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Basketball College women Hartford 63, Vermont 52 HARTFORD (15-10) Smith 5-9 8-11 18; Elliott 5-7 3-3 15; Doherty 3-11 6-8 12; Bepko 2-7 2-2 6; Hall 2-7 0-0 4; Gilbert 2-2 2-2 4; Englert 0-6 2-2 2; Mars-Garrick 0-1 0-0 0; Moore 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 19-51 23-28 63.

Vt. police department has 2 new officers
The police department in the Vermont town of Bennington has two new officers on the street.
Vermont health officials issue warning over...
Friday November 18, 2011 BENNINGTON -- The Vermont Department of Health has warned health care providers around the state of an increase in cases of whooping cough, including at least one in Bennington County. Whooping cough, or pertussis, is preventable with a vaccine. It is a highly contagious disease of the lungs that is caused by a bacterial infection.
Solar project eyed in Vermont town
Some land in one Vermont community is being considered for a solar array project. Vermont Energy Parks LLC, a company based in Connecticut, intends to apply for the project on 20 acres in Stamford. The Bennington Banner reports ( http://bit.ly/s4I7NA ) a notice has been filed with the Bennington County Regional Commission.
Vermont-made antiques hit the auction block
BENNINGTON -- One of the largest known collections of Vermont-made antiques is going on the block next week, and the owner is going to miss some of it.
EPA changing cleanup plan on Vermont landfill
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is updating the cleanup plan for a Superfund site in Bennington, Vt., and federal officials are planning a meeting to let the public know.
Couple pleads not guilty to taking safe
BENNINGTON - A Vermont couple has pleaded not guilty to stealing a family member’s safe that contained $83,000. ... - The Associated Press
Man suspected of drag racing in Bennington with...
One of two motorists involved in a drag race today that reached speeds of 70 mph in Bennington had his 17-year old son and 2-year old daughter in the car, Vermont State Trooper Jesse Robson said.
2 Vermont men charged in check-cashing
Police in Bennington, Vt., have charged two men with cashing a state Department of Corrections check that was supposed to go to transitional housing for one of them.
Antique road rally to wind up in Vermont
An antique road rally will be roaring into Vermont next month. The Great Race, a 100-car race billed by organizers as the nation's premier old car rally, starts in Chattanooga, Tenn., and finishes in Bennington on June 17.
Vermont town gets new food pantry
There's a new food pantry opening in a Vermont town. The Kitchen Cupboard, a 2,800-square foot facility located in a former tanning salon in Bennington, opened its doors Saturday. Operated by the Greater Bennington Interfaith Council, the facility includes shelving, refrigeration units and a space for visitors to sit over coffee.
Vermont's Bennington monument opens Saturday
Things are looking up in Bennington: The Bennington Battle Monument is getting ready to open for the season.
Actor Tim Daly named Bennington College graduation...
BENNINGTON - Bennington College commencement speakers have included respected authors, politicians and journalists, but the 2011 graduating class will be addressed by the voice of Superman. ... - STAFF report
Lawmakers mull open records law changes
Saturday March 19, 2011 BENNINGTON -- Vermont lawmakers are debating changes to open records and meetings law as the nation celebrates Sunshine Week, an annual event to focus on the importance of open government.
Angry squirrel terrorizes Vermont town
A neighborhood in Bennington, Vt., is under siege following a series of attacks carried out by a gray squirrel.
Colonels are eliminated, Rebels to face Winooski
Monday March 14, 2011 BENNINGTON -- MAU center Clayton Palmer scored a game-high 19 points on Saturday afternoon to lead the third-seeded Patriots to a 61-50 victory over No.
Vermont bill clarifies jurisdiction for adults...
The Vermont Senate gave preliminary approval Wednesday to a bill aimed at clearing up jurisdictional confusion created when two Bennington judges refused to hear a case involving an 18-year-old man charged with committing sex crimes when he was 13.
Vt. electric utility getting help from area states
Vermont's largest electric utility is getting lots of help restoring power after the big storm knocked out power to about 12,000 customers, most in Windsor and Bennington counties.
Snow and floods take their toll in Vermont
Snow, sleet and rain hit Vermont throughout Sunday and there were reports of flooding in Washington, Franklin, Caledonia and Bennington counties.
Warrant issued for former Bennington high school...
BENNINGTON - A $25,000 arrest warrant has been issued for the former head coach of the Mount Anthony Union High School football team after he failed to appear in court on Friday to be sentenced for a felony county of embezzling from the school and students. ... - By Patrick McArdleSTAFF WRITER
Bennington woman gets lung transplant
'Sick' building worker recovering after undergoing needed surgery. ... - By PATRICK McARDLESTAFF WRITER
Vermont's 'Founding Documents' On View At...
:On June 18, 1761, a group of 22 men, women and children from central Massachusetts, led by Capt Samuel Robinson, arrived in Bennington. They were the first group of settlers to establish a community that has remained in existence to this day in what is now the state of Vermont.
Hale first Vt. girl to win a wrestling title
BENNINGTON - When Rachel Hale jumped to her feet and thrust her arms in the air in exaltation, it was a historic moment for females in wrestling in the state of Vermont. Hale, the 15-year-old Mount Anthony freshman became the first girl in the state to win a wrestling state championship and only the third in the nation. ... - By CHUCK CLARINOStaff Writer
Obama backs Welch’s energy bill
Friday February 4, 2011 BENNINGTON -- Energy efficiency legislation introduced by U.
Welch named to leadership post in House
Thursday January 20, 2011 BENNINGTON -- Vermont Rep. Peter Welch has been selected for a Democratic leadership position in the U.S. House.
Bill would make diversion cases confidential in...
Friday January 14, 2011 BENNINGTON -- Legislation introduced in the Vermont Senate this week would make confidential all cases referred to the court diversion program.

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