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Senior Service Match Officially Launches Full Version of Site
Senior Service Match announced today that they have officially ended the beta testing phase of their senior living placement website and have gone "live" with their services. - May 21, 2009 - Senior Service Match, L.L.C.
21st Annual Valpo-Fest Motorcycle/Car Show Memorial Weekend Event to Benefit Children of Fallen Troops
Operation Ensuring Christmas, a charitable organization assisting children of fallen American Troops and Paragons Promotion, today announced that a portion of the proceeds from the 21st Annual Valpo-Fest Motorcycle and Car Show will be donated to OEC. The event will feature a Motorcycle Show,... - May 21, 2009 - Operation Ensuring Christmas, Inc.
Never Say Diet Weekend Retreats in Fort Lauderdale
In January of 2001 Chantel Hobbs weighed over 350 pounds. In 17 months she lost over 200 pounds without surgery or dieting. Author of the newly released 'The Never Say Diet Personal Fitness Trainer,' a companion to last year's release, Never Say Diet: Make Five Decisions and Break the Fat Habit For... - May 21, 2009 - ChantelHobbs.com
Joseph Cacciato Earns Prestigious Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure
Joseph Cacciato of REMAX Classic Group, 440 Springfield Ave. Berkeley Heights, NJ has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when... - May 21, 2009 - Joseph Cacciato, RE/MAX Premier
Riverside Humane Society Pet Adoption Center Names Three Men 2009 Volunteers of the Year
Pat Starwich, Jim Cloyd and Harvey Long, all of Riverside, CA, are the recipients of Riverside Humane Society’s annual Friends of the Animals Award. - May 21, 2009 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
New Online Greenhouse Gas Calculator Takes the Guesswork Out of Measuring and Managing Vehicle Fleet Emissions
The EDF-NAFA Fleet Emissions Tool uses fuel consumption data to help fleet managers cut costs while "greening" their fleets. - May 21, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Kurt Schulzke, Special Counsel, Slappey & Sadd, LLC, to Speak at KC’s Event on Statement 157 Implementation Issues on 6/02/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Kurt Schulzke, Special Counsel, Slappey & Sadd, LLC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Statement 157 Implementation Issues”. This 2-hour event is... - May 21, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
American Cancer Society - Relay for Life of Clark Joins Nationwide Movement to Celebrate "25 Years of Hope"
Event scheduled on June 12th to Honor Survivors and Remember Those Lost to Cancer. - May 21, 2009 - American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Rahway NJ
CLM Further Expands in the Corporate Sector
Appoints Senior Counsel from Verizon and Kraft Foods to Advisory Board and Forms Commercial Litigation Committee. - May 21, 2009 - Council on Litigation Management
Health System Fixes Needed for Success of Pandemic Vaccines in Poor Countries, Aid Group Says
Systems to immunize, monitor and treat still lacking in many developing countries. World Health Assembly must push anew for primary health care, better living conditions. - May 21, 2009 - World Vision US
Triangle IABC Seminar Explores How to Develop Strategic Brand Positioning
Triangle IABC will host a meeting on how to develop your company's strategic brand positioning. Mervyn Rozet, Daintree Marketing (www.daintreemarketing.com), will share valuable insights on why strategic brand positioning is important as well as a process for developing strategic brand positioning. - May 21, 2009 - Triangle IABC
Grace B. Lamont, Partner, Leader of the Securities Litigation Practice, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on “Foreign-Cubed” on 05/27/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Grace B. Lamont, Partner, Leader of the Securities Litigation Practice of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - May 21, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Female Math and Science Pros Offer Summer SAT Prep and Tips for Girls to Get Ahead
Female students can achieve the same level of success as their male counterparts on the SAT when they have female educators to serve as their teachers and mentors counsels Marlisa Johnson of Mathtopian Preparation, Inc. Johnson’s best tip for girls and their parents: “start early!” - May 21, 2009 - Mathtopian Preparation
International Business Brokers Association Celebrates 25th Anniversary in Atlanta June 8-13
The IBBA–M&A Source Spring 2009 Joint Conference for Professional Development will take place June 8-13, 2009, at the Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta, GA. More than 700 business brokers are expected to attend courses, workshops and networking events that commemorate IBBA’s 25... - May 21, 2009 - International Business Brokers Association
(BRAOA) Bathtub Refinishing Association of America Announces Team Up with Topkote Products to Provide Unparalleled Bathtub Refinishing Training and Marketing Solutions
The recent home improvement wave has opened the doors to a great, low cost, remodeling solution; bathtub refinishing. Los Angeles based Bathtub Refinishing Association of America and New Jersey based Topkote Bathtub Reglazing Products will offer what some say is one of the best training and marketing solutions available. - May 21, 2009 - Bathtub Refinishing Association of America
Chef Alex Stratta Returns to Italy with Bike Riders
Celebrity Chef Alex Stratta of Wynn Las Vegas returns to Italy with luxury travel company Bike Riders for a week of biking through Tuscany. Enjoy biking and cooking elbow-to-elbow with an award-winning chef. - May 21, 2009 - Bike Riders
The State of New York Has Awarded Scott, Gavin and Associates a 15 Year Contract to Provide Telecommunications Equipment & Services to NYS
Scott, Gavin and Associates, Inc. has been awarded New York State contract # PT64445 Comprehensive Telecommunications Equipment and Solutions in the following area(s): Key Systems, Private Branch Exchange, Area Networking Hardware and Software, ACD Systems, IVR Systems, Voice Mail, Network Cable & Fiber Optics. The contract period will be from March 20, 2009 – March 17, 2024. - May 21, 2009 - Scott, Gavin and Associates Inc.
Nine Questions Everyone Should Ask a Veteran on Memorial Day
The Priceless Legacy Company released its annual list of “Nine Questions Everyone Should Ask a Veteran on Memorial Day.” One of the best ways we can show our support for veterans is to have the courtesy and curiosity to listen to their personal accounts and preserve them for the future.” - May 21, 2009 - Priceless Legacy Company
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Issues Warning About Census-Related Fraud
Scams involve attempts at identity theft - May 21, 2009 - Better Business Bureau CT
Selling Your Gold? San Diego's KUSI News Looks at Gold Buyers
KUSI TV News in San Diego has released an investigative news report on gold buyers in San Diego, including tips for consumers looking to sell their gold jewelry and other gold items. - May 21, 2009 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
David S. Hoffner, Partner, White Collar and Securities Litigation, Dechert LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on “Foreign-Cubed” on 05/27/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that David S. Hoffner, Partner, White Collar and Securities Litigation of Dechert LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Stricter... - May 21, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Michael S. Melbinger, Partner, Chair, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits, Winston & Strawn LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on 401(k) Plans on 08/20/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Michael S. Melbinger, Partner, Chair, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits of Winston & Strawn LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’... - May 21, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Todd B. Castleton, Partner, McDermott Will & Emery LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on IRA and Qualified Plan Distributions: What You Need to Know in 2009 on 8/27/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Todd B. Castleton, Partner, McDermott Will & Emery LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “IRA and Qualified Plan Distributions: What you need to know in... - May 21, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on 401(k) Plans
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on “The Rocky Road for 401(k) Plans”. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, August 20, 2009, at 3:00 PM -... - May 21, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
20% of CDRs Not Forwarded to Mediation, 16% of Revenue Assurance Professionals Cannot Name Brand of Mediation System
According to a new study by the Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association (GRAPA), a significant number of telecommunications carriers, rather than forwarding all CDRs to a mediation system, instead bypass mediation and forward CDRs to a data warehouse or fraud management system. “By... - May 21, 2009 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
Shark Wrangler, Stuart Cove, Featured on ABC’s “Good Morning America” Weekend TV Show Aired 5/17/09
Shark Wrangler, Stuart Cove, was featured on ABC’s “Good Morning America” Weekend Adventure segment aired 5/17/09. Stuart Cove was interviewed and spoke about his famous Shark Dive Adventure at his Nassau, Bahamas operation. Stuart Cove’s Dive Bahamas is one of the few... - May 20, 2009 - Stuart Cove
Tripbase Launches New Travel Widgets
More destination information and inspiration from the award-winning travel site offering three new travel widgets, available for free. - May 20, 2009 - Tripbase.com
1-800-DENTIST® Holds Toothbrushing Tricks Contest
1-800-DENTIST®, the nation’s leading free dentist referral service, will hold a “Toothbrushing Tricks” contest through the month of May. Parents across the U.S. are invited to share the strategies they use to make toothbrushing fun for their kids. Submissions should be... - May 20, 2009 - 1-800-DENTIST
America's Green Credentials Given a Huge Boost
The Vyouz entrepreneurs are back with a whole range of free websites to encourage the reuse of unwanted items. The ever-increasing network of green websites has been likened to the “Facebook of reusing and recycling” because of the enormous social networking opportunity it... - May 20, 2009 - Vyouz Ltd
NuU Medspa Receives a "Face-Lift" and Moves to Wilmette, IL
NuU Medspa picks up and moves a few blocks from their Skokie, IL location to Wilmette, IL to enhance customer experience with a beautiful exterior and more exciting treatment options. NuU Medspa has named Chicago home for over 2 years. Warm exterior, daily refreshments and smiles is what you can... - May 20, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Luxury Link Introduces New Properties in the Caribbean and United States
Luxury Link (www.luxurylink.com), the world's leading luxury travel website, is proud to announce the addition of Montage Beverly Hills, The Fairmont Royal Pavilion, Biltmore Hotel and Raffles Canouan to its portfolio. These prestigious properties join Luxury Link’s esteemed collection of... - May 20, 2009 - Luxury Link LLC.
Pioneering Chinese-English Online Learning Website Nciku Launches More Innovative Features
Nciku is a free online Chinese-English dictionary platform with many unique search options and various features, the latest of which is Sentence Mode, an intuitive tool that takes searching for characters to a whole new level. - May 20, 2009 - Nciku
KPMG’s Katherine Breaks to Speak at KC’s Event on Recent Published Guidance on §168(k)(4) - Credit Acceleration in Lieu of Bonus Depreciation
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Katherine Breaks, Director, Washington National Tax Practice, KPMG LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Recent Published Guidance on §168(k)(4) - Credit Acceleration in Lieu of Bonus Depreciation.” This 2-hour event is scheduled on July 23, 2009, Thursday, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT. - May 20, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Online Support Package to Help New Companies Survive
Bosses of new companies in the West Midlands are set to benefit from a new support package that could help them beat one of the most dreaded stats in business. It’s estimated that 50 per cent of companies fail in their first year and a new 12-month business support programme, accredited by... - May 20, 2009 - University of Warwick Science Park
7 Tips for Choosing a Retirement Community
Free resource from ACTS Retirement-Life Communities helps consumers ask the right questions and sort through the maze of senior housing options. - May 20, 2009 - ACTS Retirement-Life Communities
600 Million Rupees of Universal Service Fund (Pakistan) for Optic Fiber in Balochistan and Basic Telecom Service in Larkana
600 Million Rupees of Universal Service Fund (Pakistan) for Optic Fiber in Balochistan and basic telecom service in Larkana. Contracts signed on World Telecom Day. - May 20, 2009 - Universal Service Fund - Pakistan
Last Hospitality Tickets Remain for Take That
Only 180 hospitality tickets remain for Take That’s summer concerts at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry. All the standing and seated tickets have been sold for the band’s shows on Monday, June 8, Tuesday, June 9 and Wednesday, June 10 in the stadium bowl at the multi-purpose... - May 20, 2009 - Ricoh Arena
Activetravel Asia Kicks Off Set Departure Tours in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos
ACTIVETRAVEL ASIA (ATA) has created set departure adventure tours in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia from June 2009. ATA guarantees the best rates for travelers who love joining small group tours and exploring hidden lands by biking, trekking, motorcycling and kayaking trips. - May 20, 2009 - Active Travel Asia
IFIS Proud to Announce New Edition of Popular Food Science & Technology Dictionary
Leading food science publisher IFIS (International Food Information Service) announce publication of the new and updated IFIS Dictionary of Food Science & Technology Second Edition. - May 20, 2009 - IFIS
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Announces Housing Opportunity Phone Bank Telethon
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that the Association will host a Housing Opportunity Phone Bank telethon on Tuesday, May 26 at 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the NBC 17 news station located at 1205 Front Street. NBC 17 will run... - May 20, 2009 - RRAR
Automation Alley to Host Ninth Annual Awards Gala
Nomination and sponsorship information now available for Annual Awards Gala on Sept. 25 at the Roostertail in Detroit. - May 20, 2009 - Automation Alley
Exchange Rate Helps Holidaymaker’s Pockets
Great Rail Journeys, the UK’s largest operator of holidays by rail, are offering their USA Coast to Coast 2009 tour for a price based on the 2008 exchange rate, which is far more cost effective now thanks to recent exchange rate fluctuations. - May 20, 2009 - Great Rail Journeys
Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills Will Assist 1 More Family in 2009 as Part of $24 Million Effort Across the U.S.
The alliance between Habitat for Humanity International and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans continues to build hope for low-income families amidst economic difficulties as the mortgage crisis unfolds nationwide. Since 2005, it has given more than 1,000 families an opportunity to achieve the... - May 20, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Full Steam Ahead. Colorado’s Rio Grande Scenic Railroad Ready to Roll.
Diverse Rides, Exciting Events, Incredible Offers All Part of 2009 Season. - May 20, 2009 - Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
Low Prices of Yesteryear Found Today on the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
Train’s Opening Weekend Ticket Price Perfect for Cost-Saving Staycation. - May 20, 2009 - Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
Town of Aberdeen & Habitat Work Together on Blyther Street Burn
The Blyther family watched as their old homeplace burned and although the memories were bittersweet, two of the sisters were happy to see the neighborhood improving. Two dilapidated abandoned houses, occupied years ago by Blyther family members, were burned to the ground by the Town of Aberdeen and... - May 20, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Troops Team Up for Habitat
On Friday, March 27, Charlie Company from the 319th MI Battalion arrived at the Habitat warehouse ready to work. Led by Lieutenant Josh Nunally, the group of about 30 troops completed the finish work on four sheds and built one from scratch that will eventually be placed in homeowners’ back... - May 20, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Lowe's How-to Clinics Teach Women Construction Skills
For women who want to build a village, but don’t know where to start, Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills and Lowe’s have the answer. As the 2009 underwriter for Habitat for Humanity International’s Women Build program, Lowe’s is hosting how-to clinics May 23rd and May... - May 20, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Thrivent Kickoff is Good News for Affordable Housing in Aberdeen
Times are tough and the construction of new homes has slowed considerably across the country. But here in Aberdeen the Ivy family will mark an important milestone in the construction of their new home—and the community is invited to join in on the fun. The celebration begins at 9 a.m. on... - May 20, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Johnny Rowlands to Emcee Kelsey Smith Charity Golf Classic
Johnny Rowlands to Emcee Kelsey Smith Charity Golf Classic. Johnny Rowlands, Kansas City area on-camera reporter and traffic helicopter pilot will be the event emcee at the 3rd Annual Kelsey Smith Charity Golf Classic on Monday July 20, 2009. - May 20, 2009 - Kelsey Smith Foundation