Burlington Free Press

The Burlington Free Press, often called "BFP" or "the Free Press," is a news organization that provides both digital and print content. Located in Burlington, Vermont, it is owned by Gannett and serves as one of the official "newspapers of record" for the state of Vermont.

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Mike Smith will review UVM Health Network decisions for the Green Mountain Care Board

1 week ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Dan D'Ambrosio

Mike Smith, former Agency of Human Services Secretary, appointed as independent liaison to UVM Health Network. Smith will review UVMHN budget and management decisions, including fund allocation to New York hospitals. The appointment is part of a settlement between the Green Mountain Care Board and UVM Medical Center to resolve a budget dispute. Smith's role includes leading a workgroup overseeing independent evaluations and reforms of UVMHN operations.
Operation Clean Sweep: How to avoid getting your car towed next week in Burlington

1 week ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Megan Stewart

Burlington, Vermont's annual Operation Clean Sweep begins April 23, requiring residents to move parked cars to avoid towing. Street sweeping occurs by zone between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m., with Zone F having different hours, and free parking is available in designated garages. The initiative aims to protect Lake Champlain and residents by preventing pollution and flooding. Burlington street parkers, beware.
After decades of work, wild lake trout are back and self-sustaining in Lake Champlain

1 week ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Dan D'Ambrosio

Lake trout populations in Lake Champlain are now self-sustaining, eliminating the need for stocking. This success follows a decades-long program to control sea lamprey, a parasitic fish harming lake trout. The cooperative effort between New York, Vermont, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service began in 1972. The restored lake trout population supports a recreational fishery contributing significantly to the regional economy.
VT Lottery Mega Millions, Gimme 5 results for April 15, 2025

1 week ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Caitlyn Kelleher

The Vermont Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big. Those who want to play can enter the MegaBucks and Lucky for Life games as well as the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. Vermont also partners with New Hampshire and Maine for the Tri-State Lottery, which includes the Mega Bucks, Gimme 5 as well as the Pick 3 and Pick 4. Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule.
VT Lottery Lucky For Life, Pick 3 results for April 13, 2025

1 week ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Caitlyn Kelleher

The Vermont Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big. Those who want to play can enter the MegaBucks and Lucky for Life games as well as the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. Vermont also partners with New Hampshire and Maine for the Tri-State Lottery, which includes the Mega Bucks, Gimme 5 as well as the Pick 3 and Pick 4. Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule.
Sen. Welch leads effort to repeal Trump tariffs with support of key Republican senator

1 week ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Dan D'Ambrosio

Sen. Peter Welch (D-VT) is leading a bipartisan effort to end Trump's tariffs. The senators argue that tariffs are taxes, and the power to tax belongs to Congress, not the president. The proposed resolution would terminate the emergency declaration used to justify the tariffs. A Senate vote on the measure is expected later this month. Sen.
VT Lottery Gimme 5, Lucky For Life results for April 10, 2025

1 week ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Caitlyn Kelleher

Caitlyn KelleherThe Vermont Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big. Those who want to play can enter the MegaBucks and Lucky for Life games as well as the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. Vermont also partners with New Hampshire and Maine for the Tri-State Lottery, which includes the Mega Bucks, Gimme 5 as well as the Pick 3 and Pick 4. Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule.
Invasive zebra mussels are threatening native species on the VT side of Lake Memphremagog

1 week ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Dan D'Ambrosio

Zebra mussels, an invasive species, have been confirmed in Lake Memphremagog on the U.S. side, posing environmental and economic threats. The mussels were first detected on the Canadian side of the lake in 2018 and have now spread to the U.S.Vermont officials urge boaters and others to follow the "Clean, Drain, Dry" initiative to prevent further spread of the invasive species. Zebra mussels can outcompete native species and disrupt the ecosystem.
NJ teen wins a full scholarship to UVM with his recyclable underwear business plan

2 weeks ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Dan D'Ambrosio

New Jersey high school senior Matthew McPherson won a full-tuition scholarship to the University of Vermont. McPherson's winning business plan, Boxer Breeze, focuses on creating eco-friendly underwear using sustainable materials and a closed-loop recycling system. The Vermont Pitch Challenge, a "Shark Tank-like" competition, drew over 140 applications from 15 countries and 28 states.
USA TODAY Network introduces new and free style guide: How Vermonters can use it

2 weeks ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Caitlyn Kelleher

To our readers,We are thrilled to announce the launch of the USA TODAY Network Style Guide, a crucial tool that embodies our unwavering commitment to clarity, accuracy, consistency and transparency in journalism. This guide is not only a valuable resource for journalists but also a free tool for our community, including students, teachers, bloggers and anyone with a passion for writing.