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Trial underway for man accused of shooting Palestinian students in Burlington
On Sept 14 at 8am, counsel, observers and supporters filed into the Chittenden County Superior Courthouse in downtown Burlington as trial proceedings began for Jason Eaton, who is accused of shooting three Palestinian college students. On November 25, 2023, then-20-year-old…
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Victims of Vermont shooting testify during first day of Jason Eaton trial
The three Palestinian men wounded during a 2023 shooting in Burlington took the witness stand on Monday during the first day of the trial of their alleged shooter, Jason Eaton. Eaton’s attorneys are expected to present expert testimony that Eaton was legally insane at the time of…
“Bean Voyage” for now: beloved Burlington venue Radio Bean announces closure after 26 years
The owner of beloved Burlington music venue Radio Bean, Lee Anderson, took to the venue’s Instagram on Wednesday, Sept. 2 to announce the end of “The Bean,” at least for now. “Radio Bean has always been much more than a business to me and I know it has to many of you as well.…
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UVM doesn’t care about your financial struggles
In my struggle to pay for college, I’ve grown accustomed to UVM’s inaccessible financial structures and disinterested staff. UVM, like most universities, uses the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to evaluate all potential financial aid, which doesn’t offer a full picture…
South Burlington City Council Approves Updates to Ordinances Addressing Community Health and Safety
On September 8, 2026, the South Burlington City Council approved updates to City Ordinances that give the City tools to address quality-of-life concerns, improve community health and safety, and increase access to services.
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Dr. Marlene Tromp holds State of the University event
“What is the state of the university? Vermont!” President Marlene Tromp kicked off UVM’s first “State of UVM” event on August 25 by delivering remarks to 700 attendees. Regarding financial aid, beginning in fall 2027, the UVM Promise program threshold is expanding, allowing for…
