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Tue 31-JAN-2012 Early A.M. News Script

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Good morning it's 5:00 -- I'm Keagan Harsha. And I'm Gary Sadowsky. weather intro

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A Danville teacher is facing serious charges -- after authorities say she had sex with a student. Molly Smith joins us now with the details. Good morning molly. Keagan Education officials say there are over 8000 teachers in Vermont -- and a case like this only arises about once a year -- but the consequenses are very serious.

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Abby Shocik's career as band teacher at the danville school was cut short after allegations arose about a sexual relationship with a student. ((LW/CCSA: the fact of the matter is the adult in this situation is presumed to know what is right and wrong legally. It is a very serious case.)) According to court papers the two began exchanging messages on facebook, and the 15-year-old male student told Shocik he was suicidal. Prosecutors say relationship then evolved. The 23-year-old band teacher started meeting the student at the school before class -- to engage in sex. Someone found inappropriate online messages the two exchanged-- and reported them to police. ((LW/CCSA: I do not know that there is necessarily facts in this case that support coersion or abuse here, but there certainly was alleged sexual misconduct.)) Shocik was arraigned in Caledonia Country District Court Monday -- and faces very serious charges -- because the student is underage. ((LW/CCSA: There are 5 allegations of sexual assault on a minor under the age of 16 and each one carries up to a maxiumum of 20 years in jail or a fine of 10thousand dollars, or both.)) Education Dept Officials say Shocik is still a licensed educator in Vermont, but they expect to take swift action to revoke or suspend her license. ((JR/VT ED: with any teacher who has had any formal action like this taken against their license that actually goes into a national database so these educators would have that flagged even if they went to another state.))

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Keagan the school's superintendent issued a statement saying this instance is not about the danville school, it's administration or it's students. It is about the bad actions of one person. Shocik has only worked at the school for about three months. Keagan... Molly Smith -- thank you.

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A former Barre man is headed to prison for making meth inside his home. A judge Monday sentenced Ricky Moorhead to 77 months in prison. The 35 year old got caught manufacturing the drug -- after a small fire broke out at his home on french street in June of 2010. He was already wanted by police in Kentucky for a parole violation.

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An unusual case - of a double suicide. Police in Keeseville found 54-year-old Anthony Kusalonis dead in the front yard of his home on Hollywood Avenue. And inside the home, they found the body of 49-year-old Teresa Fleury. Police say they found a gun next to each victim -- and an autopsy confirmed that both died from self-inflicted gunshot wounds.

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A passenger on a commuter bus that crashed on Interstate 89 is now suing the bus company. The accident happened in May of 2009 when a link express shuttle plowed into a line of cars that had slowed for a construction zone. Investigators concluded the driver had fallen asleep and never hit the brakes. Several people were injured -- and now one of them is suing the Chittenden County Transportation Authority. Ginger Cloud says she suffered permanent injuries and on-going medical expenses as a result of the crash. She is suing for damages.

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Did a Killington Selectboard member -- break the law -- and illegally sell booze? Investigators with the Department of Liquor Control --say it happened at the Butternut Inn -- which is owned by Selectboard member Jim Haff. They say there was a keg behind the counter at the inn -- and patrons were allowed access to it -- even though the inn does not have a liquor license.

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(( Mike Davidson/ VT Dept. Liquor Control: I asked if there was a bartender on duty and that's when the person said no, there's no bartender, help yourself to the keg. There's a tip jar right there to help pay for the beer.)) ((Haff: I own a business, I want to be successful, I want to follow every rule and if there is a mistake here I will learn from it and it will never happen agian.)) Haff says he did nothing wrong... the keg was for himself -- and when he left the inn -- no one was drinking from it. He'll be arraigned on misdemeanor charges in March.

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Haystack ski area is back open - but you'll have to pay up -- to check out the resort in Wilmington. Investors reopened the defunct mountain -- as a private club. Memberships cost from 20-thousand to a million dollars. And members get exclusive access to Haystack property -- including the ski area -- the Hermitage Inn -- and the Haystack Golf Club.

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TODAY: AM light snow, mixing with light sleet & freezing rain. 1-3" accumulation. High: 27/35 Wind: Light TONIGHT: Light mix early, then light rain. Low: 27/35 (rising into the 30s) Wind: S 10-15 mph WEDNESDAY: AM light rain, then scattered PM showers. High: 37/45 Low: 20/28 Wind: SW 10-15 mph THURSDAY: Partly sunny. High: 25/35 Low: 15/25 FRIDAY: Partly sunny. High: 20s Low: 10/20 SATURDAY: Partly sunny. High: 20s Low: 10/20 SUNDAY: Partly sunny. High: 25/35 Low: 15/25 MONDAY: Mostly cloudy. Chance for snow showers. High: 25/35

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As Florida voters head to the polls today to pick the Republican they want to challenge President Obama this year, the two top contenders are battling it out in the polls. Susan McGinnis reports.

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(natSOT: Romney) "AMERICA! AMERICAAAA! Mitt Romney broke into song as he made one final pitch to Florida voters. (SOT: Romney) "FROM SEA TO SHINING SEAAAAAA" The former Massachusetts Governor is hoping to crush his competition in today's high-stakes primary. With polls showing him holding a solid double digit lead over Newt Gingrich... he believes victory is his. (SOT: Mitt Romney/R-Candidate for President) "I KNOW THE SPEAKER IS NOT REAL HAPPY. SPEAKER GINGRICH. HE'S NOT FEELING VERY EXCITED THESE DAYS." (crowd: awwww) I KNOW, IT'S SAD." It was only a week ago that GINGRICH was ahead after an upset win in South Carolina. He'll continue criss-crossing Florida today... determined to make a comeback. (SOT: Newt Gingrich/R-Candidate for President) "WE HAVE A CHALLENGE TO MAKE SURE THAT EVERY CONSERVATIVE KNOWS THAT THE ONLY EFFECTIVE VOTE TO STOP ROMNEY IS A VOTE FOR ME. (STANDUP: Susan McGinnis/CBS News/Tampa, FL) GINGRICH INSISTS HE'S IN THIS RACE FOR THE LONG HAUL. HE CLAIMS HE'S CLOSING IN ON ROMNEY... AND IS ALREADY LOOKING AHEAD TO THE NEXT CONTESTS. (SOT: Newt Gingrich/R-Candidate for President) "WE ARE GOING TO GO ALL THE WAY TO THE CONVENTION AND WE'RE GONNA WIN IN TAMPA AND WE'RE GONNA BE THE NOMINEE WITH YOUR HELP OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY!!" On his campaign plane earlier... Romney did NOT appear threatened. (SOT: Mitt Romney/R-Candidate for President) "THAT'S USUALLY AN INDICATION THAT YOU THINK YOU'RE GOING TO LOSE. WHEN YOU SAY I'M GOING TO GO ON NO MATTER WHAT HAPPENS THAT'S NOT A GOOD SIGN." A Florida win could help put Romney on track to clinch the GOP nomination... polls show next month's contests tilting in his favor. Susan McGinnis, for CBS News, Tampa, Florida.

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New Hampshire governor Jon Lynch will deliver his last state of the state to lawmakers today. The democrat announced in september that he would not seek a 5th term. Lynch won an unprecedented 4th term in 2010, surviving a Republican take-over of New Hampshire's Executive Council-- House -- and Senate. Since then -- the GOP-controlled Legislature has passed a number of issues into law -- despite his objection -- including a bill to expand the legal use of deadly force.

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Law enforcement officials in New York are celebrating some success. Crime is on the decline. Officials say all types of crime dropped in 2011 -- including violent crimes. 750 homicides were committed in new york in 2011. That's down 10 percent from 2010 -- and is the fewest number of murders reported in more than 35 years. Authorities credit several factors -- including better crime analysis and an expanded database of offender DNA samples.

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A Fall River, Massachusetts dentist is headed to prison -- for some shady practices. Doctor Michael Clair admitted Monday that he put paper clips in patients mouths when performing root canals -- instead of using stainless steel posts. Clair will spend one year behind bars. His license has also been suspended. The mother of one of his victims is outraged -- saying the sentence isn't long enough. Brenda Almeida says her son's tooth turned black and had to be pulled after his root canal in 2005.

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((:50-59 "He should've got more time. If people knew what my kids went through, and the pain and suffering they went through. He should've got more time. You might as well just send him to the YMCA or something.")) Doctor clair also recently pleaded guilty to defrauding medicare -- and will have to pay back more than 130-thousand dollars.

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Congressman Peter Welch outlined his priorities for the coming year. He spoke to the Burlington Rotary Club yesterday afternoon. He says America is lagging behind on infrastructure investment -- that could create thousands of new jobs. In addition, Welch wants to help homeowners and businesses become more energy efficient. And he says an agreement on a debt reduction plan would help restore consumer confidence.

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(10:32) ((Rep. Peter Welch/D-Vermont: If folks see in fact that we are moving with a plan towards reducing our debt in a significant way, I think that would give some significant confidence to folks who make economic decisions.)) In addition, Welch says reforming the nation's tax code is one of the biggest challenges facing Congress. Right now he says the system is exploding with exemptions that give preferential treatment to some -- and distort economic decision making.

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15 years ago today a new chief justice was sworn in to the vermont supreme court ... Who is credited for authoring a landmark decision.

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surrounded by family members and friends at the state house Jeffrey Amestoy was sworn in as the chief justice for the Vermont Supreme Court. He was first elected to the Attorney Generals office in 1984 --and was re-elected 6 times -- but on this day in 1997 he was appointed to the top spot on the state supreme court. One of his most famous decisions was in the Baker Vs. State of Vermont -- a majority decision by the court -- allowing same sex couples the same benefits and protections offered to married couples. He resigned from the post after 7 years of service. Let's take a listen back to the ceremonies on this day.

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OUTCUE: SO HELP ME GOD.

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Does winter weather get you down? Some people experience a serious mood change during the winter months, when there is less natural sunlight. Its a type of depression -- called seasonal affective disorder. And it impacts more people than you might think. Judy Simpson takes a look.

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Winter is not Ann Zuccardy's favorite time of year. ((00:01:43:00 Ann Zuccardy: "there are the people who tell me that I should learn to embrace winter and the truth of the matter is I don't. I live in Vermont and I really don't embrace winter for me it is not a matter of embracing winter for me it is a matter of getting through it and coping the best I can." 00:02:01:01)) Ann has been diagnosed with Seasonal Affective Disorder.or SAD ((00:00:39:12 Ann Zuccardy: " I notice it typically starts with me around December, January I feel very lethargic anxious a little bit depressed just yearning for sunshine and being outdoors." 00:00:53:17)) SAD is a form of depression brought on by the lack of daylight in the winter months. A depression that lifts once spring weather arrives and daylight lasts longer. Symptoms can include losing interest in things, low energy, sleeping more,,eating more and low self esteem. And while Ann has suffered with SAD for more than a decade, she was just recently diagnosed by her doctor. ((0:04:25:10 "Yes! to know that it is a real issue a real disorder that i am not imagining it ,, yes" 00:04:33:14)) Following her doctor's advice -- Ann now sticks to strict sleep schedule, diet and exercise program and also takes vitamin D. ((JS SU 00:42:43:01 Judy Simpson: "A study is underway at UVM to check possible treatments for SAD. It tests the traditional light therapy and then something called cognitive behavioral therapy.")) ((00:27:23:08 Prof Kelly Rohan/ UVM Psychology Dept. "Light therapy involves sitting in front of a fixture that produces bright light similar to the light that would come at sunrise on a clear day very intensely bright light and you would sit in front of the fixture for at least 30 minutes every day upon waking. 00:27:38:11 Cognitive BT is a kind of talk therapy so it would involve working with a therapist to try to develop more helpful ways of thinking and behaving at times of depression in the winter specifically for SAD patients."" 00:27:52:19)) And there are alot of SAD patients in Vermont. ((00:26:08:15 Kelly again " in the US the further away from the equator you get the more cases of SAD you would find and BUrlington is about 45 degrees north latitude so there are not many states that go above that." 00:26:20:16)) 160 people have taken part in this three year study. Now the followup begins. Tracking these folks over consecutive winters to see which therapy is most successful. ((00:29:10:30 Prof Kelly Rohan/ UVM Psychology Dept. We hypothesize that people treated with CBT do better in the next winter and two winters out than people treated with light therapy because in that kind of therapy we teach skills to cope with the winters so those in theory will carry forward in the future after the treatment ends. "00:29:32:25)) Ann is not taking part in the study and is not getting talk therapy. But she agrees with professor Rohan - that if you think you suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder it is important not to ignore symptoms. ((00:04:00:04 Ann again "You are not crazy, there has been a lot of research done on the disorder it is a real disorder a real issue .")) And now another possible treatment for this seasonal disorder. JS Ch 3 news Burlington.

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Still to come as the news continues this morning..... A vermont high school teacher is accused of sexually assaulting a student. // Two school districts consider a complicated cross state merger.// Plus -- queen city residents get their first look at plans for a new and improved burlington.

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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 Northeast Kingdom band teacher is accused of having a sexual relationship with a student. 23 year old Abby Shocik was hired to teach band at the Danville School in September. But her stay there came to an abrupt end in December. Prosecutors say she and a 15 year old male student would meet at the school at 7 a.m. to have sex. Shocik pleaded not guilty to five county of sex assault on a minor. If convicted of the charges - each one carries up to 20 years in prison.

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Police say a teenage driver broke no laws -- when he crashed his car on icy roads Friday morning -- killing a Champlain Valley Union high school student. 16 year old Zeke Kassel was a passenger in the car. The seventeen year old driver and his 15 year old sister were not injured. Police tell the burlington free press the car was wedged between two others on Shelburne Falls Road -- and WAS traveling the speed limit. Both the driver and his sister were wearing seatbelts. Police still aren't sure if Kassel was buckled in.

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A federal judge has dismissed a class action lawsuit filed against green mountain coffee roasters. In 2010 -- The SEC launched an inquiry into the Waterbury company's accounting practices. The Louisiana Municipal Police Employees' Retirement System then filed suit against the Green Mountain Coffee -- claiming the company falsified statements to make it look like it was performing better than it was. U.S. District Judge William Sessions has dismissed the suit -- saying the louisiana investors didn't present any facts indicating a strong inference of fraud.

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Last night Burlington residents got their first look at what the city might look like -- a century from now. Kyle Midura explains.

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Dozens packed into city hall Monday night to get a glimpse of the future. These drawings show what Burlington could look like in 21-12. Planners say they rarely even get to look years ahead. (( 23:07 - :13 David White - BTV Planning and Zoning "it's been really exciting to actually be able to do that, we spend so much time and energy looking at the immediate")) (nat pop) Over the last week, hundreds of residents brought forward ideas for a Better Burlington (this idea may be crazy nat pop) Consultants incorporated those ideas and displayed a series of proposals... Big and small. ((21:51 - 55 - David White the consultants did an amazing job of capturing all of the various ideas)) In just a few years, residents could see greener streets, a duck pond and ice rink on the waterfront, and lots of benches too short for snoozing on Church St. Other ideas won't be possible for decades: - a dug-out parking garage near the waterfront accessible from Battery street - a colossal year-round farmer's market could cover the current parking lot - and the Town Center mall may be scrapped - divided by new grid streets much like the ones it replaced. ((27:17 - :26 Ross Nizlek - Burlington Resident "some of those we might have to tweak... But I think in general I was very impressed with 90% of what they put out")) ((29:17 - :27 Linda Tierney - Burlington Resident "as Burlingtonians, I think we've gotten used to some spaces that are not all that attractive, that I would like to see some of the ideas implemented that they presented." )) City staff say now they'll take theses illustrations and develop a master-plan to present to the city council this spring. ((24:28 - :33 these are all things that we've been talking about for a long time, but we're finally actually stitching them all together)) Even in a century, it's doubtful the Burlington canvas will ever be complete. KM, CH3, BTV

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At first - police thought he froze to death in downtown Burlington. But now authorities say a homeless man died from a lethal mix of drugs and alcohol. Last month -- 56-year-old Paul O'Toole was found dead -- in below-freezing conditions. An autopsy just revealed that O'Toole died from a mixture of alcohol and the anti-anxiety drug, Diazepam. He did not have a prescription.

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They're located in different states -- but two school districts in the connecticut river valley may merge into one. Members of the Essex North Supervisory Union in Canaan, Vermont have formed a steering committee with representatives of new hampshire's school administrative unit 7 in colebrook. The committee is examining five merger proposals. Each calls for a two-campus high school -- with academic and arts programs in colebrook and a vocational school in canaan. The proposals differ on what to do with the town's elementary schools. Enrollment in both districts has declined more than 20 percent over the last decade.

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A malfunctioning water fountain -- washed high school basketball teams off the court in Burlington. School staff say they don't know how the fountain broke over the weekend, but it caused several thousand dollars-worth of damages to a corner of the gym and the girls' locker room. The school cancelled last night's game, and Rice will host -- rather than visit for today's game. Thursday's contest is up in the air.

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((3:47 - :54 - Nick Molander - Asst. Principal we want to get them back as soon as possible, we use this gym for all of our P.E. Classes, the estimate right now is hopefully by the end of the week.)) The court-floor is one of the oldest in the state. Administrators says if the affected portion needs to be replaced it could be quite expensive. Maintenance staff are checking with other schools across the state to see if they have any leftover material that might fit.

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A facelift for Burlington's bike path -- comes with a big pricetag. Flooding last spring caused serious damage to the path -- just as the city was looking at how to improve it. Early estimates show repairs and changes will likely cost between 12 and nearly 17 million dollars. A finalized plan is expected to be ready for city council-consideration -- in late February. The city could get federal grants to offset some of the cost.

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A coalition of Vermont sheriffs -- is speaking out about how the lack of a permanent state mental health treatment plan in -- is impacting them. Windham County Sheriff Keith Clark wrote to Mental Health commissioner Patrick Flood -- saying deputies are stretched thin -- transporting mental health patients - and providing security at hospitals where they are being treated - or held - since the state hospital in Waterbury closed. Clark says it is not a good use of law enforcement resources - or beneficial to patients - to have deputies guarding them - in some cases - around the clock.

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Mental health patients -- at the state hospital in Waterbury -- were suddenly forced to move -- after Tropical Storm Irene. Some went to Fletcher Allen in Burlington. And now nurses there say -- they're dealing with escalating attacks. Keith McGilvery has more.

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Inside the psychiatric unit at Fletcher Allen nurses are scared for their safety. ((Diane Gallagher, Nurse 011524 "I have never seen anything as scary, as chaotic, as unsafe never, not even close as Shepardson 6 is now.)) When state hospital patients were moved out of the state hospital in Waterbury following Irene, 7 landed at Fletcher Allen. Others who would have traditionally gone to Waterbury --have since found spots in Fletcher Allen's 28- psych beds as well. ((01712 Christina Sclafani, Nurse "I was assaulted badly in October by a violent patient that would have normally been at the state hospital.")) Diane Gallagher has worked as a psych nurse for more than 30 years. She says for decades "code 8" emergency calls on her floor were rare- now they're routine. ((011227Diane Gallagher, Nurse Over the years we have certainly had patients that were accutely psychotic and considered dangerous to themselves or others that we have been able to sort of manage because there had been maybe one or two at a time, seven, eight that is a completely different dynamic.)) Assaults on Fletcher Allen staff have increased since the storm. Before Irene they were happening about twice a month. Since the storm that number is averaging in the teens. ((Dr. Robert Pierattini, Fletcher Allen Chair of Psychiatry 00:48:21"If a situation progresses to the point where we have to act to ensure everybody's safety, we have the option to use seclusion which is to have somebody go into a space alone, we can sometimes restrain people.)) Dr. Pierattini is the head of psychiatry at Fletcher Allen--he's acknowledging the challenges the new patients bring but says he'll have to continue to take them in. ((Dr. Robert Pierattini, Fletcher Allen Chair of Psychiatry 005038We'll have to do it, we have an emergency in the state and we need to take care of people.)) gallagher says waiting that long is unsafe--and that the state needs to move quickly-- to find better alternatives. ((011408 Diane Gallagher, Nurse "We need a different place, we need a different setting to be treat the population who is dangerous." A population whose future is uncertain as lawmakers jockey over what to do next. Fletcher Allen's head of psychiatry says a new state hospital with 25 beds could do a good job meeting the state's needs. KM Ch3 News BTV

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the state hospital was not certified by the federal government, but having these patients in the hospitals across the state while they figure out the next move gives the state access to those federal funds, because these locations are approved by the feds - but issues are still being hammered out. folks say they feel for both sides of this issue. -- and that maybe it isn't such a good fit. Autumn Bucchieri This is a statewide issue. Rutland Hospital also has patients from the state hospital. I was there visiting a friend and saw firsthand a violent outburst. It is sad and I hope resources become available for not only the nurses but the patients as well. Peter Mills-Brown If the staff are scared what is the quality of care going to be like? problems wouldn't exist if the state went back to the original plan. Sarah Haven Hmmm..... Maybe the governor should re-think the plans for Waterbury! Krystal Marshall more of a reason to put the patients back where their homes are. They are just as scared and confused as everyone else.

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Super Bowl week hits full volume today as it's Media Day in Indianapolis. We'll hear from the Patriots and Giants tonight at six. Right now, Mike has your sportswrap.

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MMU...11-1 and coming off it's first loss at Rice Thursday night, looking to bounce back against 6-6 Essex... --- First quarter, Essex with some nice passing, Dee Barnes hits Thomas Carton underneath for 2. --- But the Cougars were on a mission tonight, TJ Wesson with the steal, he swoops in for 2. Mount Mansfield's lead starting to grow. --- The Hornets still playing some solid D, Carton with the block. --- But check out the block here on the other end, Hayden Pochop with the rejection, then watch him make the save. Nick Bergeron gets it and here they go. Sean Springer knocks down the jumper and MMU goes on to the 70-39 win. ---------------------- - girls hoops... Colchester and South Burlington going down to the wire... --- Late fourth quarter, The rebels Allie Flaherty takes it to the basket for 2. South Burlington up 2. --- Back comes Colchester, Jackie Nagle inside for 2. We're tied at 47 with 20 seconds to go. --- on South Burlington's next possesion, Brittany Moody's shot for the lead is no good, but she's fouled with 10 seconds left. --- Moody makes one of two free throws putting the Rebels on top for good. South Burlington takes it 50-47 the final. ---------------------- -------------- The UVM men's basketlball team will face Niagara as part of the ESPN BracketBuster series. That game will take place at Patrick Gym on either February 18th or 19th. The Purple Eagles, out of the MAAC that also features the likes of Iona, Siena and Marist, is just 9-14 this season. Niagara is 15-2 all time against Vermont, but this will be the first meeting between the schools since the 1988-89 season.

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Hundreds of jobs are coming to our region. A new federal prison is hiring. And it's helping to breathe new life into an area that's been losing jobs for years. Adam Sullivan has more.

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Chris Dubey buys a slice of pizza at a Main Street hangout. The 34-year-old has spent most of his life in Berlin. ((Chris Dubey/Berlin, N.H.: "we have taken a hit recently with regards to the economy and we have gone through some tough times, but things are looking up.")) (photos) One reason for that is the new federal prison. Our cameras are not allowed on the property, but here's a glimpse of what it looks like. It will eventually be staffed with more than 300 employees. ((Les Glover/NH Works: "you know our goal is to get as many people working as we can.")) The local unemployment office is now trying to find those workers. And is getting help from White Mountains Community College. Information sessions about the job opportunities are ongoing. ((Glover: "we are working with the college to promote the jobs at the prison. They are looking to hire about 250, 260 from the local area.")) ((Sullivan: "but it's not just the potential at the federal prison that is bringing positivity to this community. This former paper mill is being turned into a bio-mass plant. Just another example of Berlin trying to reinvent itself.")) ((Dubey: "berlin I think it redefining itself. With the opening of the federal prison, which took a very long time to happen and the biomass plant coming back. It seems as though a lot of our resources are being put to good use.")) Another sign of life-- smoke rising from the stacks at the Paper Mill in nearby Gorham. New owners have a NEW focus on tissue. Officials say more jobs could be coming there as well. It's a region that's been bleeding jobs ever since several pulp and paper companies shut down shop. ((Paul Grenier/Mayor: "the economy in this particular part of the state has been on life support for 4 or 5 years since the mills closed.")) Berlin's Mayor-- Paul Grenier-- also sells cars. He says more jobs means more opportunity for both his business, and others throughout the region. ((Grenier: "Berlin is on the upswing. We have a lot of good things happening. And I'm very very very excited about Berlin's future. It hasn't been this bright in a long long time.")) A community dubbed-- "The City that trees built" -- is now transitioning into the 21st century. Adam Sullivan, channel 3 news in Berlin New Hampshire.

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The federal government considers LOCAL -- anything within driving distance for those prison jobs. So, the next information session will actually be held in South Burlington on February 9th. The prison is scheduled to open this summer.

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Good morning it's 6:00 -- I'm Keagan Harsha. And I'm Gary Sadowsky. weather intro

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Since Irene -- mental patients from the Waterbury Hospital have been forced to various locations throughout the state including Fletcher Allen. And now nurses there say -- they're dealing with escalating attacks. Before Irene assaults at were happening about twice a month. Since the storm that number is averaging in the teens -- and nurses say they don't feel safe. The hospital recognizes the increased challenges -- but says it'll have to manage until the state decides on a long term solution.

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Last night Burlington residents got their first look at what the city might look like -- a century from now. Kyle Midura explains.

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Coffee powerhouse Starbucks continues to expand its global reach... Into one of the world's most populous nations. Alexis Christoforous has more in our moneywatch.

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(ON CAM) CARNIVAL SAYS IT WILL REPORT A LOSS THIS YEAR BECAUSE OF THE COSTA CONCORDIA CRUISE SHIP'S FATAL ACCIDENT OFF THE COAST OF ITALY EARLIER THIS MONTH. (VO) (RTV VIDEO) CARNIVAL IS NOW FORECASTING A LOSS OF NEARLY 4-HUNDRED MILLION DOLLARS FOR THE YEAR AND SAYS PEOPLE ARE BOOKING LESS CRUISES WITH THE COMPANY SINCE THE ACCIDENT. CARNIVAL IS STILL TRYING TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE COSTA CONCORDIA CAN BE REPAIRED AND USED AGAIN. (ON CAM) ON WALL STREET, STOCKS WERE MODESTLY LOWER AS INVESTORS HOPE THAT EUROPEAN UNION LEADERS, GATHERED IN BRUSSELS FOR THEIR FIRST SUMMIT OF THE YEAR, WILL ANNOUNCE HOW THEY PLAN TO TACKLE EUROPE'S DEBT CRISIS. (GRAPHIC) THE DOW NEARLY REVERSED A TRIPLE DIGIT LOSS TO FINISH JUST 7 POINTS LOWER. THE NASDAQ DIPPED 4 POINTS, BUT IS UP 7 PERCENT FOR THIS MONTH -- IT'S BEST JANUARY IN MORE THAN A DECADE. (ON CAM) LATER TODAY, EXPECT REPORTS ON HOME PRICES AND CONSUMER CONFIDENCE. (ON CAM) STARBUCKS IS GOING TO INDIA. (VO) THE COFFEE SHOP CHAIN WILL OPEN 50 STORES IN INDIA THIS YEAR IN A JOINT VENTURE WITH TATA BEVERAGES. INDIA IS KNOWN AS A NATION OF TEA DRINKERS, BUT THE COUNTRY HAS RECENTLY EMBRACED THE COFFEE HOUSE CULTURE. STARBUCKS HOPES TO OPEN ITS FIRST STORE IN MUMBAI OR NEW DELHI THIS SEPTEMBER. (ANIMATION) THAT'S YOUR MW, FOR MORE, GO TO CBSMW.COM. (ON CAM) IN NY, I'M ALEXIS CHRISTOFOROUS.

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The economy in Berlin New Hampshire is showing signs of life. The long awaited federal prison is accepting applications for nearly 300 jobs. City officials say it's a huge boost for the area -- which has struggled in recent years.

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((Paul Grenier/Mayor: "the economy in this particular part of the state has been on life support for 4 or 5 years since the mills closed.")) ((Grenier: "Berlin is on the upswing. We have a lot of good things happening. And I'm very very very excited about Berlin's future. It hasn't been this bright in a long long time.")) And that's not the only new employer creating jobs -- the old fraser paper mill is being turned into a biomass plant.

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Law enforcement officials in New York are celebrating some success. Crime is on the decline. Officials say all types of crime dropped in 2011 -- including violent crimes. 750 homicides were committed in new york in 2011. That's the fewest number of murders reported in more than 35 years. Authorities credit several factors -- including better crime analysis and an expanded DNA Database for offenders.

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15 years ago today a new chief justice was sworn in to the vermont supreme court ... Who is credited for authoring a landmark decision.

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OUTCUE: SO HELP ME GOD.

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Welcome back. This may be the last day of January -- but a lot of folks are already looking ahead to summer. And believe it or not -- you should be -- at least if you want to send your kid to summer camp. But how do you know if your child is ready? Joining me this morning with some advice is Kate Laddison with Kids Vermont - a monthly magazine published by Seven days. Good morning. Q. Well how do you know if your kid is ready for camp? A. Do they want to go? Are they expressing interest, or is this something that mom or dad wants to push? A. Can they overnight away from home? Have they done sleepovers with friends, family, school trips, church groups? They should definitely practice this before they go to camp. You don't want to sign them up for a three week session unless you're reasonably certain they'll enjoy it. That's the point, right? Do they have some basic self-help skills? They'll need to keep track of their stuff, and decide things like what kind of activity they want to do. You can help them practice at home. Lucy Norvell from the American Camp Association of New England suggests that kids practice putting clothes in drawers, separating dirty laundry from clean, hanging up wet towels. You can also give them choices -- do you want to shower before dinner or after? This can be really empowering for them.But remember that camps are set up to help teach kids these skills. Keagan.... Summer camps are not cheap .... How much can parents expect to pay? And how do you choose a camp? ((roll camp video here))

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Still to come as the news continues this morning..... A vermont high school teacher is accused of sexually assaulting a student. // new hampshire governor john lynch gets set to deliver his final state of the state address..// Plus --a judge dismissed a lawsuit against green mountain coffee roasters.//

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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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Florida voters will take to the polls today to decide which Republican they want to represent them in the race for the White House. Betty Nguyen has more in our worldwatch.

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(takevo) It's primary day for Florida's Republican voters. Most polls show Mitt Romney with a solid double digit lead over Newt Gingrich. But at a rally in Jacksonville Monday, Gingrich claimed he was closing that gap. Florida offers the first big jackpot of the primary season with the winner taking all 50 of the state's delegates. (wipevo) Small businesses could soon be getting a boost. Today, President Obama will call on Congress to pass legislation that would offer new tax breaks for small companies and make it easier for start-ups to raise money. One proposal would include a new 10 percent tax credit for small businesses that add jobs or increase wages in 20-12. (wipevo) (RTV VIDEO) And Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will push the U-N Security Council today to pass a resolution condemning Syria's dictator. For ten months, Bashir Assad's forces have violently cracked down on anti-government protesters. The U-N says more than five thousand people have been killed. Those are some of today's top stories. I'm Betty Nguyen - CBS News - New York.

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((01712 Christina Sclafani, Nurse "I was assaulted badly in October by a violent patient that would have normally been at the state hospital.")) ((Diane Gallagher, Nurse 011524 "I have never seen anything as scary, as chaotic, as unsafe never, not even close as Shepardson 6 is now.)) The hospital recognizes the increased challenges -- but says it'll have to manage until the state decides on a long term solution.

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Super Bowl week hits full volume today as it's Media Day in Indianapolis. We'll hear from the Patriots and Giants tonight at six. Right now, Mike has your sportswrap.

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Capturing Vermont's beauty through a camera lens can be challenging. But that challenge is what excites one couple. Gina Bullard shows us their extreme Made in Vermont product.

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It might not seem like it -- but Emily Johnson and Brian Mohr are on their way to work. ((nats getting on lift)) Today -- their office is at the Mad River Glen ski area. ((nat something)) The married photographer duo ... (3:24:26) ((Emily Johnson/Ember Photography "it was love at first site for sure)) ... captures natures beauty through their lenses-- and on their skis. (3:39:26) ((Brian Mohr/Ember Photography "we love to explore and much of our work stems from our explorations around Vermont and the northeast and to some extent around the globe")) Their business -- Ember Photography started 12 years ago. (3:09:05) ((Emily Johnson/Ember Photography "ember is emily and brian our names combined")) They sell original photos, prints and cards. These snap shots even end up in magazines, ski area websites and national campaigns for companies like Patagonia and Mammut. ((nat pics)) We quickly found out -- pictures like this -- do not come easy. Challenging terrain and the weather -- constantly pose new daring adventures. Emily has dealt with frost bite already a few times this year -- but nothing seems to stop this power couple. (5:01:07) ((Brian Mohr/Ember Photography "its incredibly rewarding we love to ski. ej-its what we love to do")) ((nat tree pics)) Climbing -- tucking into trees -- and skiing down some serious terrain -- often using each other as models. ((nat brian telling her where to go?)) And it's not just photos -- they even take videos WHILE they ski. No poles -- no problem. (38:38:29) ((Emily Johnson/Ember Photography "a lot of our ski days - people think we're crazy we'll get to the car right as we need to turn on our head lamps because we leave the top of the mountain right at sunset")) When it comes to who's a better photographer -- they say they compliment each other. Emily's good with details -- Brian shines while capturing quick movement. ((Emily Johnson/Ember Photography "gb-any fights? BM_from time to time. EJ- of course but we get along surprisingly well. ")) The tougher the terrain -- the edgier the picture. ((nat pic taking)) Exploration might be their middle name. And they admit they push it. (39:09:01) ((Brian Mohr/Ember Photography "its easy to interpret what we do as extreme or dangerous or crazy but we feel that we're extremely safe. ej-its good to have the woman's intuition in there too because i put on the red light before he does")) A couple capturing adventurous Made in Vermont moments in the great outdoors. Gina Bullard Channel 3 News Mad River Glen.

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Emily and Brian also take pictures OFF their skis -- doing seasonal and wedding photos. For more information and where to buy their prints you can visit the infocenter at WCAX.com.

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Since Irene -- mental patients from the Waterbury Hospital have been forced to various locations throughout the state including Fletcher Allen. And now nurses there say -- they're dealing with escalating attacks. Before Irene assaults at were happening about twice a month. Since the storm that number is averaging in the teens -- and nurses say they don't feel safe. The hospital says it'll have to manage until the state decides on a long term solution.

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Planners in Burlington -- are creating a picture of what the Queen City will look like -- in 21-12. For a week - Planning and zoning officials took comments from the public about what they like - and don't like in the city. Monday night -- consultants presented a series of proposals. Ideas range from a skating pond on the waterfront -- to bigger -- longer-term projects -- like a year-round farmers market topping an underground parking garage -- to scrapping the Town Center mall -- and dividing it with new grid streets - much like the ones the mall replaced.

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((27:17 - :26 Ross Nizlek - Burlington Resident "some of those we might have to tweak... But I think in general I was very impressed with 90% of what they put out")) ((29:17 - :27 Linda Tierney - Burlington Resident "as Burlingtonians, I think we've gotten used to some spaces that are not all that attractive, that I would like to see some of the ideas implemented that they presented." )) City staff say they will take the illustrations -- and develop a master-plan to present to the city council this spring.

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Most of the region saw a bit of snow last night -- and that's perfect timing for skiers. Mad River Glen is turning back the clocks today -- and is offering lift tickets at its 1949 price. Skiers can hit the slopes for just three dollars and fifty cents. The ski area is celebrating its 64th anniversary. Mad River received an inch of snow last night -- and four inches of snow during the day yesterday.

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