@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialAfter witnessing the devastating impact of the BP oil spill, Congressman Peter Welch is calling for a shift towards sustainable local practices to protect our planet's future.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialSenator Patrick Ley rallied Vermont supporters, urging them to keep pressure on Congress to protect vital climate legislation and resist any attempts to weaken the EPA.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialPeter Shumlin is shaking up the gubernatorial race by declaring climate action a key economic opportunity for Vermont, urging the closure of Vermont Yankee and a move towards renewables.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialHundreds united in Burlington's Battery Park for a global climate action event, demanding leaders step up their game while showcasing inspiring local initiatives!
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialSenator Bernie Sanders rallied the crowd at Battery Park, urging them to turn climate urgency into a massive grassroots movement that not only fights for survival but creates millions of jobs in renewable energy.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialWill Miller of Veterans for Peace warns that depleted uranium munitions are a ticking time bomb for public health, urging immediate action for a ban on these hazardous weapons.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialA West Bank resident vividly shares the harrowing realities of life under occupation, from witnessing family arrests to the destruction of homes and farmland.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialSen. Peter Shumlin declares a pivotal moment for Vermont, promising a bill to ensure Vermont Yankee's decommissioning is fully funded while urging a shift towards renewable energy for a prosperous future.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialVermonters united on the State House lawn, demanding an end to Vermont Yankee and a bold shift towards renewable energy solutions for a sustainable future.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington Airport's newly awarded FAA grant means sound insulation for hundreds of Winooski homes is on the fast track—ready to transform your neighborhood!
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialVermont's education system is at a crossroads as enrollment plummets, sparking a fierce debate on how to ensure equitable opportunities for all students.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialVermont candidates are facing tough choices as they propose new taxes and measures to safeguard vulnerable residents amidst potential federal funding cuts.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialIncumbent Senators Thomas Chittenden and Virginia "Ginny" Lyons clash over budget priorities and health care reforms in a heated forum that could shape Vermont's future.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialSenators Lyons and Chittenden clash on health-care strategies, revealing the urgent need to balance cost control with local accessibility as Vermont's hospitals face service cuts.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialThe board just secured a groundbreaking $1 million grant to tackle environmental cleanups and is calling for volunteers to fill key committee roles!
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialThe Commission is redefining its TIP amendment process, sparking a heated debate over whether a 25% cost increase threshold is too restrictive in today's volatile construction market.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialCity officials are warning that new PFAS regulations could lead to skyrocketing biosolids disposal costs, potentially doubling or tripling current expenses.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialSouth Burlington is gearing up for a monumental $127 million wastewater upgrade, but uncertainty looms over costs and financing timelines!
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialThe CCRPC board has projected a population surge of 12,000 residents by 2050, highlighting the urgent need for nearly 16,000 new homes—how will this shape our community's future?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialChittenden County is gearing up for a public hearing on its crucial FY27–30 Transportation Improvement Program—find out what major projects are on the horizon!
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