Ames Hills deal to create fourth largest discount retailer
Ames Stores plans to acquire Hills in a $330 million merger forming the fourth largest discount retailer. The deal expands Ames to 301 stores across 14 states and DC, with a $170 million remodeling program for Red Hills stores over nine quarters. Most Hills staff are expected to receive new positions with Ames.
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Woman fights rising drug prices and monopoly claims
Day, who takes clorazepate and other medications, criticizes Mylan for price hikes that doubled costs. She contacted Sen. Specter, Santorum, and Rep. Klink. federal officials probe antitrust concerns amid allegations of a virtual monopoly and higher prices for generics.
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Judge McCracken weighs retention and senior options
Judge McCracken said he will not seek retention and must file intentions with the Pennsylvania Board of Elections by January fourth. He noted veteran John Goree as the last county judge to serve two full terms, started in 1942. As president judge he oversees criminal court but laments the heavy crime focus. A political action group led by Charles W. Garbett, “Committee to Improve Our Judiciary,” funds billboards challenging him with “20% is enough.” He may pursue a senior judgeship or wait another year in his term. Ralph D. Pratt would be the next likely president judge upon retirement.
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Ohio Pick 3 players to share in big payout
Ohio Lottery payouts total 456726 to Pick 3 winners from 1203218 in sales. Pick 4 saw 373592 in sales with 110900 shared. Buckeye 5 sales 312459, with 509174 to share. The Super Lotto jackpot stands at 45 million. McCracken of Neshannock Township sits on Big Brothers Big Sisters board and plans volunteer work after retirement. He cites legal system challenges and aims to focus on preventive efforts.
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Over-the-counter Stocks Bid Prices Noted Today
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