Builders could see more interest from buyers in the coming months if mortgage rates stay low. The low rates contributed to a modest 2-point increase in builder sentiment in the latest National Association of Home Builders survey.
December 2011
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Police crime scene tape surrounds toddler’s home
Maine State Police have marked the home of missing toddler Ayla Reynolds as a crime scene.
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Walmart pulls formula after baby dies
The company and USDA are awaiting test results after Walmart pulled a batch of the baby formula from more than 3,000 of its stores nationwide.
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Journal retracts study linking virus, chronic fatigue
The authors reported finding a virus called XMRV in blood cells from patients with the syndrome. But follow-up studies have found no such connection.
Posted inBusiness
Gas tubing fires linked to lightning raise concern
Reports of lightning-related fires and gas leaks in at least a dozen states have raised concerns about the use of flexible gas lines made of corrugated stainless steel tubing and have led to lawsuits, studies and efforts to better track the incidents . . .
Posted inBusiness, News
Claims lowest since ’08 as job market improves
The drop in filings suggest that the U.S. economy may finally be regaining strength. The nation added at least 100,000 jobs every month from July through November, the first five-month streak since 2006.
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Trooper stopped for drunken driving
Sgt. Robin Parker, a 17-year veteran of the state police with no marks on his record, was placed on paid leave.
Posted inNation & World, News
Army transfers 8 US soldiers after suicide
The soldiers face charges ranging from dereliction of duty to involuntary manslaughter and negligent homicide in the death of 19-year-old Army Pvt. Daniel Chen of New York City.
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Waldo County Sheriff’s Office log Dec. 22
The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Dec. 22:
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Police seek armed robber of Bangor hotel
The clerk at the Fairfield Inn gives the suspect an undisclosed amount of cash and he flees on foot.