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by Mike Donoghue, Vermont Business Magazine Correspondent The former president of Jay Peak resort is asking the federal court to strike a $250,000 restitution order in his EB-5 fraud case because he says newly provided evidence shows Vermont officials failed to act when told about serious investment problems for a proposed bio-medical facility in Newport.
by Joyce Marcel, Vermont Business Magazine In a small state like Vermont, knowing people is the key to being successful. And that, in a nutshell, is the business philosophy of Tony Blake, a founding partner of V/T Commercial Real Estate in Burlington. A colorful raconteur, Blake, now 70, began his career in the restaurant business.
Vermont Business Magazine ANTIQUES ROADSHOW, PBS’s most-watched ongoing series, will air three all-new Vermont-based episodes from Shelburne Museum on April 24th, May 1st, and May 8th at 8/7C PM on PBS. The 20-time Emmy Award nominated series came to Vermont in July of 2022 as part of its five-city production tour.
Vermont Business Magazine Residents of the Upper Valley Region of Vermont are encouraged to attend the first Youth Opportunity Regional Forum April 20 from 6-7:30 pm at Oxbow High School to join together with fellow youth, community members, businesses, and educators to share successes, challenges, and ideas for the future. Free pizza will be served.
Vermont Business Magazine Hundreds of students from across Vermont gathered at the State House to demand bold climate action from lawmakers. Young Vermonters made it clear that they believe the state cannot afford continued delay on climate action if we want to ensure a livable planet for future generations. “Our role is important. We are not powerless.
Vermont Business Magazine Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont), chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee on Tuesday, April 18, will be joined by Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), chairman of the HELP Subcommittee on Children and Families, Ai-jen Poo, President of National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA), and Mary Kay Henry, International President o
Leonine Public Affairs After the flurry of crossover activity there is usually a lull in legislative excitement as committees work through the bills they’ve been sent from the opposite chamber. Week 14 began with warm spring weather and a relative calm in the statehouse as lawmakers returned to Montpelier.
by Timothy McQuiston, Vermont Business Magazine Real estate is in a historic state of flux in Vermont. Housing is the principal focus among elected officials, while developers are trying to find a way through myriad issues just keep pace. Warehouse space is at a premium, while office space is going begging.
by Joan Goldstein, Commissioner, Department of Economic Development The Department of Economic Development (DED) team continues to travel throughout the state, joining members of Governor Scott’s Administration to discuss American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding opportunities and meeting with communities to learn more about their challenges and successes.
Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark In response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision regarding the US Department of Justice’s request for a stay in Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine, Attorney General Charity Clark issued the following statement Friday evening: “This afternoon, the U.S.
Vermont Business Magazine The Local, a wine and beer shop located in Middlesex, will host Master Sommelier David Keck of Cambridge, VT based Stella14 Wines on Monday, May 1 at 5:30pm. At this ticket-only tasting event, Keck will guide attendees through the story of the wines that inspired the creation of Stella14’s Birches, a dry sparkling red wine.
Vermont Business Magazine “Brewing up adventure” isn’t just a motto for Whetstone Beer Co, it’s a way of life. Partners David Hiler, and Tim and Amy Brady were brought together by not just a love of beer, but also a love of adventure.