Milton Independent

The Milton Independent is a community newspaper that publishes weekly for the residents of Milton and Georgia, Vermont. Established in February 1993 by Lynn Delaney, a longtime journalist and Milton resident, the paper has deep roots in the local community. After beginning her career at NBC in New York, Delaney moved to Milton, where she contributed to Milton Matters, a volunteer-written monthly newsletter. However, when local officials wanted to approve articles before they were published—essentially censoring content—Delaney chose to leave. This decision caught the attention of Emerson Lynn, the Editor and Publisher of the St. Albans Messenger, who supported Delaney in launching her own publication. Today, the Milton Independent continues to be owned and printed by the St. Albans Messenger.

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‘We want to make this the center’ Georgia Market’s new owners stock local products and community strength

1 week ago | miltonindependent.com | Aidan Schonbrun

GEORGIA – As the new owner of Georgia Market, Zev Werts has big plans to double down on the grocery store’s status as a staple in the community. The community market at 962 Ethan Allen Hwy will stock more local products, connect shoppers with producers and increase its renewable energy efforts. “Yes, it’s a grocery store, but it’s a center of Georgia,” Werts said. “It’s really where everything happens.
‘Working hard to try to get them here’: Other municipalities in touch with Amazon about siting its first Vermont-based facility

3 weeks ago | miltonindependent.com | Ella Ruehsen

MILTON — After clashing with residents about a proposed distribution center in Essex Town, Amazon is now having conversations with other municipalities. Milton Selectboard Chair Darren Adams confirmed at a recent public meeting that Milton officials had been in contact with Amazon about possible preliminary plans to relocate the build site to their municipality.
Milton Independent launches new free email newsletter; Sign up today!

1 month ago | miltonindependent.com | Bridget Higdon

Is once a month not enough? The Milton Independent has launched a revamped email newsletter, delivered to inboxes at 6 a.m. every Friday. The update includes a more user-friendly interface, packed with information. Browse a curated selection of the week’s biggest headlines every Friday in a quick, easy digital experience. “We wanted to create something that makes it effortless for people to stay connected to their community,” reporter Shannon Gunderson said.
Milton High School winter athletes recognized with awards

1 month ago | miltonindependent.com | Ian Magnant

Congratulations to the following Milton High School winter athletes! Girls Basketball Lake Division Awards: Coach of the year - Liz Bushey Player of the year - Marlie Bushey 1st Team All Star Selection - Marlie Bushey and Evelyn Bushey All Star Selection Honorable Mention - Kendalyn Mason Boys Hockey All League Division II Awards: Player of the year - Noah Keeler All Star Selection Honorable Mention - Ryan Philbrook 39th Vermont Rotary All Star Boys’ Hockey Team: Luke Bushey Logan Grimes 39th...
Fidium Fiber brings high-speed internet to Milton | Local News | miltonindependent.com

2 months ago | miltonindependent.com

Construction is underway to bring Fidium Fiber’s high-speed internet to Milton, promising multi-gig speeds and improved connectivity for thousands of homes and businesses. But what exactly is fiber broadband, and how does it work?
‘Paving paradise’: Amazon aims to build first-ever Vermont facility in Essex, neighbors at public meeting vehemently oppose

2 months ago | miltonindependent.com | Ella Ruehsen

ESSEX TOWN — Amazon, the infamous multibillion dollar megacorporation, is in the midst of an application process for what would become its first-ever facility in Vermont. Their proposal? To land the distribution facility, exceeding 100,000 units of square footage, in the Town of Essex. The project has yet to obtain an official go-ahead, as the company and its engineering firm is in its site application phase currently.
60+ PHOTOS: Yellow Jackets cruise to win over Springfield; Marlie Bushey leads Milton with 21 points

Mar 5, 2025 | miltonindependent.com | Ian Magnant

MILTON — The No. 6 Milton Yellow Jackets girls basketball team hosted to the No. 11 Springfield Cosmos in a Division II playoff showdown on Tuesday, March 4. After a tight first quarter, the Yellow Jackets offense, led by junior forward Marlie Bushey, found its rhythm rolling to a 53-35 victory. It was a low scoring opening quarter as both teams demonstrated solid defense and worked to find their footing on offense.
Milton Independent website gets redesign; share your feeback!

Feb 26, 2025 | miltonindependent.com | Bridget Higdon

MILTON — The Milton Independent's website, www.miltonindependent.com, got a redesign on Monday. The new site is more organized, visually-appealing and user-friendly. It draws focus to our most recent news and reporting and provides better access to the topics you care most about — local events, government, business and education. A new audio feature also lets you listen to any of our articles while you are on the go.
Athlete of the Month: Marlie Bushey leads Yellow Jackets on and off the court

Feb 23, 2025 | miltonindependent.com | Ian Magnant

Junior forward Marlie Bushey is a powerful force in the post for the Yellow Jackets averaging 16 points and 11 boards per game this season. Q: What three things do you feel have contributed to your success this season? A: The first thing is the time I put in during the off-season. I play AAU for Blueprint located in Burlington, and I play year round with some of the best players in Vermont. The second thing is my coaches.
Athlete of the Month: Keagan Fitzgerald helps lead powerful basketball offense

Feb 22, 2025 | miltonindependent.com | Ian Magnant

Keagan Fitzgerald is a powerful force on the perimeter for the Yellow Jackets and has played an integral role in their success so far this season. Q: What three things do you feel have contributed to your success this season? A: There are many things that contributed to my individual success, but the main three are: the work I put in, my friends and my teammates.