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Tue 21-MAY-2013 Early A.M. News Script

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Burlington High School and Police are reaching out to parents -- after a teacher was charged with having sex with a student. Spanish teacher Giovanna Yaranga was arrested earlier this month - for an alleged sexual relationship with one of her male students. The meting Monday night aimed to open a dialogue about student safety -- as the school starts to re-write policies about proper student and teacher behavior. Parents say they want school officials to be open with students about their safety. And school officials say they rely on students coming forward.

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((Sue Reardon, Burlington High School Mom 27:37 "As a mom it scared me, I send my child to school everyday thinking oh I hope he is going to be safe, oh I hope he is going to learn.)) ((Amy Mellencamp, Burlington High School Principal KM: Did you miss anything, at the end of the day you are in charge of this building. AM "I am in charge of this building, I can't go into the specifics of the investigation but as soon as I had information, I acted on it.)) Yaranga denied the charges in court. She is on paid leave.

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Work on a chain reaction road project is in full swing starting in Northfield. crews are working on the final coat of pavement on Route 12 and 12A-- and hope to wrap up shortly. The next phase in Randolph on those same roads and Route 66 is just getting underway this week. Vtrans reports that work will only happen on the weekdays,and will clear out on the weekends. The final phase will be on Route 12 and main street in Bethel which isn't expected to wrap up until August.

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New Hampshire residents may want to stock up on bug spray this season. Some mosquito experts are saying the Granite State is in for a challenging season. They say a lack of a hard freeze helped a mosquito species that winters under root systems. That mosquito feeds on birds and plays an important role in the spread of Eastern equine encephalitis, or Triple-E.

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Coming up tomorrow on the Channel Three Morning News -- It's our final workout wednesday before the big marathon...we learn what we need to do -- AFTER we run. We'll see you starting at five.

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Two Morrisville women are accused of plotting a murder by trying to set a house on fire. Police upped the charges against 35-year-old Leola Bell and 40-year-old Tina Cole to attempted murder. Investigators say they set the fire at a home on George Street last Tuesday morning. Four adults and two kids were inside. No one was hurt. But police say the women also called in a fake fire elsewhere to divert rescue crews. Police say the women set the fire -- hoping to stop the people in the house from telling authorities about alleged welfare fraud.

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A Middlebury man has pleaded not guilty to federal arson charges -- stemming from a fire at a Pittsford car dealership back in July 2011. Police said they found 29-year-old Steven Browne behind the wheel of a stolen car taken from the Curtis Auto Sales' lot. They said he was at a Rutland bank attempting to cash checks taken from the dealership. He was initially charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.

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Vermont is now the fourth state in the country to allows physician-assisted suicide. The new law allows physicians to prescribe lethal doses of medication to terminally ill patients who request it. It's unclear how many Vermonters want to be prescribed the lethal doses -- but experts say many who request it -- never end up using it. Governor Shumlin says he's proud to sign the bill into law -- after a decade-long debate.

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((Gov. Peter Shumlin/D-Vermont: 21:00 and why i am so proud to be Vermont's governor is because we have conversations about difficult issues where we disagree and we have those conversations with good judgement, fairness, and inclusiveness. 21:17)) Many hospitals say they're not yet ready for the change -- and need to review their own policies and ethics before allowing their doctors to prescribe the lethal doses.

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A historic building in North Bennington will have new owners -- and a new purpose. Merchant's bank donated the building to the Fund for North Bennington and the Preservation Trust of Vermont. That building has been in the town since 1894, when it was built as First National Bank. The nonprofit groups have not decided how they're going to use that building yet.

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New Hampshire celebrates a century of picking presidents. Today marks the 100-th anniversary of the law that created the Granite State's famous First-in-the-Nation presidential primary. As a result of the primary, presidential candidates have historically spent more time campaigning in the state -- than almost any other.

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We have news of progress this morning in the murder case of 78-year-old Pat O'Hagan -- killed more than 2 years ago. Sources tell Channel 3 there are 3 suspects - and they are already in jail. O'Hagan was last seen alive at her home in Sheffield in September of 2010. She was found murdered a few miles away -- 3 weeks later. Sheffield resident Michael Norrie partially confessed to her death - and is being held on other charges. Now - sources say Richard Fletcher of Sheffield also implicated himself. And a third man - is also considered a suspect in the plot. They too are in jail on other charges. A court filing shows Fletcher says that the 3 men participated in O'Hagan's death -- and the disposal of her body. The filing indicates she was sexually assaulted and shot in the head -- because she had discovered a meth operation next to her home. Court records show the state believes it doesn't have enough evidence to charge Fletcher with murder -- despite Fletcher and Norrie revealing several details about the murder that were never made public.

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The Vermont couple charged with killing a Saint Johnsbury teacher -- will be in court today -- and are planning on asking for new lawyers. Prosecutors say Allen and Patricia Prue kidnapped and killed 33-year-old Melissa Jenkins in March of last year. They're being tried separately. Both have plead not guilty. Patricia Prue's attorney has asked to withdraw from her role in the case.

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Security changes for Sunday's Vermont City Marathon. Police say people shouldn't bring backpacks, coolers or boxes. They suggest using clear plastic bags instead. Police tell Channel 3 there will be more plain clothes officers -- and fewer trash cans along the race route. All of this in response to last month's bombings at Boston's Marathon.

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Good morning it's 5:00 -- I'm ... And I'm ... Gary Sadowsky starts us off this morning with quick check on the weather. weather intro (anchors thank in 3-shot-transition to lead story)

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We'll now take you to a special report this morning out of Oklahoma. And the death toll is expected to rise. We're standing by for CBS's Norah O'Donnell with the latest on the damage.

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Today: Mostly cloudy Showers, t-storms Highs: 68 to 75 Wind: S to N 5 to 10 mph Tonight: Showers, possible t-storms Lows: 53 to 60 Wind: S 5 to 15 mph Wednesday: Mostly cloudy Showers, t-storms Highs: 75 to 82 Wind: SSW 10 to 15 mph Extended: Thursday: Showers, t-storms Lows: 55 to 65 Highs: 70s Friday: Showers Lows: 40s Highs: 60s Saturday: AM showers Then gradual clearing Lows: 40s Highs: 55 to 65 Hyper-Extended: Sunday: Vermont City Marathon! Partly cloudy Lows: 35 to 45 Highs: 60s Monday: Memorial Day! Partly cloudy Lows: 35 to 45 Highs: 60s

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She was PTO treasurer - AND a first grade teacher. And today she was in court for embezzlement. Police say 36 year-old Shawna Steinhour embezzled thousands from the Richford Elemementary PTO - and spent the money on herself. She denied the charges. According to court records -- Steinhour and her husband put some money back into the PTO account, but the PTO president estimates the account is still 35 hundred dollars short.

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After terrorist attacks like we saw in Boston so recently -- or Natural Disasters like the Tornado in Oklahoma -- communication can be limited in emergency situations with fiends and families of the victims. The red cross has developed a website to help you let others know you are alright -- or that you need help. it's called safe-and-well-dot-org. The home page gives you several options. The two main ones are -- list yourself as safe and well, or find someone in an area. If you're looking for someone you can search by name, phone number, or if you know their street address. if you are looking to register yourself as safe and well you first select the disaster that affected you. Then you are encouraged to put as much information about your location as possible. You can put updated contact information about where you are -- let people know your scenario and even type a customized note.

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Welcome back to you -- as we welcome back Brent Curtis from VTRANS. This morning we are focusing on Bethel, Randolph and Northfield. Village of Bethel - (Route 12 - Main Street) No work is planned for Bethel until July 2013. Village of Randolph - (Route 12, 12A and Route 66) Road work will begin this week in Randolph with clean-up along Route 12 on Monday. MILLING: Tuesday, May 21, 2013, crews will begin milling and continue through the end of the week as follows: · Route 12 - starting at the Cumberland Farms and head north to the Elementary School · Route 66 - start at the intersection with Route 12 and continue for about one-half mile ending near the Nursery and Garden Center. · Route 12A - start at the intersection with Route 12 and continue to the recreation ball field. Milling through the downtown Village area to the hospital will take place the following week. Travel will be reduced to alternating one-way travel around the construction package. Traffic control personnel will be present to maintain traffic flow. Motorists should anticipate traffic delays while traveling through the project and plan accordingly. Please allow for extra time in your travel plans. Village of Northfield - (Route 12 and Route 12A) Crews will be adjusting the structures (manhole covers, water valves and drainage inlets) to meet the height of the final wearing course paving that will take place in a few weeks. Work this week will also include installation of new handicap sidewalk ramps throughout the project. All work in Northfield will be performed during daytime work hours. Typical work hours are between the hours of 7:00 am and 7:00 pm Travel will be reduced to alternating one-way travel around the construction package. Traffic control personnel will be present to maintain traffic flow.

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In our headlines this morning -- attempted murder charges -- after a Morrisville fire... A plea deal -- in the case of a man who was robbed -- and later found dead... And end-of-life legislation -- signed into law.

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But before we get to those stories -- let's take a quick look at how the weather is shaping up this morning.

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One of the five suspects linked to a St Albans man's death -- pleaded guilty to assault and robbery charges. Police say 24-year-old Travis Bugbee and another man, Brian Ross, lured the victim to the St. Albans pool last year. On Monday Bugbee pleaded guilty to assaulting and robbing 22-year-old Chris Davis, whose body was found in the pool. The medical examiner was not able to determine his cause of death -- so the men were not charged with murder. Ross is expected to plead guilty to similar charges next month.

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The Bruins and Rangers eastern conference semifinal series has shifted to New York. Game 3 is tonight at Madison Square Garden as the B's have a 2-0 series lead. Scott has your baseball highlights and patriots injury news in the Sportswrap.

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(((NESN's Jerry Remy told us earlier tonight that the White Sox have really struggled to hit the ball. Maybe the Chicago players heard that, becasue they went to work on Boston Ace Jon Lester. Bottom of the first, Adam Dunn taking Lester deep to right for a three run shot. 3-0 White Sox. It's 5-0 White Sox in the third, when Boston gets on the board thanks to Jarrod Saltalamacchia. It's a 2 run homerun. His second homer of the season, Boston down 5-2. Chicago gets one of those runs back in the 5th Dayan Viciedo with the RBI single. 6 runs and 7 hits in 6 innings for Lester. Boston falls, 6-4, as they're 5 game win streak comes to an end. --- The Yankees and Oriloes going back and forth in the series opener tonight in Baltimore. Trailing by a run in the top of the ninth, the Yankees Travis Hafner with 1 out goes up and out. It's a solo shot. We are going to extra innings knotted at 4. Top of the 10th, after a leadoff double by Ichiro, Vernon Wells sends this double to left. Ichiro scores. Hafner adds an RBI single. The Yankees go on to the 6-4 win in 10 innings. --- Patrtios tight end Rob Gronkowski had a fourth surgery on his broken forearm today. According to reports, doctors say the prior infection in the arm is gone. Gronkowski is also going to have back surgery, but it's expected that he will be ready for training camp. I'm Scott Fleishman and that's the sportswrap.)))

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This morning 3 Minute Wrap. Getting you up to speed every morning -- in just 3 minutes.

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The Oklahoma state medical examiner's office says 20 children are among the 51 people confirmed dead in the tornado that ripped through Oklahoma City suburbs. AND -- officials expect the death toll to continue to rise -- as day breaks there -- and the search for victims continues. The tornado made a direct hit on an elementary school in the town of Moore, where authorities have been seen pulling children from the rubble.

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Block after block lay in ruins in the town of Moore -- following Monday's massive tornado. Entire neighborhoods flattened. Oklahoma's Governor has deployed 80 National Guard troops. The National Weather Service says labeled the tornado -- an E-F-4, the second- most powerful type of twister...with winds up to 200-miles-per-hour.

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New details in case that's terrified the Northeast Kingdom -- 78-year-old Pat O'Hagan -- was murdered more than two years ago. No arrests ever made. But now - progress in the case. Sources tell Channel 3 there are 3 suspects - and they are already in jail. We have the full details on our website at w-c-a-x-dot-com

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Police say a Morrisville woman -- who wanted to get back at her neighbors for allegedly turning her in for welfare fraud -- is now being charged with attempted murder Police say 35-year-old Leola Bell -- and a friend -- 40-year-old Tina Cole tried to light those neighbor's trailer on fire -- while they were in it. Four adults and two kids were inside. No one was hurt. More charges are expected.

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Vermont is now the fourth state in the country to allows physician-assisted suicide. Governor Shumlin signed the bill into law Monday. It's unclear how many Vermonters want to be prescribed lethal doses -- but experts say many who request the dose never end up using it.

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Burlington High School Adminstrators and parents met last night to talk about student safety -- after a teacher was charged with having sex with a student. Parents say they want school leaders to be open with students. Administrators say they rely on students coming forward.

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And -- that's a wrap. Gary, over to you.

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For more than 200 years -- furniture making has been an important industry in Vermont. Gina Bullard introduces us to a woodworker going against the grain -- with her products that are Made in Vermont.

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((quick nat)) In this Burlington workshop... ((quick nat)) wood is transformed .... ((quick quick nat)) ... into functional art. ((love wood working)) And it's not only the furniture that's unique -- but also the person making it. ((nat)) Erin Hanley is going against the grain. She's a woman in a predominately man's world. She is the only woman in the Guild of Vermont Furniture Makers. (11:05:12) ((Erin Hanley/Erin Hanley Fine Furniture "its intimidating")) She creates custom pieces for her business Erin Hanley Fine Furniture. (8:33:17) ((Erin Hanley/Erin Hanley Fine Furniture "sometimes i'll get people saying..so does your husband help yoU?")) But it's all Hanley. She creates one of a kind pieces that range from industrial to modern to something you could have seen in 16th century England. (7:04:19) ((Erin Hanley/Erin Hanley Fine Furniture "its different than anything else you can buy out there because it comes from the mind of one person. the craftsmanship is something you can really appreciate")) Hanley credits her creative -- crafty parents for exposing her to woodworking and the arts growing up. She apprenticed for a cabinet maker when she was 19... then a fine furniture maker. But Hanley was young -- and wanted to explore her options -- so she left wood. She sewed clothing for a company -- then even became a para-legal for a few years -- before farming for a decade. (5:11:11) ((Erin Hanley/Erin Hanley Fine Furniture "there's a similarity in furniture making i'm making some tangible and i have a relationship with the people who are buying it")) She loved farming but after starting a family -- decided it was too physically demanding -- and went back to her first love -- furniture making. Hanley attended a traditional craft school in Boston. She was the only woman in her class. Hanley does not like to draw attention to being a pioneer -- and instead prefers to let her pieces speak for themselves. (17:02:17) ((Erin Hanley/Erin Hanley Fine Furniture "gb-what is your favorite part about woodwoorking? EH- i think the tactile part getting the plain humming and a beautiful shaving coming off is satisfying")) Hanley says she's a perfectionist. Paying attention to grain -- color -- and getting the perfect fitting joint. Pieces average around 2000-dollars. (2:05:14) ((Erin Hanley/Erin Hanley Fine Furniture "its a level of craftsmanship that we're talking about and attention to detail ")) A woodworker cutting her own path. Gina Bullard Channel 3 News Burlington.

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Good morning it's 5:00 -- I'm ... And I'm ... Gary Sadowsky starts us off this morning with quick check on the weather. weather intro (anchors thank in 3-shot-transition to lead story)

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At least 51 people are dead, 20 of them children, from a devastating tornado that tore through the suburbs of Oklahoma City Monday afternoon. Officials say they expect the death toll to rise -- as many as 40 more. Bigad Shaban has the latest.

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FLASHLIGHTS SCANNED BACK AND FORTH ACROSS THE RUBBLE AS RESCUERS WORKED THROUGH THE NIGHT LOOKING FOR SURVIVORS OF MONDAY'S MASSIVE TORNADO IN MOORE, OKLAHOMA. ISABELLA ROJAS SAYS SHE WAS TRAPPED IN HER CLASSROOM. (SOT: Isabella Rojas/Tornado Victim) "I really got stuck because all of the desks were on top of us and the teacher got stuck." SEARCHERS FOCUSED MUCH OF THEIR ATTENTION ON PLAZA TOWERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WHICH TOOK A DIRECT HIT. (SOT: Gov. Mary Fallin/(R) Oklahoma) "Our hearts are just broken for the parents for the children who have been hit today." SOME CHILDREN WERE RESCUED...BUT DOZENS ARE FEARED TRAPPED IN THE RUBBLE. (SOT: Voice of: Betsy Randolph/Oklahoma Highway Patrol) "We are very hopeful that we're going to be able to find those victims tonight and get them the medical help they need." (STANDUP: Bigad Shaban/CBS News/Moore, OK) OFFICIALS DESIGNATED THIS CHURCH AS A MEETING PLACE FOR PARENTS OF MISSING CHILDREN TO COME AND WAIT FOR ANY NEWS ABOUT THEIR KIDS. FOR SOME OF THEM...IT HAS BEEN A LONG AND ANXIOUS NIGHT. (nats) THE TWISTER STARTED JUST SOUTH OF OKLAHOMA CITY AND QUICKLY GAINED STRENGTH. BY THE TIME IT HIT MOORE ...IT WAS A MILE WIDE AND PACKED WINDS OF UP TO 200 MILES-PER-HOUR. THE DAMAGE STRETCHED FOR SEVEN MILES. MOORE IS NO STRANGER TO DESTRUCTIVE STORMS. THE TOWN WAS DEVASTATED IN 1999 WHEN A TORNADOE -- WITH THE HIGHEST WINDS EVER RECORDED --- MADE A DIRECT HIT ON THE COMMUNITY. BIGAD SHABAN, CBS NEWS, MOORE, OKLAHOMA.

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Vermont Senator Patrick Leahy's Senate Judiciary Committee is considering hundreds of proposed amendments to the immigration reform bill. Lawmakers voted Monday for an amendment tightening asylum rules -- citing the Boston Marathon Bombing suspects whose family sought asylum in the U-S. The committee also added an amendment that would require foreigners leaving the country through the nation's busiest airports to be finger printed. A vote is expected tomorrow.

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Authorities are encouraging you to travel light for this Sunday's Vermont City Marathon, and they say no backpacks are allowed. That's just one of the extra security measures planned -- following the Boston bombings. There will be fewer trash cans available - and more plain clothes officers on patrol. They suggest people carry their items in clear plastic bags - to make it easy to see what's inside.

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((Det. Art Cyr, Burlington Police Dept. 01:16 "we're realistic to that fact that even though we are asking people not to, it's still going to happen, we're going to remind folks that if you leave those things unattended that there is a chance they will be confiscated and damaged and possibly destroyed.)) And police say you can expect random searches -- and big traffic tie ups -- so plan ahead.

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Vermont doctors can now help patients end their own lives. After nearly a decade of debate -- the end of life choices bill -- is now law. Deanna LeBlanc reports.

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((30:57 "so here we go" shumlin signs bill)) For many in the large crowd gathered in the Governor's Ceremonial Office -- this is a moment a decade in the making. ((31:11 go team -- it's law.)) As he signed end-of-life choices into law today -- Governor Shumlin lauded a healthy debate and active participation by citizens as what sets vermont apart from other states. ((SHUMLIN: 21:07 we have conversations about difficult issues where we disagree. And we have those conversations with good judgement, fairness, and inclusiveness. 21:17)) The new law -- which allows physicians to prescribe lethal doses to terminally ill patients -- is the first ever passed by state legislators in the nation. Similar bills have been passed in a handful other states, but by referrendum. Advocates say the number of Vermonters who will actually take a lethal dose will be much smaller than the number who fill the prescription or who ask their doctors about their options. ((Diana Barnard/End of Life Choices Vermont: 37:39 a lot of patients express an interest in having access to the possibility that they might be able to access this law if they need it. 37:46)) But those who oppose the law say it lacks strict oversight once a person fills the prescription. ((Carolyn McMurray/True Dignity Vermont: 41:57 we vigorously oppose this bill and we did everything in our power to keep it rom being enacted.42:02)) McMurray and the group True Dignity Vermont say they are transitioning from lobbyists to watch dogs now that the bill has become law. ((McMurray: 42:10 . we have setup a hotline to receive reports of abuse, either from people who are afraid themselves or who know somebody they think is being abused. 42:20)) The law allows physicians and hospitals to opt out of participating -- Many hospitals have implemented temporary policies against allowing admitted patients to take lethal doses -- until new policies can be created. ((1:49 Dr. Stephen Leffler/Fletcher Allen Health Care: We have to meet with our committees and decide if this is something that makes sense for us to do in the hospital or is it something that should eb done in the patient's home with their provider2:01 )) Leffler says that's a process that could take between six and nine months. ((39:08 we've been waiting 10 years for this law to pass and we very much want to have people feel comfortable with the way that it is unfolding, and it will take as much time as it takes. 38:17)) Deanna LeBlanc -- channel 3 news -- Burlington.

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State Police in Maine believe they found the body of a missing 15-year-old girl in the woods. More than 500 people helped in the search of Nichole Cable who was last seen on May 12th near her home in Glenburn. Authorities say they found the body around 9:30 Monday night -- but won't say where. Cable's mother says her daughter was last seen when going to meet someone she'd met over the Internet. A news conference is scheduled for later this morning in Bangor.

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A Massachusetts family says someone broke into their house -- and stole their dead son's purple heart. The purple heart was awarded to Marine Lance Corporal Michael Ford seven years ago -- after his death. The New Bedford native was killed in Afghanistan when the tank he was driving hit an IED. He was 19 years old. His father, Joseph Ford, says thieves broke into his home over the weekend, and stole the iconic symbol of bravery.

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There's new research about the healing effects of music. Ines Ferre has more on that -- and our other top medical stories -- in our healthwatch.

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-A simple blood test can predict who will suffer from postpartum depression. Researchers at Johns Hopkins tested 52 pregnant women and found those with 2 specific genes were at high risk. Doctors say a test to detect the genes was accurate 85 percent of the time. Larger studies are now needed to confirm the findings. -A new government survey finds obesity rates in the US continue to climb. The CDC study compared obesity numbers in 2007 and 2010 and found the rate increased from 25 to 27 percent. Binge drinking also rose slightly but the number of smokers remained the same.Researchers were encouraged to find out the number of people exercising is up a little. -And music may help patients in intensive care recover. Researchers at Ohio State University found ICU patients who listened to their favorite music while recovering had less anxiety and required less sedation. Previous studies have shown music can help patients relax and speed up recovery.

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In our headlines this morning -- concerns over school safety, after a high school teacher is accused of having sex with a student... A Richford teacher is accused of embezzling... And a plea deal -- in the case of a man who was robbed -- and later found dead.

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But before we get to those stories -- let's take a quick look at how the weather is shaping up this morning.

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A Burlington High School teacher stands charged with having sex with one of her students. And weeks after the allegations surfaced -- Burlington parents are talking about whether their kids are safe at school. Keith McGilvery was at the public meeting last night.

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Burlington High School spanish teacher Giovanna Yaranga was charged with having sex with one of her students -- many BHS parents thought the worst. ((Sue Reardon, Burlington High School Mom 27:37 "As a mom it scared me, I send my child to school everyday thinking oh I hope he is going to be safe, oh I hope he is going to learn.)) Sue Reardon is not only a Burlington High School mom but she's also been in education for decades -- and says there's no excuse. ((Sue Reardon, Burlington High School Mom 28:35 "The teachers, educators, they know, I can not believe that there would ever be an educator that says gee I didn't know that wasn't appropriate.)) Monday Reardon joined parents and teachers at BHS to talk about their safety concerns with Principal Amy Mellencamp in the wake of the allegations. Mellencamp could say little about the ongoing investigation. ((Amy Mellencamp, Burlington High School Principal KM: Did you miss anything, at the end of the day you are in charge of this building. AM "I am in charge of this building, I can't go into the specifics of the investigation but as soon as I had information, I acted on it.)) Mellencamp used the hour-long back and forth to start a dialogue with parents over what can be done to do a better job protecting students. She says district policies on appropriate teacher-student behavior are being reviewed - and she's accepting suggestions. She reminded parents that there are mandatory reporting laws for her staff and that often uncovering a problem takes help from students. ((Amy Mellencamp, Burlington High School Principal 02:44 "What I have learned is that students coming forward is really important, that's the only way sometimes that we get knowledge of a situation and we do our best work when we are told something is wrong.)) Parents urged administrators to be honest with students about their safety and to make sure that BHS teachers are getting the support and attention they need as well. Reardon says the open conversation could go a long way to preventing future problems. ((Sue Reardon, Burlington High School Mom 30:11 "even though it might only have been one person, that has stepped over the bounds, maybe there have been more, maybe this will be a wake up call.)) Yaranga denies the allegations -- and has pled not guilty to having a sexual relationship with her student. She is on paid administrative leave and is due back in court July 9th. KM C3 News btv.

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A year after a young Chris Davis was found dead in the St. Albans city pool -- there is a plea deal for a man who robbed him. As Judy Simpson reports -- police still don't know how Davis died.

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The body of 22 year old Chris Davis was found last April in the St ALbans pool after being reported missing by his family a month earlier. The medical examiner was not able to determine when or how Davis died because he had been in the pool for so long. Eventually 5 people were arrested in connection with the case, but none of them were ever charged the homicide. ((nat hit)) Monday one of the suspects 24 year old Travis Bugbee pleaded guilty to assault and robbery charges. According to police Bugbee and another man, Brian Ross lured davis to the pool, where they beat and robbed him. Bugbee's lawyer insisted Ross was the ring leader, but Franklin County State's Attorney James Hughes says that doesn't matter. ((00:26:54:02 James Hughes/ Franklin County State's Attorney" Under Vermont law with criminal charges if you take part in the criminal enterprise you can be held as culpable as the principal actor.")) Ross is expected to plead guilty to the same charges in June. If that happens both men will be sentenced in July. And if further evidence is uncovered in the future it is possible Bugbee could face homicide charges. ((Hughes again 00:27:46:03" I believe he could ,, he would obviously have a double jeopardy argument but there are different elements to the defense of a homicide than an assault and robbery so if further info is developed he is not precluded.")) In the meantime Bugbee remains free on conditions. JS Channel three news St Albans.

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Watch out for rabies in the Upper Valley Police in Hanover New Hampshire were recently notified about two raccoons that came into contact with family pets. The raccoons were euthanized and sent to the state lab. In both cases, the animals tested positive for rabies. The pets however -- were both vaccinated.

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If you have questions about the approaching healthcare exchange set up -- you can now visit a store front in South Burlington. The exchange is part of the federal health care reform law and goes into effect next year. Blue Cross Blue Sheild Counselors at the walk-in center will explain how the exchange works -- and which plan is right for the individuals and small businesses required to participate in it.

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((Don George/Blue Cross & Blue Shield: 7:04 blue cross blue shield information and wellness center is going to serve as a community resource for all Vermonters who can come here without appointments and speak with any of our exchange specialists and receive information on the exchange and the tools that they need in order to be a knowledgeable purchaser on the exchange. 7:23)) Enrollment for the new exchange -- called Vermont Health Connect -- opens in October. The exchange will effect employees of businesses with fewer than 50 workers -- and people not insured by their employer.

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Hemp is legally sold in stores throughout the country -- but it is illegal to grow. Vermont is changing that, but there's still a big hurdle. Adam Sullivan reports.

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At the Cedar Circle Farm in East Thetford, hundreds of different fruits, vegetables, and plants are for sale. ((Will Allen/Cedar Circle Farm: "we grow about a hundred 50 different kinds of vegetables. 50 different kind of tomatoes alone.")) And the farm's manager- Will Allen--wants to add another crop-- hemp. Experts say its in the same family as marijuana-- but lacks potent levels of the chemical THC -- which gets you high. ((Allen: "we want to learn how to grow hemp because down the road, we think it is going to be a really important crop. In the short term it might be a legal nightmare.")) ((Sullivan: "because hemp is illegal under federal law, growing it here on the farm would be just too risky, if fact, it could put the entire business in jeopardy.")) ((nats: youtube)) Allen's had a run in with the feds before. In 2009, he was a among of group of protestors who planted hemp on the lawn of DEA headquarters. They were all arrested. And just because Vermont is moving closer to legalizing hemp cultivation-- a bill has passed both the House and Senate-- there is no stopping federal officials from coming into the state and shutting down the operation-- and possibly seizing the land. Governor Shumlin supports hemp production in Vermont but says it's tough to protect those who grow it. ((Governor Shumlin: 19:13 We just don't have an answer to that. there are some others states that are considering adopting this policy. 19:18 you know, the federal law doesn't make much sense so we don't know exactly what the federal enforcement would be, and farmers would have to grow it at their own risk. 19:25)) It's a plant that the advocacy group Rural Vermont has tried to legalize for years. ((Andrea Stander/Rural Vermont "33:48 what we're hearing from the folks at the federal level who are working to pass legislation there is that passing bills at the state level is providing momentum for the federal 33:57")) In the meantime-- Allen has a plan. Start a new farm, with a group of investors, dedicated solely to growing hemp. ((Allen: What we will do is buy another piece of property locally and grow hemp on that and put that property at risk.")) Risk that he says shouldn't be there in the first place -- because hemp seeds, oil, and fabric are already sold legally in the U.S. And all come from the plant. ((Allen: "if we are going to get stoned ingesting hemp, why are they selling it in the local store.")) A question he poses as the hemp plant highlights a divide between federal and state law. Adam Sullivan channel three news in East Thetford.

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We do not know WHEN the Governor plans to sign the bill. We also reached out to Vermont's federal prosecutor but did not hear back.

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