Bennington
Coverage of Bennington in the Nexus archive.
- World War II soldier’s remains returned home to Bennington
The remains of World War II soldier Bernard Sweet were returned to Bennington after being identified through DNA last year. A procession with police and veterans escorted his casket to a graveside memorial on Aug. 8.
- Vermont’s tax burden is driving families away
Vermont's high property and income taxes are driving families away, with the state experiencing a 0.29% annual population decline. Residents compare their tax burdens unfavorably to states like Florida, North Carolina, and Tennessee, which offer lower taxes and more financial relief.
- Bennington man accused of attempted murder after crash
A Bennington man involved in a multi-car crash is accused of attempted murder and will be arrested upon hospital release. Griford Saupin, 49, faces multiple charges including attempted murder.
- Driver crashes into 3 cars after being shot in Bennington
A driver was shot and crashed into three cars in Bennington, sending three people to the hospital, according to police.
- WWII POW from Bennington set to return home, 80 years after his death
A World War II veteran from Bennington, Bernard Sweet, is returning home 80 years after his death. His niece, Shirley McLenithan, shared the family's emotional reaction to the long-awaited repatriation.
- Plastic in our water isn’t going away
Plastics are pervasive in the environment, persisting for up to 1,000 years and being consumed by all living organisms. Examples include contamination from a former Teflon plant in Bennington and the Georgia carpet industry, with concerns about detergent pods and recycling processes releasing microplastics into water sources.
- Bennington man pleads guilty to having child sex abuse materials
A 35-year-old man from Bennington pleaded guilty to charges related to possessing child sexual abuse materials. The attorney general's office announced he faces felony charges and potential prison time.