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Deals of the Hour / September 3, 2010, 1:40 pm

Fed could have saved Lehman, ex-CEO accuses

The commission must deliver a report to President Barack Obama and Congress by Dec. 15 that explains the causes of the crisis and ... But Wells Fargo & Co. then struck a deal to take over Wachovia that required no ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-09-02T00:37:19Z)

Deere sells wind energy business, John Deere Renewables, to Exelon subsidiary for $900 million

MOLINE, Ill. (AP) — Deere & Co. is selling its wind energy business to a subsidiary of Exelon for $900 million. The company said Tuesday that the sale of John Deere Renewables will allow it to focus on ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-31T11:23:56Z)

Kroenke Dominates Beavers in 3-1 Aces Victory

... Beavers ... Jeff Bailey finished 0-for-3, ending his franchise-record and Pacific Coast League-leading 42-consecutive game home on-base streak. The series continues on Wednesday night at Aces Ballpark. RHP Cesar ... (Source: OurSports Central 2010-09-01T12:55:48Z)

Deere & Co (DE) Announces $900M Wind Energy Business Sale to Exelon (EXC) Unit

Deere & Company (NYSE: DE ) agrees to sell its John Deere Renewables, LLC business to Exelon Generation Company, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Exelon Corporation (NYSE: EXC ), for a total consideration of $900 ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-08-31T11:02:27Z)

Car sales worst for August since '83

The bleak results were a reminder that, for all the good news about the turnaround of the Detroit automakers ... according to AutoData Corp. "Coming in below a million units is eye-opening for August," said Paul Ballew, (Source: Courier-Post 2010-09-03T07:45:38Z)

Aces Pitcher Jeff Bailey Hits 75th RBI of Season - Aces 3 - Beavers 11

Jeff Bailey notched his 75th RBI of the season, but the Portland offense was too much Wednesday night, as the Beavers topped the Aces, 11-3, at Aces Ballpark. The ... Aces starter Cesar Valdez (5-10) took the loss ... (Source: Examiner 2010-09-02T20:25:35Z)

Police kill suspect in Hercules fatal beating; possible link to Vallejo missing persons case

HERCULES -- A man suspected in the weekend killing of 73-year-old Ricardo Sales was ... reported kidnapped from Vallejo last week and may be connected with the case, police said. Suspect Efren Valdemoro, 38, (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-31T17:00:22Z)

First Niagara Deal Faces AG Scrutiny

NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal is raising questions about a proposed $1.5 billion acquisition of New Haven, Conn.-based NewAlliance Bancshares ( Symbol : NAL ) by First ... (Source: Inside Fidelity 2010-09-02T15:39:15Z)

Opening weekend packs plenty of punch on the gridiron

which might be good news for Hokies TBs Ryan Williams and Darren Evans. Tech QB Tyrod Taylor is a dual threat who might need his mobility to avoid Broncos DE Ryan Winterswyk. Don't be surprised if a wild-card ... (Source: USA Today 2010-09-03T04:32:21Z)

Kroenke deals another win for Aces

... Beavers ... Jeff Bailey finished 0 for 3, ending his franchise-record and Pacific Coast League-leading 42-consecutive game home on-base streak. The series continues on Wednesday night at Aces Ballpark. RHP Cesar ... (Source: Tahoe Daily Tribune 2010-09-01T08:52:25Z)

Burger King to Be Bought by 3G Capital Group in Deal Valued at $4 Billion

Burger King, which trails only McDonald's Corp. in the U.S., has seen a slower recovery than its larger rival as its clientele suffered more from the recession, said Tom Forte , an analyst at New York-based Telsey ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-09-02T13:37:34Z)

AUTO SALES DOWN: Major companies reported losses from last month, year

The bleak results were a reminder that, for all the good news about the turnaround of the Detroit automakers ... according to AutoData Corp. "Coming in below a million units is eye-opening for August," said Paul Ballew, (Source: News-Star 2010-09-03T06:19:44Z)

Police search landfill for missing son in Bay Area murder spree

... Efren Valdemoro, who was shot and killed by officers Tuesday night. Valdemoro had been wanted in the beating death of Ricardo Sales, 73, in Hercules ... decomposing bodies were found in a Vallejo house. (Source: KXTV News10Net 2010-09-03T20:17:15Z)

Fuld tells commission his bank should have gotten a bailout, too

... Crisis Inquiry Commission in Washington ... by Congress with investigating the causes of the 2008 collapse. The commission's 6½-hour hearing Wednesday, which also covered the sale of Wachovia to Wells Fargo, (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-09-02T11:00:05Z)

NCDOT to halt most construction work for Labor Day weekend

... routes across the state during the holiday weekend with a few exceptions – including one in the Triangle. Most construction projects along interstate ... to Wade Avenue will have lane closures due to the ... (Source: Triangle Business Journal 2010-09-03T14:55:07Z)

Burger King sets sights overseas after $3.26B sale to 3G Capital

Burger King has more than 12,100 locations around the world and perennially lags its far larger competitor McDonald's Corp. It struggled to keep up with its rival during the economy's roller coaster of the past two ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-09-03T01:19:05Z)

Lifeguards watch Earl closely

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – Thousands of families are expected to hit beaches along the Grand Strand this holiday weekend, and with Earl causing ... as reports issued by the National Weather Service. "We look at what ... (Source: WIS-TV 2010-09-03T00:28:58Z)

Blumenthal Questions NewAlliance Sale

... Richard Blumenthal today questioned the planned sale of New Haven -based NewAlliance Bank ... the executive payouts that will result from the sale of NewAlliance to First Niagara Bank, a deal valued at $1.5 ... (Source: Hartford Courant 2010-09-01T17:49:18Z)

Woman suffers head injury, flown from Route 46 accident in Knowlton Township

... Route 46 near Interstate 80 in Knowlton Township ... One lane of traffic was getting by on Route 46 after the crash. Additional details on the wreck are not yet available. (Source: LehighValleyLive.com 2010-09-03T12:31:57Z)

Panel lends sympathetic ear to former Lehman chief

WASHINGTON ... Commission tasked by Congress with investigating the causes of the 2008 collapse. The commission's 6½-hour hearing Wednesday, which also covered the sale of Wachovia to Wells Fargo, did not focus on ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-09-02T11:00:05Z)

Hurricane Earl: How will it affect S.C.?

... Earl's large wake. The beaches should be back to normal Sunday and Monday of the long, Labor Day weekend, according to National Weather Service forecasts. Or ... not Myrtle Beach. The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber ... (Source: The State 2010-08-31T21:18:04Z)

Boise State opponent notes: Virginia Tech Hokies

... Hokies came on strong late last season, scoring at least 36 points in each of the final four games. Seven starters return, including QB Tyrod Taylor, TB Ryan Williams ... former starter Darren Evans, (Source: Tri-City Herald 2010-09-03T06:41:12Z)

Crews Scour Landfill for Missing Man in Mystery Killing Spree Case

... Hercules who has been missing since last weekend. His father, Ricardo Sales, was found dead in their home last Saturday. Both men are connected to mass-murder suspect Efren Valdemoro ... Tran at a Vallejo nail ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-03T19:27:08Z)

Shareholders sue to block NewAlliance deal

Several shareholders have filed class action lawsuits seeking to block the sale of New Haven-based NewAlliance Bank to First Niagara Financial Group Inc. of Buffalo, N.Y. Attorney General Richard ... (Source: Waterbury Republican-American 2010-09-02T07:11:01Z)

3G Capital Buyout: "Good Thing" for Burger King

analysts seem to think the $4 billion sale is a good deal for Burger King. BK, America's second-biggest burger chain after McDonald's, has been down this road before, having gone public in 2006, which is why some ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-09-02T16:07:53Z)

As Earl swirls, S.C. watches

... Earl's large wake. The beaches should be back to normal Sunday and Monday of the long Labor Day weekend, according to National Weather Service forecasts. Or better ... not Myrtle Beach, S.C. The Myrtle Beach ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-09-01T01:07:08Z)

Deere to Sell Wind Energy Business

Deere & Co. announced it will sell its wind energy business, John Deere Renewables, LLC, to Exelon Corp.'s wholly owned subsidiary, Exelon Generation Company. The deal, valued at $900 million, includes a ... (Source: ForConstructionPros.com 2010-09-03T15:09:26Z)

Car sales tank as deals scarce, public wary

The bleak results were a reminder that for all the good news about the turnaround of the Detroit automakers ... according to AutoData Corp. "Coming in below a million units is eye-opening for August," said Paul Ballew, (Source: Denver Post 2010-09-02T07:18:11Z)

Illinois: Road closures may affect weekend travel

Illinois Route 17 between Reddick and Dwight is down to one lane at two locations. Will County * Cedar Road over Jackson Creek north of Manhattan, where bridge work is underway. * Interstate 57 Manhattan-Monee Road ... (Source: Kankakee Daily Journal 2010-09-03T16:21:01Z)

Breaking down Boston College's schedule

the Hokies ran wild, gaining 235 yards on 51 rushes in the 48-14 blowout. Va. Tech offense is a concern with dual-threat QB Tyrod Taylor and RBs Ryan Williams (159 yards against BC last year) and Darren Evans worth ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-03T04:25:12Z)

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