Bangladesh aid group tours shattered nation after war
Bennington residents Gordon and Mary Halstead joined a 70 member Airlift of Understanding trip to Bangladesh. They witnessed vast destruction and urgent needs from famine to shelter, agriculture, and transportation as monsoon season looms. Prime Minister Mujibur Rahman urged outside help, noting three million killed and 30 million displaced.
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Students to Walk to Aid Bangladesh Aid Effort
Manchester students plan a 40 mile walk starting May 29 to raise funds for Bangladesh emergency relief. About 100 students signed up with sponsors needed per mile, supporting food, shelter and transport needs as monsoon floods threaten access.
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Emergency Relief Fund
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Lori
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