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Monday, February 8, 2010
Student-run credit unions gain popularity As Dallas and Wyoming Area school districts look into and plan to open their own student-run credit union branches, Tunkhannock Area School District is celebrating its second year of the program.
P&G Mehoopany Employees Federal Credit Union opened at Tunkhannock on Jan. 29, 2007. Citizens Voice
PSCU Financial Services Issues White Paper on Financial Habits, Preferences of Gen Y Monday, 08 February 2010 Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, PSCU Financial Services is the nations largest credit union service organization (CUSO) and serves more than 1,300 financial institutions nationwide. As a non-profit cooperative, the company is owned by more than 600 member credit unions representing over 14 million accounts and 940,000 online bill payment subscribers. PR-CANADA.net
Rotary project — Shelter Boxes for Haiti showing great community spirit Donations made into the containers at the Clearwater Resource Centre, Home Hardware, Rona, and deposited at the Interior Savings Credit Union will have been added up by the time you read this, and ShelterBoxes ordered accordingly. An interim totalling of deposits left at the Credit Union on Feb. 2 sends a second box on its way to Haiti with a good start on the next one. Clearwater North Thompson Times
BACK IN TIME Ron Federenko took over as manager of Thompson Valley Savings Credit Union in Clearwater from Marv Kropinak. BCLocalNews
"It's time to deliver on our promises for Derry" His late father, Philip, was a docker and was also one of the founding members of Derry Credit Union. Philips mother Mary, still lives in family home in Oakfield Crescent. Derry Today
Grass roots women become agents of change through leadership training "How many of you would like to become a JP?" she questioned, adding that "we have to do what we need to, to ensure that people see us for these opportunities." She also encouraged the trainees to join a credit union to help build their capacity for accessing financing. Jamaica Observer
IN RE BILL HEARD ENTERPRISES, INC. Credit Union v. State Farm Fire and Cas. Leagle.com
North Omaha is on development map Select a Category Accountants Accounting Services Certified Public Accountants Payroll Services Tax Services Attorneys Attorneys Other Legal Services Attractions Attractions Golf Miniature Golf Movie Theaters Sports Complex Stables Vineyard Automotive Aircraft Automotive Glass Automotive Parts and Accessories Stores Boat Dealers Body Upholstery and Paint Car Wash Motorcycle Dealers Muffler and Brake New Car Dealers Recreational... Omaha World-Herald - Jeffrey Robb
BankInfoSecurity.com Editor to Deliver 'State of Banking Information Security RSA Conference Platinum Media Sponsor, BankInfoSecurity.com, will also be presenting an educational session on information security in the finance industry based on results of a survey of bank, credit union, and financial professionals. PR.com
State backs bills to keep troubled banks' information secret The bills also aim to stem leaks from inside bank management by imposing new, $10,000 fines to bank and credit union employees for unlawful disclosure. The Spokesman Review
HERE'S THE DEAL Save to spend The account is a short-term, minimal-commitment savings account at a bank or credit union, a companion to a checking account meant to take monthly deductions from your paycheck. For example, depositing $10 each week from January through October would save you more than $400 easily. Honolulu Star-Bulletin - Gene Park
Stout retiring from Charter Oak Stout, Charter Oak Federal Credit Unions chief operations officer, is retiring after 44 years in the financial-services industry.
He is an active member of the Credit Union League of Connecticut, the Connecticut Mortgage Bankers Association, the Credit Union National Associations Advisory Board, and many civic groups. TheDay.com
Friendly credit union to open first city branch Winnipeg Free Press > Local > Friendly credit union to open first city branch
Friendly credit union to open first city branch . Winnipeg Free Press - Aldo Santin
Alabama
Bill limits credit cards for under-21 Locally, representatives from the UI Community Credit Union see the bill as a positive change to enforce credit-card responsibility among young users.
“If students don’t use credit cards responsibly, they can be stuck in debt for a long time,” Jim Kelly, the senior vice president of marketing at UI Credit Union, wrote in an e-mail. UI The Daily Iowan - Nicole Karlis
Arizona
Pinal County Federal Credit Union to open Those are the criteria for membership at Maricopa’s newest financial institution, Pinal County Federal Credit Union, opening Feb. 8. InMaricopa.com - Michael K. Rich
California
Little credit unions are a viable alternative to big banks Dear Liz: I want to stop supporting the greedy banking industry by changing my checking account from a big bank to my local credit union. But Im worried I will have to give up services I like, such as online banking and free bill payment. Los Angeles Times - Liz Pulliam Weston
Business calendar California Credit Union League
7:30-9 a.m. – Yolo Federal Credit Union hosts a business resources workshop at 266 W. Main St., Woodland. Sacramento Bee
'Break-even' analysis a critical step Jeff York is president and chief executive officer of CoastHills Federal Credit Union. He has 25 years experience in the financial services industry, 23 with credit unions, and has worked at CoastHills for four years. Santa Maria Times
Ex-POW helps service members break chains of debt Jim Bedinger, director of military affairs at USA Federal Credit Union, was inspired by a fellow prisoner he met in a POW camp in Hanoi, John McCain.
Jim is director of military affairs for USA Federal Credit Union, half of whose customer base is from the military. San Diego Union Tribune - Ozzie Roberts
Connecticut
Credit Still Tight For Businesses Franklin Trust Federal Credit Union has opened a branch inside Hartford Public High School, an office that will be staffed by student interns and regular company employees.
Franklin Trust is the nation’s fourth oldest federal credit and was originally named in 1934 as the “Public School Teachers of the City of Hartford Federal Credit Union.” . Hartford Business
Florida
Take a peek at college costs FAFSA Day is sponsored by the College Foundation of North Carolina, the NC Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators and the State Employees Credit Union. News & Observer - Mary Cornatzer
Idaho
Photo by: Bill Schaefer Lawrence Jackson, 27, allegedly walked into the Pocatello Railroad Federal Credit Union at 4708 Yellowstone on Jan. 13 and handed the teller a note demanding money. When the teller refused to comply, he fled the scene. Idaho State Journal - Debbie Bryce
Illinois
Business briefs Dupage Credit Union invites the community to attend its free, educational, no-obligation First-Time Home Financing Seminar from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Naperville Operations Center, 1515 Bond St. Sun Publications Chicago
Louisiana
Monday is shaping up to be a black and gold holiday for some businesses ASI Federal Credit Union doesn’t usually have the luxury of giving its more than 200 employees an extra, unofficial holiday at the spur of the moment. NOLA.com
Massachusetts
Business people Credit Union ( www.wcu.com), which has offices in 14 area communities, has named Bette A. Kalukiewicz of Littleton as an assistant branch manager in its Fitchburg office. Worcester Telegram
Maine
One big fundraiser: Students assemble to raise cash for Haiti All money raised will be put into a University Credit Union gift account and will be distributed among various charitable organizations, such as the Red Cross, that are assisting the relief effort in Haiti. The group also intends to seek out local businesses willing to cooperate and donate to the cause. The Maine Campus - Lauren Fleury
Michigan
Bill would curb benefit card fees To get the free withdrawal at a teller, youd need to go to a Chase bank or a participating bank or credit union that displays the Visa logo. Detroit Free Press - Susan Tompor
New Jersey
One prayer changes man's life forever It offers day care, education classes that cover computer skills in a partnership with the Morris County Organization for Hispanic Affairs, home finance and budgeting with the help of the Affinity Credit Union, an after-school program for teens with Teen Pride and parenting classes. Dailyrecord.com
Ohio
IN RE DIXON Champion Credit Union (In re Braun), 152 B.R. 466, 474 (N.D. Ohio 1993)). The French court went on to hold that "remedies are within the discretion of the court, and the party seeking contempt `must put on credible evidence showing the amount of the loss sustained." Id. Leagle.com - Neil P. Olack
Hildebrand posts high series of the year Sunrise also featured Jeff Robinson with 248-682 and John Cox 236-670 in Goins Photo Ball & Chain, Travis Shires rolled 209-603 and Mansel Hillard 258-602 in NASCAR, Zane Trace Federal Credit Union gave Chris Daums 248-683 and Max Perdues 257-607, and Saturday Night Ball, Bag and Shoe also had Chuck Norris 208-607. Zanesville Times Recorder
Oklahoma
Local credit union still growing Submitted illustration Getting its start more than 70 years ago with a handful of people and dollars on the Red River Army Depot base, Red River Federal Credit Union is growing again. Texarkana Gazette - Kristie Avery
Oregon
Saif Corporation Agri-Business Banquet Staffers Kyle Sexton and newly promoted Director of Communications Jessica Chambers visited with Andrea Brummond of MaPS Credit Union. Statesman Journal - Mary Louise VanNatta
Pennsylvania
BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF BUSINESS NEWS: Superior Credit Union donates $1,000 to Lower Providence Community Library
COLLEGEVILLE — Superior Credit Union, Collegeville, asked its employees one year ago to choose a charity that was near and dear to their hearts. They selected the Lower Providence Community Library as their charity for 2009. Pottstown Mercury
South Carolina
Family hopes to raise awareness amongst teenage parents Donations for the Owen Carduff Foundation can be made at Founders Federal Credit Union. The Herald | HeraldOnline.com - Kimberly Dick
Vermont
Free Press Staff Report • Monday, February 8, 2010 • How to Negotiate a Better Deal When Buying a Car: 5:30-7 p.m. , New England Federal Credit Union, Williston. Presenter: Brenda Harmon, NEFCU. BurlingtonFreePress.com
Good Works: TD donations top $27K in county - New England Federal Credit Union announced the results of its 11th annual Blankets of Hope drive. BurlingtonFreePress.com
Washington
Increase in Washington State SBA loan volume Among SBA lenders, Mountain West Bank, Numerica Credit Union, UniBank and South Sound Bank reported substantial increases in lending over the prior year. U.S. Bank was the top SBA lender in the state for the quarter with 44 loans totaling over $5.2 million. Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal
Robbery suspect says he hid in nearby brush The prime suspect in the Jan. 25 attempted robbery of the Twinstar Credit Union in Centralia told police he had hidden in brush next to the bank for 12 hours, during which police arrived, investigated and left, according to court documents. The Olympian
Wisconsin
NICE TO KNOW The Miracles would like to thank all of these fine local businesses and organizations who contributed to the success of this great tournament for our Special Olympic athletes: Manitowoc Company, Shipbuilders Credit Union, Rymar LLC, Kwik Trip in Two Rivers, Foxs Piggly Wiggly, Festival Foods, Wal-Mart, Lakeshore Screen Printing, Two Rivers Board of Education, Chartwell Food Service, Scotts Vending, Zaugs Vending, Watson Vending, Jerrys Bakery, Cher-Make Sausage, the Herald Times Reporter and the Lakeshore... Herald Times Reporter
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Warrant sought for man after Thai bomb attack He explained that a noodle soup seller, Janjira Na Nakhon, and other two people, who were members of Credit Union Cooperative 79 Ltd, previously signed contracts for Klong Toei market 2.
They had previously lodged a complaint at the Cooperative Promotion Office area 2 about lack of transparency at Credit Union Cooperative 79 Ltds administration, he said. AsiaOne
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Its part of the credit unions commitment to being more accessible and serving more members in Greater Victoria, said president and CEO Rod Dewar. Victoria News
Roberts: Tax filers beware: Rapid refunds are costly Individuals can open a bank account at a credit union, for example, with as little as $20. Indian Country Today - Michael E. Roberts
Requirements for lending might loosen Feb. 6--A STATEMENT FRIDAY FROM REGULATORS -- from the Federal Reserve to the FDIC, National Credit Union Administration and Office of Thrift Supervision, among others -- could loosen requirements used to rate borrowers. The new guidance to lenders especially concerns loans, and especially loans to small businesses. istockAnalyst.com
Caps sweep weekend games Before 642 fans at Credit Union Place, Will Johnston (1-1), Chad Earle (1-1), Ned OBrien and Darcy Ashley also scored for the Capitals, who received points from 13 different players. Cole MacMillan, Jason Gallant, Lance Pridham, Nathan DesRoches, Neil Sherren, Parker Deighan, Spencer MacDonald and Trevor Carmichael contributed single assists. Journal Pioneer - Jason Simmonds
Money briefs Credit union seminar on credit reports
ORNL Federal Credit Union is holding a free financial seminar on "Understanding Your Credit Report" at 6 p.m. Thursday. . Knoxville News Sentinel
Bibo: Finally see appeal of flying south "No more wintry mishmash," one of the credit union ladies scolds the Weather Channel broadcaster on the cafeteria TV screen. "No more!" . Peoria Journal Star - Terry Bibo
Clark, Dowling help destroy Rebels in Saturday night special Hands up those who predicted the Western Hockey League results from Swift Currents Credit Union i-plex Saturday night?
Head to Head: Red Deer Rebels vs. Prairie Post
Jim Bailey: A stroll through history of downtown Anderson Credit union membership in those days was greatly restricted, and branch banks came along later and competing banks much later. Anderson Herald Bulletin
Comings and Goings: New coffee shop opens Denise Sweet-McGregor, executive vice president, explained that it stands for U Credit Union: "Its about U." . Yuma Sun - Joyce Lobeck
Alabama
PTA News: Actors rehearse 'Sound of Music' The Franklin PTA will host a meeting at 6:30 tonight in the auditorium featuring a representative from the Glendale City Credit Union speaking about “Parent/Children Money Matters.” The meeting will be followed by a Ben Franklin Elementary Foundation meeting. Glendale News Press - Fran Tunno
California
Snap a photo of what you love, get published Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at all Wachovia Banks, Whetstone Chocolates at 13 Anastasia Blvd., at Community First Credit Union locations, or at the door. To buy tickets over the phone or for more information, call the RSVP office at (904) 547-3945. Florida Times-Union
Q&A: Roots in Boston, heart in California I had to take out loans from the LAPD credit union to get started. I look back now and I think I must have been nuts, but everything worked out. Contra Costa Times - Tracy Manzer
With the Euro Falling, US Recovery Is Under Threat But if your dissolute neighbors -- with whom you happen to share a credit union -- threaten to implode their debt rollovers, and markets react negatively, how can you be held responsible? . Huffington Post (blog)
It's always a battle of the brains in the annual Riverside County Academic Decathlon Altura Credit Union provided 30 volunteers to work the event, which was spread over two weekends. . Press-Enterprise - Jerry Soifer
Colorado
Online Resources Adds New Clients In a news release, the Company said that Ent Federal Credit Union, with $3 billion in assets and serving more than 197,000 members in Colorado, is one of the new clients that chose the companys on-premise banking solution. The credit union will customize the solution and make it available to its members, including the companys enhanced personal financial management (PFM) service, in May. Trading Markets
Florida
Mumbling, fumbling, bumbling woman fails in two credit union robbery attempts in Memphis When she also pulled a gun, the teller left. Orlando Sentinel
Pelicans, WSRE promote literacy Portofino Island and Levin Rinke Resort Realty, Gulf Winds Federal Credit Union and Tom Thumb have joined the team this year to help promote literacy. Pensacola News Journal
Georgia
Columbia Chamber hosts annual awards banquet Also at the banquet, board chairmanship of the chamber passed from previous chairman John T.Y. Smith to Yvonne Meeks of SRP Federal Credit Union. Columbia County News Times - Donnie Fetter
Faces and places: Carlyle employees receive professional certifications The Perry Area Chamber of Commerce has selected Robins Federal Credit Union as the 2009 Business of the Year. The chamber selects a business annually that “represents the best of the best.”
Chamber officials said Robins Federal Credit Union strives to provide a world class product while offering customer service with a hometown attitude. Macon Telegraph
Kansas
Lon and Irene Myers' 70th anniversary reception will be held from 2 to 4 pm She later worked for the Kansas Teachers Credit Union. Pittsburg Morning Sun - Nikki Patrick
Massachusetts
The Corporate Shuffle William Rosa was elected chairman of the board of directors of Crescent Credit Union in Brockton. Boston Herald - Renee Nadeau Algarin
Michigan
Business in Brief: 02/07/2010 Local partners with Cherryland are Members Credit Union and Brown Lumber Co. Traverse City Record Eagle
North Carolina
AARP, IRS offer free help with taxes There are five locations in this area - Catholic Charities, 590 Cedar Creek Road, 424-2020; Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Fayetteville, 316 Green St., 323-3192; Fayetteville Senior Citizens Center, 739 Blue St., 433-1136; Fayetteville Urban Ministries, 701 Whitfield St., 483-5944; and Latino Community Credit Union, 100 Hay St., 323-4334. FayObserver.com - Catherine Pritchard
Funeral held for Marine Memorial donations may be made to the Kaitlyn Marie Angus Fund at Railroad Industrial Federal Credit Union, 3710 N. 50th St., Tampa FL 33619. Tampa Tribune
New York
Man charged with burglary In a separate incident Feb. 3 or Feb. 4, police said he took checks from a family member and tried to cash a check for $480 at a Visions Federal Credit Union on Court Street. The credit union notified the customer about the incident. Press & Sun-Bulletin
Texas
Riders take their horses for a spin The move brought cheers from the stands at the 1st Community Credit Union Spur Arena. San Angelo Standard-Times - Matt Phinney
Wisconsin
MCU and Brooklyn Cyclones Announce MCU Park Municipal Credit Union (MCU) and the Brooklyn Cyclones today announced a new name for the teams Coney Island ballpark - MCU Park. In addition to the naming rights, MCU and the Cyclones entered into a comprehensive 11-year marketing partnership that launches the Cyclones 10th season in Brooklyn. PR-USA.net
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