Coastal states push for control of oil spill rules
Witnesses from New York, Alaska, and Massachusetts urged Congress to let states enact stricter standards than federal proposals to curb oil spills. Northport NY senator Bernard Smith warned that federal control may handle large spills but miss smaller ones that collectively harm coastlines.
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Arlington Grange and Fire Company events and museum hours
Arlington FOE 2551 meets Wednesday at 8 p.m. in Manchester Eagle rooms. Arlington Fire Company hosts bingo Thursday at 7 30 p.m. at the firehouse. Farm Museum open Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. adjoining the rescue squad building. Battenkill Grange bingo Saturday 8 p.m. at Grange Hall. A donation to the State Grange Center fund honors Russell Stewart of Mettowee Grange in Pawlet. June 6 meeting read a National Grange newsletter and a list of reasons granges fail. An invitation to neighbor Taconic Grange Shaftsbury was accepted. Viola Wilcox and Elvenese Penn are both home after being.
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Father’s Day gatherings and church events in South Cambridge area
Families including LaFountain, MacNeil, Aiken and others shared Father’s Day across South Cambridge and Rexleigh. Combined circuit church service is set for June 26 at North Hoosick United Methodist. Vacation Bible School runs June 27 to July 1 at Eagle Bridge United Methodist. A Pleasant Valley Grange card party is on June 28 with awards noted from prior event. Navy ET Airman Douglas J. Mattison, son of Daniel and (illegible) Mattison of Oldwest Road, serves aboard USS Constellation in the Western Pacific with the Seventh Fleet, after a Pattaya Beach visit and civic actions. a 1975 Arlington Memorial High graduate, he joined the Navy in July 1975.
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Grace Reynolds
Hugh Morrison
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Irene Ford
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Pownal Senior Citizens Host Social and Luncheon
The Pownal Senior Citizens group hosts a 7 30 p m social tonight at the center in Pownal Center. A luncheon is planned for Wednesday at noon at the same center with reservations due a week ahead by calling Rose Mattison at 823 7282. The Pownal Baptist Church holds a weekly prayer meeting tonight at 7 30 at the parsonage.
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Vermont lawmakers plan Laetrile bill for state use
Vermont legislators Rep Martin Powell and Rep John Murphy announced a forthcoming bill to legalize Laetrile in Vermont. It would mirror Indiana’s law legalizing manufacture, sale and use and grant doctors immunity from licensing-board action. Powell questioned effectiveness and did not endorse, saying the bill aims to bring the facts out in Vermont.
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Stowe Zoning Board Blocks Gravel Pit Plan
The Stowe Zoning Board unanimously rejected Dale Percy’s application to open a gravel pit in the Nebraska Valley area. More than 40 residents attended the Monday hearing, citing risks to health, safety, welfare, and water supply. The board said the project would not service the resort area or residential Nebraska Valley. Percy said a possible appeal is under consideration.
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Lindbergh Spirit of St Louis replica flies to Vermont
A replica of the Spirit of Saint Louis, the plane used by Lindbergh to cross the Atlantic, was set to fly into Vermont today for display at the state airport. The one day stopover is part of a 48 state, 102 community tour to mark the 50th anniversary of his solo flight. Springfield’s visit echoes Lindbergh’s 1927 national tour when he landed at Vermont’s only airport. The original Spirit is housed at the Smithsonian in Washington.
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Policeman suspended after drunk driving conviction
Police Sgt. Robert Cole was suspended from the force after his conviction for driving while intoxicated. Police Chief Clement Potvin said the suspension began Monday pending formal village action. Cole, 45, was charged May 2 after his car hit a utility pole in Danville and overturned. he was convicted Friday in Vermont District Court.
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Vermont court panel to set truck weight penalties
State Court Administrator Michael Krell faces criticism for delaying action to restore penalties on overweight trucks after the 1977 legislature repealed the fines. A three judge panel must convene to establish a penalty schedule, with House Transportation Chairman John Zampieri pressing Krell for a response.
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Casale elected Troy mayor amid charter dispute
In Troy New York Councilman Pat Casale was unanimously elected mayor by the City Council after Democrats challenged the appointment citing a charter defect. The 10 minute caucus ended with both parties pledging to support Casale for the city. Casale succeeds Mayor William A ONeil who died in April. Albany County also holds a public hearing on the airport master plan and seeks more local input before completion.
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Pat Casale
Casale
William A. O'Neil
Albany
Albany County
Robert C. Prentiss
Colonie Republican
Westfield Court Receives Federal Grant for Crime Victims Counselor
Berkshire Westfield District Court earns federal funding to hire a victims of crimes counselor. The position aims to assist people entangled with the criminal justice system through no fault of their own and help unemployed individuals find work to regain stability.
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Westfield District Court
Town council member notes poll on Lenox mall parking
Pittsfield City Councilor Peter G. Arles said a Pyramid Co survey of Ithaca buyers shows residents want free ample parking. He argued the poll does not specify mall location and only proves demand for ample parking and an air conditioned space.
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Peter G. Arles
Pyramid Co
Ithaca
N.Y
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Pyramid
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