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CCTA and GMTA Announce Big Changes (VIA GMTA and CCTA Websites)
CCTA and GMTA Announce Big Changes (VIA GMTA and CCTA Websites) avatar

CCTA/GMTA Announces Big Changes Posted January 22, 2016 Burlington, VT | January 21, 2016: In the coming months, the Chittenden County Transportation Authority (CCTA) and the Green Mountain Transit Agency (GMTA) will rebrand to become Green Mountain Transit (GMT). In July 2011, GMTA and CCTA became one legal entity, which formalized the operating relationship between the two agencies that had existed since 2003. The rebrand marks an exciting time and…

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We’re Ready (XBOX One and PS4 Crossplay)
We’re Ready (XBOX One and PS4 Crossplay) avatar

An Xbox boss has come out to say again that Microsoft has the technological pieces in place to support Xbox One–PlayStation 4 cross-play and now all that’s left to do is sort out the politics of the mater. ID@Xbox Europe boss Agostino Simonetta told Eurogamer that, as we’ve heard before, Psyonix’s Rocket League may be the first game to support Xbox One-PS4 cross-play. But as for when it will happen……

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Honoring Bernier: Superhero Day (VIA Times Argus) (4/8/21016)
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BARRE — In honor of 7-year-old Drew Bernier, community members will wear their best superhero costume today. The day is being called Superhero Day, as Bernier was a big fan of superheroes. He died last week after a battle with a leukemia. Donations are welcome, and Drewstrong T-shirts will be available for sale at Granite City Graphics, 279-2883. The community is also invited to join in the celebration of Bernier’s…

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BBUS and Barre is DREW STRONG: In Memorium: Drew I. Bernier: Barre’s “Superhero”
BBUS and Barre is DREW STRONG: In Memorium: Drew I. Bernier: Barre’s “Superhero” avatar

Bernier Family GoFundMe Page   I wanted to take a moment to comment on Drew Bernier, who was diagnosed with MDS, and recently passed away at Boston Children’s Hospital.  I have been following the posts on Facebook, and have been saddened by his death, but he IS the definition of a “Superhero”   Drew liked Superman and Batman:  He was followed all over the world, due to the impact of…

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House Votes to raise Vermont’s smoking age (VIA WCAX)
House Votes to raise Vermont’s smoking age (VIA WCAX) avatar

Posted: Apr 05, 2016 5:22 PM EST Updated: Apr 05, 2016 6:20 PM EST By Kyle Midura MONTPELIER, Vt. – About 20 percent of Vermonters smoke cigarettes. But those younger than 21 could be slowly cut off from the addictive substance. “Our hope is that this will help move Vermont to a culture with healthier youth, less government spending and a brighter future for our children and theirs,” said Rep….

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Young Vermont Superhero Loses Battle with Rare Blood Disorder (VIA WCAX TV)
Young Vermont Superhero Loses Battle with Rare Blood Disorder (VIA WCAX TV) avatar

BARRE, Vt. – A little boy who stole the hearts of Vermonters with his fight against a rare blood disorder has died. We first met Drew Bernier two years ago when he was 6 and in need of a bone marrow transplant. The Barre community rallied to help pay his medical expenses. And last spring, classmates held a rally at school dressed up like superheroes in honor of Drew, who they…

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