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Gov. Shumlin to request additional resources for state child welfare
December 21, 2015
In response to the urgent and growing demand for child protection services largely driven by the opiate addiction crisis affecting Vermont and other states, on Dec. 3 Gov. Peter Shumlin outlined a comprehensive proposal to enhance Vermont’s child welfare system. The package will add 35 new positions in the Department for Children and Families (DCF)…
“Trouble in Toyland,” a Vermont survey, finds dangerous toys on store shelves
December 21, 2015
Tips help parents shop safely Dangerous or toxic toys can still be found on America’s store shelves, according to Vermont Public Interest Research and Education Fund’s 30th annual “Trouble in Toyland” report. The survey of potentially hazardous toys found that, despite recent progress, consumers must still be wary when shopping this holiday season. The report…
Sanders calls for common-sense gun safety legislation
December 21, 2015
Following the mass shooting in San Bernardino, California, on Wednesday, Dec. 2, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) called for sensible gun safety legislation at a press conference with his Democratic colleagues in the Senate. His remarks are transcribed here: “Here is the very sad truth and that is that it is very difficult for the American…
Emergency board approves employment growth incentives
December 18, 2015
On Dec. 1, the Emergency Board approved Gov. Peter Shumlin’s recommendation to increase the cap on the Vermont Employment Growth Incentive for projects in economically distressed regions of Vermont. The approval allows for consideration of proposals that could create 200 new full-time jobs and $6.5 million in new payroll. Regions of the state that have…
Sixth graders study solar
December 18, 2015
Courtesy of KES Abigail Masillo, Hannah Black, and Heidi Alf tested the angles of solar panels at the angles of zero, 22, 40, 60, and 90 degrees. By Hannah Black, Grade 6 The Killington Elementary sixth-graders have been working on experiments with photovoltaic cells, also known as solar power. We split up into groups to…
Killington Active Seniors hold Christmas potluck
December 18, 2015
By Robin Alberti A trio played at the Killington Active Seniors annual Christmas potluck luncheon. Bob Smith played the stand-up bass, Jack Herrington the guitar, and George Lions played the piano. KILLINGTON — The Killington Active Seniors meet every Wednesday at The Lookout for lunch, but this past week they met Monday, Dec. 7, for…
Michael Jenkins joins The Woods as general manager
December 18, 2015
Courtesy of the Woods Resort Michael Jenkins KILLINGTON — On Dec. 4, The Woods Homeowners Association officially announced that Michael Jenkins has been hired as the new general manager. Jenkins and his wife are moving to the area from Brooklyn, N.Y. Jenkins’s most recent work experience was general manager/director of operations at La Marina in New…
Brown’s Auto Salvage and partners give $19,000 to Wounded Warrior Project
December 18, 2015
Submitted Mark and Joan Brown present a check to Wounded Warrior Project for $19,000. Accepting it on behalf of that organization this year were brothers and WWII veterans Sergeant George “Bud” Taggart and Corporal Frank Taggart. BOMOSEEN — The employees of Brown’s Auto Salvage and Premium Recycled Parts North East support injured service members through…
Shumlin calls for Act 46 “tweak”
December 17, 2015
By Tiffany Danitz Pache, VTDigger.org Gov. Peter Shumlin called on lawmakers Tuesday, Dec. 1, to fix the spending mechanism in the new education law known as the “Allowable Growth Percentage” before school budgets go to the printer in mid-January. “I want the legislature to act on this before school boards are submitting their budgets to…
Horoscopes for December 10 – December 16, 2015
December 17, 2015
Cal Garrison (a.k.a Mother of the Skye) writes weekly horoscopes for The Mountain Times. If you would like an emailed notification sent to you weekly, sign up for the newsletter, below. Want to hear more from Mother of the Skye? Check out Mother's Celestial Inspirations Horoscopes for December 10 - December 16, 2015…
Chaos among the holiday rushes
December 17, 2015
By Cal Garrison, a.k.a. Mother of the Skye This week's Horoscopes are coming out under the light of an Aquarius Moon, with aspects that make it easier for me to understand why the Hermetic Axiom always applies, and why the world appears to be coming apart at the seams. Let's look at the main aspects,…
Video: Rails 2 Riches 2015
December 17, 2015
Between the talent, the new venue, and the crowd Killington Resorts Rails 2 Riches this year was a must see event. Herb Highstreet breaks down the action at this years Rails 2 Riches. Results: Skier men: 1. Christian Franchino 2. Dale Talkington 3. Emile Bergeron Best Trick: Emile Bergeron - Blind 3 Swap cannon to…
