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Private, low-interest loans offered to small farms
A small farm can usually count on having about 10 percent of income to reinvest. Now, Whole Foods and others are offering small farm loans.
Tuesday, March 15th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Reno’s mishandling of short term loans going uninvestigated
Reno, Nevada, mishandled an $8 million loan short term from the state, but rather than investigating, the state is stretching out payments.
Monday, February 28th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
2 kids used as drug mules in Philly, parents arrested
Two parents have been arrested after the mother stuffed her sons' backpacks full of seven pounds of marijuana to get it out of the house.
Friday, February 18th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Where Is The Best Place To Get Payday Loans Online and Why?
There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?
Money bought dog, Lucy Lou, mayor position in Kentucky
Lucy Lou is a red and white border collie who is making history in Kentucky. In a 2008 election with 200 percent turnout, she was elected.
Friday, February 11th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Allentown, Pennsylvania, natural gas explosion damages 24 homes
A natural gas explosion destroyed row housing in Allentown, Penn. UGI utilities says the gas main under the homes recently passed inspection.
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Louisiana state employees likely forgoing pay raises
Though the state legislature has not yet voted, it is likely that Louisiana state government employees will not get their yearly pay raises.
Friday, February 4th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Why Borrow Money On Installments To Keep From Defaulting On Bills And Ruining Your Credit?
Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.
Baltimore doubling down on speed cameras
The City of Baltimore is issuing more speeding tickets and collecting more money, but it is paying most of the money to the camera company.
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Texas rolling unemployment loan to the private market
Several states are responsible for huge interest payments to the federal government. Rather than put budgets at risk, payments are extended.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Man dies in a tortilla mixing machine in Brooklyn
In yet another early-morning industrial accident, a young man has died in a tortilla mixing machine in Brooklyn. Police ruled it an accident.
Monday, January 24th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
How To Use Short Term Loans To Save Your Budget
There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.
Buyouts and cuts featured heavily in new Maryland budget
The new Maryland budget, proposed to the legislature today, contains cuts in employment and health care to make up a $1.6 billion shortfall.
Friday, January 21st, 2011 by By Mary Rice
200 cows dead in Wisconsin – viruses suspected
In yet another mass animal die-off, over 200 dairy cows were found dead in Wisconsin. No dangerous disease or conspiracy is suspected.
Wednesday, January 19th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Professor Alan Gin: San Diego County job decline leveling
University of San Diego economics professor Alan Gin sees a leveling off in what has for years been a negative San Diego County jobs outlook.
Tuesday, January 11th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Personal Loans Online Do Not Requre Credit Checks Or Collateral Deposits
Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.
Investigation: NYC snow bosses bought beer, encouraged slowdown
An investigation by New York officials is looking into accusations that snow cleanup supervisors purchased and drank beer during work hours.
Monday, January 3rd, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Sugarloaf ski lift collapses in wind gust; ski patrol evacuating
The Spillway East chairlift at Sugarloaf Ski area in Maine has been blown off its tracks by a wind gust. About 100 skiers are being evacuated.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
Economic growth in Louisiana dependent on government loans
Louisiana is facing tough economic times, but the combination of government loans and economic incentives is bringing in new businesses.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
Why Using a Cash Advance For a Spending Spree Is a Very Bad Idea!
Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.
Texas lawmakers considering a payday loan from casino interests
Facing a huge budget shortfall, lawmakers in Texas are thinking about trying to push through a bill that would legalize gambling in the state.
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
MTA in NYC, NJ Transit and LIRR snowfall disruptions
The NYC MTA trip planner is down. Use alternatives for planning your transit throughout the Northeast, on the LIRR, MTA or with NJ Transit.
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
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