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Accuracy of Alcohol Breath-Testing Equipment in Massachusetts Called Into Question

Matthew McDonald

A company has found problems with the accuracy of some of its breath-testing devices in use in Massachusetts. A court hearing to determine admissibility of such tests is taking place at a court in Concord.

Around New England

Citizens’ Petition Could Challenge Vermont School Board’s Decision To Drop ‘Rebels’ As High School’s Nickname

Matthew McDonald

South Burlington High School's sports teams are known as the Rebels, but the school board for the town has voted to drop the nickname starting in August because of its association with the Confederacy in the Civil War. A citizens' petition could put the decision to a town wide vote.

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