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Disappointment, determination after Scott's order to keep schools closed

Gov. Phil Scott's order closing all of Vermont's schools until the end of the school year because of the coronavirus pandemic has left people sad, disappointed and struggling for answers. On …

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LaPointe promoted to bank branch manager BENNINGTON — Elizabeth LaPointe has been promoted to branch manger for the North Street and Phyllis Lane Branch, the Bank of Bennington has announced. LaPointe joined the bank in 2003 as a …
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Utility commission expands no-disconnect order MONTPELIER — The Vermont Public Utility Commission on Friday expanded the moratorium on utility disconnections to include commercial and industrial customers and regulated water companies. …
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Scott steps up fight against coronavirus as cases rise
MONTPELIER — The governor and members of his administration are urging people to leave their homes as little as possible as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to climb in Vermont. … more
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Vermont Gov. Phil Scott speaks to a group of people at the Grafton Inn, in Grafton, in August 2017. The governor said Wednesday that his stay-at-home order "will save lives."
Green Mountain Express announces temporary changes in schedule
BENNINGTON — Reacting to the spread of the novel coronavirus, the Green Mountain Express has announced changes to its fixed route services, effective Friday, March 27. Commuter Route … more
Book linked to Everett Mansion lands on British listing
BENNINGTON — A children's book centered on the historic Everett Mansion on the former Southern Vermont College campus has landed high on a prestigious book list in Britain. "Lady Lucy's … more
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The cover of Karen Gross' newest book in her Lady Lucy series, which has landed on a British list of books for children.
Bennington Select Board meeting goes online
BENNINGTON — It wasn't exactly a brave new world, but it was one that had shifted considerably. Select Board Chairman Donald Campbell sat alone at the middle of one of the long tables behind … more
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Bennington Select Board Chairman Donald Campbell gets ready to lead a first-ever virtual board meeting via videoconferencing with other board members and public officials.Campbell and Assistant Town Manager Dan Monks were alone at the table Monday in the board's meeting room at the town firehouse.
Gov. Scott issues 'stay home, stay safe' order
MONTPELIER — Gov. Phil Scott is ordering non-essential businesses and nonprofits to stop in-person operations, and directing residents to stay at home and only to leave for critical reasons … more
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For parents, talking to kids about virus requires deft touch
Molly Gillon's 2-year-old daughter doesn't seem to be bothered by the current state of affairs; she's just happy her big sister is home to play. "She's completely unaware of what's going on; she's … more
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The Herald-Dispatch via APSeven-year-old Telly Markun collects litter Wednesday in Huntington, W.Va. With schools being closed because of the new coronavirus, Telly and her sister were cleaning up the neighborhood as part of recommended physical activity from their take-home school curriculum.
Vermont Senate passes coronavirus bills; on to the House
The Vermont Senate on Tuesday passed a series of measures designed to help the state respond to the COVID-19 outbreak that is sweeping the state and the nation. The legislation would make sure … more
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Democratic State Sen. Richard Sears, D-Bennington,left foreground, sits apart from others in a meeting room to follow the social distance requirements set by the governor on Tuesday at the Statehouse in Montpelier. The Senate met in its chamber with 17 members, one over the required quorum, to pass legislation needed to confront the coronavirus pandemic.
SVMC triples number of isolation rooms in response to coronavirus
BENNINGTON — Four more Southwestern Vermont Medical Center patients tested positive for the novel coronavirus on Monday just as the hospital tripled isolation rooms to deal with the virus … more
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Southwestern Vermont Medical Center has added 28 negative pressure isolation rooms where airborne contaminants, such as the novel coronavirus, can be contained.
Settling in at your new office: Two veterans of at-home work share tips
NORTH ADAMS — The COVID-19 outbreak has sent much of the nation, including the Berkshires and the Shires of Vermont, home to continue working. To work at home effectively, … more
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In this Tuesday, March 17, 2020 photo Kim Borton, left, works from home while her children Logan Borton, center, 6, and Katie Borton, 7, work on an art project in Beaverton, Ore.
Hoosick Falls PFOA cleanup meeting to be held online
HOOSICK FALLS, N.Y. — Wednesday's Hoosick Falls Area Community Participation Work Group meeting is proceeding as scheduled. However, given the current health crisis, it will be conducted … more

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