A growing number of retailers are using software that changes online prices based on factors including demand, competition and inventory.
December 2014
Posted inNation & World, News
Hope and fear combine as Cubans consider impact of renewed ties with U.S.
A better economy is hoped for, but loss of cultural identity is feared.
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Posted inNews
Researchers link autism with exposure to air pollution
The study’s authors say the occurrence of autism appears to rise in parallel with exposure to particulate matter.
Posted inBusiness
Plum Creek lumber’s ‘green’ certification challenged
A watchdog group files a complaint about the logging practices of one of the nation’s largest timber producers, which owns about 865,000 acres in Maine.
Posted inNation & World, News
Obama calls in to Gov. Patrick’s radio show
The Massachusetts governor sounded surprised and initially unconvinced that it really was the president on the phone and not an impersonator.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland man seriously injured in I-295 crash in Brunswick
Christopher Doran, 35, suffered head injuries when he lost control of his car and crashed into some trees.
Posted inNews, Politics
LePage the most frugal candidate in Maine governor’s race
Final campaign finance reports show that the incumbent spent about $1.9 million on his re-election campaign while each of his opponents spent around $3 million.
Posted inBusiness, News
Sony cyberattack may be costliest ever
Beyond the financial blow, some say the attack and Sony’s capitulation have raised troubling questions about self-censorship and whether other U.S. companies are now vulnerable.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Windham teen accused of terrorizing schools to remain in custody
Felony terrorizing charges against Justin Woodbury, 16, are reduced from eight counts to two as he is ordered held at Long Creek until his arraignment Jan. 8.
Posted inCommunity
Skowhegan library increases Holiday Challenge to $5,000
Recycled bottle, can refunds to benefit library restoration, renovation.