Log cabin dwellers shun power in Sierra foothills
In a Sacramento AP report, Doc and Shelley Dachtler live off grid with kerosene light water from a windmill and a wood stove. About 30 families in the area follow the same choice, balancing rustic living with hard work and poverty.
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Fuel price spiral has not peaked in Boston area
Boston area home heating oil costs have risen 44 percent since last winter with expectations to rise nearly that much again before winter ends. The Boston Consumers' Council reports an average last week price of 30.26 cents per gallon versus 21.07 cents a year earlier, boosting a 1,600 gallon homeowner bill from 337 to 484 dollars.
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Maine Oil Dealers Association
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