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Lyndonville’s Road to Recovery | Montpelier News

Lyndonville’s flood recovery hits a major milestone as crews finally tackle the permanent replacement of Red Village Road’s washed-out bridges—after two years of temporary fixes and months of road closures that’ve added 5 to 10 miles to daily commutes. With a $5 million project underway and over $17 million in total damage, residents are feeling the strain, especially those who’ve cut back on trips due to the hassle. While FEMA and state funds cover most costs, the town still juggles loans. The good news? Both bridges and the road are expected to reopen by mid-November—marking a hard-won step toward healing after a devastating flood. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7e044f2a2ce956a5

When Washington Diverts Power to Local Action | Montpelier News

When Washington’s noise drowns out local action, it’s not just distraction—it’s strategy. Authoritarians weaponize national chaos to make us feel powerless, convincing us our community efforts don’t matter. But elections are fought locally, by people we can hold accountable. With federal moves to undermine voting access and sow doubt, the real power lies in showing up—especially on August 11th—to reclaim control over our own democracy. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/21f8851a70365dbb

School in Crisis Awaits State Approval | Montpelier News

Woodstock Union Middle and High School is in crisis as aging infrastructure—burst pipes, a failing boiler, and a crumbling gym ceiling—threatens student safety, while a $112 million bond approved by voters sits idle. The school can’t proceed without preliminary approval from the Vermont Agency of Education, which insists it must finalize new construction aid rules by March 2028 before approving any projects. The standoff pits school officials, who see this as an emergency, against the agency, which insists prior approvals are invalid and won’t guarantee funding. With students’ safety at risk and state aid uncertain, the community is caught in a bureaucratic deadlock they can’t afford to wait through. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8e93baa3168f0468

Burlington Woman Arrested for Attack | Montpelier News

Burlington police arrested 32-year-old Brittnie Beauchain after surveillance footage captured her allegedly brutally attacking a homeless woman on Church Street—punching, kicking, spraying mace, and stealing her purse—prompting her arrest without bail as authorities move to hold her accountable for the violent assault. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1dd44caf81f39a0b

National Blood Crisis Hits Summer | Montpelier News

The American Red Cross is sounding the alarm: the nation is in a critical blood shortage, with inventory at its lowest summer level in four years. Demand is surging due to wildfires, heatwaves, and illness, while donations have dipped since Memorial Day. Lifesaving donor heroes like Sandy Read, who’s been giving since 2009, are stepping up — and they’re urging others to join them. The Red Cross is offering incentives: movie tickets for donations by July 31, and $20 Amazon gift cards from August 1 onward. If you can, give blood — your next donation could save a life. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fa6ca346bfcbe8f6