Chiquita pleads guilty in terrorism financing case
Chiquita Brands admitted in federal court that it paid Colombian terrorist groups to protect its banana operations. The plea, part of a deal for a $25 million fine, names no senior executives in court documents. Prosecutors cited $1.7 million paid to AUC from 1997 to 2004 as part of the companys most profitable unit.
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Elyria Council backs Equity Trust expansion at LCCC T Park
Elyria City Council approves a 48000 grant to Equity Trust to build a 28000 square foot facility at Lorain County Community College Technology Park. The project plans 263 new jobs, adding to 150 already at the site, supported by a state tied 250000 job credit. Mayor Grace and Rep. Lundy helped keep the company local.
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Full-service gas station fades as customers dwindle in South Charleston
In South Charleston, veteran gas station owner Dave Sprague and partner Bob Hamilton run a 1937 English cottage styled station on US 42 as self-service era reduces full-serve business. Once seven stations on the highway, local traffic and grease jobs decline with interstate and aging town, aging owners eye retirement. Downtown legend Doris Cordle's 10-room mate and the changing highway era illustrate broader shifts away from full service.
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Merger Strain Seen in XM Sirius Satellite Systems
Washington XM and Sirius Satellite Radio face high fixed costs from multi year contracts for talent and sports events. The merger could offer cheaper and broader packages but experts warn of strained transmission capacity and channel drops as systems expand.
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Dollar Tree opens new Amherst store at Century Plaza
A 9000 square foot Dollar Tree store at 2249 Kresge Drive in Amherst began operations. The shop, part of Dollar Tree's 3000 plus nationwide chain, offers housewares toys party goods and more. The Amherst location employs about 15 people and is open Monday through Saturday from 9 am to 9 pm and Sunday 11 am to 6 pm.
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Delphi May Shift Plant Production In Dayton Suburb
Delphi Corp told union officials in Kettering Ohio that it may move production from a parts plant as efforts continue to sell or wind down non core operations. The plant employs about 400 workers and makes suspension systems and parts. No decision has been made on timing or new location. Local 755 president declined to comment.
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