MONTPELIER, Vermont, Sept. 19 -- Gov. Phil Scott, R-Vermont, issued the following news release on Sept. 18, 2024: Governor Phil Scott today announced that he has proclaimed Thursday, September 19 "Noah Kahan's Busyhead Project Day" in Vermont as critically acclaimed Vermont singer and songwriter, Noah Kahan, returns to Vermont to perform a sold-out benefit concert with all proceeds going to Vermont-based mental health organizations. The Busyhead Project, founded by Kahan, is a mental health in  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Justice Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. 24-106) on Sept. 12, 2024, entitled "Office of Justice Programs and Office on Violence Against Women Grants Awarded to HOPE Works Inc., Burlington, Vermont." Here are excerpts: * * * EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Objectives The Office of Justice Programs (OJP) and Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) awarded HOPE Works, Inc. (HOPE) four grants totaling $2,012,715 to support and provide services to victims of   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency issued the following news release: From July 9-11, 2024, seven counties in Vermont were hit with severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides. One month later, local, state, and federal support is continuing to help Vermonters move forward in their recovery including funds for home repair, emergency lodging, transportation, and other needs. On August 20, 2024, President Joseph Biden decla  more

MONTPELIER, Vermont, Sept. 19 -- The Vermont Agency of Education issued the following news release: The Vermont Agency of Education announced the statewide launch of Read Vermont, a comprehensive initiative dedicated to improving student literacy outcomes. Building upon Act 139 of 2024, Read Vermont aims to ensure every child can read by third grade and develops the skills needed for success in school and beyond. Improving literacy is a top priority for Vermont's educators, legislators, and fa  more