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Fewer Vermonters died from opioid overdoses last year, preliminary state data show
The number of Vermonters who died from opioid overdoses fell last year — the first decrease in five years.
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From outsider to Senate chair, what Sanders' incumbency means for Vermonters
Sen. Bernie Sanders announced on May 6 that he will seek reelection to the U.S. Senate. The 82-year-old is hoping to serve a fourth consecutive term.
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Marlboro family gets artwork back that was taken by the Nazis 84 years ago
The family of Andy Reichsman, of Marlboro, has been trying to get the seized artwork back for decades. The Croatian government, late last year, returned the valuable paintings and lithographs.
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New Hampshire author channels grief and honors her mom in one-woman play 'Keeping It Inn'
New Hampshire author, educator and comic story teller Cindy Pierce likes honesty and, when possible, a healthy splash of humor. So when her 93-year-old mother died in 2019, Pierce channeled her grief into a one-woman show that she hopes will honor her mother's life and resonate with others caring for aging parents.
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Vermont is planning for a new women’s prison. Critics say it’s too big
Vermont’s only women's prison is half a century old and in terrible shape. The state has set aside millions for a new facility but construction is years away.
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Advocates fear public safety bill could send more Vermont children to prison
Legislation that's up for a final vote in the Statehouse this week would allow children as young as 16 to be charged as adults for drug trafficking.