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Solomon: 'Tis the (football) season to be jolly Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 10:41PMIf you are reading this on Saturday morning, the tailgating has already begun, the optimism yet to be reigned in or rained on. Enjoy. This is a good weekend to celebrate the return of college football, and fans are expected to be out in huge numbers to do just that.
'Catastrophic' market changes topple luxury homebuilder Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 10:40PMThe Charlotte area's biggest and best-known luxury homebuilder, Simonini Builders, said Friday it is shutting down because of "catastrophic changes" in the real estate market.
Keller joins RE/MAX in Coppell Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 10:31PMDebbie Keller, a buyers specialist has joined the firms Coppell office. Keller brings 21 years of experience as a realtor and a wealth of knowledge in the real estate industry.
Flu vaccine eggs safe from salmonella Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 10:21PMQ UESTION: With all the recalls on eggs, I was wondering what would happen if eggs used for growing flu vaccine were tainted?
Selectmen endorse proposal to rezone former BRMC site Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 10:19PMSTONEHAM, MA - The town’s Board of Selectmen unanimously supported a warrant article on Tuesday night that would allow the Gutierrez Company to build up to 310 market rate housing units at the former Boston Regional Medical Center (BRMC).
Hampshire finalizes Crown deal Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 10:17PMBy upping its offer, Crown Community Development — with help from the village — finally was able to persuade the holders of $75 million in bonds to sell them back. The move allows Crown to continue its plans to build three large Hampshire developments.
Fannie Mae has loan terms that are hard to beat Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 10:14PMWASHINGTON — If you fit the profile, typically buyers with little cash on hand or small-scale investors looking for a deal on a foreclosed house, a little publicized national lending program could be just what you need this fall.
Help for economy Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 10:09PMAllowing new businesses to pay Osceola County transportation impact fees over a five-year period, as proposed, would be helpful to our struggling local economy. In that way, new businesses would be able to spread these current upfront costs over a number of years.
Home Builder Hovnanian Reports Smaller Loss Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:21PMFewer land-related write-downs helped the company’s bottom line, which has been hurt by the downturn in the housing market.
HTC EVO 4G Problems: What Users Complain about the Most Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:15PMFrom screen separation to USB charging issues, here are the EVO 4G pitfalls users complain about most.
Economy Avoids Recession Relapse as Data Can't Get Much Worse Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:14PMThe U.S. economy is so bad that the chance of avoiding a double dip back into recession may actually be pretty good.
19. Firefly and Emirates fare offers at Matta Fair Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:14PMPETALING JAYA: Two airlines are offering attractive deals in conjunction with the annual Matta Travel Fair.
U.S. factories lead way out of double-dip scare Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:12PMSector’s growth beats expectations, but private sector cut 10,000 jobs in August
Net a bargain Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:10PMShopping for clothes is just a click away. IT’S nothing new, hawking your products online. While sites like eBay and Amazon have long made their presence felt here, there are also many local online shopping sites and “blogshops”.
RPT-WRAPUP 6-US manufacturing grows in Aug, private jobs cut Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:06PMRPT-WRAPUP 6-US manufacturing grows in Aug, private jobs cut
SURVEY-Parents buy homes within 30 minutes of family Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:06PMSURVEY-Parents buy homes within 30 minutes of family
Home prices rise in June Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:34AMHome prices rose nationally in June for a third straight month as now-expired tax credits inspired a burst of home-buying.
VMware makes fun of Microsoft Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:31AMTHE INQUIRER Marketing ploy backfires
Corrected: Burger King mulls sale: source Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:30AMCorrects timing of comments made about same-store sales in paragraph 8
Bank CEOs to appear before ‘meltdown’ panel Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:30AMWASHINGTON — An inquiry panel is hearing from former CEOs of two big banks that succumbed to the financial crisis, Lehman Brothers and Wachovia Corp., as it delves into the “too big too fail” predicament and potential systemwide risk from financial institutions.
Casio Launches Virtual Room Experience for GREEN SLIM Projectors Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:30AMCasio America, Inc. announced today the launch of an exciting new feature on the company's website, www.GreenSlimProjector.com. The website offers a 3D virtual tour of projector products which outlines new specifications and capabilities related to the company's innovative GREEN SLIM line of mercury-free, high-brightness projectors.
Bombardier Says Profit Fell 27% as Demand Dwindled for Business Aircraft Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:29AMBombardier Inc. , the world’s third- largest commercial planemaker, said second-quarter profit fell 27 percent as business-jet demand declined.
STAC to host Artist Gallery Night Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:27AMSTAFFORD — The Friends of the Stafford Township Arts Center (STAC) and the Stafford Township Education Foundation are teaming up for the third annual Artist Gallery Night.
Mike Willoughby Named President of PFSweb, Inc. Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:21AMPLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PFSweb, Inc. (Nasdaq: PFSW), Mark C. Layton, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of PFSweb Inc., an international provider of end-to-end eCommerce solutions for leading online retailers and manufacturers, today announced that Mike Willoughby has been promoted to President of PFSweb, Inc. In announcing the promotion, Mr. Layton stated “It is with great honor that I ...
US futures rise as economic worries ease Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:16AMChina, Australia data ease economic concern. 1 Sep 2010 10:11 PM
Perk Valley enters agreement to sell Trappe Building Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:12PMTRAPPE — The Perkiomen Valley School Board has approved a proposed $1.9 million agreement to sell the Trappe Building, at 29 E. First St., to the Shiloh Foundation, which is interested in opening a private school.
Car Stickers Could Include Environmental Info Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:11PMBuyers will receive more details on window stickers about fuel efficiency, emissions, and energy consumption under new government proposal for 2012 vehicles.
Do We Need a Home Buyer Credit 3.0? Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:11PMNo. It would create few additional sales but continue to prolong the housing market's suffering. United States - Real estate - U.S. Housing Market - Tax credit - Business
Guy Glisson Joins HomeBanc as Mortgage Loan Officer Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:07PMTAMPA, FL--(Marketwire - August 30, 2010) - Tampa-based HomeBancorp, Inc. has named Guy Glisson as Mortgage Loan Officer for HomeBanc. He is based in HomeBanc's Brandon office, located at 659 West Lumsden Road.
Backyard astronomers meet to party with the stars Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:06PMStar gazing: It's not just for scientists anymore.
Lawyer asks Thai PM not to send Russian to US Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:03PMThe lawyer for accused Russian arms trafficker Viktor Bout filed a last ditch appeal Monday to Thailand's prime minister in an effort to stop his client's extradition to the United States.
Lawyer asks Thai PM not to send Russian to US Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:03PMBANGKOK—The lawyer for accused Russian arms trafficker Viktor Bout filed a last ditch appeal Monday to Thailand's prime minister in an effort to stop his client's extradition to the United State...
Aid for sale in Pakistan as refugees want cash Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:03PMPESHAWAR, Pakistan - Needing cash not food, refugees in Pakistan's flood-ravaged northwest do not have to...
Lawyer asks Thai PM not to send Russian to US Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:03PMBANGKOK (AP) - The lawyer for accused Russian arms trafficker Viktor Bout filed a last ditch appeal Monday to Thailand's prime minister in an effort to stop his client's extradition to the United Stat...
Boston.com Launches a Free Real Estate App for the iPhone Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:37AMBOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Boston.com's comprehensive listing of homes for sale in the Greater Boston market and beyond is now available to browse in a new, free app for the iPhone. The new Boston.com Real Estate app provides on-the-go access for buyers to view property details and photos, share favorite homes with family and friends, and more. Users can: Browse complete listings from across ...
Alleged Russian arms dealer calls on Thai premier to stop extradition Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:34AMBangkok - The lawyer of alleged Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout on Monday petitioned Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva to stop his client's extradition to the United States.Lak Nittiwattanawichan ...
Boston.com Launches a Free Real Estate App for the iPhone Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:34AMBOSTON----Boston.com's comprehensive listing of homes for sale in the Greater Boston market and beyond is now available to browse in a new, free app for the iPhone.
Three ETFs to Watch This Week: EWD, LIT, FXE Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:31AMGDP reports from industrialized countries around the world inform today's ETF to watch.
2012 Cadillac XTS Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:29AMCadillac plugs into the future
M&A Heating Up In IT Security Space Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:28AMEarlier this month an Intel for McAfee deal sent the IT security space flying, and after buyout speculation boosted ArcSight last week, Cogent emerged as the next target this morning.
Two New Fabric Websites Increase Shopping and Sewing Options for Customers of David Samson, Inc. Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:23AMST. LOUIS, Aug. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- In order to provide customers with expanded fabric options for clothing or decor, David Samson, Inc. has launched two new websites. DecoratingFabrics.com (http://www.decoratingfabrics.com) specializes in home decorating materials for drapery, upholstery, bedding, tassels and trims and more. BuyTheBoltFabrics.com (http ...
New arrangement may help Channel District condos Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:22AMPrices are down and lending options are up at Towers of Channelside.
Her beadwork is therapeutic Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:19AMVirginia Nance #8217;s business #8211; creating jewelry from strung beads and bits of glass fused in a kiln #8211; probably wouldn #8217;t support her as a sole income, but it provides her with a creative outlet and supplements her retirement income.
Obama's 'Winter White House' sold for $6.9M Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:23PMHONOLULU (AP) — The beachfront Hawaii home rented by President Barack Obama and his family during their last two Christmas vacations has been sold for $6.9 million.
Bad news on homes, goods adds to air of recession Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:13PMWASHINGTON — It’s starting to feel like another recession. Businesses are ordering fewer goods. Home sales are the slowest in decades. Jobs are scarce, and unemployment claims are rising.
'Night Catches Us' To Open 2010 Urbanworld Film Festival Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:12PMFiled under: News Magnolia Pictures' ' Night Catches Us ,' which stars Anthony Mackie and Kerry Washington , will be the opening night film for the 14th annual Urbanworld Film Festival . The debut feature, from Tanya Hamilton, exposes the realities of African American life during the final days of the Black Power Movement, as potluck suppers, run-ins with the authorities and lingering radicalism ...
New Home Sales Drop to Record Lows Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:05PMA day after disappointing sales results for existing homes in July, sales of new homes sold last month fell to the lowest rate on record, alarming economists. “The potential for the housing market to drag the economy back into recession is…rising,” said Celia Chen, senior director at Moody’s Economy.com. According to the Commerce Department , new homes sales fell 12.4% from June to July to an ...
What Do Young Fashionistas Want? Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:01PMA few fashion Web sites seem to have figured out what the young shopper is looking for today.
Santos: in talks for binding deals for Gladstone LNG Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:00PMPERTH, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Australian energy firm Santos Ltd is in advanced talks with a number of Asian buyers for binding sales contract for gas from its Gladstone liquefied natural gas (LNG) project and some deals were subject to government approvals.
MAGIC tries to make conventioneers reappear Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:59PMAdd the MAGIC Marketplace to the growing list of contradictory economic indicators.