Protesters gather in Burlington, march to police department
By Becca Amen | June 8, 2020Protestors called for accountability in cases of Vermont police officers abusing their power and using disproportionate force against Black people.
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Community gathers at vigil for George Floyd’s death
By Jake Gaughan | June 2, 2020As thousands around the world protested this weekend against the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer, the town of Middlebury joined in a collective vigil for Floyd’s life. Roughly 375 people congregated — while maintaining social distance and wearing masks — on and around ...
Vermont State Police condemn police brutality in death of George Floyd
By Nora Peachin | May 30, 2020As 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, 2020A 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, 2020After 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 ...
Charter House continues a modified shelter program with state oversight
By Michael Frank | May 7, 2020Although 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 pandemic. ...
Considerations from the (figurative) capital: Legislating amidst the Covid-19 crisis
By Kaitlyn Girouard | May 7, 2020Vermont 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 ...
Three Vermont state colleges face uncertain futures
By Jack Summersby | April 30, 2020Increased 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, 2020The 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, 2020Currently, 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, 2020The 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, 2020Middlebury-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, 2020The 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, 2020An 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.
Food retailers continue on amidst Covid-19 health risks
By Charlotte Crutchlow | April 9, 2020"Each one of my associates is a hero and they battle an invisible enemy each and every day," said Hannaford Store Manager Tom Seigle.
Nonprofits house homeless in Middlebury hotels; dining service delivers meals
By Hattie Lefavour | April 9, 2020The ubiquitous pressure to stay home to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus begs the question: what if you don’t have a home to stay in?
The community relies on organizations like Open Door Clinic and Charter House. How has Covid-19 affected their practices?
By Michael Frank | April 2, 2020Community-based organizations, tasked with helping the county’s least-privileged residents, are now more necessary than ever. As the town of Middlebury begins to see more cases of the novel coronavirus, local aid organizations like the Open Door Clinic (ODC) and Middlebury’s Charter House are bracing ...
Q & A with Senator Ruth Hardy (D-Addison District) on Covid-19
By Florence Wu | April 2, 2020Covid-19 has dramatically changed the landscape of life in Addison County and across the state of Vermont in the past few weeks. Middlebury College suspended in-person classes on March 10, and local businesses have been floundering following a March 24 state-issued “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order. ...
Middlebury business affected by Covid-19: What you need to know
By Benjy Renton and Benjamin Glass | April 2, 2020The Campus has been keeping track of restaurants and retail outlets in the town of Middlebury during Covid-19. Check below to see the status of town businesses.
Town businesses lay-off staff, offer curbside service following state-wide Stay Home order
By Lucy Townend | April 2, 2020Middlebury businesses are facing increasing hardship after Governor Phil Scott issued a “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order for the state of Vermont on Tuesday, March 24. Issued as an amendment to the state of emergency declared on March 13, the order prohibits the in-person operation of non-essential ...