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Neighbors of Burlington's pod community are complaining about noise, drug use and loitering around the facility at all hours of the night. Our Katharine Huntley reports.

A repeat offender with mental health challenges appeared before a judge again on Monday. Now, his situation is raising new questions about the revolving door for offenders with unmet mental health needs.

Officials say a handful of residents have been kicked out for not following the rules.

The property will now undergo renovations to establish 20 long-term apartments for people who are homeless — continued efforts by the organization to tackle the growing homeless crisis in the state.

Burlington City Councilors approved a minor zoning change to help developers meet the demand for affordable housing in the city. The inclusionary zoning change will change the type and size of affordable units developers are required to have in buildings.

A housing mandate without state aid for increased municipal services is simply not a plan for either affordability or sustainability.

The Ho-Hum Motel on Williston Road, previously a quarantine site during the pandemic, will now be converted into apartments for the homeless

Despite strong pushback, the Public Works Commission made the final decision Wednesday to remove parking to make way for bike lanes.

With a final vote Wednesday night to cement the decision to take away 39% of parking, businesses and organizations say their concerns feel unheard.

The emergency shelter is "based on the idea that we can end homelessness with a comprehensive public health approach."