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Vermont Business Magazine US Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont) announced this week that he has secured nearly $30 million in federal funds in the recently passed budget to support 19 Vermont projects. The projects will improve local infrastructure and accessibility, bolster economic revitalization, preserve community landmarks, and build more affordable housing.
Vermont Business Magazine Craig Tremaroli, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Albany Field Office, and Col. Matthew T. Birmingham, director of the Vermont State Police, announced today the FBI is offering a reward of up to $40,000 for information leading to the recovery of Brianna Maitland.
by Timothy McQuiston, Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Department of Health reported last week that COVID-19 cases fell steeply from over 100 to 75, their lowest level since early fall. In addition, hospitalizations continue to decline, and fatalities have eased back. There were 6 fatalities in this report after only 1 the week before.
Vermont Business Magazine Fast Company announced today that Green Mountain Power (GMP) is one of the Most Innovative Companies in the World for 2024, joining Beyonce’s Parkwood Entertainment, the National Women’s Soccer League, and Open AI on the prestigious list.
by Timothy McQuiston, Vermont Business Magazine Unilever on March 19 announced steps to accelerate its Growth Action Plan (GAP) by spinning off of its Ice Cream division into a separate company, while launching a major productivity program. This separation will include Ben & Jerry's. Unilever also owns Breyers and other ice cream brands.
Vermont Business Magazine The Commission for Public School Employee Health Benefits unanimously agreed to a two-year extension of the current school employees’ healthcare plan while pledging to work together toward systemic changes that would lower costs and make healthcare more affordable.
Vermont Business Magazine Governor Phil Scott announced today that he has appointed Bram Kranichfeld as permanent state’s attorney for Franklin County. The Governor named him interim state’s attorney in September, following the previous state’s attorney John Lavoie’s resignation. Lavoie was facing impeachment by the Legislature at the time.
by Virginia Ray, The Commons State Superior Court Judge Thomas S. Durkin has denied a third appeal to stop the Windham & Windsor Housing Trust (WWHT) from proceeding with its Alice Holway Drive community housing project.
Vermont Business Magazine A group of high-income and wealthy Vermont residents sent an open letter to the Vermont Legislature on Tuesday, asking legislators to increase their taxes in response to pressing needs across the state.
Vermont Business Magazine Funding is now available for Vermont organizations in the Brattleboro area through the Crosby-Gannett Fund grant program at the Vermont Community Foundation. The purpose of the Crosby-Gannett Fund is to support endeavors that contribute to the betterment and vitality of the Brattleboro area.
VermontBiz This month, Gifford Health Care recognized four employees with awards that celebrate and honor not only excellence in clinical care but also compassion.
by Devon Green, VP of Government Relations, VAHHS We have officially achieved policy crossover. All of the policy bills that did not make it out of committee last week will not be moving forward. To see an updated bill tracker, go here.