Coronavirus update: Americans could face more restrictions
Americans should expect to face more restrictions on their social interactions soon as government officials in states across the U.S. work to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Frenier: President Trump’s payroll relief plan
Suspending the payroll tax can happen in a matter of days — no new government administrators are needed, no new regulations, no paperwork. The process is already in place. Just suspend it.
All bars and restaurants in Ohio, Illinois closing due to fears about coronavirus
The governors of Ohio and Illinois announced Sunday that they will sign orders closing all bars and restaurants in their states to curb the spread of coronavirus.
Deb Billado: Handling of this health crisis has been robust
The coronavirus is undoubtedly a concern for many Vermonters, especially considering the virus has been confirmed to have spread to our state.
Sununu administration moves to cut spending in New Hampshire in face of anticipated revenue losses due to coronavirus
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu is advising state lawmakers that his administration has started making plans in case the coronavirus outbreak takes a toll on state revenue.
US House passes coronavirus bill that provides free testing, sick leave benefits
The House voted overwhelmingly early Saturday morning to pass a bill that provides coronavirus testing at no cost to patients, and extends paid sick leave to workers who come down with the virus or have to go into self-quarantine.
Gifford Medical Center doctor on coronavirus: ‘This too shall pass’
Dr. Joshua White of the Gifford Medical Center in Randolph says that logic and reason must prevail over fear and panic if the public is to be part of the solution for containing the coronavirus.
Vermont legislative leaders to recess Legislature next week due to coronavirus
The weeklong break will give time for a thorough cleaning of the State House and will give legislative leaders a chance to consider the next move.
Legislative Joint Rules Committee ponders resolution to close for a week, Senate refuses House changes to commercial cannabis
The Vermont Legislature Joint Rules Committee decided late this afternoon to ask staffers to prepare a resolution for its review tomorrow to recess the Legislature and close the State House for a week due to the coronavirus.
Chinese official attempts to blame US for coronavirus, despite spread’s origination in China
A Chinese official suggested Thursday that U.S. officials introduced coronavirus into China’s Wuhan region as the virus makes its way to the West from the communist nation.
Trump suspends travel from Europe, offers financial aid for coronavirus
President Donald Trump announced the United States will suspend travel from most of Europe for 30 days beginning Friday to help halt the spread of the coronavirus.
Legislature considers candy tax; Miro and McCormack feud over idling enforcement
A disagreement between Mayor Miro Weinberger and Burlington Rep. Curt McCormack, D-Burlington, over enforcing the city and state idling laws erupted into an open argument in the State House on Tuesday.