Armstrong's SR VP of Human Resources Angello L
Lancaster, PA September 22, 2005 -— According to the Lancaster New Era, the executive in charge of human relations at Armstrong World Industries has left the company.
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Bed Bath & Beyond 2Q Earnings Up 18%
Union, NJ, September 22, 2005 -- Bed Bath & Beyond reported second quarter earnings of $141.4 million, or $0.47 per share, an increase of nearly 18%.
Välinge Scores Another Patent Victory
Viken, Sweden - September 22, 2005 -- The recent victory at the European patent Office (EPO) once again shows that Välinge's patents are important, new and inventive.
Leading Indicators Off 0.2%
New York, NY, September 22, 2005 -- The Conference Board announced today that the U.S. leading index decreased 0.2 percent, the coincident index increased 0.2 percent and the lagging index decreased 0.1 percent in August.
Foamex to be Delisted from Nasdaq
Linwood, PA, September 22, 2005 -- Foamex said it has received notice from The Nasdaq Stock Market, Listing Qualifications Department indicating that, in accordance with Nasdaq Marketplace Rules, the company will be delisted from the Nasdaq Stock Market a
Pennsylvania Governor Approves Loan for Best Tile
Harrisburg, PA, September 22, 2005 -— Pennsylvania Governor Edward G. Rendell announced the approval of ten Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) loans totaling more than $13.4 million.
Jobless Claims Jump Following Katrina
Washington, DC, September 22, 2005 -- On a surge of storm-related job losses, first-time claims for unemployment benefits rose by 8,000 to a seasonally adjusted 432,000 in the week ending Sept. 17, the Labor Department said Thursday.
Milliken 180 Walls Awarded GreenGuard Certificatio
Atlanta, GA, September 22, 2005 -- The Greenguard Environmental Institute awards Milliken & Company's 180 Walls(TM) with Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Certification.
NRF Projects 5% Growth in Holiday Sales
Washington, DC, September 21, 2005--On the heels of the strongest holiday season in five years, retailers can expect moderate holiday sales growth this year.
Foamex Receives Court Approval of First Day Motion
Linwood, PA, September 21, 2005--Foamex said it has received approval from the Bankruptcy Court for the company's "first day" motions that will enable its operations to proceed smoothly and without interruption throughout its reorganization case.