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  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:41 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:41:46 GMT
    The Vermont couple charged with killing a Saint Johnsbury teacher will be in court Tuesday and are planning on asking for new lawyers. Prosecutors say Allen and Patricia Prue kidnapped and killed 33-year-old
    A Vermont judge has denied a request for a new lawyer by a woman charged, along with her husband, with killing a popular St. Johnsbury teacher.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:36 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:36:47 GMT
    A former animal control officer charged with two counts of prohibited acts was arraigned Tuesday morning. Gary Francis is accused of asking two women to show him their breasts for money. Francis pleaded
    A former animal control officer charged with asking women to show him their breasts for money was arraigned Tuesday.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:03 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:03:49 GMT
    A Middlebury man has pleaded not guilty to federal arson charges stemming from a fire at a Pittsford car dealership back in July 2011. Police said they found 29-year-old Steven Browne behind the wheel
    A Middlebury man has pleaded not guilty to federal arson charges stemming from a fire at a Pittsford car dealership back in July 2011.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:49 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:49:25 GMT
    State police say a 27-year-old woman has died after she was hit by a car while jogging along a rural northern New York road.
    State police say a 27-year-old woman has died after she was hit by a car while jogging along a rural northern New York road.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:37 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:37:40 GMT
    The big story nationally is the aftermath of the disastrous tornado that struck Moore, Okla., Monday. Search and rescue efforts are taking place all over the devastated suburban community. Dozens upon
    In the wake of a devastating tornado, Vt. Gov. Peter Shumlin issued a statement offering sympathy and support to Oklahoma.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:06 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:06:59 GMT
    A historic building in North Bennington will have new owners and a new purpose. Merchant's Bank donated the building to the Fund for North Bennington and the Preservation Trust of Vermont. That building
    A historic building in North Bennington will have new owners and a new purpose.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:09 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:09:03 GMT
    Work on a chain reaction road project is in full swing starting in Northfield. Crews are working on the final coat of pavement on Route 12 and 12A, and hope to wrap up shortly. The next phase in Randolph
    Work on a chain reaction road project is in full swing starting in Northfield.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:38 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:38:29 GMT
    Do you know how much time your children or grandchildren spend in phys ed? Where you live in Vermont can make a big difference in answering that question. This week on the Channel 3 News at 6 p.m., Education
    Do you know how much time your children or grandchildren spend in phys ed? Where you live in Vermont can make a big difference in answering that question.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:13 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:13:15 GMT
    New Hampshire celebrates a century of picking presidents. Today marks the 100th anniversary of the law that created the Granite State's famous First-in-the-Nation presidential primary. As a result of
    New Hampshire celebrates a century of picking presidents.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:15 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:15:12 GMT
    New Hampshire residents may want to stock up on bug spray this season. Some mosquito experts are saying the Granite State is in for a challenging season. They say a lack of a hard freeze helped a mosquito
    New Hampshire residents may want to stock up on bug spray this season.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:23 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:23:54 GMT
    Inmates at Vermont's Windsor prison are helping to save bats by building daytime roosting boxes.
    Inmates at Vermont's Windsor prison are helping to save bats by building daytime roosting boxes.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:39 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:39:15 GMT
    Vermont's state parks open for the summer season this coming weekend. Vermont boasts 52 parks around the state with a variety of options for camping and day use. Last year was a busy one with the most
    Vermont's state parks open for the summer season this coming weekend.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:41 AM EDT2013-05-21 13:41:16 GMT
    It is a case that terrified the Northeast Kingdom, 78-year-old Pat O'Hagan, murdered more than two years ago. But now - sources tell Channel 3 there are 3 suspects and they are already in jail. O'Hagan
    It is a case that terrified the Northeast Kingdom, 78-year-old Pat O'Hagan, murdered more than two years ago. But now - sources tell Channel 3 there are 3 suspects and they are already in jail.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:50 AM EDT2013-05-21 13:50:10 GMT
    When Burlington High School Spanish teacher Giovanna Yaranga was charged with having sex with one of her students many Burlington High School parents thought the worst, "As a mom it scared me, I send my
    When Burlington High School Spanish teacher Giovanna Yaranga was charged with having sex with one of her students many Burlington High School parents thought the worst.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 10:13 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:13:38 GMT
    A guilty plea Monday to one of the men linked to the death of a young man at the St. Albans pool.Chris Davis, 22, was found in the pool in April of last year, about a month after he had been reported missing
    A guilty plea Monday to one of the men linked to the death of a young man at the St. Albans pool.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 8:36 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:36:31 GMT
    New Hampshire authorities say they've confirmed two cases of rabies in raccoons in the town of Hanover.
    A warning to pet owners in the Upper Valley -- be on the lookout for rabid animals.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 8:33 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:33:46 GMT
    A Forbes 500 company is coming to Rutland to start a pilot program for community solar leases.Green Mountain Power announced Monday a partnership with NRG Energy -- the largest solar developer in the U.S.
    A Forbes 500 company is coming to Rutland to start a pilot program for community solar leases.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 8:31 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:31:56 GMT
    The state's new health care exchange opens for business in October, but efforts are underway now to explain how the system will work.Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont Monday opened an information center
    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont Monday opened an information center in South Burlington to provide information to the nearly 100,000 Vermonters who will be effected by the new federal mandate.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 8:15 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:15:25 GMT
    At this Burlington workshop, wood is transformed into functional art. And it's not only the furniture that's unique, but also the person making it.Erin Hanley is going against the grain.  She's a woman
    At this Burlington workshop, wood is transformed into functional art. And it's not only the furniture that's unique, but also the person making it.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 8:07 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:07:25 GMT
    At the Cedar Circle Farm in East Thetford, hundreds of different fruits, vegetables and plants are for sale."We grow about a 150 different kinds of vegetables -- 50 different kind of tomatoes alone," said
    Hemp is sold legally in stores throughout the country, but it's illegal to grow it.  Vermont is changing that, but there may be some hurdles along the way.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 8:01 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:01:26 GMT
    A 10-year effort by advocates to bring an aid-in-dying law to Vermont is about to be punctuated with Gov. Peter Shumlin's signing of the bill.
    Vermont is now the fourth state in the country that allows physician assisted suicide.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:19 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:19:06 GMT
    Final preparations are in the works for Sunday's Vermont City Marathon."We expect this event to be fun and exciting, just like it has every other year in the past, but we also want to be safe and mindful
    Police are beefing up security for the Vermont City Marathon this weekend, and they are asking the public to help them keep it safe.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:06 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:06:58 GMT
    Two women arrested for trying to burn down a house in Morrisville are now facing attempted murder charges.Police say Leola Bell, 35 and Tina Cole, 40, set the fire at a home on George Street last Tuesday
    Two women arrested for trying to burn down a house in Morrisville are now facing attempted murder charges.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:28:54 GMT
    The Queen City Police Foundation Monday honored two recipients of the Antonio Pomerleau Medal of Honor Award.Annie Ramniceanu of Spectrum Youth and Family Services has helped youth dealing with homelessness
    The Queen City Police Foundation Monday honored two recipients of the Antonio Pomerleau Medal of Honor Award.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 1:27 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:27:50 GMT
    The national 'Click it or Ticket' campaign began Monday and local law enforcement agencies around the region say they will be out in force. To kick off the two week effort, numerous Vermont and New York
    Law enforcement officials say wearing a seat belt increases survival rates in an accident by 50 percent and buckling up is the single easiest way to save your life.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 1:04 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:04:01 GMT
    Vermont State Police have charged 22-year-old Adam Page of Newport for stealing the Newport City Elementary School bus, which has now been declared totaled. A stolen dog was also recovered in the bus
    State Police say he is also being charged with the theft of two other vehicles and a woman's dog.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 10:00 AM EDT2013-05-20 14:00:00 GMT
    Granite State bar patrons hoping to join neighboring states in being able to belly-up to the bar in the wee hours.
    Granite State bar patrons hoping to join neighboring states in being able to belly-up to the bar in the wee hours for a final round could see some daylight as the Senate will vote on a bill this week to push back last call...

  • Monday, May 20 2013 9:49 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:49:34 GMT
    Firefighters are trying to determine the cause of a fire at a home in Bennington, Vt.
    Firefighters are trying to determine the cause of a fire at a home in Bennington, Vt.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 9:47 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:47:04 GMT
    A federal court judge has scheduled a hearing on June 4 on a challenge by the owner of the Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant.
    A federal court judge has scheduled a hearing on June 4 on a challenge by the owner of the Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 9:44 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:44:46 GMT
    The school board and teachers in the Vermont city of South Burlington are hoping a mediator can help them reach an agreement on a new contract.
    The school board and teachers in the Vermont city of South Burlington are hoping a mediator can help them reach an agreement on a new contract.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 9:37 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:37:41 GMT
    Hunters who want to weigh in on the state's deer hunting season have two more chances to share their opinions. The hearings cover the state's deer management plan, last year's deer season, the severity
    Hunters who want to weigh in on the state's deer hunting season have two more chances to share their opinions.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 9:33 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:33:44 GMT
    The Paramount Theater in Rutland, is looking at diversifying their shows, and the city may help cover the costs. The theater is in the works of purchasing a high-definition projector and other equipment
    The Paramount Theater in Rutland, is looking at diversifying their shows, and the city may help cover the costs.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 9:33 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:33:14 GMT
    When you first step foot onto Independence farm you feel like you're living in a children's book. You'll meet a lamb who spends his day snuggling with the bunnies, a blind hen who is kept company by her
    When you first step foot onto Independence farm you feel like you're living in a children's book.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 9:32 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:32:34 GMT
    We've spent much of the last week covering the bills that will soon be law. But, one big bill stalled at the very end of the session -- campaign finance reform. The bill aimed to tighten restrictions
    We've spent much of the last week covering the bills that will soon be law. But, one big bill stalled at the very end of the session -- campaign finance reform.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 8:39 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:39:09 GMT
    "Awesome -- I lost it when I finished I have to say, but it was great. It was great," said Amy Sullivan.  The 2013 Boston Marathon runner was all smiles as she and 450 other runners crossed the finish
    A race in southern Vermont Sunday gave runners who were unable to finish the Boston Marathon a second chance at the finish line.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 8:38 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:38:13 GMT
    They come from all over the state and wait in line for hours.     "It's become sort of a yearly event for us. We've been doing it for eight or nine years now -- we're having a blast," said Ed Sayers of
    Dozens of drivers gathered in Chelsea for a record setting road rally -- full of riddles that keep drivers and passengers on their toes.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 8:36 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:36:52 GMT
    College graduation season is in full swing -- and Sunday in Burlington it was a big one.   A crowd of nearly 10,000 attended the 211th commencement ceremony at the University of Vermont.In all, more than
    A crowd of nearly 10,000 attended the 211th commencement ceremony at the University of Vermont.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 8:28 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:28:28 GMT
    Fire destroyed a barn in Clinton County, New York Sunday morning.It happened in the town of Mooers. Officials say the barn on Eddy Road was engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived just before 11:30
    Officials say the barn on Eddy Road was engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived just before 11:30 a.m.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 8:27 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:27:47 GMT
    U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is proposing new legislation to ease the burden for students who have borrowed to pay for their education.
    U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is proposing new legislation to ease the burden for students who have borrowed to pay for their education.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 8:27 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:27:13 GMT
    A Berlin, New Hampshire man is dead following a kayaking accident.It happened on a stretch of the Upper Ammonoosuc River in the town of Dummer.  Officials say Keith Whitten, 58, was paddling with his wife
    A Berlin, New Hampshire man is dead following a kayaking accident.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 8:26 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:26:39 GMT
    Woodchuck Hard Cider is taking legal action to protect its furry mascot.Last week the Middlebury company filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against South Burlington-based Woodchuck Coffee Roasters
    Woodchuck Hard Cider is taking legal action to protect its furry mascot.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-05-19 21:47:35 GMT
    A fatal accident in Lyndon Saturday. It happened around 2:30 Saturday afternoon on Route 122. Police say 76-year-old Gerda Blaszczyk of St. Johnsbury swerved to avoid an animal. Her car travelled up an
    Police say the driver swerved to avoid an animal.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:17 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:17:16 GMT
    State police are looking for the person responsible for stealing a school bus and taking it for a joyride in northern Vermont. Troopers say the 2014-model bus belonging Newport City Elementary School
    Police say the school bus belonging to the Newport City Elementary School was taken for a joy ride Friday night.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:03:45 GMT
    Senator Bernie Sanders is touring the state this weekend with a special guest. Sanders and the Danish Ambassabdor to the United States are hosting town hall meetings in Burlington, Brattleboro and Montpelier. The
    Sanders and the Danish Ambassabdor to the United States are hosting town hall meetings.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 7:56 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:56:03 GMT
    Saturday marked a new beginning for Castleton State College students. "Were all gathered here, getting fired up, having a good time," explained Castleton graduate, David Carrier. The 500 graduates had
    It's graduation day for the class of 20-13 at Castleton State College. And just for the occasion, the college invited back an alumnus with a strong connection to the school.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:51:14 GMT
    Young bikers were learning the rules of the road in South Burlington Saturday. Kids who brought their bikes to the Dorset St. Park received free checks for their brakes, chains, and tires. Helmets also
    and much more... making sure kids are safe before they hit the roads this summer.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 7:49 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:49:26 GMT
    On a sun-soaked Saturday, Karen Trayah and her dogs enjoyed the sights, sounds, and of course smells of a festival for fidos. "It's called Woofstock, however, this is our 1st year doing it here at the
    Making sure our furry friends have a place to call home.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 8:10 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:10:46 GMT
    On a postcard-perfect May day in the hills of West Brookfield, Roz Renfrew is listening for the sounds of-- R2D2? It's not a droid she's looking for, but a bird called the bobolink that sings a call that
    This is the time of year the Green Mountains start to turn green again. But some of those plants that are blooming are bad for birds. Wildlife experts say these invaders lure birds into what they call ecological traps.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 8:05 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:05:31 GMT
    Nature plays a big part in the town of Shrewsbury, Mass. Located about 45 minutes west of Boston, the town has a history of being a haven for those seeking solace from the city. Its roots are in agriculture;
    Looming on Vermont's border is a bug entomologists say threatens the state's maple industry. Experts say if a bug called the Asian longhorned beetle gets into the state, Vermont's liquid gold could dry up.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 8:05 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:05:57 GMT
    Soldiers on a reconnaissance mission-- a battle in the streets of Concord, N.H. The convoy has a list of targets, a list of suspected locations where the enemy may be hiding in plain sight. Some come up
    Experts say it has already killed tens of millions of trees. The emerald ash borer has been found in 19 states and counting. The latest infestation is in New Hampshire. And experts say if it's not contained there, Vermont may be next.

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