Since the end of February, prices have risen nearly $1 per gallon for regular and premium gas. Diesel prices have shot up more than $1.40.
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Why western Maine gas prices are among the highest in the state
Central and western Maine generally pay a slightly higher price for fuel.
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Maine gas prices continue to rise as Iran war rages on
National prices saw their highest overnight increase in years Tuesday, and prices are still going up in Maine.
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Leaving our central Maine youth in the dust | Column
We baby boomers had it pretty good when we consider how young people entering the workforce now struggle to meet high rents, buy food and gas and pay off college and car loans, Amy Calder writes.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
US inflation reaches lowest point in 3 years, though some price pressures remain
Inflation in the United States dropped last month to its lowest point since it first began surging more than three years ago, adding to a spate of encouraging economic news in the closing weeks of the presidential race.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Falling gas prices give Maine drivers a break heading into summer
The downward trend is a reversal of the typical bump in prices following Memorial Day and the start of vacations for millions of Americans.
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U.S. gas prices falling. Experts point to mild demand ahead of summer travel
If there are no major unexpected interruptions, prices could keep trending down.
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Biden releasing 1 million barrels of gas from Northeast reserve in bid to lower prices at pump
Tapping reserves is one of the few actions a president can take by himself to try to control inflation.
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Congressional leaders discussing Iran oil sanctions
That legislation could increase crude prices by as much as $8.40 a barrel, which would add 20 cents per gallon for gasoline if the sanctions were passed into law and enforced.
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Mainers are paying less to heat homes and fill vehicles this winter. Here’s why.
Weak global demand and higher domestic oil production have led to energy savings for consumers so far this winter.