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Tracy Davis Pierce
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Scam Alert: “Mandatory” COVID-19 Test Texts are a Scam
The coronavirus outbreak has been big business for scammers. First it was fake masks, then fake government grants, and now it’s a fake COVID-19 tests. In the past few days, BBB Scam Tracker (BBB.org/ScamTracker) has gotten numerous reports of phony text messag... More »
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Health officials caution against using non-approved drugs for COVID-19 treatment
BURLINGTON – As reports appear in the news of certain drugs being potentially used for treatment or prevention of COVID-19, the Vermont Department of Health strongly urges caution. At this time, the U.S. Drug Administration has not approved any drugs specifica... More »
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Vermont Department of Public Safety issues guidance on enforcement of ‘Stay Home, Stay Safe’ executive order
Law enforcement will rely on educating the public and receiving voluntary compliance as Vermonters unite to care for one another WATERBURY, Vt. (March 25, 2020) — The Vermont Department of Public Safety on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, issued guidance to local p... More »
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Schools for preK-12 students shall remain dismissed for in-person instruction for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year
STATE OF VERMONTEXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTGUBERNATORIAL DIRECTIVE TO ALL SCHOOL BOARDS AND SUPERINTENDENTS AND CHILD CARE PROVIDERS CONTINUITY OF LEARNING PLANNING PROVISION OF SERVICES TO CHILDREN OF ESSENTIAL PERSONS DURING CLOSURE PERIOD IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19 W... More »
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Scam Alert: Government Relief Checks Trigger Latest Coronavirus Scam
The proposed federal stimulus package announced this week includes sending every American a check to offset lost income from the coronavirus crisis. Scammers wasted no time in taking advantage of this news! BBB is already getting reports on BBB Scam Tracker (B... More »
Vermont Department of Taxes Releases FAQ about Upcoming Tax Due Dates
The Vermont Department of Taxes continues to carefully monitor the evolving situation related to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are working closely with the office of Gov. Phil Scott, the legislature, and community leaders. We are also following changes at the fede... More »
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NEK economy is struggling with corona
by Tena Starr So far, the coronavirus has killed two people in Vermont, but it’s slaughtering the economy. We want to emphasize right away that it’s a steep price to pay, but if the alternative is our friends and family dying, it’s a price that must be paid. ... More »
Obituaries 3.25.20
Robert Guy Wing Robert Guy Wing died on Thursday, March 19, 2020. He was born on May 1, 1941, in Newport. He was the son of Guy H. Wing and Arline M. (Barnes) Wing. Robert spent his formative years in Island Pond, where he hunted, fished, skied, and reveled ... More »
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Welch, Scott outline plans for fighting coronavirus
by Joseph Gresser State and federal authorities have taken strong measures to combat the spread of COVID-19, and the state, at least, is signaling the possibility of stronger measures in the future. Over the past week or so, Governor Phil Scott has banned gath... More »
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Irasburg asphalt plant appeals permit decision
by Joseph Gresser IRASBURG — Jeff Hutchins, the owner of J. Hutchins, Inc., is pursuing twin tracks to get approval for a new asphalt plant he has already installed at his sand and gravel pit off Route 58 here. He has applied for an amended Act 250 permit whi... More »
