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Vermont Issues Statewide Ban on Debris Burning

No Burning Permits Shall Be Issued

Montpelier, Vt. – The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation (FPR) has issued an order for all Town Forest Fire Wardens to cease issuing burning permits from noon on September 22, 2025, until this order is revoked. This order may be revoked on a statewide basis or on a county-by-county basis, depending upon the fire danger and weather conditions.

Abnormally dry summer conditions have persisted throughout Vermont and the Northeast. The US Drought Monitor reports 78% of Vermont is experiencing severe drought. Neighboring states are also in similar drought conditions, with 73% of New Hampshire experiencing severe drought, 23% of which is in extreme drought.

WNESU School Board vacancy

Emergency Management Director
The Town of Westminster has an opening for an Emergency Management Director. The EMD is appointed by the Selectboard and manages the local emergency management organization, creates and maintains the Local Emergency Management Plan (LEMP), and facilitates meetings with local stakeholders. Currently unfunded, a modest stipend will be available for FY2026. Applications should be returned to the Town Manager either by mail at: PO Box 147, Westminster, VT 05158 or by email: manager@westminstervt.org. Click here for the job application. Click here for the job description.

Vermont Parks Forever

Park Access Fund – 2025 Pilot Program
Providing Free Day Use Entry to State Parks for Eligible Vermonters.
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