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ESSEX JUNCTION, Vt. - Champlain Valley Exposition, Inc. re-elected five board members and announced its officers for 2008-2009 following its annual meeting held on May 21.
Elected to serve three-year terms on the board: Jeffrey B. Carr of Essex Junction, Jeffrey L. Davis of Underhill Center, Norbert B. Lavigne of Burlington, Robert A. McEwing of Essex and Timothy R. Miller of Williston.
The one-year term 2008-09 officers are: President Matthew B. Stevens of Essex Junction, Co-Vice Presidents Jeffrey B. Carr of Essex Junction and Norbert B. Lavigne of Burlington, Treasurer Kevin Marchand of JMM & Associates of Burlington, Corporate Secretary, Walter G. Bruska of Shelburne, and Acting Recording Secretary Rose Sutton of South Burlington.
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Governor Douglas Signs Vermont Yankee
Comprehensive Assessment Bill
Legislation
to identify process for inspection of the states nuclear plant
Montpelier, Vermont
(June 6, 2008) The legislation requiring
the inspection of the Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Plant was be signed into law
today by Governor Jim Douglas. The bill, S 364, provides guidelines for the
steps to be taken in the evaluation of the operating systems within the nuclear
plant in Vernon, Vermont.
The safe and reliable operation of Vermont Yankee remains a top
priority, said Governor Douglas. While there is an existing NRC
process that examines the safety of nuclear facilities, participation by Vermont in this inspection
will significantly enhance the process and provide us an opportunity to make
certain that safety is paramount.
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Summer's big concerts coming to the Champlain Valley Fair
Something for everyone from Jonas Brothers and Toby Keith to Daughtry, Danity Kane, Ted Nugent and Garrison Keillor's A Prairie Home Companion.
ESSEX JUNCTION -- The Champlain Valley Fair will offer some of the biggest entertainers of the summer as part of the Bud Light Music Series in the Coca-Cola Grandstand at Champlain Valley Exposition.
"This is one of our most diverse line-ups in years, featuring some of the hottest talent touring this summer anywhere in the U.S." said Stephen Mease, communications director for the Exposition.
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June 6, 2008, Londonderry, VT Mountain Valley Medical Clinic now offers state of the art digital imaging X-ray services, increasing the speed with which the Clinic can diagnose patients, recommend treatment, and begin the healing process. The new system offers increased flexibility and improved workflow which results in our ability to deliver high quality healthcare.
The Clinic's new digital imaging X-ray system still takes images like a traditional X-ray, but rather than printing on film, it saves the image to an attached computer digitally similar to a digital camera. That image can then be sent electronically to the radiologist, or any specialist of the patients choice, for review.
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Cambium Group LLC announced today that they have welcomed Stephen Wilson and Rebecca Walsh to their firm. Stephen is the company's newest Web Developer/Programmer and will be working with the creative department to turn their designs into operational database driven websites. Stephen will also be responsible for all website maintenance and changes requested by clients. Stephen comes from Gordon-Darby NHOST Services in Manchester, NH where he was in charge of creating, updating and maintaining company websites. He is a graduate of New Hampshire Community Technical College with a degree in Application Development.
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Exterus Business Furniture of Shelburne is proud to announce some exciting new updates to their web site, www.exterusfurniture.com. The web site features product listings, service offerings, product brochures and project profiles.
Among the changes are a listing of pre-owned furniture, including seating, desking, tables and storage. Included with the listing is a photo of the item and pricing. The majority of the furniture is demo pieces that were located in our showroom.
Exterus is also featuring a "Find the Pint" contest on our web site. Visitors are encouraged to browse the site looking for the pint of Ben & Jerry's ice cream. If they locate the pint, they are awarded coupons for two free pints of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream!
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SOUTH BURLINGTON, VTiTech US, Inc. (iTech), a Vermont based company that specializes in Software Services and Application Development, has been named by the US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation (USPAACC-EF) as one of its 50 Fastest-Growing Asian American Businesses. The official announcement will be made during the 23rd Anniversary CelebrAsian Annual National Business Opportunity Conference 08, on May 27-29 at the Hilton Washington hotel in Washington, DC. A special presentation will take place at The White House on May 28, and at the Excellence Awards Gala Dinner at the Hilton Washington the same evening.
All of us at iTech are honored to receive this recognition from the USPAACC, the White House and our congressional leaders, said Kishore Khandavalli, the CEO of iTech. The growth has come from our ability to hire and retain good, high quality people. This recognition really validates the hard work and successes that weve had as a company
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Governor and VEDA Announce New $18 Million Economic Growth Program
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Jim Douglas and Vermont Economic Development Authority (VEDA) CEO Jo Bradley today announced the July 1 launch of a new economic growth program offering low interest capital for Vermont businesses with rates as low as three percentage points below Wall Street Prime.
The Economic Recovery and Opportunity Program will utilize $1.25 million in funds approved by the Legislature as part of Governor Douglas' 15-point Economic Growth Initiative.
"This component of my Economic Growth Initiative will enable Vermont's employers to access very affordable financing, contribute to our state's economic growth and create jobs for Vermonters," said Governor Douglas.
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Pilates Space, the Burlington exercise and physical therapy studio, has three new owners. The trio of local women is creating a new focus for the business: holistic wellness for all ages and fitness levels, with a special emphasis on baby boomer clients. In addition to Pilates Spaces long-standing offerings, Pilates body conditioning and physical therapy, the studio is adding nutritional and lifestyle counseling, Anusara-inspired yoga, and craniosacral therapy--all under one roof.
Ownership of the studio, which is located at 208 Flynn Avenue, was transferred from founder/owner Pamela Stone Turner, MSPT, to long-time staff members Lena M. Cannizzaro, PT; Laura M. Savard, HHC; and Arica H. Bronz, on April 30. The group purchased the business as ALL Wellness, LLC, dba Pilates Space.
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Shelburne, Vermont, June 2, 2008&.FreshTracks Capital announced today that it has closed on $14,000,000 of subscribed capital for FreshTracks Capital II, L.P. (the Fund). The limited partners of this fund include a mix of individual investors, family offices and institutions including; Middlebury College, Vermont Public Radio, the Vermont Community Foundation and Merchants Bank. FreshTracks Capital II focuses on venture capital investments in emerging Vermont growth companies. The Fund also makes select investments beyond Vermonts borders.
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Governor Douglas and Coalition of Northeastern Governors Urge House to Pass Additional $1 Billion for LIHEAP Funding
Waterbury, VT-The Coalition of Northeastern Governors (CONEG) yesterday (May 29, 2008) urged House leaders to support an additional $1 billion for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), as originally proposed by the Senate, in the FY2008 supplemental appropriations bill.
CONEG, which is chaired by Governor Jim Douglas, is requesting that the House support allocating these funds equally between the regular LIHEAP block grant and emergency contingency programs, and that such funds are released in a timely manner to address the needs of the most vulnerable low-income households in the upcoming cooling and the heating seasons.
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BURLINGTON, VT Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) will present its 2008 Awards for Excellence in socially responsible business practices at a recognition dinner on the Northern Lights cruise boat on Lake Champlain on the evening of June 12, 2008, from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m.
What: 7th Annual Terry Ehrich Awards; Dinner Cruise
Where: Northern Lights Cruise Boat, Burlington, VT
When: Thursday evening, June 12, 2008; 6:00-9:30 p.m.
Board at 5:45 p.m. at King Street Ferry Dock for 6:00 p.m. departure
Entertainment: Starline Rhythm Boys
Cost: $75 per person
To Register: Email [email protected], or call (802) 862-8347