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Vt. Yankee: Radioactive Tritium That Reached Connecticut River Poses No Public Threat Wednesday, 12/21/11 5:04pm - John Dillon, VPR News

Vermont Yankee has confirmed that radioactive tritium has reached the Connecticut River from its site in Vernon. The material was first discovered leaking into groundwater two years ago, and the nuclear power plant says that the levels are well below those set for drinking water.

After Irene: Fish And Habitat Need Time To Recover Thursday, 09/22/11 Noon and 7pm - Jane Lindholm, Vermont Edition

Irene's floodwaters took a toll on Vermont's fish populations, and wildlife officials are assessing mortality rates and the changes to habitat.

Casting A Look At The Conn. River Wednesday, 08/24/11 Noon and 7pm - Jane Lindholm, Vermont Edition

Broadcasting from the banks of the Connecticut River at the Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich, Vermont, we look at the river's history, health, geology, energy generation and recreational opportunities.

Seven Firms Vie To Appraise Dams Tuesday, 12/15/09 6:06am - VPR News

Seven firms are competing to appraise the value of eight hydroelectric dams on the Connecticut and Deerfield rivers in Vermont and New Hampshire.

Contest aims to draw people closer to a river Thursday, 10/08/09 8:38am - VPR News

A group of river enthusiasts is trying to draw people closer to a river in an unusual way. As part of a collaboration with Northeast public radio stations, WFCR's Jill Kaufman reports on a Connecticut River song-writing contest.

Volunteers from Vt, NH sought for river cleanup Tuesday, 08/04/09 6:34am - VPR News

Volunteers in Vermont and New Hampshire are being sought to help clean up the Connecticut River.