SVHC Weekly Health Update: June 16

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June 16, 2023

Tips for Keeping Kids Safe In & Around The Water

What better way to cool off during the long, hot days of summer than a refreshing dip in cool water? Even with the promise of fun that swimming in pools, streams, and lakes provide, it is not without risks. Learn how to prevent accidental drowning with clear communication by setting these ground rules.

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Making The World a Better Place for People with Autism

Children’s Integrated Services (CIS) Early Intervention of Bennington County launches new swim program and offers a reminder of resources and services ahead of Autistic Pride Day.
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Fatal ODs Rise in VT

‘Tranq’ is making America’s deadliest drug even deadlier. Read More

Produce Storage Tips

How to safely save and savor the flavors of summer.

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Signs of Male Depression

6 million men in America are affected by depression every year. Read More

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Coggins Auto Group Celebrates Five Years

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
BENNINGTON, Vt. — The family-owned Coggins Auto Group is celebrating five years of operations: Coggins Toyota of Bennington and Coggins Honda of Bennington, and Coggins of the Berkshires in nearby Massachusetts.
 
Mike Coggins purchased three dealerships — Honda, Toyota and Ford — in 2020 with a goal to restore trust and a "true sense of community-minded dealership culture." 
 
"My primary focus from day one was bringing back that connection to the region," Coggins had said back in 2021. "This area values real relationships. They want to know the people they're doing business with. We set out to rebuild that trust."
 
The Ford dealership was sold off in 2023 and Coggins of the Berkshires, with sales and services for used cars, opened the same year in Pittsfield, Mass. 
 
According to Coggins Auto Group, the dealerships had social media ratings of two stars when they were purchased; now all Coggins locations are garnering more than four stars in customer satisfaction reviews. 
 
"We sell cars, and we fix cars, and our goal is just to make our customers happy, and keep our employees happy, and that's what's made this really work these last few years," said General Manager Scott O'Connell.
 
Coggins Auto Group is also involved in events that benefit the community, including its popular annual charity golf tournament that funds local charities and organizations such as the Bennington Little League.
 
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