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Drug ODs are up as the state faces more quarantines

In Chittenden County, overdose deaths are climbing back to their 2017 peak. Health officials worry that the new wave of the pandemic could make things worse statewide.

By Katya Schwenk

Dec 1 2020, 3:37 PMDecember 1, 2020

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Progressive mayoral candidates aim to distinguish themselves in nominating caucus
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Burlington opens a long-term Covid testing site
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Police: Manhunt underway for accused Newport shooter; alleged accomplices arrested
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Dec 1 2020, 4:56 PMDecember 1, 2020
ECFiber maps data for broadband builds in Orange and Windsor counties
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State apologizes for testing mishap as it expands its testing and tracing efforts
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Dec 1 2020, 4:18 PMDecember 1, 2020
Barre hoists Black Lives Matter flag, with ‘thin blue line’ on deck
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Dec 1 2020, 3:53 PMDecember 1, 2020
Drug ODs are up as the state faces more quarantines
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Schools in difficult spot about Thanksgiving gathering quarantines
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NVU receives $3.5 million gift from Carhartt CEO
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Dec 1 2020, 1:24 PMDecember 1, 2020
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Obituaries

Alan Wallace Perkins, adventurer, scholar, woodworker, storyteller, Lebanon, NH
Alan will be remembered as a gentle, friendly and generous soul with a wry sense of humor, and above all, as a storyteller with an astonishing memory for detail and a rich repertoire drawn from his far-ranging adventures and experience. Read more
Eleanor Bemis, “The Cookie Lady”, Westminster
Eleanor was known for her kind spirit and generosity in helping others. She enjoyed spending time with her friends of Charlestown and Bellows Falls senior centers; especially during band concerts, holiday bazaars, and seasonal turkey suppers. Read more
Barbara Jordan, teacher, coach and athlete, South Burlington, Vermont
Barbara was an eternal optimist who believed in mindfulness, meditation and prayer. She spread love and joy. Change your thoughts, she said, and you can change your reality. Read more

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Jack Lazor, organic dairy trailblazer, remembered as teacher, mentor
The co-founder of Butterworks Farm in Westfield and an organic agriculture pioneer died Saturday at 69.
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Nov 30 2020December 1, 2020
Politics

Newfane Rep. Emily Long is the likely choice for next majority leader
So far she is the only Democrat to tell the caucus she is running for the post. Lawmakers making bids for the three other spots on her leadership team are also running unopposed.
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Nov 30 2020November 30, 2020

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As Covid-19 cases rise, what should trigger a decision to close Vermont…

As a practical matter, it’s likely that having staff out of commission — either because they’re sick or in quarantine — will require closures before viral transmission makes it necessary from a public health perspective.

By Lola Duffort
Nov 29 2020November 29, 2020
Business & Economy

Farm succession planners work to preserve Vermont’s agricultural heritage

High land values and a heavy debt load make it difficult for young people who don’t have family ties to a farm to break into agriculture. Several groups are trying to help.

By Anne Wallace Allen
Nov 29 2020November 30, 2020
Business & Economy

In Burlington, Church Street businesses brace for a slow holiday season

The worst financial impacts will likely come in the first quarter of 2021. The executive director of Church Street Marketplace said it’s “always a possibility” that some stores won’t survive the pandemic — especially if Congress doesn’t pass more coronavirus relief funding.

By Ellie French
Nov 29 2020November 29, 2020
Business & Economy

‘Butter boom’ emerges as a bright spot for Vermont’s dairy industry

With more people staying home since March, butter makers say Vermonters are buying their product for home use in greater quantities than in years past. The sales uptick is one of a few positive signs in what's been a brutal stretch for the state's dairy industry.

By James Finn
Nov 29 2020November 29, 2020

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ECFiber maps data for broadband builds in Orange and Windsor counties

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VTrans’ $600,000 Covid sign blitz targets travel to and from state

Farm succession planners work to preserve Vermont’s agricultural heritage

Brattleboro will reconsider its shelved plan to cap rental move-in costs

‘Butter boom’ emerges as a bright spot for Vermont’s dairy industry

Crime and Justice

Police: Manhunt underway for accused Newport shooter; alleged accomplices arrested

Barre hoists Black Lives Matter flag, with ‘thin blue line’ on deck

Jay Peak receiver’s bill for cleaning up EB-5 scandal now tops $9 million

Vermont man sues Arizona Beverages, claiming rodent’s tail was in his canned iced tea

After five years of delays, Vermont State Police deploy body-worn cameras

SCOV Law: A roundup of recent Supreme Court decisions

Education

Schools in difficult spot about Thanksgiving gathering quarantines

NVU receives $3.5 million gift from Carhartt CEO

Can pandemic migration save Vermont’s small schools? Not likely

Remote Learning : Four Sides of the Story

As Covid-19 cases rise, what should trigger a decision to close Vermont schools?

After Thanksgiving, schools will require students who attend multi-household gatherings to quarantine

Energy & Environment

Trout are on the rise again in the Battenkill, a river prized by anglers

Should Vermonters throw turkey scraps in the backyard compost?

State halts plan to back-permit Chittenden Solid Waste District glass dumping

Scott administration floats a court challenge to the Global Warming Solutions Act

Help for overdue utility bills expanded to include water and sewer charges

Higher Ground move hits another roadblock

Health Care

Covid testing

Burlington opens a long-term Covid testing site

State apologizes for testing mishap as it expands testing and tracing efforts

Drug ODs are up as the state faces more quarantines

Is there a ‘skater zero’ tied to Central Vermont’s Covid outbreak?

Vermont reports two new deaths from Covid, 68 new cases

Vermont crosses 4,000 Covid case threshold; concerns over long-term care facilities

People & Places

Jack Lazor, organic dairy trailblazer, remembered as teacher, mentor

Thetford officials suspend rec director over TikTok posts

State and town snowplow crews worried about running short of drivers

Then Again: AT&T founder was also a gentleman farmer in Lyndon

Vermonters turn to colleges to polish up their skills during the pandemic

YWP: ‘Survivor’

Politics

Tracy Pine

Progressive mayoral candidates aim to distinguish themselves in nominating caucus

Newfane Rep. Emily Long is the likely choice for next majority leader

Rutland City Alderman Chris Ettori plans run for mayor

Pine raises $10K in Burlington mayoral race ahead of Progressive caucus

Vermont Conversation: Kesha Ram breaks barriers as the first woman of color in Vermont’s Senate

Scott: Trump ‘bruised’ confidence in integrity of elections

Commentary

Henry Parker: We must preserve the liberal arts

Turner Osler: If masks are the answer, why is Covid still raging?

Betsy Dorminey: Vermont-style ‘crunchy conservatism’ is what the country craves

Suresh Garimella: Tuition freeze is one commitment among many for UVM

Bob Stannard: ‘How Can I Miss You If You Won’t Go Away?’

Walt Amses: A slight glimmer?

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