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It's Mostly Cloudy and 25.05 degrees in Burlington, VT. Today's forecast: Foggy tomorrow morning and afternoon. Today's high will be 26.54 °F and tonight's low will be 18.22 °F. Sunset will be at 05:08 PM.
February 5 in Vermont History 📅
Worst railroad wreck in Vermont, many killed and injured, White River Bridge, Hartford, 1887
News 📰
- Burlington police reviewing new anonymous posts by deputy chief via VTDigger
VTDigger is the most powerful investigative journalism entity in the state of Vermont. No one else covers stories with the focus and journalistic integrity of VT Digger. A blessing for transparency, the scourge of obstructionism, they are the best at what they do. Aidan Quigley is VTDigger's Burlington and Chittenden County reporter.
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 11:28 PM
- Corrections interim commissioner favors closing women’s prison via VTDigger
Photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger BURLINGTON — Vermont’s prison for women should be closed, Department of Corrections Interim Commissioner James Baker said at an event Tuesday at the University of Vermont. And if the Legislature decided to replace it, he said, he would recommend an entirely new type of prison. “The conditions that we ask ...
Wednesday, February 05, 2020 02:34 AM
- Even if Trump Doesn’t Bring Up Climate Change Tonight, This Ad Will via New York Times
Seventh Generation, known for a toilet tissue made of recycled paper, will follow the State of the Union address with a 60-second commercial on three networks. On the chance that President Trump does not mention climate change during his State of the Union address Tuesday night,
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 08:31 PM
- Burlington school to raise Black Lives Matter flag via WCAX3
Bats, like some other mammals, hibernate during the winter. Our Ike Bendavid joined Vermont Fish and Wildlife biologists in Rutland County to check on all six hibernating species of bats in Vermont, five of which are threatened or endangered. Dozens of states are reporting high numbers of sick people, including Vermont. The Vermont Health ...
Wednesday, February 05, 2020 11:14 AM
- New Details Lead Some to Question Probe of Burlington Deputy Police Chief via Seven Days
An internal investigation into Burlington Police Deputy Chief Jan Wright's social media use did not disclose ... In one instance last year, Wright derided University of Vermont economics professor Stephanie Seguino, who studies racial disparities in police traffic stops. In another, the deputy chief anonymously complained about the racial ...
Wednesday, February 05, 2020 01:09 AM
- DPW presents final draft of Winooski Avenue revitalization project via WCAX3
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) Burlington’s Public Works Department is set to present its final draft of the Winooski Avenue revitalization project before the city. DPW will give its new recommendations to the Transportation Commission at a public meeting on Tuesday. The department has been working on the Winooski Avenue Corridor Study since last ...
Wednesday, February 05, 2020 03:44 AM
- Bugging the Bartender: A Spirited Journey with Mike Dunn via Seven Days
The eight-stool bar was filling up the other night at Burlington restaurant Poco when I arrived carrying a yellow legal pad ... he talked about his entry into restaurant work as an 18-year-old music major at the University of Vermont, where he played sax and studied jazz performance. Dunn got a job as a dishwasher at Sneakers Bistro in Winooski ...
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 07:41 PM
Events 🎭
- 🎓 Education
Open House via Seven Days
at Mater Christi School
Parents and potential students learn the ABCs of the independent Catholic school for preschoolers through eight graders.
Wed., Feb. 5, 8:30-11 a.m.
- 🎤 Talks
Sandy Baird via Seven Days
at O.N.E. Community Center
The lawyer and activist leads a discussion on "A Woman's Right to Health Care in Vermont and the U.S. in 2020."
Wed., Feb. 5, 6-8 p.m.
- 🎟 Theater
Nick Jr. Live! via Seven Days
at Flynn MainStage
Join characters from "Dora the Explorer," "Blues Clues," "PAW Patrol" and other shows in this zany musical adventure that's fun for the whole family — but mostly the kids.
Wed., Feb. 5, 6 p.m.
- 🗣 Language
German Conversation Group via Seven Days
at Fletcher Free Library
Community members practice conversing auf Deutsch.
Third and First Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8 p.m.
- 🥦 Health & Fitness
Yoga4Cancer via Seven Days
at Sangha Studio — North
Meant for anyone affected by the illness, this class aims to help participants manage treatment side effects and recovery.
Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m. Continues through July 31
- 🥦 Health & Fitness
Resilience Flow via Seven Days
at Sangha Studio — Pine
Individuals affected by traumatic brain injuries engage in a gentle yoga practice.
Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Continues through July 31
- 🎟 Seminars
Vermont Women's Mentoring Program: Mentor Training via Seven Days
at Mercy Connections
Community members prepare to be matched with incarcerated and court-involved women in order to coach them in transitioning to life in Northwest Vermont and Chittenden County.
Wednesdays, 5:30-7 p.m. Continues through Feb. 26
- 🎵 Music
Old North End Neighborhood Band Teen Music Jam via Seven Days
at Boys & Girls Club (Burlington)
Be they accomplished or beginner musicians, young players find harmony in the traditional music of Burlington's past and present immigrant groups.
Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.
- 🥦 Health & Fitness
Members Pick via Seven Days
at Private residence
Open-minded individuals come together to connect with others, nature, themselves and the divine. Call for details.
Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Continues through March 18
- 🗣 Language
Beginner & Intermediate/Advanced English Language Classes via Seven Days
at Fletcher Free Library
Learners take communication to the next level.
Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m.
Most Liked #BurlingtonVT or #BTV Tweets 🐦
- @CounselorAdrian
#BTV #VT as we head into #TMDVT, let’s be clear about #Iowa. It represents a form of Instant Run-Off voting (#IRV). That’s exactly what occurred in the instance below👇🏻Look who’s complaining. Read the comments. Still think IRV is a good thing #BTVCC #VTpoli? #ThinkAgain https://t.co/qkHHn1GTa1
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02/04/2020 11:22:36
- @vtdigger
Councilors say they believe the city should reopen its investigation after VTDigger reported on new anonymous posts by Burlington Deputy Police Chief Jan Wright. #btv
https://t.co/9U1QsWrtcM
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02/05/2020 12:12:00
- @liamgriffin
Oh boy... bummed to be missing the TEUC meeting with @BTVDPW tonight. Looks like fun! #btv https://t.co/Gc53XiBKvK
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02/05/2020 00:50:32
- @sevendaysvt
The Burlington City Arts Foundation has purchased a building on Pine Street that will be used for classes and studio space. A bowling alley has been proposed for half of the building https://t.co/BwFtcsujzg #btv https://t.co/EpSvrMnZOi
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02/05/2020 00:04:02
- @jane4btv
Thank you, @infinite4mayor for your endorsement! All that you've done for the community does not go unnoticed, and I'm humbled to have your endorsement. #jane4btv #btv #btvcc #btvprogressives #vtpoli https://t.co/BkPZpwmoae
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02/04/2020 01:47:47
Dave's Corner 💭
Comedians should punch up, not down. Making fun of people who are disadvantaged is cheap and distasteful. They should work a bit harder on their material instead of going for the easy laugh.
Dave (@davekopec)
Latest Issues from SeeClickFix 👁
- Trash or Illegal Dumping
Locksmith business continues to use city resources to pick up their recycling. THERE IS NO RESIDENCE IN THE BUILDING.
Has city looked into use of upstairs apartment yet? This is the last report I make, then I will be going to p&z myself and ask why none has checked on this. A trip to public works will follow.
92 North St Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Wednesday, February 05, 2020 04:53 AM
- Greenbelt/Treebelt
Air conditioner placed on green belt? Not sure what tenants thought would happen by placing this appliance on the greenbelt? Will the squirrels bring it to their nest for use in the summer? Will gnomes think it is a lawn decoration and take for their homes? Their repeated issue of leaving recycling and garbage totes on the greenbelt has not been discussed with them. That they or the landlord have not been fined for these
r e p e a t e d offenses.
This house has been a repeat offender of leaving items on the greenbelt for YEARS. If you prefer going out to this house and taking pictures after every offense great. Why not put an end to these issues with a fine? #moneytalks
32 Brookes Ave Burlington 05401, United States
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 08:31 PM
- Parking on lawns or yards
455 North St Burlington 05401, United States
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 02:59 PM
- Street Light Out
This is David From Bluebird Barbecue. We have an electrical pole on Our Property that has a street light on it that is out. I am not sure who I need to contact to get this repaired. The pole number is 15326.
I can be reached at 802 8252023
317 Riverside Ave Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 02:59 PM
- Street Pavement Condition: Pothole
Please fill in the pothole in the right hand lane heading up the Hill near this intersection
College St & S Prospect St Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 02:59 PM
- Trash or Illegal Dumping
Someone threw about 31 gallon paint containers off the bank behind 603 Riverside.
603 Riverside Ave Burlington, VT 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 02:38 PM
- Trash or Illegal Dumping
Pieces of furniture on green belt.
312 Manhattan Dr Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 12:30 PM
- Trash or Illegal Dumping
Different types of shelving on green belt.
67 Monroe St Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 12:28 PM
- Water Cap/Valve
Missing water cap/tripping hazard.
6 Chase St Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 10:09 AM
- Trash or Illegal Dumping
Desk and mattress on greenbelt
525 S Willard St Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 10:07 AM
- Trash or Illegal Dumping
Couch dumped on greenbelt
531 S Willard St Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 10:06 AM
- Trash or Illegal Dumping
Mattress tossed out
573 S Willard St Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 10:04 AM
- Trash or Illegal Dumping
Abandoned sofa seat on Riverside Ave path at Barrett St crosswalk.
1-25 Us-2 Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 09:46 AM
- Trash or Illegal Dumping
Multiple trash bags thrown out onto the front lawn for well over a month.
153 North St Burlington, VT, 05401, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 09:15 AM
- On street parking violations
More examples of the Deli ignoring the DPW Commissions instructions and delivering before 7.
12 Henry St Burlington 05401, United States
Tuesday, February 04, 2020 06:44 AM
Random Burlingtonian Quote of the Day 📝
In the late eighteenth and the greater part of the nineteenth centuries appeared the first marked cultural shift in the attitude taken toward change. Under the names of indefinite perfectibility, progress, and evolution, the movement of things in the universe itself and of the universe as a whole began to take on a beneficent instead of hateful aspect.
—John Dewey
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