Jamaica State Park opened officially in 1969.  But its use as a campground dates back much further. An archaeological dig at the park this summer found ample evidence that the site was a seasonal fishing camp at least 7,000 years ago.

This year's heated competition for top state offices has left some big openings in the Vermont Senate because a number of powerful senators have vacated their seats to run for higher office. The rush to fill those vacancies is one reason there are spirited contests in several parts of the state in this week's primary.

A Vermont group has joined a national campaign to protect bicycle and pedestrian projects.

Financial troubles have led to foreclosures and a change in ownership at Ascutney Mountain Resort. But the ski area's future is still unclear - and so is that of a couple hundred homeowners who depend on the mountain for sewer and water service.

In Vermont, 29,000 children meet the income guidelines for subsidized breakfast and lunch during the school year. For some, the meals are the only reliable source of daily nutrition. But the state's summer meal programs reach only about 5,000 kids - a small fraction of those who qualify.

A well-known Manchester restaurant was sold at auction Tuesday. The Harvest Grille - formerly "The Quality Restaurant" - went for a high bid of $220,000, plus unpaid taxes.