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City Would Expand Green Space, Reduce Commercial Zones"
Friday, January 28, 2005By George NelsonYOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- A comprehensive plan for the city calls for building on existing and emerging assets such as its industrial spaces, strong neighborhoods and a redeveloped central core as well as replacing widespread blight with green space. Architects of the Youngstown 2010 plan previewed elements of the strategy for reporters Thursday morning in advance of last night's community presentation in Stambaugh Auditorium. "This is a critical first step.
Reader Responds to Business Journal Editorial
Thursday, January 27, 2005"Dear Editor:I find it atypical of the media elite (which you used to not be part of) in trying to put a positive spin on the fact that Canfield Township's contract with the Sheriff allowed Mr. Wellington to hire back 3 more officers. True, you go on to show forward thinking about the differences in why some townships have police forces and others do not. How some townships will not be able to afford patrols while others can.
Youngstown State University Hikes Tuition by 9%
Thursday, January 27, 2005"YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- As anticipated, the Youngstown State University Board of Trustees Friday afternoon approved a 9% increase in tuition beginning fall semester, but said they would revisit the increase if the state doesn't decrease its allocation to the university for the next fiscal year. "It is never easy to increase tuition, and we do not take it lightly," said YSU President David C. Sweet.
Ohio's Annual Report Card Gives YSU High Marks
Thursday, January 27, 2005"YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- Youngstown State University offers smaller class sizes, retains more students, charges lower tuition and operates in a more cost efficient manner than do many other public universities in the state, according to Ohio's annual report card on higher education.The 2004 Performance Report for Ohio's Colleges and Universities also shows that YSU receives less state subsidy than many other universities, that YSU offers financial aid to a higher percentage of students and that YSU students score exceptionally well on licensing exams in the health professions."This year's re
"City Would Expand Green Space, Reduce Commercial Zones"
Thursday, January 27, 2005"By George NelsonYOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- A comprehensive plan for the city calls for building on existing and emerging assets such as its industrial spaces, strong neighborhoods and a redeveloped central core as well as replacing widespread blight with green space. Architects of the Youngstown 2010 plan previewed elements of the strategy for reporters Thursday morning in advance of last night's community presentation in Stambaugh Auditorium. "This is a critical first step.
Columbiana Port Authority Gets Grant for Fiber Optic Cable
Thursday, January 27, 2005"EAST LIVERPOOL, Ohio -- The Columbiana County Port Authority will receive $875,000 from the state's capital budget to purchase strands of high-speed fiber optic cable, according to Tracy Drake, chief executive officer.The port authority will spend the funds to buy two strands of fiber optic cable and the exclusive commercialization rights in the 260-mile Sonet ring under construction in Columbiana and Mahoning counties, Drake said.
Procter & Gamble to Acquire Gillette Co. in $57B Transaction
Thursday, January 27, 2005"CINCINNATI -- The Procter & Gamble Co. has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of The Gillette Co., officials announced earlier today.
Getting 'Lean' Can be the Diet for Business Success
Thursday, January 27, 2005"Lean Manufacturing is a term used to describe fundamental attributes of the Toyota Production Systems. "If time is money in your business and errors are expensive, then the philosophy and techniques of Lean can likely improve your operations significantly and ultimately the bottom line of your business," says Rebecca A.
"Super Bowl Sunday Is Big Business for Retailers, Advertisers"
Thursday, January 27, 2005"WASHINGTON --Advertisers will have an audience of nearly 145 million people for the Super Bowl on Feb. 6, and most consumers are prepared to stay firmly planted during time-outs and game breaks, according to the National Retail Federation. Meanwhile, a University of Delaware business professor and Super Bowl ad analyst says advertising time is selling fast and at a record high.Many consumers rank the commercials as the most important part of the Super Bowl, the NRF survey found.
Regional Chamber Names 2005 Board of Directors
Thursday, January 27, 2005"YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- Five individuals have been named to the 2005 board of directors of the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber.