German film crew wraps two week Bennington shoot in social comedy
The 28 member German team filming Long Way to Freedom leaves Bennington for New York City and Cologne after two weeks on location celebrating the bicentennial. Producer director Michael Mackenroth notes smooth cooperation with local extras and staff, with a December 20 German TV air date planned. Local notables include Roger Jewett and Bruce Beh among thanked helpers.
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Rutland teen dies in Route 7 crash at Pittsford
Pauline Quilliam 18 of Rutland was fatally injured when her car left U S Route 7 in Pittsford and struck a tree. Passenger Charles Coughlin 22 of Rutland was hospitalized in satisfactory condition with head lacerations, cuts and bruises.
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Missisquoi Valley Teachers Start Year Without Contract
About 75 Missisquoi Valley Union High School teachers will begin the new academic year under last year’s contract as the school board did not meet to discuss the union’s one-year proposal. President Douglas Grant said talks continue but warned a strike is a possibility if negotiations fail.
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Young warns Rhodesia of total destruction plan
U N Ambassador Andrew Young warned in Lagos that a British American majority rule plan for Rhodesia risks total destruction and bloodshed, while Rhodesia Prime Minister Ian Smith rejected leaked terms to disarm forces and leave power to a peacekeeping force. Smith called the plan an about-face and dismissed it as insincere.
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Buckley seeks help naming Vermont Senate vacancies
Lieutenant Governor Buckley said he asked Senate Democratic Minority Leader Niquettee for assistance in naming replacements for two Vermont senators. Vacancies arise from the death of Sen. John O'Brien and the resignation of Sen. Raymond Contois. O'Brien served on the Appropriations Committee and Contois on the Judiciary Committee.
Jeffords forms Elderly Advisory Committee in Vermont
Rep James Jeffords R VT says he formed an Elderly Advisory Committee to hear concerns of Vermonts 72000 seniors. He sits on the House education subcommittee with jurisdiction over elderly legislation. He had earlier created an Agriculture Admar Committee for farming needs.
Staab resigns from Vermont Lottery Commission
Montpelier real estate broker John Staab resigned Friday from the newly created Vermont Lottery Commission, stating in a letter to Gov. Richard Snelling that it is in the commission s best interest for him to step down.
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Vermont group eyes wallboard plant in Morrisville
Vermont Asbestos Group officials pursue final approval for a 1.3 million wallboard plant in Morrisville promising 40 local jobs. VIDA had delayed a construction loan guarantee pending audits and fuller finances, with the company putting up 700000 of its own funds. Staab Realty license suspended six months by Vermont Real Estate Commission for trust account issues. Staab resigned, saying his problems with the commission will be resolved. Republican caucus picks include Raymond Dunigan and others for local offices.
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Bennington Hot Meals program offers seniors yoga and bus rides
The Bennington Hot Meals program runs yoga classes for seniors at Brookside Apartment House Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 to 11 a.m. taught by Claire Santway, with free participation and no reservations. Fridays 10 a.m. features Mary Seidel's chair exercise at the Senior Center. Transportation via mini-bus can be arranged by calling 442-3543. The program also announces new resources including Tom Daniels and legal aid lawyer John Hazen, plus a bus to the Eastern States Exposition on Sept 16 for $6.50. Meals are served at Brookside and the Senior Center with premeal reservations by 10 a.m. the previous day. Menus for next week are listed.
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Court Orders Bail for Fugitive in Vermont
WHITE RIVER JUNCTION Vermont officials said the District Court set bail for Michael Moran at 15000 dollars after the Vermont Supreme Court ordered bail. Moran, held on a fugitive from justice charge, is in custody awaiting extradition to face drug charges in Phoenix Arizona.
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Planners Approve Donuts Shop in Manchester
Manchester The planning commission approved a site plan for Mrs Murphy's Donuts at Routes 11 and 30 near Manchester Discount Beverages. Two other plans for Manchester Bakers in the Colburn House and an Elm Street antique shop were returned for insufficient information. All three businesses operate in violation of town zoning. Next board meeting is Sept 12.
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