One forecast says Web sales in November and December will increase 17.2 percent, to $94.7 billion.
2016
Posted inBusiness
For-profit colleges predict rosier ride under Trump
Many of the schools say President Obama’s regulations on fraud and abuse kept them fighting for survival.
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Posted inNation & World
At least 20 killed while fleeing Aleppo
A military official estimates that on Tuesday alone, 20,000 fled the push into eastern Aleppo by Syrian government forces.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine regulators expand investigation of FairPoint’s service quality
The State Public Utilities Commission will review the company’s performance in the first half of 2016 as the agency considers a $500,000 fine for inadequacies in 2014 and 2015.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Women’s basketball: Bowdoin beats Southern Maine
The Polar Bears start fast and roll to a win over the Huskies.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Brunswick woman accused of smoking heroin before driving with children
Ashley Theriault, 26, was charged with endangering the welfare of a child after Gardiner police were called to Route 24 on Sunday.
Posted inBusiness
Dozens across U.S. arrested as protesters seek $15-per-hour wage
On a declared national day of action to boost the minimum wage, workers in many cities rallied to block busy intersections.
Posted inNation & World
Iraqi forces assault villages near Mosul, face suicide bombers
It is a blatant reminder that militants still hold ground far from the main battlefield.
Posted inBusiness, News
Anthem, Cigna CEOs clash amid merger effort
Unsealed transcripts reveal infighting and hostility that undermine a key argument for the deal: more operational efficiency and lower consumer costs.
Posted inBusiness
After success in Texas, McDonald’s expanding test of fresh beef burgers
After a trial run using never-frozen beef received a positive response, the burger chain will expand testing to Oklahoma.