Quote of the Day
"The U.S. economy expanded at a faster clip than initially forecast in the third quarter, helped by more robust consumer spending and by stronger exports. The economy grew at a 2.5% annualized pace in the quarter, revised up from the initial estimate of 2.0%, the government said in its second estimate of quarterly gross domestic product. GDP growth was 1.7% during the second quarter.”
- Wall Street Journal’s MarketWatch, 11/23/2010
For Release: Wednesday, January 19, 2005
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ENERGY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT RECEIVES FIREFIGHTERS GRANT
Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Energy Volunteer Fire Department has received a $124,650 Assistance to Firefighters grant through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The funds will be used to purchase a firefighting vehicle. Costello cosponsored the legislation that created the Assistance to Firefighters program.
"Getting these resources directly to our local first responders is an important way to enhance safety in our communities," said Costello. "Our firefighters put their lives on the line everyday and need adequate equipment to do their jobs."
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