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In Vermont, Sandy Is No Irene
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Vermonters who lived through the worst of Irene got prepared for Sandy. Generators sold out quickly and people settled in for whatever nature dished out. Irene survivors in southern Vermont say they’ve emerged from the storm much better than they had feared.VPR News
Events Planned To Commemorate Irene’s Anniversary
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Next Tuesday evening, bells will ring in churches and public spaces statewide to commemorate the anniversary of Tropical Storm Irene – and Vermont’s ongoing recovery. In many hard hit towns the observances start this weekend, with potluck suppers, concerts, art exhibits – and, in the town of Newfane, a parade.VPR News
In Newfane, Irene Volunteers Plant Flowers To Revive Hope
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Some Irene survivors say seeing green plants poke up through flood-damaged areas is giving them hope. In South Newfane a group of residents are giving Mother Nature a hand.VPR News
With Mild Winter, Mud Season Arrives Early
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After a mild and nearly snowless winter in Vermont, many communities are coping with an early mud season.VPR News
Picking Up Debris Months After Tropical Storm Irene
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Governor Peter Shumlin called on citizens last month to volunteer to clean up their communities after the Irene floods. Hundreds came out to help, but there’s still debris to be picked up.VPR News
Portable Cell Towers Help To Connect Isolated Towns
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Isolation and lack of communication have been huge issues in towns stranded by Tropical Storm Irene. People in southern Vermont’s Deerfield and West River Valleys are accustomed to living without cell phone reception. In two hard-hit towns, emergency portable cell phone towers are making a difference.VPR News
Newfane Votes To Keep Its Zoning Laws
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The town of Newfane has voted to keep its current zoning bylaws, while acknowledging that some changes to the laws will need to be made.VPR News
