Daily
Burlington
Tuesday, October 14th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local residents hoped for bright fall colors but a drought left many trees green, affecting leaf-peepers' expectations. Downtown businesses maintained a busy weekend as tourists continued to shop and dine — showing strong community support for local commerce. NBC5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont Association of Broadcasters will induct photojournalist Joe Carroll, radio icon John Hill posthumously, and broadcast engineer Joe Tymecki into its Hall of Fame and honor eight others with excellence awards at a gala on November 15 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in South Burlington—this event celebrates the association's 70th anniversary and the 30th year of its awards gala. VermontBiz
- ➤ Families in Vermont and Northern New York can enjoy several Halloween events this season — from trick or treating to fun runs. Shelburne Museum hosts Haunted Happenings on Oct. 26, Castleton offers a Jack-O-Lantern Nature Walk on Oct. 24, and South Burlington holds a Halloween 5K on Oct. 25 — while Plattsburgh and Champlain Centre also plan festive activities. NBC5
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ VAMHAR & The New Trade Program joined forces on October 06 to launch workforce programs that support mental recovery and job training across Vermont. The partnership, announced by founder Salim Holder, will soon offer workshops and networking opportunities to help underserved individuals build confidence and skills. VermontBiz
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews across our region faced new challenges as an extreme drought lasting over two months left water supplies low and boosted fire risks. Hinesburg Fire Chief Prescott Nadeau said crews fought the Brownell Mountain fire in Williston in dry conditions with no vegetation to slow the flames — officials urge residents to conserve water and follow the burn ban. NBC5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health Care and Rehabilitation Services and Vermont mental health agencies launched a statewide video campaign to urge Vermonters to call 9-8-8 for Mobile Crisis support—videos show how responders help with mental health, substance concerns, and connecting people to care. The service is available 24/7 and is meant to prevent crises before they worsen. VermontBiz
- ➤ A network of free clinics in Maine is shutting down primary care services due to Medicaid cuts under new federal rules that restrict family planning reimbursements, and similar concerns are growing among Vermont providers. Jeff McKee, CEO of Community Health Centers, said more patients may come next year as Medicaid eligibility shrinks — adding pressure on already understaffed clinics. NBC5
- ➤ Lisa Taft Sylvester, a Richmond designer who chose a mastectomy after learning she carries a BRCA2 mutation, is raising awareness about the flat closure option that many breast cancer patients rarely hear about—she organized a no money fund project that drew 12 participants from across the country to share their stories. She hopes her work will encourage doctors to offer flat closure as a treatment choice. NBC5
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ An article lists six spots in Burlington for watching fall leaves—residents can plan outings to see bright autumn colors and crisp air. The list offers clear ideas for enjoying nature this season. Burlington Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vermont high school sports fans may vote for the girls Vermont Varsity Insider Athlete of the Week presented by Delta Dental through BurlingtonFreePress.com until 9 p.m. Thursday October 16 (voting is online only), and winners will be announced on Friday. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ High school sports fans in Vermont may vote until 9 p.m. Thursday for the boys Athlete of the Week presented by Delta Dental on burlingtonfreepress.com. Winners will be announced on Friday—ballots feature standout nominees from local high schools. Burlington Free Press
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
The Warped Tour Band Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience live performances of your favorite Emo and pop-punk hits from iconic bands.
-
Vermont Symphony Orchestra - Pastorale Symphony
7:30-9 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience nature's influence through music with compositions inspired by the natural world.
-
GA-20 with Black Joe Lewis
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience a nostalgic blend of Blues, Country, and Rock with GA-20's dynamic performance.
-
Infinity Song Concert
7-9 PM — Higher Ground — All ages welcome — Experience the harmonious sounds of Soft Rock siblings from NYC.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is never owned; it is only rented—and the rent is due every day.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Burlington
Welcome to the Daily Burlington, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Burlington, Vermont community. If you like the Daily Burlington, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Burlington.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Burlington and across Vermont. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Burlington
A free Burlington community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyburlingtonnews.com/sitemap