The Latest Breaking News from Vermont

Vermont forester restores 175 acres, creating a pond, rich vegetation and a 100-tree orchard

Ethan Tapper acquired 175 acres of degraded woodland in Bolton, Vermont, and began a restoration project. He selectively cut trees, removed invasive species, and created a pond to enhance local wildlife habitat. Tapper also established an orchard with over 100 fruit trees and improved the forest understory. In 2022, he…

The Times of India · Oct 14

A Vermont janitor Ronald Read quietly invested for decades; when he died at 92, his estate was worth nearly $8 million

Ronald Read worked as a janitor in Vermont. He lived a simple life and saved his extra money. For decades, he bought shares in good companies and never sold them. When he died at 92, his estate was worth nearly $8 million. Regular savings and time built his secret wealth.

The Economic Times · Oct 7

New York and Vermont Join Amended 16-State Lawsuit Challenging HHS Removal of Seven Vaccines From Universal Childhood Recommendations

New York and Vermont joined an amended 16-state suit over HHS dropping seven vaccines from universal child recommendations. What parents should know.

Medical Daily · Oct 6

30 sheep to 500: How a Vermont couple turned solar farms into a thriving grazing business

Since its inception in 2018, Agrivoltaic Solutions LLC has revolutionized the use of sheep for grazing around solar panels. This rapidly expanding initiative, stretching across thousands of acres in various states, not only bolsters farmers' financial security but also lowers expenses for utility companies. By partnering with local livestock producers,…

The Times of India · Oct 1

Where Would You Want to Be If AI Went Wrong? Vermont Tops New State Readiness Ranking, Nevada Is Last

If artificial intelligence systems failed and disrupted everyday services, which states would be best equipped to keep functioning? A new ranking puts Vermont first and Nevada last, giving greater weight to natural resources, practical skills and community networks than technological prominence alone.

Latin Times · Sep 30

Which states could be hit hardest by Social Security cuts in 2032? These 10 face the biggest potential economic impact

If you live in one of these 10 states, a Social Security cut by 2032 could hit your local economy harder than elsewhere. The biggest potential impact is in West Virginia, Mississippi and Vermont, according to the CRFB scenario.

The Economic Times · Sep 24

Vermont man convicted of attempted murder of three Palestinian students

James Eaton, 51, faces life in prison after jury rejects insanity defense rooted in claims he was acting on orders from US and Israeli intelligence

The Guardian - US · Sep 21

Vermont man convicted of attempted murder in shooting of 3 Palestinian students

Jason Eaton, 51, stared ahead blankly as the verdict was read, standing alongside his lawyers who he tried to fire last week

The Independent UK · Sep 21

Vermont farmer grows family dairy into a 550-acre conservation program

The Choiniere family farm in northern Vermont has grown from a small dairy started with 14 cows on 100 acres into a much larger operation while placing greater attention on the land around it. Today, the farm is part of a 550-acre dairy operation where conservation work focuses on soil,…

The Times of India · Sep 21

Vermont shooter claims NPR radio station commanded him to open fire on Palestinian students

Jason Eaton insisted he was acting on orders from the CIA and Mossad when he shot three Palestinian college students who were walking past his home a few days after Thanksgiving

The Independent UK · Sep 14