Nathaniel Wilson

Burlington

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Essex postpones Amazon decision again while public opposition continues

4 weeks ago | vermontpublic.org | Nathaniel Wilson

Members of the Essex Development Review Board on Thursday did not decide whether to approve plans for a proposed Amazon distribution center in town. Dozens of people showed up in person at Essex High School and online for the meeting, with a great majority voicing their concerns over the proposed facility, citing increased traffic, negative environmental impact and working conditions.
Wanderstop designer Steven Margolin on video games and life in Burlington

1 month ago | vermontpublic.org | Nathaniel Wilson

You may not know it, but little parts of Burlington showed up in a recently released and highly reviewed video game. Back in March, independent development studio Ivy Road released its first-ever game. Wanderstop is a narrative-centric cozy game about change and tea. Gamers play as Alta, a fallen fighter who trades in their sword for a kettle as they manage a magical tea shop. Wanderstop is a cozy game. If you don’t know what that is, you’re not alone.
Vermont priest in Rome for pope's death reflects on Francis' life and legacy

1 month ago | vermontpublic.org | Jenn Jarecki |Nathaniel Wilson

April 21 was a momentous day for the Rev. Brian Cummings, S.S.E. The Saint Michael’s College campus minister and alum was starting his last full day on sabbatical in Rome when he learned that Pope Francis had died. He was in disbelief, having celebrated Easter Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica with the first pope from the Americas just the day before.
Goat snuggles help counter anxiety, isolation at this Shelburne farm

Mar 28, 2025 | nhpr.org | Jenn Jarecki |Joey Palumbo |Nathaniel Wilson

There’s a lot going on these days, and studies suggest staying plugged into all of it is partially why more and more Americans are reporting increased anxiety. But what if your arms were wrapped around a fuzzy goat instead of your scrolling device of choice? Research consistently affirms that interacting with animals can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and abate loneliness. Vermont Public’s Jenn Jarecki visited New Village Farm in Shelburne to learn about their goat snuggling program.
Goat snuggles help counter anxiety, isolation at this Shelburne farm

Mar 28, 2025 | vermontpublic.org | Jenn Jarecki |Joey Palumbo |Nathaniel Wilson

There’s a lot going on these days, and studies suggest staying plugged into all of it is partially why more and more Americans are reporting increased anxiety. But what if your arms were wrapped around a fuzzy goat instead of your scrolling device of choice? Research consistently affirms that interacting with animals can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and abate loneliness. Vermont Public’s Jenn Jarecki visited New Village Farm in Shelburne to learn about their goat snuggling program.
Vermont's golden age of soccer is here, says new Vermont Green FC head coach

Feb 11, 2025 | vermontpublic.org | Nathaniel Wilson

The Vermont Green Football Club on Tuesday announced that Chris Taylor has been promoted to head coach ahead of the Burlington-based team's 2025 USL League Two season. Taylor — a native of Liverpool, England, and the current head coach of SUNY Plattsburgh's men's soccer team — has served as an assistant coach with the Green since their inaugural season in 2022. Taylor spoke with Vermont Public's Nathaniel Wilson about his excitement for the future and Vermont's new golden age of soccer.
'The Quietest Year' film explores the impacts of noise pollution across Vermont

Feb 6, 2025 | vermontpublic.org | Nathaniel Wilson

At what point does a noisy neighbor or the delivery trucks rolling through your town become less of an annoyance and more of a serious source of distress? That’s one of the questions posed by The Quietest Year, a documentary that begins as one person’s journey to curb local noise pollution, but evolves into larger-scale discussions about the negative effects it can have on public health and the environment.
A new state task force is trying to 'get ahead of' fast-moving Trump actions

Feb 3, 2025 | vermontpublic.org | Nathaniel Wilson |Jenn Jarecki

In his first two weeks back in office, President Donald Trump issued executive orders at a blistering pace. Already, his administration is reshaping how the government approaches wide-ranging issues like federal spending, immigration, gender and climate, among other things. Local officials are figuring out how to respond to many of those seismic shifts, including State Treasurer Mike Pieciak.
Vermont cannabis retailer's lawsuit argues advertising regulations violate free speech

Jan 24, 2025 | nhpr.org | Bob Kinzel |Nathaniel Wilson |Jenn Jarecki

Early next week, a Vermont judge will consider a legal motion that could have a tremendous impact on the state's retail cannabis industry. The case involves regulations for how stores can advertise their products, which the plaintiffs argue violate free speech protections in the Vermont Constitution. A retail store in Middlebury, FLŌRACannabis, filed the lawsuit, and a number of other cannabis businesses have joined. How did the state’s cannabis advertising regulations become what they are now?
Vermont cannabis retailer's lawsuit argues advertising regulations violate free speech

Jan 24, 2025 | vermontpublic.org | Bob Kinzel |Nathaniel Wilson |Jenn Jarecki

Early next week, a Vermont judge will consider a legal motion that could have a tremendous impact on the state's retail cannabis industry. The case involves regulations for how stores can advertise their products, which the plaintiffs argue violate free speech protections in the Vermont Constitution. A retail store in Middlebury, FLŌRACannabis, filed the lawsuit, and a number of other cannabis businesses have joined. How did the state’s cannabis advertising regulations become what they are now?