (on Vermont Route 15 in Jericho) is listed for sale for ($475,000) after its owner retired. The historic eatery, open since 1950 and a summer favorite, will remain open as it seeks a new buyer. NBC5
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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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BCA Summer Concert Series: Ian Campbell
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Burlington City Arts @ The BCA Center — Free entry — Enjoy a lunchtime concert in City Hall Park with local musician Ian Campbell's melodic tunes.
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Vermont Public Kids Day
10 AM – 3 PM — ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain — $16.50-20; free for members and kids 2 and under — Enjoy crafts, story time, and meet Daniel Tiger in a family-friendly environment.
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Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival
10:30 a.m. — Elley-Long Music Center — Various costs — Experience a celebration of Mozart's brilliance through concerts and masterclasses.
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Vermont Tech August Happy Hour
5:30-7 p.m. — Foam Brewers - Burlington — Pay for your own food/drink — Enjoy a chill evening of networking with great vibes and conversations.
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