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Yankee Notebook: Coffee shops are our caves Fairly frequently I have occasion to drive east on U.S. Route 2 early in the morning. It's the quickest way from Montpelier to the White Mountains, northern New Hampshire and Maine.  Published: November 1, 2009 ( 0)

Pundits have been putting words in Aiken's mouth It's the only thing most people remember George Aiken saying: "Let's declare victory and get out." (Or "Let's declare victory and go home," as some recall the line.  Published: November 1, 2009 ( 0)

O noble tree Future generations will be grateful for these About 15 years ago I took a course at Vermont Technical College to increase my knowledge of trees and shrubs used in the landscape business.  Published: November 1, 2009 ( 0)

Paterson, fellow author spin tales of home "The Day of the Pelican," by Katherine Paterson (Clarion, 2009, 160 pages, $16, ages 10 and up)  Published: November 1, 2009 ( 0)

Between the Lines What's up for Vermont book lovers Good tastes  Published: November 1, 2009 ( 0)

'Lineup' puts sleuths on parade It began as a marketing strategy. Otto Penzler, the renowned proprietor of the Mysterious Bookshop in New York City, wanted to keep his customers happy. And he wanted to keep them out of chain stores.  Published: November 1, 2009 ( 0)

Hospice dog kept working when old age came for him As a therapy dog, Baxter comforted hundreds of hospice patients in their final hours. This year, old age caught up with Baxter.  Published: November 1, 2009 ( 0)

Some 'hatters' see red over society's new fee Nobody's making pointed insults, and so far everyone's being civil, but beneath the red hat there's a bit of a brouhaha broiling.  Published: November 1, 2009 ( 0)

• Patients need someone to help them navigate the maze - Nov. 1, 2009
• Sweet dilemma: What to do with excess Halloween candy - Nov. 1, 2009
• 'Snowbirds' can plan for a safe winter - Nov. 1, 2009

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