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The Vermont Fair Housing Project impacted by federal funding cuts

The Vermont Fair Housing Project is one of the most recent organizations to feel the impact of the ongoing series of federal funding cuts. The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) runs the project to support fair housing practices, educate people about housing rights, and provide training to community leaders.

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Fair Housing Project loses federal funds, invites community support

As February came to a close, so did the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD)support for anti-discrimination and fair housing education and enforcement efforts around the country, including Vermont’s own CVOEO Fair Housing Project. HUD’s annual grant funded 80% of the Fair Housing Project, which is Vermont’s only statewide program solely dedicated to Fair Housing outreach and education.

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Burlington to open emergency cold weather shelter amid subzero temperatures

Burlington will open an emergency shelter this President's Day weekend as a widespread winter storm looks to bring dangerously cold conditions to the area. The emergency shelter will be at the Miller Center at 130 Gosse Court and will be open from Monday evening at 5 p.m. to Tuesday at 8 a.m.

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New domestic violence shelter opens in St. Albans to ease overflow

Every year, 500 new people use services to help them through incidents of domestic and sexual violence in Franklin and Grand Isle counties. However, shelters are running out of room, so a new space is being opened to hold the overflow.

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Tax Day 2025: How to file taxes for free in Vermont

Tax season can be daunting for the most efficient filer, and seemingly impossible for those who know little about the process. Not everyone is required to file taxes, but most Americans must and probably will submit a return.

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65 businesses named as Best Places to Work in Vermont 2025

Vermont Business Magazine VermontBiz and the Vermont Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the top 65 Best Places to Work in Vermont 2025. The awards program was created in 2006 and is presented in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management, Vermont State Council, (VTSHRM), the Vermont Department of Commerce and Community Development and Workforce Research Group.

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Navigating Uncertainty with Resilience: CVOEO’s Steadfast Commitment to Our Community

A statement from Paul Dragon, Executive Director, CVOEO, on the recent changes in federal funding for social services

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Frigid forecast prompts Barre, Burlington to open emergency shelters

City officials in Barre and Burlington have begun to open emergency shelters in response to dangerously cold temperatures that descended on the state Monday and are forecast to persist in the coming days.

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Burlington warming shelter extends hours after winter weather

CVOEO, a non-profit focused on social and economic justice, is extending its Burlington warming shelter hours to seven days a week. While the state’s threshold to open warming shelters is -20, the non-profit is attempting to keep their shelter open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

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Warming shelter in Burlington to hold new weekend hours

CVOEO's Community Resource Center extended its hours at 228 North Winooski Ave and is now open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from January through February