The economic impact on Vermont of 18 private institutions of higher education in the state is $2.09 billion annually, and the colleges directly employ 7,100 people statewide, according to a new study released by the Association of Vermont Independent Colleges […]
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Special Olympics Vermont recognizes Norwich University
Norwich University has been named Organization of the Year by Special Olympics Vermont. The university was recognized at an annual awards luncheon held on Dec. 11 at Killington Resort. “Norwich University has been an important partner of Special Olympics Vermont […]
Report shows high demand for fresh produce in Vermont
A recent study by Salvation Farms measures the demand for fresh produce within Vermont food or meal programs and teases out preferences and challenges regarding the sourcing and use of fruits and vegetables. The Morrisville-based nonprofit, which helps programs get […]
Think tank measures Vermont’s tech economy
While policy discussions about technology and innovation issues often focus narrowly on iconic places like Silicon Valley, the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) reported in a new study that high-tech innovation plays a large role in the Vermont economy. […]
Theft from locked vehicle claims increase 232 percent in Vermont during holiday season, report finds
Festive, joyful and togetherness are just a few words that come to mind when thinking about the holidays. However, a new national Allstate poll – released Dec. 8, just in time for the 2016 holiday season – shows “hazardous” should […]
USSA says: “Thank you Killington!”
Dear Editor, This past weekend Vermont hosted over 30,000 spectators for the return of the Audi FIS Ski World Cup to Killington – one of the largest women’s weekend crowd in the 50-year history of the World Cup. On behalf […]
Vermont State Troopers increasing enforcement over holiday season
Vermont has experienced 58 traffic fatalities this year, impacting many of our families and their communities. In an attempt to spread awareness and keep drivers safe, a seatbelt campaign is planned for the heavily traveled holiday season to ensure highways […]
Fish and wildlife staffer discusses Vermont’s ever-changing forest habitats and inhabitants
Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—Join Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park in Woodstock for its next Working Woodlands Workshop, a discussion about Vermont’s forests and those animals and other wildlife who dwell in them on Tuesday, Dec. 6, 6-7:30 p.m. Kim […]
EIC offers presentation, “Vermont and Iceland: Our Shared Energy Challenges”
Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 5:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—What do Vermont and Iceland share beyond an abundance of natural beauty? Both face similar energy challenges: a chilly and cloudy climate and no fossil fuel resources. Come to the Energy Innovation Center Tuesday, Dec. 6, […]
Farmers’ market Christmas fair offers Vermont flavor and flair
Friday and Saturday, Nov. 25-26 at 10 a.m.—POULTNEY—The Lakes Region Farmers’ Market invites you to its 13th annual Poultney Christmas Fair, one of the oldest and largest holiday fair in the area. The fair takes place on Friday, Nov. 25 […]