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Logging chain stolen in Clarion

Tuesday, January 18 by wcednews

Clarion Township, PA – A piece of logging equipment was stolen in Clarion County.A logging chain worth $80 was reportedly taken from a residence on Day City Road in Clarion Township sometime in either December 2021 or January 2022.The victim is listed as a... Read More.

Lawmakers propose bipartisan committee on supply chain issues

Thursday, December 16 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Not far from the San Pedro Bay Port Complex in Orange County, which sees 40% of the nation's imports, Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif., has been witnessing supply chain issues in her district due in part due to bottlenecks in the ports of... Read More.

Walmart CEO optimistic about holiday inventory, comments on FTC supply chain probe

Tuesday, November 30 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- As holiday shopping season ramps up, Walmart CEO John Furman addressed the concerns of prices and how long supplies will last.Furman told Good Morning America that President Joe Biden, who met with retail executives this week, and his administration have "been... Read More.

Inflation, supply chain issues add to Americans’ struggles this Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 24 by ABC News

(KANSAS CITY, Mo.) -- With inflation driving up costs and Thanksgiving right around the corner, Americans across the country are feeling the effects.Kansas City mother of four Talitha McFadden James said she used to be able to buy all the groceries she and her... Read More.

How large retailers are avoiding supply chain woes

Friday, November 19 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Walmart, Target and Macy's say they are finding ways to bring products to shelves in time for the holiday season even though supply chain issues are still impacting the economy and other companies.All three companies boasted strong numbers and good sales... Read More.

Biden visits Baltimore port amid supply chain, inflation woes

Thursday, November 11 by ABC News

(BALTIMORE) -- President Joe Biden visited Baltimore on Wednesday to tout his infrastructure bill and highlight his administration's work to ease port delays as the country approaches the holiday season with rising inflation and delivery slowdowns on the horizon.Biden's visit came five days after... Read More.

Biden to visit Baltimore port amid supply chain, inflation woes

Wednesday, November 10 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- President Joe Biden plans to visit Baltimore on Wednesday to tout his infrastructure bill and highlight his administration's work to ease port delays as the United States approaches the holiday season with rising inflation and delivery slowdowns on the horizon.Biden's visit comes... Read More.

US warehouses running out of room amid supply chain crisis

Wednesday, November 3 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Warehouses in and around U.S. ports are running out of room, experts say, adding another challenge to the country's already crippled supply chain."We are either at or over capacity, and demand for space is the greatest I have ever seen," said... Read More.

Supply chain problems forcing small businesses to change how they operate

Monday, October 25 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The supply chain issues the U.S. economy is currently facing are not only affecting consumers during the peak shopping season, but small businesses have also started to feel the effects of these shortages.According to the most recent U.S. Census Small Business... Read More.

Bridal retailers face wedding dress delays due to global supply chain disruptions

Friday, October 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- As global supply chain issues continue to escalate, wedding dress delays could spoil the special days for many brides-to-be.Many couples held off on weddings and rescheduled due to the pandemic, but now some brides are faced with their wedding gowns or... Read More.