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Delphi Secures New Steering Column Business With Ford
Tuesday, August 10, 2004SAGINAW, Mich. -- Delphi Corp. (NYSE:DPH) will supply its new active energy absorbing steering columns to Ford Motor Co. for the 2005 Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis and Lincoln Town Car sedans, the company announced late yesterday.This new business expands upon the steering column business already won by Delphi for the 2004 Ford F-150 truck series."We are very pleased that Ford has once again chosen Delphi to supply its state-of-the-art steering columns for their mid- and full-size luxury sedans," said Robert J.
HUD Presents $6M Check to Youngstown
Tuesday, August 10, 2004By Dan O'BrienYOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- Most of the time most grant monies administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development are transmitted electronically to cities across the country.But this morning, three months before election day, HUD's Midwest regional director found a reason to personally present a check for nearly $6 million to the city of Youngstown, a gesture that city officials say is tangible evidence of HUD's commitment to the Mahoning Valley's largest city."Youngstown has reached a period in its life to move forward," said Joseph P.
Swift Boat Veterans Buy More Ad Time
Tuesday, August 10, 2004YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- The political pressure group made up of Vietnam veterans who oppose the election of John Kerry -- Swift Boat Veterans for Truth -- has purchased more time on Youngstown television stations to air an ad considered the harshest personal attack televised this presidential election year.The extended ad campaign began today with the Swift Boat spot appearing on various news programs.
Seven Seventeen Adds Portage County to Membership Field
Tuesday, August 10, 2004WARREN, Ohio -- Seven Seventeen Credit Union today announced it has received approval from the Ohio Division of Financial Institutions to expand its field of membership to Portage County. This approval clears the way for residents of Portage County to become members of the credit union and open accounts.The credit union "occasionally had to turn people down for membership because we were unable to qualify them with our charter as it existed," said Gary Soukenik, president and chief executive officer.
Future of Vacation Express at Regional Airport 'Under Review'
Tuesday, August 10, 2004By George NelsonVIENNA, Ohio -- A statement issued over the weekend by Vacation Express carries ominous overtones for the future of the passenger service at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, though an official with the company that provides the flights assures service will continue if local officials accept a revised flight schedule.The statement, e-mailed to The Business Journal by TRIO Media Group on behalf of Vacation Express, reported the decision "to stay or exit the Youngstown market is under review."On April 1, Vacation Express began flight service from the regional airport to the Orl
$168K for Low-Income Housing Project in Lawrence County, Pa."
Tuesday, August 10, 2004NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Housing Authority of Lawrence County today received $168,000 from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh toward the $2.9 million it will spend on 30 units of rental housing for low-income residents and homeless individuals.It is part of an effort by Hosanna Industries Inc., Rochester, to provide funding from FHLB grants for 168 affordable housing units in five western Pennsylvania communities.
Certificate in Gerontology Now Offered at YSU
Tuesday, August 10, 2004YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- A new program aimed at health care professionals who work with the elderly is now being offered by Youngstown State University.The certificate in applied gerontology, offered by YSU's Department of Sociology and Anthropology, is a one-year program designed primarily for health care workers who have a bachelor's or master's degree and are interested in continuing education in the field.
Companies Stick to Thrifty Travel Habits
Tuesday, August 10, 2004This report is new this week in The Business Journal's small business how-to section. To see what else is new, click here or click on the "how-to" tab at the top of The Daily Business Journal Online home page.Businesses continue to substantially reduce costs by booking online, as well as by using low-cost airlines, according to a recent survey of corporate travel patterns by GetThere. There was also evidence that medium-sized companies tend to book a greater percentage of their trips online than their mega corporation counterparts. <more>"
"$168K for Low-Income Housing Project in Lawrence County, Pa."
Monday, August 09, 2004"NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Housing Authority of Lawrence County today received $168,000 from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh toward the $2.9 million it will spend on 30 units of rental housing for low-income residents and homeless individuals.It is part of an effort by Hosanna Industries Inc., Rochester, to provide funding from FHLB grants for 168 affordable housing units in five western Pennsylvania communities.