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Business showcase officials: Recession could be over

Thursday, September 17, 2009

YOUNGSTOWN — Some local businesses are seeing signs that the Federal Reserve chairman was right — the recession could be over.

“The worst is behind us, and we’re looking forward to the fourth quarter,” said Lynda Malone, co-owner of Warren Fire Equipment in Lordstown.

She was among the business officials who were looking to bolster those year-end sales by setting up a booth today at Business Showcase 2009 at the Covelli Center.

Those who were interviewed supported the view of Ben Bernanke, who said this week that the 21-month recession “very likely” has come to an end. Sales were slow earlier this year but have picked up recently, local business leaders said.

For the complete story, see Friday’s Vindicator and Vindy.com