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Follow the Money: Who Controls New York City Mayors

Author Lynne Weikart puts a human face on each of New York City’s fiscal crises, analyzes their historical patterns, and compares the tenure of several mayors. This timely book, Follow the Money: Who Controls New York City Mayors, has become an invaluable book for those interested in the... - April 15, 2009 - FollowtheMoneyUS.com

Euphon/Sleepwalkas Single "Sleeper Cell" Available Now

IHMG's first single "Sleeper Cell" from The Repositioning, Euphon featuring Sleepwalkas available now. - April 15, 2009 - Ironhorse Music Group LLC

Michael L. Buckner Law Firm Announces Launch of Service for Prep Schools Under NCAA Review

Non-traditional secondary and prep schools will benefit from the legal, consulting and investigative services offered by the Michael L. Buckner Law Firm. The Buckner Law Firm will leverage its experience as a former NCAA independent consultant to assist clients with navigating the NCAA high school review process. - April 14, 2009 - Michael L. Buckner Law Firm

Los Angeles Foreclosures Down 18% from Q4 2008; Seattle Foreclosures Up by 88%, Miami by 29% and New York City up by 14% Says PropertyShark.com

In the Q1 2009 Foreclosure Report by PropertyShark.com, Los Angeles foreclosures were down 18% from Q4 2008, Miami foreclosures increased by 29%, New York City by 14%, and new scheduled foreclosures in Seattle were up 88%. - April 14, 2009 - PropertyShark.com

Diamond Blade Dealer Provides Better Online Customer Experience

New DiamondBladeDealer.com website redesign offers same low prices with enhanced features. - April 14, 2009 - Diamond Blade Dealer

Flexfit Leads Eco-Friendly, Green Headwear Movement in 2009

Flexfit, one of the world’s largest headwear manufacturers, is leading the way in the headwear industry with their organic eco-friendly line of hats. - April 13, 2009 - Flexfit

Commercial REO Brokers Association - Dinner Meeting, Newport Beach, CA April 28,2009. Is the Commercial Real Estate Market About to Collapse?

The Commercial REO Brokers Association, (CREOBA) was formed to assist the Banks and Loan Servicers in selling their Foreclosed Commercial Properties. Ray McLaine, CREOBA President, pointed out that, “Last year 4.5 Billion Dollars in Commercial Real Estate was foreclosed by the banks. This year, that figure could reach $20 Billion with $200 Billion more to come in the next two years. - April 10, 2009 - Commercial REO Brokers Association

Oral Storytelling Moves Into the 21st Century on The Art of Storytelling Show, Now Entering Its Third Year of Podcasting

The Art of Storytelling Show successfully fuels the rebirth of the storytelling community in a new technological format. The podcast has created a format where anyone can learn the ancient art of storytelling. - April 10, 2009 - Brother Wolf Storytelling

Healing the Heart of New York City

Nurture New York announces its latest group psychotherapy and trauma incident support programs...and invites journalists to experience state of the art healing techniques at its Midtown Healing Center. - April 08, 2009 - Nurture New York

Performance Flight Opens Its Doors to the Public

On Saturday, April 11 from 10am-3pm, Performance Flight will host an Open House, welcoming anyone interested in learning to fly, purchasing an aircraft, or booking charter services. On display will be the newest from Cirrus Aircraft, Piper, Socata, and Avidyne. There will also be displays from... - April 08, 2009 - Performance Flight

For 4 Consecutive Years, IES, Ltd. Named as a Top 100 Logistics IT Company

For the Fourth Year Running, IES, Ltd., a leader in software for the Logistics and Transportation Industries, is named in the Top 100 Logistics IT Companies. Every April, Inbound Logistics editors recognize 100 logistics IT companies that support and enable logistics excellence. Selecting the... - April 07, 2009 - IES, Ltd.

Smarty Paws Dog Training in New Hyde Park, NY Announces the Start-Up of 2009 Group Classes for Obedience and Socialization

Smarty Paws Dog Training by Helen Del Bove provides positive dog training for all ages and levels. Helen's services include private, in-home instruction/counseling for obedience and behavior problems as well as group classes for puppy kindergarten, basic obedience and the newly added beyond basics. - April 05, 2009 - Smarty Paws Dog Training

HyperOffice Sees Shift by Large Companies to Online Collaboration Tools

As the economy grows tougher, HyperOffice is seeing larger companies shift to “software-as-as-a-service” and the online collaboration tools that HyperOffice originally designed to help smaller companies grow. - April 04, 2009 - HyperOffice

iRingPro is Changing the Sound of the iPhone

Say goodbye to Marimba, iRingPro has announced a new solution to the ubiquitous annoyance of ringing iPhones. - April 03, 2009 - Hladecek, llc

Envoy Credit.com: Releases Economy Friendly Credit Card Directory

Credit cards have become a real convenience in the world. A few years ago they were owned by just a select few people but today a credit card is actually a form of currency. Everyone would say it is a real major currency which is very universal. Whereas you could live without one just a few years... - April 01, 2009 - envoycredit.com

SlamPigz Life Style Apparel Company Announces Launch of New Website and The Live It Collection

Eighteen months after its founding, SlamPigz LLC, a life style apparel company, launches its first website to the world. - April 01, 2009 - SlamPigz LLC

Take a Vacation to Ireland This Year and Receive a Tax Deduction

If you are going to take a vacation in 2009, then why not receive a tax deduction at the same time? or the same price or even less than that of a conventional walking, cycling or just a relaxing vacation you can experience Ireland at its best and receive a tax deduction on your 2009 taxes. You can even get in a little exercise if you are so inclined. - March 31, 2009 - For A Cause

Pocket Cocktails Now with Sommelier, 2 Apps in 1. Available for iPhone and iPod Touch

Groovy Cocktail app adds a free sommelier, 2 Apps in 1. - March 31, 2009 - Pocket Cocktails Inc.

New Tour Released by Amazing Peru, the 7 Day All-Private Luxury Peru Tour, from US$1995.00 Per Person

With Amazing Peru, you can now enjoy an incredible luxury tour to Peru with private guides and luxury hotels at an unbeatable price. Their new 7 day luxury tour includes 6 night’s accommodation with breakfast at the Miraflores Park Hotel, the Monasterio Hotel and the Sanctuary Lodge, just outside the ruins of Machu Picchu. Book today! - March 31, 2009 - Amazing Voyages

Kids Decorating Ideas - New Website Compiles Children's Decor and Theme Room Designs

Westgate Industries is proud to announce the launch of their new website Kids Decorating Ideas, a site dedicated to creating children's theme room designs with the latest in kids decor. - March 31, 2009 - Westgate Industries

The Party Animals Are Heading to Guantanamo Bay

The Party Animals Live will be donating their services beginning April 17, 2009 traveling to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba for another Armed Forces Entertainment (AFE) tour. The Party Animals Live is a “one stop shop” in providing children entertainment and will be throwing two huge bashes, April 19 and 20 in celebration of "Month of the Military Child." - March 31, 2009 - The Party Animals, LLC

Steve Kaufman"The Former Assistant to Andy Warhol" Has Printed a Very Rare Art Book

Quotes from the book "They say that art comes from the soul, the more drama in an artist’s life the more he can drawn on for his art. Van Gogh and Picasso had troubled souls, but poor Steve Kaufman has been shot once, stabbed 3 times - all by women - that is a lot of drama for great art. - March 30, 2009 - Steve Kaufman Art Studio

Tough Times Require Tough Tactics - the Corporate Dominatrix Uses Six Mistress Roles to Survive and Thrive at Work

Using the tools of the professional dominatrix, Robyn shows women how to succeed in business by employing the tactics of six mistress archetypes: Goddess, Queen, Governess, Amazon, Nurse and Schoolgirl. For a “dominatrix” in everyday life the key to effectiveness is being switchable – knowing when to be firm and direct, and when to be flexible and accommodating. The woman who is the Corporate Dominatrix can dominate without being domineering, and is confident enough to intuit what her clients or colleagues want and to respond accordingly. - March 28, 2009 - Lisa Robyn

Accidental Rep’s "Variations on ‘A Doll’s House’" Make Work in Progress the Goal

John Strasberg's Accidental Repertory Theater presents Ibsen's "A Doll's House" in a traditional translation, and in a new version, in repertory, opening April 23, at John Strasberg Studios, 555 Eighth Avenue, NYC. - March 27, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater

Nookums™ Announces the Launch of It's Spring 2009 Line of Paci-Plushies™ Pacifier Holders

Nookums™, a manufacturer of innovative baby products, announces the launch of it's Spring 2009 line of Paci-Plushies™ with BPA and Phythalates Free Pacifiers. - March 26, 2009 - Paci-Plushies

In Challenging Times … Jamba Juice is Up to the Challenge

Raising Money and Awareness for the Safety of America’s Children During April, National Child Abuse Prevention Month - a Partnership with Love Our Children USA - March 26, 2009 - Love Our Children USA

Changda International Holdings, Inc. (Symbol: OTC BB:CIHI) Announces That It Has Engaged the New York Law Firm of Sichenzia Ross Friedman Ference LLP

The Board of Changda International Holdings, Inc, the Chinese based fertilizers company quoted on the OTC-BB in the United States is pleased to announce the nomination as Counsels of Sichenzia Ross Friedman Ference LLP, the New York based securities law firm with an extensive Asian practice. - March 25, 2009 - Changda International Holdings, Inc.

Apartments in Rome Spring Promotion by Rome Sweet Home™

After a hard and cold Winter season, enjoy the opportunity to take a holiday with Apartments in Rome Spring Promotion by Rome Sweet Home™ spending some days in Rome or a short city-break in Rome. Thanks to the discounted rates proposed by Rome Sweet Home those who desire to rent apartments... - March 25, 2009 - Rome Sweet Home

Economic Crisis Gone to the Dogs

There’s no question that the recession has led to many businesses closing and thousands of lost jobs, but the jury is still out on the extent to which the economic crisis will affect online businesses. Some experts say that hard economic times actually fuel e commerce. Others, such as... - March 25, 2009 - LittlePamperedPets.com

Callison Designs Cole Haan New York and Middle East Flagships

New Stores Mark Premier U.S. Retailer’s Entrance into New International Markets - March 25, 2009 - Callison

New Head Lice Detection Research Validates Service Provided by Leading Lice Removal Salon

German research study concluded that wet combing is more accurate than a visual inspection for discovering an active case of head lice. Hair Fairies has utilized wet hair screenings as part of their unique Nit-Zapping™ process for removing head lice for 10 years. - March 24, 2009 - Hair Fairies

Power Challenge Appoints Frank Sagnier as New CEO

Former Double Fusion, Electronic Arts Executive to Drive Expansion. - March 24, 2009 - Power Challenge

Worldcheaper: Into Charities All Over the World

Worldcheaper have decided to donate $5 to a worthy charity for every air ticket bought at www.worldcheaper.com. They’re doing this because they care, because they love, because they hope for a better tomorrow for all man. - March 24, 2009 - WayBy.com

PropertyShark.com Adds Hampton's Residential for Sale Listings; Over 2000 Million-Dollar Homes Currently on the Market

PropertyShark.com today officially announced the addition of a new residential for sale section dedicated to Hampton’s homes for sale. The continually updated Hampton’s listings are free to post and view. To browse Hampton’s homes for sale, go to:... - March 24, 2009 - PropertyShark.com

Rod Carrillo and Ronnie Sumrall Release the Long Awaited "Moonshine Rising"

“Moonshine Rising” by Rod Carrillo and Ronnie Sumrall on vocals. The sensual vocals and melodic journeys of all these mixes will have DJ sets and dance floors wanting more. Remixes by Peter Brown aka The Grower, Albert Castillo, Dave Matthias, and J Paul. - March 20, 2009 - Dancemusiclabel.com/Carrillo Music LLC

Dom Perignon Champagne Bottles Become Chinese Molotov Cocktails in the Hands of Artist R. Lloyd Ming

Cutting edge conceptual artist R. Lloyd Ming creates weapons as sculpture from Dom Perignon Champagne bottles to symbolize China's wealth and size as a crushing force against Tibet. - March 19, 2009 - R. Lloyd Ming Studio

AfternoonJava Launches Free Daily Lifestyle Email and Web Site

AfternoonJava (www.afternoonjava.com) has launched a new daily email service and web site to provide readers with fresh, original daily stories on topics ranging from home design to fashion and style to health and fitness. AfternoonJava daily emails offer original content every day that enhances... - March 19, 2009 - AfternoonJava

Artist Upsets Families of Soldiers Killed in Iraq with a Controversial New Sculpture

Artist R. Lloyd Ming’s New sculpture called ‘For the Love of Oil’ is not about American soldiers who have died in Iraq, but the artist recently received protest mail from some of their families who think that it is. - March 19, 2009 - R. Lloyd Ming Studio

New York-Based Artist Depicts Playboy Bunny Logo as a Deity

As a commentary on censorship in China, hot new artist R. Lloyd Ming creates a sculpture in which Buddha experiences true enlightenment by worshiping the Playboy Bunny logo as a modern-day golden calf. - March 19, 2009 - R. Lloyd Ming Studio

Dream Village Launches Saved by the Well; US Kids Participate in World Water Week

Dream Village launches March 20, 2009 as a kick-off to World Water Week (March 22-28). Their first book, Saved by the Well, discusses the global water crisis in a way that is accessible, entertaining, and inspiring for any child. One need only speak to the teachers, scout leaders, and community... - March 18, 2009 - Dream Village

Jaguar Luxury Adopts a New Strategy to Survive

East West Beauty and Hair Group, LP, a Philadelphia, PA based manufacturer and importer of hair extensions, color cosmetics and beauty accessories tweaked its business model to stay alive and thrive in the economic crisis. While experiencing a slow down in sales during the months of May and June... - March 17, 2009 - Jaguar Luxury

Long Island Foreclosures Increase 69% Over February 2008 Says PropertyShark.com Report

Long Island Foreclosure Report Issued by PropertyShark.com for February 2009 New foreclosures in Long Island totaled 324 in February 2009, increasing 26% over January 2009 (257) and 69% over February 2008 (192) Says PropertyShark.com. - March 17, 2009 - PropertyShark.com

Gotham Screen 2009 - 3rd Annual Film Festival & Screenplay Contest Announced

The dates for the 2009 Gotham Screen Film Festival and Screenplay Contest have been announced today. The festival will take place at the Tribeca Cinemas in downtown Manhattan, from October 20th thru 25th, 2009. - March 17, 2009 - Gotham Screen

The Endeavor for Hope Foundation Brings in World-Renowned DJs Pete Tong and Deadmau5 to Help Support African Cause & Hosts V.I.P. Fundraiser Celebrating Africa & Music

The Endeavor for Hope Foundation (“The EFHF”), a Houston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity has just confirmed that legendary DJ, Pete Tong* and chart-topping electronic music ingénue Deadmau5, will make special appearances at their Invite-Only V.I.P. Charity Event on Friday,... - March 13, 2009 - The Endeavor For Hope Foundation

Aetna and The National Kidney Registry Announce Aetna Foundation Grant Award

Aetna and the National Kidney Registry, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people facing kidney failure, have announced that the Aetna Foundation has awarded an initial grant of $50,000 to support the work of the National Kidney Registry helping patients with incompatible... - March 13, 2009 - National Kidney Registry

New Jersey Multicultural Financial, Business & Educational Portal Launched

efinanceportal.com is a patent-pending, free consumer, interactive, multi-cultural Financial, Business & Financial Literacy Portal, developed exclusively for New Jersey has been formally launched according to Alan Chokov, Founder & CEO. The Portal promotes Financial Literacy and the professionals who support it. - March 12, 2009 - eFinance Portal of New Jersey

Lupus Research Institute Advocacy Results in Congressional Funding of New National Lupus Health Education Program

As a result of long term advocacy outreach by the Lupus Research Institute (LRI) National Coalition, today President Obama signed legislation appropriating $1 million in new funding for a national lupus health education program for healthcare providers. The education program will be led by the... - March 12, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute

Brit Awards - Launchpad for ULLTRA’s Revolutionary New Product Range