On Veterans Day, it’s important that we remember and honor those who have given so much for us. A powerful way to express our gratitude for their sacrifice is to emulate the values we cherish in our veterans community by exercising our rights and participating in the enrichment of our society.
Nearly 430 acres of town forestland here remains closed to the public almost five years after a local family sold the property for people to enjoy. And a spat between selectboard members and the committee responsible for the land brought the Andrews Community Forest’s sluggish management to the forefront last month.
Permanent Maine residents 65 or older who have owned a home for at least 10 years may apply through their towns to have their property taxes frozen at their current level. One wonders what the fiscal impact to Vermonters of such a policy would be.
Residents in five Chittenden County municipalities voted Tuesday to form a Communications Union District (CUD) to pool demand, resources, and speed up the build-out of universal broadband. 89% of voters cast a ballot in favor of forming the Chittenden County CUD.
A staggering 86% of veterans have said that finding a career path is one of their biggest challenges when exiting the Armed Forces. Veterans also cited a lack of feedback from hiring managers and translating military skills into the private sector as obstacles.
The fate of the U.S. House and Senate remain undetermined on Veterans Day, three days after voting concluded in the midterm elections.
As mortgage rates climbed, typical monthly mortgage payments on existing single-family homes with a 20% down payment skyrocketed by 50% in the third quarter of 2022 compared to the year prior, according to data released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Thursday.
When the 2023 Legislature convenes, the beefed-up Democrat/Progressive super-majority will have the leisure of passing bills without fear of a successful veto by Gov. Phil Scott.
There are signs that the election asteroid impacted on Republican candidates, and pro-life Republicans most of all. And that the asteroid could well be named “Article 22.”
The New Hampshire State House, with 400 seats, is still technically a toss-up. The current balance is 203 Republicans to 197 Democrats. But there are still races undeclared. Also, Republicans could have the “majority” seats but still lose control.
Measure 114, often referred to as the Reduction of Gun Violence Act, will require background checks, firearm training, fingerprint collection, and a permit to purchase any firearm. And it will place every gun owner in a database.
Burlington voters have approved moving forward with construction of a new high school and technical center. Burlingtonians approved the $165 million bond measure, which passed with more than 75% of the votes.