Vermont News
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Woolf: Declining population continues to be a challenge for Vermont economy
by Art Woolf on March 30, 2020 at 6:41 pm
It will be more difficult for businesses and other employers to find workers to replace retirees and for new businesses to grow and prosper. Read the story on VTDigger here: Woolf: Declining population continues to be a challenge for Vermont economy.
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Judge issues order to protect Chittenden County residents from evictions
by Alan J. Keays on March 30, 2020 at 6:37 pm
The “standing” order, which also bans foreclosures, applies only to Chittenden County and will run through the judicial emergency caused by COVID-19. Read the story on VTDigger here: Judge issues order to protect Chittenden County residents from evictions.
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Burlington announces $110,000 fund for small business hurt during COVID-19
by Aidan Quigley on March 30, 2020 at 6:25 pm
Using cell phone data, Mayor Weinberger also said social distancing is working. Read the story on VTDigger here: Burlington announces $110,000 fund for small business hurt during COVID-19.
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VTDigger faces shortfall caused by COVID-19
by Anne Galloway on March 30, 2020 at 5:32 pm
The Vermont Journalism Trust board has directed budget reductions of 21%, or $514,000, in the face of the grim economic reality we all face in the months ahead. Read the story on VTDigger here: VTDigger faces shortfall caused by COVID-19.
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As ‘stay home’ order continues, Vermonters find relief in exercise exemption
by Ellie French on March 30, 2020 at 4:00 pm
Hiking, skateboarding and fishing, Vermonters are getting outside while keeping safe distances from each other. Read the story on VTDigger here: As ‘stay home’ order continues, Vermonters find relief in exercise exemption .
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To fill ‘essential’ need, vape shops go curbside
by Justin Trombly on March 30, 2020 at 1:07 pm
‘It’s their alternative to tobacco,’ said one store owner. ‘I don’t want them smoking cigarettes.’ Read the story on VTDigger here: To fill ‘essential’ need, vape shops go curbside.
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Outbreak at senior living facility in Essex; total cases in Vermont reach 256
by Anne Galloway on March 30, 2020 at 11:30 am
State says two deaths are related to COVID-19 spread at the 104-unit apartment complex. Read the story on VTDigger here: Outbreak at senior living facility in Essex; total cases in Vermont reach 256.
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Vermont orders incoming travelers to self-quarantine for 14 days
by Alan J. Keays on March 30, 2020 at 11:01 am
Gov. Phil Scott amended his 'stay home' order to discourage travel from coronavirus 'hot spots' and advise all incoming travelers to self-quarantine. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont orders incoming travelers to self-quarantine for 14 days.
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COVID-19 Roundup: The timing of Vermont’s actions; Telehealth expands
by Elizabeth Hewitt on March 29, 2020 at 9:08 pm
A digest of VTDigger's coronavirus coverage from across the state. Read the story on VTDigger here: COVID-19 Roundup: The timing of Vermont’s actions; Telehealth expands.
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Police make compliance checks to see if local lodgings are harboring out-of-staters
by Anne Galloway on March 29, 2020 at 8:59 pm
Over the weekend, police visited inns, motels and hotels to see if they were complying with the 'stay home' order. Read the story on VTDigger here: Police make compliance checks to see if local lodgings are harboring out-of-staters.
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Abortion in Texas will resume, despite Attorney General orders
on March 30, 2020 at 6:40 pm
A federal judge halted Texas's temporary ban on abortion, allowing the procedure to resume despite the state's suspension of "non-essential" procedures.
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Coronavirus updates: NY governor to health care workers: "Please come help us"
on March 30, 2020 at 6:20 pm
President Trump has extended the nationwide shutdown of thousands of businesses until April 30, prolonging social distancing measures.
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Watch live: Trump says nationwide stay-at-home order is "pretty unlikely" at this point
on March 30, 2020 at 6:02 pm
The president introduced a new coronavirus test from Abbott that takes five minutes to process.
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Rural-state governors tell Trump they need tests, medical supplies
on March 30, 2020 at 5:47 pm
The epicenter of the outbreak in the U.S. is in New York and other urban areas, and they're getting the bulk of the equipment.
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2020 Daily Trail Markers: Rural governors tell Trump of supply shortages
on March 30, 2020 at 5:33 pm
They warned that despite the worsening coronavirus situation in New York and other urban areas, more sparsely populated parts of the country need help, too.
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7-year-old boy spends life savings to make care packages for the elderly
on March 30, 2020 at 5:31 pm
7-year-old Cavanaugh Bell spent his entire life savings – $600 – to buy groceries for the elderly during the coronavirus outbreak. So far, he's given out over 125 care packages to seniors in Maryland – and his ultimate goal is even bigger.
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Wall Street's rally rolls on, aided by health care stocks
on March 30, 2020 at 5:14 pm
Investors were buoyed by health care companies announcing developments that could slow the pandemic.
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Wall Street's rally rolls on, aided by health care stocks
on March 30, 2020 at 5:14 pm
Investors were buoyed by health care companies announcing developments that could slow the pandemic.
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Trump announces social distancing guidelines extended to April 30
on March 30, 2020 at 5:11 pm
"The better you do, the faster this whole nightmare will end," Mr. Trump told reporters in the Rose Garden.
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Pastor arrested after holding packed church service in Florida
on March 30, 2020 at 5:05 pm
Sheriff told leaders of The River at Tampa Bay Church they violated a local "safer-at-home" order to stem the spread of COVID-19.