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Weitz & Luxenberg Voices Hope for Mesothelioma Awareness Day 2015

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 25, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The mesothelioma lawyers of nationally known asbestos-exposure law firm Weitz and Luxenberg, P.C., said they hope on Saturday to alert as many individuals as possible to the scourge of mesothelioma, Weitz and Luxenberg today announced. (Press Release)

Foodies on the Loose! Cottage Cooking Asheville Cooks Up Kooky Marketing Scheme

ASHEVILLE, N.C., Sept. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cottage Cooking Asheville is having fun getting the word out about its new business. It's taking its cooking on the road, in the water and underwater, in the woods and wherever else it can carve out a cozy place to cook. (Press Release)

EaseUS Software Releases Data Recovery Wizard 9.5 Version for Windows

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 23, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Recently EaseUS Software, an international provider of award-winning data protection, backup and disk management utilities, announced the new release of Data Recovery Wizard 9.5 edition for Windows, which proves to be an update in recovery effectiveness. With enhancements on RAW file type support, v9.5 is a further optimized RAW recovery solution. (Press Release)

Just Among Friends: Long-Term Care Insurance on Facebook Works, says ACSIA Partners

KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 23, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long-term care insurance agents often resist reaching out to friends who could use their help. And seekers of LTC insurance information also resist reaching out to friends who may be in the business. But there's much to gain from overcoming this reluctance, according to ACSIA Partners, a leading long-term care insurance agency. (Press Release)

In Philly, Host of TV Show 'Hoarders' Makes Special Guest Appearance

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., Sept. 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TV Star and lead expert of the hit cable television show 'Hoarders,' Cory Chalmers, will be making a special guest appearance at his newest Steri-Clean franchise. This franchise, owned by Lindsay Bednarek and Kelly Mahon, is hosting the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and the Lower Bucks Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon cutting. (Press Release)

Seattle Homeowners: Inspect Your Roof, Before the Rains Come Advises Eco Roof Service Head Zarling

SEATTLE, Wash., Sept. 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'Late summer/early fall is the perfect time to check your roof for damaged shingles or possible areas of leakage,' said Aaron Zarling, manager of the King County-based Eco Roof Service. 'A roof check (and potential repair or replacement) is especially important to do now, before the big rains set in. Even small leaks can lead to big damage - mold and rot - if they are not fixed in time,' he noted. (Press Release)

Cogensia Launches New B2C Dining Segmentation Providing Targeted Solutions for Local Restaurant Marketing

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Sept. 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cogensia, a data-driven marketing firm, recently launched a breakthrough restaurant marketing solution - Dining Segments. The segments categorize U.S. households based on eight of the most popular dining categories. The segmentation places every consumer into different profiles based on hundreds of demographic, survey, lifestyle and interest data elements. The segments are applied to all 120 million households in Cogensia's Consumer IntelliBase and are available for email and direct mail targeting. (Press Release)

Prayer Vigil Scheduled in N.J. for Imprisoned American Citizen in Iran

OLD BRIDGE, N.J., Sept 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Over 100 million Christians are persecuted for their faith all over the world, making them one of the most persecuted religious groups on the planet, according to The Bridge Christian Radio. Iran is one of the top persecutors of Christians, and on Monday, September 28, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani will address the United Nations, even as his government unlawfully holds and tortures Americans. In particular, for the past three years, Christian pastor Saeed Abedini has been imprisoned in Iran for his faith in Christ. (Press Release)

Epilepsy Education Conference comes to Anchorage: info on medications, treatments, neuroimaging

SEATTLE, Wash., Sept. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- An epilepsy educational conference comes to Anchorage on Sept. 26, featuring presentations on epilepsy medications, treatments, neuroimaging, a medical panel for questions, and a Studio E Art Therapy session, hosted by The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest (EFNW). (Press Release)

Weitz and Luxenberg to Target VW Over EPA 'Defeat Device' Emissions Recall

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Owners of recalled Volkswagen diesel passenger cars sold with emissions controls designed to cheat during smog tests may be entitled to compensation from the automaker, the nationally known personal injury law firm Weitz and Luxenberg said today. (Press Release)

EPIC Insurance adds Southeast Region Employee Benefits Consultant Suzannah Gill

ATLANTA, Ga., Sept. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Suzannah Gill has joined the firm's Employee Benefits Consulting team in Atlanta. (Press Release)

70-year Old Chicagoan Jim Ryan to Cycle More Than 500 Miles in the Camino de Santiago Journey

CHICAGO, Ill., Sept. 19, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long-time Saint Robert Bellarmine parishioner and Jefferson Park resident, Jim Ryan, will cycle more than 500 miles in the Camino de Santiago journey to honor and raise funds for the vibrant Saint Robert Bellarmine parish and school community. At 70 years of age, Jim will embark on this historical pilgrimage to the Camino de Santiago in Spain (also known as The Way of St. James) from Sept. 21 - Oct. 15, 2015. He is naming his ride the San Roberto Belarmino journey. (Press Release)

Joshuacord Announces Third annual 5K Joshua 1:9 Religious Freedom Run-Walk Nov. 14, 2015 in Tampa, Fla.

TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Joshuacord Inc. announces its Third annual 5K Joshua 1:9 Religious Freedom Run/Walk for November 14, 2015 and displaying the persecuted ribbon for support. Joshuacord is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization. (Press Release)

With a successful day in Swiss Court, Olympian Justin Reiter obtains approval to proceed with litigation against IOC

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, Sept. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Justin Reiter, accompanied by his three lawyers, appeared this morning before the honorable Court in Lausanne in the first hearing on his lawsuit against the International Olympic Committee ('IOC'). (Press Release)

Tenorshare Updates iPhone 6 Data Recovery for MacOS with iOS9 Supported

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tenorshare, the No. 1 iOS device data recovery software vendor, announced the new upgrade of Tenorshare iPhone Data Recovery for Mac. The new update focuses on the newest iOS 9 compatibility and stability improvements. It also introduced some new features, such as App video recovery, data transfer, etc. (Press Release)

NYC Personal Injury Law firm, Weitz and Luxenberg – 14 Attorneys Named as 'Super Lawyers'

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Super Lawyers magazine yesterday reported that 14 attorneys from the powerhouse personal injury law firm of Weitz and Luxenberg, P.C., will appear in the prestigious periodical's 2015 roster of outstanding New York City metro area attorneys, Weitz and Luxenberg announced. (Press Release)

In Business Coaching, a Dual Perspective Leads to Top 4 percent International Recognition

DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- At the end of the day, all business professionals, from C-level Executives to hourly employees alike, are driven by recognition and accolades as much as income and profit. When it comes to being recognized as a 'leader in your industry,' there's no better testament than those from your peers, and Roger Stalheim, President of The Des Moines Metro Alternative Board (TAB) can attest to that. (Press Release)

Regent Education, helping EDU institutions administer financial aid, names Jim Hermens as new President

FREDERICK, Md., Sept. 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Regent Education, the leading provider of financial aid and enrollment management software solutions, today announced the addition of higher education veteran Jim Hermens to the executive team where he will serve as the Company's president. (Press Release)

Venice Florida AC Company Mahle Cool Air Earns Top Award From Carrier Enterprise

VENICE, Fla., Sept. 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mahle Cool Air and Heating of Venice, a Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer, received Carrier Enterprise's 2014 Enterprise Award for Business Plan Achievement. (Press Release)

Attorney Bernard Walsh Remarks on Automakers to Make Automatic Braking Standard on All New Cars

BRADENTON, Fla., Sept. 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bradenton accident attorney Bernard Walsh cautions major automakers to include commercial trucks with the decision to make automatic emergency braking systems standard on all new passenger vehicles. (Press Release)

Gmate SMART mobile app for diabetes monitoring launches in all Kmart pharmacies

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Philosys, Inc. announces today that all Kmart pharmacies nationwide are now offering the Gmate(R) SMART Blood Glucose Monitoring System, the latest in mHealth technology for diabetes management. Gmate SMART is available in all Kmart pharmacies as of September 2015. The Gmate SMART meter and App deliver fast and accurate blood glucose test results right to your smartphone. (Press Release)

Montana CPA Tech Firm, JOSEPH EVE Named Intacct Partner of the Month

KALISPELL, Mont., Sept. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JOSEPH EVE, a firm of experienced accounting and technology professionals, was named Intacct Partner of the Month for August 2015. In July, JOSEPH EVE (JE) was named an Intacct Premier Partner. (Press Release)

LeaseAccelerator SaaS Achieves SAP Certification as Powered by SAP NetWeaver

GREAT FALLS, Va., Sept. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LeaseAccelerator Inc., the market-leader in Equipment Lease Management (ELM) software, today announced that its LeaseAccelerator(R) software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution has attained SAP-certification with SAP's ERP platform as powered by the SAP NetWeaver(R) platform. LeaseAccelerator(R) has been proven to integrate with SAP(R) solutions, offering the most advanced capital lease accounting capabilities available to equipment lessees. (Press Release)

E-VAI: the Artificial Intelligence Platform from Eularis Changes Rules of Pharma Marketing

NEW YORK, N.Y. and Tokyo, Sept. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eularis announces today the release of E-VAI, the latest development in sophisticated artificial intelligence technology delivering next generation analytics and decision making to Pharma marketers globally. E-VAI changes the game for marketers struggling to understand and get value from their marketing. (Press Release)

RedFin POS launches point-of-sale solutions website highlighting brand independence, managed customer support

DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., Sept. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RedFin today announced the launch of a new, rebranded website to illustrate the company's core focus in point of sale (POS) solutions for restaurant and retail environments. The new site highlights the emphasis on POS brand independence, in-house hardware and software customer support, and secure access to its certified payment processing gateway. (Press Release)

Cadillac Restorer Frank Nicodemus Honored for His 50 Years of Vintage Car Restoration

LAKEVILLE, Conn., Sept. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lime Rock Park presented one very special trophy as part of its 'Sunday in the Park' concours d'elegance over the Labor Day weekend, this one to Frank Nicodemus of Wappinger's Falls, N.Y. in honor of his fiftieth year in restoring vintage cars. (Press Release)

Keep Kids Safe: On-Bus Camera System Catches Drivers Who Ignore School Bus Stop-Arms

OMAHA, Neb., Sept. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Across America millions of students travel to school in the more than 100,000 school buses that transport students daily, says Curtiss Routh of Radio Engineering Industries. As they get on or off the bus, each child is in danger of being hit by a motorist who disobeys the flashing red light of the bus's stop arm signal. (Press Release)

Kurt Emans joins Energy Optimizers USA in Ohio as senior project manager

TIPP CITY, Ohio, Sept. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kurt Emans has joined Energy Optimizers, USA, as a senior project manager, effective Sept. 1, 2015. In this role, he will take the lead in implementing projects in the field, including developing full-scale project plans; defining project scope, goals and deliverables; and ensuring projects meet overall client expectations. (Press Release)

What's in a Name? Visit Blend Indoor Outdoor in Avondale Florida to Find Out

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Blend - a lifestyle retailer showcasing artfully curated furniture and decor - brings a much needed breath of fresh, open air to the home furnishings market in the Jacksonville area. The newly hatched shop is opening its Parisian blue doors for a grand opening soirée this month and the community is invited to attend. (Press Release)

Summer of Data Breaches: Weitz and Luxenberg Investigating Excellus-Lifetime Healthcare Data Breach

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Personal injury and class action law firm Weitz and Luxenberg today announced it has begun investigating cases arising from the recently discovered hacking of 10.5 million Excellus BlueCross Blue Shield customers' confidential records. (Press Release)

Family Pirate Night at The Avenue Viera in Florida Sept. 19

VIERA, Fla., Sept. 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly evening as The Avenue Viera celebrates National Talk Like a Pirate Day at Family Pirate Night on September 19, 2015! Family Pirate Night will feature live entertainment, giveaways and prizes for the best dressed pirate. (Press Release)

NYC Event Planner Expo Delivers Business Deals and Networking Opportunities

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EMRG Media is excited to announce its annual Event Planner Expo - a premier event planner event to take place in New York City at the Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street, on October 7, 2015 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Press Release)

KCLI: Shareholder Issues Letter to Board of Directors, Believes Proposed 'Go-Private' Transaction Structured Unfairly

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On September 9, 2015, Sherow Management, LLC, an outside shareholder, sent a letter addressed to the Kansas City Life Insurance Co (NASDAQ:KCLI) Board Chairman in response to the Company's proposed 'Go-Private' Transaction. Sherow believes the deal is unfair to outside shareholders and should be amended. Excerpts from the letter and a link to a copy follow. (Press Release)

Vexti Signs License Agreement to aid in Commercialization of Nanotechnology

BOSTON, Mass., Sept. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vexti Corporation announced on July 21, 2015 it has entered into a licensing agreement with Northeastern University and Brown University based on research and intellectual property in the fields of antimicrobial surface coating and surface modification technologies. (Press Release)

Basic STEM Education Comes to Life in the Heart of Virginia at STEMTREE

VIENNA, Va., Sept. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stemtree Education Center will celebrate its official grand opening on Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 220 Maple Ave West, beginning at 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Stemtree takes a unique approach to providing students in grades K-12 with one-on-one instruction in science, technology, and engineering (STEM). (Press Release)

Transportation Futurist Simon Anderson to Speak at TransForum 2015

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- International futurist and award-winning author Simon Anderson, founder of Venture Foresight, LLC, has been selected to be a featured speaker at the TMW TransForum user conference on Sept 14, 2015 in Orlando. Anderson will focus on the near-future of trucking and transportation in his presentation. (Press Release)

Ten Thousand De-Identified Cardiac MRI Exams with Associated Clinical Reports Available for Research via CloudCMR

DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Heart Imaging Technologies (HeartIT) is extremely excited to announce that their CloudCMR service now contains over 10,000 de-identified Cardiac MRI (CMR) procedures and their associated, finalized, clinical reports. (Press Release)

Whiteflash Jewelers Launches New HD Video Tech for Loose Diamond Shopping

HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whiteflash Inc., top tier retailer of ideal diamonds and fine bridal jewelry, announced this week that it is adding High Definition 360 degree video to their website for their in-house loose diamonds. (Press Release)

Medical Software Firm, Vital Images, Licenses Zero Footprint Medical Imaging Patent Portfolio from Heart Imaging (HeartIT)

DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Heart Imaging Technologies LLC (HeartIT) announced today that Vital Images Inc., a leader in advanced medical image visualization software, has licensed HeartIT's zero footprint patent portfolio. (Press Release)

Where to find the good stuff? Denver Weed is New Website and Go-to Guide for Legal Marijuana in Denver

DENVER, Colo., Sept. 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The complete online directory to Denver's marijuana scene is now live on the internet. Denver Weed features the definitive array of businesses that sell and grow marijuana on the Front Range, as well as original reporting of marijuana related news. The site also features events, maps, specials, surveys and links to jobs in the marijuana industry. (Press Release)

IDS, LendingQB Integration Creates Seamless Mortgage Origination Environment for an Atlanta Bank

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Sept. 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced Atlanta-based Private Bank of Buckhead has implemented the IDS "lights out" integration with LendingQB, an end-to-end loan origination system (LOS) provider whose platform includes the industry's leading universal decision engine. (Press Release)

Anchorage Epilepsy Conference Announced by The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest

SEATTLE, Wash., Sept. 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest announces an epilepsy educational conference to be held Saturday, September 26, 2015 at the BP Energy Center in Anchorage. The conference is free and open to the public. (Press Release)

ARMCO Launches TRID Mortgage Data Compare Tool: TRIDCompare component of Automated Data Compare

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Sept. 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Leading web-based financial services quality control software provider ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) announced the release of TRIDCompare(TM), a data compare tool designed specifically for the new TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure (TRID). TRIDCompare is a component of the Automated Data Compare (ADC) solution suite within the ACES Web Audit Technology(TM) platform. (Press Release)

Dr. Mark Miller Announces Candidacy for Texas Railroad Commissioner

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mark Miller announced today that he is seeking the Libertarian Party of Texas' nomination for Texas Railroad Commissioner in 2016. Dr. Miller was the 2014 Libertarian nominee for Texas Railroad Commissioner and is again running for office because he believes it is imperative for the Texas Railroad Commission to serve all Texans, not just the oil and gas industry. (Press Release)

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Bill Northey Sees Business Standing Strong Through Soft Ag Market

OSCEOLA, Iowa, Sept. 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Bill Northey made a stop at Salford USA in Osceola, Iowa Wednesday afternoon. Taking time from his busy schedule, Secretary Northey wanted to make sure he continued his discussions with agribusiness professionals and hear, firsthand, the issues they face during the downturn in the Ag market. (Press Release)

Poet, Translator, Professor: Boston Memorial Celebration to Honor African American Literary Figure Samuel Allen

BOSTON, Mass., Sept. 1, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A public memorial celebration will be held Saturday, October 10, at 2 p.m. ET. at the Museum of African American History, 46 Joy Street, Beacon Hill, Boston, MA to celebrate the life and legacy of Samuel Washington Allen - who also wrote under the pen name of Paul Vesey. The noted poet, professor, lawyer and translator passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at the age of 97 on June 27, 2015 in Norwood, Mass. (Press Release)

Kelli Phillips Joins Bob Phillips Beginning Fall 2015 Season on Texas Country Reporter

DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 1, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bob Phillips will no longer be traveling alone on the popular TV series, 'Texas Country Reporter' (TCR). Beginning this September Kelli Phillips will join TCR and travel the back roads of Texas with Bob. (Press Release)

Bushwick NY songwriter and storyteller, Dru Cutler debuts 'Familiar' music video to packed house at The Living Room in Brooklyn

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 1, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Brooklyn audiences love Dru Cutler's local performances and were out in force at The Living Room to celebrate the release of the 'Familiar' video. The video captures the polarizing effects of our memories. It reminds us that nostalgia is both a warm embrace and a cold slap to the face. Cutler's performance is relatable and authentic and taps into a longing that we all experience. (Press Release)

NY Crime Scene Cleanup Company Selected as Reality TV Show Finalist and for NYTVF

RONKONKOMA, N.Y., Aug. 27, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bio Recovery, one of the nation's leading crime scene cleanup companies, granted access to a local film/TV producer who recently submitted a sizzle reel to the 360-Degree Unscripted Development Pipeline, an AandE Network, that seeks new talent for its television show pipeline. They are excited to announce that they are a finalist. (Press Release)

Captiva Lab LLC in Charlotte has earned full Laboratory Accreditation by COLA

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 27, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Captiva Lab, LLC, an innovative reference laboratory featuring advanced testing services, announced on August 20, 2015, that it has earned full Laboratory Accreditation by COLA, a national healthcare accreditation organization and received its coveted and highly regarded COLA Certification. (Press Release)

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