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Safe injection sites bill moves forward in Vermont Senate

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May 1, 2024

Safe injection sites bill moves forward in Vermont Senate

MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) – The Vermont Senate has given preliminary approval to a bill allowing for the creation of so-called safe injection sites.

The rate of fatal overdoses has skyrocketed in recent years driven by fentanyl and xylazine.

The Senate voted 21-8 to create a pilot program where people could have their drugs tested and then consume them under medical supervision.

In an at-times emotional debate on the Senate floor, state lawmakers called them another tool in the toolbox to fight the toll of addiction.

“It really is another thing we can do in Vermont to save lives,” said Sen. Ruth Hardy, D-Addison County.

“I don’t think Vermont’s toolbox is ready for this tool. Different tools require different supports, safety procedures, different mechanisms to make sure everybody knows how to use the tool and make sure it’s used safely,” said Sen. Tom Chittenden, D-Chittenden County.

Some lawmakers have concerns about young people accessing the sites or federal authorities cracking down on them since they are still illegal.

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott has said he has moral and logistical concerns about the bill and has said he will veto it.

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New Vermont soccer club makes home debut in the Green Mountain State

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3 hours ago

April 12, 2026

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New Vermont soccer club makes home debut in the Green Mountain State

Vermont has a new soccer team in town. Vermont Clover FC, a United Premier Soccer League club, made its official home debut at Saint Michael’s College in Colchester on Saturday, April 11. Clover FC put on a show for its first set of home fans, completing a 4-0 shutout win against the Maine Mystics and expanding its record to 2-0. The UPSL pits Clover FC against multiple clubs featuring college talent, designed as a pro-development league to improve those players across America. Clover FC features a lot of local talent on its roster in its debut season, including Westport, NY native Henry Gibson. The former Section VII standout for Boquet Valley High School and current player for the Clinton Community College Cougars scored his team’s second-ever home game goal after finishing a header from former Champlain Valley Union High School and VPA standout Miles Bergeson’s free kick. Clover FC will look to expand on its winning streak in its next home game at Duffy Field on Saturday, April 18, at 7 p.m. against Dorchester City FC.

COLCHESTER, Vt. —

Vermont has a new soccer team in town.

Vermont Clover FC, a United Premier Soccer League club, made its official home debut at Saint Michael’s College in Colchester on Saturday, April 11.

Clover FC put on a show for its first set of home fans, completing a 4-0 shutout win against the Maine Mystics and expanding its record to 2-0.

The UPSL pits Clover FC against multiple clubs featuring college talent, designed as a pro-development league to improve those players across America.

Clover FC features a lot of local talent on its roster in its debut season, including Westport, NY native Henry Gibson. The former Section VII standout for Boquet Valley High School and current player for the Clinton Community College Cougars scored his team’s second-ever home game goal after finishing a header from former Champlain Valley Union High School and VPA standout Miles Bergeson’s free kick.

Clover FC will look to expand on its winning streak in its next home game at Duffy Field on Saturday, April 18, at 7 p.m. against Dorchester City FC.

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Rep. Balint comments on ask for anti-poverty funding from White House

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15 hours ago

April 11, 2026

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Rep. Balint comments on ask for anti-poverty funding from White House

RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) – Vermont’s federal delegation is demanding the White House release funding for local community action groups.

Vermont congressional leaders wrote the Trump administration earlier this week to urge the release of community service block grant funding for the state. Vermont would have received $4 million, helping fund community action organizations. There are currently 5 scattered across the state.

Congresswoman Becca Balint told WCAX: “Any funding that we secured was not taking into account the fact that prices were going to go up even more because of the war. The whole reason the Republicans said they needed to pass the so called ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ last summer was to get people’s tax cuts.”

The funding provides financial aid and helps administer head start and energy assistance programs.

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VT Lottery Mega Millions, Gimme 5 results for April 10, 2026

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1 day ago

April 11, 2026

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Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win

Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.

Just the FAQs, USA TODAY

The Vermont Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big.

Those who want to play can enter the MegaBucks and Lucky for Life games as well as the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. Vermont also partners with New Hampshire and Maine for the Tri-State Lottery, which includes the Mega Bucks, Gimme 5 as well as the Pick 3 and Pick 4.

Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule.

Here’s a look at April 10, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Vermont Mega Millions numbers from April 10 drawing

03-18-36-42-49, Mega Ball: 06

Check Vermont Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Gimme 5 numbers from April 10 drawing

05-13-27-28-36

Check Gimme 5 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 3 numbers from April 10 drawing

Day: 9-5-2

Evening: 6-6-5

Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 4 numbers from April 10 drawing

Day: 8-9-4-3

Evening: 5-4-0-3

Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from April 10 drawing

13-20-26-32-54, Bonus: 01

Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

For Vermont Lottery prizes up to $499, winners can claim their prize at any authorized Vermont Lottery retailer or at the Vermont Lottery Headquarters by presenting the signed winning ticket for validation. Prizes between $500 and $5,000 can be claimed at any M&T Bank location in Vermont during the Vermont Lottery Office’s business hours, which are 8a.m.-4p.m. Monday through Friday, except state holidays.

For prizes over $5,000, claims must be made in person at the Vermont Lottery headquarters. In addition to signing your ticket, you will need to bring a government-issued photo ID, and a completed claim form.

All prize claims must be submitted within one year of the drawing date. For more information on prize claims or to download a Vermont Lottery Claim Form, visit the Vermont Lottery’s FAQ page or contact their customer service line at (802) 479-5686.

Vermont Lottery Headquarters

1311 US Route 302, Suite 100

Barre, VT

05641

When are the Vermont Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Gimme 5: 6:55 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Lucky for Life: 10:38 p.m. daily.
Pick 3 Day: 1:10 p.m. daily.
Pick 4 Day: 1:10 p.m. daily.
Pick 3 Evening: 6:55 p.m. daily.
Pick 4 Evening: 6:55 p.m. daily.
Megabucks: 7:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily

What is Vermont Lottery Second Chance?

Vermont’s 2nd Chance lottery lets players enter eligible non-winning instant scratch tickets into a drawing to win cash and/or other prizes. Players must register through the state’s official Lottery website or app. The drawings are held quarterly or are part of an additional promotion, and are done at Pollard Banknote Limited in Winnipeg, MB, Canada.

This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Vermont editor. You can send feedback using this form.

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