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NEK Moms Photos of the Week: St. Johnsbury Relay for Life – June 16, 2012
A beautiful day to kick of the 2012 St. Johnsbury Relay for Life. Quite an amazing sight at the St. Johnsbury Academy Track this weekend. There’s still time to check it out…the night is young. Incredible to think (and to so obviously see) how much time, thoughtfulness, love and dedication went into making this American Cancer Society event a success by the teams. What a community! * * * * * * Like us on Facebook. Circle us at Google+. Follow us on Twitter @NEKMoms.
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Vermont Kids Kick Into Action on Kick Butts Day 2012
Today, March 21, 2012, is the 17th Annual Kick Butts Day, which is organized by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids & sponsored by the United Health Foundation. More than 1,100 events are planned across the Country, including five right here in the “Healthiest State” of Vermont, to encourage kids to stay tobacco-free and to help communities steer clear from tobacco dangers. According to a fresh report by the U.S. Surgeon General, tobacco use among youth is a “pediatric epidemic.” Kick Butts Day is a day to bring attention to this major health issue facing today’s youth. Here are some of the findings in that report: While the high school smoking rate…
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Children’s Items Needed for the St. Johnsbury Coat Drive at Salvation Army
If this week’s weather has you digging winter gear out of the closets, keep in mind that the 9th Annual Paul Sweeney Memorial Coat drive takes place this Saturday, October 29th (9am-1pm) at the Salvation Army on Railroad Street in Saint Johnsbury. Children’s items are in need!! So, if you happen to stumble upon outgrown or no-longer loved winter coats, boots, snow pants, mittens or scarves, why not drop them off by tomorrow, October 28th at Central VT Public Service, 603 Main Street, St. Johnsbury. For info call: 748-0803 x 180. What a great way to help local families! *Update 10/28/2011 – Coats are being accepted TODAY, 10/28 at the…
