The State and Local Energy Report is calling for entries to this year's Residential Energy Efficiency Awards.  The awards began in 2008 to recognize the best projects that leverage government funds to improve the efficiency of the country’s housing stock.

Ever wonder which Vermont area has the highest percentage of renters?  Or the highest median household income?   CensusExplorer, a new tool released by the Census Bureau, makes finding out as easy as a few clicks on a map. 

VHFA elves stuffed 95 pairs of mittens, gloves and hats yesterday with holiday candy for children whose families are clients at Burlington’s Women Helping Battered Women office. 

Thanks to the VHFA staff, partners and friends whose donations made this year’s Mitten Drive such a success!

Reprinted from the Valley News on 12/11/2013 , by David Corriveau: 

Every time the bitter knife of a breeze snuffed a candle on the front lawn of The Upper Valley Haven last night, a staff member, a supporter, or a guest of the homeless shelter turned to his or her neighbor and re-lit the flame.