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Warren, Trahan Press ICE on Detainee Conditions
September 11, 2026
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Warren, Trahan Press Federal Officials on Burlington ICE Facility Conditions
Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Lori Trahan made an unannounced congressional oversight visit to the Burlington ICE facility on Sept. 8, walking through every part of the detention area during an hour-long inspection and witnessing over two dozen people held for processing. In a joint statement released Sept. 9, they said immigration attorneys and community advocates have reported individuals detained for multiple days without adequate food, medical care, or sleeping conditions. The two said they questioned ICE about constituents' concerns and pressed for more humane treatment, pledging to keep pushing for transparency and accountability.
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren
Burlington Public Library Hosts Music Makers Early Childhood Session
The Burlington Public Library welcomes the Family Resource Network today, Sept. 11, from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. for a music, rhythm, and movement program for ages 0 to 5.
Burlington Public Library
Craft Loft Hosts Beginner Tapestry Weaving Workshop at Burlington Mall
Craft Loft holds a hands-on beginner tapestry weaving workshop today, Sept. 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at its Burlington Mall studio, covering loom setup and basic stitch techniques.
The Boston Calendar
Getting to Yes Subcommittee Meets Today
The Government Review Subcommittee's Getting to Yes panel meets today, Sept. 11, starting at 11:30 a.m. in Burlington.
Town of Burlington
General Bylaw Review Committee Meets Tuesday
The General Bylaw Review Committee meets Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. in Burlington.
Town of Burlington
Board of Health's Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board Meets Wednesday
The Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board, under the Board of Health, meets Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 2 p.m. in Burlington.
Town of Burlington
Burlington Library Hosts Tween Art Club Hand Lettering Workshop
The Burlington Public Library holds an in-person Tween Art Club hand lettering workshop today, Sept. 11, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in Fogelberg Room B for youth in grades 3-8.
Burlington Library
Burlington Boys Soccer Hosts Whittier RVT Tonight
Burlington High School's boys soccer team hosts Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School in a non-conference match today, Sept. 11, at 4:30 p.m. at Marshall Simonds Middle School.
High School On SI
Burlington Girls Soccer Hosts Arlington Catholic Tonight
The Burlington Red Devils girls soccer team hosts Arlington Catholic in a non-league match today, Sept. 11, starting at 6:30 p.m.
High School On SI
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