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Homemade Canning Controversy: NH Man Fights Legal Battles

8/23/2025

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Daniel Mowery from New Hampshire is facing legal challenges for distributing homemade canned goods.
The Manchester Health Department sent a cease-and-desist letter due to missing permits and commercial kitchen licensing.
Alderman Joseph Kelly Levasseur advocates for legal changes to support Mowery's activities.
Mowery plans to persist with his canning tradition despite the risk of fines.

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Story summary

Daniel Mowery from New Hampshire is facing legal challenges for distributing homemade canned goods.
The Manchester Health Department sent a cease-and-desist letter due to missing permits and commercial kitchen licensing.
Alderman Joseph Kelly Levasseur advocates for legal changes to support Mowery's activities.
Mowery plans to persist with his canning tradition despite the risk of fines.