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Alicia Freese
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Deputy Managing Editor, VTDigger
Oaxaca, Vermont
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lifestyle, movies celebrity, media arts,Music television
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By Alicia Freese Verified| VTDigger Verified Dear reader,Although not technically true, I like to introduce myself as the longest-tenured staffer at VTDigger. As we enter our 15th year and continue our year-end drive, I’m asking for your support. While the reporting we provide is free to access, producing it comes at a cost. Twelve years ago, VTDigger gave me my start in journalism. In those days there were a grand total of three reporters, a ragtag crew fresh out of college that occasionally doubled up on a scooter to get to assignments.
By Alicia Freese Verified| VTDigger Verified This story by Patrick Adrian was first published by the Valley News on August 3. NORWICH — The town announced this week the hiring of Matthew Romei, the former chief of Vermont’s Capitol Police Department, as the town’s new interim chief of police. Romei, who effectively took over the department on Thursday, is replacing former chief Wade Cochran, who resigned last week after serving just nine months in Norwich.
By Alicia Freese Verified| VTDigger Verified Dear reader,Although not technically true, I like to introduce myself as the longest-tenured staffer at VTDigger. As we enter our 15th year and continue our year-end drive, I’m asking for your support. While the reporting we provide is free to access, producing it comes at a cost. Twelve years ago, VTDigger gave me my start in journalism. In those days there were a grand total of three reporters, a ragtag crew fresh out of college that occasionally doubled up on a scooter to get to assignments.
Company Info
VTDigger
VTDigger is a nonprofit digital news organization based in Vermont, recognized as the state's largest newsroom and a leader in nonprofit journalism. Founded by Anne Galloway, VTDigger focuses on investigative reporting, government accountability, and community engagement. The organization operates with a $1.5 million annual budget and a dedicated team of 19 full-time staff members, serving nearly 300,000 monthly users. As a daily news outlet, VTDigger specializes in watchdog journalism, producing in-depth investigative projects and daily coverage on topics such as government, politics, business, and public policy. The organization emphasizes community engagement through newsletters, events, and responsive reporting. Under the leadership of CEO Schuyler “Sky†Barsch, VTDigger has prioritized sustainability and audience expansion, supported by grants and partnerships. Its commitment to accessibility ensures that all content is available for free, relying on donations and sponsorships to sustain its operations.
Barre, Vermont, United States
+1 802-225-6224
Founded: 2009