“Pink slime” was almost “pink paste” or “pink goo,” according to the meat inspector who coined the term.
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For first time in 25 years, UMaine system freezes tuition
To cover the cost of the freeze, the system will spend $1 million from reserves and $2.1 million from another fund.
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About $3 million worth of marijuana found floating off California coast
Authorities say three and a half tons of marijuana have been found floating in the ocean off Southern California.
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Vassalboro woman injured during break-in
Police are looking for a man they say injured an Oak Grove Road woman during a break-in on her property.
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Mass. group says paid sick day will save millions
According to the report, savings will come from decreased emergency room visits, employee turnover reduction and increased productivity.
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Twins conceived after dad’s death won’t get benefits
The Supreme Court ruled Monday that a man’s children who were conceived through artificial insemination after his death cannot get Social Security survivor benefits.
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Notre Dame, Catholic dioceses sue over Obama mandate
Dozens of Roman Catholic dioceses, schools and other institutions are suing the Obama administration over a mandate that most employers provide birth control coverage.
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Woman hurt in Monmouth crash
A Lewiston woman was hurt Friday when her car overturned on Norris Hill Road.
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Supreme Court won’t reduce student’s $675K music-download fine
The Supreme Court has refused to take up a Boston University student’s challenge to a $675,000 penalty for illegally downloading 30 songs and sharing them on the Internet.