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Vermont Prosecutor Eva Vekos Faces Immediate License Suspension

Vermont's disciplinary counsel seeks immediate suspension of Addison County prosecutor Eva Vekos over a DUI conviction and alleged professional misconduct.

Amara Okafor · Mar 21

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Vermont EV Mileage Fee: What Drivers Need to Know

Vermont lawmakers are advancing a 1.4 cents-per-mile fee for EV drivers, estimated to cost the average driver about $154 annually to fund road repairs.

Noah Sullivan · Mar 21

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Vermont Panel Pushes to Renegotiate $21.5M Abraxas Contract

Vermont's House Human Services Committee urges renegotiation of a $21.5M contract with Abraxas Youth Services amid abuse allegations in Pennsylvania.

Amara Okafor · Mar 21

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Rodolphe 'Rod' James Vallee, 88, Dies in Georgia, Vermont

Rod Vallee, a beloved Franklin County businessman and conservationist who built the Maplefields brand, died peacefully at home on March 12, 2026.

Sofia Martinez · Mar 20

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Vermont Town Meeting Turnout vs November Elections

Vermont leads the nation in November voter turnout at 71%, yet town meeting participation rarely tops 20%. John Bossange asks why locals skip local votes.

Diego Bello · Mar 20