Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Rep. Terri Sewell's First Bill Would Allow Tax-Exempt Accounts for Small Businesses

U.S. Department of Education Invites Guaranty Agencies to Propose Creative Business Innovations

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke Outlines Administration Views on America Invents Act

MBDA Announces Opportunity to Run New Federal Procurement Business Center

Government of Canada Supports "The Bridge Between Us"

Monday, May 30, 2011

Banks’ Relationships With Customers Under Growing Pressure in UK and Ireland, According to Accenture Survey

Gov. Perry: Loser Pays Lets Employers Spend Less Time in the Courtroom, More Time Creating Jobs

Nation has witnessed the spirit of Joplin, Gov. Nixon says, and the city will rebuild on a foundation of faith

Government supports community youth projects

New internship program allows students to build their skills while sharing them with community organizations

Panel Discussion on Volunteerism and Community Development

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Sunday, May 29, 2011

Resurgent American Auto Manufacturers Signal an Economy on the Rise

U.S.-Polish Efforts to Advance Democracy Worldwide

450,000 Students Across the Country Impacted by Bounty's "We Love Our School" Program School Cleaning Program Engaged Students, Teachers and Parents with Help from Julianne Moore, Kimora Lee Simmons and PTO Today

Kellogg Company Commits Additional $250,000 to U.S. Disaster Relief Efforts

BNSF Foundation Donates $100,000 to Assist Joplin Area Tornado Victims

Pitney Bowes Announces Customer Communications Makeover Contest for Small Business Owners

Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics benefit from another record-setting $300,000 contribution from the 2011 Black & Veatch Charity Golf Tournament

SourceRight Solutions Launches Preferred Supplier Program to Deliver Trusted, High-Quality Suppliers to Managed Services Customers

Intel Creates AppUp Small Business Service on Hybrid Cloud

PwC Contributes $1 Million to Advance Women's Leadership in Business

Friday, May 27, 2011

Cantwell, Murray Urge DOE to Transfer Hanford Land to Community for Private Sector Job Growth

SBA Loans Available for Homeowners, Renters and Non-profits Hit by Tornado

Small Business Owner: Obama Administration’s Labor Agenda “Stifles Job Creation & Economic Growth”

VA Honors Military Sacrifice on Memorial Day

SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Kansas Residents and Businesses Affected by the Reading Tornadoes

HUD AWARDS $15 MILLION TO HELP PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS OBTAIN JOBS, ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE

Facts About Ex-Im Bank Loans To Support Petrobras's Purchases of Goods and Services Made by American Workers

MINISTER THANKS SASKATCHEWAN RESIDENTS, VOLUNTEERS, PUBLIC SECTOR AND CROWN EMPLOYEES

From fraud-spotting to marketing through social media, Vitalize offers wealth of resources for nonprofit organizations

Government of Canada Supports Vancouver Symphony Society's New School of Music

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Thursday, May 26, 2011

Casey Presses Secretary Geithner on Slow Implementation of Small Business Jobs Bill

Casey Calls for End to Pass-Throughs that Hurt Small Businesses

Local Unemployment Continues to Drop Across the State

Begich Reveals New Report Highlighting Importance of Social Security for Veterans

Over $10 Million Approved in SBA Disaster Loans for Alabama Residents; Urges Return of Disaster Loan Applications

Snowe: Benefits of Regulatory Review are Undeniable

New U.S.-Mexico Telecommunications Agreement Will Ease Burdens on U.S. Manufacturers

President Obama Announces Members of the President's Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanics

Department of Education Issues Guidance on Rights of Students With Disabilities When Educational Institutions Use Technology

U.S. Chamber Supports New Legislation to Stop White House from Politicizing Federal Contracts

TEACHERS’ UNION DEMANDS TOTAL $320 MILLION IN WAGE INCREASES

Prime Minister Stephen Harper speaks with President Barack Obama

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Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Governor O'Malley, U.S. Treasurer Rosie Rios Announce $23 Million to Support Maryland Small Businesses

SBA Opens Business Recovery Center in Morgan County

Landrieu, Snowe Honor Entrepreneurial Spirit In America

Veterans Descend on Honolulu to Compete in the National Veterans Golden Age Games

SBA Recognizes Two Kentuckians for Their Outstanding Disaster Recovery Efforts

Over $10 Million Approved in SBA Disaster Loans for Alabama Residents; Urges Return of Disaster Loan Applications

Business Recovery Center Opens in Joplin

SBA Recognizes Two Tennesseans For Their Outstanding Disaster Recovery Efforts

Women Continue to Progress into Senior Leadership Roles

Minister of Veterans Affairs Meets with Korean Delegation

Canada Marks 50th Anniversary of the OECD

Minister of Finance Will Deliver the Next Phase of Canada's Economic Action Plan

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Working Mother Magazine Names American Express to 2011 Best Companies for Multicultural Women

Brown Announces SBA-Designation To Spur Job Creation And Economic Development In Wilmington

Brown: Consumers Deserve Oversight And Transparency To Support Job Creation And Finanical Stability

Brown Testifies At U.S. Senate Committee Hearing Examining Prescription Drug Abuse

Ohio Third Frontier Internship Program Provides Nearly $2 Million to Retain Top Talent

Statement from Governor Cuomo on UB 2020 Summit and Plan to Construct Medical Campus in Downtown Buffalo

Boxer Speaks Out on Devastating Impact of Republican Budget on Women and Seniors

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES BEGINS SECOND YEAR OF STRATEGIC STEPS FOR GROWTH, A PROGRAM FOR NEW YORK CITY’S MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS

President Obama Nominates Two to the United States Tax Court

SBA Introduces New Mobile Application for Small Business Owners, Entrepreneurs

Red Frog Events Named DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year by U.S. Chamber

U.S. Chamber Honors New Orleans Small Business with 2011 Community Excellence Award

Prime Minister Welcomes the Launch of New Website to Protect Canadian Children

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City of Vancouver Declares June 11th as "Environment Canada Day" in Celebration of 40 Years of Environmental Leadership

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Canada Welcomes Signing of Agreement That Allows Honduras to Rejoin the Organization of American States

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Monday, May 23, 2011

State Approves more than $580,000 in Clean Ohio Assistance Funds for Northern Ohio

SBA Opens Business Recovery Centers in Alabama

HUD AWARDS $153 MILLION TO REVITALIZE SEVERELY DISTRESSED PUBLIC HOUSING IN EIGHT COMMUNITIES

HUD OFFERS $9.1 MILLION TO HIV/AIDS HOUSING PROGRAMS

New Report Forecasts Strong U.S. Travel and Tourism Growth During Next Five Years

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Congress Should Reform No Child Left Behind This Year

Helping people affected by wildfires in Slave Lake and other communities

U.S. Small Business Administration Names Wells Fargo 2011 Large 7(a) Lender of the Year

PNC Creates Sports and Entertainment Finance Group

Pitney Bowes Survey: 76 Percent of Small Businesses Believe Ideal Marketing Mix Includes both Physical and Digital Communications

New Partnership to Address Urgent Need for Safe Water in Schools and Educate US and Canadian School Children P&G, Wasrag, H2O for Life, and Africare Unite

NGLCC Celebrates National Small Business Week with Regional LGBT Business Leaders

Nearly Half of Americans Lack Confidence in U.S. Companies’ Ability To Recover from a Japan-Like Crisis

Helping Small Business Owners Manage Credit Wisely

ArcelorMittal launches CAN$2.1 billion dollar investment and the creation of 8,000 jobs

ADP Honored for Diversity

Senate Passes One Year Extension for Federal R&D Small Business Programs

SBA Opens Business Recovery Centers in Alabama

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Friday, May 20, 2011

Governor Cuomo Launches Summer Jobs Express To Encourage Businesses To Hire 16,500 Youths

Gov. Nixon cuts ribbon on IBM's new facility in Columbia; project is creating 800 new area jobs

SBA Recognizes Resource Partners for their Contributions to the Growth of Small Businesses

Six Lenders and Two Investment Companies Receive Top SBA Recognition at National Small Business Week

SBA Honors National Small Business Champions

Vermont Manufacturer of Mobile Health Care Units Is National Small Business Person of the Year

Ex-Im Bank Small Business Export Financing Exceeds $2.4 Billion, 1700 Transactions

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Longtime Yukoner honoured with Beringia Research Award at Gold Show

Area companies sign up for lessons in exporting

Programs help rural communities get connected and diversify

Alberta's investment boosts Aboriginal economic participation

Gov. Nixon makes appointments to Small Business Regulatory Fairness Board, Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners

Dalrymple Announces 2011 National Youth Science Camp Representatives

Gov. Nixon makes appointments to Small Business Regulatory Fairness Board, Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners

Dalrymple Announces 2011 National Youth Science Camp Representatives

Secretary of State Charles E. Summers, Jr. to Recognize the Women's Educational & Industrial Union of Saco for 100 Years of Incorporation

More than 900 competitors to participate in National Veterans Golden Age Games at the Hawai'i Convention Center May 26-31

Senator Snowe Renews Call to Ensure Small Business Consideration in the Federal Regulatory Process

SBA Honors Alabama, Missouri Firms For Excellence in Small Business Contracting

SBA Honors Outstanding Disaster Recovery Efforts

Thursday, May 19, 2011

IDB approves $100 million facility to support financing for small and medium enterprises

Alabama, Missouri Companies Win National Procurement Awards at SBA's National Small Business Week

Snowe Questions Effectiveness of New Treasury Small Business Lending Fund

Small Business Committee Reviews Progress of Small Business Jobs Act of 2010

U.S. Department of Energy Announces Expanded Partnership with Industry to Advance Next-Generation Automotive Technologies

Department of Energy Offers Conditional Commitment for Loan Guarantee to Support Solar Generation Project in Nevada

Commerce Secretary Gary Locke Highlights Export Successes of Montana-based Green Manufacturer

U.S. Chamber Commends President’s Commitment to Economic Development in the Middle East

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Premier Clark promotes B.C. green economy in Washington

Barrhead and Westlock to jointly host 2013 Alberta 55 Plus Summer Games

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Response to PDD administrative review focuses on better outcomes for Albertans with developmental disabilities

Premier Stelmach announces initial $50 million for disaster recovery

MLA Cal Dallas joins Canada Connects mission to Washington

Commerce Secretary Gary Locke Discusses Small Business Competitiveness at APEC Green Growth Forum, Meets with APEC Trade Ministers

U.S. Chamber President Reaffirms American Businesses Support for Ireland’s Economic Recovery

Productivity, innovation and expanding workforce are key to making Alberta's economy more competitive

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Coca-Cola Opens Happiness With Its New "Eight-Pack" of Athletes for London 2012 Olympic Games

Accenture Teams with Back On My Feet Chicago To Provide People Experiencing Homelessness With The Skills They Need To Get A Job

Senator Snowe Introduces Legislation Equalizing Tax Benefits for Tip-Dependent Professionals

SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Louisiana Residents and Businesses Affected by the Acadia Parish Tornado

The United States and New Zealand Sign Joint Statement on Global Supply Chain Security

Secretary Napolitano Announces the Extension of Temporary Protected Status for Haiti Beneficiaries

Revamped Tourism Website Wins National Award

Booming Activity in Labrador West Continues to Lead to Benefits for Small Business

Monday, May 16, 2011

Bennet Backs Effort to Crack Down on Black Market Drugs, Protect Colorado Consumers

Small Business Owners Not Optimistic

White House Releases The Small Business Agenda: Growing America's Small Businesses to Win the Future Highlighting Critical Support for Small Businesses Across the Country

Small Business Owners Nationwide to Discuss Federal Regulatory Enforcement and Compliance Issues During National Hearing

SBA Kicks Off National Small Business Week 2011 in Washington, D.C.

DOE Announces Funding for U.S.-India Joint Clean Energy Research and Development Center

Commerce Secretary Gary Locke Honors U.S. Companies with Highest Award for Exports

U.S. Chamber Report Highlights Private Sector Innovations that are Transforming Education

Provincial Heritage Fair to celebrate history and culture

New Brunswick and Nova Scotia commit to continued energy collaboration

Government of Canada Welcomes International Criminal Court Prosecutor's Request for Warrants for Qadhafi and Members of Libyan Regime

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Saturday, May 14, 2011

HarperCollins and RR Donnelley Announce Intent to Enter Into Strategic Printing and Supply Chain Management Agreement

Realogy’s Outreach Efforts Culminate in Over $5 Million in Charitable Donations in 2010

CARGONEWS ASIA PRESENTS PORT OF NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY WITH PRESTIGIOUS ASIAN FREIGHT AND SUPPLY CHAIN AWARD

Secret Extends Partnership With Girls on the Run Giving $200,000 Grant to Help Promote Confident, Fearless Young Women

Chase celebrates Small Business Week with $1,000 in incentives, exclusive eCommerce solutions

ITW Board of Directors Authorize New $4 Billion Share Repurchase Program

Community Organizations Receive $420,000 From ConAgra Foods Foundation to Fight Child Hunger

BP, The Royal Opera House and the Olympic Museum to bring a Unique Exhibition to London in Celebration of the London 2012 Olympic Games

Private Sector Logistics Emergency Teams Support Relief Efforts in Japan

Alabama’s WIC Program reaches out to storm victims

SBA Proposes Increase in Size Standards To Help Reflect Changes in Marketplace

President Obama Proclaims National Small Business Week

Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Participation in National Police Week Events

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke Takes New Markets, New Jobs Export Tour to Wilmington, Delaware

GOVERNMENT COMMITS ADDITIONAL $2.3 MILLION TO DISABILITY INCOME PROGRAM

Province invests in Edmonton's community service groups with grant funding

Support for crime prevention and reduction projects reaches across Alberta

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Matchmaking events bring small business borrowers and lenders together

State Arts Council Awards First Annual Arts in Tourism Award to WaterFire

Governor Quinn Announces Continental Tires the Americas Investing $224 Million to Expand Illinois Facility

Gov. Announces Best Year for Alaska Exports

Call for Applications 2011 – 2012 Youth Ambassador Program

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Sportfest Showcases Diversity of Organized Sport for Youth in the Province

U.S.-China Comprehensive Framework for Promoting Strong, Sustainable and Balanced Growth and Economic Cooperation

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Economic Optimism Continues to Grow Among Women-Owned Businesses: WIPP Annual Survey Results Are In!

WV Chefs Helping Southern Food Companies Develop International Markets Through Regional Trade Association

Maine DEP Announces Toll-Free Assistance Hotline, Services For Businesses and Individuals

Women's Business Center of North Alabama Staffing Booth at Disaster Recovery Center

SBA Stands Ready to Assist Missouri Residents and Businesses Affected by Severe Storms, Flooding and Tornadoes

SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Texas Residents and Businesses Affected by the Wichita County Complex Wildfires

Department of Energy Small Business Conference Starts Today in Kansas City, Missouri

PROVINCE PROCLAIMS WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS WEEK IN SASKATCHEWAN

SASKATCHEWAN YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP INDUSTRY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM RECEIVES MORE INDUSTRY SUPPORT

Women’s Institute says roadside cleanup everyone’s responsibility

PROVINCE ANNOUNCES NEW COTTAGE COUNTRY OPPORTUNITIES FOR MANITOBA FAMILIES

LIVESTOCK EMERGENCY DECLARED BY PROVINCE

Investments to be made in services for women

Alberta government continues commitment to reducing crime

Bill 20 to extend cancer coverage to volunteer firefighters

Quest For Gold! Whitehorse to Host National Cadet Championship

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Monday, May 9, 2011

Accenture Named Top Outsourcing Provider by International Association of Outsourcing Professionals

Washington state wins additional high-speed-rail funding rejected by Florida

Gov. Perry Appoints Davidson and Young to State Employee Charitable Campaign Policy Committee

Small Businesses Provide NASA with High-Tech Solutions

President Obama Hosts White House Jewish American Heritage Month Reception

Readout of the President's Meeting with the Co-Chairs of the U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue

U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces $2 Billion for High-Speed Intercity Rail Projects to Grow Jobs, Boost U.S. Manufacturing and Transform Travel in America

HUD AND GERMAN MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT, BUILDING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT AGREE TO COOPERATE ON SUSTAINABLITY

Grizzly Valley Subdivision country residential lots for sale in fall 2011

SASKGAMING CELEBRATES RESPONSIBLE GAMING AWARENESS WEEK

SASKATCHEWAN LOW-INCOME SENIORS MADE SAFER THROUGH HOME SECURITY PROGRAM

MULTIPLE HOUSING UNIT CONSTRUCTION INCREASES

MANITOBA DAY CELEBRATED WITH CITIZENSHIP CEREMONY IN PORTAGE LA PRAIRIE

The Government of Canada, British Columbia and Port Authority Celebrate the Opening of the Nanaimo Cruise Ship Terminal

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Brown Presents Overdue or Replacement Military Medals to Nearly 30 Northeast Ohio Veterans and Family Members

Small Wineries Want Law Changed to Allow Self-distribution

Clean Energy Will Help Us Out-Compete and Out-Innovate the Rest of the World

J.P. Morgan Purchasing Card Program Recognized by Eaton Corporation With a Premier Supplier Award

Procter & Gamble Honors Moms of Special Olympics Athletes by Supporting the Global Movement and Special Olympics Team USA's Journey to the Upcoming World Games

Sam’s Club® Stands with Americans to Support Local Small Businesses during National Small Business Week

Agility Retains Best Green Logistics Service Provider Award at the 2011 AFSCAs

Cee Lo Changes His Tune, Promising Not to 'Forget' the Nation's Volunteers as Part of Battery Donation Program to Power Volunteer Firefighters Across the U.S.

Commission on Economic Inclusion annual diversity survey shows gains

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke Announces $1.4 Million to Help Attract New Industry and Jobs to Heber Springs, Arkansas

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke Announces $1 Million to Support Growth in the Metal Fabrication Sector in Lebanon, Missouri

Communities Invited to Apply for Capital Grant Programs

Friday, May 6, 2011

Getting Tough Things Done: Governor Shumlin’s Successful 2011 Legislative Session

CARDIN, MIKULSKI APPLAUD $180,000 GRANT TO HELP ELIMINATE HEALTH DISPARITIES IN WESTERN MARYLAND

President Obama authorizes presidential disaster declaration for six Iowa counties

SOCIAL SERVICES MINISTER LAUNCHES HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WOMEN BUILD IN SASKATOON

New supportive housing for women and children in Surrey

New plan focuses on working together to build Aboriginal participation in Alberta's workforce

Province honours community crime fighters

Harper Government Connecting Young Canadians to Canada's Nature and History Grade 8 Students to Once Again Receive Free Passes to Canada's Beloved Places

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Thursday, May 5, 2011

CSC to Support World Trade Center Health Program

WVSBDC Offers Small Business Startup Workshop

CARDIN SAYS U.S. AID TO PAKISTAN MUST BE FOCUSED ON PARTNERSHIP WITH PAKISTANI PEOPLE

SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Iowa Residents and Businesses

Small Business Hiring: Slow, Steady

Landrieu: Small Business Innovation Now in Jeopardy

U.S. EDA Invests to Help Washington, Missouri Region Create New Manufacturing Jobs

U.S. EDA Invests to Support Growth of Montana’s Green Energy Sector

U.S. Chamber’s Energy Institute Steps Up Efforts to Increase Domestic Energy Production

SASKATCHEWAN MAJOR CITIES TOP ECONOMIC GROWTH IN 2011

MANITOBANS CELEBRATE INUIT CULTURE, STRENGTHED TIES WITH NUNAVUT: SELINGER

NEW TAX CREDIT DESIGNED TO HELP MORE MANITOBA CHILDREN PARTICIPATE IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Jobsite inspections focus on safety of young workers

City Proposes New Green Plan as the Way to Sustainability

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Southern Twisters Hit an Economy Already Hurting

Two Out of Three Employees at Large Companies Looking for the Exit Sign

Washington schools earn cash awards for reducing waste and promoting sustainability

Background on the President’s Meeting with Members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Today

Readout of the President's Meeting with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus on Fixing the Broken Immigration System

VA Hosts Veteran Small Business Conference in New Orleans

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Accenture Grants Plan International US$1.93 Million to Provide Young Adults in Vietnam and India with Business Skills

State of Ohio Hosts Forum on Increasing Financial Capital for Businesses

Governor Cuomo and SUNY Chancellor Zimpher Unveil Groundbreaking "NYSUNY 2020" Program

HUD AWARDS $23 MILLION TO HELP IMPROVE STATE AND LOCAL HOUSING, HOMELESS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

Secretary Napolitano Announces Funding to Strengthen Interoperable Emergency Communications Along and Across U.S. Borders

Culture action plan to be presented to Toronto's Economic Development Committee

Gov. Hickenlooper recognizes state Employees with proclamation

Monday, May 2, 2011

Eleven More Alabama Counties Designated for Disaster Assistance

Eleven More Alabama Counties Designated for Disaster Assistance

SBA Stands Ready to Assist Alabama Residents Affected by Severe Storms, Tornadoes, High Winds and Flooding

Casey on Killing of Bin Laden

Green Party supports collaboration to address Aboriginal issues

Chase Commits to Lend $12 Billion to U.S. Small Businesses in 2011

New Wells Fargo survey: Small business owner optimism declines

Consumer Electronics Ownership, Spending in Brazil Ranks Highest Among 8 Countries; Tops China, Germany and the U.S.

Honduras to improve basic education with IDB support

Chase to add up to 1,000 jobs in Central Ohio

Merck Announces New $5 Billion Share Repurchase Program

The Home Depot Foundation Creates $1 Million Fund For Spring Storm Relief and Recovery Efforts

“Spend Less, but Grow More” is Easier Said Than Done as Companies Struggle to Balance Cost Management with Growth Plans