VTA announces expansion of VTel 4G wireless service in southeast Vt.
“This project will address gaps in broadband service in southeast Vermont that would be very difficult to reach without state assistance,” said Christopher Campbell, Executive Director of the VTA.
Casella Waste Systems, Inc. to present at upcoming investor conference
The company indicated that, while this presentation is not expected to include any material non-public information, the presentation will be made available to all investors on the company’s website.
Fuse named one of Outside Magazine’s 2011 Best Places to Work in America
Fuse, LLC, a marketing agency that helps brands target teens and young adults, today was named toOutside magazine’s fourth annual “Best Places to Work” list. Fuse was ranked number 26 out of 50 selected companies.
Starr: Wind towers in the eye of the beholder
Beauty is always in the eye of the beholder. What some consider an eyesore, others consider lovely or intriguing.
Another report debunks tax flight myth
A new report, this one by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities in Washington, D.C., provides more evidence to refute the claim that wealthy residents will move if they are asked to pay higher taxes.
Delays on I-89 South between Exit 16 and 14 due to lane closure
VTrans officials said contractors are installing an access road to allow work on a pipe. This has required the closure of the southbound driving lane starting just north of exit 15. Some traffic stoppages have been reported as of this morning.
Rep. Lorber Advances Mayoral Bid
“I’m doing my homework,” said Lorber, who in addition to the Backyard Brainstorms has already held 75 one-on-one meetings with community members, with many more planned. “For now, my job is to engage in listening, and form relationships across the city.”
Gov. Peter Shumlin’s statement strontium-90 found in edible portion of fish
“Today’s troubling news from the Vermont Department of Health is another example of Entergy Louisiana putting their shareholders’ profits above the welfare of Vermonters.”
Ladies First boat promises to lead the Dragon Boat Race
“We haven’t practiced that much,” said Nina Dahlstedt Buss, an outreach coordinator for the Vermont Department of Health’s Ladies First program. “But we just might lead the way when it comes to enthusiasm and passion for the event.”
Hospital budget hearing draws handful of participants
by Taylor Dobbs | August 4, 2011
Hospitals are required to stay at or below the 4 percent increase, but certain costs such as information technology investments and private practice acquisitions can be exempted from these calculations.
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