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When #broadband reaches rural #Vermont, opportunity follows. Reliable internet helps young people and entrepreneurs put down roots. That grows the workforce, attracts business, and strengthens schools. Connectivity helps our towns thrive.
November 14, 2025 at 12:22 PM
When #broadband reaches rural #Vermont, opportunity follows. Reliable internet helps young people and entrepreneurs put down roots. That grows the workforce, attracts business, and strengthens schools. Connectivity helps our towns thrive.
Our Board is meeting today at noon. You can find all the information and a link to attend our meetings on our website. See you there!
publicservice.vermont.gov/vermont-comm...
publicservice.vermont.gov/vermont-comm...
November 10, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Our Board is meeting today at noon. You can find all the information and a link to attend our meetings on our website. See you there!
publicservice.vermont.gov/vermont-comm...
publicservice.vermont.gov/vermont-comm...
Connecting with the community—VCBB Executive Director Christine Hallquist spent time speaking at UVM Medical Center today.
November 7, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Connecting with the community—VCBB Executive Director Christine Hallquist spent time speaking at UVM Medical Center today.
CUDs = hundreds of VT volunteers working to bring #broadband to their communities
Find out which one your town is in at publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
Find out which one your town is in at publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
November 5, 2025 at 5:23 PM
CUDs = hundreds of VT volunteers working to bring #broadband to their communities
Find out which one your town is in at publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
Find out which one your town is in at publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
Fall is turning to winter, and when the first snowstorm hits, reliable high-speed internet becomes essential infrastructure ensuring the ability to take advantage of:
Real-Time Alerts
911/Emergency Calls
Telehealth
Power outage coordination
Shelter information
Check-ins on family
Real-Time Alerts
911/Emergency Calls
Telehealth
Power outage coordination
Shelter information
Check-ins on family
November 3, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Fall is turning to winter, and when the first snowstorm hits, reliable high-speed internet becomes essential infrastructure ensuring the ability to take advantage of:
Real-Time Alerts
911/Emergency Calls
Telehealth
Power outage coordination
Shelter information
Check-ins on family
Real-Time Alerts
911/Emergency Calls
Telehealth
Power outage coordination
Shelter information
Check-ins on family
VCBB Executive Director Christine Hallquist is at #AnchorNets2025 this week presenting and exchanging ideas with #broadband leaders from across the nation, sharing what’s working, what’s not, and how we can all move faster toward a more connected future.
October 31, 2025 at 2:37 PM
VCBB Executive Director Christine Hallquist is at #AnchorNets2025 this week presenting and exchanging ideas with #broadband leaders from across the nation, sharing what’s working, what’s not, and how we can all move faster toward a more connected future.
Fiber vs. Cable vs. DSL
Fiber: Data travels through glass strands, fastest & future proof.
Cable: Coaxial copper cables (cable TV) or hybrid fiber-coax. Shared neighborhood lines = slowdowns at peak hours.
DSL: Old copper telephone wires. Slow speed/speed drops with distance.
#BroadbandBasics
Fiber: Data travels through glass strands, fastest & future proof.
Cable: Coaxial copper cables (cable TV) or hybrid fiber-coax. Shared neighborhood lines = slowdowns at peak hours.
DSL: Old copper telephone wires. Slow speed/speed drops with distance.
#BroadbandBasics
October 30, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Fiber vs. Cable vs. DSL
Fiber: Data travels through glass strands, fastest & future proof.
Cable: Coaxial copper cables (cable TV) or hybrid fiber-coax. Shared neighborhood lines = slowdowns at peak hours.
DSL: Old copper telephone wires. Slow speed/speed drops with distance.
#BroadbandBasics
Fiber: Data travels through glass strands, fastest & future proof.
Cable: Coaxial copper cables (cable TV) or hybrid fiber-coax. Shared neighborhood lines = slowdowns at peak hours.
DSL: Old copper telephone wires. Slow speed/speed drops with distance.
#BroadbandBasics
How many IoT devices do you have?
An IoT (Internet of Things) device is any gadget in your home that connects to Wi-Fi and talks to the internet — not just phones or computers.
An IoT (Internet of Things) device is any gadget in your home that connects to Wi-Fi and talks to the internet — not just phones or computers.
October 27, 2025 at 5:09 PM
How many IoT devices do you have?
An IoT (Internet of Things) device is any gadget in your home that connects to Wi-Fi and talks to the internet — not just phones or computers.
An IoT (Internet of Things) device is any gadget in your home that connects to Wi-Fi and talks to the internet — not just phones or computers.
As an exercise, VT's Emergency Operations Center activated this week, practicing for the next emergency. Vermont Emergency Management is ready, and #broadband helps, powering early warnings/real-time alerts, connecting first responders, enabling telehealth, and helping communities rebuild faster.
October 24, 2025 at 1:34 PM
As an exercise, VT's Emergency Operations Center activated this week, practicing for the next emergency. Vermont Emergency Management is ready, and #broadband helps, powering early warnings/real-time alerts, connecting first responders, enabling telehealth, and helping communities rebuild faster.
We're having a hybrid in-person/virtual team meeting today. It's the best of both worlds: in-person energy + virtual access = 100% attendance, brought to you by #broadband.
October 20, 2025 at 4:25 PM
We're having a hybrid in-person/virtual team meeting today. It's the best of both worlds: in-person energy + virtual access = 100% attendance, brought to you by #broadband.
Did you know...fiber #broadband uses less energy than traditional copper networks, cutting power consumption by at least 50% for the same data load. That makes fiber the fastest and eco-friendly!
October 16, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Did you know...fiber #broadband uses less energy than traditional copper networks, cutting power consumption by at least 50% for the same data load. That makes fiber the fastest and eco-friendly!
Tips on how to stay safe on the internet! Join DVFiber and @aarp.org for a free presentation Wednesday, Oct. 15 5:30 p.m. at St. Joachim Church, 342 Tunnel Street in Readsboro.
October 13, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Tips on how to stay safe on the internet! Join DVFiber and @aarp.org for a free presentation Wednesday, Oct. 15 5:30 p.m. at St. Joachim Church, 342 Tunnel Street in Readsboro.
Did you know... a Center on Rural Innovation study finds that rural counties with high #broadband adoption rates have significant advantages over those without, including 213% higher business growth!
Read more:
ruralinnovation.us/resources/re...
Read more:
ruralinnovation.us/resources/re...
October 10, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Did you know... a Center on Rural Innovation study finds that rural counties with high #broadband adoption rates have significant advantages over those without, including 213% higher business growth!
Read more:
ruralinnovation.us/resources/re...
Read more:
ruralinnovation.us/resources/re...
It's Digital Inclusion Week! You can find all kinds of resources about digital inclusion including a technology check-up tool, skills assessment, and digital navigator tools at:
www.digitalinclusion.org/resources/pa...
#DIW2025 #digitalinclusion
www.digitalinclusion.org/resources/pa...
#DIW2025 #digitalinclusion
October 9, 2025 at 7:24 PM
It's Digital Inclusion Week! You can find all kinds of resources about digital inclusion including a technology check-up tool, skills assessment, and digital navigator tools at:
www.digitalinclusion.org/resources/pa...
#DIW2025 #digitalinclusion
www.digitalinclusion.org/resources/pa...
#DIW2025 #digitalinclusion
Congratulations to the new graduates of our #Broadband Technician Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship Training! The program is offered in partnership with North Country Career Center. The next session isn't set yet, but check our website for the latest info:
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
October 6, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Congratulations to the new graduates of our #Broadband Technician Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship Training! The program is offered in partnership with North Country Career Center. The next session isn't set yet, but check our website for the latest info:
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
People flock to #Vermont for our fall foliage, but soon they can count on fast internet speeds too, even in the most rural areas. So, get out there and enjoy the colors this weekend and know we're working to bring #broadband to all Vermonters!
October 3, 2025 at 8:22 PM
People flock to #Vermont for our fall foliage, but soon they can count on fast internet speeds too, even in the most rural areas. So, get out there and enjoy the colors this weekend and know we're working to bring #broadband to all Vermonters!
We can't wait to hand out certificates to #Vermont's newest group of #broadband technicians! Our latest group graduates 10/3 from our Broadband Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship Training offered with North Country Career Center.
October 2, 2025 at 5:37 PM
We can't wait to hand out certificates to #Vermont's newest group of #broadband technicians! Our latest group graduates 10/3 from our Broadband Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship Training offered with North Country Career Center.
Did you know...
#Broadband can help Vermonters produce maple syrup more efficiently by enabling them to monitor sap flow in real time and also detect issues such as leaks, blockages, or vacuum pressure drops.
#Broadband can help Vermonters produce maple syrup more efficiently by enabling them to monitor sap flow in real time and also detect issues such as leaks, blockages, or vacuum pressure drops.
October 1, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Did you know...
#Broadband can help Vermonters produce maple syrup more efficiently by enabling them to monitor sap flow in real time and also detect issues such as leaks, blockages, or vacuum pressure drops.
#Broadband can help Vermonters produce maple syrup more efficiently by enabling them to monitor sap flow in real time and also detect issues such as leaks, blockages, or vacuum pressure drops.
Thank you to Technology for Tomorrow for inviting us to participate in "Digital Equity & Access Roundtable: Connecting Communities, Expanding Opportunities." We're always looking to bridge the digital divide and make sure everyone can benefit from the opportunities made possible by #broadband!
September 29, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Thank you to Technology for Tomorrow for inviting us to participate in "Digital Equity & Access Roundtable: Connecting Communities, Expanding Opportunities." We're always looking to bridge the digital divide and make sure everyone can benefit from the opportunities made possible by #broadband!
It was great hearing from and talking to people in Grand Isle County this week! We met with local residents, business owners, and public safety workers. It was all part of Governor Scott's Capital for a Day 14-county tour.
September 26, 2025 at 1:25 PM
It was great hearing from and talking to people in Grand Isle County this week! We met with local residents, business owners, and public safety workers. It was all part of Governor Scott's Capital for a Day 14-county tour.
It's a beautiful fall day in Montpelier, and our team is here meeting in person, working to bring #broadband to all Vermonters!
September 24, 2025 at 4:33 PM
It's a beautiful fall day in Montpelier, and our team is here meeting in person, working to bring #broadband to all Vermonters!
It's finally raining!
Whether you're working from home or staying inside to binge your favorite show, you can count on #broadband for seamless video calls, quick file uploads, and smooth streaming.
Whether you're working from home or staying inside to binge your favorite show, you can count on #broadband for seamless video calls, quick file uploads, and smooth streaming.
September 23, 2025 at 2:55 PM
It's finally raining!
Whether you're working from home or staying inside to binge your favorite show, you can count on #broadband for seamless video calls, quick file uploads, and smooth streaming.
Whether you're working from home or staying inside to binge your favorite show, you can count on #broadband for seamless video calls, quick file uploads, and smooth streaming.
It's #TelehealthAwarenessWeek!
Join American Telemedicine Association for a week of free virtual events spotlighting the power of #telehealth. More information at:
telehealthawareness.org/events-lineup/
Join American Telemedicine Association for a week of free virtual events spotlighting the power of #telehealth. More information at:
telehealthawareness.org/events-lineup/
September 16, 2025 at 4:30 PM
It's #TelehealthAwarenessWeek!
Join American Telemedicine Association for a week of free virtual events spotlighting the power of #telehealth. More information at:
telehealthawareness.org/events-lineup/
Join American Telemedicine Association for a week of free virtual events spotlighting the power of #telehealth. More information at:
telehealthawareness.org/events-lineup/
Our next session of Broadband Technician Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship Training in partnership with North Country Career Center starts on Wednesday! It runs Wed.-Sat. in Montpelier for 3 weeks. Sign up at no cost to participants today:
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
September 15, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Our next session of Broadband Technician Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship Training in partnership with North Country Career Center starts on Wednesday! It runs Wed.-Sat. in Montpelier for 3 weeks. Sign up at no cost to participants today:
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
"This broadband internet that's being built for VT is built by Vermonters."
Sign up (no cost) for our new Broadband Technician Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship training in partnership with @career_north. Starts 9/17 in Montpelier.
@WellToldFilms
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
Sign up (no cost) for our new Broadband Technician Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship training in partnership with @career_north. Starts 9/17 in Montpelier.
@WellToldFilms
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
September 12, 2025 at 4:02 PM
"This broadband internet that's being built for VT is built by Vermonters."
Sign up (no cost) for our new Broadband Technician Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship training in partnership with @career_north. Starts 9/17 in Montpelier.
@WellToldFilms
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...
Sign up (no cost) for our new Broadband Technician Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship training in partnership with @career_north. Starts 9/17 in Montpelier.
@WellToldFilms
publicservice.vermont.gov/vt-community...