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State police shun anti-terror training
The Vermont State Police (VSP), under pressure by anti-Israel groups, last November backed out of an all-expenses-paid counter-terrorism seminar last month in Israel. Read more
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Officials urge honoring Sept. 11 victims with unity, acts of kindness
WARRENSBURG | Warrensburg Fire Chief Kevin Roth looked out over the dozens of firefighters and other emergency responders — surrounded by about 120 area citizens — who gathered to participate in the annual Sept. 11 memorial ceremony... Read more
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Leahy’s border plan draws criticism
MIDDLEBURY | Border-zone legislation recently introduced by U.S. Sens. Patrick Leahy, (D-Vt.), and Patty Murray, (D-Wash.), is drawing sharp criticism from illegal immigration opponents who say the bill would “hamstring” the nation’s immigration enfo Read more
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Sept. 11 memorial ceremony draws hundreds
WARRENSBURG | Hundreds of residents gathered for an emotion-filled memorial service on Monday to honor those who were killed — or involved in rescue efforts — in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks 16 years ago. Read more
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Annual 9/11 memorial marks 16 year anniversary
PLATTSBURGH | For a few moments this week, silence took hold at the SUNY Plattsburgh campus. Read more
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State Homeland Security hosts preparedness training
ELIZABETHTOWN — There are many elements of disaster preparedness that most people wouldn’t think about every day. Read more
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Law Enforcement Weekend approaching
LAKE GEORGE — This weekend, dozens of police and other law officers will be enjoying camaraderie and relaxation in the region, as the first-ever Lake George Law Enforcement Officers Weekend is held. Read more
Good news! Vermont tops health security preparedness index
BURLINGTON — For the second year running, Vermont scored highest among the 50 states and District of Columbia in public health protection readiness, according to the new National Health Security Preparedness Index. Read more
Could Burlington be scene of NY/NJ terrorist trial?
BURLINGTON — The city of Burlington could be the scene of a terrorist trial this fall if the defense attorney of Ahmad Khan Rahami is successful in her motion for a change of venue. Read more
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Lake George’s Law Enforcement Weekend to honor officers’ sacrifices
LAKE GEORGE — A weekend retreat for law enforcement officers set for next month will now not only provide downtime for police and corrections officers, it will also offer respite and relaxation for two families who each lost a loved one to cancer. Read more
Northern Adirondack Central School student charged with making terrorist threat
ELLENBURG — A 14 year old student was arrested on felony charges this Sunday for making terrorist threats. Read more
No need to vilify refugees
Our Champlain Valley Friends of Refugees organization has since May 2016 shared friendships and programming with refugees in the Burlington, Vermont area. Read more
Lies matter
A campaign characterized by blatantly racist and misogynistic bluster has now metamorphosed into a presidency in which certain staffers are compelled to embrace “alternative facts” as the new norm. Read more
Closing door to refugees is abandoning our ideals
Emma Lazarus’s words have echoed in our nation’s psyche for more than 100 years: “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free.” Read more
No path to heaven here
Those who choose to commit terror have been around since the beginning of time. Read more
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Refugees on their way to Rutland
RUTLAND — Approval of a secret plan to make Rutland a refugee resettlement center has divided the community and left many unanswered questions about security and financial risks for the city. Read more
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NY21: One debate down, two to go
First debate a sedate affair that sees candidates discussing trade, economy, veterans issues — and creepy clowns Read more
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Sept. 11 memorial services to be held Sunday in Warrensburg
WARRENSBURG — For 14 years, the Warrensburg Volunteer Fire Co. members have never backed down on their pledge to “never forget” the horrific Sept. 11 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City and Washington D.C. Read more
Fair, equitable treatment is elusive
The United States of America was built on the basic concept of providing fair and equitable treatment for her citizens. Read more
