Early A.M. News Script

Wed 22-MAY-2013 Early A.M. News Script

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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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It's frustrating news in the Northeast Kindgom -- Police say they have suspected killers in the Pat O'Hagan murder case, but have yet to make any moves on it. Three men are in custody. But as Deanna LeBlanc tells us -- neighbors are wondering -- why no one's been charged.

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((Bev Frost/Neighbor: 14;04 a certain measure of relief but we're still waiting for them to be put away 14:10)) Bev frost has lived in Sheffield for 13 years -- just a few doors down from Pat Ohagan's home. New evidence shows that three men were using the home next door to make meth, that they have admitted to raping and killed O'hagan when she found out. ((Terry Malone: 10:39 for something like this to happen to her is horrible. It's horrifying 10:44)) Michael Norrie, Richard Fletcher and Keith Baird, all of Sheffield, are jailed on separate charges in other cases. Investigators say Fletcher and Norrie have implicated themselves in the murder and disposal of O'Hagan's body. Federal prosecutors pushing for a tough sentence for Fletcher in a child porn case -- filed court papers saying state prosecutors do not plan to charge him in connection with O'Hagan's death for lack of evidence. GFX: " It is expected that this Court will be the only Court to address Fletcher's responsibility for O'Hagan's demise." But Attorney General Bill Sorrell disputes that. ((at 01:52, That's the US Attorney's office saying that and again - I remain hopeful that we will gather enough evidence.)) Neighbors like Bev Frost says they've already waited three years -- and are frustrated that despite the confessions -- no arrests have been made. ((FROST: 14,56 its just awful that it has taken so long to get this information 15:02)) ******************BEGI N FILE****************** ************ ((**THIS IS KK QUESTION STARTING AT 7:34 (but don't air reporter question: Bill Sorrell/D-Vt. Attorney General: That of course its frustrating, but we shouldn't bring charges prematurely before we feel we have enough evidence to obtain a conviction.)) *******************END FILE****************** *************** For Frost, the new information is bringing more questions than answers. ((FROST: 15:15 I have a lot of questions. I want to make sure there's nobody else. I want to make sure that the legal system works and that they're not going to be out on the street on bail next week 15:27)) But for Terry Malone, she hopes this is one step closer to closing the book on a sad chapter in the otherwise peaceful town. ((11:20 I hope it does for her for her family. She needs to be at peace for this. So don't her family. 11:26)) Sorrell says there is no statute of limitations - so prosecutors could bring charges in the case - when they find more evidence. DL C3 NEWS

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A car versus runner accident claimed the life of a Champlain New York woman. 27-year old Ashley Poissant of Champlain was running -- with three other people -- along Perry Mills Road on Monday. Police say 85-year old Ronald Trombly drove up behind them and tried to pass -- but instead hit Poissant. She later died at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. That accident is still under investigation.

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A teen driver now admits to drinking and driving in a fatal crash, that killed his passenger. on Tuesday-- 17-year-old James Companion told investigators he had five shots of alcohol -- before crashing into a telephone pole in Colchester a year ago. His passenger -- 25-year-old Tasha Maring -- died. Companion pleaded guilty -- and under the plea deal -- he'll serve between two and three years in prison.

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Senator Patrick Leahy's Judiciary Committee has approved a far-reaching immigration bill. ((1:07 It passes! Cheers. 1:21 Yes we can yes we can.)) The landmark legislation gives a chance at citizenship -- to millions living in the country illegally -- and creates new steps against illegal immigration. But passage only came after Leahy -- who chairs the committee -- agreed not to force a vote on his proposal to allow gay Americans to seek green cards for their spouses. He's says THAT fight is not over. The 13 to 5 vote clears the bill for a Senate debate -- that's expected to start early next month.

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Thunder storms rolled through our region.... ... taking down trees and powerlines. Nearly 2-thousand homes lost electricity. Those downed trees closed roads -- including part of the northbound lane of Interstate 89 -- in St. Albans. And the storm brought a lot of lightning -- This light show captured by our SkyWatch 3 -- cam.

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Today: Mostly cloudy Showers, t-storms Some possibly strong Highs: 75 to 82 Wind: S 5 to 15 mph Tonight: Showers, t-storms Lows: 57 to 64 Wind: S 5 to 15 mph Thursday: Showers, t-storms Downpours possible Highs: 72 to 78 Wind: S 10 to 15 mph Extended: Friday: Showers Cooler Lows: 50s Highs: 55 to 65 Saturday: Chance for AM showers Then gradual clearing Lows: 40s Highs: 55 to 65 Sunday: VT City Marathon! Partly cloudy Lows: 35 to 45 Highs: 55 to 65 Hyper-Extended: Monday: Memorial Day! Partly cloudy Lows: 35 to 45 Highs: 60s Tuesday: Partly cloudy Lows: 35 to 45 Highs: 65 to 75

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Weather experts say the tornado that devastated Moore, Oklahoma was even stronger than originally thought -- an E-F-5, which is the highest classification for tornadoes. Bigad Shaban takes us to the community where that tornado -- claimed two dozen lives.

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THE SEARCH FOR BODIES AND SURVIVORS IS NEARLY COMPLETE. (nats) OFFICIALS SAY THEY HAVE CHECKED EVERY HOME AT LEAST ONCE... BUT THEY PLAN TO DOUBLE AND TRIPLE CHECK TO MAKE SURE NO ONE GOES UNFOUND. STILL...AUTHORITIES DON'T EXPECT TO FIND ANY MORE CASUALTIES. AT LEAST 24 PEOPLE DIED FROM THE TORNADO INCLUDING NINE CHILDREN. MOST OF THE YOUNGEST VICTIMS DIED AT PLAZA TOWERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. (SOT: Jennifer Doan/Plaza Towers Elementary Teacher) "It's been replaying and replaying in my head." JENNIFER DOAN LOST SEVEN OF HER THIRD GRADE STUDENTS WHEN A WALL COLLAPSED ON THEM. SHE USED HER OWN BODY TO SHIELD THE CHILDREN CLOSEST TO HER. (SOT: Jennifer Doan/Plaza Towers Elementary Teacher) "I put my arms around two of them." JANAE HORNSBY WAS IN MS. DOAN'S CLASSROOM WHEN THE TORNADO HIT. ON TUESDAY...HER FAMILY GOT A CALL FROM THE MEDICAL EXAMINER CONFIRMING THEIR WORST FEAR. (SOT: Yolanda Hornsby/Grandmother of Tornado Victim) "It's like taking a piece out of my heart and just like stomping on it." (STANDUP: Bigad Shaban/CBS News/Moore, OK) WALKING THROUGH THESE NEIGHBORHOODS...IT'S HARD TO IMAGINE ANYONE COULD SURVIVE THE TORNADO. RUBBLE AND MANGLED CARS ARE NOW SCATTERED HERE WHERE HOMES ONCE STOOD. (SOT: Linda Myers/Tornado Victim) "One minute I'm fine and it's like, everything's fine. And then the next minute it's like, I just want to cry when you realize all of the memories." LINDA MYERS TRIED TO PUT HER LOSS INTO PERSPECTIVE WHILE SHE STARED AT A LIFETIME OF ACCUMULATED POSSESSIONS WHICH ARE NOW GONE. (SOT: Linda Myers/Tornado Victim) "But then, you know the poor people that lost their lives. That's who my heart really goes out to. I have no problems compared to theirs. So..." IT'S A FEELING MANY HERE SHARE THIS MORNING. BIGAD SHABAN, CBS NEWS, MOORE, OKLAHOMA.

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Maine Police are now treating a missing girl investigation as a homicide. A Warden's dog is credited with finding the body in the woods during an 8 day search for 15-year-old Nichole Cable. State Police are taking over -- and are charging 20-year-old Kyle Dube with murder. Police say Dube turned himself in on May 17th -- 5 days after the girl went missing -- on an unrelated case.

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Alcoa is heavily investing in its Massena plant. Governor Cuomo says Alcoa's Massena East smelter project -- will be kicked-off next month -- with the relocation of a transmission-line. The line is necessary to accommodate a new substation and aluminum production equipment. Cuomo calls it an important development for Northern New York's economy.

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Parents and significant others -- some big news dropped yesterday -- the reveal of the latest Xbox -- the Xbox ONE! Yes Microsoft is introducing it's next generation gaming console, and the company says this one does much more than just games. as this technology works to compete with the wii and play station -- it too has to try and work in harmony with your TV - and web along with games and movies. The console comes with a recognizable hand tool, but much of the new technology is based on voice recognition and gestures with your hand. the original xbox was released in 2005 --- and has continued to be the best selling game console in the country. But competition with web and mobile apps will give this industry a run for it's money. The new playstation rolled out in february and now critics will have their chance to directly compare the technology, before it hits shelves later this year.

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What a mom eats during her pregnancy -- could change her baby's I-Q. Ines Ferre has that and more in our healthwatch.

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A new study finds anti-depressants can help some patients living with a stress related heart condition. Duke researchers found heart patients who took an antidepressant were more than two and a half times less likely to develop myocardial (my-uh-car-dee-ul) ischemia (eh-sceme-me-uh) . Doctors say mental stress brings on the condition which cuts down blood flow to certain parts of the heart. (VO) A study out of Australia finds mental illness can greatly decrease life expectancy. Researchers say psychiatric patients die about 14 years earlier than people without mental illness. Some patients took their own lives but 80 percent died from natural causes like cardiovascular disease and cancer. (VO) A child's I-Q could be related to what their mother ate during pregnancy. British researchers followed more than 14-thousand expectant moms and found most did not have enough iodine in their diet - which comes from seafood and dairy products. Children of mothers who lacked iodine went on to have lower scores on IQ and reading tests. And those are some of the day's top health stories. I'm Ines Ferre, for CBS NEWS, New York.

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In our headlines this morning -- a new provost for UVM... A deal reached for casinos in New York... And a little later this morning -- the first part in our physical education series -- Get Moving.

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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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UVM has a new provost. David Rosowsky is currently the dean at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York. In his first year on the job here in Vermont, he'll be making 375-thousand dollars a year plus benefits. The provost is the second-highest ranking executive at the University -- after the President. He's replacing Jane Knodell -- who stepped down back in December.

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The Saint Regis Mohawks have been withholding millions of dollars in a fight over exclusive rights to the casino, but now they are paying up. The Mohawks operate a state-sanctioned casino on the Awkesasne reservation. The tribe withheld 60 million dollars in state taxes over the last 3 years. Meanwhile, Governor Cuomo's plan for three new state-run casinos in the upstate region is threatening the Mohawks' exclusivity. But for now the two sides have made a deal.

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((20:24-:35Gov. Andrew Cuomo/D-New York: "The state deems by this agreement that the Mohawks are in good standing and therefore, the region will not be part of the casino game biil that is moving.")) ((24:31-38 Chief Paul Thompson/St. Regis Mohawk Tribe: "And I commend the governor for have the guts to step up to the plate and say 'let's get this done.'")) The deal also calls for the state and Mohawks to resolve unrelated disputes involving land claims. Chief Thompson says a shortage of land for housing is the tribe's biggest concern.

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Police in Bomoseen say they are upping their presence at the state park-- in response to complaints of too much noise. Police will begin foot patrols starting this weekend -- to try to cut down on parties -- and noise complaints from neighbors. The park will contract with Castleton Police -- paying about 7-thousand dollar for the summertime patrols.

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An old sport is picking up new fans in the Queen City. Scott Fleishman catches up with the Burlington Bocce (botch-che) Club.

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(((Burlington's Bocce Season Begins with first time players getting their roll on, and some Bocce Bosses giving helpful hints.))) (((Tanner Petry/"I get excited teaching other people how to play, seeing them get excited about it, it's a fun easy game."))) (((Steph Holdridge/"It's not that physically demanding and it's just a good time by all."))) (((And they're all trying to do is to get as close as they can to that little white ball.))) (((Bill Stephany/"It turns out to be harder than I thought until you get used to it it's hard to gage how far the ball is going to go."))) (((Rookies aren't the only ones getting initiated on this day. Two of the three courts at Oakledge Park have been refurbished.))) ((("These are nice thicker boards, pressure treated they'll last a long time."))) (((Scott Fleishman/"The surface of the courts is called hartru it's actually the same surface used on Clay Tennis courts."))) ((("When you play on the grass sometimes you hit bumps and rocks and it's going to bump about, but here it's clean and precise."))) ((("I think it's a great setup, I wish they had more courts, I'd like a couple down by the waterfront."))) (((These beginners certainly made a splash on opening day, Bocce isn't passing them by.))) ((("I'm hooked. Bocce for me.")))

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Where students live -- plays a major role in how much time they spend in the gym at school. Regardless of location -- we struggled to find a single community meeting national physical education recommendations. Education Reporter Keith McGilvery is taking a closer look in our special series "Get Moving."

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From grooving to the Beattles..... ((Brooks Duprey, 3rd Grade 35:07 "I just love getting active")) to Frisbee golf.... ((Emily Swenson 3rd Grade 31:55 "we do lots of activities.)) it's all about getting kids moving in Phys. Ed. at the Union Elementary School in Montpelier. ((Sina Fallahi, 3rd Grade 21:09 "to me it is my favorite special because it is the one special where you really get to play around.)) and in this class every minute counts. ((Brooks Duprey, 3rd Grade 33:47 "Usually we start by doing a warmup, usually a tag game of some sort.)) Teachers MJ Jennings ... ((Nat of MJ)) ((MJ Jennings, Union Elementary School 11:01 "I have always known that I have wanted to be a PE teacher because I am a very physical and active person.)) and Emmanuel Riby-Williams share the responsibility of keeping these students on their feet. ((NAT of ERW)) ((Emmanuel Riby-Williams Union Elementary School 03:18 I am a perfect example of someone who loves to move and so this job is perfect for me because I am always on my toes.)) But these kids are not --PE at this K-5 school comes twice a week-- and these professionals say it's not enough as they fight keep kids fit and take on childhood obesity. ((MJ Jennings, Union Elementary School 12:22 "I would love to see them every single day, ever other hour would be fantastic.)) ((Emmanuel Riby-Williams- Union Elementary School 04:40 "Kids moving 3 to 5 times a week, 60 minutes each time is what we are hoping for.)) They're hopes Lindsay Simpson has heard before-- She's the Physical Education Consultant for Vermont's Agency of Education. ((Lindsay Simpson, Vt. Education Agency, Physical Education Consultant 29:08 "I would like to see a more prescriptive time allotment so the PE teachers contact time is more standard across the state.)) Currently the state's School Quality Standards offer few guidelines when it comes to how much time Vermont kids should spend in PE. ((Lindsay Simpson, Vt. Education Agency, Physical Education Consultant 27:11 Right now those standards say that elementary education has to have two times per week or the equivilant there of phys ed.)) 8 It might sound simple enough --until you learn that those "two times" per week have no "time" requirements at all. ((Lindsay Simpson, Vt. Education Agency, Physical Education Consultant 27:57 "Some schools may choose to have two blocks of 40 minutes a week, some may decide oh we are going to have one block of 40 minutes and we call that two 20 minute blocks.)) Simpson says local control is largely behind the differences. ((Lindsay Simpson, Vt. Education Agency, Physical Education Consultant 27:51 Because it comes down to local control, local resources are going to end up becoming the determinant of what that time looks like.)) 6 ((Graphic)) In Rutland City elementary students go to PE for between 45 minutes and 80 minutes a week depending on grade. In Bennington its 2 to 3 times a week in 30 minute blocks. The twice -weekly visits in Montpelier are 45 minutes each. All are far below the 150 minutes of instruction a week recommended by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education- but they are not alone. Simpson struggled to point to a single community meeting the national benchmark. ((Lindsay Simpson, Vt. Education Agency, Physical Education Consultant 30:16 "there are a lot of pressures on schools in terms of academic performance and we understand that, I would like to see some schools strive for it.)) Back at Union the PE team says it does not have to be either or as they routinely find ways to reinforce academic skills in the gym and outdoors. ((14:01 MJ Jennings, Union Elementary School "They have score cards where they are keeping track of negative numbers, positive numbers so we are incorporating a lot of different areas of education into our PE classes.)) and like many schools across the state they're finding ways to reinforce physical activity in the classroom. ((Emmanuel Riby-Williams- Union Elementary School 05:06 "Recently we've come up with a program where kids have brain breaks within their classrooms.)) ((14:11 MJ Jennings, Union Elementary School "It's not just about getting your heart rate up and then going back to the classroom, we want to bring all these other pieces into it.)) Riby-Williams says finding new ways to incorporate more activity into his kids' routines will take families getting on board since he says legislative action is unlikely. ((Emmanuel Riby-Williams- Union Elementary School 06:32 At this point I think we have to work with what with have in terms of encouraging parents and reaching out to parents and making them be able to create opportunities for their children.)) Children who for now seem to be enjoying PE. ((Tia Leno, 3rd Grade, 3rd Grade 27:43 "really awesome, really, really, really awesome.)) learning from their teachers.... ((Brooks Duprey, 3rd Grade 35:47 "He motivates us to stay healthy and he motivate us to have fun.)) and if they had it their way sound like they'd have fun rocking and rolling-- or playing Frisbee golf- 5 days a week. ((Emily Swenson 3rd Grade 32:16 "I think it would be tiring but fun.)) ((Sina Fallahi, 3rd Grade 23:44 "I would really enjoy that, I would have a lot of fun.)) KM C3 NEWS, MONTPELIER.

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Tonight in part two of our series "Get Moving" we explore how teachers are making the best of the time they do have with kids -- and what changes the programs have gone through.

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Keegan Bradley was the first player to win a major championship using a Belly putter in 2011. But starting in 2016, the United States Golf association is officially banned anchoring the putter to the body. Scott has your hockey and baseball highlights in the sportswrap.

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(((Let's go to Madison square garden, where maybe a Wayne Gretzky appearance could help motivate the Rangers. scoreless game in the second, New York's Ryan McDonagh fires a shot thru a screen that is redirected by Taylor Pyatt. 1-0 Rangers. Boston had plenty of chances in the first two periods, but Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist came to play. A nice glove save to rob Gregory Campbell of a goal. 1-0 Rangers after 2. In the third, Boston breaks through, Johnny Boychuck fires a shot with Shawn Thornton in front. Boychuk's 4th goal of the playoffs, it's 1-1. No penalties called on the Rangers tonight, but the Bruins say that's ok. 3 minutes left, Thornton redirects Gregory Campbell shot off Lundqvist. Daniel Paille pokes the loose puck home That's your game winner. The Bruins take it 2-1 and have a chance to sweep the series Thursday in New York. --- When it rains it pours, and it was certainly pouring in Chicago tonight before this one was over. Felix Dubront on the mound for the Sox, runs into trouble in the 5th, with a runner on Jeff Keppinger goes deep to left. White Sox take a 2-0 lead. Chicago pitcher Jose Quintana threw 6 and a third no hit innings. But with one out in the 7th, David Ortiz gets Boston in the hit column with the broken bat single. Boston loads the basses, Jeese Crain relives Quintana and gets Steven Drew to strikeout ending the threat. The rains came soon after that as Boston falls, 3-1 the final. --- In Baltimore, the Yankee looking for another dramatic win over the Orioles. Top of the fourth, Travis Hafner with the RBI single to right. 2-1 Yankees. Hafner had the game tying homer in the ninth last night. tonight, it's the O's that come through late. Tied at 2 in the bottom of the 10th, Nate McClouth blasts this solo shot off Vidal Nuno. The Orioles walk off with the 3-2 win in 10. I'm Scott Fleishman and that's the sportswrap.)))

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Camping can be a lot of fun -- roasting marshmallows, sleeping outdoors, being one with nature -- but -- when it starts to rain, things can quickly change. The important thing is having the right gear -- for the right conditions. Nick Borelli takes a look at what's out there.

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Many view camping as a way to connect with nature. ((Amy Place, Bristol 19:58-20:04 I like the smells and the sounds of the outdoors, how quiet it is.)) But sometimes Mother Nature provides us with less than ideal weather for camping; that's when having the right gear becomes important. A water-repellent shell is great for keeping you dry. ((Nathan Crain, Outdoor Gear Exchange 01:36-44 This is gonna be a mainly nylon outer material that's been coated with some sort of durable, water-repellent coating.)) You'll also want a light, breathable base layer for staying cool; synthetic materials or - surprisingly- wool fit the bill. ((Nathan Crain, Outdoor Gear Exchange 02:58-3:03 It's a very breathable fabric; it dries quite quickly. It wicks moisture from your body.)) Unfortunately the warm season also means pesky black flies and mosquitoes. ((Nick Borelli Burlington 23:33-33 When you go camping those bugs can be pretty brutal to deal with. And of course you have the standards like the bug spray, but there are other ways to combat it, like this headnet. And even though it looks funny, it's the way to go.)) ((Amy Place, Bristol 21:41-47 I think the next time I go out I'm gonna have a net. You know what?...I have to do it.)) On a sunnier day, high SPF sunblock is a good idea. ((Nathan Crain, Outdoor Gear Exchange 08:33-38 Make sure to get a good one that's somewhat waterproof if you're gonna be on the rivers and lakes.)) We can't forget to give some attention to our feet. ((Nathan Crain, Outdoor Gear Exchange 04:46-57 There's various companies making water shoes I like to recommend a lot. These are still supportive enough to go on a hike for sure. But if you're gonna be doing a large hike with a backpack, you'll probably be better off with hiking shoes or a boot.)) Next up, shelter. ((Nathan Crain, Outdoor Gear Exchange 10:02-07 In the rain, what's most important is having a tarp or a tent with a waterproof rainfly.)) While sleeping in your tent, pad mats are a great way to stay warm, dry, and comfortable. ((Nathan Crain, Outdoor Gear Exchange 11:28-33 These are just inflatable mattresses essentially, and they come in a variety of thicknesses.)) There's no shortage of gear for camping in a variety of weather. And all of these options are tempting for Amy Place. ((Amy Place 19:46-51 I just like to look at all the gear and think about upgrading.)) Nick Borelli. Channel 3 News. Burlington.

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((11:02:45 Sherwin if people know that there is going to be a police officer walking around in the park -- certainly it is going to prevent things from getting out of hand.)) ((Maria Mayer / Dept. of Forests, Parks & Rec."In order to preserve the recreation experience for both the individuals but especially the families that go to Bomoseen state park -- we thought this would be a proactive initiative.")) The police patrols will mostly happen at night -- and on weekends.

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Thunder storms were making a lot of noise last night. the stormy winds took down trees and powerlines. Nearly 2-thousand homes lost electricity. Those downed trees closed roads -- including part of the northbound lane of Interstate 89 -- in St. Albans. And the storm brought a lot of lightning -- This light show captured by our SkyWatch 3 -- cam.

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coming up on Thursday Sharon and Charlie have some gardening tips now that the garden beds are nice and hydrated! And People's United Bank is here to talk 401ks with us. We'll see you starting at 5.

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Sheriffs say a body found floating in the waters off the Florida Keys -- is that of a Vermonter. The Monroe County Sheriff's office says early Sunday morning -- two people fishing off a bridge reported seeing 55-year-old Mark Parent of Enosburg floating in the water -- yelling for help. They tried to throw a rope to him -- but were unsuccessful. Rescuers searched by air and by sea to find him, but his body wasn't found until Monday. Detectives say they believe his death was an accident.

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Neighbors in Sheffield have questions after news that there are 3 suspects in the death of Pat O'Hagan. Prosecutors say 3 men are in jail on unrelated charges - and two have implicated themselves in the death of the Sheffield grandmother 3 years ago -- and the disposal of her body. The men telling investigators the 78 year old was shot in the head and raped. Prosecutors say that even though the men know details about the crime only the killers would know - they still don't have enough evidence. That has many in O'Hagan's hometown -- frustrated.

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((FROST: 14,56 its just awful that it has taken so long to get this information 15:02)) ((Bev Frost/Neighbor: 14;04 a certain measure of relief but we're still waiting for them to be put away 14:10)) ((11:20 Terry Malone I hope it does for her for her family. She needs to be at peace for this. So don't her family. 11:26)) Attorney General Bill Sorrell says there is no statute of limitations - so if investigators find new evidence -- charges can be filed any time.

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Sheriffs say a body found floating in the waters off the Florida Keys -- is that of a Vermonter. The Monroe County Sheriff's office says early Sunday morning -- two people fishing off a bridge reported seeing 55-year-old Mark Parent of Enosburg floating in the water -- yelling for help. They tried to throw a rope to him -- but were unsuccessful. Rescuers searched for him by air and by sea, but his body wasn't recovered until Monday. Detectives say they believe his death was an accident.

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A pair of siblings deny a string of burglaries in Rutland -- that Police say funded their heroin addiction. 28-year-old Todd Miller, and his 30-year-old sister Amanda Miller -- pleaded not guilty. The pair is charged with multiple counts of felony burglary. Police say starting in October, they stole and pawned jewelry and assorted silverware from at least five homes around the city. Police estimate from one house alone on Church Street -- the Millers stole up to 12-thousand dollars worth of goods. The siblings were released on conditions -- but if convicted, Todd Miller could face up to 100-years in prison -- and his sister could spend up to 45 years behind bars.

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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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A runner -- was killed in a crash in Champlain, New York. 27-year old Ashley Poissant (pwah-sawhn) of Champlain was running -- with three other people -- along Perry Mills Road. Police say 85-year old Ronald Trombly drove up behind them and tried to pass -- but instead ending up hitting her. She later died at Fletcher Allen in Burlington. That accident is still under investigation.

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A fiery crash killed his passenger -- now a teen driver admits to driving drunk. 17-year-old James Companion told investigators he had five shots of alcohol -- before crashing into a telephone pole in Colchester a year ago. His passenger -- 25-year-old Tasha Maring -- died. Companion plead guilty Tuesday as part of a peal deal. He'll serve between two to three years in prison.

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People in Oklahoma got a 16 minute warning before a deadly tornado destroyed their homes -- and now it's time to start picking up the pieces. Anne Marie Green has the latest on the search and rescue efforts in our world watch.

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-OFFICIALS SAY THEY BELIEVE EVERYONE IS ACCOUNTED FOR IN THE MOORE, OKLAHOMA AREA. MOORE'S FIRE CHIEF SAY HE'S 98-PERCENT SURE THERE ARE NO MORE VICTIMS OR SURVIVORS IN THE RUBBLE. AT LEAST 24 PEOPLE DIED WHEN THE F-5 TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN JUST SOUTH OF OKLAHOMA CITY. NINE OF THE VICTIMS WERE CHILDREN...MOST OF WHOM DIED AT PLAZA TOWERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. -PRESIDENT OBAMA SAYS THE GOVERNMENT WILL BE WITH OKLAHOMA TO HELP IN ANY WAY POSSIBLE. THE PRESIDENT SAID THE NATION WILL MOURN WITH THE STATE WHILE IT GRIEVES THE LOSS OF LIVES. AND HE SAID THERE WOULD BE FEDERAL AID TO SUPPLEMENT STATE AND LOCAL RECOVERY AND RELIEF EFFORTS. THE GOVERNMENT HAS MORE THAN 11-BILLION DOLLARS IN ITS DISASTER RELIEF FUND. BUT OKLAHOMA SENATOR TOM COBURN SAYS THAT IF MORE MONEY IS NEEDED, THEN THE GOVERNMENT SHOULD CUT SPENDING SOMEWHERE ELSE TO OFFSET THE MONEY NEEDED FOR OKLAHOMA. COBURN UPSET SOME OF HIS SENATORIAL COLLEAGUES WHEN HE VOTED AGAINST DISASTER FUNDING FOLLOWING SUPERSTORM SANDY BECAUSE IT DID NOT INCLUDE THE OFFSETS. -AND THE FULL SENATE WILL GET TO WEIGH IN ON A BILL TO OVERHAUL AMERICA'S IMMIGRATION SYSTEM. THE SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE VOTED 13 TO 5 TO SEND THE BILL TO THE SENATE FLOOR FOR DEBATE. THE MEASURE WOULD MANDATE TOUGHER BORDER SECURITY WHILE ALSO PROVIDING A PATH TO CITIZENSHIP FOR THE ESTIMATED 11 AND A HALF MILLION UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS ALREADY IN AMERICA.

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The Saint Regis Mohawks are going to pay New York State millions in back taxes. The Mohawks operate a state-sanctioned casino on the Awkesasne reservation. But the tribe has withheld 60-million dollars in payments to the state over the last three years -- in a dispute over the exclusive rights of the casino. Meanwhile, Governor Cuomo's plan for three new state-run casinos in the upstate region is threatening the Mohawks' exclusivity. But now the two sides have made a deal.

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Coming up on the Channel 3 News... A new provost for UVM... We take a look at the state of physical education in the state's schools... And a big birthday -- for a local newspaper.

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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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Do you know how much time your kids or grandkids spend in Phys. Ed? Where you live in Vermont can make a big difference in answering that question. This week on the Channel 3 News at 6:00 Education Reporter Keith McGilvery is taking a closer look at state standards and which communities are meeting them. He'll also explore how teachers are making the best of their time with students in the gym.

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((Brooks Duprey, 3rd Grade 35:47 "He motivates us to stay healthy and he motivate us to have fun.)) ((butted)) ((Lindsay Simpson, Vt. Education Agency, Physical Education Consultant 28:32 "Phys ed happens to be one of the only that kids are active in school and we know that there is an incredible connection between physical activity and cognitive function and behavioral function.)) Part two of our two-part special report called Get Moving -- airs tonight on the Channel 3 News at 6.

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A major milestone for a local newspaper. The Vermont Standard is celebrating 160 years. In a time when some papers are struggling to stay in print -- The Standard is thriving -- and has never missed an edition. Even tropical storm Irene couldn't stop the weekly. The company's headquarters were flooded -- but the paper arrived just one day late.

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((Camp: "it was one of the proudest moments of my life.")) ((Camp: "we were nominated for a Pulitzer for that particular addition. And we think that is pretty good for a little hometown weekly.")) The paper is changing with the times too -- focusing more on its website to deliver the news.

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It's time for this morning's 3 Minute Wrap. Getting you up to speed every morning -- in just 3 minutes.

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Neighbors in Sheffield have questions after news that there are 3 suspects in the death of Pat O'Hagan. Prosecutors say 3 men are in jail on unrelated charges - and two have implicated themselves in the death of the Sheffield grandmother 3 years ago. But prosecutors say they don't think they have enough evidence to charge them. That has many in O'Hagan's hometown -- frustrated.

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A fiery crash killed his passenger -- now a teen driver admits to driving drunk. 17-year-old James Companion told investigators he had five shots of alcohol -- before crashing into a telephone pole in Colchester a year ago. His passenger -- 25-year-old Tasha Maring -- died. Companion plead guilty as part of a plea deal. He'll serve between two to three years in prison.

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Thunder storms rolled through our region.... ... taking down trees and powerlines. Nearly 2-thousand homes lost electricity. Roads -- including part of Interstate 89 were closed for a time because of down trees. And the storm provided a light show -- captured on our Skywatch.

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Meanwhile -- Rain is making recovery efforts harder in Oklahoma. No additional survivors or bodies have been found since Monday night. The E-F-5 tornado killed 24 people and injured more than 300.

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Senator Patrick Leahy's Judiciary Committee has approved a far-reaching immigration bill. The landmark legislation gives a chance at citizenship -- to millions living in the country illegally. But to get it to pass -- Leahy had to NOT force a vote on his ammendment that would allow gay Americans to seek green cards for their spouses. He says that fight isn't over.

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Apple's C-E-O defended his company's tax strategy Tuesday -- during a grilling by lawmakers on Capitol Hill. A senate subcommittee accuses the i-Phone maker of using a web of offshore accounts to avoid paying billions in taxes. C-E-O Tim Cook says Apple did nothing wrong.

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In New York City -- Anthony Weiner announces he's running for mayor. The ex-congressman's re-entrance into politics comes two years after he resigned over raunchy tweets. Right now he's sitting on a 4-point-8 million dollar campaign war chest -- and polls show him ahead of all but one other Democrat.

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The Phoenix jury in the Jodi Arias trial is now deciding whether she should live or die. Arias begged jurors Tuesday for life in prison -- saying she "lacked perspective" when she told a local reporter she preferred execution.

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Usually the upcoming holiday weekend signals a summer slowdown for many businesses. but this year Detroit auto factories are forgoing their traditional two-week summer break -- and speeding up production to meet buyers' growing demand for new cars and trucks.

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

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we've all heard the saying " a picture is worth a thousand words" and one Vermont author is relying on some historic pictures to tell the story of Milton Joining me this morning -- Gary Furlong, author of the Images of America -- Milton book.

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