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Economic recovery likely to be ‘bumpy,’ Yellen says
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says the economic recovery is going to be “bumpy,” with high inflation readings likely to last through the end of this year.
Employers find opioid crisis has become workplace crisis
As employers are increasingly drawn into the opioid crisis, they need to draft clear workplace drug policies, educate their workers on the dangers of addiction and work closely with insurers and pharmacy benefit plans to spot and prevent potential problems, experts said Tuesday.
Jails slow to dispense meds that curb inmates’ cravings
At a time when the government is trying to deal with a nationwide opioid epidemic, many jails are slow to help addicted inmates, only now beginning to roll out medicines to help them overcome their cravings. And most of those jails dispense only one of the available drugs.
Baltimore recovery funds require businesses to pledge not to sue
If a riot-damaged business wants a recovery grant or loan from the Baltimore Development Corp. it first has to agree not to sue the city over damages it incurred. The […]
Richard Eberhart Hall: Why smart growth strengthens rural areas
Maryland is a great, compact and diverse state — some call it “America in miniature.” It is important that we work together and celebrate that diversity as one Maryland, not to opportunistically pit one region of the state against the other.
U.S. builder confidence dips amid budget impasse
U.S. homebuilders are feeling less confident in the housing market, reflecting their uncertainty over the budget impasse in Washington. The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo builder sentiment index released […]
Survey: Sluggish global economic recovery ahead
WASHINGTON — A robust recovery for the global economy remains well out of reach. That’s the view that emerges from a survey of economists just as the Federal Reserve is […]
Sandy recovery plan includes Smith Island buyouts
PRINCESS ANNE — A draft plan for Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts in Somerset County includes $1 million for property buyouts on Smith Island, despite local officials’ opposition. The Daily Times […]
Crisfield Crabhouse a symbol of hurricane recovery
CRISFIELD — A popular waterfront restaurant closed for nearly two years was reopened this week by a group of locals who hope to send a clear message: Crisfield is still […]
More evidence of a housing recovery
WASHINGTON — A jump in sales of previously occupied homes and further gains in home construction suggest the U.S. housing recovery is gaining momentum. The pair of reports Wednesday follows […]
Home prices post first 12-month gain since ’10
WASHINGTON — U.S. home prices are finally starting to increase consistently. A gauge of national home prices rose in June compared with the same month last year, according to the […]
All signs pointing to steady housing recovery
WASHINGTON — The recovery of the U.S. housing market is looking steadier and more sustainable, a trend that will likely add to economic growth in 2012 for the first time […]
