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PEAK RESORTS CLOSES ON PURCHASE OF MOUNT SNOW AND ATTITASH RESORTS
ST. LOUIS, MO- (April 5, 2007) - Peak Resorts announced today the completion of the purchase of Mount Snow and Attitash resorts from American Skiing Company. The sale agreement, originally announced on February 16, includes all properties and assets of Mount Snow and Attitash resorts, for a purchase price of $73.5 million. In addition, Peak Resorts assumed approximately $2 million in debt and other liabilities related to the resorts.
"We are very excited to welcome these two fine resorts to the Peak group," said Tim Boyd, President of Peak Resorts. "Both resorts have talented management teams and a proud tradition; we look forward to working with the resorts and local partners to build a strong future for both areas."
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Woodbury College Announces New Trustees and New Additions to Administration
Montpelier, Vt. - Woodbury College President Larry Mandell announced today several important changes at the college. "We are very fortunate to have four outstanding new additions to Woodbury's team: two new Trustees, a new Director of Development, and a new Controller. The college is embarking on a very ambitious expansion to national delivery of degrees, and these additions will be key to this next stage in our evolution."
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Northern Benefits - Burlington Vermont
Northern Benefits has added the services of Duncan A. Winton-CLTC, to assist individuals in preparing for Medicare Benefits. This new service includes Medicare Supplement programs, prescription drug plans and eligibility requirements for Medicare.
Please contact Duncan thru Northern Benefits to assist you with preparing for your Medicare benefits. Duncan is on the Chittenden County Alzheimer's Committee, member of Burlington Rotary and an Ambassador for the Lake Champlain Chamber of Commerce.
His focus in on assisting "Baby Boomers" as they approach retirement and seniors currently retired.
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Merriam, formerly of Northern Power Systems will be responsible for the operations of this Vermont-based solar energy integrator.
A 15-year veteran of Northern Power Systems (a subsidiary of Distributed Energy Systems), Mr. Merriam most recently held the position of Vice President of Project Management for Distributed Energy out of the Vermont based operation.
During his tenure at Northern, Merriam spearheaded the expansion of the company into its new 110,000 SQFT facility and was responsible for fulfillment of all of Northern's remote power, grid connected, and combined heat and power systems.
"We are pleased that Jim has joined us. His experience and operational expertise round out our management team here at groSolar," says Jeff Wolfe, CEO.
Jim received his BS in Electrical Engineering and computer design from the University of Vermont in 1987 and is completing his MBA with Drexel University.
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont Supports Vermont Lactation Consultants Association
Berlin, VT - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) announced today that it will award several scholarships to a conference this month so that medical professionals may learn more about breastfeeding from nationally known experts.
The state's largest health insurer provides scholarships each year for nurses, doctors, and other professionals to attend an annual conference sponsored by the Vermont Lactation Consultants Association (VLCA).
This year's conference takes place April 12 and 13 at the Windham Hotel in Burlington. The conference is an opportunity for professionals who provide support and assistance to breastfeeding mothers.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont recognizes the many benefits of breastfeeding to our members by offering these scholarships.
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Exterus Technology for Business, an information technology company located in Shelburne has been named a bronze sponsor for the 2007 Girls on the Run 5K Run/Walk.
Girls on the Run is an experiential program for girls in grades three through eight that combines lessons on physical, mental, and emotional development with a community service project and training for the 5K run/walk.
The 5K is the culmination of the program, and a celebration of each participant. The 5K is a non-competitive, family-friendly event where everyone is a winner!
In 2005, over 1200 enthusiastic girls, families and community members participated to celebrate their health!
The 2007 Girls on the Run 5K Run/Walk will be held Sunday, June 10, 10:00 a.m. at the UVM Cross Country Course in Burlington, Vermont.
Exterus Technology for Business provides hardware, software and services for all small - mid-size business information needs.
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COLCHESTER, VT.. The Vermont Public Service Board (PSB) Monday issued its approval of Green Mountain Power Corporation's (NYSE: GMP) proposed agreement and plan of merger with Northern New England Energy Corporation (NNEEC) and its wholly-owned subsidiary Northstars Merger Subsidiary Corporation. The decision is the final regulatory approval necessary for the transaction, which is expected to close in the second quarter of 2007.
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The School of Small Business Practice, located on Route 100B a mile or so from I 89, Exit 9, has initiated a new incubator space program. This program provides low cost private and shared rental accommodation with high speed Internet, copier, scanning and fax accessibility for early or start-up small businesses. The program also offers learning support services crafted to match each clients early business needs.
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Friday, March 30, 2007
Contact: Jon
Anderson
(802) 229-5412
Governor
Appoints Jon Anderson to Montpelier
House Seat
Montpelier, Vt. Governor Jim
Douglas has appointed longtime Montpelier Democrat Jon
Anderson to fill a vacancy created by the retirement of longtime Montpelier representative
Francis Brooks. Brooks retired to become the State House Sergeant-at-Arms.
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On May 23 and 24, business leaders from across Vermont, New England, New York and Canada will congregate at Northern New England's largest business-to-business trade show, the Vermont Business & Industry EXPO.
This 23rd annual exposition of business resources and networking opportunities will take place at the Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center in Burlington, VT.
One of the new events this year is the KPMG / Northfield Savings Bank Business Breakfast, kicking off the two-day festivities.
The event this year will feature Mr. Alex Wolff, senior writer for Sports Illustrated and President and General Manager of the ABA's Vermont Frost Heaves.
Mr. Wolff will share his business experience of bringing pro basketball to the Green Mountains.
The Vermont Frost Heaves have quickly gained a loyal following in Barre and Burlington with their competitive and entertaining team.
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PSB approves acquisition of GMP by Gaz Metro subsidiary
The Vermont Public Service Board (PSB) Monday issued its approval of Green Mountain Power Corporation's (NYSE: GMP) proposed agreement and plan of merger with Northern New England Energy Corporation (NNEEC) and its wholly-owned subsidiary Northstars Merger Subsidiary Corporation. The decision is the final regulatory approval necessary for the transaction, which is expected to close in the second quarter of 2007.
In its unanimous approval order, the PSB said it concluded the transaction "will promote the general good of the State." It also stated that "NNEEC also has a proven record of technical, financial and managerial competency through its twenty-year ownership of Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. & NNEEC and its parent, Gaz Métro, have a well-documented and an established track record for operating regulated and unregulated businesses in Vermont."
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VERMONT DISTRICT RISES TO THE TOP OF KEY IN 2006
Green Mountain Team Earns KeyBank's District of the Year Vermont may be the smallest state served by KeyBank but in 2006 it acted like the biggest.
The Vermont District has been named the 2006 District of the Year among KeyBank NA's 23 districts nationwide. The award recognizes the highest ranking district based on overall financial performance, service to clients and commitment to community.
"Our employees are incredibly dedicated to our clients and the communities we serve," said Scott Carpenter, president, Vermont District, KeyBank NA. "Our bankers provide strong financial solutions and advice, and the market has rewarded us with their business."
In addition to commercial, business and private banking services, KeyBank serves Vermont retail clients through its 13 branches.