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The Money Overview

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SSI recipients in Connecticut, New York and Vermont who rent from a parent lost a special rent test when Social Security rescinded its Ruppert ruling effective Aug. 31

Tenants on SSI who rent from a parent in Connecticut, New York or Vermont no longer get a court-ordered second look at how much of their rent counts against the monthly check. Social Security marked its ruling on the 1989 case Ruppert v. Bowen as rescinded effective Aug. 31, 2026, ending a rule that applied […] The post SSI recipients in Connecticut, New York and Vermont who rent from a parent lost a special rent test when Social Security rescinded its Ruppert ruling effective Aug. 31 appeared first on The Money Overview .

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VTDigger

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Vermont needs a growth plan that adds up

Neither new taxes nor new residents will rescue Vermont. Homegrown industry and artificial intelligence might. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont needs a growth plan that adds up .

Vermont · 2d

Animal of Things

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Neighbor Poisoned My Dog Laws in Vermont: Criminal Charges, Civil Claims, and Your Next Steps

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! If your neighbor poisoned your dog, you are dealing with grief, anger, and a pile of legal questions at the same time. The short answer is that Vermont treats poisoning someone else’s animal as a crime, and you may also have a civil claim. The harder part is proving who did it. This article walks … This article, Neighbor Poisoned My Dog Laws in Vermont: Criminal Charges, Civil Claims, and Your Next Steps , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Nevada: What State Law Allows • Aggressive Dog Laws in California: How Dangerous Dog Designations and Owner Liability Work • Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Maryland: What the Law Says Now

Vermont · 18h

WCAX

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Tunbridge Super Senior’s hornet nest collection keeps growing

TUNBRIDGE, Vt. (WCAX) - A Tunbridge Super Senior has spent more than 20 years collecting hornets’ nests, and he’s still on the hunt for more. When you live in Tunbridge all your life, it’s fair to say you know every back road in town. “This right here...

Tunbridge, VT · 2d
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Country Herald

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Vermont Thanksgiving Weather Alert: Snow, Ice Possible Nov. 22-28

Snow, rain and freezing rain remain possible as Thanksgiving and Black Friday travel approaches.

Vermont · 17h

WCAX

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Vermont Army National Guard members return from Germany

SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Some Vermont National Guard members returned Saturday night from a deployment in Germany, where families waited in cold rain to welcome them home. Families had waited nearly a year, around 70 soldiers came home this time, and more are expected to return Sunday. Only half...

Vermont · 14h

newportdispatch.com

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Man arrested on DUI charge in West Rutland

WEST RUTLAND, VT — A 61-year-old man faces multiple charges after troopers found him passed out in a vehicle blocking a roadway early Thursday morning. Ronald Fabian, of West Rutland, was arrested at approximately 2:26 a.m. on Pleasant Street. Troopers from the Vermont State Police – Rutland Barracks responded...

West Rutland, VT · 13h

Animal of Things

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Shock Collar Laws in Vermont: What Dog Owners and Hunters Need to Know

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Shock collar laws in Vermont are simpler than most dog owners expect: no statute bans the devices, but several rules still shape how you can use one. Vermont’s cruelty statutes apply to any method of training, and the state’s wildlife regulations go further by requiring a type of electronic collar for one kind of hunt. … This article, Shock Collar Laws in Vermont: What Dog Owners and Hunters Need to Know , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Pet Rent Laws in Minnesota: What Landlords Can Charge and What Renters Can Challenge • Pet Liability at Holiday Gatherings in South Carolina: Who Pays When a Guest Gets Hurt • Taxidermy Laws in Georgia: Licensing, Species Rules, and Federal Permits Explained

Vermont · 2d

VTDigger

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Vermont to raise minimum wage by 49 cents in January

Vermont has the second-lowest minimum wage in New England. Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts and Rhode Island all have minimums of $15 an hour or more. Read the story on VTDigger here: Vermont to raise minimum wage by 49 cents in January .

Vermont · 2d

mindfullyamerican.com

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7 Vermont Ski Traditions Locals Won’t Give Up

Vermonters have ski traditions that go back decades, and they aren’t about to let them go. Here are the Vermont ski traditions locals won’t give up. You ride Mad River Glen’s Single Chair alone, one skier per chair. Your friend rides next. The National Trust for Historic...

Vermont · 1d

Animal of Things

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Rat Poison Laws in Vermont: Rules, Restrictions, and Penalties Explained

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Between 2017 and 2021, rodenticides sent more than 40,000 people to poison control centers nationwide, and most of them were children under five. If you’re dealing with a rat problem on your Vermont property, understanding rat poison laws in Vermont isn’t just a legal formality — it’s a safety issue that affects your family, your … This article, Rat Poison Laws in Vermont: Rules, Restrictions, and Penalties Explained , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Rat Poison Laws in New York: What’s Legal, Restricted, and Banned • Rat Poison Laws in Florida: What Homeowners and Pest Control Pros Need to Know • Rat Poison Laws in Michigan: What Homeowners and Pest Professionals Must Know

Vermont · 23h

WCAX

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Vermont officials, criminal justice reform advocates explore ‘second-look’ sentencing legislation

SOUTH ROYALTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont officials and criminal justice reform advocates are looking into so-called “second look” legislation that could offer people serving lengthy prison sentences a chance at earlier release. A range of legal professionals were at the Vermont Law and Graduate School Friday to learn...

Vermont · 1d

VTDigger

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Chittenden parents file lawsuit challenging Vermont’s new public tuition rules

A family is suing the state in federal court, arguing that Vermont’s 2025 education reform law is unconstitutional because it excludes religious schools from receiving public tuition dollars. Read the story on VTDigger here: Chittenden parents file lawsuit challenging Vermont’s new public tuition rules .

Vermont · 2d

newportdispatch.com

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Vermont Health Department confirms measles cases in Orleans County

NEWPORT –– The Vermont Department of Health has confirmed a small number of measles cases in Orleans County, though officials said the health risk to the general public remains low. The department said testing at the State Public Health Lab confirmed the results Monday, Nov. 9, the same...

Orleans County, VT · 2d

vermontbiz.com

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Miracle + Harpoon Holiday Pop-up at Windsor brewery

Harpoon is one of only two destinations in Vermont to host the Christmas cocktail pop-up bar, bringing cheer and whimsy to the Upper Valley, November 22-January 3. Vermont Business Magazine This holiday season, Harpoon Brewery in Windsor will partner with Miracle, an internationally renowned pop-up known for its kitschy, nostalgic holiday décor, festive cocktails, and Christmas cheer.

Windsor, VT · 1d

vermontbiz.com

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Wepinion gets $100K from Green Mountain Accelerator Fund

Vaughn Micciche built Wepinion with AI coding tools and about 30,000 prompts so no one has to make a decision alone. Vermont Business Magazine Solo founder Vaughn Micciche built Wepinion Inc. with AI coding tools and about 30,000 prompts, from his Quonset hut in Pittsfield, Vermont, so no one has to make a decision alone. Micciche is now scaling Wepinion with a $100,000 investment match from the Green Mountain Accelerator Fund.

Pittsfield, VT · 2d

Colchester Sun

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Point in Time Count reveals 5% increase in homeless children in Vermont

VERMONT — The point in time count for 2026 was released Tuesday, with child homelessness across Vermont increasing by 5% from 2025. Each year, the Housing & Homelessness Alliance of Vermont, Chittenden County Homeless Alliance and Institute for Community Alliances team up to count the homeless population in Vermont over one day in late January and issue a report.

Vermont · 2d

MyChamplainValley.com

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Brisk wind chills grip Vermont, New York through Sunday

Behind our latest Nor’easter and bout of wintry weather, we’re tapping into a northwest wind. Here’s how that northwest wind will impact overall temperatures through the weekend. Today’s Wind Chill: High temperatures will top out in the upper 30s to middle 40s this afternoon. Northwest winds will gust 15 to 25 mph, which will result […]

Vermont · 2d

Timeless Dishes

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Fall-Planted Garlic Is Ready by Summer: 5 Planting Rules From Extension Gardeners

Oregon State, University of Vermont and UW-Madison extension gardeners say garlic planted in fall is harvested by about July. Here are five planting rules they share. The post Fall-Planted Garlic Is Ready by Summer: 5 Planting Rules From Extension Gardeners appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Wisconsin · 1d

Animal of Things

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Vermont Has No Beaver Hunting Season, but Trapping Runs October 24 Through March 31 With No Bag Limit

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Beaver trapping season in Vermont 2026-27 opens on October 24, 2026, and the state sets no bag limit on beaver. What Vermont does not offer is a hunting season, so every legal beaver is taken with a trap. That shapes everything in this article. You will find the season dates, trap rules, setback distances, reporting … This article, Vermont Has No Beaver Hunting Season, but Trapping Runs October 24 Through March 31 With No Bag Limit , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Rat Poison Laws in Michigan: What Homeowners and Pest Professionals Must Know • Alabama Squirrel Season Dates, Limits, and Rules for Hunters • New Jersey Has a Squirrel Hunting Season, but Damaged Property Lets Owners Control Squirrels Year-Round

Vermont · 20h