Public-Private Awards Recognize Importance of Local News to Vermont Civic Life
Monetary prizes for local news outlets will be announced at the end of November The Vermont Journalism Coalition announces the launch of the second annual Vermont Local Civic Journalism Awards. The coalition, a new professional group founded last year, encourages all eligible media outlets, publications or programs to apply. The Vermont Secretary of State’s Office…
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Vermont news outlets launch monthly ‘Journalism Club’ at Williston bookstore
Inaugural event, on Oct. 1, to focus on coverage of South Burlington ICE raid and protest WILLISTON, Vt. — Have you ever wanted to join a book club, but for journalism? Vermont news outlets are teaming up with the state’s newest bookstore and café to create just such an event, bringing together readers and reporters…
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Vermont Prioritizes Spending with Local Media in State Advertising
MONTPELIER — Vermont Gov. Phil Scott signed an executive order on Thursday afternoon directing state agencies to give preference to local news outlets and broadcast organizations when spending state advertising dollars. The order also requires transparency in state advertising and lays out a framework for annual reporting on how much is spent and where. Members…
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Vermont Journalism Coalition announces new coordinator
A newly formed nonprofit dedicated to supporting and sustaining Vermont journalism has appointed a part-time coordinator who will work on its behalf through the University of Vermont’s Center for Community News in partnership with the Vermont Community Foundation.. Founded in June 2025, the Vermont Journalism Coalition represents more than 40 newspapers, television stations, radio stations…
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Vermont Journalism Coalition elects inaugural board of directors
A newly formed nonprofit dedicated to supporting and sustaining Vermont journalism has elected its first board of directors. Founded in June 2025, the Vermont Journalism Coalition represents more than 40 newspapers, television stations, radio stations and digital news outlets across the state. Its mission is to represent the shared interests of professional news organizations in Vermont and…
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Vermont News Outlets Receive $100,000 Through Inaugural Local Civic Journalism Awards
Sixteen Vermont news organizations have been honored with the Local Civic Journalism Awards, a new program designed to steer state and philanthropic dollars to news outlets that inform Vermonters and foster civic engagement.
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Local Civic Journalism Awards to provide $100,000 to Vermont news outlets
For the first time, the state of Vermont has partnered with local philanthropists to provide financial support to news outlets that bolster civic engagement.
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Introducing: The Vermont Journalism Coalition
With support from UVM’s Center for Community News and the Vermont Community Foundation, the organization will promote long-term sustainability for Vermont news outlets
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