OBrien to disclose finances after reversal in Montpelier
Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Robert OBrien announced he will publish his personal assets and liabilities within days after previously opposing disclosure. He said the move aims to promote open government though he warned audits of officials would not ensure honesty. Lt. Gov Brian Burns disclosed his income sources and said he owns no stocks, bonds, inheritances or trust funds but did not specify tax payments.
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Vermont candidates debate as governor and senator spar
In Springfield three Democratic gubernatorial contenders Lt. Gov. Brian Burns state Treasurer Stella Hackel and Sen. Robert O'Brien face a WCFR radio debate on welfare state government unity rates. In Montpelier Gov. Thomas Salmon and Scott Skinner meet in the Senate primary debate focusing on economic issues.
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Conservation group backs Burns in Vermont primary
The League of Conservation Voters endorsed Lt. Gov. Brian D. Burns for Vermont governor, donating 4000 to the Burns for Governor Committee. The group praised Burns for protecting scenic beauty and his decade of public service while contrasting opponents as less environmentally minded.
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Bennington Garden Club Harvest Festival Fair Oct 9
The Bennington Garden Club hosts a Harvest Festival Fair on October 9 at the Old First Church Barn in Old Bennington to fund civic projects and support the club’s bicentennial restoration of Park McCullough House gardens. Committees displayed crafted items and terrariums. a major raffle features a grandmother’s flower garden quilt and other prizes.
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Charles Tilgner
Park McCullough House
Bennington
Vermont unemployment rate resumes its decline
Vermont’s jobless rate fell to 5.3 percent of the insured workforce after a one week rise, as 13,000 claimants sought regular and extended benefits totaling over 700000 dollars. Burlington remained the lowest unemployment region while Morrisville was highest.
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VIDA approves Rossignol ski plant expansion in Vermont
The Vermont Industrial Development Authority authorizes 1.3 million in Industrial Revenue Bonds to expand The Rossignol Ski Co Inc in Williston by purchasing Sno-Jet Inc facilities and adding a 5,600 square foot section. Bond sale arranged with Morgan Guarantee Trust and Howard Bank. Expansion adds about 60 jobs to 195 total and funds acquisition and renovations.
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Williston
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