Vermont, Now and Then: It’s Been a Long, Strange Trip
Vermonters are just contrary enough not to let the state get totally hijacked, but the Philistines are definitely making inroads.
Trade unions say keep Yankee open
“The economic benefits are a big reason why the state’s construction unions support re-licensing Yankee.”
Dubie: Legislative session should be about jobs
“Vermont state government was on an unsustainable path, even before the recession began.”
New developments at Vtdigger.org
Have you noticed some changes for the New Year over here at Vtdigger.org? Well, let us assure you, these changes are for the better, we hope.
State Seeks Citizen Input On Housing Plan
State officials are hoping members of the public will turn out to give their input about Vermont’s plans for spending millions of dollars in federal housing and economic development funds.
Report Rebuffs Retirement Commission Approach, Recommendations
Vermont-NEA on Tuesday released a report that outlines the approach lawmakers should take in devising ways to address the state’s short-term budget problems without destroying its six-decades-old teachers’ pension system.
Report: Housing Costs Burden Many Low-Income Vermonters
Vermont’s aging housing stock is inadequate, causing low-income households to spend more of their money on housing than they can afford, according to a report released today.
Vermont Receives $5.7 Million in Emergency Dairy Payments
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today announced that $5.7 million in emergency support to more than 1,000 Vermont dairy farmers has been released. The assistance, coming at a time when dairy farmers have experienced the lowest prices in 40 years, is part of a $350 million dairy assistance measure sponsored by Sanders.
