‘Best Before’ labels scrutinized as food waste concerns grow

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Published
October 5, 2022

‘Best Before’ labels scrutinized as food waste concerns grow

"Best before” labels are coming under scrutiny as concerns about food waste grow around the world
Published
September 12, 2022

Woman reopens Iraqi market in Waterville following death of her husband

Rosol Hobbi, 24, thought she could not reopen the Iraqi Kabab Market after her husband, Akram "AJ" Mohammad, died in a motorcycle crash Sept. 1, but she said the Waterville community rallied around her and encouraged her to reopen.
Published
September 3, 2022

More Mainers visit pantries as food insecurity spreads

As donations drop and Maine food banks struggle to meet rising demand, food bank officials call on federal government to extend food access programs.
Published
September 1, 2022

Waterville schools urge parents to complete applications for free, reduced-price meals

The more information the school system has about family income and other details determines the amount of resources schools receive to benefit students and families, according to officials.
Published
August 29, 2022

Tea drinkers enjoy possible health benefits, study suggests

Past studies in China and Japan, where green tea is popular, suggested health benefits. The new study extends the good news to black tea.
Published
August 23, 2022

Inflation drives up demand at Maine food banks

Augusta Food Bank is among those who have seen growth in demand over the past year while donations from stores are down.
Published
August 19, 2022

Gov. Mills announces agriculture infrastructure investment grants

Six area farms and food processors awarded $2.5 million in grants.
Published
August 3, 2022

Plenty to taste, see and hear at popular Taste of Waterville

Head of Falls along the Kennebec River teemed with people who ate, strolled, socialized and listened to music Wednesday during the 11-hour Taste of Waterville.
Published
July 26, 2022

Choco Tacos fall victim to ‘tough decisions,’ and some fans have meltdown

The Klondike treat is a waffle cone filled with fudge-swirled ice cream and dipped in chocolate and peanuts.
Published
July 19, 2022

Augusta Chipotle closes, workers say company is practicing ‘union-busting 101’

Company officials said they have been unable to adequately staff the Marketplace at Augusta restaurant.