Schools
Burlington Ahead of the Curve as New State Literacy Law Takes Effect
Massachusetts now requires what Burlington already does. What parents should know about the new early literacy law and the district's head start.
Nicci Kadilak
Nicci is a Burlington resident and parent with a background in education and creative writing. For more from Nicci, visit her personal newsletter at Nicci’s Notes.
Schools
Burlington School Committee Votes 5-0 to Delay Health and PE Standards Until January 2027
Burlington's School Committee voted 5-0 to delay updated health and PE standards until a complete framework, including sexual health topics, is ready in 2027.
Community
New Restaurants, Extended Theater Hours, and a Game Show Arena: Burlington's Summer Business Boom
Kyuramen, Sunflower Organic Pizza, Waffle & Bagel, and Game Show Battle Rooms are among the newest additions to Burlington's business scene.
Community
Select Board Outlines a Year of Behind-the-Scenes Efforts to Address ICE Facility Concerns
A year of court filings, AG coordination, and congressional briefings — and still no access to the building. Here's where things stand.
Community
Burlington's Middle School Robotics Team Takes Their Case for Archaeology to Canada Cup
Burlington's Accidental Archaeologists head to Canada Cup, an international FLL invitational, after a season exploring why archaeology funding matters.
Community
Eversource Begins Process for New Winn Street Substation as Burlington's Power Demand Maxes Out the Grid
Two of the Burlington area's three substations are running at full capacity. Eversource's fix involves a new station on Winn Street — and wants your input June 24.
Community
Gone But Not Forgotten: New Mural Brings a Touch of Nostalgia to Burlington Crossroads
A new Burlington Crossroads mural pays tribute to a restaurant that closed in 1996 but still lives in the town's collective memory.
Community
Neighbors in Arms: Burlington and the Revolution
From the first alarm at Lexington and Concord to service in the Continental Army, the story of Burlington’s militia traces the opening years of the American Revolution.
Community
Making a Place for Connection
The Economic Development Office continues the work of connecting the people who live, work, and play in Burlington around shared interests.
Community
More Than Just Putting Out Fires
Burlington’s new fire chief shares about the unseen work behind the department and the efforts to recruit the next generation of first responders.
Community
Burlington’s Class of What’s Next
A scholarship, an orchestra, and a travel award: Three Burlington residents are being celebrated for following their passions.
Community
Leo's Pride: Joy is the Point
Leo Abramov imagined a place where Burlington's LGBTQ+ community could gather, be seen, and feel welcomed. The neighbors he brought together are making sure that vision endures.