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The Color of Money: Change credit-card use to fit new rules Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 5:31AMThe new year is a good time to begin new practices, especially concerning money management.
Three teens in custody for bank robbery Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 2:48AMThree Houston area men have been arrested and charged with the robbery of a local credit union, according to the office of acting United States Attorney Tim Johnson.
Shell FCU presents checks to nonprofits Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 2:15AMShell Federal Credit Union presented five donation checks on Dec. 19 totaling $6,736 to several local nonprofit organizations.
The Gift of Christmas Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 2:14AMFamilies in Deer Park who were less fortunate this holiday season received a generous surprise Saturday morning when firefighters with the Deer Park Volunteer Fire Department showed up on their doorstep with food and toys.
Grants help replace storm damaged supplies Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 1:57AMGulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union recently awarded two Pearland Independent School District teachers $500 classroom supply grants to replace materials lost during Hurricane Ike.
Fridley SMW Federal Credit Union robbed at gunpoint Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 1:30AMAuthorities are searching for a man accused of robbing the SMW Federal Credit Union in Fridley on Tuesday, Dec. 23. The suspect is described as a black man of small to medium build who stands approximately 5 feet 7 inches to 5 feet 9 inches tall.
Tax free savings accounts a good option Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 9:25AM As of Jan. 1, people can drop $5,000 into a tax-free savings account (TFSA) and the interest will be tax-free.
Albany council approves final 2009 levy Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 8:32AMThe Albany City Council at its Wednesday, Dec. 17, meeting approved the final 2009 levy. The $594,836 levy for 2009 is a 3 percent increase from the 2008 levy of $579,440.
Snowmobile safety class was held Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 8:29AMThe Youth Snowmobile Safety Class concluded on Dec. 20 amid perfect snowmobile weather, snow falling during the entire time of the trail ride portion of the class.
Local News : Law enforcement enjoys quiet New Year’s Eve - Frontiersman Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 7:20AMPALMER — Overall, it was a somewhat quiet New Year’s Eve for Valley law enforcement. In Wasilla, police were running extra patrols from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. as part of the Mutli-Jurisdictional Traffic Enforcement Team Wasilla Sgt. Kelly set up.
Auto industry had rough ride in 2008 Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 6:13AMNEW YORK — For the auto sector — and many of its stocks — 2008 was nearly the end of the road.
Nominate an excellent teacher for credit union award Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 6:05AMFranklin Mint Federal Credit Union Foundation, in partnership with the Delaware County Intermediate Unit, is seeking nominations for its 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award that recognizes outstanding and innovative teachers in Delaware County’s public and nonpublic schools.
JANUARY 1 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 9:16AMRBI allows foreign institutional investors to short-sell equity shares in Indian companies. Short-selling was banned in 2001. State Bank of India raises deposit rates 25-175 basis points.
Suspected drunk driver accused of killing Bleyl Middle School girl appeared in court this morning Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 9:04AMJohn Winne has been charged with intoxication manslaughter in the death of Nicole “Lilly” Lalime. The teen girl was about to head home after getting off her school bus in northwest Houston Tuesday when she was struck by Winne.
UPDATE: CFISD student killed in hit and run Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 9:04AMBleyl Middle School eighth-grader Lilly Lalime was struck by a drunk driver after exiting her school bus Tuesday afternoon.
Get ready to ring in the New Year Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 8:32AMThings will be dropping from the sky in many towns across the area on New Year’s Eve.
Eventful year for the city of Portage Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 8:01AMWhether you were for it or against it, the Portage Credit Union Centre was definitely the major story this year in Portage la Prairie city politics.
News story of the year Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 7:47AMOXFORD - For the editorial staff at the Sentinel-Review, the news story for 2008 was, to be fair, an amalgamation of several stories.
Harvey woman among eight people charged with credit card fraud Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 6:40AMA 26-year-old Harvey woman is among eight people arrested and charged with operating a credit card fraud ring in suburban Crestwood, the Illinois State Police said Tuesday.
On the Record / December 31, 2008 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:54AMHires/Promotions/ Honors
Phoenix PD: Bank robbery suspect turns self in Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:56PMA bank robbery suspect turned himself in to police three days after the robbery occurred, according to Phoenix police. At about 1 p.m. on Wednesday, a man robbed the Desert Schools Federal Credit Union at 5555 N. 7th Street, which is south of Bethany Home Road.
U.S. Treasury agrees to buy a stake in GMAC Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:15PMThe Treasury Department agreed to take a stake of $5 billion in GMAC and lend $1 billion to General Motors to help GMAC reorganize itself as a bank holding company.
GPO offering scholarship opportunities Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 8:06PMONEIDA — GPO Federal Credit Union is presenting college-bound high school seniors with the opportunity to compete statewide for scholarships available to help finance their education.
Brothers may share fatal disease Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 5:17PMRiggin Tangbakken has two brothers, ages 10 and 13, who may have the same fatal disease as their little brother.
Siphon Some Stress From The Holiday Season Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 4:07PMWhen it comes to the holidays, emotions often run the gamut. Moments of great elation are often preceded by more than a few moments of stress and anxiety.
Female bank robber is sought by police Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 3:26PMAUBURN - Police are hoping photographs taken by the surveillance camera of a Route 12 bank robbery Monday afternoon will lead to the arrest of a woman who took an undisclosed amount of money.
Sail ‘em out to sea Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 10:46AM After the win against Marblehead, the hockey Sachems took on the Salem Witches at Kasabuski Arena on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Check them out: Hockey Sachems maintain winning form with 2-1 record loaded with positive vibes Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 10:46AM The goal of any team to start the season is to get off on the right foot, or skate in this case for the Saugus hockey team.
Family finds solace for teen killed in crash Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 10:18AMEL PASO -- Although a Central El Paso family are mourning the loss of a loved one instead of celebrating the holidays, they have decided to give the gift of life.
This gift keeps giving Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 10:15AMKevin Heltebridle said when his daughter was born, his friend made her a "hobby hog," a small, wooden motorcycle that looks much like a rocking horse. The simple act has inspired more than a decade of giving, and has helped raise money for charity with the help of a local credit union.
Holiday closings Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 7:04AMThe following will be closed in observance of the holidays. Emergency services will be unaffected. Closures will be today, Friday and Jan. 1, unless otherwise noted.
Holiday closings Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 7:04AMThe following will be closed in observance of the holidays. Emergency services will be unaffected. Closures will be today, Friday and Jan. 1, unless otherwise noted.
Female bank robber sought Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:31AMAUBURN - Police are hoping photographs taken by the surveillance camera of a Route 12 bank robbery Monday afternoon will lead to the arrest of a woman who took an undisclosed amount of money.
Female bank robber sought Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:31AMAUBURN - Police are hoping photographs taken by the surveillance camera of a Route 12 bank robbery Monday afternoon will lead to the arrest of a woman who took an undisclosed amount of money.
Atlantic Coast Federal Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.09 Per Common Share Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:30AM WAYCROSS, Ga.----Atlantic Coast Federal Corporation , the holding company for Atlantic Coast Bank, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 per share versus $0.11 per share last quarter.
Atlantic Coast Federal Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.09 Per Common Share Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:30AM WAYCROSS, Ga.----Atlantic Coast Federal Corporation , the holding company for Atlantic Coast Bank, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 per share versus $0.11 per share last quarter.
Regional digest Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:22AMAUBURN -- Police are hoping images taken by the surveillance camera of a Route 12 bank robbery Monday afternoon will lead to the arrest of a woman who took an undisclosed amount of money.
Regional digest Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:22AMAUBURN -- Police are hoping images taken by the surveillance camera of a Route 12 bank robbery Monday afternoon will lead to the arrest of a woman who took an undisclosed amount of money.
Old, private clubs work to recover from storm Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:15AMThe oldest private club west of the Mississippi — the Galveston Artillery Club — has reopened after sustaining damage during Hurricane Ike.
Old, private clubs work to recover from storm Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:15AMThe oldest private club west of the Mississippi — the Galveston Artillery Club — has reopened after sustaining damage during Hurricane Ike.
Bowling League results Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:12AMBOWLING...
Bowling League results Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:12AMBOWLING...
650 GM workers to say goodbye Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 5:13AMGeneral Motors Corp. assembly plants in Pontiac and Lake Orion have closed down for the next month, and the long shutdown will lead to the indefinite layoffs of 1,700 GM workers in early 2009.
650 GM workers to say goodbye Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 5:13AMGeneral Motors Corp. assembly plants in Pontiac and Lake Orion have closed down for the next month, and the long shutdown will lead to the indefinite layoffs of 1,700 GM workers in early 2009.
Reaction mixed to auto bailout Monday, December 22, 2008 @ 8:08AMWord that the federal and Ontario governments will provide the struggling auto sector with $4 billion in emergency loans was blasted by opposition critics and [...]
Current Technology Updates Insurance and Credit Union Initiatives Monday, December 22, 2008 @ 7:00AM Current Technology Corporation today reported its 60% owned Texas-based subsidiary Celevoke, Inc. is poised to launch an aggressive co-marketing campaign in January 2009 with an AAA rated top five insurance company.
Bush unveils $17.4bn carmaker rescue Saturday, December 20, 2008 @ 2:34AMGeorge W. Bush on Friday handed the fate of US carmakers to president-elect Barack Obama as he announced plans to lend General Motors and Chrysler $17.4bn to survive the next three months.
President Bush considers ‘orderly’ auto bankruptcy Saturday, December 20, 2008 @ 2:18AMWASHINGTON – The Bush administration is looking at “orderly” bankruptcy as a possible way to deal with the desperately ailing U.S. auto industry, the White House said Thursday as carmakers readied more plant closings and a half million new jobless claims underscored the deteriorating national economy.
Suspected drunk driver accused of killing Bleyl Middle School girl appeared in court this morning Saturday, December 20, 2008 @ 2:14AMJohn Winne has been charged with intoxication manslaughter in the death of Nicole “Lilly” Lalime. The teen girl was about to head home after getting off her school bus in northwest Houston Tuesday when she was struck by Winne.
SYS-CON White Paper: Content-Driven Applications in the Federal Government Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 4:31PMAll branches of the U.S. federal government are rapidly adopting XML and XML-based standards to store, exchange and deliver information. This whitepaper outlines several real-world examples of how defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies are using an XML content platform to meet their unique mission goals and deliver useful information hundreds of times faster than with search engines and ...