Vermont and New York Rank #1 Nationwide for School Nutrition

Vermont and New York rank among the top states nationwide for nutritional access in schools, according to the 2026 State of School Lunch Report. The report evaluates state programs based on meal options, free meal policies, and partnerships with local businesses to supply food. Vermont Claims Top Spot Through Act 64 Universal Free Meals Vermont … Read more

Vermont Bear Encounters on the Rise in Stowe

According to the Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife, human-bear conflicts in ski towns like Stowe and Killington have escalated significantly amid a surging black bear population that reached an estimated 7,500 to 8,900 animals. Rising interactions—ranging from home break-ins to vehicle entries—have pushed local communities to a fever pitch, forcing law enforcement, municipal officials, … Read more