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N.H. House Rejects Casino

Concord — Keeping with Granite State tradition, the Democratic-controlled House scrapped a casino gambling proposal yesterday, defying both the governor and the Senate’s budget writers. Lawmakers voted 199-164 to reject the Senate proposal, which would have established a …

Ex-Oxbow Teacher In Court

Chelsea — The woman police say was sexually assaulted as an Oxbow Union High School student by former teacher and coach Brian H. Musty said she is uncomfortable returning to the Upper Valley and trying to cope with …

Two Face Off for Vacated Claremont Ward II N.H. House Seat

Voting for the special election to fill the New Hampshire House seat representing Claremont’s Ward II is Tuesday, June 4, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Claremont Middle School. Voting is open to Ward II voters only. ∎ Claremont — Two former lawmakers with sharply differing views …

Co-op Insurer Denied Spot on Vt. Exchange

Montpelier — A state regulatory agency has denied a license to the Vermont Health Co-op to sell health care insurance in Vermont. The Vermont Health Co-op sought a certificate of public good to sell health insurance in the new state exchange under the federal Affordable Care Act. The …

Bridge Has Neighbors Cross

Wilder — A historic truss bridge that used to be wide enough to accommodate two-way traffic is now so steep and narrow that two drivers traveling in opposite directions won’t be able to see each other until they’ve …

  • Workers from F.R. Lafayette Inc. and Renaud Brothers Inc. take a break from installing a decorative guardrail on the new bridge in Wilder yesterday to watch a northbound passing freight train. (Valley News - Sarah Priestap)

    Workers from F.R. Lafayette Inc. and Renaud Brothers Inc. take a break from installing a decorative guardrail on the new bridge in Wilder yesterday to watch a northbound passing freight train. (Valley News - Sarah Priestap) Purchase photo reprints »

  • Josh Martel takes his dirt bike out for a spin in a neighbor’s field as his friend Jimmy Demond (not pictured) and mom Jennifer Martel (not pictured) watch from up the hill in their yard in Hartford Village recently. The dirt bike is a recent addition to Josh’s wide variety of assorted motor vehicles, which he works on for fun. He also fixes cars and more for friends and family. “It’s not work, it’s fun,” explained Josh, who fixed his first motor at 7 years old. (Valley News - Libbby March)

    Josh Martel takes his dirt bike out for a spin in a neighbor’s field as his friend Jimmy Demond (not pictured) and mom Jennifer Martel (not pictured) watch from up the hill in their yard in Hartford Village recently. The dirt bike is a recent addition to Josh’s wide variety of assorted motor vehicles, which he works on for fun. He also fixes cars and more for friends and family. “It’s not work, it’s fun,” explained Josh, who fixed his first motor at 7 years old. (Valley News - Libbby March) Purchase photo reprints »

  • Oxbow’s Nate Smith slides into home for a run during the Olympians’ home game with Randolph yesterday. Oxbow prevailed in eight innings, 4-3. (Valley News - Sarah Priestap)

    Oxbow’s Nate Smith slides into home for a run during the Olympians’ home game with Randolph yesterday. Oxbow prevailed in eight innings, 4-3. (Valley News - Sarah Priestap) Purchase photo reprints »

  • Randolph at Oxbow baseball in Bradford, Vt., on May 21, 2013. Oxbow won, 4-3. (Valley News - Sarah Priestap)

    Randolph at Oxbow baseball in Bradford, Vt., on May 21, 2013. Oxbow won, 4-3. (Valley News - Sarah Priestap) Purchase photo reprints »

  • In West Fairlee yesterday morning, Shay Paffenroth reaches for the fish she just caught, which she called a “pumpkin seed.” Paffenroth, of West Topsham, Vt., and her husband, David, were fishing in Lake Fairlee for the first time. “A lot of people don’t like catching small fish,” she said, laughing. “I don’t give a damn, as long as I catch something.” (Valley News - Jennifer Hauck)

    In West Fairlee yesterday morning, Shay Paffenroth reaches for the fish she just caught, which she called a “pumpkin seed.” Paffenroth, of West Topsham, Vt., and her husband, David, were fishing in Lake Fairlee for the first time. “A lot of people don’t like catching small fish,” she said, laughing. “I don’t give a damn, as long as I catch something.” (Valley News - Jennifer Hauck) Purchase photo reprints »

  • Olivia Toohey, 10, of Montpelier, perches in the top branches of a crab apple on the Vermont Statehouse lawn recently. (Valley News - James M. Patterson)

    Olivia Toohey, 10, of Montpelier, perches in the top branches of a crab apple on the Vermont Statehouse lawn recently. (Valley News - James M. Patterson) Purchase photo reprints »

  • Mascoma High first baseman Catie Mylott tags out Newport runner Noel Peterson yesterday during the teams’ NHIAA Division III game in West Canaan. The teams wore pink as part of a cancer awareness effort. The Tigers won 10-4 and improved to 13-2 this season. (Valley News - Tris Wykes)

    Mascoma High first baseman Catie Mylott tags out Newport runner Noel Peterson yesterday during the teams’ NHIAA Division III game in West Canaan. The teams wore pink as part of a cancer awareness effort. The Tigers won 10-4 and improved to 13-2 this season. (Valley News - Tris Wykes) Purchase photo reprints »

  • Carol Withington is retiring at the end of the school year after 31 years of teaching at Hartland Cooperative Nursery School. She was honored with a party yesterday at Hartland Recreational Center in Hartland. (Valley News - Libby March)

    Carol Withington is retiring at the end of the school year after 31 years of teaching at Hartland Cooperative Nursery School. She was honored with a party yesterday at Hartland Recreational Center in Hartland. (Valley News - Libby March) Purchase photo reprints »

  • Windsor High freshman Katey Comstock works on her shot put form under the guidance of Lebanon High throwing coach Beth Perkins on Thursday. Comstock has made rapid progress with the Jacks, even as she splits her varsity sports time as Windsor’s starting softball catcher. (Valley News - Sarah Priestap)

    Windsor High freshman Katey Comstock works on her shot put form under the guidance of Lebanon High throwing coach Beth Perkins on Thursday. Comstock has made rapid progress with the Jacks, even as she splits her varsity sports time as Windsor’s starting softball catcher. (Valley News - Sarah Priestap) Purchase photo reprints »

  • Jennifer Lesser placed signs on the Secret Trail that say “Private Trail” and “Firing Range Ahead” to dissuade hikers from proceeding. (Valley News - Sarah Priestap)

    Jennifer Lesser placed signs on the Secret Trail that say “Private Trail” and “Firing Range Ahead” to dissuade hikers from proceeding. (Valley News - Sarah Priestap) Purchase photo reprints »