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VTDigger provides independent, nonpartisan reporting on Vermont’s economy, including business activity, labor trends, state finances and the effects of tax and budget policy on Vermonters.
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Montpelier’s former post office is up for auction this month. Its lead contender has doubts about the property’s condition.
An earlier attempt to sell fell through after the buyer discovered PCBs on the property. It still hopes to buy it, but questions remain.
Vermont’s public lands are costly to maintain. And soon, many may be more expensive to visit.
In an unusual endorsement of new state fee revenues, Gov. Phil Scott cited a “constant effort” from his administration to balance accessibility with unavoidable costs.
South Burlington Planning Commission discusses data centers
“This is fast moving, but we didn’t want to be caught on our heels,” the planning and zoning director told the commission, which has outlined some initial land use regulations related to the topic.
International trade organization adds to pressure on Hannaford to join Milk With Dignity
Vermont activist group Migrant Justice has protested Hannaford for years, asking it to commit to the program for workplace protections. Now an assessment from an international trade organization is telling the company to come to the table.
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April jobs report points to a decrease in employment in the state
“The size of Vermont’s labor force continues to steadily decline even as higher costs put pressure on household budgets across the state,” said Kendal Smith, Vermont’s labor commissioner.
After a long, cold winter, energy costs are soaring. Some Vermonters are reevaluating their options.
“I’m on quite a restricted budget,” said one Vermonter who planned to switch away from oil heating. “I’m really, really worried about where things are right now.”
South Burlington mail delivery woes are caused by short staffing, says Postal Service
Residents have complained of limited deliveries and mail taking weeks longer than expected.
GlobalFoundries seeks buyer for Williston campus
“We know an Amazon warehouse wants to come to this area, and I don’t think Williston wants that,” said Williston Planning Commission member Jill Pardini.
Enosburg Falls cream cheese producer agrees to pay the state $265,000 for allegedly releasing untreated wastewater
Franklin Foods was accused of repeatedly violating its pretreatment permit, including releasing untreated liquid waste to the Enosburg Falls wastewater treatment facility.
A Green Mountain lithium rush? Don’t go digging just yet.
Federal officials are hyping a USGS lithium study covering parts of Vermont and its neighbors. Geologists urge caution.
Vermont farmers face increased fuel prices due to war in Iran
Vermont’s agricultural industry is feeling the pinch in rising fuel costs due to the war in Iran and subsequent blockade on ships carrying fuel supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
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