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• Attorney general finds DMV’s facial recognition program illegal

  18-07-2017 23:56 via vtdigger.org
  
  Attorney General TJ Donovan. File photo by Anne Galloway/VTDiggerThe Department of Motor Vehicles’ facial recognition program violates state law and should remain suspended, Attorney General TJ Donovan declared Tuesday. Gov. Phil Scott had ordered the DMV to halt the program in May pending legal review.
  Donovan’s office said the program does not comply with Act 154. The 2004 law states in part that the DMV “shall not implement any procedures or processes for identifying applica
  
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• Goats vandalize Colorado business

  18-07-2017 23:30
  
  A criminal remains on the loose in Colorado after damaging a local business. But this is not your typical suspect.
  
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• Walking the line: Land and water

  18-07-2017 23:23
  
  The U.S. border with Mexico gets all the attention but illegal crossings are also a problem along the U.S.-Canada border. Our Tyler Dumont got an inside look at patrols on land and on the water. 
  
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• Police tie escaped traffic stop suspect to burglary

  18-07-2017 23:07
  
  A stop for erratic driving in Burlington led police to a stolen car, cash and jewelry in Colchester. Now, police are trying to ID their suspect. 
  
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• Police: Vt. man was texting behind the wheel before deadly crash

  18-07-2017 23:04
  
  Police say a Vermont man who has pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from a December crash that killed a Rutland couple was texting at the time of the crash.
  
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• Burlington mall redevelopment gets the green light

  18-07-2017 22:54
  
  A judge just gave the green light for crews to start the big, new mall project in Burlington. 
  
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• Blodgett company staying in Chittenden County as it expands

  18-07-2017 22:50 via vtdigger.org
  
  The Blodgett oven manufacturer will move from this location in Burlington’s South End to a site in Essex. Photo by Alexandre Silberman/VTDiggerBURLINGTON — The Blodgett oven company is moving to a bigger facility in Essex after 169 years at its current lakefront location in Burlington’s South End.
  The company produces commercial grade ovens for restaurants, fast-food chains, hospitals, schools and other organizations.The Middleby Corp., the Illinois-based parent company of G.S.
  
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• NY police: Vt. man was drinking before he drowned

  18-07-2017 22:42
  
  Police have released new details about a Rutland man found dead in Lake Champlain. 
  
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• New Laws Extend Protections For Victims Of Sexual Assault And Domestic Violence bit.ly/2uxbaUp https://t.co/fSerGR49Fn

  18-07-2017 22:28 via twitter.com
  
  New Laws Extend Protections For Victims Of Sexual Assault And Domestic Violence bit.ly/2uxbaUp https://t.co/fSerGR49Fn
  
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• Booming caterpillar population munches through forests

  18-07-2017 22:28 via vtdigger.org
  
  Forest tent caterpillars. Photo courtesy of Vermont Agency of Natural Resources
  Swaths of leafless, gray-brown trees are discoloring the normally verdant forests in some parts of Vermont this summer.
  The defoliation is caused by an outbreak of forest tent caterpillars, which occur about every 10 years. The caterpillars, which hatch in late June and early July, eat an astonishing amount of foliage as they grow.
  “When the population builds to these outbreak levels, these caterpillars eat thr
  
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• Hearings on health premium increases planned this week

  18-07-2017 21:50 via vtdigger.org
  
  State regulators will hold public hearings on proposals by two health insurance companies to raise premiums for people using Vermont Health Connect.
  The Green Mountain Care Board will hold two hearings this week, both in Room 11 at the Statehouse in Montpelier. Next week the board will hold an additional event in the evening to take public comment.
  Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the board will hear from MVP Health Care, which is seeking to raise premiums on the exchange an average of 6.7 perce
  
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• Vermont Electric Cooperative members encouraged to save energy

  18-07-2017 21:31 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Electric CooperativeJuly 18, 2017
  Contacts:Andrea CohenCell Phone: 802-696-9036
  [email protected]
  VEC Issues a Peak Alert for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
  Members Encouraged to Conserve Energy in the Late Afternoon and Evening
  Johnson, VT- Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC) is encouraging members to conserve energy on Wednesday, July 19, Thursday July 20, and Friday July 21, between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. This is when demand for electricity
  
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• Northern Power turbines generate dairy farm savings

  18-07-2017 21:04 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Northern Power SystemsJuly 17, 2017
  Contact:Maureen McCracken802.461.2834 (office)802.760.7016 (cell)
  Northern Power Wind Turbines Generate Significant Energy Savings for New York Dairy Farm
  Farming industry can reap benefits from clean wind power and energy incentive programs
  BARRE, VT–(Marketwired – Jul 17, 2017) – Northern Power Systems Corp (TSX: NPS), an innovator in wind turbine technology for over 40 years, has seen a surge of interest in wind power
  
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• Town mourns firefighter while awaiting news about her death

  18-07-2017 21:02 via vtdigger.org
  
  The Hinesburg Fire Department, where the late Pamela Price volunteered as a firefighter and emergency medical responder. Courtesy photo
  ST. GEORGE — Police say they’ll announce later this week the results of their nearly two-week investigation into a young St. George mother’s death, but that it is not considered homicide.
  Pamela E. Price, 24, died July 4 from a gunshot wound to the head at her home.“The investigation is wrapped up now,” said Vermont State Police Lt.
  
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• Rutland Regional Medical Center named in Annual Health Care’s Most Wired

  18-07-2017 20:32 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Rutland Regional Medical CenterJuly 18, 2017
  Media Contact:Peg Bolgioni802.772.2843
  [email protected]
  Rutland Regional Medical Center named a “Most Wired Hospital for 2017”
  CHICAGO, July 17, 2017—Technology is making it easier for patients and providers to interact, thus improving communication, safety and patient-provider relationships. New tools are helping patients become more actively involved in their care and maintaining their health, according to re
  
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• Vermont Works joins Packetized Energy fundraising

  18-07-2017 20:10 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont WorksJuly 17, 2017
  Contact:Kevin Ellis802.371.8112
  [email protected]
  Robert Zulkoski
  [email protected]
  VERMONT WORKS TEAMS WITH PACKETIZED ENERGY
  Burlington, VT — A Burlington, VT energy start-up and a new social impact investment firm announced today a capital investment that will fund operations and growth into the future.
  Vermont Works Management Company, LLC has become the anchor investor in Packetized Energy’s current fund raising effort, acc
  
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• Dorset Theatre Festival premieres Aug. 3-9

  18-07-2017 19:48 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Dorset Theatre FestivalJuly 18, 2017
  Contact:Natalie Redmond(802) 328-5606
  [email protected]
  The Legend of Georgia McBride Takes Center Stage at Dorset Theatre Festival
  MATTHEW LOPEZ’S SENSATIONAL NEW PLAY MAKES ITS REGIONAL PREMIERE AUGUST 3 – 19
  DORSET, VT: Dorset Theatre Festival continues its 40th Anniversary Season with the Regional Premiere of The Legend of Georgia McBride by Matthew Lopez. The Legend of Georgia McBride, under the direction
  
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• Redmond and Kornheiser appointed to Women’s Commission

  18-07-2017 19:14 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Commission on WomenJuly 18, 2017
  Contact:Lilly Talbert802-828-2841
  Marybeth Christie Redmond of Essex and Emilie Kornheiser of Brattleboro Appointed to State Women’s Commission
  (Montpelier) – Speaker of the House Mitzi Johnson has appointed two new Commissioners to Vermont Commission on Women: Marybeth Christie Redmond of Essex and Emilie Kornheiser of Brattleboro.Marybeth Christie Redmond’s work and career have focused on utilizing writing and publ
  
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• Vt. attorney general: DMV facial recognition not fully compliant

  18-07-2017 19:13
  
  After an investigation, the Vermont attorney general has determined that the Department of Motor Vehicle's use of facial recognition technology is not fully compliant with state law.
  
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• Vermont Works Teams with Packetized Energy

  18-07-2017 19:07 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Works Management Co.July 17, 2017
  Contact:Kevin Ellis, Ellis-Mills Public Affairs802.371.8112; [email protected]
  Robert Zulkoski, Vermont Works
  [email protected]
  Burlington, VT — A Burlington, VT energy start-up and a new social impact investment firm announced today a capital investment that will fund operations and growth into the future.
  Vermont Works Management Company, LLC has become the anchor investor in Packetized Energy’s current fund rai
  
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• Centers for Living and Rehabilitation Welcomes New Medical Director

  18-07-2017 19:01 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Southwestern Vermont Health CareJuly 18, 2017
  Media Contact:Ashley Brenon JowettCommunications & Marketing SpecialistPhone: 802.447.5019 | Fax: 802.447.5214
  [email protected]
  BENNINGTON, VT – July 18, 2017 – James Poole, MD, accepted an appointment as the medical director for the Centers for Living and Rehabilitation (CLR), a part of Southwestern Vermont Health Care, on June 22.
  Dr. Poole has served as a hospitalist with Southwestern Vermont Medi
  
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• Vermont Republicans to host New Hampshire’s Gov. Sununu

  18-07-2017 18:59 via vtdigger.org
  
  New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu will be the guest of honor at a Vermont Republican Party fundraiser Aug. 31.Sununu said he’s looking forward to speaking to Vermont Republicans on the issues both states face. “As a region, we can continue to have important conversations on affordability, energy, the environment and important regional economic issues,” Sununu said in a statement.
  The event will be at the ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center in Burlington. Tickets are $75, with s
  
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• Operator of two salvage yards fined for failing to secure permits

  18-07-2017 18:59 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Agency of Natural ResourcesJuly 18, 2017
  Media Contact:John Zaikowski802-522-5438
  [email protected]
  Montpelier – The Agency of Natural Resources announced today that Andrew Mitchell is to pay $9,937 for operating properties in both West Burke and Lyndonville as salvage yards without first obtaining state and local permits.
  Salvage yards provide important waste management services to Vermonters by reusing and recycling materials from junk automobiles, i
  
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• High Growth Margins Expected for Champlain College’s New M.S. in Accounting

  18-07-2017 18:59 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Champlain CollegeJuly 17, 2017
  Contact:Sage Communications (For Champlain College Online)Lauren Horn, 703-207-0941
  [email protected]
  Financial and Accounting Professionals Increase Business Acumen Through Immersive Program
  July 17, 2017 09:07 AM Eastern Daylight Time
  BURLINGTON, Vt.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Champlain College Online, ranked among The U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges for the Northern Region, today introduced its Master of Science degree
  
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• Waterbury State Office Complex Redevelopment Named APWA 2017 Public Works Project of the Year

  18-07-2017 18:55 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — APWAJuly 17, 2017
  Media Contact:Laura BynumAPWA Media Relations/Communications Manager(202) 218-6736
  [email protected]
  KANSAS CITY, MO. – July 17, 2017 –The Waterbury State Office Complex Redevelopment project in Vermont has been named a 2017 Public Works Project of the Year by the American Public Works Association (APWA). The project is being honored with APWA’s Project of the Year award in the Disaster or Emergency Construction/Repair at a cost of more than
  
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• Attorney General TJ Donovan Opposes FCC Rollback of Net Neutrality Protections

  18-07-2017 18:53 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — State of Vermont Office of the Attorney GeneralJuly 17th, 2017Contact: T.J. DonovanAttorney General802 595 8679
  Attorney General TJ Donovan today joined with 12 other attorneys general to oppose a rollback of critical net neutrality protections by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
  In comments submitted to the FCC today, the attorneys general argue that the FCC must ensure open access to the internet and the continued equal access to all content providers, which ca
  
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• Rutland Regional Medical Center named a ‘Most Wired Hospital for 2017’

  18-07-2017 18:46 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Rutland Regional Medical CenterJuly 18, 2017
  Media Contact:Peg Bolgioni, Marketing & Public Relations802.772.2843 or [email protected]
  CHICAGO, July 17, 2017—Technology is making it easier for patients and providers to interact, thus improving communication, safety and patient-provider relationships. New tools are helping patients become more actively involved in their care and maintaining their health, according to results of the 19th Annual Health Care’s M
  
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• Affordable housing in Rutland part of $22M makeover

  18-07-2017 18:30
  Construction is underway in Rutland on 22 units of affordable housing that will mark the completion of a $22 million, yearslong project to renovate and rebuild a public housing complex in the Vermont city.
  
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• Vermont leaders praise health reform work

  18-07-2017 18:22 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Association of Hospitals and Health ServicesJuly 18, 2017
  Contact:Judith Stermer
  [email protected]
  Vermont’s Governor, Congressional Delegation and Legislative Leaders Encourage Thoughtful Federal Policy, Praise Vermont’s Health Reform Work
  Montpelier, VT – Yesterday in the Governor’s ceremonial office, Vermont leaders from all major political parties encouraged the U.S. Senate to adopt smart, sensible changes to the Affordable Care A
  
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• Northeast Kingdom Fund available

  18-07-2017 18:17 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Community FoundationJuly 17, 2017
  Contact:Lauren Bruno802-388-3355 ext. 222
  [email protected]
  Funding Available for Organizations in the Northeast Kingdom Through the Northeast Kingdom Fund
  Funding is now available for organizations and projects in Orleans, Essex, and Caledonia Counties through the Northeast Kingdom Fund at the Vermont Community Foundation. The fund awards mini-grants ($500 – $1,000) and sustaining grants ($1,001 – $5,000) in support o
  
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• Attorney general opposed rollback of net neutrality protections

  18-07-2017 18:11 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Vermont Office of the Attorney GeneralJuly 17, 2017
  Contact:T.J. Donovan802 595 8679
  ATTORNEY GENERAL TJ DONOVAN OPPOSES FCC ROLLBACK OF NET NEUTRALITY PROTECTIONS
  Attorney General TJ Donovan today joined with 12 other attorneys general to oppose arollback of critical net neutrality protections by the Federal Communications Commission(FCC).
  In comments submitted to the FCC today, the attorneys general argue that the FCCmust ensure open access to the internet and the continue
  
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• Waterbury State Office Complex Redevelopment named project of the year

  18-07-2017 17:35 via vtdigger.org
  
  News Release — Esmond CommunicationsJuly 17, 2017
  Media Contact:Laura Bynum(202) 218-6736
  [email protected]
  Waterbury State Office Complex Redevelopment Named APWA 2017 Public Works Project of the Year
  KANSAS CITY, MO. – July 17, 2017 –The Waterbury State Office Complex Redevelopment project in Vermont has been named a 2017 Public Works Project of the Year by the American Public Works Association (APWA). The project is being honored with APWA’s Project of the Year award in
  
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• Police try to ID theft suspect

  18-07-2017 17:35
  
  Can you help police identify a theft suspect? 
  
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• Join VTDigger and Sabra Field in Middlebury on Thursday August 10th at 5:30pm

  18-07-2017 17:31 via vtdigger.org
  
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• 2nd case of rare tick-borne illness confirmed in Northern NY

  18-07-2017 17:23
  
  Health officials say a second case of a rare tick-borne virus has been confirmed and another is probable in the upstate New York county where a man died last month after contracting the illness.
  
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• Manchester VA whistleblowers surprised by reaction

  18-07-2017 17:18
  
  The doctors and medical employees who reported what they consider dangerous and substandard care were back at work Monday. Why they were surprised by the reception they received. 
  
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• Suspected car thief arrested

  18-07-2017 17:05
  
  Police in South Burlington say they caught a car thief. 
  
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• ICYMI: @WBUR recently took a regional look at library funding. Find that story below, and we'll talk #VT library fu… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…

  18-07-2017 16:31 via twitter.com
  ICYMI: @WBUR recently took a regional look at library funding. Find that story below, and we'll talk #VT library fu… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
  
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• School district seeks to dismiss mascot name lawsuit

  18-07-2017 16:10
  
  The South Burlington school district is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit filed by four South Burlington residents over the high school's mascot name change.
  
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• Dog pulls baby deer from water to save it from drowning

  18-07-2017 16:04
  
  A dog that saw a baby deer in danger of drowning in New York jumped in and dragged it to shore.
  
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• 4 upstate NY airports to share federal grant for upgrades

  18-07-2017 15:59
  
  Four airports in upstate New York are getting a financial boost from the federal government.
  
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• Siena poll: Transit woes in NYC hurting Cuomo's popularity

  18-07-2017 15:55
  
  Another poll says Gov. Andrew Cuomo's popularity is sagging amid New York City's transit troubles.
  
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• Today: We discuss how libraries get the money they use, how they deal with funding challenges and how it all affect… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…

  18-07-2017 15:19 via twitter.com
  Today: We discuss how libraries get the money they use, how they deal with funding challenges and how it all affect… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
  
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• Northern Vermont University president talks merger details

  18-07-2017 07:07
  
  The Johnson College president has started her new role as head of Northern Vermont University. Elaine Collins talked to our Priscilla Liguori about what will happen as Johnson and Lyndon State Colleges merge into one school. 
  
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• Fire destroys Highgate home

  18-07-2017 07:04
  
  Fire destroyed a house Monday in Highgate.
  
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• With $5.2M on hand, Sanders outpaces rest of delegation in election fundraising

  18-07-2017 05:40 via vtdigger.org
  
  Vermont’s congressional delegation, from left: Sen. Patrick Leahy, Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Peter Welch. Photo by Mike Dougherty/VTDigger
  WASHINGTON — Vermont’s junior senator led the state’s congressional delegation in fundraising in the second quarter of the year.
  The latest campaign finance reports show that Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., netted the most money among Vermont’s representatives in Washington. Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vt., had a solid quarter, while Sen.
  
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• Suspicious incident at Townshend dam

  18-07-2017 05:37
  Police say young people were likely behind trying to make a bucket explode Monday at the Townshend Dam.
  
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• Body pulled from Lake Champlain Monday

  18-07-2017 04:46
  A man's body was pulled from Lake Champlain near Essex Monday morning.
  
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• Weyerhaeuser settles tax fight with state for $375,000 over forest clear cuts

  18-07-2017 04:42 via vtdigger.org
  
  Timber giant Weyerhaeuser has agreed to pay Vermont $375,000 for cutting too many trees from a property enrolled in a program that grants tax breaks for forestlands.The deal settles a high-stakes case against the company stemming from a 2010 incident. But it leaves unresolved a question about taxation of land whose owner violates the rules of the program.
  The settlement leaves the affected Northeast Kingdom property in Vermont’s current use program, which gives large landowners tax relief
  
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• LISTEN: Caring For Loved Ones With Memory Loss bit.ly/2ut1dam https://t.co/5GV2Uz9wUS

  18-07-2017 02:30 via twitter.com
  
  LISTEN: Caring For Loved Ones With Memory Loss bit.ly/2ut1dam https://t.co/5GV2Uz9wUS
  
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