The Buffalo News : Business Today

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

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David Robinson

Good riddance to 2008
New Business Columnist

Updated: 12/28/08 8:28 AM

Every time you look back at 2008, you pretty much end up with the same thought: Good riddance. The local economy, which was surprisingly robust for much of the year, finally went into the tank by the time November rolled around.

 (Updated: 12/28/08 8:28 AM )
Weaknesses turn fatal in tough times

Updated: 12/14/08 6:32 AM

For the Lackawanna galvanizing mill, it was one recession too many.

 (Updated: 12/14/08 6:32 AM )
Recession finally hits the region

Updated: 12/07/08 7:03 AM

The recession is finally taking a bite out of the Buffalo Niagara region. While the area for most of 2008 managed to dodge most of the pain from a recession that began a year ago, the tide has turned quickly the past month.

 (Updated: 12/07/08 7:03 AM )

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Sharon Linstedt

Want a firm bottom (line)? Help workers shed pounds

Updated: 09/15/08 6:41 AM

A small Silver Creek metals fabrication company is boasting a big “bottom line” improvement — nearly 400 pounds worth.

 (Updated: 09/15/08 6:41 AM )
Sharon Linstedt: Summer hours are a real treat

Updated: 08/04/08 8:25 AM

If you’re a white-collar worker employed by the Erie County or the City of Buffalo, you are entering another month of “summer hours.”

 (Updated: 08/04/08 8:25 AM )
Sharon Linstedt: Don’t forget to use your vacation time to recharge

Updated: 06/16/08 8:18 AM

With the summer vacation clock ticking loudly, it’s time to figure out how to cram some rest and relaxation into your work life.

 (Updated: 06/16/08 8:18 AM )