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Letter: The best weapon against bird flu

I found your piece “Here’s what you need to know about bird flu” distressing, but I must say I was just a bit surprised to not see any mention of a solution to this: a plant-based diet. When meat, dairy and eggs aren’t even good for us, as research shows, they cause cancers, heart disease, […]

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Letter: Prayers for New Orleans

The country woke up on New Year’s Day to the news of a terrible tragedy in New Orleans that killed 15 people and injured many more. My heart is broken for those who began their year by learning people they loved were killed in this horrific attack, and my prayers are with dozens who were […]

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Mainewhile: The wondrous world of libraries, hearts of our communities

Ah, the fresh, clean start to a brand new year. So much promise, so much potential. I am setting aside the “traditional” resolutions this year and focusing instead on this idea: What is out there already that I want to pay attention to and be a part of? First on my list: Libraries. Man, I […]