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Corcoran, Whitman win Democratic primary in Bennington 2-1 House district

BENNINGTON — Incumbent Rep. Timothy Corcoran II and newcomer Dane Whitman easily won spots on the Nov. 3 ballot during Democratic Primary voting Tuesday. In the Bennington-2-1 House …

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Voters set up Scott-Zuckerman showdown With unofficial results still coming in at press time, it appeared Republican Gov. Phil Scott and Democratiic-Progressive Lt. Gov. David Zuckerman had won their races in the state primary election …
Bennington College outlines plans for reopening BENNINGTON — Bennington College has released a detailed plan for returning students and staff members that includes comprehensive testing for COVID-19; staggered arrival times, restrictions for …
Brattleboro high school reduces days on campus BRATTLEBORO — A plan for reopening the high school during the coronavirus pandemic has changed after administrators received feedback from staff and family. Brattleboro Union High School …
Scott: In-school learning is best for students MONTPELIER — Gov. Phil Scott on Tuesday renewed his plea for Vermont schools to let students - particularly elementary school students K through 5 - return to school full time next …
Bennington to transform into Garlic Town, USA BENNINGTON — On Saturday, Sept. 5, Bennington will become Garlic Town, USA for a day in celebration of all things garlic and agriculture. The town has become world-renowned for its annual Garlic and Herb Festival held every Labor Day weekend. The town has become world-renowned for its …

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'Wimpy Kid' author greets fans MANCHESTER — Author Jeff Kinney visited the Northshire Bookstore on Monday to hand out signed copies of his book "Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure" and offer socially-distant …
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All Stars virtual ceremony honors region's top athletes BENNINGTON — The region's top athletes and coaches were honored on Monday night as the Bennington Banner and Manchester Journal hosted the virtual version of the fourth annual Bennington Banner …
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Guidance for fall sports released by VPA

There is some more clarity as to what the high school sports season will look like this fall throughout the state of Vermont. "I'm pleased to announce that we will have a fall sports season," said …

Battle of the Bowl brings NASCAR drivers, local racers together WEST HAVEN — Local drivers will have the opportunity to compete with professional NASCAR driver Stewart Friesen at Devil's Bowl Speedway on Sunday. The second annual "Battle of the Bowl" Big …
N.Y. drops two wrestling weight classes There will be two less weight classes in New York high school wrestling the next time the athletes touch the mat. The New York State Public High School Athletic Association's (NYSPHSAA) Central …
Scott: There will be high school sports this fall in Vermont BENNINGTON — As the summer has gone on, many local athletes are wondering what the status of fall sports will be in the state of Vermont. According to Governor Phil Scott, it won't be a …
Manchester Country Club under new ownership MANCHESTER — The Manchester Country Club has announced big changes in the ownership structure of the club. A consortium of club members formed a Limited Liability Company (LLC) and …

BBA alumna places second in Vermont Amateur

DORSET — Julia Dapron finished in second place at the Vermont Women's Amateur Golf Championship on Wednesday. The Dorset native was playing on her home course, the Dorset Field Club. Dapron …

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Youth football league cancels 2020 season BENNINGTON — One local fall sports league has decided to cancel their season due to concerns over the coronavirus. The Northeastern Youth Football League, which features 12 teams from New York …
Upstate Athletics holds off Berkshire Americans HOOSICK, N.Y. — The Upstate Athletics U15 improved to 8-1 in the Eastern New York Travel Baseball (ENYTB) league with a 6-3 win over the Berkshire Americans U16 on Wednesday night. Upstate …
Johnson named to Sports Illustrated watch list BENNINGTON — More than 1 million high school students play football in the United States. Sports Illustrated has put out a watch list of just over 1,000 and Mount Anthony senior Gavin …
Three local golfers still in hunt for Match Play title RANDOLPH — Three local golfers are still in the hunt as they reached the semifinals of the Vermont Golf Association's Junior Match Play championship at Montague Golf Club. Harrison Digangi, …
Quick start leads Manchester past Bennington BENNINGTON — After a 12-day layoff, the Manchester baseball team was ready to go right out of the gate. A four-run first inning, highlighted by a homer from Chandler Pouk, propelled …

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Nationally recognized poet to present workshop at Bennington Museum

BENNINGTON — Nationally recognized poet Camille Guthrie will present an evening of reading and discussing ekphrastic poems at 7 p.m. on Aug. 18 at the Bennington Museum. Ekphrasis is a …

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