Recognizing that previous legislative action has had unintended consequences on education spending, the House Ways & Means Committee advanced a bill (H.850) on Friday, Feb. 9, to allow school districts more time to redo their budgets (and potentially make cuts) […]
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National Girls and Women in Sports Day celebrated with camaraderie, bonding and volunteering
Courtesy Killington Ski Resort Female team leaders take part in National Girls and Women in Sports Day. By Victoria Gaither The women of Killington Ski Resort participated in National Girls and Women in Sports Day last Wednesday, Feb. 7. It […]
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White River Junction VA housed over 127 Veterans experiencing homelessness in 2023
As part of VA’s nationwide homelessness goals for 2023, the White River Junction VA Healthcare System and its partner agencies have permanently housed 127 homeless veterans. These placements, along with placements provided by other VA health care systems across America, […]
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13 asthma-friendly Vermont schools are recognized
Doty Memorial School in Rutland County and Cavendish Town Elementary School in Windsor County both earn Gold status Thirteen schools from around the state have been recognized by the Vermont Dept. of Health’s “asthma-friendly school” initiative on Feb. 12 for […]
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Carris Reels Inc. awards the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Rutland County with $10,000 sponsorship
With just four months until the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Rutland County, local business Carris Reels is already stepping up to support the cause and help end cancer as we know it, for everyone. The Relay […]
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Mountain Views School Board answers FAQs on proposed $99m bond
Ever since a new middle school and high school was proposed five years ago, there have been discussions over the true needs and alternative options in order to keep the costs down while continuing to provide excellent educational standards. Now […]
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After bracing for hard times, Vermont economists predict healthy state revenues
By Glenn Russell/VTDigger Economist Thomas Kavet speaks during a meeting of the Emergency Board at the Statehouse in Montpelier on Thursday, Jan. 18. Looking on is fellow economist Jeffrey Carr, right. By Sarah Mearhoff/VTDigger Despite last year’s hand-wringing over an anticipated […]
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Gov. Scott says keep the lid on spending
Courtesy philscott.org By Sarah Mearhoff and Shaun Robinson, VTDigger In his budget address delivered to the Legislature on Tuesday, Jan. 23, Republican Gov. Phil Scott once again implored lawmakers to refrain from increasing state taxes and fees on Vermonters, […]
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Property values cause tax hike in Hartland
By Curt Peterson The homestead education tax rate in Hartland will rise 23.95% this year – from $1.816 per $100 in assessed value, to $2.251. For a $250,000 home, this change will add about $1,087 to the FY2025 tax bill. […]