Columns
One Tough Old Tree: A Lesson for Us as We Age
A Burlington backyard maple has survived ice storms, lightning, and bacterial black ice. A 30-year friendship story about resilience and nature.
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Comics
just barely March 20: Ordinaryish Friendship
Local Government
At Burlington's First Economic Development Summit, a Message for Town Leaders: Look Ahead, Not Back
Burlington's commercial real estate landscape is shifting. Here's what top industry leaders said at the town's first-ever Economic Development Summit.
Schools
Burlington School Climate Survey Reveals Strong Connections Amid Gaps in Parent Involvement and Student Engagement
Burlington's school climate survey shows strong scores in safety and teaching — but parent involvement and middle school engagement remain persistent challenges.
Local Government
PODCAST: Meet the Four Candidates for Burlington School Committee
Four candidates are running for two seats for School Committee in this year's town election. We sat down to get a feel for who each candidate is and what they'd bring to the role.
Buzz Magazine: Spring 2026
Your Perfect Spring Day in Burlington
From sunrise at Simonds Park to live music after dark — everything you need for a perfect spring day without leaving your zip code.
Buzz Magazine: Spring 2026
Storefront Shifts: Winter Closings, Spring Openings, and a New Perspective
Winter changes signal continued momentum in Burlington’s business community.
Buzz Magazine: Spring 2026
Big Night: The Annual Migration That Unfolds Quietly Under Cover of Darkness
One spring night, when the weather is just right, salamanders and wood frogs make their big move. Learn about Big Night and why it is essential to our ecosystem.
Buzz Magazine: Spring 2026
Dancing Days Are Here Again: Two Favorites Return to Burlington's Social Calendar
Spring means Prom Season — and Burlington delivers a night to remember for more than just BHS juniors and seniors.
Buzz Magazine: Spring 2026
Chef's Corner: Mastering Béchamel — and the Fettuccine Alfredo It Makes Possible
Chef James breaks down one of French cuisine's five mother sauces — and shows you exactly what to make with it tonight.
Buzz Magazine: Spring 2026
The Pocket-Sized Artifact That Connects Burlington to Centuries of Presidential History
by Peter Coppola, Burlington Historical Commission A few years ago, a small block of wood measuring just 4” x 2.25” x 2.25” sold at auction for $2,400. Why would someone pay more than two thousand dollars for something small enough to fit in a pocket? Because that
Buzz Magazine: Spring 2026
Helping Businesses Find Their Way in Burlington
Burlington is quietly reshaping how it does business — from zoning overhauls to developer-friendly guides. Here's how town leaders are envisioning a more accessible, walkable future.