Social distancing
A scarecrow and a mannequin on Main Street in Montpelier display the proper social distancing of 6 feet recommended to impede the spread of the coronavirus, on April 5, 2020. Photo by Cate Chant/VTDigger

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“We must be prepared for things to get worse before they get better,” Gov. Phil Scott said at the start of a press briefing on Monday, as the state heads into what is expected to be the peak weeks of the coronavirus outbreak in Vermont. See VTDigger’s story

Vermont Agency of Transportation officials are monitoring traffic at major state border crossings, however, it is not taking down license plate numbers or referring information to law enforcement officers. The governor says the action is to monitor his stay home order. See VTDigger’s story 

As the coronavirus crisis envelops daily life — and squeezes Vermont’s dairy industry — the state’s undocumented community faces exacerbated risks and unique challenges, including crowded working conditions, access to health care and food. See VTDigger’s story

Due to the coronavirus and social isolation aimed at limiting the spread of the virus, college admissions offices and their admitted students are shifting from the typical campus tours and admitted student days to virtual alternatives. See VTDigger’s story

Doctor’s offices closed for all but emergency visits are enduring lack of revenue, but the state’s independent practices are feeling particularly hard hit and are asking the state for relief. Some say they face closing their practices. See VTDigger’s story

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Swanton prison in lockdown after 2 more staffers test positive for Covid-19

Covid-19 delays arrival of temporary farm workers from Jamaica

22 Birchwood Terrace staff test positive for Covid-19

Vermont Jews mark Passover with new perspective 

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Cate Chant is a news editor at VTDigger. Her professional life has included various aspects of publishing, including graphic arts, writing and editing. She has lived off and on in Vermont; her latest return...

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