Erin Petenko

Data Reporter at VTDigger

edison, new jersey, united states

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I am a resident news nerd at VTDigger, analyzing data, creating graphics and coding interactives. I graduated from Rutgers in 2016 with a degree in journalism and public health, and have previously worked at NJ Advance Media for The Star-Ledger and NJ.com. Portfolio: https://airtable.com/shrSsYFboGTQLkWtw/tbl56cPvZnHqd60LC

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Vermont's pagans find comfort and creativity in new surge of interest in witchcraft

Maggie Byers first felt drawn to paganism during a rough patch in her life. Her marriage fell apart during the Covid-19 pandemic, and she began to reevaluate many aspects of herself that she’d taken for granted: her relationships, her body, her career. Wh... See more

vtdigger.org•Erin Petenko•Jan 9, 2026

It's bird feeder season in Vermont. Here's what to know about owning one.

Jillian Kilborn is particularly excited to put up her bird feeders this year. Food shortages up north are expected to send winter finches to Vermont for the season, meaning that she could see Red Crossbills and Pine Grosbeaks in her yard for the first tim... See more

vtdigger.org•Erin Petenko•Dec 28, 2025

Nine Vermont dams were removed in 2025. There are many more to go.

There are at least 140 dams in the Winooski River watershed, according to Michele Braun, executive director of the Friends of the Winooski River. Three of those dams help with flood control. Fifteen provide hydropower. A “handful” contribute to local recr... See more

vtdigger.org•Erin Petenko•Dec 21, 2025

Vermont's return-to-office policy upheld by court - Valley News

A Superior Court judge ruled Saturday that he would not grant an injunction of the State of Vermont’s return-to-office policy, paving the way for the state to enforce its Dec. 1 deadline for employees to begin in-person work. The Vermont State Employees’ ... See more

vnews.com•Erin Petenko•Dec 2, 2025

Judge denies injunction motion to stop state return-to-office

A Superior Court judge ruled Saturday that he would not grant an injunction of the state’s return-to-office policy, paving the way for the state to enforce its Dec. 1 deadline for employees to begin in-person work. The Vermont State Employees’ Association... See more

vtdigger.org•Erin Petenko•Dec 1, 2025

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Vermont's pagans find comfort and creativity in new surge of interest in witchcraft

It's bird feeder season in Vermont. Here's what to know about owning one.

Nine Vermont dams were removed in 2025. There are many more to go.

Vermont's return-to-office policy upheld by court - Valley News

Judge denies injunction motion to stop state return-to-office

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Vermont's pagans find comfort and creativity in new surge of interest in witchcraft

It's bird feeder season in Vermont. Here's what to know about owning one.

Nine Vermont dams were removed in 2025. There are many more to go.

Vermont's return-to-office policy upheld by court - Valley News

Judge denies injunction motion to stop state return-to-office