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Newport residents demand cuts in proposed school budget
Residents at a public hearing on a proposed $24.76 million budget told the School Board to find some cuts and reduce the projected school tax rate increase, which would add $4.05 per $1,000 of…
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5mCRREL pays fine for breaking hazardous waste disposal law
The Cold Regions Research and Engineering Lab has agreed to pay a $200,000 fine for 24 hazardous waste violations identified during a 2021 inspection, including failing to identify hazardous waste, shipping hazardous waste for disposal as non-hazardous, and issues with storage and reporting.
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2mDartmouth student faces DUI charge after Jeep hits sorority house
A 22-year-old Dartmouth student was arrested for DUI after driving a Jeep Wrangler into the front entrance of a sorority house on East Wheelock Street, causing no injuries.
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4mStevens High School musicians earn state and regional accolades
Stevens High School musicians and singers have achieved remarkable success in state and regional competitions, with several top awards, including the "Esprit de Corp" Award at Music in the Parks.
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7mVermont landlord-tenant bill falls apart in surprise Senate tiebreaker
After a flurry of amendments and a rare 15-15 vote, a bill that sought to rebalance Vermont's landlord-tenant laws died on the Senate floor due to its divisive provisions.
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5mNH tax cap bill deal reached in committee
New Hampshire lawmakers have reached an agreement to put a property tax cap on the ballot in the next two November elections, allowing voters to decide how much local school districts can raise through taxes.