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PositiveResistance.ORG Empowered 7,000 Foster Children
Change The Nation: Foster Hope. Volunteer organization Positive Resistance is in the business of improving the lives of teens in foster care. - February 25, 2007 - Positive Resistance
Amber Alert Issued for Florida Teen (Clay Moore-13)
The suspect should be considered "Armed & Dangerous." - February 23, 2007 - Project Safekids
ProgressiveKid.com Adds Web-Based Gift Registry Service Powered by eWish.com
ProgressiveKid.com, (http://www.progressivekid.com) an online retailer of planet-friendly gifts and products, has added to its offerings a new and improved gift registry service. The new service enables customers easily to set up their registries, personalize them, add gifts, and monitor... - February 23, 2007 - eWish.com
Amber Alert Issued for Missouri Boy (Gavin D. Prince - 2)
The suspect has made threats to kill the child and himself. - February 20, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Menatlly Disabled Michigan Teen (Deon Love -15)
The Pontiac Police Department and The Michigan State Police has issued an Amber Alert for a 15-year-old boy who was last seen in the 100 block of South Paddock in Pontiac, Michigan. Deon’s twin brother went to look for him in his room and could not find him. His 35-year-old mother called... - February 15, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued For Idaho Girl (Mea Johnson - 4)
The Idaho State Police has issued an Amber Alert for a four-year-old child who was abducted from the Early Development Center in Plummer, Idaho. Mea Johnson was allegedly taken by Helen Johnson. It is believed Helen Johnson is headed to Thompson Falls, Montana. The Idaho State Police are on... - February 13, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Minnesota Girl (Deidre Jeanne Michuda - 14)
The Inver Grove Heights police are searching for 14-year-old Deidre Jeanne Michuda, whom they believe was kidnapped. The suspect is her non-custodial father, 34-year-old Stephen Michael Michuda. The Suspect is the non-custodial father, he took the victim after school, has is a known Registered... - February 13, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Pittsburgh Toddler (Ayinde Bradford - 4)
The Pennsylvania State Police has issued an Amber Child Abduction Alert for the Pittsburgh Police Department, Allegheny County. The Pittsburgh Police are searching for Ayinde Bradford. The child was forcibly taken 9:46 a.m. this morning from the Children’s Museum. Kunta Bradford fled... - February 08, 2007 - Project Safekids
LAMbCast LTD Releases "Kid's Start," the World's First Affordable PC Kiosk Application for Children
Software Company LAMbCast LTD releases the world's first affordable kiosk style children's desktop application named "Kid's Start". With a patent pending user interface, Kid's Start offers unparalleled features such as turn-key access to today's most popular children websites and a CD/DVD player. - February 06, 2007 - LAMbCast Ltd
Sandbox Couture Receives New Spring 2007 Flowers by Zoe Children's Clothes
Flowers by Zoe Bloom Love and Flowers by Zoe Anchor collections Are In-Stock - February 06, 2007 - Sandbox Couture
Amber Alert Issued for Pennsylvania Infant (Nya Miangel - 23 Months)
The Pennsylvania State Police has issued an Amber Child Abduction Alert for the Braddock Police Department, Allegheny County. Braddock Police are searching for Nya Miangel, black non-hispanic female age 23 months, 24" tall approximately 30 pounds, black short hair, brown eyes, wearing a... - February 03, 2007 - Project Safekids
Sandbox Couture Adds Lyla Blu Swimsuits to Its Childrens Product Line
Addition of Lyla Blu Swimsuits Supports Continued Expansion of Swimsuits Category for Sandbox Couture. - February 02, 2007 - Sandbox Couture
Amber Alert Issued for Arizona Child (Isidro Rameriz - 13 Months)
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Department and The State of Arizona has issued an Amber Alert for Isidro Rameriz. A witness has reported the two were reportedly forced into a vehicle outside of the mother's home at 16 North Crismon Road in Mesa. The mother, Naomi Ramirez, is described as a... - January 30, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Colorado Teen (Kaylee Jackson - 14)
The Ft. Collins Police Department and The State of Colorado has issued an Amber Alert for 14-year-old Kaylee Jackson. She was abducted at about 3:00 p.m. Friday. She was last seen at her grandmother's home. Police say the suspect is 19-year-old Daniel Greene. Kaylee Jackson's grandmother... - January 28, 2007 - Project Safekids
Marc and Kelly Accetta Become Newest Members of the Board of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Texas
Margaret Mitchell, Vice President of Business Development for Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Texas, welcomes Marc and Kelly Accetta as new Collin County Regional Board Members. - January 27, 2007 - Marc Accetta
Levis Call / Amber Alert Issued for Georgia Boy (Christian Varesi - 4)
Georgia Authorities have issued a Levi's Call for Christian Varesi (4). He was last seen in Covington,GA. Local authorities believe he was abducted by James Gowan. The suspect vehicle is a Black Ford F350 (Dually). Christian Varesi is described as a white male with brown hair. There is no... - January 26, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert for Montana Toddler (Loic Rogers - 2)
The Flathead County Sheriff's Department and The Montana State Police have issued and Amber Alert for Loic J.M. Rogers after a search, which began shortly after he disappeared, failed to turn up any trace of the boy. Authorities said Loic’s father reported last seeing him at about 7 p.m. - January 25, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Kentucky Toddler (Brielle Connors - 2)
The Jessamine County Sheriff's Dept and The Kentucky State Police have issued an Amber Alert a Jessamine County toddler who was allegedly taken from a babysitter by her non-custodial mother. Brielle Connors, 2, was last seen at about 10:15 a.m. Police say she was taken by her mother, Lauren R. - January 25, 2007 - Project Safekids
Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons Recognizes April 25th as Parental Alienation Awareness Day
Nevada has joined Maine and Iowa in statewide recognition of April 25th as Parental Alienation Awareness Day. - January 25, 2007 - Parental Alienation Awareness Organization
Amber Alert Issued for Miami - Dade Girl (Diana Diaz -14)
The Miami Dade Police Department and The Florida Department of Law Enforcement have issued an Amber Alert for Diana Diaz. Diana was last seen wearing a brown t-shirt, blue pants and gray tennis shoes. She was last seen at the 1900 block of SW 19th Street. She may be in the company of two... - January 24, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Notifications on MySpace Offered by Project Safekids
Project Safekids once again is reminding MySpace users that they can receive Amber Alerts notifications instantly through downloading their Social Networking Amber Alert for your MySpace profile. You can make a difference in the life of a child. You can instantly forward the Amber Alert... - January 23, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Indiana Family (Jaylan, Justin, Kyara, Kayla Walker)
The suspect is considered Armed and Dangerous - January 20, 2007 - Project Safekids
GrownUpsOnline.com Adopts Online Safety Initiative with Age and ID Verification
GrownUpsOnline.com separates children and adults by integration of age and identification verification system. Conforms to Blumenthal and 34 state attorneys general safety recommendations without compromising privacy. - January 20, 2007 - GrownUpsOnline.com
Amber Alert Issued for Oklahoma Girl (Marissa Marie Graham -10)
An Amber Alert has been issued for Marissa Marie Graham. She has been abducted in Texhoma, Oklahoma. An Eyewitness that seen the girl at approximately 6:30 PM advised that a white male possible driving a white chevrolet cavalier abducted the girl. Witness advised that he saw the male... - January 19, 2007 - Project Safekids
Reaping the Fruit and Sowing the Seed
Invictus Sports Management LLC and The World Development Organization are launching “Reaping the Fruit and Sowing the Seed,” a Non For Profit Educational Initiative @ BLVD on Thursday, January 25, 2007 from 6pm-11pm. This charity event is a school bag and school supply drive where donations will be distributed to needy school children in rural Dominican Republic. - January 19, 2007 - Invictus Sports Management LLC
Amber Alert Issued for San Antonio Infant (Isaiah Nathaniel Ramirez)
The F.B.I. (Houston) office has issued an Amber Alert for Isaiah Nathaniel Ramirez. The child was given to (2) unknown females by the biological mother at a truck stop around San Antonio. Isaiah Ramirez was last seen at approximately 6:00 p.m. on January 13, 2007 near their home in San Antonio,... - January 16, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Two Year Old Skokie Girl (Elizabeth Ortiz)
The Skokie Police Department and The Illinois State Police have issued an Amber Alert for Elizabeth Ortiz. The victim is a two year old female and was taken from 5200 block Oakton, Skokie, Illinois. The child was taken by common law father after injuring her mother in a domestic... - January 14, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Texas Sisters (Mercedes & Monica Pineda)
The Texas Department of Public Safety and The Ferris Police Department have issued an Amber Alert for Mercedes Pineda, 10, and Monica Pineda, 15, after their mother used deceptive means to remove the younger child from school. Debra Pineda, 31, is ordered by the court to have no visitation with... - January 12, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for 13 Year Old Boy (William "Ben" Ownby)
The Franklin County Sheriff's Department and The Missouri State Police have issued an Amber Alert for William "Ben" Ownby (13). The child was last seen shortly after getting off the school bus at approximately 3:30 PM. He was walking home when a person saw him being forced into a... - January 09, 2007 - Project Safekids
Eyes Cream Shades -- The Sweetest Spot in Eye Health for Kids
The dangers associated with uv exposure to our eyes are cumulative over time, and begin in the early years. Eyes Cream Shades is fast becoming a leader in the quality kids sunglass arena. All Eyes Cream Shades lenses are polycarbonate/virtually shatter-proof and provide 100% UVA & UVB... - January 06, 2007 - Eyes Cream Shades
Amber Alert Issued for Three Maryland Children (Elijah, Antinnoe, and Jachi Emeruwa)
The Silver Springs Police Department and The Maryland State Police have issued and Amber Alert for Elijah, Antinnoe, and Jachi Emeruwa. The children were last seen in the company of Kelechi Charles Emeruwa a 41 year old African American Male. The suspect and children were last seen 4000 Block of... - January 01, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Three Ohio Siblings
An Ohio Amber Alert has been issued for Hannah, Emily and Charisty Wallace. The suspect is Lisa Wallace the mother. The suspect is mentally unstable and has threatened suicide in the past. Child 1: Emily Wallace (4), 3'0" Tall, Caucasian, Strawberry Blonde Hair and Blue Eyes, Approximate... - December 30, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Kissimmee Children
An Amber Alert was issued on Friday for two missing juveniles from Kissimmee. The Kissimmee Police Department and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement are looking 21-month-old Hector Villeda, a white/Hispanic male with black hair and brown eyes. Villeda is 2 feet tall and weighs about... - December 29, 2006 - Project Safekids
Ace Ticket Finds Santa the Best Seat: Serves as Santa's Helper at the Home for Little Wanderers
Boston-area ticket broker Ace Ticket is donating over 1,000 toys to the Home for Little Wanderers this holiday season. - December 23, 2006 - Ace Ticket
Sandbox Couture Approved to Carry the No Fear Little Boys Clothing Line
Continues Expansion of Little Boys Active Wear With Top Brands. - December 23, 2006 - Sandbox Couture
Butterfly Script Team Launches Toys for Tots Campaign
Butterfly Marketing Script programmers have joined forces to promote Toys for Tots and help kid throughout the US have a happier holiday. Usually found behind a computer, the Launch Team have gathered together Internet marketers to raise funds through a fire sale of information products. - December 23, 2006 - FireFlySale.com
Internet Marketer Dad Joins Toys for Tots Campaign
Glen Hopkins, author of Lucrative List Building and Internet marketer, has joined FireFlySale.com's Toys for Tots campaign. Glen, a Dad himself, promotes the program so other kids can enjoy the Christmas holiday with toys to enjoy. - December 23, 2006 - FireFlySale.com
Christmas Past Inspires Mr. Overdeliver to Join Toys for Tots Campaign
Internet marketer Mike Ambrosio (MrOverdeliver.com) has joined the Toys for Tots Charity Campaign at www.fireflysale.com - December 22, 2006 - FireFlySale.com
Amber Alert Issued for Girl in Tennessee (Andrea Montoya - 3)
The Gatlinburg Police Department has issued a Tennessee Statewide AMBER Alert for Andrea Montoya. Andrea is a 3 year-old, white female. She has light brown hair and brown eyes and is 3 feet tall and weighs 35 pounds. She was last seen wearing a purple coat and gray jogging pants. Andrea was... - December 07, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert: Texas Toddler Taken at Gunpoint (Austin James McKinney -- 2)
A Texas Amber Alert has been issued for a 2-1/2-year-old boy abducted at gunpoint from a residence in the 2200 block of County Road 584 in Rosharon in Brazoria County. Authorities are searching for Austin James McKinney. The child has blond shoulder-length hair and blue eyes. He was last seen... - December 07, 2006 - Project Safekids
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Crabtree Office Participates in Coats for Kids Program
Local Real Estate Firm’s Associates and Staff Coordinating Efforts to Collect Coats for Needy Children - December 04, 2006 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
Indigo Society, Online Community for the Indigo Children Phenomenon
Indigo Society Launched - December 01, 2006 - Indigo Society
Amber Alert Issued for Two Ohio Brothers (Julius and Julian Crossty)
The suspect is considered armed and dangerous. The suspect is suicidal. - November 29, 2006 - Project Safekids
PreschoolRock.com Expands Network to Promote Grandparent Involvement
With more than six million children living in households headed by grandparents, and nearly 25% of children under the age of five receiving long-term care from a grandparent, PreschoolRock.com has expanded its network to include and identify grandparent friendly activities. - November 28, 2006 - SchoolRock, Inc.
Amber Alert Issued for Ohio Mother and Child (Ella & Marteen Casey)
An Ohio Amber Alert has been issued for an abducted mother and child from Licking County last seen in Newark, Ohio. Ella and Marteen Bennette Casey have been abducted by Priscilinal Quinones. The suspect and victims are traveling in a 1992 Ford Taurus - Maroon in color with Ohio license plates... - November 25, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert "Levi's Call" Issued for Georgia Infant and Mother (Sergio & Crystal Vargas)
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Cobb County Police Department has issued an Amber Alert after for Sergio and Crystal Vargas. The child and mother was abducted from Marietta, Georgia. Sergio Vargas, 8 months old. He's an Hispanic who has brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a red... - November 24, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued For Missouri Infant (Tylar Fine - 7 Months)
The Missouri State Police have issued an Amber Alert on behalf of The West Plains Department. David Fine the non custodial parent entered residence of the victim and took child from mother, during the abduction the child was injured and suspect threatened suicide that he would kill the... - November 24, 2006 - Project Safekids
PreschoolRock.com Welcomes Joanna Young as Their New Preschool Holiday Crafts Writer
PreschoolRock.com would like to announce that Joanna Young, Preschool Holiday Crafts writer, has joined their network of preschool parenting websites. - November 22, 2006 - SchoolRock, Inc.
PreschoolRock.com Welcomes Claudea Blythe as Their New Preschool Games Writer
PreschoolRock.com would like to announce that Claudea Blythe, Preschool Games writer, has joined their network of preschool parenting websites. - November 21, 2006 - SchoolRock, Inc.
Amber Alert Issued for Fairfax, Virginia Infant (Zian Armani Holeman - 1)
The Virginia State Police have issued an Amber Alert on behalf of The Fairfax County Police Department In Alexandria. The Fairfax County Police Department is looking Zian Armani Holeman, The child is believed to be in extreme danger and was last seen at 3514 Buckman Road Apt 203, Alexandria, VA. - November 20, 2006 - Project Safekids