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CBS News
7 days ago
- Business
- CBS News
Recently shuttered glass plant in Charleroi could reopen
There's renewed hope that a recently shuttered glass plant in Charleroi could reopen under a new owner. The Anchor Hocking-owned glass plant closed in April after 132 years, taking 300 jobs with it. Gregg Doerfler, the mayor of Charleroi, said a city councilmember was told a new company planned to purchase and reopen the facility and produce glass once again, calling it a "done deal." At least 250 people would be hired to work at the plant, Doerfler said he understands. "When I heard all this, I was so ecstatic that we were going to get them back that I didn't know what to do," Doerfler said. He said he did not know the name of the company buying the plant, but that he did not expect the plant to make Pyrex glass like it did before. The April closing of the plant had been delayed multiple times before shutting down. "Heartbreaking, disappointing to know all them workers are gonna lose their jobs," Doerfler said. "There's definitely some that have moved on, but maybe they can get some of them back." KDKA-TV news partner the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that sources close to the deal say a new owner is in talks to acquire and reopen the glass plant, though a deal was not finalized. A union rep for plant workers told KDKA-TV nothing had been communicated with them. Doerfler said he's held out hope over the past few months that the plant could reopen. "I didn't think it would happen this quick. They just closed in April, and here we are in July and we're talking about it again," Doerfler said. "It's really a good thing."
Economist
23-06-2025
- Business
- Economist
Company profile: Corning
A century ago Pyrex heat-proof glass defined a new craze in kitchenware. Now the company that made it is producing materials that underpin digital communications. Corning's glass is ubiquitous in phone screens and fibre-optic cables. We visit the company for advice on catching new trends with old technology, and to hear how Steve Jobs changed its thinking on risk. To listen to the full series, subscribe to Economist Podcasts+. If you're already a subscriber to The Economist, you have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.
Scottish Sun
22-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Last chance for Morrisons shoppers to bag £30 worth of free products ahead of deadline TODAY
Here's how to claim your free items SHOP TO IT Last chance for Morrisons shoppers to bag £30 worth of free products ahead of deadline TODAY Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MORRISONS shoppers have just hours left to snap up free kitchenware worth up to £30 – or risk losing it for good. The supermarket's popular More Card Stamps promotion ends today, Sunday, June 22, across all participating stores in the UK. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The scheme has been a hit with loyal shoppers since launching earlier this year, offering one stamp per £10 spent Credit: Alamy The offer allows customers to collect digital stamps when spending over £10 in-store, which can then be exchanged for premium Pyrex items. However, shoppers must redeem their stamps by the end of the day or they'll vanish – even if they've already qualified for them. Available only in Morrisons supermarkets, the promotion is not valid for online orders, Click & Collect, Morrisons Daily stores, petrol stations, Amazon, or Gibraltar branches. The free gifts up for grabs include a variety of Pyrex kitchen staples – such as round and rectangular dishes in multiple sizes, and even a branded hand pump. The scheme has been a hit with loyal shoppers since launching earlier this year, offering one stamp per £10 spent. Lilly Chattoe, Senior Loyalty Marketing Manager at Morrisons, said: 'Our More Card Stamps loyalty program has been incredibly popular, with fans of the Pyrex range being quick to collect their stamps in exchange for a product or two, or more. "As we reach the final week of the offer, we're reminding customers that haven't yet redeemed their stamps to do so quickly before it runs out.' To take part, shoppers must be signed up to the More Card scheme, either via the app or using a physical card. Stamps can be viewed through the app or printed on receipts. Morrisons recently revamped its loyalty scheme to focus more on personalised offers, digital tracking, and limited-time rewards, making it easier for shoppers to get value from their weekly shop. However, it also means shoppers must keep an eye on expiry dates and promotional cut-offs. Loyalty schemes across the UK retail sector have been shifting in recent months. Tesco shoppers were forced to switch to the new Grocery & Clubcard app earlier this year, or risk losing points. Meanwhile, Sainsbury's moved away from its popular Nectar Double Up event, and Boots cut back on its Advantage Card points – all leaving customers feeling short-changed. Many shoppers have called for clearer communication and more reminders from retailers when loyalty scheme deadlines are approaching. Missed deadlines can mean lost rewards, no matter how many points or stamps have been earned. To avoid missing out, Morrisons customers should check their app or receipts today and head to their nearest participating store before closing time to redeem any remaining stamps.
Daily Mirror
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'People say I'm rich for winning Postcode Lottery but prize leaves them floored'
A mum-of-two was shocked after learning her husband entered their family in the People's Postcode lottery without her knowing – and she got a prize she never expected A woman revealed she'd been lucky with the People's Postcode Lottery – and people are seriously surprised by her winnings. Laura, who is passionate about side hustles, often shares her money saving hacks online. And recently, she opened up about what it was like winning a prize in the draw. She joked: "Guess what I've just won, the Postcode Lottery. Now I know what you're thinking - Laura, you must be minted, 'how much did you win?', well I'm about to show you. Jeff Bezos ain't got nothing on me because I've won the Postcode Lottery." The mum-of-two admitted it wasn't quite what she expected, but she seems to be happy all the same. Instead of getting a large amount of cash, she received some items in the post. Laura confessed her husband entered without her knowledge, then picked out some prizes after winning. She pulled these winnings out of the cardboard box with glee. She got four bars of Tony's Chocolonely, L'Occitane skin care, a Pyrex glass storage container, as well as some oven mitts with hens on them. How wonderfully random! Laura added: "Best believe when the parcel came I range my husband and said, 'did we win?, are we rich'. And he told me that we won the option to pick four different items from the website and this is what he chose. "I have no idea what any of the other options might have been so let's pray he picked some good ones... Maybe next time, we'll become rich." People rushed to comment on the video, also not realising that you can get gifts as prizes. One individual said: "I never knew they did prizes like this, I thought it was just money amounts." Another commented: "I thought it was all money prizes. I'm here for the Pyrex and the Tony's." People's Postcode Lottery clarified how non-cash prizes work, and said: "Throughout the year you can check using the Prize Draw Calendar for a full list of any non-cash prizes available each month. "If you're lucky enough to win one of these prizes, you can enjoy them or gift them to family and friends. Prize Vouchers for our Lotteryshop." Players will receive a voucher code they can redeem in the Lotteryshop, where there are typically over 30 different prizes to chose from. You may also win an e-Gift card, and you can spend it at a range of pre-selected national retailers. Plus, you could win a letterbox voucher which is redeemable against a range of preselected prizes.
Metro
20-06-2025
- Business
- Metro
Morrisons customers have until Sunday to claim £30 of freebies
Morrisons customers have just two days to cash in on a deal and take home £30 worth of kitchen goodies. Shoppers at the supermarket have been clocking up points with their Morrisons More cards since 2023, with the loyalty scheme replacing My Morrisons and allowing customers to earn rewards each time they spend in-store, online, or at petrol stations. With More members offered discounts on certain products and brands, redeeming stamps can also get you freebies. As such, customers must redeem their More Card stamps in-store by Sunday to bag free Pyrex items. Launched in February, the promotion meant customers would earn stamps on every shop over £10 to claim free premium Pyrex products, with some worth up to £30. Spending £10 in-store in any one transaction would earn one More Card stamp. However, the promotion is reaching its end after a hugely popular run, and if you have dormant stamps sitting on your Morrisons More account, you'll have to act fast to ensure they don't go to waste. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video There are seven different Pyrex items up for grabs — all completely free, and each one available with a certain number of points. Shoppers can get their hands on storage dishes, containers, and a hand pump by cashing in up to 50 stamps. But fear not, because even if you don't quite have 50 stamps to redeem, you can still make the most of the promotion, as 15 More Card stamps grant you access to discounts on the items. For example, a 600ml round glass storage container typically retails for £14. You can get it for just £6 with 15 More Card stamps or take it home for free with 30 stamps. Glass storage vacuum round 600ml – full price £14.00 / £6.00 with 15 More Card stamps / free with 30 More Card stamps Glass storage vacuum round 1100ml – full price £20.00 / £7.00 with 15 More Card stamps / free with 40 More Card stamps Glass storage vacuum round 1600ml – full price £22.00 / £8.00 with 15 More Card stamps / free with 50 More Card stamps Glass storage vacuum rectangular 800ml – full price £18.00 / £7.00 with 15 More Card stamps / free with 30 More Card stamps Glass storage vacuum rectangular 1500ml – full price £22.00 / £8.00 with 15 More Card stamps / free with 40 More Card stamps Glass storage vacuum rectangular 2600ml – full price £30.00 / £10.00 with 15 More Card stamps / free with 50 More Card stamps Vacuum pump manual – full price £10.00 / £4.00 with 15 More Card stamps / free with 30 More Card stamps The most expensive item in the list is the 2,600ml rectangular glass storage vacuum, which costs £30 at full price. Shoppers can get it for just £10 with 15 More Card stamps or totally free with 50 stamps. Speaking in the final few days of the kitchenware promotion, Lilly Chattoe, Morrisons' Senior Loyalty Marketing Manager, told customers: 'Our More Card stamps loyalty program has been incredibly popular, with fans of the Pyrex range being quick to collect their stamps in exchange for a product or two, or more. 'As we reach the final week of the offer, we're reminding customers that haven't yet redeemed their stamps to do so quickly before it runs out.' Shoppers have been voicing their approval of Morrisons' latest More scheme throughout, with Facebook users particularly thrilled with the freebies they've been able to score. 'I do my shopping at Morrisons my usual shop and I've got the whole set I'm happy', commented Kay Warren, having racked up enough points for all seven Pyrex items. 'Just by doing my normal weekly shop, I accumulated enough points to get 3 bowls. I didn't make extra purchases to get the points, so yes, they were free,' praised Sheila Griffiths. 'A very dishy deal!' joked Kevin Hanley. More Trending Others have sadly been left disappointed as, due to the popularity of the scheme, a number of stores have run out of stock, leaving them begging the supermarket giant to add more. Morrisons has made changes to its More scheme in recent months, which not everyone is pleased about. In March, it was announced that the popular Fish Friday and Steak Saturday promotions will no longer be available, preventing More Card users from accessing 20% off on the dedicated days. At the start of the year, Morrisons was also revealed to be cutting over 200 jobs from its retail team in a bid to cut costs. View More » MORE: Exact amount you'll need in savings at age 30 to be able to retire revealed MORE: Aldi's supermarket sweep is back — giving customers the chance to nab free shopping MORE: Full list of UK locations where Aldi plans to open new stores Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
