Critics contend such stories could tilt an election; the social giants say they will cut off ad revenue funneled to those producing the hoax articles.
2016
Posted inBusiness
CEOs weigh in on Trump win, favoring conciliation over hostility
Usually silent on election results, leaders like Apple’s Tim Cook offer reassurance and hope and try to heal workplace divisions.
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Posted inNation & World
Assange questioned over alleged sexual assault
Swedish prosecutors will decide whether to charge the WikiLeaks founder with a crime.
Posted inBusiness
Spike in oil prices fuels stock increase
Technology stocks trade higher and bond yields slip.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Cornville tree farmer donates 30-foot balsam fir to Waterville
The giant evergreen will be installed at Castonguay Square for the holiday season.
Posted inNation & World
Brush fire in White Mountains is half contained
The fire continues to burn through dry leaves in the Boulder Loop climbing area.
Posted inBusiness
Fed official tells Portland Chamber that rate hikes likely next month
Eric Rosengren said indicators point to a recovering economy and modest inflation.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Kennebec Journal Nov. 15 police log
Augusta area police reports for Nov. 15, 2016.
Posted inMaine, News
Augusta may split decisions on controversial zoning changes
The changes were inspired by the possible sale of the St. Mark’s Church property and neighborhood concerns about what might go there in the future.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Marijuana may not become legal in Maine until January
If the Secretary of State’s Office and the governor take the maximum time allowed, the effective date could be Jan. 7.