The home for Vermont Public's coverage of economy and working issues affecting the state of Vermont.
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Burnt out much? A study links working late, or variable shifts with health problems later in life. Maybe it's time to quit hustle culture for good.
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The total solar eclipse passing over the northern half of Vermont could bring over 100,000 visitors and millions of dollars to the state. Lots of places are trying to get in on the action.
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Research shows that low-income Americans are statistically less likely to vote than their higher-income counterparts.
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Biden admin providing $1.5 billion to GlobalFoundries to make computer chips in New York and VermontThe Biden administration said Monday that the government intends to provide $1.5 billion to the computer chip company GlobalFoundries to expand its domestic production in New York and Vermont.
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Vermont legislators are considering two bills that would raise taxes on the state's wealthiest residents.
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St. Albans city and town will experience three and a half minutes of darkness during the upcoming eclipse in April. A city planning coordinator and inn owner tell us how they're preparing.
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Nearly 130 people lost their jobs when the Putney Paper Mill closed last week.
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Irfan Sehic arrived to Vermont from Bosnia at age 17. In this installment of "What class are you?" he riffs on, and rips into, the American class system.
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A conversation with Vermont's state treasurer, Mike Piaciak, on low-interest flood recovery loans, baby bonds and more.
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Ski resorts have been able to employ more local workers this year, but they’re facing a wetter, warmer winter.