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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Raymond's Big Decision: Should Board Members Stay or Go?

In Raymond, a heated debate is happening. People are divided over whether two Select Board members, Denis Morse and Kaela Gonzalez, should keep their jobs. A vote is set for Tuesday to decide this. The issue started months ago when former town manager Joseph Crocker quit. Some say Morse and Gonzalez

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Dec 29 2025HEALTH

The Scientist Who Changed the Fight Against Leukemia

David Baltimore was a big deal in the world of science. He was born in 1938 and passed away in 2025. His work changed how we fight leukemia, a type of blood cancer. He was like an architect, but instead of buildings, he designed new ways to understand and treat diseases. Baltimore's work was all ab

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

Lululemon's Founder Shakes Things Up

Chip Wilson, the guy who started Lululemon, is making waves again. He's trying to shake up the company's board by nominating three new directors. This comes just after the company's CEO stepped down, leaving no clear plan for who's next in line. Lululemon's been having a tough time lately. Its stoc

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Dec 29 2025WEATHER

Vermont's Icy Grip: State Offices Shut Down, Roads a Slippery Mess

Vermont's state offices took a day off on Monday. Why? Ice had turned roads into slippery slides. Workers swapped their offices for home, but not everyone got a break. Police, road crews, and those looking after the vulnerable were still on the job. Roads were a mess. Some interstates and state roa

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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

Marcus Freeman: A New Deal and a Bright Future at Notre Dame

Marcus Freeman, the head coach of Notre Dame, has decided to stick around for another season. He just got a better contract from the university. This is big news because many thought he might jump to the NFL, especially with teams like the New York Giants looking for new coaches. Freeman has been d

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Dec 29 2025WEATHER

Minnesota's Holiday Snowstorm: A Look at the Numbers

Minnesota faced a serious snowstorm over the weekend. It left a lot of snow and made driving very dangerous. The weather service reported that Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport got 5. 8 inches of snow. Other places like Chanhassen had 5. 6 inches, Brainerd saw 3. 5 inches, and Eau Claire, W

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Dec 29 2025FINANCE

Student Loan Bankruptcy Success: A New Hope

In the past, student loans were seen as nearly impossible to get rid of through bankruptcy. But things are changing. A recent study shows that the success rate for people trying to discharge student loans in bankruptcy has gone up to 87%. This is a big jump from 61% in 2017 and 40% in 2007. What's

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Dec 29 2025HEALTH

A Fresh Look at Diet and Arthritis

A recent study has taken a second look at how diet and lifestyle changes can affect people with osteoarthritis. The original research, part of the "Plants for Joints" project, found that a mix of diet, exercise, and other lifestyle changes could help improve body composition in these individuals. T

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Dec 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

San Diego's Hidden Ocean Treasures: Why We Must Protect Them

The coast of San Diego holds a secret world. In the tidepools of La Jolla’s Dike Rock, life thrives in a tough environment. Bright anemones and ochre sea stars cling to the rocks. They face constant change. One moment, waves crash over them. The next, they are exposed to air and sun. This narrow str

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Dec 29 2025HEALTH

Making Sense of the Past Year: A Look Back Before Moving Forward

As the new year begins, many people feel pushed to make big changes, as if January 1st magically transforms them into entirely new people. However, instead of setting strict resolutions, it's more helpful to reflect on the past year. This reflection can help figure out what truly matters and how to

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