Editor’s Note: This commentary is by the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, the Vt .Natural Resources Council, and the Vt. Association of Planning and Development Agencies. Climate change poses a significant threat to Vermont’s natural resources, economy, and way of […]
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Legislative preview presentations further inform business priorities
In advance of the 2024 legislative session, the Vermont Chamber of Commerce reintroduced its annual Legislative Preview Presentation series to provide guidance on the business priorities for the session and provide information on legislative activities and advocacy opportunities. This […]
A stronger state economy and Vermont Chamber’s 2024 legislative priorities
By Megan Sullivan Editor’s note: Megan Sullivan, of Jericho, is the vice president of government affairs for the Vermont Chamber of Commerce. Last year at this time, the Vermont Chamber of Commerce shared that “amid a nation more divided than ever, Vermont […]
Scott proposes more spending to bring Vermonters back to the workforce and attract workers from other states
By Fred Thys/VTDigger During his annual budget address on Tuesday, Jan. 18, Gov. Phil Scott proposed taking advantage of federal money pouring into Vermont to encourage more people to move into the state and to train Vermonters to fill thousands […]
Scott vetoes rental registry
Housing bill included statewide inspection system for short- and long-term rentals By Xander Landen/VTDigger Gov. Phil Scott on Friday, July 2, vetoed legislation that would have set up a rental registry and statewide system to enforce property safety standards. The governor […]
26th annual New World Festival celebrates Celtic and French Canadian music
Sunday, Sept. 2, 12 p.m.—RANDOLPH—Chandler’s New World Festival will present a diverse array of the finest regional and international performers from the Celtic and French Canadian music and dance traditions on Labor Day Sunday, Sept. 2. Events go from noon-11 […]
Okemo named among best Vermont workplaces for the third consecutive year
LUDLOW–Okemo Mountain Resort was recently named one of the 2016 Best Places to Work in Vermont. The annual list of the Best Places to Work in Vermont was created by Vermont Business Magazine, the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, the Vermont […]
A “Top Ten Fall Event,” Cider Days presses on in Belmont
Courtesy of Rick Weintraub Though now engine-powered, this century-old cider press is the highlight of Belmont’s Cider Days. Oct. 10 & 11 — BELMONT — Imagine watching fresh cider being made on a century old press and then enjoying a cup of […]
Exciting line-up announced for Chandler’s New World Festival
Courtesy of Chandler Center for the Arts Photo One: Festival-goers take part in a contra dance under a tent during a prior New World Festival. Photo Two: Seasoned musicians and those new to the festival will perform. Sunday, Sept. 6 […]
Okemo named among best places to work in Vermont
LUDLOW–On March 26, Vermont Business Magazine and the Vermont Chamber of Commerce announced the Best Places to Work in Vermont for 2015. Okemo Mountain Resort was ranked fourth in the large-business category, climbing three spots since earning honors for the […]