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A new curriculum in Vermont schools is about and designed by American Abenaki communities in the state
2+ day, 22+ hour ago (269+ words) This month the Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs announced an American Abenaki curriculum. The commission leaders say this is the first curriculum for Vermont educators that has been designed by the four Abenaki communities in Vermont. The commission chair…...
Vermont Nuclear Decommissioning Citizens Advisory Panel meeting focuses on PFAS contamination
3+ week, 1+ day ago (333+ words) The Vermont Nuclear Decommissioning Citizens Advisory Panel held its last regular meeting of the year Monday evening. Members heard an update on the decommissioning of the former plant and discussed possible groundwater PFAS levels on the site. NorthStar Vermont Yankee…...
Burlington, Vermont City Council passes resolution targeting living conditions in college dorms
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (377+ words) Students from the University of Vermont have been appearing at Burlington City Council meetings over the last month to describe deplorable living conditions in campus dormitories. The council considered a resolution Monday night that would remove an exemption for local…...
Panel discussion on addiction recovery efforts held in Burlington, Vermont
2+ mon, 4+ day ago (338+ words) Residents, advocates and a few legislators gathered in Burlington last week to discuss additional recovery efforts, what's working and what's missing. The panel discussion "Recovery First in Burlington" was hosted by Building Burlington's Future, a group formed in June by…...
A tour of a Vermont gold level “Asthma Friendly” school
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (646+ words) Gertrude Chamberlin School is busy when I arrive. The 300-student pre-K-through-fifth grade school has just let out, the buses are departing, music is playing on loudspeakers, parents are picking up their kids, and staff in bright yellow vests are directing…...
The Joint Fiscal Committee of the Vermont Legislature receives reports on financial impacts of the federal shutdown
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (508+ words) The Vermont Legislature's Joint Fiscal Committee met late last week to discuss the impact of federal funding changes on the state. State leaders expressed concerns about potential cuts due to the government shutdown. The meeting was held to get a…...
Advocacy groups criticize Vermont governor’s executive order intended to enhance housing construction
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (309+ words) On September 17th, Vermont Governor Phil Scott signed an executive order intended to accelerate housing construction and address the state's housing shortage. This week, advocacy groups across the state called on the relevant state agencies to not act on the governor's…...
Stowe, Vermont officials discuss whether short-term rental registry ordinance should be modified
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (366+ words) It is nearly impossible to find affordable houses or apartments in Stowe, Vermont. Like many resort communities, the popularity of short-term Rentals is crowding out housing for local residents. At a recent Stowe Selectboard meeting, leaders discussed whether or not…...
Vermont Senator Peter Welch discusses federal issues
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (295+ words) A resolution to the federal government shutdown remains stonewalled in Washington. But it's not the only issue capturing the public's attention -- or frustrating rank-and-file legislators. Vermont Senator Peter Welch spoke to WAMC North Country Bureau Chief Pat Bradley before returning…...
Burlington, Vermont’s mayor and police chief provide a community safety update
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (229+ words) Burlington, Vermont's mayor and police chief presented a community safety update today offering crime statistics and an overview of efforts to promote safety. Police Chief Shawn Burke offered a number of graphs and charts outlining metrics on current crime data…...