Vermont
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Addison County folks join hundreds at Statehouse childcare rally
Around 700 people gathered in Montpelier on Wednesday urging lawmakers to pass a childcare bill that the Vt. House is considering.
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Letter to the editor: Our schools instill Vermont values
On February 2, 1936, exactly 45 years to the day before I was born, one of baseball’s greatest pitchers, Christy Matthewson, was officially voted into the inaugural class…
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Gov. Scott tries to keep state budget ‘lean’ despite record revenues
The Vermont governor says the state must not use a federal funds windfall to pay for ongoing commitments.
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Transcript of Gov. Phil Scott’s 2023 budget address
This is a transcript of Governor Scott’s Jan. 20 budget address to the Vermont Legislature. It was provided by the governor’s office. Mr. President, Madam Speaker, Mr.…
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Gov. Scott calls for revival of Vermont economy in inaugural address
The Vermont governor echoed familiar calls for statewide economic recovery in the face of unprecedented opportunity.
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Howard Dean optimistic about democracy, but sees work still to be done
Former Vermont Gov. Howard Dean gave his take on the 2022 midterm elections during a talk in Middlebury on Thursday.
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A top advocate presents picture of Vt’s child care landscape Tuesday at Ilsley
Let’s Grow Kids CEO Aly Richards will deliver an AAUW talk titled “Vermont’s Child Care Campaign: Systems Change in Action.” on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Ilsley Library.
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New dairy funding opportunities are offered
Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center this week announced three funding opportunities for dairy farmers and service providers.
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SurviVermont training sessions scheduled in Addison County
Learn how to protect yourself in extreme situations.
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UVM is looking for Teen Mental Health Ambassadors
Teens with an interest in mental health and wellbeing may apply to become a Teen Health and Wellness Ambassador.
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Weybridge author tells the story of change in Vermont
Doug Wilhelm’s latest book, “Catalysts for Change: How Nonprofits and a Foundation Are Helping Shape Vermont’s Future,” shows how Vt. nonprofits are shaping the future.
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Guest editorial: The chance has arrived for a rebirth of our Vt. schools
Stripping off the rhetoric and the academese, it comes down to keeping beloved small schools open versus the cost.
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U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade, abortion right still protected in Vt.
Vermont leaders denounce federal court ruling on abortion rights.
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Learn about government transparency at a May 25 training
MONTPELIER — Vermont Secretary of State Jim Condos has announced that, as in past years, he and Deputy Secretary of State Chris Winters will be conducting a virtual…
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Lawmakers wrestle with Clean Heat Standard legislation
Climate and energy activists say a Clean Heat Standard bill in the Vermont Senate doesn’t do enough to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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What the Clean Heat Standard will address
The Clean Heat Standard bill looks to regulate greenhouse gasses coming from biofuels, wood and electricity.
