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(Wilmington, Ohio) – The U.S. Labor Department will funnel nearly $3.9 million to help those laid here off by DHL Express, ABX Air and ACS Business Process Solutions.

The grant – given to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services – will go toward career counseling and re-training for displaced workers.

In a news release, Labor Secretary Elaine Chao said the money will boost the skills these workers need to find new jobs. Training will be offered through Individual Training Accounts.

On May 28, Deutsche Post World Net, the German parent company of DHL Express, announced downsizing at rural locations across the United States, including Wilmington Air Park. Layoffs affecting workers at ABX Air Inc. were announced in August and September. On Sept. 11, ACS Business Process Solutions announced layoffs.