Woman who cleans strangers’ graves reveals why she lets the dead choose her Caitlin Abrams has gained attention for her videos cleaning 18th and 19th-century headstones in Vermont cemeteries The Independent UK · Oct 22
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
Stewart's Recalls Two Half-Gallon Ice Cream Flavors in New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire After Customer Finds Metal Stewart's Shops recalled Heavenly Medley and Vanilla-Chocolate-Strawberry half-gallons after a customer found metal. Check UPCs and best-by dates. Medical Daily · Oct 5
A Response to Michael Buschbacher on Suncor Energy v. Boulder County In which I reject the suggestion that my arguments do not support the respondent's position before the Supreme Court Reason · Oct 5
In 1950s America, Ronald Read began buying everyday blue-chip stocks; decades later, the janitor left behind an $8 million portfolio Ronald Read did not work in finance. He spent about 25 years at a Vermont gas station before working as a janitor at J.C. Penney for another 17 years. He left the store in 1997. Yet Read quietly built an investment portfolio worth millions. After his death in 2014 at… The Economic Times · Oct 2
Vermont Mental Health Agency Agrees to Pay $60,661 Over Claims It Billed Medicaid for Case Management Not Provided A Vermont mental health agency will pay $60,661.50 and audit services to settle claims it billed Medicaid for case management not provided. Medical Daily · Oct 2
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
The Independent UK · Sep 14 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 Economic Times · Sep 12 Could the US workweek drop to 32 hours? New Congress bill backed by Bernie Sanders and Mark Takano could change overtime rules A new bill proposes gradually reducing the US overtime threshold to 32 hours as U.S. Rep. Mark Takano, D-California, and Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, introduced a bill in Congress this week that would reduce the workweek to 32 hours. Lawmakers argue work has changed and productivity gains should benefit employees…
The Times of India · Sep 11 In the 1950s, Hugo Meyer bought abandoned Vermont farms; his family has protected 18,000+ acres In a remarkable effort, the Meyer family has preserved thousands of acres in the Worcester Range of Vermont, committing to a sustainable approach to timber management. This conservation initiative plays a vital role in protecting significant wildlife corridors and northern hardwood ecosystems, with part of the funding sourced from the…
The Economic Times · Sep 11 In 2018, Susan Sarandon bought 45 acres in Vermont for an off-grid solar-and-geothermal home; 5 years later, engineers and staff flagged 47 alleged construction problems Actress Susan Sarandon's dream of an off-grid Vermont estate encountered significant construction problems and a lawsuit. Her company filed suit against the contractor, alleging misrepresentation and inflated invoices for the $2 million project. Engineers and staff identified forty-seven separate issues, including mold and buckled siding. While the lawsuit was dismissed,…
The Times of India · Sep 11 Vermont town opens 1976 time capsule with a joint and birth-control packaging In 1976, as the United States celebrated its bicentennial, residents of Warren, Vermont, decided to leave a message for the future. They filled a time capsule with objects that reflected everyday life, local humour and the era’s changing culture, then buried it beneath the town. Among the contents were a…
Reason · Sep 10 Court Blocks Investigation of AI-Generated Video About Vermont Political Candidates Because Video Is Obviously "Ridiculous" From Friday's decision by Judge William Sessions (D. Vt.) in Poitras v. Clark: This case concerns a video that plaintiff… The post Court Blocks Investigation of AI-Generated Video About Vermont Political Candidates Because Video Is Obviously "Ridiculous" appeared first on Reason Magazine.
The Economic Times · Sep 8 A retiree had 800 gallons of maple syrup in the barn. Here’s why selling it may not cut Social Security benefits A Vermont retiree with 800 gallons of finished maple syrup could sell the inventory after retirement without those sales necessarily counting against Social Security’s earnings limit. Here’s how the timing of production, later sales and post-retirement work can affect Social Security benefits.
The Economic Times · Sep 7 US cracks down on H-1B wage manipulation in three states USCIS has flagged three H-1B cases involving alleged job misclassification and understated requirements that could have resulted in lower wages. The cases in Vermont, Nebraska and Florida involved technology and engineering roles, with USCIS denying, revoking or prompting withdrawal of affected petitions.
The Times of India · Sep 4 Vermont taxes 2.4 million acres of private forest on what it grows rather than what a developer would pay; owners who break the deal repay a decade of the difference Vermont employs a unique tax structure for forest and farmland, emphasizing productivity over market value. Known as the Current Use program, it dramatically reduces property taxes for landowners. Enrolled properties must adhere to a long-term agreement, and any withdrawal or development triggers a hefty land use change tax, effectively safeguarding…
The Economic Times · Sep 3 In 1869, Frederick Billings bought a deforested Vermont estate and replanted Mount Tom; 550 managed acres now form America's oldest professionally managed forest In 1869, Frederick Billings took the ambitious step of reforesting a deforested hillside in Vermont. His efforts led to the establishment of a thriving, sustainably managed forest that persists to this day, symbolizing environmental resilience and the power of foresight. Once ravaged by sheep farming, this land is now preserved…
The Independent UK · Aug 31 A new generation of elm trees could be equipped to beat the disease that killed the parents A group of 6,000 young American elms in Vermont could help save one of the country’s most iconic trees