Good morning, Burlington.

Twelve residents were displaced after an e-bike battery exploded while charging at a row home on Elm Street in Winooski just after 5 p.m. Winooski and Burlington Fire Departments quickly put out the flames — two tenants were taken to UVM Medical Center.

Vermont Smoke & Cure won the 2026 Taste For Life Award for its Uncured Turkey Pepperoni Stick in Hinesburg on July 1.

The company marked its third win (following awards in 2018 and 2024) as it expands its national product lineup.

HGTV named Shelburne Farms Vermont’s top free attraction after releasing its list on June 23.

The 1,400-acre site (a former Vanderbilt estate) near Burlington offers walking trails and farmyard activities for families while visitors should check trail hours before arrival.

Festival of Fools returned to downtown Burlington on Saturday, drawing crowds to Church Street for over 70 free performances (reviving a tradition that brings community energy to summer events).

Organizers said the full-scale return strengthens local bonds and inspires lively celebrations.

Burlington residents are encouraged to add reaction-time drills to their exercise routines to help prevent falls and boost brain responsiveness.

Local experts advise practicing simple home exercises like ball drops and lateral shuffling two or three times a week to build steadier footing & sharper reflexes.

Vermont Green FC won the USL2 Championship tonight by defeating the Flint City Bucks 2-1.

Diego Rosas scored at the 61-minute and Ryan Zellefrow later converted a penalty, giving the team its second straight national title.

Jamal Saibou said Vermont outplayed New Hampshire in the 2026 Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl.

The team won by a wide margin as he highlighted strong teamwork and skill during the game.