🌱 Colorectal Cancer Treatments + Warrant For Robbery Suspect

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First, today's weather:

Not as cold with snow showers. High: 31 Low: 5.

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Here are the top three stories in Burlington today:

1. Researchers with the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine search for better treatment plans for colorectal cancer. Approximately 52,580 people will die from this particular type of cancer this year, according to the American Cancer Society. In a new paper published by the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine, they outline an approved that focuses more on local therapies that hopefully have fewer side effects. (WCAX)
2. The Burlington Police Department is asking the community to help them locate a suspect who is related to a string of robberies in the Burlington area. The department has issued a warrant for Lance F. Mason, 51-years-old, in relation to several of the robberies. Mason is described as a 5'10 white male weighing roughly 165 pounds. Those with information have been directed to contact the department. (Burlington Patch)
3. Delays for travelers at the Burlington airport were caused by recent icy weather in the region. Travelers were met with uncertainty as airport staff worked to clear runways. Despite winter weather delays, the airport is seeing a dramatic increase in travelers after the pandemic started. (WCAX)

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Today in Burlington:

• Circuit Circus Festival At The Echo Leahy Center for Lake Champlain (10:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• UVM celebrates and recognizes their men's basketball team for winning the America East Regular Season Title. (Instagram)
• Burlington Humane Society features Hendrix as their featured pet of the day. Click to see if this shy and quiet cat would make a great addition to your family. (Instagram)

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— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.