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Final air permit issued by Ohio EPA to V&M Star

YOUNGSTOWN – The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a final air permit to V&M Star for a possible expansion of its operations. The agency held a public hearing in February to gather input about the company’s proposed expansion.

The air permit establishes limits on emissions and the operation, and requires the use of best available control technology to restrict emissions. The permit decision can be appealed to the Environmental Review Appeals Commission within 30 days.

V&M Star has said it has delayed a decision on the expansion because of the slowdown in the economy.

Home-buying seminar requires reservations

BOARDMAN — A home-buying seminar will be at 7 p.m. today at First Place Bank, 724 Boardman-Poland Road. Seating is limited, and reservations can be made by calling (330) 757-1300.

The seminar is sponsored by Real Living Volpini Realty Group, First Place Bank, Commonwealth Suburban Land Title and Bass Home Inspection. Topics to be covered include stimulus package benefits, regulations, financing, home inspections and warranties, title process and the role of the Internet.

Attendees also will receive market forecast information on Mahoning Valley real estate for 2009.

From Vindicator staff and wire reports