Nebraska farmers want legislation that will define meat as ‘any edible portion of any livestock or poultry, carcass or part thereof’ and excludes lab-grown, insect or plant-based products.
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Posted inMaine, News
How a Bates professor forged Edmund Muskie’s career
A recent forum and a 1967 letter reveal the debate coach’s key role in shaping the Maine political legend.
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Posted inNation & World
Trump condemns report that FBI probed whether he had been working on behalf of Russia
He objects to a pair of startling newspaper headlines and says he’s been tougher on Russia than ‘the last three or four presidents.’
Posted inNation & World
DNA of wolf declared extinct in wild lives on in Texas pack
Scientists say red wolf DNA is remarkably resilient after decades of human hunting and loss of habitat led the animal to near decimation.
Posted inNation & World
Man who killed rookie California officer said police were bombarding him with ultrasonic waves
He made the claim in a letter left on the bed of his home in Davis, where he fled and later killed himself after ambushing Officer Natalie Corona, 22.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine Democratic Party chooses new leaders
Kathleen Marra, of Kittery, is elected chairwoman by the Maine Democratic State Committee and Erik Gundersen, of Portland, is elected vice chairman.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
Recreational fishing rules to be overhauled under new law
The current marine rules are designed for commercial fishermen and are difficult for recreational anglers to follow.
Posted inNation & World
Shirley Boone, philanthropist and wife of singer Pat Boone, dies at 84
She was the daughter of country singer Red Foley and also published writings, hosted TV shows and recorded music.
Posted inNation & World
House Republican leader vows action against Rep. King over racial remarks
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., says he is reviewing whether King should keep his committee assignments.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Trade war’s wounded: Companies improvise to bandage financial impact
Tariffs are adding costs, causing hardships and raising uncertainty for many U.S. businesses.