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Burlington
Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Abbey Berger-Knorr, a Champlain College graduate and PR professional at Cultivate, joined Hula—Burlington’s lakeside coworking campus in the South End—to find a flexible workspace that fits her small apartment and brings in-person connections to remote work. The renovated facility, built to reverse brain drain by uniting over 1,200 members and 100 local companies, now offers shared lounges, privacy pods, and conference rooms for creative collaboration. Seven Days
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities in St. Albans are investigating a case when a family’s dog Hank ate meat laced with rat poison in their yard—his family induced vomiting and rushed him to Burlington Emergency — Veterinary Specialists where he is now recovering while police search for who left the poisoned meat. NBC5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nectar’s, the Burlington club known for launching Phish, closed its doors this summer after 50 years because rising costs and downtown construction reduced business—leaving a gap in the local music scene. Locals remember the venue for its role in supporting many artists. Vermont Public
- ➤ The Vermont International Film Festival will celebrate its 40th anniversary this fall and will show 80 films at Main Street Landing from Oct. 17 to Oct. 26—featuring international titles as well as American classics and indie movies with prices ranging from $6 to $150. Burlington Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Vermont gasoline prices fell to $3.15 per gallon, down 3.5 cents from last week, and Burlington stations averaged $3.23 per gallon today—GasBuddy’s survey of 100 stations showed prices ranged from $3.07 to $3.29 per gallon. VermontBiz
- ➤ Today, the Vermont Department of Labor announced that the minimum wage will rise from $14.01 to $14.42 per hour starting January 1, 2026 — the law will also boost the tipped minimum wage from $7.01 to $7.21 per hour. NBC5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teresa Mares, an anthropology professor at UVM, delivered a talk at Saint Michael’s College on Monday, Oct. 6 where she explained how immigrant labor supports the food industry — the event was free and open to everyone. VermontBiz
- ➤ Vermont State University and VSAC launched the Freedom & Unity program that offers free tuition for associate and bachelor’s degree programs to Vermonters from households making $65,000 or less who do not have a bachelor’s degree. Supported by the governor and legislature, the program gives access to over 100 high-demand courses in areas like healthcare, engineering and business for nearly half of Vermont households. VermontBiz
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A wildfire on Brownell Mountain was contained on Monday, though flames still burned as crews from Vermont Wildland Fire Control and the Williston Fire Department continued monitoring the site — early signs suggest the blaze may have been human-caused. Nearly three dozen firefighters battled the acre-wide fire with help from a helicopter that dumped 2,000 gallons of water on the flames. NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal immigration authorities will use the intel center in Williston to monitor social media for enforcement clues. ICE will add about a dozen analysts to scan sites like Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram with work expected to start in May 2026 — a move to boost its operations. Seven Days
- ➤ Motorists in Colchester will face delays starting Oct. 15 as crews drill and blast hard rock for the Exit 16 Diverging Diamond project — lane shifts are scheduled on Lower Mountain View Drive from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. The blasting work will continue through November — officials say up to two events will take place each day, so drivers should plan extra travel time. NBC5
- ➤ Today, the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets opened applications for the 2025 Farm to Institution Market Development Grant—this grant will help local farms sell more food to schools, hospitals, and colleges. Interested farmers, food processors, producer groups, and food hubs must apply by December 31 with a 25% match and can join an informational webinar on October 14 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. VermontBiz
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VermontBiz 2 Biz Expo
7 a.m. - 3 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Cost info not specified — Connect with Vermont businesses and celebrate innovation at the VermontBiz 2 Biz Expo.
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Geese Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets from $134 — Experience an unforgettable night with live music at Higher Ground Ballroom featuring Geese.
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Violent Femmes Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Flynn — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the energetic sounds of Violent Femmes live in Burlington.
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Willis Concert with Hotel Fiction
6-7 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets from $55 — Catch Willis live in concert alongside Hotel Fiction for an evening of great music.
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Adam Cayton-Holland Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the witty humor of nationally touring comic Adam Cayton-Holland as he brings laughter to Burlington.
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Paula Poundstone Stand-Up Comedy
7:30-9 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience legendary comedian Paula Poundstone's sharp humor and crowd interactions.
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Pokey LaFarge Live Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket info available — Enjoy a melodic journey with Pokey LaFarge in a vibrant local setting.
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Patty Griffin and Rickie Lee Jones Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket details pending — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy winners Patty Griffin and Rickie Lee Jones live in Burlington.
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Deb Talan Performance
7:30-9:30 a.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience Deb Talan's heartfelt journey through music exploring love and longing.
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Stef Dag Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with Brooklyn comedian Stef Dag, known for her viral dating show.
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