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VermontBiz Our villages are an essential part of Vermont’s communities, identity, and future. The Village Trust Initiative (VTI) is designed to promote the community-driven revitalization of the physical and social infrastructure that have been the foundation of success for Vermont’s small villages.
VermontBiz Prepare to embark on an epic journey to a galaxy far, far away as Southern Vermont's premier event invites you to celebrate May The Fourth Be With You Day. Delight in interstellar concoctions, rebel-approved eclectic vendors, and a jedi-worthy feast. Savor exotic brews, gather around blazing lightsaber fire pits, and toast to the finest homebrews in the galaxy!
Vermont Business Magazine Mack Molding, a leading custom plastic injection molder and supplier of contract manufacturing services, announced Tuesday that Josh Pang has been appointed Northern Division President. Pang will succeed Mack Molding President Jeff Somple when he retires later this year.
by Holly Sullivan, Community News Service Despite being one of the cloudiest and coldest states, Vermont has the country’s second-highest rate of new skin cancer cases per capita.
Vermont Business Magazine Leaders from more than 30 local organizations and government agencies came together today on the Church Street Marketplace to celebrate a collaboration aimed at strengthening the greater Burlington community.
by Timothy McQuiston, Vermont Business Magazine Weekly unemployment claims rose for the week of April 6, 2024, as the ski season wound down after a late surge of snow and the expectation of eclipse visitors to the state, of which the state is still accumulating economic data. For the week, there were 423 claims, up 181 for the week but 5 fewer than this time last year.
Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Italian Cultural Association (VICA) and the Italian Consulate General of Italy in Boston announced today an exchange program for educators in Vermont and Italy centered around food systems education and farm-to-school professional learning.
by Timothy McQuiston, Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Department of Health reported last week that COVID-19 cases climbed from 32 to 56. In addition, hospitalizations also edged up slightly as COVID overall remains at a low level. There were no fatalities last week. The pandemic death total now stands at 1,144 as of April 6, 2024 (the most recent data available).
by Erin Forbes, DVM, Mountain View Animal Hospital Chair, VVMA Communications Committee May is arthritis awareness month in pets. Just like humans, animals all suffer from this inflammatory condition that causes pain, swelling, and a decreased quality of life. Osteoarthritis (OA) is considered a degenerative joint disease, which means it cannot be cured but controlled.
Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Agency of Transportation (AOT) today issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to identify electric vehicle (EV) charging providers that are capable of building out Vermont’s charging network to federal and state specifications.
Vermont Business Magazine Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day is TODAY from 12-8pm at Scoop Shops nationwide. Your fans can join in on this beloved day at any participating Scoop Shop in your area – yes, there will be longgg lines!
Vermont Business Magazine As springlike temperatures set in and people enjoy more time outside, it's time to start checking for ticks and taking the simple steps to prevent tick bite illnesses. Ticks can be found throughout Vermont whenever temperatures are above freezing, with populations peaking during spring and fall.