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US wholesale costs rise as oil prices climb

WASHINGTON (AP) — Wholesale inflation picked up last month after cooling earlier this summer as higher oil and gas prices stemming from the Iran war keep costs elevated. The Labor Department's producer price index — which captures inflation before it reaches consumers — rose 5.4% in ...

41 Lumber to have grand reopening of remodeled Quinnesec store

QUINNESEC — 41 Lumber will have a grand reopening of its remodeled Quinnesec location from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, inviting contractors, homeowners and community members to come see the new look at W7404 U.S. 2. The extensive remodel has created about 7,000 square feet of updated retail and ...

New Apple CEO unveils latest iPhone lineup

CUPERTINO, California (AP) — Apple on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of iPhones, including a widely anticipated foldable version called Duo. The company's new CEO, John Ternus, who took over from Tim Cook on Sept. 1, introduced the latest lineup at the company's Cupertino, ...

Trade war escalates as Canada puts tariffs on $20B in US imports

TORONTO (AP) — The United States is banning dairy products, most alcoholic beverages and motorcycles from Canada, the White House said Tuesday, as the trade war between the two neighbors and longtime allies escalates. The ban will take effect in three weeks and comes after Canada imposed ...