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Valerie Gotten

Valerie G, editor at CANW
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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.

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)

Right Path Drug Rehab: A Lower Client Intake Has Led to Higher Rate of Recovery

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- At Right Path Drug Rehab, their compassionate and knowledgeable staff members focus on restoring clients to their maximum potential through an individualized addiction recovery program, complete with support in all areas. No one should have to face recovery alone.

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)
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Growthnet: First Multi-Lingual Group Counseling Comes to the Web

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Reliable group counseling by certified experts is now available online, according to a group of therapists, psychologists, and consultants who have coalesced to form Growthnet, the world's largest multi-lingual network of Web-based group counselors. According to founders John Toomey, Amy Chang, and Savithri Gandhi, current technology allows services to be provided in several languages, with simultaneous interpretation soon to be available in 17 different tongues.

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)

MEDITE Cancer Diagnostics obtains Mexican Tender for 31 Stainers and First Delivery of Manual Microtome to China

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 27, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MEDITE Cancer Diagnostics, Inc., (OTCQB:MDIT / OTCMKTS:MDIT) 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 its Mexican distributor, ATYDE won a public tender for delivery of 31 MEDITE tissue staining machines with a the total retail value of approximately $600,000. This is the first major sale to Mexico for MEDITE. (Press Release)

The Mortgage Collaborative Adds Eight New Member Companies Across the U.S. in August

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Mortgage Collaborative, an independent mortgage lending cooperative, today announced the formal approval of eight new lenders to their national network of originating members, announced the Collaborative's EVP of National Sales and Strategic Alliances, Rich Swerbinsky.

EaseUS Software announces Data Recovery Wizard for Mac 9.5 Summer Launch

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 26, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EaseUS has recently launched Data Recovery Wizard for Mac 9.5 version which is enriched by improvement on user-friendly interface, great upgrade in restoring quality and an increase in support of multiple RAW file formats and NTFS file system under Mac environment. (Press Release)

NYC-based Klingenstein, Fields and Co. Rebrands as Klingenstein Fields Wealth Advisors

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 26, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Klingenstein, Fields and Co., L.L.C. today is now operating as 'Klingenstein Fields Wealth Advisors' as part of a recent rebranding initiative. The new brand highlights the firm's integrated approach in providing comprehensive wealth management services to a broad range of high-net-worth clients. (Press Release)

Pet Industry Sustainability Coalition and BlogPaws Make History with Reduction of Waste

THORNTON, Colo., Aug. 25, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Going green is not only the right thing to do but also cool, hip, environmentally responsible, and ripe for disruption. Shaking things up with a near zero-waste successful initiative, BlogPaws, in conjunction with Pet Industry Sustainability Coalition (PISC) and Only Natural Pet, recently surpassed goals and made pet industry history. (Press Release)

Nevada's Verify Smart Corp Acquires Controlling Interest in Surf Smart Solutions

FERNLEY, Nev., Aug. 25, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Verify Smart Corporation (OTCBB: VSMR / OTCMKTS:VSMR), a global innovator in financial fraud prevention and digital content distribution to the mobile channel, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of 55 percent of Surf Smart Solutions, LLC a Wyoming based online software security company. (Press Release)

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