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Listed: A palatial loft above what was once Locke-Ober
“It was where titans of industry used to meet to make deals.”. When it comes to historic restaurants in Boston, Locke-Ober takes the cake. And if you’re looking to hang your hat where JFK Jr. once slurped lobster stew, a palatial loft at 1-3 Winter Place is on the market for $2.799 million.
State Street to allocate $4.2 million to adjust wages after alleged gender discrimination
State Street Corporation has agreed to allocate $4.2 million for future pay adjustments to resolve allegations of gender discrimination at four of its Boston-area offices, the U.S. Department of Labor announced Monday. The department's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) initially raised concerns about the base pay and bonuses...
Measles cases confirmed in New Hampshire; Health Officials Urge Vaccination
(MyKeeneNow) State health officials have confirmed a limited outbreak of measles in New Hampshire and Vermont this month, originating from an international traveler in Hanover, according to a news release. While concerning, the rise in measles cases is part of a global trend, posing a risk to those unvaccinated or who haven’t had the disease before.
More Vermont towns are turning to community nurses, offering free health care
Every Wednesday, Sunny Martinson visits Richard Starr. He’s 80 years old and taught middle school woodshop for 40 years. He lives in Thetford, in a house he designed and largely built himself. “There wasn’t a plan. I added and added and added — my wife added her contributions too,”...
Vt. police departments issue warning about scam calls
SHELBURNE, Vt. (WCAX) - Some Vermont police agencies are asking the public to keep an eye out for scam calls. Authorities in Shelburne and Orange County say they have received reports about a man claiming to be a police officer trying to convince people over the phone that they had outstanding warrants or that they needed to contact departments about an “urgent legal matter.”
Grand Isle crash claims the life of Champlain woman
GRAND ISLE | Authorities are continuing to investigate a rear-end collision that claimed the life of a Champlain woman. Vermont State Police said the accident happened just before 6 p.m. Tuesday on U.S. Route 2, claiming the life of 26-year-old Shantel Lafountain. A preliminary investigation determined that Lafountain was driving...
‘Neers rally for 9th straight win
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - The Vermont Mountaineers have been on a tear of late, but Tuesday’s win at the Rec might be the best of the bunch. The ‘Neers rallied from an 8-1 ninth inning deficit with eight runs in the frame to down Bristol 9-8 and extend their win streak to nine in a row.
Bridgewater store catches fire one year after historic flooding
BRIDGEWATER, Vt. — The ShackletonThomas Furniture and Pottery store saw another setback over the weekend, after a fire broke out on the third floor. “We don't really know why it started. It could have been something electrical,” said Charles Shackleton, owner of the furniture-making business. He has been...
Groundbreaking celebrates Reid Commons in St Albans
Affordable Housing Community Will Add 33 New Apartments for Older Adults. Vermont Business Magazine Cathedral Square has announced that construction is underway on Reid Commons, bringing 33 new energy-efficient, affordable apartments for adults 55 and older to St. Albans. Located at 17 Lower Newton Street, Reid Commons will offer one- and two-bedroom apartments with a range of rents to serve a mixed-income community.
Rovers North sells to employees, creating a path to a better future for employee owners
Vermont Business Magazine When the owners and founders at Rovers North in Westford started considering their succession strategies over a decade ago, they weren’t enthused about the options until learning of the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, the most common broad-based employee ownership business model in the United States. The...
Kids from across the U.S. run away to New England to join Circus Smirkus
Via Community News Service, a University of Vermont journalism internship, on assignment for the Waterbury Roundabout. Wind-up dolls, ballerinas and soldiers at an abandoned toy shop came to life in Waterbury recently in “The Imaginarium,” the latest show by Circus Smirkus at Farr’s Field. About 4,000 people came to enjoy the youth-powered circus troupe across a three-night run starting July 2, its second-ever time in town. Almost all six shows sold out, and venue owner John Farr already plans to host the circus again in 2025.
Art, ale and AR: The Alchemist Brewery launches augmented reality app
Craft beer, technology and art are all colliding at The Alchemist Brewery in Vermont. Via a collaboration with the Burlington-based game wizards at Game Theory, The Alchemist just announced a new craft beer experience that caught our collective attention — an augmented reality app based around art and beer. It’s a journey that brings the art of beer to life right before our eyes — whether you’re lounging at home or wandering the halls of The Alchemist’s Stowe brewery.
Get your 'Portal Power' during National Health Center Week at Community Health
Vermont Business Magazine Community Health in Rutland, the largest of the 12 federally qualified health centers (FQHC) in Vermont, is celebrating National Health Center Week August 4-10. On August 7th, our staff will be showing patients in all of our medical clinics how to connect with their providers through our Patient Portal. It's one of the many services offered to bring healthcare clairty, equity and services to our patients so they can remotely access their healthcare information.
Legion Ave parking lot to be closed for paving
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Paving work for the Legion Avenue Parking Lot behind Green Fields Market will begin this Friday, July 26th with milling. Paving is expected to take place on Monday and then painting will follow. While this parking lot will be closed, City Hall, Chapman/Davis, Ames Street, and Miles Street lots will all be available to residents and parking pass holders.
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