Local news briefs: Vermont food box program extended Published: 12/22/2020 9:27:21 PM Modified: 12/22/2020 9:27:19 PM Vermont food box program extended; local company returns A food distribution program aimed at helping farmers and people in need during the coronavirus pandemic has been extended through February. The Vermont Foodbank told WCAX-TV it was able to extend the Farmers to Families Food Box program thanks to generous community support. When the program started, the USDA awarded the contract to the Enosburg Falls-based Abbey Group, but the last two rounds went to out-of-state companies. The Abbey Group will return to supply the food from area farmers. New fish health laboratory in Randolph dedicated to biologist