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January 12, 2011 by · Comments Off on WCAX 

WCAX, Vermont Agency of Agriculture is targeting newly introduced McDonald’s Fruit & Oatmeal Maple arguing the development of new lunch menu includes maple flavoring instead of maple syrup in Vermont is known for actual production.

Vermont Maple laws say requires that any product claiming to be a natural product to use real maple syrup maple. According to WCAX News, agriculture officials contacted McDonald’s to inform the company no longer use “maple” in the name of oatmeal.

“We contacted McDonald’s that, they are consistent with the product, because we want to do the right thing, they’re changing the ingredients and labeling, and we hope they do,” said Vt former Agriculture Secretary Roger Allbee. “We’ll give them 60 to 90 days, certainly that is appropriate.

The fast food giant responded to WCAX News with the following statement: “McDonald’s Fruit & Oatmeal contains maple oatmeal, diced apples, cranberries, raisins, cream and a proprietary blend of natural flavors of McDonald’s is currently in talks with the State of Vermont. Ensure that we meet all national standards. “

Boston Marathon Live Coverage

April 19, 2010 by · Comments Off on Boston Marathon Live Coverage 

Boston Marathon Live CoverageBoston Marathon Live Coverage:Weekend was a wet and rainy in Boston, but the climate today seems to be sunny with temperatures around 50 – Just in time for the start of the Boston Marathon this morning. “The only question is the wind: it seems as if the riders is a moderate crosswind during the first 17 miles or less, which can become a headwind” in a particular turn, according to organizers the race.

Thousands of runners have gathered in the usually quiet town of Hopkinton for the start of the 114th marathon is 26.2 miles to Boston. Map Marathon course shows the torque grueling race through the suburbs of Boston before coming to an end in Copley Square.

To see live, visit Universal Sports: http://www.universalsports.com/

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