Editor’s note: This commentary is by the University of Vermont faculty and staff of Theatre, Dance & Speech and Debate. Their names are listed below. Dear President Garimella, Provost Prelock, Dean Falls, and the Members of the Board of Trustees, We, the faculty and staff of Theatre, Dance & Speech and Debate, strongly reject the…
Constellation prizes: When to find northern lights, Geminids, and more in Vermont
The night sky is showing off this month with the aurora, Geminids and the Christmas star. What Vermonters should know. Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
‘We’re very sorry’: Cost of UVM hospital cyberattack at $1.5 million a day and counting
On Oct. 28, the UVM Medical Center was hit with a cyberattack that devastated its computer networks, costing millions and disrupting lives. Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
Another Burlington restaurant shuts down temporarily as COVID-19 pandemic affects economy
C’est Ca, which in September replaced Duino Duende at Radio Bean complex on North Winooski Avenue, will close “for the next few months.” Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
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Melinda Moulton: How we’re coping, and thriving in the pandemic
Editor’s note: This commentary is by Melinda Moulton, of Huntington, who is the CEO of Main Street Landing in Burlington. The Covid pandemic is the number one issue of our time. It has affected every aspect of human existence in every corner of the world. No one is exempt from the realities of this deadly…
Tomasz Jankowski: Health care system change takes time, patience and investment
Editor’s note: This commentary is by Tomasz L. Jankowski, of Newport, who is president and CEO of Northeast Kingdom Human Services. Prior to that he was director of the Neuroscience Institute at Mercy Health and director of Ambulatory Rehabilitation at Ohio State University’s Wexner Medical Center. He is a member of the board of OneCare…
Do you want to build a snowman? Winooski seeks snow artists for upcoming Winter Art Walk
The Winooski snow art contest will probably happen in January or February, but sign up and start practicing now. Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
The Scale brought poké to Vermont, and now brings the raw-fish dish to Essex Junction
The Scale owners have brought the raw-fish dish to Williston and Essex Junction, and they have additional Vermont locations in mind. Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
South End portion of Burlington Bike Path reopens after rehabilitation
The city of Burlington said that the stretch of the bike path near the Barge Canal features improvements to path width and safety. Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
Philip Finkelstein: Incentivize to immunize
Editor’s note: This commentary is by Philip Finkelstein, of Charlotte, who is a technical writer and business analyst. After attending the University of British Columbia, where he received a BA in political science, he served as a blog contributor for Citizens’ Climate Lobby. Americans value their freedom. So much so, that refusing to wear a…
Vermont Faith Leaders: It’s time to stop the hate
Editor’s note: This commentary is signed by a group of Vermont faith leaders whose names are listed below. It’s one thing to disagree. It’s one thing to voice one’s concerns over potential wrongdoing.It’s one thing to protest against an injustice.It’s one thing to hold and to share frustration over a perceived or real offense. It’s another…
Winooski Schools to go fully remote for one week due to positive COVID cases
Winooski School District Superintendent Sean McMannon said a third person within the Winooski community has tested positive for coronavirus. Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
Owner of The Edge health club worries COVID-19 surge could lead to closures
Mike Feitelberg, president of The Edge, is worried the COVID-19 surge could push the governor to close gyms again. Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
On anniversary of John Lennon’s death, Vermont native and Broadway performer releases a tribute
Merritt David Janes, original cast member of ‘School of Rock,’ records ‘Peace and Love Will Never Die’ to honor former Beatle and his widow, Yoko Ono Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
Trooper fired his gun during West Haven standoff; no injuries reported
A West Haven man is facing a slew of charges, including attempted murder, for allegedly trying to run down a state police trooper, which prompted another trooper to open fire. No one was injured in the incident. Reginald Book, 70, was taken into custody early Monday morning following a nearly 12-hour standoff with police in…
Daniel Felde: When the vaccine arrives, Vermont must prioritize incarcerated people
Editor’s note: This commentary is by Daniel Felde, of Burlington, who is a senior at the University of Vermont studying political science. With the first coronavirus vaccines set to arrive soon, Vermonters may be envisioning freedom. To some, freedom is a future of nightlife, dinner with friends, “normalcy.” To others, freedom is the promise of…
Santa-tizing the holidays: How Santa visits in Vermont have changed during COVID
Seeing Santa during the pandemic: how families can connect with the jolly old elf and how the business of being Santa has changed. Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
Peak power: Can electric vehicles help the power grid meet demand?
Green Mountain Power is piloting a program that will draw on electric vehicles to help its customers get through peak energy demand for less Top Featured Tags: – Vermont News Press Release Distribution Service
