Natural gas pipeline would strengthen area's economy

Posted on March 31, 2011 |

• Editorial
• editorial

By Angelo S. Lynn

A utility’s proposal to explore the possibility of extending a natural gas pipeline from Burlington to Vergennes and into Middlebury should be greeted with enthusiasm by residents, businesses and all who want to see greenhouse gases diminished. That’s because natural gas is less expensive than other fuel options, pollutes less, and reduces Vermonters reliance on foreign oil.

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