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Valerie Gotten

Valerie Gotten
Valerie G has been an editor with California Newswire for several years, is a gifted theremin player, can quote copious lines from 'Red Dwarf' and also knows where her towel is. Oddly, she does not drive, nor does she take the bus. She identifies as both human and democrat.

Stop Wage Theft Campaign to Kick Off January 26 in Berkeley

MEDIA ADVISORY: BERKELEY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Smart Cities Prevail, a leading construction industry research and advocacy organization, will launch a new campaign to combat construction industry wage theft at 4 p.m. Tuesday, January 26th at Berkeley City Hall.

Pristine Automotive Center is an Auto Body Repair Business Redefined in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The need for a decent auto repair in Los Angeles is at high demand considering the number of vehicle registrations within the last 5 years (29.7 million according to LA Almanac). One would notice that the majority of the shops are pretty much the same, unless they run into Pristine Automotive Center Inc, an auto body repair shop of Silver Lake in Los Angeles.

Ely Winter Festival and ArtWalk in Minnesota: Nobody Does Winter Better!

ELY, Minn., Jan. 25, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ely's Winter Festival and ArtWalk opens Thursday, February 4 and continues through Sunday, February 14, 2016. This annual celebration of winter in the north offers outdoor activities, both muscle- and engine-powered; indoor cultural and social events; and the ArtWalk, which combines the best of indoor and outdoor.

In NY, Robin L. Greenwald of Weitz & Luxenberg Named to Leadership Role in VW Multi-district Litigation

NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Robin L. Greenwald, a former senior attorney within the U.S. Department of Justice and now head of the Weitz and Luxenberg Environmental, Toxic Tort and Consumer Protection litigation unit, has been appointed to an important leadership role in the multidistrict federal court litigation currently advancing against Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VLKAY), Weitz and Luxenberg today announced.

Award Winning Author, Daniel P. Douglas, Announces Release of 'Glimpse' a Sci-Fi Conspiracy Thriller Short Story

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Jan. 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Daniel P. Douglas announces the release of a new short story entitled 'Glimpse,' a science fiction Cold War suspense thriller published by Geminid Press, LLC. In 'Glimpse,' a small group of agents who will become known as the 'Men in Black' deploy in response to an event that will provide a harrowing glimpse into humanity's apocalyptic future.

In Florida, Attorney Michele Stephan, Shapiro Goldman Babboni & Walsh team attend Selby Public Library Fundraiser

SARASOTA, Fla., Jan. 20, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Personal Injury Attorney and Board Member of the Friends of the Public Library Michele Stephan, along with members of the Sarasota and Bradenton offices of Shapiro Goldman Babboni and Walsh attended the January fundraiser event for Selby Public Library in downtown Sarasota.

Synergy Resources Partners with Diverse Technology Solutions for Cloud-based Manufacturing ERP

ISLIP TERRACE, N.Y., Jan. 20, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Synergy Resources, the largest Value Added Reseller and service provider of Infor's VISUAL ERP software has announced a partnership with Diverse Technology Solutions (DTS), a leading provider of cloud hosting and technology consulting services.

ACSIA Austin 'Wiggin' Out' Event Raises Awareness and Dollars to Fight Alzheimer's Disease

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 20, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wearing smiles and purple wigs, a gathering of normally serious professionals mingled festively in 'Wiggin' Out,' a fundraising event held at Maggie Mae's in Austin, Texas, Saturday evening, January 16. 'We achieved two objectives,' says Denise Gott, CEO of ACSIA Partners, hosts of the event. 'First, we raised some money to help fight Alzheimer's. And second, we raised awareness of the growing need for long-term care as the disease progresses.'

Denver-based Titan Lenders Corp. Offers Trade Transaction Management to Mortgage Investors

DENVER, Colo., Jan. 19, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage services expert Titan Lenders Corp. (Titan) announced it is now offering Trade Transaction Management Services to investors looking to acquire mortgage assets. Through these services, Titan facilitates the administrative tasks and logistical management of acquiring a loan pool. Using its comprehensive mortgage process and compliance foundation, Titan works in collaboration with investors to provide a deeper understanding of the risks the investor is potentially acquiring.

Carl Pilger Joins EPIC Insurance as Director of Employee Benefits Compliance

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a unique and innovative national retail insurance brokerage and employee benefits consulting firm, announced today that Carlton 'Carl' Pilger has joined the firm as Director of Employee Benefits Compliance.

Crime Scene Clean Up Parent Co. Announces Acquisition of Three U.S. BioHazard Firms

PATCHOGUE, N.Y., Jan. 19, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prestige Worldwide Group, parent company of CrimeSceneCleanup.com, announced today that it has acquired KRI Crime Scene Cleanup of Texas, Crime Scene Inc. of Maryland and Crime Scene Clean LLC of Texas, three of the largest biohazard firms in the U.S. This deal marks one of the largest of its kind in the crime scene cleanup industry and now makes Crime Scene Clean Up the leading firm in the business. They now offer services from New York to California and from Texas to Michigan.

LeaseAccelerator Hosts Webinar on Spend Management for 2016 Equipment Leases

GREAT FALLS, Va., Jan. 19, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LeaseAccelerator, the leader in Equipment Lease Management Software, announced today that it will host a webinar on Spend Management for Equipment Leases. Drawing upon case studies from Fortune 500 companies, LeaseAccelerator will outline how savings of 6-8 percent can be achieved on leases in categories ranging from transportation and material handling to IT and office equipment.

iMyfone Releases Free iPhone Cleaner for Apple iOS Users

SHENZHEN, China, Jan. 15, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iMyfone Technology introduces a practical software, iMyfone Umate Free, to provide you the freedom to use your iPhone freely without any worries about storage simply by clearing junk files for your iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch. (Press Release)

Boosting U.S. Charities: 2016 NonProfit PR Grant Application Deadline Extended to Feb. 15

TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Neotrope today announced an extension to the 2016 annual PR Grants program application deadline, for U.S.-based 501(c)3 charities, to February 15. Launched in 2000, the Non-Profit PR Grant was designed to help raise awareness of selected charities to traditional media, to the public, as well as to potential halo sponsors and donors.

iOS9 Rescue: iMyfone Updated Its iPhone Data Recovery to Rescue Your Lost Files

SHENZHEN, China, Jan. 14, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iMyfone Technology has improved its well-regarded software - iMyfone D-Back iPhone Data Recovery Expert - to support and offer you the easiest and smartest ways and means to recover data including photos, text manages, contacts and more from your iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad even running with the latest iOS system. (Press Release)

Montway Auto Transport Ramps Up Hunger Fighting Effort with Move For Hunger to Feed Families Nationwide

DES PLAINES, Ill., Jan. 14, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Montway Auto Transport has partnered with the national non-profit, Move For Hunger to help fight hunger and provide much-needed food to local food pantries across the United States. As a proud partner of the national hunger-relief organization, Montway supports Move For Hunger's efforts to reduce food waste and fight hunger. (Press Release)

EPIC Insurance adds Southeast Region Risk Consultant Ken Glanton

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Jan. 13, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Ken Glanton has joined the firm's Birmingham-based National Energy Construction Practice as a Risk Consultant. Glanton joins a rapidly growing team of risk management and insurance professionals serving larger, complex construction and energy companies across the country. (Press Release)

Wave Goodbye to Windows 8: It's Time to Make Win10 Prep Including System and Data Backup

NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 12, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Microsoft has finally announced to no longer push out security updates for Windows 8 on January 12, 2016, according to EaseUS Software. The painful news coming suddenly for users on Windows 8 is a prompt to make full preparation such as system and data backup before upgrading to Windows 8.1 or Windows 10. (Press Release)

In Hoosick, NY, Weitz & Luxenberg Helping Victims of PFOA Contaminated Groundwater

NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 12, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Weitz & Luxenberg is investigating bringing a lawsuit against one or more companies believed responsible for certain cancers and other illnesses affecting residents of Hoosick, New York, where the residents have unwittingly been drinking water contaminated with PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid), the nationally known personal injury and mass tort law firm today announced. (Press Release)

Delta Care Rx Sponsors New Hospice Nurse Intern Program at Four Seasons Compassion for Life

FLAT ROCK, N.C., Jan. 12, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A shared commitment to the greater good and a growing need for trained hospice professionals led Delta Care Rx, a nationally known hospice pharmaceutical provider, to partner with Four Seasons Compassion For Life in the recent development and implementation of an innovative 12-week 'Hospice Nurse Internship Program.' (Press Release)

Yvonne Haarsma Opens Doors to Asheville Astrolodge in North Carolina: A Place to Learn Why Things Happen

ASHEVILLE, N.C., Jan. 11, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Do you ever ask yourself, 'Why does this always happen to me?' Or do you simply chalk it off to fate? Yvonne Haarsma, owner of the Asheville Astrolodge, explains why coincidences do not exist and ascertains that everything happens for a reason, including problems people encounter. A karmic astrologer, she can see the lessons which are often interpreted as problems, while studying someone's chart. As a result, she recently opened the Asheville Astrolodge to help people better understand their past, present and how it affects their future through holistic/karmic astrology. (Press Release)

Bestselling Author Thornton Cline to Bring 'Magical Musical Plants' to Calif. Libraries and NAMM

ANAHEIM, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Bestselling author and award-winning songwriter, Thornton Cline will bring his latest published children's book, 'The Amazing Magical Musical Plants' (ISBN: 978-1574243253) to Anaheim, Calif., for a free multimedia book event tour of the Anaheim Public Libraries on January 19-24, 2016.

Spider Bite Tattoo of Manchester, New Hampshire is now a Tatt2Away Studio Center

MANCHESTER, N.H., Jan. 11, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical, Inc. officially launches the first Tatt2Away(R) non laser tattoo removal system in New Hampshire with Spider Bite Tattoo's co-founders Jon Thomas and David McCormick. Their location has come on board to offer to all its clientele certified tattoo removal as the first Tatt2Away Center in the state. (Press Release)

Great American Foundation to Put On 3 Day Hamburger and Music Festival in St. Augustine, FL May 2016

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 11, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mark your calendars and let the countdown begin for BurgerFest, hosted by Great American Foundation. Nothing says 'all American' like a spring food and music festival in the oldest city in America. Come out and enjoy mouth-watering burgers, great live music and ice cold beer. (Press Release)

Volunteer in 2016: N.C.'s Four Seasons Compassion for Life Offers Patient Care Training

FLAT ROCK, N.C., Jan. 8, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Four Seasons Compassion for Life, a non-profit, end-of-life and palliative care provider in western North Carolina, announces new volunteer orientation and patient care training opportunities during the month of January. (Press Release)

Florida's Soldiers of Ink Tattoo of Auburndale is now a Tatt2Away Studio Center

AUBURNDALE, Fla., Jan. 8, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical, Inc. officially launches the first Tatt2Away(R) non laser tattoo removal system in Florida with Soldiers of Ink Tattoo's Heath Barnes and Cheyann Davis. Their location has come on board to offer to all its clientele certified tattoo removal as the first Tatt2Away Center in the state. (Press Release)

Paragon BioTeck to Attend 34th Annual JP Morgan Healthcare Conference in S.F.

PORTLAND, Ore., Jan. 7, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Paragon BioTeck, Inc., a privately held pharmaceutical and medical device company, will sponsor a special reception during the J.P. Morgan 2016 Healthcare Conference, being held in San Francisco, January 11-14. The conference, which is now in its 34th year, is an invitation-only event intended to create an environment of collaboration by bringing together stakeholders in the corporate, investor and financial sectors to learn about and explore market and sector trends. (Press Release)

Pompano Beach Florida's Ali Cultural Arts Center Hosts Grammy-Winning Musicians Ghost-Note

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Jan. 7, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ali Cultural Arts Center is proud to present Ghost-Note on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. The duo is comprised of drummer Robert 'Sput' Searight and percussionist Nate Werth, both from the Grammy(R) Award-winning band, Snarky Puppy. (Press Release)

MEDITE Cancer Diagnostics, Inc. to present at SeeThruEquity Healthcare Investor Conference in S.F. Jan. 11

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 7, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MEDITE Cancer Diagnostics, Inc. (OTC:MDIT, the Company), specializing in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of molecular biomarkers and premium medical devices for detection, risk assessment and diagnosis of cancer and precancerous conditions announces today that CEO, Michaela Ott and CFO, Robert McCullough will present at the SeeThruEquity First Annual Microcap Healthcare Investor Conference on Monday, January 11, 2016, at the Fairmont San Francisco. (Press Release)

At CES 2016, Austin-based Music Computing launches UltraHD 4K touchscreen conference table with motorized liquor dispensing bar

LAS VEGAS, Nev., Jan. 7, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CES 2016 (Hall: Sand G / Booth 82519) -- The MotionCOMMAND-T is Music Computing's line of interactive touchscreen conference tables. Whether it's in a boardroom or showroom, the MotionCOMMAND-T allows you to communicate more effectively through its interactive features and touch functions. It definitely makes an impactful statement to your presentation. (Press Release)

The Best Divorce in Massachusetts – A Successful Start to Your New Life

EASTON, Mass., Jan. 6, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Getting divorced? At stake is your financial future as well as your relationship with your children if you have any, says Massachusetts divorce lawyer Bill Farias. Will you just wing it and see how things go or will you instead take steps to ensure that you give yourself the best chance of a favorable outcome? As with anything else in life, preparation for divorce can significantly increase your chances of getting the results you want. (Press Release)

Dawes Devices Introduces MKII Hybrid Boost Controller for Turbo Vehicle Applications

DETROIT, Mich., Jan. 5, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 3 Bar Racing Inc. today announced their new Dawes Device MKII Hybrid Boost Controller. This boost controller gives more area under the boost curve, resulting in higher average torque. (Press Release)

10th Anniversary Edition of Best-Selling Medicaid Secrets Planning book published

LAREDO, Texas, Jan. 5, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phylius Press is pleased to announce the 10th Anniversary Edition of the best-selling Medicaid planning book 'How to Protect Your Family's Assets from Devastating Nursing Home Costs: Medicaid Secrets' (ISBN: 978-1-941123-04-1), by attorney K. Gabriel Heiser. (Press Release)

Gary Donovitz MD: BioTE Medical Study Showing Promising Results for Vets Diagnosed with PTSD and TBI

IRVING, Texas, Dec. 30, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A current BioTE(R) Medical Combat Trauma Treatment Study (in conjunction with the Veterans Advocacy Center (VAC)) is showing promising results in helping veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), according to Gary Donovitz MD. (Press Release)

Pompano Beach Florida's THE AMP Presents: Little River Band, Engelbert Humperdinck and Sea of JazzFest

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 29, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach Amphitheater, The Amp, is proud to present an international lineup of legends to kick off 2016. January opens with Little River Band, who have sold 30 million CDs; followed by the King of Romance Engelbert Humperdinck and the return of the critically acclaimed Sea of JazzFest. (Press Release)

Valiant Horizon Announces Collaboration Between Music Artists Katty McGrew & Adam Morris

ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Valiant Horizon announces 'Dark Matter' featuring Katty McGrew produced by Valiant Horizon artist Adam Morris. Bred out of the American EDM scene and influenced by European trance music, Adam is an up-­and-­coming and rising electronica musician. His focus is in the trance realm of today's electronic music scene. So his collaboration with fellow Los Angeleno and singer/producer Katty McGrew was a natural fit. (Press Release)

Children First Recognizes Florida Attorney M. David Shapiro for Ongoing Support of The Charitable Organization

SARASOTA, Fla., Dec. 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney David Shapiro was honored for his five years on the Board of Children First. He has held multiple positions throughout the years including, Treasurer and Vice President. (Press Release)

In Texas, Independent Write-In 2016 Presidential Candidate Promises to Deliver

SAN ANGELO, Texas, Dec. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Donald Eugene Lowe says he has been preparing for this role his whole life. And, he plans to share the details of his presidential campaign and promises in a worldwide broadcast scheduled to take place on December 23 at 1:01 p.m. EST. Interested parties can also attend the event live at the Clarion Hotel at 441 Rio Concho Drive in San Angelo. (Press Release)

NY City Event Planner Offers Amazing New Year's Eve Party Savings and Fun

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New York City is one of the most exciting places to ring in the New Year and BestNewYears.com wants to ensure people get the most bang for their buck. 'This year, we are encouraging people to buy early and save big,' Jessica Stewart, vice president, marketing for EMRG Media, parent company for BestNewYears, says. (Press Release)

Thintri Market Study for 2016 Highlights New Competition in Wear Coatings

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thintri, Inc. has announced a new market study that projects significant opportunities for new technologies in wear coatings. The report, 'Wear Coatings: Hard Chrome and Its Alternatives, 2016,' highlights the movement from traditional hard chrome and even common chrome replacements like thermal spray to an array of new technologies that care poised to capture significant markets in wear coating applications. (Press Release)

In Iowa, Clarke Schools' Career Academy Focuses Students on Future Success

OSCEOLA, Iowa, Dec. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Clarke Community Schools in Osceola, Iowa is developing a Career Academy that will provide a specialized course pathway for career-minded students. Aligned with Governor Branstad's new Future Ready Iowa initiative, this program is the genesis of Clarke's new curriculum director Jean Bahls and Bill Trickey of Clarke County Development Corporation. (Press Release)

James Brown Family Foundation Continues Legacy with Charitable Giving to New Community Corporation's Harmony House

NEWARK, N.J., Dec. 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The James Brown Family Foundation (JBFF) continued the legacy of the Legendary Godfather of Soul with charitable giving to The New Community Corporation's Harmony House, on Monday December 14, 2015. The children and families also received a visit from jolly Old Saint Nick and a special holiday performance from Josiah Borden and Brandon Williams. (Press Release)

Sarasota Florida Attorney David L. Goldman Participates in 'Flight To North Pole'

SARASOTA, Fla., Dec. 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney David L. Goldman of the law firm Shapiro, Goldman, Babboni and Walsh attended the 'Flight to the North Pole' event at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport on Thursday, December 11, 2015. Organized by the Manatee County Sheriffs Office, the annual event is a benefit held for terminally ill children and their families. (Press Release)

Hot fun in the Summertime: Adult Summer Camp is coming to Michigan at Camp Forever Fun

READING, Mich., Dec. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Looking for an amazing holiday gift for your 'grown-up' children aged 21 and up? Send them to summer camp again! Camp Forever Fun, Michigan's premier all-inclusive summer camp for young adults, will run two sessions, Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend, in 2016. (Press Release)

Selfie Stick Inventor's Prediction for Best Camera in 2016: Not Drones!

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Dec. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Selfie Stick inventor Wayne Fromm, and CEO of Quik Pod(R) selfie sticks, has followed the growth of drones, action cameras, high resolution smartphones and DSLR's and predicts what will prove popular in the year to come. (Press Release)

SecuGen Corp. to Showcase New Unity Biometric Development Platform at CES 2016

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SecuGen Corporation, a world-leading optical fingerprint device and technology vendor, will be showcasing at CES 2016 its new product, Unity BDP, a platform for the development of a wide array of fingerprint enabled biometric products.

Personal Spirit Dolls for transformative healing and gifting launched by Bush Empress

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Around the world, dolls are a recognized as universal forces to contend with. For centuries they have served as creative artifacts used as toys, religious objects and in celebratory displays. This holiday season, craftswoman Bush Empress is adding to this cultural legacy and introducing a magical line of handmade collectibles known as Personal Spirit Dolls.

Crofton, Maryland Now Has Tatt2Away at Mystic Piercing and Tattoo

CROFTON, Md., Dec. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical, Inc. officially launches a new Tatt2Away non laser tattoo removal system location in the state of Maryland. Tito Harris of Mystic Piercing and Tattoo in Crofton has come on board with the company to offer to all its clientele certified tattoo removal as the first Tatt2Away Center in the state. (Press Release)

For Third Consecutive Year ENSUENO, PINALEN, PINOL & CLORALEN Donate $25,000 to Help Find Cure for Childhood Cancer

HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For the third consecutive year, AlEn USA join forces with Curing Children's Cancer Fund and donates $25,000 to provide financial support for some of the country's leading pediatric cancer researchers. (Press Release)

Texas A&M Leverages Multiple Regent Education Products to Serve Entire Population

COMMERCE, Texas, Dec. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Texas A and M University-Commerce has expanded the use of Regent Education's financial aid management solution, Regent 8, to support the administration of financial aid for its entire population. In addition, it has added Regent's SNAP product to its solution set to automate the financial aid application process for students who are not eligible for federal financial aid but are eligible for state-funded programs. (Press Release)

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