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Kristen Fountain
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Senior Editor, VTDigger
Vermont
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By Kristen Fountain| VTDigger Verified The U.S. Senate approved a bill to continue funding the federal government just hours before a shutdown deadline at midnight. The vote went forward after enough Democrats agreed not to block the Republican bill with a filibuster. Vermont’s two senators were not among them. Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Peter Welch, D-Vt., explained their opposition to the bill, which will keep the government running through Sept.
By Kristen Fountain| Valley News Verified E-Edition Advertise Newsletters Subscribe Home News Opinion Sports Photos Arts & Life Obituaries Classifieds Calendar Puzzles By KRISTEN FOUNTAIN VTDiggerPublished: 01-21-2025 5:00 PM The Green Mountain Care Board will sign on to an agreement that moves Vermont towards a new federal model for health care reform, following a vote Friday that split the members of the five-person regulatory body.
By Kristen Fountain| VTDigger Verified The U.S. Senate approved a bill to continue funding the federal government just hours before a shutdown deadline at midnight. The vote went forward after enough Democrats agreed not to block the Republican bill with a filibuster. Vermont’s two senators were not among them. Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Peter Welch, D-Vt., explained their opposition to the bill, which will keep the government running through Sept.
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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