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Vermont Business Magazine Westport Hospitality has announced the opening of The Harborvale, Autograph Collection, Burlington's newest hotel debuting in July. Located at 25 Cherry Street, the 161-room lakeside retreat sits on the shores of Lake Champlain and will join Marriott Bonvoy’s Autograph Collection, a global portfolio of more than 300 independent hotels, each selected for its original design and lasting character. The project is expected to bring approximately 100 jobs to Burlington. The Harborvale is a rebranding of the Courtyard by Marriott Burlington Harbor.

Vermont Business Magazine The Manchester Business Association (MBA) recently announced that Executive Director John Burnham will be transitioning to a new role at the Equinox Golf Resort & Spa. To ensure continuity of the MBA’s programs, partnerships, and community initiatives, the Board has appointed two of its own members to serve as Co-Executive Directors while a formal search for a qualified Executive Director candidate is underway. Adam Koffman, of Vermont.com, and Kait Zwagerman Tyler, Marketing Consultant, will step into the Co-Executive Director roles effective May 26, 2026. Both bring deep roots in the Vermont business community and a longstanding commitment to the Manchester region and are well-positioned to guide the organization through this transition.

Vermont Business Magazine Secretary of Administration Sarah Clark today released Vermont’s revenue results for April 2026. The General Fund and Transportation Fund exceeded their monthly consensus targets while the Education Fund missed its monthly target. The state’s General Fund, Transportation Fund, and Education Fund receipts totaled $537.6 million, exceeding the $529.3 million monthly consensus target by $8.3 million, or 1.6%. Total General Fund revenues were $444.1 million, which is $10.1 million, or 2.3%, above the $434.0 million monthly consensus cash flow target. This result was driven primarily by the better than expected performance by the Personal Income Tax (+$15.3M, or 4.7%, above consensus expectations) – partially offset by underperformance in April Estate Tax receipts (-$2.8M, or 76.4% below target) and to a lesser extent, the Meals & Rooms Tax, Telephone Tax, Beverage Tax, and Bank Franchise Tax.

Vermont Business Magazine U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont), a member of the Senate Committee on Finance, joined U.S. Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, in introducing the bipartisan, bicameral Improving "Access to Medicare Coverage Act," legislation to allow the time patients spend in the hospital under “observation status” to count toward the required three-day hospital stay for Medicare coverage of skilled nursing care. 

by Matthew Morin, UVM Rural healthcare systems across the United States are under increasing strain, and Vermont is already experiencing the effects. Hospital service reductions, provider shortages, and the growing number of maternity care deserts have contributed to longer travel times and reduced access to care, particularly in rural areas. This is especially significant in Vermont, where more than 65% of residents live in rural communities. One of the clearest—and often overlooked—indicators of these systemic pressures is the loss of rural birthing services.

Vermont Business Magazine Copley Hospital is excited to welcome friends, neighbors, and supporters to the annual Stowe Art, Wine & Food Fundraiser, a beloved community tradition celebrating fine wine, local art, and outstanding food — all in support of exceptional healthcare close to home. The event will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 6 p.m. at The Jewish Community of Greater Stowe, located at 1189 Cape Cod Road in Stowe. Guests will enjoy an evening of wine tasting alongside silent and live auctions featuring fine wines, local artwork, memorable experiences, and fabulous food. The always popular wine pull returns, adding a fun and festive twist to the celebrations.

Vermont Business Magazine Children begin forming ideas about food and their bodies as early as preschool – and the messages they hear every day can shape how they feel about themselves as they grow. Studies show that among kids ages 6-8, half of girls and about one-third of boys already wish their bodies were smaller or thinner. Adults don't always realize how the language we use at home, in school, in sports, in the media and in everyday conversations can contribute to body dissatisfaction and low self-esteem. A new resource, Confident Kids, offers guidance and tools for families, coaches, educators, health care providers and more to help kids develop more positive relationships with food and movement.

by Timothy McQuiston, Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Department of Health has reported have COVID-19 hospitalizations remain at a very low level. They are at a similar level to the negligible level seen last summer. There were no measles cases after one reported in Vermont in February in Washington County and the national outbreak is over. Meanwhile, RSV remains elevated and Norovirus and Flu A in some locations persist. Flu B, which was prevalent in Vermont and across the US during the late winter and early spring, has mostly quieted down.

by Devon Green, VAHHS This is the time when I knock on wood about everything, but it looks like the end is in sight, with just a few issues outstanding. Including: Elimination of Hospital Services: S.189; Reference Based Pricing: S.190; Private Equity and Prohibition on Corporate Practice of Medicine: H.583.

Vermont Business Magazine Average gasoline prices in Vermont are $4.53 per gallon, down 2.9 cents per gallon from last week's $4.56/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $4.18/g while the highest was $4.79/g, a difference of 61.0 cents per gallon. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 6.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.45/g today. 

Vermont Business Magazine The Brattleboro Retreat’s doctoral psychology internship program has once again earned accreditation from the American Psychological Association (APA), extending the nationally recognized designation through 2035. The reaccreditation confirms that the Retreat continues to meet the APA’s standards for training future psychologists and mental health professionals. The decision followed an extensive review process that included a site visit, program evaluations, and interviews with staff and trainees.  The APA reviewers highlighted the exceptional level of mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical training provided to interns, reflecting the program’s important role in developing the mental health workforce our communities urgently need.

Vermont Business Magazine The Upper Valley Aquatic Center (UVAC) is proud to announce its official participation in the 17th Annual World’s Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Local families are invited to take part in this massive, global water safety event, which UVAC is expanding this year across three regional locations in Vermont and New Hampshire. The lessons are completely free for children, though advance registration is required.