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A year after US$100, oil prices cut in less than half, settles at $46.34

HOUSTON — Exactly one year after crude eclipsed US$100 a barrel for the first time, 2009 trading began Friday with prices roughly half their year-ago levels, and some believe oil could be headed even lower.

Jan 2, 2009 10:39 PM Read more >

Family needs 25,000 bids to sell old house for $11

David Stockburger’s daughter does not seem destined for a career as a real estate agent.

Oct 3, 2008 5:00 PM Read more >

Median family income continues ascent between 2005 and 2006

OTTAWA — The median family income rose 2.1 per cent between 2005 and 2006, largely the result of strong economic growth fostered by employment gains.

May 6, 2008 5:58 AM Read more >

Oil futures hit record, over $115

NEW YORK — Crude futures made their first foray past US$115 Wednesday, propelled to a new record by concerns about how much gas will be available during the peak summer months.

Apr 17, 2008 5:31 AM Read more >

Revenue from goods manufactured during 2007 was comparable to 2006

Sales of equipment related to dental and health care were up sharply; demand for instrumentation for the energy sector fell.

Feb 29, 2008 5:53 PM Read more >