UVM researchers received a $1.25M grant to launch Project STEPS, a program that will help students with disabilities transition to adult services.
The five-year project offers grad scholarships and builds local partnerships, with applications set to open in early 2027 at UVM.
South Burlington-based computer hardware maker OnLogic will be acquired by Japanese automation firm OMRON for $675 million in a deal expected to close in January and keep its local headquarters visible off Interstate 89 while rewarding employees with bonus payments based on their tenure.
Girls on the Run Vermont has expanded its silent auction online ahead of the Sneaker Soiree on Saturday, Oct.
17. The auction opened on Sunday (making it easier for more residents to participate) on the organization’s website and accepts donations for the Every Girl Fund.
The American Red Cross has urged donors this fall through drives across the state—one in Burlington at Mater Christi School on Oct.
10 has ended, and others run from Oct. 19 to Nov. 22. The nonprofit also seeks donor ambassadors in Chittenden and Caledonia counties.
Vermont Tree Fruit Growers Association launched a passport program for local orchards, where 14 sites offer QR codes to collect stamps for sweepstakes entries and gift certificates.
Yate’s Family Orchard in Hinesburg is one of the participating orchards.
Breeze Airways has announced two new routes from Burlington.
The airline will offer nonstop flights to Myrtle Beach and one-stop service to Fort Lauderdale on Thursdays and Sundays starting May 27, with fares beginning at $79.
HungerFreeVermont is expanding its food assistance programs with Vermont 211 to help locals amid rising costs.
The new efforts offer help with food, heating & utility support for those who lost SNAP benefits as winter nears.
Union members at UVM Medical Center ratified new contracts on Monday that increase wages 7% over two years and end forced floating practices — the agreement also includes safer staffing measures and a joint call for regional healthcare reform.
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