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Our View: State’s forest products industry depends on biomass plants

by The Editorial Board February 28, 2016February 27, 2016

As demand drops for energy created by burning wood, jobs and the planet’s health are put at risk.

Augusta wouldn’t want to give up revenue from an increase in the levy, and it could easily be raided for unrelated purposes.

by Los Angeles Times February 27, 2016February 26, 2016

What the U.S. should be doing is renouncing the practice of holding detainees without trial.

by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette February 26, 2016February 25, 2016

It’s time for British voters to debate how and whether their country would benefit from leaving.

Sen. Tom Saviello’s plan to expand eligibility would help fight Maine’s heroin epidemic, saving lives and lowering criminal justice costs.

by Bloomberg View February 25, 2016February 24, 2016

The law is part of a convoluted employment code that has added to the cost of hiring and fueled joblessness.

The additional money could keep 131 districts from having to drop programs or raise property taxes.

by Bloomberg View February 24, 2016February 23, 2016

Change in the island nation depends most on the government there, not on a visit from a U.S. leader.

by THE EDITORIAL BOARD February 24, 2016February 24, 2016

Women in other branches of the military aren’t faced with this impossible choice: Violate dress standards or violate the policies on ink.

by The Washington Post February 23, 2016February 22, 2016

A House panel wants the names of workers who deal with aborted fetuses, which could create a significant personal safety risk.