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🌱 Swanton fire case shows why UVM’s new mesothelioma drug matters

Swanton, Vermont Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hello Swanton! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Swanton fire case shows why UVM’s new mesothelioma drug matters

Also on today's calendar: 16th Annual Swanton Car Show and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that can’t be seen at the beginning or end of either month? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A stray afternoon t-shower, with a high of 86 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: An afternoon thunderstorm, temps: high: 81, low: 56.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 78 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• UVM finds new drug to fight lung cancer could be a game changer (wcax.com) — A recent asbestos-laden building fire in Swanton is highlighted as the kind of incident that can trigger mesothelioma, underscoring long-term health risks for exposed residents and first responders. UVM researchers now report a promising new drug that targets the cancer’s energy system, controlling disease in many trial patients and potentially extending lives, though it’s still several years from general availability.
   

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  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Experienced Shift Manager in Swanton. Apply here.
  • Turner & Townsend posted a job opening for On-Site Construction Project Manager - Government Projects in Alburgh. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Swanton here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The letter “R.” (Thank you Manuela A. for sending it in!)
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