VPR News
VPR News
Douglas warns of Medicaid deficit, reduced benefits
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An increasing deficit in the Medicaid program is a concern for Vermont’s new administration. According to incoming governor Jim Douglas, the deficit will require reductions in benefits for some Medicaid recipients.VPR News
Administration elevates importance of ‘e-government’
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Vermont may get a new department in state government that will concentrate on ways to improve the state’s information technology capabilities.VPR News
BP Amoco to reduce tobacco sales to minors
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BP Amoco, one of the country’s largest oil companies, will adopt policies that will reduce the purchase of tobacco by minors.VPR News
Vermont receives FEMA appropriation
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Vermont will received more than $400,000 to improve its response to possible acts of terrorism or other emergencies.VPR News
Florence residents oppose OMYA disposal plan
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Residents in the Rutland County village of Florence, fearful that their water could become polluted, are opposing a mining company’s plan to stockpile waste.VPR News
Interview: Douglas transition team
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VPR’s Steve Delaney talks with Mike Smith, the head of the transition team for Governor-elect Jim Douglas.Commentary Series
The Santa suit
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Believe it or not, last week commentator Cheryl Hanna got a call from the North Pole and she’s here to tell us about what’s been on Santa’s mind.Commentary Series