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Vermont Business Magazine Weekly unemployment claims plunged last week to a very low level, as typical for summer, but are running higher in 2016 than in 2015. For the week of August 20, 2016, there were 389 claims, down 161 from the previous week's total and 25 more than they were a year ago. By industry, claims plunged for Manufacturing.
by Mike Smith Political debates play a very important role in a campaign. Especially when there is an open seat for governor and Vermonters are looking for ways to get to know a candidate. Voters gain meaningful insight into the positions and demeanor of a candidate through a well-structured debate.
Vermont Business Magazine The Securities and Exchange Commission last week announced enforcement actions against 71 municipal issuers and other obligated persons for violations in municipal bond offerings. Among those was a single Vermont entity, Casella Waste Management, based in Rutland.
Vermont Business Magazine The Rowell Family of Green Mountain Dairy Farm in Sheldon believe in showing their community what farmers do to produce safe, wholesome and nutritious food in Vermont and beyond. On August 27, the Rowell’s opened their farm to over 1,000 visitors for Vermont’s 3rd Breakfast on the Farm.
Sue Minter, Democratic candidate for governor: It’s hard to believe that anything good can come of a disaster. But five years after Tropical Storm Irene ravaged our brave little state, I travel with pride through a Vermont that is stronger and more resilient than it was before that terrible night when the flood waters rose.
by Gaye Symington, High Meadows Fund We find out who we are when we are pushed to our limits. In August 2011, the power of water pushed Vermont hard – and revealed the power of our Vermont community. Tropical Storm Irene was a momentous event in Vermont’s history, and the response to Irene showed our remarkable identity as a people and as neighbors who care for each other.
by Gary Franklin A new federal law protecting confidential business information became effective on May 11, 2016. The adoption of the Defend Trade Secrets Act (the “Act”) arose from the federal government’s recognition of the importance of trade secrets and the devastating impact on the economy from their misappropriation.
Vermont Business Magazine Phil Scott, Republican candidate for governor, will be joining Vermonters across the state this weekend in celebration and commemoration of their five-year commitment to restoring Vermont’s communities in the wake of Tropical Storm Irene. As Lt.
Vermont Business Magazine - Senator Patrick Leahy Friday announced that he will participate in three debates in this fall’s campaign for the United States Senate. The three debates will be hosted by Vermont PBS, Vermont Public Radio and Channel 17 and follows precedent established in previous elections. Leahy welcomed and encouraged other media outlets
Vermont Business Magazine - With Hurricane Irene still fresh in all of our minds and observing the fifth anniversary of that devastating storm this weekend I would like to share a story from the Baton Rogue Business Report. Like Vermont, Louisiana is struggling after horrible flooding hit their state and in [articular, Baton Rogue. The people and businesses of Louisiana need our help.
Attorneys and staff of Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC are mourning the loss of Attorney and Director Eric A. Poehlmann, 46, who died this week while hiking in Colorado.
Vermont Business Magazine - Senior officials and congressional staff gathered today to commend the City of Barre for a comprehensive project that will limit future flood damages to its downtown businesses and residences, and to commit the support of state and federal agencies to similar projects statewide.