One forecast says Web sales in November and December will increase 17.2 percent, to $94.7 billion.
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Pence declines to rule out revival of waterboarding backed by president-elect
Donald Trump should not say he’ll never allow it, the VP-elect says, despite Sen. McCain’s strong objections.
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Personal incomes grow in Maine metro areas, but still lag rest of the nation
The Portland region’s estimated total earnings rose 4.2% to nearly $26 billion in 2015, compared with 4.7 percent nationally, and every Maine county saw higher incomes.
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Know your options for how you receive streaming TV
With the holidays nearing, here’s a guide for choosing devices and apps without overpaying for your gifts.
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Maine health insurance co-op stems losses in third quarter
Community Health Options saw losses of $3.3 million from July through September versus $17.3 million over the same period last year.
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Opponents of legalized marijuana set to request recount, at cost of $500,000
The group intends to submit petitions by Wednesday, hoping the month-long recount will erase Question 1’s unofficial winning margin of 4,402 votes.
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Maine retailers scramble to find holiday staff in tight job market
Employers are using old and new methods to advertise for scarce seasonal workers while also raising hourly pay and offering flexible schedules.
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New Trump administration could have broad impact on Maine
The president-elect’s positions have changed often, but could alter how Maine approaches issues such as health care insurance, education standards, energy policy, cross-border trade, immigration and more.
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Trump can deliver on some campaign promises more easily than others
He could cancel President Obama’s executive orders right away, but undoing the Affordable Care Act and other actions would require congressional help. And will he order an investigation of Hillary Clinton?
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Down East area reopened to shellfish harvesting as level of biotoxin fades
The waters from east Penobscot Bay to Canada were closed in late September, forcing the recall of 5 tons of Maine clams, mussels and quahogs.