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  California Newswire Story Archive for October 2007
    
Most Read Stories from October, 2007:

Garrett Stafford of Detroit Red Wings Endorses Vitamin Supplement, 1st Step for Energy
Connecting to God with World's First Spiritual Perfume
American Information Strategies, Inc.(R) Forms Strategic Partnership with Powerhouse Business Leader
Cliff Moser to Head Architecture Department at CADFORCE
Popovich Comedy Pet Theater Schedules Holiday Tour in California
Oilsource Holding Group Inc. and Abundant Biofuels Corporation Form Joint Venture to Produce Biodiesel in Colombia
The Los Angeles Times Completes Sale of Recycler Classifieds to Target Media Partners
Neotrope Announces Launch of PRTrax Reader Tracking for PR Business Intelligence
CSA Travel Protection and Cheapoair to Deliver Affordable Travel Insurance
WonderWorks Introduces iPod Movies, Audiobooks on DVD-ROM
 

Always Best Care Senior Services Expands Into San Joaquin County, Calif.

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 23:33:27 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Always Best Care Senior Services has expanded into the San Joaquin County, California area. America’s premier In-Home Care, Assisted Living Placement Service, and Personal Response Company, is proud to announce seniors in San Joaquin County can now rely on Always Best Care Senior Services for outstanding care.

Arclinea Boston Wins Two Gold Awards at 2007 Prism Awards Presented by BAGB

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 23:23:22 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

BOSTON, Mass. — Arclinea Boston is the winner of two 2007 PRISM Gold Awards, for Best Remodeling of a Kitchen Over $100,000 and Best Remodeling of a Kitchen $50,000 - $100,000. Presented by the Builders Association of Greater Boston (BAGB).

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Social Platform LLC Announces Enhanced Enterprise Social Networking Software

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 17:06:56 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Social Platform, a leading social networking software provider of scalable web-based solutions for branded, high end social applications announced today the release of their latest version, Social Platform Enterprise 2.0. In keeping with the firm’s dedication to developing advanced social media software, release of version 2.0 focuses on a higher degree of functionality.

Move to Cable Calling Means Phone Companies Lose $8 Billion Over Five Years, Says Insight Research

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 19:41:42 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

BOONTON, N.J. — The top 11 cable operators continue to grab share of the residential phone markets, a move that will cost the incumbent phone companies nearly eight billion dollars over the next five years, says a new market research report from Insight Research Corp. The incumbent phone companies are expected to lose more than three million residential phone lines to cable.

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AirSense Launches Addressable Sample Port-Annunciation Smoke Detection System

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 18:51:52 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

PORTLAND, Ore. — AirSense Technology Limited, leading manufacturer of award winning Stratos(R) aspirating smoke detection systems, is proud to introduce MatrixScan(TM), the world’s first addressable virtual detector matrix system featuring sample port-annunciation(TM).

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Connecting to God with World’s First Spiritual Perfume

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 18:17:25 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

ORANGE, Calif. — Recent scientific findings indicates new niche fragrance, Virtue(R) parfum, and its inspirational concept are on solid ground with olfactory research, associative behavior research, and the Bible. “Virtue(R) was created to be a reminder for Godly focus and help a person connect through fragrance. We developed it for anyone seeking a relationship with their Creator,” said Vicki Pratt, President, of IBI.

Brooklyn: The New Hot Spot For Tots! The New York Kids Club Announces Opening of Brooklyn Heights Location

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 00:20:38 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

MANHATTAN, N.Y. — Brooklyn families have an exciting new enrichment option for their children this season as the New York Kids Club announces plans to open a fifth center in Brooklyn Heights. The 10,000 square foot Brooklyn location will host a 2’s and 3’s Club drop off program and classes for children 6 months - 18 years old in gymnastics, art, ballet, martial arts, cheerleading, ultimate fitness, as well as, open play, camp programs and one of a kind birthday parties.

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Biometric Signature ID Highlights its Biometric Signature and Gesture Technology Called BioSig-ID(TM) to Reduce Identity Fraud at 2007 InnoTech

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 23:22:33 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

DALLAS, Texas — Biometric Signature ID (”BSI”) announces that CEO, Jeffrey Maynard, will be a speaker at InnoTech, the Business & Technology Innovation Conference to take place at the Cox Convention Center in Oklahoma City. Mr. Maynard will speak Tuesday, November 6, at 10:00 a.m. on a very timely topic entitled “Biometric Signatures to Reduce Identity Theft and Fraud - A New Defense.”

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LBA Group Makes Premier List of the 5,000 Fastest-Growing U.S. Businesses

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 23:09:13 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

GREENVILLE, N.C. — LBA Group, Inc. announces that it has made Inc. magazine’s list of the top 5,000 fastest-growing businesses in the nation with a ranking of 3,613 and a three-year sales growth of 80 percent. Inc. 5,000 lists companies, that when put together, represents the backbone of the U.S. economy.

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New Internet College Comedy Series Begins in November

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 18:43:51 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

BOULDER, Colo. — KollegeTV is a series about four college students trying to navigate the path to graduate between classes, parties and relationships. The new online comedy series about college life begins webcasting in November on www.kollegetv.com and will post new webisodes every week.

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American Information Strategies, Inc.(R) Forms Strategic Partnership with Powerhouse Business Leader

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 22:13:04 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. — American Information Strategies (AIS), a premier investor lead generation company based in San Clemente, CA, recently entered into a strategic partnership agreement with Ron Huntington, partner of Verne Harnish, author of “Mastering the Rockefeller Habits.” Renowned for his keen insights and expertise, Mr. Huntington is a distinguished business leader with over 30 years of entrepreneurial, ownership, and management experience.

Memoir of Top Chinese Rights Lawyer Published as His Whereabouts Unknown

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 18:38:34 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

NEW YORK, N.Y. — Broad Press USA announced this week the release in English of “A China More Just” (ISBN: 1-932674-36-5), an autobiographical account by Chinese lawyer and Nobel Peace Prize nominee, Gao Zhisheng. The announcement comes one month after Gao was abducted by the Chinese authorities.

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TCMI Houston it is Essential to be Prepared for a Phone Interview

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 18:20:36 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

HOUSTON, Texas — Prospective employers often use phone screenings to determine who gets through the door for an in person interview. In a competitive employment market, job seekers need to know just how important a phone call can be. According to TCMI Houston, a leading executive career management and marketing firm, any contact with a potential employer is an opportunity to make a positive or negative impression.

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Catch the Fiery Shades of Fall with a New Designer Jewelry Collection from Relios

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 18:11:05 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Relios Jewelry, American designer and manufacturer of contemporary sterling silver and genuine gemstone jewelry, is introducing its new designer jewelry collection for Fall, to debut on its retail website later this month. The new collection, “Santa Fe Sunset,” showcases purples, oranges, and mixed metals alongside exquisite metalwork.

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eDataShield Software Backs up Computer Files with a Click of the Mouse

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 16:57:34 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

LA VISTA, Neb. — Is your computer protected? Property loss threatens everyone. Recent California wildfires have damaged and destroyed thousands of homes and businesses; Hurricanes Katrina and Rita destroyed more than 275,000 homes. That’s why eDataShield has designed a computer backup system that is secure and easy-to-use.

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New Book by Elizabeth Gordon Explores Racial Boundaries and Builds Cultural Bridges

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 20:55:39 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — What might a well-to-do, middle-aged Caucasian woman have in common with a pregnant, African-American teenager? According to a new book published by Crandall, Dostie and Douglass Books, Inc., and authored by Elizabeth Gordon, plenty. “Walk with Us: Triplet Boys, Their Teen Parents and Two White Women Who Tagged Along” (ISBN: 978-1-934390-30-6) is a twentieth century tale with a message of hope.

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Premier Coach of NYC Extends Hospitality On-Line for Their Charter Bus Services

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 20:44:03 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

BRONX, N.Y. — Do you need small or large group ground transportation, but want the ease of on-line shopping without sacrificing personal service? Well Premier Coach of NYC is pleased to announce their newly expanded on-line service at premiercoachny.com.

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New Book Shares Tips for Raising a Happy and Healthy Shelter-Adopted Cat

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 20:37:09 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

SANDPOINT, Idaho — A new book from Logical Expressions, Inc. aims to help new, adopted-cat owners get off on the right “paw.” “Happy Tabby: Develop a Great Relationship with Your Adopted Cat or Kitten” (ISBN: 978-0-9749245-3-3; LCCN-2007906436) tells new owners what they need to know to raise a healthy, happy feline.

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Metrofunk: The World’s First Invite-Only Social Network Built by Trendsetters for Trendsetters

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 16:40:24 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

NEW YORK, N.Y. — Metrofunk Corporation announced today that on November 15, 2007 they will launch Metrofunk.com, the world’s first invite-only social network devoted entirely to nightlife, fashion, film, and music. Metrofunk was created specifically to allow industry trendsetters such as nightclub promoters, fashion designers, music artists, and filmmakers, the ability to create, build, and monetize their individually branded online social networks.

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Former Pope of Pot, Christian Minister On Hunger Strike

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 15:30:30 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — In Los Angeles Superior Court today Judge Mary H. Strobel ruled from the bench that Minister Rubin of Temple 420 had to expose himself twice a month as part of his probation requirements. The minister of the Hollywood cannabis church offered to submit to a hair test stating, “I am not trying to avoid the responsibility of drug testing, I only want to have some human dignity by not having to expose myself to this gentlemen that is my probation officer.”

Popovich Comedy Pet Theater Schedules Holiday Tour in California

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 21:27:23 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The Gregory Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is taking its show on the road. After touring for seven years and then celebrating its first full year of daily shows at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, the show is scheduled to appear in several cities throughout California during the month of December.

Garrett Stafford of Detroit Red Wings Endorses Vitamin Supplement, 1st Step for Energy

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 20:51:42 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Full Performance Fitness Inc. has signed a deal with new Detroit Red Wings defenseman Garrett Stafford. Garrett is a Los Angeles native, but played in the northeast growing up. He finished the regular season as the Sharks top scoring defenseman and T-8th among AHL blueliners with 41 points.

San Francisco and Bay Area Singles Expo, Trade Show and Singles Party

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 20:21:55 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

SAN RAMON, Calif. — Professionals Guild announced today that it will host a Singles Expo, Trade Show, and Party at the San Ramon Marriott Hotel on Friday, November 16th. More than 25 Bay Area businesses of interest to single professionals will exhibit at the trade show portion of the event. There will be demos, product samples, performances, free chair massage, entertainment, DJ dancing, drawings and prizes, free party snacks, and a no host bar.

ResortsandLodges Collects International Award for Superior Website Design

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 19:35:16 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

ST. PAUL, Minn. — ResortsandLodges, a leading niche portal Web site providing advertising for the hospitality and travel industry, has received a WebAward for excellence in Web site design and development from the Web Marketing Association (WMA). The company was chosen from among 2,400 entries from more than 40 countries during the WMA’s annual WebAward competition.

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Cliff Moser to Head Architecture Department at CADFORCE

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 16:14:22 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — CADFORCE, the Los Angeles-based global leader in outsourced architectural services, today announced the hiring of Cliff Moser, AIA, MSQA-LEED(R) AP as Vice President of Architecture. “Cliff’s knowledge of quality systems and processes will be passed directly to our clients - resulting in better, more efficient, homes and buildings,” said Bob Vanech, CEO.

Marine Exploration Ventures Employs State-of-the-Art Contract to Insulate Against Foreign Interference

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 00:12:28 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

MIAMI, Fla. — Marine Exploration International (OTC Pink Sheets: MEXP / MEXP.pk), through its joint-venture partner, Hispaniola Ventures, LLC, now has the benefit of innovative host country legal contracts; they will be used to protect all marine exploration projects. Through its joint venture and the use of industry-standard setting contracts, MEI sets the standard for protecting its investments.

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MODA CUCINA to Continue Manufacturing Luxury Kitchens in Boston

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 23:47:10 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

BOSTON, Mass. — Moda Cucina will continue to manufacture its nationally recognized luxury kitchens and custom furniture designs in its Hyde Park’s Westinghouse Plaza facility for another eight years. In recent weeks, there has been speculation as to the status of Moda Cucina’s shop after it was announced by a regional newspaper that rumors of a closure had emerged.

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D’Accord Music Releases New Software that Allows Users to Download and Recognize Files from Multiple Media Sources

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 23:40:19 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

RECIFE, Brazil — D’Accord Music Software, the Brazilian leader in music software, announces a new version of its award-winning software - iChords - that recognizes and presents chords from any MP3, WMA files or CDs. By using iChords 2.0, the new version, musicians can learn how to play any song on keyboard or guitar. It also exports song videos to iPods(TM) and mobile phones.

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The Hottest Sexy Halloween Costumes for 2007 from HalloweenAdventure

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 22:33:37 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

BOOTHWYN, Pa. — According to Halloween Adventure, this Halloween, adults in greater numbers than ever before are choosing sexy over spooky. As a result, leading online costume retailers have increased their offering of sexy Halloween costumes in an effort to scare up extra sales for Halloween 2007.

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Allstar Coaches Makes Temporary Housing Available for California Fire Evacuees

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 21:55:56 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — In response to the current crisis in the Southern California area, Allstar Coaches will begin repositioning its fleet of luxury RV’s to the west coast. “This is an effort to help those who have been displaced by the fires. Effective immediately, we have made all available coaches ready for transport to the affected areas. We are proud of the help we provided to victims of hurricanes Katrina, and Wilma and want to continue our tradition of making a difference to those in need,” says Rob Tischler, CEO.

TripMama Raises the Bar in Travel Comparison: Expands Its Technology and Ad Partners

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 18:41:02 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

NEW YORK, N.Y. — TripMama, a leading travel comparison website, has announced several new upgrades to further improve the extremely popular web site, including new advertiser, Expedia.com. The New York based travel company works with the largest travel websites online to provide bargain hunters with the widest selection of discounted airfares. TripMama.com quickly provides search results and price comparisons from today’s top travel sites.

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Seaweed Systems, Inc., and Curtiss-Wright Partner on OpenGL Graphics Solutions for Rugged, Mil Aero Platforms

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 16:39:45 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

BURLINGTON, Mass. — Seaweed Systems, Inc., the leading developer and supplier of OpenGL(R) and X Window System embedded graphics solutions for embedded markets, announced today that it has partnered with Curtiss-Wright Controls Embedded Computing, a leading designer and manufacturer of rugged deployed commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) VME, VPX and CompactPCI products for the aerospace and defense market.

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Long Term Care Newsletter Debuts, Published by LTC Financial Partners; Advice on Living Better, Not Just Longer, with Financial Protection

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 16:05:47 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

KIRKLAND, Wash. — Now there’s a newsletter for people who will probably need long term care someday, but want to stay healthy, happy, and solvent as long as possible. The first issue of “Caring is Sharing,” to be published quarterly, debuts November 1. By promoting healthy lifestyles and good planning, the 8-page newsletter seeks to extend the vital years while protecting financial assets subject to healthcare drainage.

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DaveCo Industries Drives it Home with New Stake Driving Tool Line

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 15:59:07 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

GARLAND, Texas — DaveCo Industries recently entered into an agreement to acquire the The Striker(TM) product line from Simmons Tool LLC. The deal gives DaveCo all rights to manufacture and market the innovative stake driving tools both domestically and abroad. Dealers are currently being established in the U.S. and Canada, while international channels are also under development.

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New Light Entertainment Brings Change to the World of Home Entertainment

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 01:40:40 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — New Light Entertainment, a multi-faceted, home entertainment company that delivers audio and video content to audiences, announces the upcoming release of Shiloh Falls, a western that will also include downloadable music. Scheduled to be released in January 2008, the Shiloh Falls DVD will include both the movie and music.

Oilsource Holding Group Inc. and Abundant Biofuels Corporation Form Joint Venture to Produce Biodiesel in Colombia

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 23:51:30 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

MONTEREY, Calif. and BOGOTA, COLOMBIA — Oilsource Holding Group announced that it has joined with Abundant Biofuels Corporation to begin producing biodiesel from non-food crops in Colombia. Abundant Biofuels Colombia SRL has identified a strong interest from private and government sector.

Neotrope Announces Launch of PRTrax Reader Tracking for PR Business Intelligence

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 15:16:09 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

TORRANCE, Calif. — Neotrope(R), a leading California-based advertising, PR, and technology company established 1983, today announced the launch of its new PRTrax(TM) Reader Tracking solution, the first service of its kind in the industry. PRTrax allows marketing departments and public relations professionals to track press release readership data across multiple news sites in the Neotrope News Network, including Send2Press(R), and California Newswire(R).

New Gorell Hurricane Window Named ‘Most Innovative Window’

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 20:35:30 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

INDIANA, Pa. — Gorell’s new Armor Max Plus(TM) hurricane window was awarded a Crystal Achievement Award in the “Most Innovative Window” category by Window & Door magazine. Armor Max Plus(TM) windows are designed to protect homeowners and their homes from airborne debris during hurricane-strength storms and other forms of violent weather.

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WonderWorks Introduces iPod Movies, Audiobooks on DVD-ROM

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:08:26 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — WonderWorks Entertainment announces this week the release of its Mobile Matinee collection of eight classic movies and 12 audiobooks on three DVD-ROMs for the rapidly growing iPod and iPhone market. The DVD-ROM titles are pre-formatted for iPod, import quickly to iTunes and can be viewed on iPod, iPod Nano, iPhone, a computer or directly on TV by use of a 3-pin connector.

Epeius Biotechnologies Leads with Keynote Address on the Advent of Pathotropic Medicine for Cancer at the Global Pharma R&D Summit Conference in Boston

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 22:50:54 -0700 PDT
by Cindy Holden - Staff Editor

SAN MARINO, Calif. and BOSTON, Mass. — Epeius Biotechnologies Corporation today announced that Dr. Frederick L. Hall, President and CEO of Epeius Biotechnologies Inc., has accepted an invitation to give the lead keynote address on “The Advent of Pathotropic Medicine for Cancer” at the Global Pharma R&D Summit 2007 to be held in Boston MA.

Interim HealthCare to be Featured in National Television Program

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 21:28:46 -0700 PDT
by Valerie Gotten - Staff Editor

SUNRISE, Fla. — Interim HealthCare is partnering with W, the woman’s show in an upcoming 30 minute television special program that explores the challenges and choices people face when themselves or loved ones need special care at home due to medical problems or aging. With the focus on the most requested choice - remaining in their home - the special program takes a look at home health care, how it works, who provides it and the many services that are available.

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