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Hunger persists, even in growing season
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Summer can be a time of abundance, with gardens and farm fields brimming with fresh vegetables. But experts say that, for children, hunger knows no season. Also, an update on efforts to revamp rail service in parts of Vermont, and puppetry program helps children deal with difficult issues.Vermont Edition
Marathon: the lure of 26.2 miles
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They have trained through the long winter months to prepare physically and mentally, and this Sunday the runners will test themselves against the 26.2 mile distance. We talk with runners about why they are attracted to marathoning.Vermont Edition
Ambassador Peter Galbraith on Afghanistan
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Vermonter Peter Galbraith is headed to Afghanistan as the U.N.’s second in command. We talk with him about the region and the way forward. Also, an update on the politics of same-sex marriage in New Hampshire.Vermont Edition
First-time lawmakers reflect on session
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About three dozen first-time lawmakers served in the Legislature this winter. On the next Vermont Edition, we invite them to reflect their satisfactions, disappointments and how they felt they served their constituents. Also, an update on a decades-old superfund site in Burlington.VPR News
Yankee decommissioning bill passes in House
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Democrats used a parliamentary maneuver to pass a bill that requires Vermont Yankee to show it has enough money to decommission the plant.VPR News
Yankee decommissioning bill passes in Senate
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The Senate has passed a bill that requires the owners of Vermont Yankee to set aside money to dismantle the plant if it’s sold.VPR News
Lt. Gov Dubie outlines state’s plans to deal with swine flu
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Vermont has sufficient stockpiles of anti-flu medication and is ready with a coordinated response if a swine flu outbreak spreads to New England.VPR News
Sorrell wants more disclosure of drug company payments to Vt. doctors
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Attorney General William Sorrell enforces a state law that requires the pharmaceutical industry to report how much they spend to market their products. But the law also allows the companies to keep secret the names of the providers who got paid.VPR News
