25 Vermont communities could become “opportunity zones”
ABC22/FOX44 (WVNY/WFFF) – Governor Phil Scott would still need to approve it, but 25 regions across Vermont could be federally designated as “opportunity zones.”
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New workshops underway to shape Vermont’s housing future
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - The Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development is partnering with AARP Vermont and Utile Architects on what is being called the “802 Homes” catalog.
Vermont marks America’s 250th with more than 100 local events this weekend
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - With America’s 250th birthday two days away, Vermont is marking the milestone with more than 100 events, art installations, and more.
VT Department of Tourism announces plan to boost visitors and increase accessibility
Vermont's tourism industry brings in more than $4 billion annually. In an effort to increase the number of visitors and suitability, the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing has announced a new 10-year Destination Management Plan.
3 Vermont downtowns receive state transportation grants
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - Three Vermont downtowns will receive more than $260,000 in state funding for safety and accessibility improvements. The Department of Housing and Community Development announced on Wednesday the grant funding for Burlington, Vergennes, and Morristown.
Scott, state officials award hard-hit Vermont communities with $10.2 million in flood recovery funds
Montpelier, Vt. - Millions in additional federal funding are coming to several of the hardest-hit areas in Vermont following the devastating July 2023 floods.
EV charging stations coming to two Vermont towns
VERMONT (ABC22/FOX44) – Two towns in Windsor County are the next to make things easier for electric vehicle owners – with help from a program that aims to make it so drivers don’t need to go more than 10 miles for a charge.
Vermont businesses cheer Supreme Court ruling on sweeping tariffs
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont businesses said Friday’s Supreme Court ruling striking down most of President Trump’s tariffs will hopefully bring clarity and predictability to their operations.
Stowe celebrates renewable energy funding
State and local leaders gathered to celebrate $6 million in federal funding to Stowe Electric, aimed to bolster clean energy access to rural residents through USDA's Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) program and the Inflation Reduction Act
Stowe Electric celebrates federal clean energy funding
Stowe Electric received $6 million from the USDA to increase household access to clean energy throughout central Vermont.
Rural Vermonters get connected in Groton
Towns in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom are receiving high-speed internet thanks to a $2.8 million USDA Community Connect Grant.
Town of Cabot receives USDA disaster relief grant
The Town of Cabot, VT, received a grant from USDA Rural Development that will result in a new public safety facility after the former building was destroyed by the summer flooding of July, 2023
USDA invests 1.3 million in Vermont; Welch says this is crucial to spur job growth
Vermont Senator Peter Welch celebrated today as 1.3 million dollars worth of major investments were made by USDA Rural Development toward Vermont communities.
City of Winooski breaks ground on Main Street construction project
The City of Winooski broke ground on a major construction project on Main Street, which is expected to rebuild about 0.8 miles of Route 2 and Route 7 between New England Central Railroad and the Colchester town line.
Winooski revitalization project officially breaks ground
State, federal and nonprofit partners gathered in Winooski to break ground on a whole-street revitalization project, funded by USDA among other stakeholders.
Federal grant helps fund solar project to power Vermont business
A large solar project is being built at the Allen Brothers Market in Westminster, thanks in part to a grant from the USDA. The project will power a popular business, and additional money is available for companies thinking about doing the same.
Energy improvement funding coming to underserved NH, VT counties
Upward of $250,000 in home energy improvement funding is coming to underserved New Hampshire and Vermont communities, courtesy of USDA's Housing Preservation Grant program.
Copley Hospital breaks ground on new Waterbury medical office
Copley Hospital broke ground Tuesday on its new Mansfield Orthopaedics Waterbury Medical Office Building.
Neighbors volunteer to help residents with home maintenance in South Newfane
Neighbors in southern Vermont helped each other out with projects around the house during Homeownership Month, with volunteers from different agencies gathering to spruce up a home in South Newfane.
Across the Fence: USDA Rural Development State Director Sarah Waring
State Director for USDA Rural Development in Vermont and New Hampshire, Sarah Waring, talks with Across the Fence host Fran Stoddard about programs and practices that stimulate economic development
$50,000 USDA Grant Aimed at Expanding Acorn Food Hub
A $50,000 grant from the USDA is being used by an economic-development corporation to strengthen the Acorn Food Hub in the Champlain Valley of Vermont
North Country Growers in Berlin receiving $20M loan to rebuild hydroponic greenhouse
Agricultural producers and food businesses throughout nation getting $320 million boost from USDAThe U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeding agricultural producers and food businesses with millions of dollars in investment funds to improve markets, create and strengthen jobs, control food prices and improve nutrition, Secretary Tom Vilsack said Thursday.“
USDA to invest $320 million to support food producers across rural America, including in NH
U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack was in Manchester Thursday to announce the USDA’s $320 million investment to strengthen local food supply systems in 19 states, including New Hampshire.“It is important and necessary for a resilient food supply system in this country that we support and advocate for and that we create a structure that supports small and mid-sized producers,” he said.He made the announcement at an event held at Fresh Start Market, a local food hub focused on se...
Agricultural producers and food businesses to get $320M boost from USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeding agricultural producers and food businesses with millions of dollars in investment funds to improve markets, create and strengthen jobs, control food prices, and improve nutrition, Secretary Tom Vilsack said Thursday.“
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