Milton Independent

12/14/2025

Check out this cute one-level home in Milton that's perfect for downsizing or a small family.

Home tour of the week is sponsored by Flex Realty.

12/12/2025

Holiday events abound in this week's list of things to do in the Milton area!

Submit your event to this calendar by emailing details to [email protected]

12/11/2025

Board members emphasized the proposal is still being refined and will likely shift as departments complete another round of targeted reductions ahead of meetings later this month.

Milton officials narrow down the proposed fiscal year 2027 municipal budget, reducing the increase to 5.1%. Final adjustments are underway.

12/10/2025

Now entering the program’s 50th season, the fundraiser remains one of MYHA’s most relied-upon efforts to lower the cost of participation for families. Trees are once again priced at $65.

The Milton Youth Hockey Association's annual Christmas tree sale is back, helping keep local hockey affordable for families.

12/10/2025

The Vermont Motorsports Hall of Fame inducted its inaugural class Saturday, honoring nine trailblazing figures in the state’s racing history during a sold-out ceremony at Vermont SportsCar in Milton.

The Vermont Motorsports Hall of Fame honors nine trailblazing figures in the state's racing history during its inaugural induction ceremony.

12/10/2025

Buy 2 ads, get 1 FREE! This January, our papers will look back on the best of 2025 and the year's most memorable stories, photos and events. Be part of the celebration! Email [email protected] to learn more.

12/09/2025

Milton residents: Your voice matters.
The school district will outline four FY27 budget scenarios on Dec. 18, showing how reductions could impact programs, staffing and tax rates.
Here’s what you need to know 👇

Milton Town School District faces challenging budget season as Vermont's education fund gap leads to potential tax increases and cuts.

12/09/2025

Every year, Essex Junction resident Evan Ross runs a homemade holiday cookie drive to serve Champlain Valley youth experiencing homelessness. This year, he plans to cover the entirety of the state. Read more at the link.

Evan Ross expands his homemade cookie drive to serve unhoused kids across Vermont, spreading holiday cheer and fostering community involvement.

12/09/2025

A newly formed nonprofit dedicated to supporting and sustaining Vermont journalism has elected its first board of directors, including Independent publisher Bridget Higdon.

The Vermont Journalism Coalition, a nonprofit supporting Vermont journalism, has elected its first board of directors to advocate for news organizations.

12/09/2025

OPINION: "Let’s come together to follow through on the bipartisan plan to build the best education system in America — a plan that puts students before politics, raises teacher pay, and creates opportunities..."

This letter is from Zoie Saunders, Vermont’s Secretary of Education.

12/08/2025

As winter settles in, Milton officials are reminding residents what to expect on local roads and how to prepare for cold-weather emergencies.

Milton officials remind residents about winter road safety and emergency preparedness. Learn about plowing, parking, and emergency tips.