New lawmakers learning the ropes

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Lawmakers will return to work in Montpelier in January. Friday, some were at the Vermont Statehouse learning the ropes. It's part of new lawmaker orientation. It's run by the Snelling Center. Mark Snelling joined Kristin Carlson in Montpelier to discuss what happened. Watch the video for more.

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What is a tax sale and how does it work?

Police seek suspect in Vt. pharmacy robbery

Police seek suspect in Vt. pharmacy robbery

Vt., NH police pursue man suspected of car theft

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