
Howard Weiss-Tisman
ReporterHoward Weiss-Tisman is ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý's reporter for Southern Vermont, who aims to connect Southern Vermonters to the rest of the state. He worked at the Brattleboro Reformer for 11 years, reporting on most towns in the region and specializing on statewide issues including education, agriculture, energy and mental health. Howard received a BA in Journalism from University of Massachusetts. He filed his first story with ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý in September 2015.
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The Woodstock Aqueduct Company wants to raise its rates by more than 100%, but the Public Utility Commission says it wants more information about the company's financial situation.
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The family of Andy Reichsman, of Marlboro, has been trying to get the seized artwork back for decades. The Croatian government, late last year, returned the valuable paintings and lithographs.
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Dozens of pieces of legislation have been sent to Gov. Phil Scott’s desk for his signature in the closing weeks of the session. They range in subject matter from climate change mitigation to health insurance coverage.
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Advocates say the legislation would give kids access to sensitive material that reflects some of the real challenges young Vermonters face. Some parents say it would allow children to be exposed to inappropriate subject matter.
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A COVID-era law that allowed public bodies to meet remotely ends on June 30. Lawmakers are figuring out what comes next.
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There are different models of small, microtransit bus services popping up across the state, and each is working in its own way.
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Southern Vermont broadband district says it needs to change its financial plan to meet cost overrunsDeerfield Valley Fiber, which serves 24 towns in southern Vermont, asked the Vermont Community Broadband Board this week to make changes to its federal grant contract.
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On Friday, U.S. Congresswoman Becca Balint toured the site of the former Bennington High School, where developers hope to bring housing, childcare and senior services.
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The annual literary festival held in Woodstock, Vermont, is "closing down" and the upcoming festival set for June 2024 is no longer happening. Organizers said putting on the festival presented too many challenges.
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The parking lot of the Green Mountain Mall in St. Johnsbury was opened up to eclipse watchers, including some RVs that were parked there overnight.