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• Museum plans to raise Revolutionary War gunboat from Lake Champlain

  05-06-2017 23:58
  
  It played a key role in the fight against the British in the Revolutionary War and now there's a daring plan to rescue a gunship from the depths of Lake Champlain.
  
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• Judge declares mistrial in pipeline protestor case

  05-06-2017 23:24
  
  A climate protestor's day in court ended in a mistrial Monday after another protest sidelined the proceedings.
  
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• Legislative Wrap 2017: Environment and energy

  05-06-2017 22:40 via vtdigger.org
  
  Scientists test a well for the chemical PFOA. Bennington Banner file photoEnvironmental advocates left this year’s legislative session expressing disappointment that several of their initiatives failed to gain ground.
  The foremost issues included the pollution of Lake Champlain, which has progressed to the point that Vermont now stands under a federal order to reduce its contribution to the problem.
  Implementing that order is expected to cost the state $25 million to $60 million a year for
  
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• Opossums Keeping Tick Population In Check bit.ly/2qRfets https://t.co/dkFfe5yMpt

  05-06-2017 22:38 via twitter.com
  
  Opossums Keeping Tick Population In Check bit.ly/2qRfets https://t.co/dkFfe5yMpt
  
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• Police: Burglar caught on camera in Williston

  05-06-2017 22:30
  A burglar was caught on camera in Williston.
  
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• Vermont wildlife biologists say go native with garden plants

  05-06-2017 22:14
  
  Vermont wildlife biologists are encouraging gardeners and landscapers to go native when picking their plants.
  
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• Book Launch Celebration with Sarah Healy

  05-06-2017 22:09 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Phoenix BooksJune 4, 2017
  Contact: Kristen Eaton802.872.7111 (p)802.872.7112 (f)
  [email protected]
  www.phoenixbooks.biz
  BOOK LAUNCH CELEBRATION FOR THE SISTERS CHASE WITH SARAH HEALY
  Burlington, Vermont – June 4, 2017: Phoenix Books Burlington will host Sarah Healy on Tuesday, June 27th at 7pm to celebrate the launch of The Sisters Chase, a gripping novel about two sisters who are left homeless by their mother’s death, and the lengths the fierce older sist
  
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• Canadian man charged with helping 2 illegally in the US

  05-06-2017 22:07
  
  A Montreal man is facing a federal charge he helped transport two men who had apparently just crossed illegally into the United States from Canada in Derby Line, Vermont.
  
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• 'Immersing One's Self In History': Exploring The Inn At Shelburne Farms bit.ly/2qQUlP1 https://t.co/FhmnY9pDQW

  05-06-2017 22:04 via twitter.com
  
  'Immersing One's Self In History': Exploring The Inn At Shelburne Farms bit.ly/2qQUlP1 https://t.co/FhmnY9pDQW
  
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• Norwich Fills Leadership Positions: Announces New Provost, Chief Information Officer and Dean

  05-06-2017 22:03 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Norwich UniversityJune 5, 2017
  Contact: Daphne [email protected]
  Norwich Fills Leadership Positions: Announces New Provost, CIO, and Dean
  NORTHFIELD, Vt. – Norwich University officials announced top positions filled:
  Provost and Dean of Faculty: Norwich has named Sandra G. Affenito, Ph.D., as new provost and dean of faculty beginning August 1, 2017. Affenito comes to Norwich after serving as associate provost and dean of Graduate Studies and Researc
  
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• VNA exploring affiliation with UVM Health Network

  05-06-2017 21:53
  
  The VNA of Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties announced Monday it's exploring a formal affiliation with the UVM Health Network.
  
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• Business, Low Income, Environmental Groups Thank Governor Scott; Ask for Further, Strong Action on Climate Change

  05-06-2017 21:52 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Businesses for Social ResponsibilityJune 5, 2017
  Contact:Daniel BarlowPhone: [email protected]
  Johanna MillerPhone: [email protected]
  Business, Low Income, Environmental Groups Thank Governor Scott; Ask for Further, Strong Action on Climate Change
  Montpelier — Last Friday, 13 business, low income, faith and environmental organizations denounced President Trump’s decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Cli
  
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• Vermont Fish and Wildlife: Choose Native Plants When Landscaping to Help Promote Wildlife

  05-06-2017 21:45 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Fish and WildlifeJune 5, 2017
  Media Contacts:Bob Popp802-371-7582
  Jon Kart802-595-1810
  Choose Native Plants When Landscaping to Help Promote Wildlife
  MONTPELIER, Vt. – June is a time of year when many gardeners and landscapers are eagerly breaking out their shovels and going to work in their yards and gardens. Beyond the beauty new gardens provide, landscapers can make a big difference for wildlife with the plants they choose.
  “Native plants such as black
  
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• Let’s Talk Progress Speaker Series Kicks Off Tuesday

  05-06-2017 21:37 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release –Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of CommerceJune 5, 2017
  Contact: Catherine Z. Davis
  [email protected] ext. 206
  Let’s Talk Progress Speaker Series Kicks Off Tuesday
  Burlington, VT – June 5, 2017 – The Let’s Talk Progress speaker series will kick off with the first of its eight events on June 6th from 5-7pm at the Black Box Theatre. Let’s Talk Progress is inviting national and local experts to share their experiences as part of a commun
  
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• Vermont Energy Control Systems to Attend the Internet of Things event in Washington

  05-06-2017 21:30 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Energy Control SystemsMay 30, 2017
  Vermont Energy Control Systems, selected by Congressman Welch’s Office to Attend the Internet of Things (IoT) event in Washington
  Vermont Energy Control Systems (VECS) is an Addison County, Vermont company selected by Congressman Peter Welch’s office to attend the IoT (Internet of Things) annual showcase event which highlights innovation and technology on Capitol Hill in Washington on June 13th, hosted by the Subcommitte
  
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• Peoples Trust Company Welcomes Chief Retail Officer

  05-06-2017 21:21 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Peoples Trust CompanyJune 5, 2017
  Contact:Jay Cummings802-752-1848
  PEOPLES TRUST COMPANY WELCOMES CHIEF RETAIL OFFICER
  St. Albans, VT – June 5, 2017 – Peoples Trust Company is pleased to welcome Barbara Toof as its Chief Retail Officer. Ms. Toof is responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of retail strategies that will enhance banking services for consumers and businesses.
  “Barbara’s passion for serving and strengthening our communit
  
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• Grace Initiative presents Harvard’s Dr. Richard Mollica to speak on “Healing Invisible Wounds of the Past”

  05-06-2017 21:13 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Grace InitiativeJune 5, 2017
  Addresses Colombia’s female ex-combatants’ reincorporation with rural communities
  Grace Initiative, a Vermont-based NGO, will host Dr. Richard F. Mollica, a world-renowned expert in psycho-social healing, at a reception on June 16, 2017 to launch the organization’s peace-building efforts in Bogotá, Colombia. Dr. Mollica’s presentation, “Healing the Invisible Wounds of the Past”, will be integral to Grace
  
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• Protect Our Wildlife Vermont: Wildlife in Danger During Hunting Season

  05-06-2017 21:06 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Protect Our Wildlife VermontJune 1, 2017
  Contact:Brenna Galdenzi
  [email protected]
  STARTING TODAY BOBCATS, FOXES AND OTHER WILDLIFE ARE IN DANGER
  Stowe, Vermont, June 1, 2017 – Protect Our Wildlife (POW) Starting today in Vermont, bobcats, foxes and other wildlife will be harassed by hunting dogs, separated from their young and potentially injured or killed. Bobcats are tending to their newborn kits this time of year which makes this activity ev
  
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• Playwright Mona Mansour Kicks Off Dorset Theatre Festival’s 2017 New Play Reading Series

  05-06-2017 20:43 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Dorset Theatre FestivalJune 5, 2017
  CONTACT:Natalie Redmond(802) 328-5606
  [email protected]
  A PUBLIC READING OF MANSOUR’S NEW WORK WILL BE HELD JUNE 12
  DORSET, VT: Dorset Theatre Festival continues its commitment to incubating new works for the American stage with the return of its New Play Reading series. Mona Mansour, playwright of The Vagrant Trilogy and winner of the 2014 Middle East America Playwright Award, will be the first playwright in residenc
  
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• Douglas decries drift toward partisanship

  05-06-2017 20:43 via vtdigger.org
  
  Former Vermont Gov. Jim Douglas speaks in Manchester last week about the trend toward partisanship in politics at both the state and national levels. Photo by Jim Therrien/VTDigger
  MANCHESTER — Former Republican Gov. Jim Douglas, who often found himself dealing with a Democrat-dominated Legislature, says he had to develop a few strategies to steer Vermont away from ruts of dysfunction.
  Douglas shared his thoughts on partisan and bipartisan government — both in Montpelier and Washingt
  
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• Green Mountain Power Teams Up with Freedom Nissan to give customers $10,000 off Leaf purchases

  05-06-2017 20:26 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Green Mountain PowerJune 5, 2017
  Contact:Kristin Carlson802-229-8200
  [email protected]
  Green Mountain Power Teams Up with Freedom Nissan to give customers $10,000 off Leaf purchases
  Reduce emissions and lower your transportation costs with 2017 Nissan Leaf
  Colchester, VT – Green Mountain Power (GMP) customers who bring their energy statements and a special code to Freedom Nissan in South Burlington now through September 30 will get $10,000 off the
  
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• Alchemist Recognized for Water Treatment Excellence

  05-06-2017 20:16 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — The AlchemistJune 1, 2017
  CONTACT:Liz Schlegel802-279-4695
  [email protected]
  Receives Outstanding Industrial Facility Award from GMWEA
  Stowe, VT –June 1, 2017 – More beer, more visitors, cleaner water, less waste? That’s what the team at The Alchemist have accomplished with their new brewery in Stowe, and they were recently recognized for their environmental success with an award from the Green Mountain Water Environment Association (GMWEA).
  Steve Mille
  
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• Sanders cracks $1 million mark in income

  05-06-2017 20:15 via vtdigger.org
  
  Sen. Bernie Sanders speaks at the Statehouse in 2016. File photo by Erin Mansfield/VTDiggerU.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., made more than $1 million in 2016, a sharp increase for the democratic socialist, who has historically been one of the poorer members of Congress.
  The financial details, provided by Sanders in his annual Senate disclosure, dwarf his net income in previous years and show how his newfound political stature has translated into dollars and cents. In publicly available Senate re
  
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• Vermont’s Tour de Farms Bike Ride Returns August 6

  05-06-2017 20:05 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Addison County Relocalization NetworkJune 1, 2017
  Contact: Jonathan Corcoran
  [email protected](802) 989-2583
  Pre-registration is now open for discounted entry
  BRISTOL, Vt. – ACORN’s 10th annual Tour de Farms, one of Vermont’s oldest cycling farm tours, will be held Sunday, August 6th in Bristol, Vt. This year’s route will follow 28 miles of rolling hills and backcountry roads through the Champlain Valley’s quintessential pastoral landscape.
  
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• Vermont’s Summer Free Fishing Day is June 10

  05-06-2017 19:23 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Fish and Wildlife DepartmentJune 5, 2017
  Media Contact: Adam Miller(802) 777-2852
  Family fishing festival & bass season opener both on Free Fishing Day
  GRAND ISLE, Vt. – The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is reminding the public that Vermont’s annual, statewide summer Free Fishing Day is set to take place on Saturday, June 10 and will be highlighted by the 17th annual Grand Isle Family Fishing Festival, as well as the opening of the state&rsqu
  
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• Upper Valley Churches Co-host Land, Water Events During June 17-18 Connecticut River Pilgrimage

  05-06-2017 19:13 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — The Episcopal Church in VermontMay 31, 2017
  For more information contact:Maurice L. Harris
  [email protected]: (513) 704-8395
  Laura Simoes
  [email protected]: (603) 224-1914
  Media contact:Jo Brooks
  [email protected]
  Schedule Includes Montshire Museum, CRREL Presentation, Sermons & Kilowatt Park
  On June 17-18 four Upper Valley Episcopal churches will be participating in a Connecticut River pilgrimage: River of Life 2017, “from the source to
  
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• Forest Services to Launch Freshwater Snorkeling Education Program in Vermont

  05-06-2017 18:55 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — U.S. Department of AgricultureJune 5, 2017
  Media Contact: Ethan M. ReadyVoice: (802) 747‐6760Cell: (802) 558‐8176
  [email protected]
  FOREST SERVICES TO LAUNCH FRESHWATER SNORKELING EDUCATION PROGRAM IN VERMONT
  WHO: Forest Service, NorthBay employees and teachers and students from Randolph, Rochester, South Royalton, Bethel, Newton, Stockbridge, Braintree, Horace Mann and Prosper Valley schools.
  WHAT: The “Freshwater Snorkeling Education Program” will en
  
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• Museum to raise Revolutionary War gunboat from lake bottom

  05-06-2017 18:37
  
  The Lake Champlain Maritime Museum wants to raise a Revolutionary War gunboat from the bottom of Lake Champlain.
  
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• VNA exploring affiliation with UVM Medical Center

  05-06-2017 18:33
  
  The VNA of Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties announced Monday it's exploring a formal affiliation with the medical center.
  
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• Energy-efficient, affordable senior housing opens in Milton

  05-06-2017 18:32
  
  Elm Place is billed as the first energy efficient multi-family residence in the state.
  
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• Vermont Community Foundation Hires Gamache, Lewis, and Wiberg to Oversee Grants and Community Investments Department

  05-06-2017 18:28 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Community FoundationJune 1, 2017
  Contact:Margaret Morris
  [email protected] ext. 286
  Vermont Community Foundation Hires Gamache, Lewis, and Wiberg to Oversee Grants and Community Investments Department
  Middlebury, VT – The Vermont Community Foundation announced that Liz Gamache, Chelsea Bardot Lewis, and Kevin Wiberg will join the organization’s grants and community investments department, which is responsible for overseeing the programs th
  
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• Springfield man charged with sexual assault

  05-06-2017 18:27
  
  A Springfield man faces charges of sexually assaulting a 68-year-old. 
  
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• New Photography Exhibit Set to Open in Southwestern Vermont Health Care Corridor Gallery

  05-06-2017 18:19 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Southwestern Vermont Medical CenterJune 2, 2017
  Media Contact:Ashley Brenon JowettCommunications & Marketing SpecialistPhone: 802.447.5019 | Fax: 802.447.5214
  [email protected]
  New Photography Exhibit Set to Open in Southwestern Vermont Health Care Corridor Gallery
  BENNINGTON, VT—June 2, 2017—Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) Corridor Gallery welcomes a new photography exhibit, titled “Favorite Places and Things.”
  The show featu
  
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• State’s largest VNA looks at joining UVM Health Network

  05-06-2017 18:05 via vtdigger.org
  
  Dr. John Brumsted is CEO of the University of Vermont Health Network and UVM Medical Center. File photo by Erin Mansfield/VTDiggerThe Visiting Nurse Association of Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties says it may affiliate with the state’s largest hospital system.
  The association announced in a news release Monday that its board of directors has signed a nonbinding letter of intent to explore affiliation with the University of Vermont Health Network.
  The association and the network will spen
  
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• US Forest Service Announces $2 Million to Support Community Forests

  05-06-2017 18:04 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — U.S. Department of AgricultureJune 2, 2017
  Media Contact: Jason KirchnerVoice: (414) 297-3664Cell: (414) 238-1299
  [email protected]
  Grants will benefit communities in Idaho, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and WisconsinWashington, D.C. (June 2, 2017) – Today the U.S. Forest Service announced the award of $2 million to catalyze seven Community Forest Program projects. This investment will support jobs and healthy forests in communities in Idaho, Maine, New Hampshire,
  
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• The Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf partners with 8th Annual Burlington Wine & Food Festival

  05-06-2017 17:47 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Burlington Wine and Food FestivalJune 2, 2017
  Media Contact:Anna McMahon, CEFS Community Engagement Manager802-658-7939 ext. 32
  [email protected]
  Tracy Stolese, Co-Owner of the Burlington Wine & Food Festival802-316-1163
  [email protected]
  The Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf partners with 8th Annual Burlington Wine & Food Festival
  Burlington, VT – The Burlington Wine & Food Festival (BWFF) is partnering with the Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf (CEFS) to
  
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• Coming up at noon, we're talking about saving for retirement. What are your questions? Send them our way. bit.ly/2s6Kc4L #VT

  05-06-2017 16:59 via twitter.com
  Coming up at noon, we're talking about saving for retirement. What are your questions? Send them our way. bit.ly/2s6Kc4L #VT
  
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• Bill Schubart’s Talk on Lila & Theron at Phoenix Books Rutland

  05-06-2017 16:56 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Phoenix Books RutlandJune 2, 2017
  Contact: Kristen Eaton802.872.7111 (p)802.872.7112 (f)
  [email protected]
  www.phoenixbooks.biz
  BILL SCHUBART’S TALK ON LILA & THERON AT PHOENIX BOOKS RUTLAND
  Rutland, Vermont – June 2, 2017: Phoenix Books Rutland will welcome Bill Schubart for a talk on his new novel, Lila and Theron, on Thursday, June 22nd at 6:30pm.Event attendees who purchase Lila and Theron at the event will get a complimentary CD of Bill Schubart r
  
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• Energize Vermont applauds Gov. Phil Scott for joining U.S. Climate Alliance

  05-06-2017 16:37 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Energize VermontJune 3, 2017
  Contact: Mark Whitworth802.424.0540Email: [email protected]
  Vermont must follow principles for rational climate action
  Energize Vermont regrets the decision by President Donald J. Trump to abandon the Paris climate accord and applauds Governor Phil Scott for adding Vermont to the U.S. Climate Alliance, a partnership of state governors and mayors who are committed to following through on the obligations set under the Paris Agreement.
  Energi
  
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• Vermont’s Conservation Districts Help Loggers Improve Water Quality

  05-06-2017 16:18 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Association of Conservation DistrictsJune 2, 2017
  Contact:Luke RackersVACD Communications Coordinator
  [email protected]
  Vermont’s Conservation Districts Help Loggers Improve Water Quality by Expanding Portable Skidder Bridge Rental Program
  Vermont’s Natural Resources Conservation Districts are helping loggers and other forestry professionals do their part to protect water quality by increasing the availability of portable skidder bridges for rent.
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• Mayor Miro Weinberger’s public appearance schedule for June 5-9, 2017

  05-06-2017 16:03 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Mayor Miro WeinbergerJune 2, 2017
  Contact:Katie Vane802.734.0617
  Mayor Miro Weinberger’s public appearance schedule for June 5 – June 9, 2017:
  Monday, June 55:00 pm Board of Finance Meeting – Conference Room 12, City Hall7:30 pm City Council Meeting – Contois Auditorium, City Hall
  Tuesday, June 65:00 pm Let’s Talk Progress Speaker Series: Joe Minicozzi – Blackbox Theatre, Main Street Landing, 60 Lake St.
  Wednesday, June 78:00 am Mornings w
  
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• Vermont Air National Guard changes commanders

  05-06-2017 15:58
  
  A changing of the guard took place over the weekend, with Vermont Air National Guard's outgoing commander relinquishing his title and retiring after nearly 30 years of service.
  
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• NY officials to discuss fossil fuel divestment

  05-06-2017 15:54
  
  Local officials from around New York plan to meet Monday at the state capital in Albany to rally against climate change.
  
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• We're joined for today's discussion by John Pelletier, director of @ChampFinLit, and by Liz Scharf, a financial coa… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…

  05-06-2017 15:45 via twitter.com
  We're joined for today's discussion by John Pelletier, director of @ChampFinLit, and by Liz Scharf, a financial coa… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
  
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• Admission to state parks, historic sites free June 10, 11

  05-06-2017 15:41
  
  Admission to Vermont state parks, historic sites and the Vermont History Museum in Montpelier will be free this weekend to celebrate the summer.
  
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• What questions do you have about saving for retirement? We'll be discussing strategies on today's program. bit.ly/2s6Kc4L #VT

  05-06-2017 14:41 via twitter.com
  What questions do you have about saving for retirement? We'll be discussing strategies on today's program. bit.ly/2s6Kc4L #VT
  
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• Please support the digging. We have $60,000 left to raise in 10 days.

  05-06-2017 11:29 via vtdigger.org
  
  VTDigger reporters Tiffany Pache, left, Elizabeth Hewitt and Anne Galloway.VTDigger has grown because of reader support.Just eight years ago, we were a one-person, volunteer operation. Now, we have 17 employees, and our news service is used by 13 local newspapers.We’ve grown for a reason. Daily newspapers have been in a tailspin for more than a decade, and the number of reporters in the state has been cut in half.VTDigger has stepped up to fill the void because we believe Vermonters deserv
  
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• March for Babies draws a crowd

  05-06-2017 05:37
  
  Crowds filled Veterans Memorial Park for this year's March for Babies sponsored by the March of Dimes. 
  
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• 1 injured in I-89 rollover

  05-06-2017 01:33
  
  Interstate 89 was slowed to one lane Sunday after a rollover caused by a bike in the road. 
  
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• Vt. Supreme Court sides with Williston shooting range

  05-06-2017 01:31
  
  A Williston shooting range has won a Vermont Supreme Court decision in a dispute over noise complaints. 
  
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