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Residents and staff at Newport prison test negative for Covid a month after outbreak began
In all, 179 inmates and 24 staff members tested positive during the outbreak. The prison typically houses around 350 people. Read the story on VTDigger here: Residents and staff at Newport prison test negative for Covid a month after outbreak began.
Firearm deaths remained steady during Vermont’s pandemic year
Deaths by suicide have historically comprised the majority of the state’s fatal firearm incidents, and many feared that the pandemic hardships could cause a sharp rise in those deaths in a year when gun sales spiked. Read the story on VTDigger here: Firearm deaths remained steady during Vermont’s pandemic year.
Steelhead rainbow trout leap up falls on way to spawning
ORLEANS, Vt. (AP) — Steelhead rainbow trout are starting to migrate upstream this time of year in Vermont on their way to spawning grounds, creating one of state’s top wildlife watching opportunities, the Fish and Wildlife Department said Friday. The trout leap up waterfalls during the warmer days in mid-to-late...
Town Covid data shows sharp increases in Franklin and Orleans counties
The report was prepared before Vermont reported a new high in case counts on Friday, with record-breaking levels in Chittenden and Rutland counties. Read the story on VTDigger here: Town Covid data shows sharp increases in Franklin and Orleans counties.
Lawmakers, advocates call for Scott to vaccinate incarcerated Vermonters
Since the coronavirus pandemic reached Vermont last year, Gov. Phil Scott has touted his adherence to science and data in addressing the crisis. But on Thursday morning, a number of lawmakers and advocates pointed to what they called a glaring exception to the governor’s track record: his administration’s approach to vaccinating prisoners. At a virtual press conference, they called on Scott to prioritize vaccinating incarcerated Vermonters — and said that should have started months ago.
Judge calls for one trial for two alleged EB-5 fraudsters
Attorneys for William Kelly wanted a separate trial from Bill Stenger, fearing Stenger’s lawyers will place blame on Kelly and taint the jury. Read the story on VTDigger here: Judge calls for one trial for two alleged EB-5 fraudsters.
Scientists discredit theory that drug swap caused Newport prison outbreak
“We have essentially no evidence that MAT [medication-assisted treatment] is a mode of transmission. I’ve never heard of such a claim made in any context. I was kind of shocked that it was even stated.” Read the story on VTDigger here: Scientists discredit theory that drug swap caused Newport prison outbreak.
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