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Author Archives: Michael Bielawski

First Step

A different ‘choice’: New pregnancy clinic to open Thursday in Rutland

The First Step Pregnancy Clinic, which offers pregnant women immediate help and choices for their babies other than abortion, will have its grand opening and open house Thursday evening.

June 25, 2019 in TNR News.
Michael Bielawski/TNR

Vermonters protest carbon tax at the Statehouse

The next Statehouse session is half a year away, but Vermonters who oppose a carbon tax staged a protest Sunday to tell lawmakers in advance they are ready to fight carbon tax legislation.

June 24, 2019 in TNR News.
U.S. Navy

Gov. Scott signs health care mandate without penalty

This week Gov. Phil Scott signed into law a health insurance mandate that does not include a penalty for those who don’t purchase health insurance. That’s good news for many Vermonters and health care sharing ministries.

June 19, 2019 in TNR News.
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Gov. Scott signs plastic bag ban despite criticism from industry, widespread doubts about usefulness

The nation’s newest plastic bag ban was signed into law Monday by Gov. Phil Scott, making Vermont yet another state with questionable restrictions on popular bags, straws and stirrers.

June 18, 2019 in TNR News.
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Windham School gets regional support in fight against forced school merger

There are a few remaining battles against forced school mergers across the state, even as the July 1 deadline quickly approaches just weeks away. One such community fighting back is the Windham district.

June 18, 2019 in TNR News.
Michael Bielawski/TNR

‘Green’ lawmakers call for enforced green energy quotas, a wealth tax, electric car subsidies

Top green activist lawmakers got together Wednesday night for a public discussion on the status of environmental legislation passed in Vermont, as well as goals they would like to see pursued next year.

June 13, 2019 in TNR News.
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Mexican national gets jail time as illegal northern border crossings continue to rise

A twice-deported Mexican national arrested in Burlington is headed to jail as the number of illegal crossings at the Canadian border continues to rise.

June 12, 2019 in TNR News.

Gov. Scott vetoes gun-purchase waiting period, signs unlimited abortion

Taking action on two of the most controversial pieces of legislation this session, Gov. Phil Scott has signed an unlimited abortion bill and vetoed a gun control bill.

June 11, 2019 in TNR News.
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Two-year anniversary of ‘You Are Loved’ mural helps raise awareness of human trafficking

Vermonters gathered Friday afternoon on Church Street to get an update on human trafficking in Vermont, and to remember its victims by marking the second anniversary of the “You Are Loved” mural, which was sponsored by the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

June 10, 2019 in TNR News.
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Bernie Sanders campaign focuses on Walmart, starts petition for $15 wage

Sanders’ new campaign against Walmart is a continuation of his attack on Amazon last fall. Amazon owner Jeff Bezos gave in to the senator’s demands and raised Amazon’s wage to $15.

June 7, 2019 in TNR News.
U.S. Navy

Bernie Sanders changes tone on guns amid mass shooting fallout

Just days after a mass shooting occurred at Virginia Beach, Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders harshly criticized the National Rifle Association and called for more gun control. But some of his latest comments run contrary to statements he’s made in the past.

June 4, 2019 in TNR News.
Michael Bielawski/TNR

Amid protests, former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says Republicans are winning on the economy

Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker wowed Republican audiences Thursday night at the Hilton Burlington in a fundraising event that attracted the party faithful and angered union protesters upset with the governor’s right-to-work legacy.

May 31, 2019 in TNR News.

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