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In Praise of Snakes
By CHRISTINE BARNES The Northfield News
VERMONT IS home to around twelve species of snakes. Only one of them is poisonous - the Timber Rattlesnake which lives in the cliffs in the southern part of the state. More...

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By PHYLLIS GREENWAY The Northfield News

The shrimp in the following recipes can be frozen or fresh, but they cannot be pre-cooked. The delicacy in any seafood is preserved by awareness of the short time we have to influence the flavor of a dish, to include a bit of planning ahead. More...

If It's Summer, It's Time For Corn

By DIANNE LAMB University of Vermont

Nothing tastes better than fresh, locally grown corn. Fresh corn is a reminder that summer is here. Although some have probably had fresh corn for several weeks now, it will continue into September. Corn on the cob is a family favorite. More...