Vermont State Police condemn police brutality in death of George Floyd
By Nora Peachin
May 30, 2020
As VSP expressed condolences to those touched by the death of George Floyd, it reiterated its commitment to "fair and impartial policing" and is in the process of reviewing its own training protocols regarding the use of force.
Vermonters show trust in state’s response, support extended social distancing, poll shows
By BENJY RENTON
May 14, 2020
A vast majority of Vermonters show a desire to delay the reopening of the state’s economy and continue social distancing restrictions, even as 26% surveyed have been laid off or lost a job, according to new polling data from a nationwide survey.
Hope in Middlebury for derailed construction project
By LUCY TOWNEND
May 14, 2020
After a period of indefinite delays due to the pandemic, the Middlebury Bridge and Rail Project has received approval from the state to restart on Monday, May 11. The project was first shut down on March 25, when the governor halted all nonessential construction projects across the state of Vermont as part of his “Stay...
Charter House continues a modified shelter program with state oversight
May 7, 2020
Although disasters such as the Covid-19 pandemic are often regarded as “great equalizers,” the homeless population of the U.S. has experienced a disproportionate impact. Local infrastructures, such as shelter programs, have become crucial for these populations to survive the tremors of the pande...
Considerations from the (figurative) capital: Legislating amidst the Covid-19 crisis
May 7, 2020
Vermont lawmakers have experienced a drastic change in their work since the Covid-19 outbreak began, and are now passing legislation remotely from their homes instead of in Montpelier. The Campus spoke with Vermont State Senator Ruth Hardy (D-Addison) about how the legislative session is continuing and what legislation has been pas...
Three Vermont state colleges face uncertain futures
April 30, 2020
Increased financial stress has put the future of three public Vermont colleges in question.
With lack of storage and low demand, dairy farms resort to milk dumping
By ANNA WOOD
April 30, 2020
The state’s already struggling dairy industry has been destroying its sitting supply of milk in a reluctant response to Covid-19 economic realities.
Middlebury alumnus starts fundraiser for local business
By BECCA AMEN
April 30, 2020
Currently, the alumnus, Nicholas Milazzo '18.5, plans to allocate the money raised among five locally owned businesses.
Covid-19 outbreak exacerbates difficulties with Census 2020
By ARIADNE WILL
April 16, 2020
The 2020 decennial census risks miscounts as a result of Covid-19.
Vermont Coffee Company raises $142,000 for homeless shelters and food shelves
By HAEUN PARK
April 16, 2020
Middlebury-based Vermont Coffee Company successfully completed its campaign to match funds raised by local nonprofits, resulting in $142,000 given to local homeless shelters and food shelves impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
Middlebury Bridge and Rail construction delayed temporarily
By LUCY TOWNEND
April 16, 2020
The Middlebury Bridge and Rail Project was delayed on March 25 by Governor Scott's Stay Safe, Stay Home order.
Vermont Department of Corrections reduces prison population in response to Covid-19 outbreak; first inmate tests positive
By MAREN WALSH
April 9, 2020
An inmate at the Northwest State Correctional Facility in Swanton tested positive for the virus, the DOC announced Wednesday morning. He's the first inmate in the Vermont prison system to test positive.
