FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 19, 2021 CONTACT: Simeon Chapin, Community Impact Officer, VSECU [email protected] / 802-371-5123 VSECU KICKS OFF ANNUAL PROGRAM WHERE MEMBERS DIRECT $50,000 TO VERMONT NON-PROFITS Vermont non-profits are invited to apply for funds now through November 24 MONTPELIER, VT – VSECU is announcing the annual launch of We Care 2, a member-directed […]
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Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission and town of Moretown complete stormwater treatment final design phase
Moretown, VT – The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) is pleased to announce that they have completed the final engineering design phase for a project that will treat stormwater runoff at the Moretown Elementary School and Town Office in Moretown, VT. The project will treat stormwater draining from surrounding hillsides and the parking lot shared […]
New CT scan operating at Gifford
Gifford recently acquired and installed a new GE Revolution CT scan. “The upgrade in technology means a huge advantage for us and our patients,” Gifford Radiology Technologist, Anna Marisseau said. “We can get people in and out faster.” The new CT scan has twice as many detectors as the previous machine, meaning shortened scan times […]
Chronic staffing shortages threaten operation of local childcare programs
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release: 10/12/21 Central Vermont Childcare Providers Network Contact information: Vicky Senni, [email protected] Kathleen Burroughs, [email protected] Throughout Vermont child care providers report that ongoing and worsening hiring challenges now coupled with symptoms of illness that keep teachers home are resulting in conditions that jeopardize their ability to keep their doors open — […]
Concord Health Center re-opens to better serve Essex County
Concord, VT – Northern Counties Health Care (NCHC) recently announced the re-opening of the Concord Health Center following a complete remodel and an 1,120 square foot expansion. Changes and enhancements include a new patient entrance, re-designed reception and waiting area with increased privacy at check-in and check-out, improved patient flow and wider hallways, two respiratory […]
Lund and community leaders break ground on the James B. Reardon Memorial Pavilion
PRESS RELEASE October 12, 2021 MEDIA CONTACT Efe Çimrin 802.864.7467 x2040 [email protected] Burlington – Lund and community leaders broke ground today on a new pavilion at the agency’s Residential Treatment Program. The pavilion, which will provide new, covered outdoor space for families and staff at the program, will be dedicated to the memory of […]
Wheels for Warmth event resumes after Covid pause, seeks tires to help Vermonters stay safe and warm this winter
(BARRE, VT) – Wheels for Warmth is back in action for its 16th annual tire recycle and resale event, collecting tires from around the state to be either recycled or sold at affordable prices so Vermonters are safe on the road this winter. Proceeds from the event go to emergency heating assistance throughout Vermont provided by Capstone Community Action, […]
Vermont Bond Bank helps reduce water operating costs in South Royalton through refunding
Burlington, VT (October 12, 2021) – The Vermont Bond Bank (“Bond Bank”) completed a refunding loan for the Royalton Fire District #1 (“District”) last week that will allow the debt to be retired one year earlier than otherwise possible. Savings from the loan represent 12 percent of the refunded principal. The Bond Bank’s refunding loan […]
VSAC webinar shows you how to get the financial aid you need with FAFSA
WINOOSKI (Oct. 12, 2021) – Vermont Student Assistance Corp. (VSAC) has a full line-up of virtual resources to help students and families, and adults returning to school learn about the financial aid that is available and how to apply for it. October is the official kickoff of the higher education financial aid season with the […]
Construction of road erosion control improvements begin in Hubbard Park
Thanks to a grant secured by the Friends of the Winooski River, the City of Montpelier and its Parks Department will begin improvements to the Hubbard Park gravel road system today, October 12, 2021. These improvements should reduce damage to the roads during rain storms and protect the water quality of the parks stream and […]
New medical codes to track social determinants of health
News Release For Release October 11, 2021 Contact: Sara Teachout (802) 371-3254 [email protected] As of October 1, health care providers now have the ability to track a patient’s social determinants of health through new medical codes championed by Family Nurse Practitioner Sarah DeSilvey and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont (Blue Cross). When the […]
Snelling Center for Government announces the Vermont Leadership Institute Class of 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 12, 2021 – The Snelling Center for Government is pleased to announce the Vermont Leadership Institute Class of 2022. Heather Allin, South Burlington, Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living Nick Anzalone, St. Johnsbury, The Achievement Network Gaston Bathalon, Troy, Town of Troy Selectboard and School Board Robyn Baylor, South Burlington, […]
Medicine for our times: Living the legacy of Howard Thurman
As we look around, we see fear, anger, fighting, factionalism even despair. Where can we turn for help? The life and teachings of Howard Thurman are the perfect medicine for these times. Who was he? Howard Thurman (1899-1981) rises as one of the most influential African Americans of the last century. He was called, “the […]
RSG celebrates 35 years: Employee-owned company continues to help clients understand why people and systems do what they do
WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, VERMONT, October 8, 2021— RSG, an employee-owned company headquartered in Vermont and founded by three Dartmouth professors, is celebrating a remarkable 35 years in business this month. In 1986, RSG’s founders conceived of a new model of consulting to help governments and businesses. Their idea? Combine academic rigor with serious data analysis […]