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February 09, 2012

Gov. Shumlin signs â€˜I Am Vermont Strongâ€™ license plate bill

off FEBRUARY 9 - MONTPELIER – Gov. Peter Shumlin today signed into law the ‘I Am Vermont Strong’ license plate bill, authorizing Vermonters to purchase the $25 plate and affix it to the front of their vehicles. Money raised by the sales will go to the Vermont Disaster Relief Fund to help people impacted by Tropical Storm Irene, as well as the Vermont Foodbank. Google Plus One Tweet Widget Facebook Likeread moreRead more

February 09, 2012

Gov. Shumlin appoints Jill Krowinski to Burlington House seat

Gov. Peter Shumlin today appointed Jill Krowinski of Burlington to replace outgoing state Rep. Rachel Weston for the seat representing Ward 3. Read more

February 08, 2012

DEC Ecosystem Restoration Grant Supports Lewis Creek Association’s Water Quality Planning Efforts

The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation awarded the Lewis Creek Association (LCA) a $30,713 Ecosystem Restoration Grant to support project development for the Pond Brook watershed, a Tributary of Lewis Creek, in Bristol, Monkton and Hinesburg. Read more

February 07, 2012

Special Snow Goose Harvest Opportunity

Since 2009 hunters have had the opportunity to pursue snow geese during the spring as a result of a special management action referred to as a “Conservation Order” allowed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and adopted by the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Board. Read more

February 07, 2012

Brown Enterprises, Inc., Larry Brown d/b/a Larry Brown Excavating, Larry Brown and Steven Brown Environmental Violations Result in State Action

The Department of Environmental Conservation’s Compliance and Enforcement Division (CED) announced that it has formally settled environmental violations involving Brown Enterprises, Inc., Larry Brown d/b/a Larry Brown Excavating, Larry Brown, and Steven Brown. These entities own and operate businesses engaged in sales, rentals, and service of outdoor power equipment as well as construction and excavation. Read more

February 07, 2012

Statewide Assessment Results Released - Fewer Than Half of Vermont High Schoolers Scored Proficient in Math, Science

Statewide assessment results for Fall 2011 were released by the Vermont Department of Education today at a press conference held in Montpelier. The results are from the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) exams, given to Vermont public school students in grades three through eight and grade 11. Students are tested in Reading and Mathematics. Writing is assessed at grades 5, 8, and 11. Science is given in grades 4, 8 and 11 each spring. Read more

February 07, 2012

Starting Over Strong - Resources for Recovery for Survivors of Tropical Storm Irene

Starting Over Strong (S.O.S.) Vermont teams now serving the communities most impacted by Tropical Storm Irene continue to collaborate with state and town officials, as well as with other flood-recovery service providers, to bring assistance to Vermonters affected by the 2011 flooding. Some of the same town officials, police, and firefighters who acted as first responders back in August are continuing to contribute to recovery efforts by connecting S.O.S. Vermont workers with families in need of support. Read more

February 06, 2012

Fishing is Hot on Lake Champlain

Super bowl Sunday is over and you’re looking for something to do? The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department reports that ice fishing in Vermont is heating up. Ice conditions have improved, and some memorable fish have been caught in recent weeks. Read more

February 06, 2012

Draft Water Quality Management Plan for the Black and Ottauquechee Rivers (Basin 10)

The Agency of Natural Resources is pleased to announce the release of the Draft Water Quality Management Plan for the Black and Ottauquechee Rivers (Basin 10). Read more

February 06, 2012

Vermont Youth Suicide Prevention Platform 2012 Launched - UMatter Campaign Recognized by National Best Practices Registry

The Vermont Youth Suicide Prevention Coalition and the Center for Health & Learning today presented the Vermont Youth Suicide Prevention Platform 2012, a guide for future suicide prevention efforts in the state. The full report is available at: www.healthandlearning.org. Read more

February 06, 2012

Gov. Shumlin and Legislative Leaders Propose Inclusion of 'Bronze Plan’

Gov. Peter Shumlin and legislative leaders today announced the inclusion of a "bronze plan" and a proposal to allow businesses with more than 50 employers to remain outside the Exchange until 2016. The Governor, Senate President Pro Tem John Campbell and House Speaker Shap Smith made the announcement today. Read more

February 06, 2012

Gov. Shumlin Applauds Komen Decision to Restore Funding for Planned Parenthood

Gov. Shumlin on Planned Parenthood funding: “I am pleased that supporters of women’s health programs across the country joined together to convince the Susan. B. Komen for the Cure Foundation to reverse its misguided cuts to Planned Parenthood. The Foundation and Planned Parenthood have traditionally been solid partners in ensuring women have affordable access to health care services, including breast cancer screening. Read more