Vermont Public Radio News

Jane Brody Encourages End Of Life Planning

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 08:01:23 -0400

Let's face it, aging and death are not conversation topics people really look forward to, but Jane Brody says it's crucial to talk about the inevitable before it occurs.

Newscast: Monday, April 15, 2013, 7:34 a.m.

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:34:39 -0400

Newscast: Monday, April 15, 2013, 7:34 a.m.

WhistlePig Case Challenges Definition Of Farm

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:34:00 -0400

What makes a farm a farm? That's a question the state's Environmental Court will have to sort out as it considers WhistlePig whiskey, a company that wants to make whiskey from rye that it grows itself.

Judge Orders Man To Make Bear Film

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 06:06:50 -0400

A Barnet man who pleaded no contest to hunting violations after he videotaped himself and others committing the infractions has been ordered to produce a movie about bears as part of his punishment.

Volunteer-Run Ski Area Has Good Year

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 06:06:29 -0400

After a dismal season last year, a Brattleboro ski area run by volunteers has bounced back with thousands of visits and much-needed revenue to help with repairs.

Two Charged With Assault During Drug Deal

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 06:06:27 -0400

Two people are in jail on charges they attacked a 63-year-old woman in her home during a drug deal.

House Set To Pass Decriminalization Bill

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 06:06:27 -0400

The Vermont House is expected to give final approval to a bill that would remove criminal penalties for possession of up to an ounce of marijuana - and a key member of the Senate says that chamber is likely to follow suit.

Six Firms Lauded For Workplace Safety

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 06:06:12 -0400

The Governor's Award for Outstanding Workplace Safety - the highest such award in the state - goes annually to recipients in six categories.

House Committee To Hold Hearing On Stun Guns

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 06:06:01 -0400

The House Government Operations Committee will hold a hearing Wednesday from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. at the Statehouse in Montpelier.

Analysis: Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Moving Forward

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 09:35:00 -0400

A bill that would decriminalize small amounts of marijuana is expected to come up for a final vote in the House next week before moving to the Senate. VPR's Bob Kinzel talks with Peter Biello about the argument the bill's opponents are making.

Newscast: Saturday, April 13, 2013, 8:35 a.m.

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 08:35:00 -0400

Newscast: Saturday, April 13, 2013, 8:35 a.m.

New Technology Extends Cell Coverage To Rural Areas

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 08:34:00 -0400

Vermont officials say some hard-to-reach parts of the state will soon have cell phone coverage thanks to the successful test of a new system.

House Committee Endorses Idling Ban

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:50:00 -0400

Vermont is the last state in New England without a law that prohibits excessive car and truck idling. But legislation recommended by a House committee on Friday could soon mean fines for Vermont motorists who leave their cars running for more than five minutes.

Senate Supports Campaign Bill With Ban On Corporate Donations

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:50:00 -0400

The Vermont Senate has advanced a bill that bans corporate and union contributions to state political candidates. The campaign finance legislation also strengthens reporting requirements and doubles public funding for those running for governor and lieutenant governor.

Newscast: Friday, April 12, 2013, 5:49 a.m.

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:49:00 -0400

Newscast: Friday, April 12, 2013, 5:49 a.m.

Social Justice Series Explores The Death Penalty With "Dead Man Walking"

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:50:00 -0400

St. Michael's College has developed a three-part, campus-wide Theater and Social Justice series focusing on the death penalty which culminates in a theatrical presentation of "Dead Man Walking".

House Votes 98-44 to Decriminalize Marijuana

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:47:20 -0400

Supporters of decriminalizing - or even legalizing - the possession of small amounts of marijuana have cleared a major hurdle. The Vermont House voted 98-to-44 on Friday to make it a civil offense - instead of a crime - to possess one ounce or less of pot.

Congolese Man Teaches Dance And Music Of His Native Culture

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:50:00 -0400

The Vermont Folklife Center's Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program has been focused on helping Vermont's immigrant communities preserve the traditions of their home countries. For one Congolese man, that's meant teaching young people the dance and music of their native culture

Interview: Leahy Optimistic About Gun Legislation

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:45:00 -0400

On Thursday, the U.S. Senate voted to open debate on gun control legislation. One person at the center of this discussion is Vermont Senator Patrick Leahy, who chairs the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Regional Report: Bio-Methane Plant Proposed In Salisbury

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:50:34 -0400

A natural gas pipeline in Addison County is attracting attention of property owners along the proposed route. And it's not Vermont Gas's proposal to extend its pipeline south to Middlebury. A Montpelier-based company wants to build a bio-methane gas production facility at a farm in Salisbury and then build a pipeline to send that gas to Middlebury College.