Wicked Local Who is tired of reading about the coronavirus? Let’s see a show of hands. Other things happened in Burlington this year, although it can be hard to remember sometimes. When 2020 began, Burlington was welcoming new restaurants and celebrating the financial strength of the town. Residents were tapped into what was happening at the national level, taking part in protests against racism and in response, showing support for the local police department. Closer to home, a sculpture park was unveiled, a local member of the clergy celebrated a milestone and a monumental national election was carried out competently and without unnecessary drama. Here is a look at the top non-COVID-19 Burlington Union/Wicked Local Burlington stories of 2020: