Vermont challenges federal high-risk label on $41 million grant
Vermont’s education agency and State Board are seeking reconsideration of a federal high-risk designation while saying they will meet the corrective deadlines.
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De Castro lifts Vermont to first America East win
Consu de Castro scored in the third quarter, with Veerle Nijhuis assisting, as Vermont beat UMass Lowell 1-0.
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Vermont approves $3.44 million in aid and endowment allocations
The approved distribution includes $2.46 million for non-loan student aid, with payments scheduled in FY2027 if requirements are met.
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Vermont launches tool to map residents’ internet speeds
VT Speed Check lets Vermonters test internet speeds, view anonymously aggregated results and find troubleshooting guidance.
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Twenty States Sue Over Trump Rules Narrowing Species Protections
Twenty states and D.C. sued over Endangered Species Act changes affecting habitat harm, threatened-species protections and critical-habitat decisions.
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Rural Vermont Gets $11.7 Million for Nursing Homes and Health Workers
Vermont’s first rural-health projects will fund tuition benefits, nursing-home equipment, dialysis access and licensed nursing-assistant training.
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Vermont’s proposed $92.7 million Meta settlement awaits court approval
Vermont would receive $92.7 million from Meta under a proposed settlement that would add new limits and safety controls for users under 18. Court approval is still required, and lawmakers would decide how the money is spent.
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Vermont campaign-finance compliance report draws scrutiny ahead of general election
A Secretary of State report found 409 of 429 Vermont candidates registered, but 41 registered candidates still lacked an August 1 report or affidavit as of August 6.
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Hartford advances 48-unit affordable housing project in White River Junction
Hartford plans to request the release of federal housing funds for Pinecrest Apartments, a proposed 48-unit affordable development at 33 Green Heights Drive.
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Vermont administration moves forward with wetlands-rule changes despite lawmakers’ objections
The Phil Scott administration advanced changes to Vermont’s wetlands rules on Aug. 4, 2026, in a statewide dispute over land-use regulation and environmental reviews.
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UVM Health cuts 76 jobs and restructures 66 more positions amid pressure to reduce costs
The University of Vermont Health Network says it will eliminate about 76 positions and require 66 employees to reapply for restructured jobs as it seeks to reduce expenses.
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Vermont administration advances wetlands-rule changes despite legislative objections
Gov. Phil Scott’s administration is continuing to pursue changes that could reduce wetland buffers for some housing projects, despite a legislative oversight committee’s formal rebuke in May.
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Killington voters will decide revised town budget after months-long standoff
The Killington Select Board approved a revised municipal budget June 29 and scheduled an Aug. 11 public vote after months of disagreement over staffing and employee benefits.
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EF-1 tornado leaves Quechee crews clearing debris and restoring power
An EF-1 tornado swept through Quechee during Vermont’s June 18 severe storms, leaving crews to clear trees and downed power lines while residents and businesses dealt with cleanup and access concerns.
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Waterbury development board reviews setback waiver for 549 Loomis Hill Road
Waterbury’s Development Review Board scheduled a public hearing for application #035-26, a setback-waiver request involving 549 Loomis Hill Road.
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State transportation agency advances US 2 slope rehabilitation in St. Johnsbury
The Vermont Agency of Transportation published a July 22 factsheet identifying rehabilitation of a failed roadside slope along US 2 in St. Johnsbury.
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Montpelier selects DEW Properties for exclusive negotiations on Country Club Road housing project
The Montpelier City Council voted unanimously on July 22 to authorize exclusive negotiations with DEW Properties, advancing the Country Club Road housing project without granting final approval or construction authorization.
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Bethel’s planned Route 12 resurfacing advances toward 2028 construction
A Vermont Agency of Transportation factsheet updated July 29 outlines planned pavement, drainage, signage and pedestrian-access work on Bethel’s Class 1 town highways.
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Jamaica selectboard considers DVFiber withdrawal, server and utility agreement
The Jamaica Selectboard scheduled discussion of a full or partial withdrawal from DVFiber for February 9, alongside reviews of a Green Mountain Power agreement and a new town-office server.
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Morristown quarry rejected while proposed industrial park wins Act 250 permit
Vermont’s District 5 Act 250 Commission rejected the quarry planned for a Morristown industrial park, citing local-rule, dust, air-quality and aesthetic concerns. The broader park received a permit, but its next construction plan is unclear without the rock operation.
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Waitsfield wastewater project still faces cost hurdle before planned bidding
Waitsfield’s planned community wastewater project remains subject to a cost-control threshold before it can go out to bid: net project costs must fall below the town’s approved $15 million bonding capacity. June records also outline easement, permitting and financing work, while a draft wastewater ordinance remains under public review.
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White River Junction train platform status remains unclear in current VTrans records
A current VTrans factsheet still lists June 11, 2026, as the target completion date for the White River Junction station platform reconstruction, while a January transportation presentation said the work was complete. The records do not show whether the schedule is stale or closeout work remained.