News from June 25, 2012

June 25, 2012

US new-home sales rose at fastest pace in 2 years

Americans bought new homes in May at the fastest pace in more than two years. The increase suggests a modest recovery is continuing in the U.S. housing market.

June 25, 2012

Sex offender Facebook ban faces appeal

Facebook A federal judge backs an Indiana law keeping sex offenders from Internet sites used by children. But similar bans have been struck down in other states for being unconstitutional.

June 25, 2012

Development stops on Portland waterfront Several photos included in this story

 Since a zoning change allowing non-marine uses, there has not been a single site-plan application to the city for the central waterfront zone.

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