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Vermont 45th by total area, and 43rd by land area at 9,250 square miles, and has a population of 608,827, making it the second least populous state (second to only Wyoming). The only New England state with no coastline along the Atlantic Ocean, Vermont is notable for the Green Mountains in the west and Lake Champlain in the northwest. It is bordered by Massachusetts to the south, New Hampshire to the east, New York to the west, and the Canadian province of Quebec to the north. The state is famous for its scenery and dairy products. It is the leading producer of maple syrup in the United States. The state capital is Montpelier, and the largest city is Burlington.

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Local News for Burlington Vermont from Burlingtonfreepress.com

In my backyard? Composters vote yes

Aug 7, 2008 6:11 pm

Residents want to bring Chittenden County into vanguard of environmental stewardship | Tips: Composting 101 | On the Web: Chittenden Solid Waste District

CCTA to discuss changes to sercvice and fare tonight

Aug 7, 2008 5:52 pm

Increase of fare to Middlebury, elimination of low-performing runs on the agenda

Prosecutor recalls clash with cop at center of lawsuit

Aug 7, 2008 4:32 pm

Chittenden County's state's attorney testified Wednesday he raised concerns with South Burlington authorities about the actions of a police officer now at the center of a federal lawsuit about his con...

Census: Vermont is older, a little more diverse

Aug 7, 2008 3:12 pm

New U.S. Census estimates show Vermont is getting older. State observers and advocates said the data is unsurprising, but points to a need to plan for an aging population

Shamy: Another Vermont tradition biting the dust

Aug 7, 2008 11:39 am

Farm silos being replaced by uglier, cheaper alternatives

Symington proposes increase in wind power

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

Candidate's proposal would boost state's use of wind energy to 20 percent

Milton junkyard misses cleanup deadline

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

The recently formed Milton Citizens Looking for Environmental Action Now, or Milton CLEAN, has one goal -- to see that Gil Rhoades' operation complies with court-ordered cleanups.

Southern Vermont News from RutlandHerald.com

State says bats can be carrying rabies

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

The Vermont Department of Health is reminding people to avoid contact with bats that may fly into homes during the summer as they hunt insects. ...

Mass. man denies guilt in DUI-7 case

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

BENNINGTON -- A Massachusetts man pleaded not guilty to his seventh charge of driving under the influence of alcohol in Bennington District Court on Tuesday. ...

Couple denies robbing store

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

BRATTLEBORO -- A man and a woman have denied charges of robbing a computer store Tuesday night with their three children in tow. ... - By JOSH O'GORMAN Herald Staff

Grant to fund energy project

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

SPRINGFIELD -- Central Vermont Public Service President Bob Young was both looking up and looking to the future when he presented the Southern Vermont Health and Recreation Center with a $50,000 grant...

Symington: Wind plan a breath of fresh air

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

HINESBURG -- Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gaye Symington proposed a dramatic shift in the state's energy portfolio Wednesday, calling on Vermont to get 20 percent of its electrical needs from......

It's a steal

Aug 7, 2008 4:25 am

Business was brisk Wednesday at the Tbird Mini Mart in Springfield as gas prices dipped down to $ 3.769. ...

Town mulls municipal garage on tainted land

Aug 6, 2008 5:00 am

BENNINGTON -- The town is planning to proceed with a foreclosure on a troubled piece of property which may end up the new site for Bennington's highway garage after an assessment signed off on the use...

Dog with broken leg removed from home

Aug 6, 2008 5:00 am

BENNINGTON -- A Browning Place man is facing a charge of cruelty to animals after police said he kicked a 3-month-old puppy across a room and fractured its left rear leg. ... - By PATRICK McARDLE Her...

Attorneys fall victim to state budget cuts

Aug 6, 2008 5:00 am

Defender General Matthew Valerio, who was asked to cut his office's budget by more than half a million dollars, has notified public defenders in the state that seven and a half positions will be cut.....

Candidates wanted for free island trip

Aug 6, 2008 5:00 am

SPRINGFIELD -- The Rotary Clubs of Southern New Hampshire and Vermont are seeking candidates for a one-month, all-expenses-paid trip to the Philippine Islands to take part in a group study exchange in...

News for Rutland County Vermont from RutlandHerald.com

Floods close roads, displace residents

Aug 7, 2008 2:11 pm

Heavy rains washed out roads in Addison County and forced a handful of others to close Wednesday morning following more rain storms. The rains also forced the evacuation of homes in several areas. ......

Friday Night Live puts it all together

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

Something puzzling is going on in Rutland City this Friday. ...

Award ceremony slated for Friday

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

The opening reception and awards ceremony for the Rutland Amateur Photo Contest at the Chaffee Art Center is set for Friday. ...

Delegation pitches for FEMA help

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

While water levels were on the rise across the state Tuesday, Vermont's congressional delegation made a request to President George Bush for federal assistance to help the state with the accumulating ...

Official rescues chained calf

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

WALLINGFORD -- A Jersey calf has a new home after being rescued by a town official who found the animal in dire condition without food or water. ... - By SANDI SWITZER Herald Correspondent

City begins replacing antique pipes

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

The replacement of 620 feet of crumbling ceramic sewage piping beneath Baxter Street is expected to be completed next week, giving city officials one less roadway to worry about as the wet weather and...

Wilton makes push for Jessica's Law

Aug 7, 2008 5:00 am

When she ran for office two years ago, Rutland Treasurer Wendy Wilton said she was leaving politics behind to focus on the city's troubled Treasurer's Office. ... - By BRENT CURTIS Herald Staff

City proposal may remedy costs of abandoned parcels

Aug 7, 2008 4:49 am

Rutland City is looking at ways to get money out of abandoned private properties that are costing taxpayers to maintain. ... - By BRENT CURTIS Herald Staff

'Shared responsibility': National Night Out looks to bond police with community

Aug 6, 2008 7:12 pm

Beyond the balloons and barbecue, National Night Out festivities in Rutland and Fair Haven on Tuesday night symbolized a growing relationship between residents and the public servants tasked with prot...

Vt. seeks new flood damage relief

Aug 6, 2008 5:38 pm

Crews are working quickly to repair a Wallingford stretch of Route 140 damaged by flooding Saturday, but with branches and rocks still strewn across lanes and sizeable chunks of pavement washed away i...

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