Harriet Callaway

Second home tax appeals to majority of Vermont poll respondents

In a recent Vermont Public poll, 57% of respondents said they thought that the state should impose a new yearly tax on second homes. Katie Mandych thought she’d be in a financial position to try to purchase her first home by now. But as rent for her Waterbury apartment has continued to escalate, the 31-year-old […]

With $20 million gift, Dartmouth Health establishes caregiver institute, at-home primary and palliative care

Richard Levy donated $20 million to Dartmouth Health and the Geisel School of Medicine to establish the Dartmouth Health At Home initiative and a Family Caregiver Institute, which are set to become fully operational by March 2027.

'Two steps forward and one step back': Corey Crooker's family still searching for answers

BRADFORD, Vt. — Vermont State Police have asked the public for help locating the remains of Corey Crooker, a 43-year-old man who police say was killed at an Old Post Road property. His family members hope for closure, not only in the investigation and in court, but also emotionally. “We just want to be able […]

Committee calls for changes to New Hampshire’s disability system

A group of New Hampshire disability rights advocates, families and care agency professionals want to see reform in the state’s disability care system. New Hampshire’s System Review Committee finalized its recommendations for systemic reform Thursday. The committee came together in December after a Bulletin investigation last year uncovered evidence of hundreds of abuse and neglect […]

Hartford school board to weigh 'dramatic' options for budget cuts, including closing buildings

The Hartford School Board is scheduled to meet Wednesday night to discuss potential budget cuts of at least $3.7 million, including possible school building closures, following a state law change that lowers the district's excess spending threshold.