Shumlin wants to “bill back” legal expenses in Entergy suit to Entergy
The Shumlin administration wants Entergy Corp. to pay for any legal expenses the state may incur as it defends itself against a lawsuit Entergy initiated against the state last week.
Patient sets fire at Vermont State Hospital
A Vermont State Hospital employee extinguished a fire in a patient’s room just after midnight on Thursday. The fire, which was intentionally set by a patient, was in the middle of the room, according to a press release from the Vermont State Police.
The Supremes: Guess who’s coming after dinner?
The defendant sought to block the testimony of a bar patron who had gotten into an argument with the visibly intoxicated defendant, which ended with the defendant using a racial epithet.
Adventures in horsekeeping: Near-goat experiences
That horses are prey animals is simply the nature of the beast. For them, life comes down to two compelling questions: “Can I eat it?” (as in grass, feed or treats) or “Can it eat me?” (as in a predator).
Braithwaite: The naked truth about wind power
If Green Mountain Power took the massive investment it is poised to make in Lowell and used it to make low-interest loans to help homeowners convert to geo-thermal heating systems, it could have far more impact on global warming at a fraction of the cost. It could also sell a lot more electricity.
Davis: Single-payer health care bill a foundation
Single-payer advocates understand that when it comes to health care reform everything happens in stages and, if we are ever going to get closer to establishing a single-payer health care system in Vermont, we have to take the first concrete step.
Secretary of State Jim Condos to develop a “Vermont Transparency Tour” for government officials
Secretary of State Jim Condos announced today that he is embarking on a “Vermont Transparency Tour” to travel the state to help educate and train local and state government officials on the laws of the state regarding Access to Public Records and Open Meetings.
Lyndon State College announces personnel restructuring plan
Vermont State Colleges Chancellor Tim Donovan announced today that Lyndon State College has begun a personnel restructuring plan designed to counter budget deficits that are forecast over the next three years.
Norwich University hosts annual Vermont Academy of Arts and Sciences Spring Student Symposium
Norwich University will host this year’s Vermont Academy of Arts and Sciences (VAAS) 2011 Intercollegiate Student Symposium on Saturday, April 30 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Lt. Governor Phil Scott to present “Green Restaurant” award to the Wayside Restaurant in Montpelier
Lt. Governor Phil Scott will recognize the owners of the Wayside Restaurant in Montpelier in a “green restaurant” award presentation on Tuesday, May 3
