Golf courses, parks, trail networks can open along with other low or no direct physical contact operations; out-of-state visitors are still encouraged to stay home (or come up and stay long-term) On Wednesday, May 6, Governor Phil Scott announced that […]
Category: Covid-19 updates
Unemployment claimants called back must accept suitable work
Last week, the Department of Labor reminded unemployed Vermonters that they must return to work if called back by their employer. While exceptions do exist for employees, such as those who have been exposed to Covid-19 or individuals who must […]
Self-employed and independent contractors receive $24 million
Labor Dept provides first round of PUA payments to 8,500 Vermonters The Vermont Department of Labor announced April 29 that it has provided more than $24 million in direct deposit payments to Vermonters through the newly created Pandemic Unemployment Assistance […]
REDC Revolving Loan Fund designates emergency funds for businesses
RUTLAND—Rutland Economic Development Corporation (REDC) announced Tuesday, May 5, that it has received authorization to offer an emergency loan program through its Revolving Loan Fund to assist businesses that are impacted by Covid-19. USDA Rural Development has authorized REDC to […]
Covid-19 testing for active infection and antibodies available in Rutland
RUTLAND – ClearChoiceMD Urgent Care, in Rutland, is offering Covid-19 testing for both active infections and antibodies seven days a week, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. No appointments are needed, but patients are encouraged to reserve a time at ccmdcenters.com/locations/rutland-vt. Both tests […]
Governor Scott’s Friday reopenings continue
On Friday, May 1, Governor Phil Scott announced a third incremental, evidence-based step forward to put Vermonters back to work. If able to comply with outlined safety measures, the governor’s latest order allows for the following operations: Crews of 10 or fewer […]
Restaurants prepare for eventual opening despite unknowns
Relief loans are an awkward fit for the industry By Polly Mikula and Anne Wallace Allen/VTDigger “It’s all speculation, no one really knows what to expect or plan for,” said Phil Black, co-owner of the Lookout Tavern in Killington. Chris Karr, […]
State to more than triple testing, contact tracing
Plan calls for an increase from 2,000-7,500 tests per day in Vermont Governor Phil Scott and members of his administration on April 29 announced the state is significantly increasing and strengthening its testing and contact tracing programs in order to […]
Vermont is unique among its neighbors
Reopening complicated by high Covid-19 cases nearby By Polly Mikula Vermont appears to be unique in its low Covid-19 infection rate, availability of testing and measured approach to reopening. In fact, it may be among the only states to satisfy […]
How can I help my community through this pandemic?
Governor Phil Scott is calling all Vermonters into service with the launch of a new website allowing people to sign up for volunteer assistance to support the state’s response to Covid-19: vermont.gov/volunteer. The website directs those with medical and healthcare […]