Gov. candidate Anthony Pollina

Anthony Pollina’s campaign for governor has been hit with questions about his party affiliation and financing – but he’s still campaigning hard and stating his position on a number of key issues. Also, how schoolkids are reducing their carbon footprints by walking and biking to school.
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Gov. candidate Gaye Symington

Democrat Gaye Symington has a tough fight ahead in the campaign for governor. Voters are concerned about fuel prices and the  economy, and state leaders are worried about more budget cuts this Fall.  We’ll talk with her about how she plans to tackle these issues.

Midday Newscast: August 26, 2008

Anthony Pollina stresses conservation and the development of local renewable energy projects; Vermont launches aggressive anti-rabies program; Democrats will hear from Senator Hillary Clinton at their convention in Denver; good news for drivers in Bennington County.
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Preventing child sexual abuse

Experts in child sex abuse want to shift the state’s conversation from how to punish offenders, to how to prevent these crimes in the first place. We find out what kids need to know to keep themselves safe.

Midday Newscast: July 22, 2008

Fuel prices may force changes at public transit agency; Gaye Symington doesn’t believe Anthony Pollina’s Independent status will affect the race; Barre city councilors get their first chance to consider mayor’s sex offender proposal; New York’s attorney general opens investigation of two companies that operate wind farms in the state; Truck detour in the Upper Valley.

VPR Evening News July 21st, 2008

Gubernatorial candidate Anthony Pollina will run as an Independent; The Governor and legislative leaders remain at odds over a special session; Some Vermont prosecutors question “Jessica’s Law”; We meet a fan anxious for this evening’s Elton John performance.