1 min read

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree has written to President Barack Obama to encourage him to create a national monument in northern Maine.

In her letter, the Maine Democrat said Tuesday that she believes a proposal to donate 87,500 acres by a foundation created by the co-founder of Burt’s Bees is supported by “most people in the region and throughout the state.”

Her letter came on the eve of a congressional field hearing today in East Millinocket.


Comments are not available on this story. Read more about why we allow commenting on some stories and not on others.