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Underwater Homeowners Breathe a Sigh of Relief as Congress Extends Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act
Congress passed an extension of the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act as part of tax bill H.R. 8, the bill addressing the “fiscal cliff. - January 23, 2013 - Donna Tashjian
Calligraphy Presentations
Jan Hurst Calligraphy & Design has recently done a calligraphy presentation for The Frasier History Museum in Louisville, and will be doing a paper arts presentation for The Jeffersonville Public Library on March 21st. - January 23, 2013 - Wedding Calligraphy by Jan Hurst
Washington State CCIM Chapter Annunces 2013 Board of Directors and Officers
The Washington State Chapter of CCIM, an internationally recognized and leading commercial real estate association, announces the newly elected 2013 board members, including 2013 president, Gary Hunter, CCIM, managing broker at Westlake Associates in Seattle, Washington. In addition to Hunter,... - January 23, 2013 - BDP Design, LLC
2013 "Top 50 Corporations for Multicultural Business Opportunities" Announced
DiversityBusinessdotcom today announced the "Top 50 Organizations for Multicultural Business Opportunities." Over 1,300,000 diversity business owners participated in an online election to determine the “Top” fifty organizations and Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. was named the #1... - January 23, 2013 - DiversityBusiness.com
Hand, Reef and Steer - Sailing Adventures on the Catalan Coast
Photographs are available from dave@HandReefAndSteer.eu or view and download from http://www.HandReefAndSteer.eu/pr/ David Baird is a professional skipper who has been based in Barcelona for the last 4 years. He has just launched a new initiative called Hand, Reef and Steer. The aim of the... - January 23, 2013 - Hand, Reef and Steer
St. Louis Marriage Therapy, LLC Celebrates First Year of Marital Success for St. Louis Couples
St. Louis Marriage Therapy, LLC is celebrating its first year of success in business. This release explains upcoming events and successes for this past year. - January 23, 2013 - St. Louis Marriage Therapy, LLC
NAFA's 2013 Institute & Expo Offers Amazing Lodging Choices at Affordable Costs
NAFA Fleet Management Association's 2013 annual conference offers upscale lodging options at economical prices. - January 23, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
New Jersey Congressman Albio Sires Reintroduces Tourette Syndrome Legislation
The Collaborative Academic Research Efforts for Tourette Syndome Act of 2013 would foster more research into the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of this misunderstood, misdiagnosed and inherited neurological disorder. - January 23, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Premier Cyber Safety and Anti-Bullying Assembly Rocking North America
This award-winning cyber safety program is receiving International acclaim from parents, teachers and students as it continues on its whirlwind Winter 2013 Tour taking them to 2 Countries and over 28 cities - performing over 40 live events in just 40 school days. - January 22, 2013 - Institute of Responsible Online and Cell-phone Communication
The Simon Foundation for Continence Announces ContinenceCentral.org
The Simon Foundation for Continence announced today its launch of Continence Central (www.continencecentral.org) a unique new website to help the estimated 33 million Americans affected by incontinence that are looking for products and devices to better manage their loss of bladder and/or bowel... - January 22, 2013 - The Simon Foundation for Continence
Tickets on Sale Today for Mixed Martial Arts March 16 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, in association with Cage Fury Fighting Championships, will host its next professional mixed martial arts event on Saturday, March 16 in the Rollins Center, beginning at 7 p.m. The fight card will be announced at a later date with an expected prime line up of... - January 22, 2013 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dream Big Team Announces First Major Lender Certifies New Short Sale Lease Back Program
Brian Bean and Tim Hardin of The Dream Big Team of Riverside, California, announce that First Major Lender Recognizes and Certifies the Short Sale Lease Back Program as a Viable Foreclosure Alternative and the Servicer Will Allow Some Qualified Homeowners to Stay in Their Home After a Short Sale. - January 22, 2013 - Brian Bean & Tim Hardin - Dream Big Real Estate Team - Riverside CA Real Estate Agents
The National Atheist Party Announces Partnership with Black Nonbelievers, Inc.
Announcement of NAP partnership with Black Nonbelievers, Inc. - January 22, 2013 - Secular Party of America
New York City Mold Inspection Company Helping Rally Hurricane Sandy Relief
New York City mold inspection company helping Rally Hurricane Sandy Relief and for Stricter Requirements of Environmental and Hazardous Waste Services in NYC. - January 21, 2013 - Five Boro Mold Specialist
Heights Foundation Finds Mark Loren Gem in Norman Love Confections Box
Non-profit finds Mark Loren gem in box of Norman Love chocolates and auctions for $10,000 at annual fundraiser. - January 21, 2013 - Heights Foundation
Luxury Tour Operator Attends ATF Laos 2013 with a New Luxe Definition
Luxury Travel Ltd. (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) will showcase its expertise and teach luxury tour operators and travel partners at ATF Laos (atflaos.com) 2013 in Vientiane Laos from 22 to 24 Jan 2013. Stand H9. - January 21, 2013 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Financial Institutions Expert Pinchus D. Raice to Speak at KC’s Bank Mergers: Significant Issues for 2013 and Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory-focused webcasts, has announced today that Pinchus D. Raice, Partner at Pryor Cashman LLP, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast: “Bank Mergers: Significant Issues for 2013 and... - January 21, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Michele Brown Awarded Commercial Realtor of the Year
The South Bay Association of Realtors presented the Commercial Realtor of the Year 2012 award to A. Michele Brown, President of Real Estate Professionals, Keller Williams South Bay. Michele is a Director of KW Commercial Real Estate. The SBAOR Installation of Officers and Awards Banquet was held... - January 20, 2013 - Real Estate Professionals, Michele Brown
Furnished Quarters Adds New Units in The Holmes Building
Furnished Quarters is now offering furnished rental apartments in The Holmes Building in Cambridge, Massachusetts. - January 20, 2013 - Furnished Quarters
Winners Revealed in Superwomen Boot Camp’s “Battle of the Holiday Bulge Fitness” Challenge
Folsom fitness expert and owner of Superwomen Boot Camp, Val Fujii today announced the winners of the Battle of the Holiday Bulge Fitness Challenge. Challengers split a pot of $1,140 and were awarded weekend vacations, massages, facials, mani/pedis and more. Prizes were awarded for greatest percentage of weight loss and greatest percentage of body fat loss. - January 20, 2013 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Women’s Business Development Center Offers February Programs That Support and Accelerate Women’s Business Ownership
Center provides a continuum of business development services to prospective and established women entrepreneurs including counseling, training, financial, certification and procurement assistance. - January 20, 2013 - Women's Business Development Center
Spring Hill Middle School Students to Explore America’s Cultural Heritage Through Ethnic Dance Performances
8th grade students of Spring Hill Middle School (Wisconsin, Dells, WI) prepare to present a series of ethnic folk dances for the school’s Ethnic Dance and Achievement Awards Assembly (Fri, Feb 15, 2013, 1:15pm-3:15pm). - January 20, 2013 - Ethnic Dance Connection
Chaney Monge School Students to Present Ethnic Dance Program at School's Ethnic Dance Assembly and Multi-Cultural Fair
6th, 7th and 8th grade students of Chaney Monge School (Crest Hill, IL, near Joliet) prepare to present a series of ethnic folk dances for the school’s Ethnic Dance Assembly (Fri, Feb 22, 2013, 9:00am-10:30am) and for the school’s Multi-Cultural Fair (Sat, Feb 23, 2013, 10:00am-1:00pm). - January 20, 2013 - Ethnic Dance Connection
The Association for Behavior Analysis International Comes to Portland
ABAI Will Host Its Seventh Annual Autism Conference, Novel Autism Solutions for Practitioners, Parents, and Researchers, in Portland, OR at the end of January. - January 20, 2013 - Association for Behavior Analysis International
9 Year Old Plans Antarctic Marathon Run for Children's Cause
On February 25, 2013, Nikolas Toocheck will participate in the White Continent Marathon & Half. It is believed that he is the youngest person ever to attempt this feat. - January 20, 2013 - Operation Warm
Market Intelligence Supporting Customer-Centric Growth and Innovation – May 8, Orlando FL
Mark Huson of Kaiser Associates will present an interactive session on a framework for customer-centric market strategy and growth on Wednesday, May 8 at the28th Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals (SCIP) International Conference and Exhibition in Orlando Fl. - January 20, 2013 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
Panama Relocation Tour Announces 7-Day and 5-Day Tours Available for 2013
Unique Panama tour gives options on whether to avail the 7-day or 5-day tour package. This special tour is the only one of its kind Panama tour that shows participants the realities of living in Panama. - January 20, 2013 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
Philippine National Barista Championship Hosts Certification Training to Qualify Judges to the Country’s Most Prestigious Coffee Competition
Scott Conary, Head Judge to the World Barista Championship, will lead and qualify Filipino Judges to the inaugural Philippine National Barista Championship. - January 20, 2013 - Association of Filipino Baristas Inc
Olympic Skier Julie Parisien Announced as Celebrity Pace-Setter for Upcoming Hear ME Now Charity Ski Race
Olympic and World Cup Alpine skier, Julie Parisien will set the pace for the 11th annual Break the Sound Barrier ski race at Shawnee Peak on Sunday, March 3, 2013. Proceeds benefit hear ME now, Maine’s leading auditory oral education center. - January 20, 2013 - hear ME now
Naples Invitational Art Fest Announces 2013 Sponsors
Annual event supports autism programs. Eden Autism Services has announced sponsors for the 16th annual Naples Invitational Art Fest. Arthrex, The New York Times, Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner and Driftwood Garden Center are supporting the juried art show, to be held January 26-27 2013 at... - January 20, 2013 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Heights Foundation Announces New Board Members
Caryn Clark, Orv Curry and John Grey have been elected to the Heights Foundation Board of Directors. Each serves a three-year term beginning this month. The Heights Foundation supports the Heights Center, a place for education, opportunity, and enrichment. The Center’s mission is to promote... - January 20, 2013 - Heights Foundation
Pro Poker Championships Satellites Continue and Tournament Events Begin at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
The nationally-televised Pro Poker Championships is continuing in the Crown Royal® Poker Room at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino with more satellites leading up to the seven main events. The first event and satellites are as follows: Jan. 25, 7 p.m.: Event 1 - $25,000.00 guarantee no limit... - January 20, 2013 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Million Puppet March Returns to DC for Presidential Inauguration Parade
Million Puppets announced that the Million Puppet March is returning to Washington, DC, for the Presidential Inaugural Parade on January 21, 2013 as part of their ongoing efforts to show support for public broadcasting. Participants can also march virtually using social media and the... - January 19, 2013 - Million Puppets
Forest of Angels, Inc. Distributed $8750.00 to Local Charities
Forest of Angels, Inc. announced and awarded the winners of the Forest of Angels tree decorating contest on Wednesday January 9th 2013. - January 19, 2013 - Forest of Angels Inc
IEEE WCET® Certification Program Examination to be Held 7 April – 4 May 2013
Application Deadline Ends 22 March for Spring 2013 Testing Period - January 19, 2013 - IEEE Communications Society
Michael H. Kaplan Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Michael H. Kaplan, of Pasadena, California, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Acutarial Consulting. About Michael H. Kaplan Michael H. Kaplan is Chief Consulting Officer of Rael & Letson,... - January 19, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Sandra Newell Joins RE/MAX Alliance Group
Longtime Englewood resident joins the RE/MAX Office in Englewood, Florida. - January 19, 2013 - RE/MAX Alliance Group
Christopher Esposito, Partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP to Speak at KC’s New FASB Fair Value Disclosure Requirements (ASU 2011-04) Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Christopher Esposito, Partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “New FASB Fair Value Disclosure... - January 19, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Panama Relocation Tour Now Offers an Expanded 7 Day and 6 Night Package
Now in a 7-day package, the expanded Panama Relocation Tour shows a more comprehensive view of life in Panama. Each day is filled with activities wherein participants go to various Panama cities and towns that include Coronado, Bocas, David and Boquete among others. - January 19, 2013 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
New Application and Study Portal Benefits Gold Seal Certification Candidates
Gold Seal Certification program, the leading Canadian certification program for construction management professionals such as estimators, superintendents, project managers and safety coordinators, announced today that it has launched an online application and study portal. - January 19, 2013 - Canadian Construction Association
Casey Cares Announces Hendersen-Webb, Inc as Title Sponsor of Their 2013 "Mad About Casey Cares" Gala
The Casey Cares Foundation today announced today that Hendersen-Webb, Inc. is this year’s title sponsor of the charity’s annual gala, “Mad About Casey Cares.” The “Mad Men” themed gala will be held at the B & O Railroad Museum on March 23, 2013. This marks the 13th year of the gala. Hendersen-Webb, Inc.’s sponsorship will help the charity provide hundreds of uplifting activities with a special touch to critically ill children and their families. - January 19, 2013 - Casey Cares Foundation
Herbert Hoover Iowa Legislator Public Service Award - Nominations Being Accepted
The Herbert Hoover Presidential Library Association is now accepting nominations for the 2013 Herbert Hoover Iowa Legislator Uncommon Public Service Award. Any Iowa Legislator that stands out to you as going above and beyond the duties he or she has been elected to do is eligible for this... - January 19, 2013 - Hoover Association
$5,000 Scholarship Available to High School Juniors
Applications are now being taken for the 16th Annual Herbert Hoover Uncommon Student Award, a scholarship program for Iowa high school juniors. The postmark deadline is March 31, 2013. The 15 students chosen for the program receive a $1,000 stipend. In addition, three $5,000 scholarships are... - January 19, 2013 - Hoover Association
CentraState Family Practice Resident Physicians Discover Importance of an Early Tourette Syndrome Diagnosis
Teenagers Michael Cannizzaro and Tess Kowalski detail their experiences in how a diagnoses, or lack thereof, has affected their life at home, in school and in their communities. - January 19, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Women and Hair Loss – A Growing Epidemic: What Can We do to Stop It?
Guci Image (GI) North Jersey’s premier destination for hair restoration is a one stop for all hair loss and hair related problems. Hair loss and hair thinning has been a major problem worldwide. In the United States alone there are about 35 million men and 21 million women who are victims of... - January 19, 2013 - Guci Image
SCSU Police Officer Heads Up Cost Free Active Shooter Program for U.S. Public Schools
Service empowers school administrators to mitigate possible injuries or death to students and staff. Schools can more effectively request emergency assistance from police and assist in providing information about the active shooter in real time. - January 19, 2013 - National Council for Better Schools
Gerald E. Harvey Jr. Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Gerald E. Harvey Jr., of Leawood, Kansas, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Accounting. About Gerald E. Harvey Jr. Gerald E. Harvey Jr. is President of the accounting firm of Harvey &... - January 19, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Joseph V. Colaianni Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Joseph V. Colaianni, of Washington, D.C., has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Law. About Joseph V. Colaianni Joseph V. Colaianni is Partner at the law firm of Patton & Boggs, LLP. Mr. - January 19, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Stephen Katsinas Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Stephen Katsinas, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Education. About Stephen Katsinas Stephen Katsinas is the Director of the Education Policy Center at the University... - January 19, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Matthew D. Gold Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Matthew D. Gold, of Winchester, Massachusetts, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About Matthew D. Gold Matthew D. Gold received his M.D. from Cornell University. He completed his... - January 19, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who