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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.

Intuitive Health in SoHo Teaches and Provides Healing Methods to Restore the Physical Being

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- In today's world of stress and illness, people continue to seek ways to improve and restore health. Intuitive Health offers custom-designed wellness programs to incorporate their clients' inner awareness into a comprehensive health program.

Unbiased Travel Information About Dominican Republic from Datravelers.com

Santo Domingo -- The Dominican Republic has caught a lot of tourist attention lately, as they have realized that its sand beaches are eternally white, and as new luxury resorts are constructed. But beyond luxury hotels and the best beaches in the region, the Dominican Republic is one of the most diverse countries in the Caribbean. It is a country which really has something for everyone.

Consumers Seeking Home Improvements Can Research and Screen Contractors through Unique Web Site

PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Finding the right contractor can be a daunting experience and a new web site, YourContractorDirect.com, makes the process more streamlined; it connects consumers with local contractors. In lieu of today's shaky real estate economy, many homeowners are choosing to remodel and renovate their existing homes.

New Black Panther Party for Self Defense to Organize Coalition to Secure and Protect Jena 6 Families and the Streets of...

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Malik Shabazz, Esq., Attorney and leader of the New Black Panther Party for Self Defense, announced today that members of the New Black Panther Party will begin patrolling the streets of Jena, Louisiana this week to protect the Jena 6 families and Black Jena residents against open and imminent alleged threats from Ku Klux Klan and other White supremacist advocating violence.

Yale Law Women Releases 2nd Annual List of the Top Ten Family-Friendly Firms

NEW HAVEN, Conn. -- Yale Law Women (YLW), the largest student organization at Yale Law School, announces the release of its 2007 Top Ten Family-Friendly Firms list. Phoenix-based firm Quarles & Brady received top honors, followed by Proskauer Rose; Akin Gump Strauss Hauer; Jenner & Block; Mayer Brown; Covington & Burling; Arnold & Porter; DLA Piper; Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, PC; and Faegre & Benson.

Eularis Announces New Corporate Name and Expanded Product Offerings

NEW YORK, N.Y. and LONDON, U.K. -- Campbell Belman, an established pharmaceutical analytics company, today introduces its new name: Eularis. This announcement reflects the significant growth the Company has achieved across its full range of pharmaceutical analytics products, which have helped tailor the advertising and marketing programs of its global top-tier clients, including AstraZeneca, GlaxoSmithKline, Johnson & Johnson, Lilly, Merck, Novo Nordisk and Pfizer.

Previser Launches New Website and Enhanced Version of its Oral Disease and Risk Assessment Software

MOUNT VERNON, Wash. -- PreViser Corporation, a world leader in risk and disease analysis software that enhances treatment planning for patients affected by oral disease, announced a simultaneous release of a new corporate website and a major upgrade to its software.

Music on New Album is Classy Yet Casual and was Designed to Help Listeners Find New Ways of Thinking

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. -- With a new genre of music called axuality, guitarist Brian Butler is composing and performing music with a lofty goal: to improve listeners' mental outlook while enjoying cool, unique guitar playing.

HostBridge Technology Supports IBM Rational Developer for System Z

STILLWATER, Okla. -- HostBridge Technology today announced support for Rational Developer for System z (RDz), Version 7.1. With this release, IBM customers can now enable business service integration for Customer Information Control System (CICS(R)) applications using an Eclipse plug-in that allows developers to create HostBridge services within the RDz environment and Service Flow Modeler (SFM) to invoke HostBridge as a node within the SFM model.

Get Fit, Be Functional, and Live Pain Free with the P.A.S.T.(TM) Core Training System

LONGMONT, Colo. -- Functional Innovations, LLC announces the release of the P.A.S.T.(TM) Core Training System; an award winning product that improves real-life fitness with over 100 functional exercises. The patented P.A.S.T. (Posture, Agility, Strength, and Total Body Integration) Core Training System was designed by Todd Langer, CEO of Functional Innovations and a leading health and fitness specialist, while overcoming disabling injuries.

University of Sioux Falls Selects Southern Bleacher and Millers Sellers Heroux to Give Them First Home Field Advantage

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -- Southern Bleacher Company, based in Graham, Texas, is pleased to announce that, in conjunction with architectural firm Miller Sellers Heroux, Southern Bleacher recently completed its portion of the impressive Sanford Health Sports Complex that includes the 2006 NAIA National Champion Cougar's football complex.

New Snowplow Feature Provides Cutting-Edge Safety During Dangerous Winter Weather

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Acela, LLC, a company with a mission to keep people safer on the roads, is excited to announce a new safety product - the Edge-O-Lite(TM) - a snowplow reflector designed so drivers can easily identify blade edges and avoid accidents.

Quik Pod(TM) Brings Facebook Photos and YouTube Videos into Focus!

TORONTO, Ontario -- If you're the photographer and trying to get in the picture with your favorite celebrity, what do you do? Celebrity-seeker Selena Tee has pages on FaceBook filled with her and star photos from last week's Toronto Film Festival. "I've been disappointed by bad photos that often can't be retaken. I have a picture of me and George Clooney's jaw!" says Tee. However, she was recently introduced to Quik Pod(TM), the world's first handheld extendable tripod, developed by Fromm Works, Inc.

The City of Bedford Announces ARToberFest

BEDFORD, Texas -- Join the City of Bedford, the Wolf 99.5 and KLUV 98.7 on October 6 and 7 for the Artoberfest Art and Music Festival promising fun and entertainment for the entire family. The Festival is from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Saturday and 12:00 p.m. to 10:pm on Sunday at 1614 Hospital Parkway, Bedford, TX 76021 and features great concerts.

This Competition Got Really Ugly – Golden Palace Sponsors the World Gurning Competition

EGREMONT, United Kingdom -- The World Gurning Championships took place at the Egremont crab apple fair which is said to date back to 1267. For those of you not familiar, gurning is the art of contorting one's face. Over 42 contestants took part in the Golden Palace world gurning competition.

North Miami Public Library Kicks Off Statewide Investor Education Initiative

NORTH MIAMI, Fla. -- City of North Miami Mayor Kevin Burns along with representatives from the Florida Office of Financial Regulation kick off an initiative to show Florida citizens how easy the road to financial security can be if you know the basics of simple investing. There will be a press conference Monday September 24th at 11:00 a.m. at the North Miami Public Library.

CA Certifies HostBridge as Interoperable with CA ADS and CA IDMS Online Applications

STILLWATER, Okla. -- HostBridge Technology, the provider of HostBridge software for XML-enabling CICS, today announced that CA has certified the HostBridge integration software as interoperable with CA IDMS. With this integration, CA IDMS and CA ADS online applications can become callable Web services that can be accessed by multiple platforms, application servers, or other host applications.

GSP Economic Architecture Expert to Speak at the 12th Annual Minnesota Development Conference

ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Leading economic development expert Dr. Jerry Paytas will discuss Regional Competitiveness: Best Practices and Lessons Learned at the 12th Annual Minnesota Development Conference "Harnessing Minnesota's Ingenuity" on September 26, 2007.

Advantage Trim & Lumber Announces the Release of Tigerwood Decking

BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Advantage Trim & Lumber today announced the release of Tigerwood Decking to finally give homeowners a low maintenance and long life deck material at a cheaper price than other hardwoods like Ipe.

New Elder Single Housing Option Now Available

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- ElderHomeSharing.com announced today its confidential matching program is available nationwide. Their exclusive "Elder Elves Preferences Questionnaire" of 50+ fun, yet selective, questions matches elder singles desiring homes to share with other elder singles having homes to share.

Jamaica Flux: Workspaces and Windows 2007

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Jamaica Flux: Workspaces & Windows 2007 is a contemporary public art project which includes the commission, creation, and exhibition of 24 multidisciplinary, site-specific artworks. These works will be displayed at a variety of locations along Jamaica Avenue (Queens, NY) including banks, stores, restaurants, street corners, phone booths, parks, and other public spaces from September 29 - November 17, 2007.

GEEP International & Techway Services Announce Joint Venture

DALLAS, Texas -- Techway Services, Inc. (www.techwayservices.com), Techway Service, Inc. of Dallas, Texas and GEEP International of Nevada (www.geepinc.com) have formed a joint venture company called GEEP Texas. The joint venture is part of GEEP International's plan to create the largest electronics recycling and End-of-Life (EOL) IT services companies in North America.

CheapoAir Unveils 24/7 Customer Support

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- CheapoAir.com, a leading budget travel website catering to customers in cheap travel, has announced a sweeping overhaul to its customer service department, a spokesman from the company said yesterday. "Our customers spoke and we heard! We discovered that our customers were genuinely pleased with our products, but preferred reduced hold times," said Ross Bogitch.

Go Back to Cool with Career and Corporate Cool

BROOKLYN, N.Y. -- CELEBRATE the first week of autumn on September 25, 2007 with an all (work) day long promotional event that will include exclusive online content, hourly giveaways and more from Rachel C. Weingarten aka Ms. Biz Manners, author of "Career and Corporate Cool(TM): How to Look, Dress and Act the Part - At Every Stage of Your Career" (Wiley; ISBN 978-0-470-12034-7; $21.95; August 2007; hardcover).

Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning Presents the 35th Anniversary Fall Open House

JAMAICA, N.Y. -- Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning (JCAL) will host their Fall Open House, at 161-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, NY, where families can sample for free its culturally and educationally enriching workshops offered year-round. On Saturday, September 22, 2007 from 11 am to 5pm, guests of all ages are invited to take advantage of free dance, music, theater and art workshops.

TripMama Expands Travel Search with the Launch of Hotel Comparison and Car Comparison Search

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- TripMama, a rising star in the airfare comparison arena continues to expand. TripMama launched August 07, 2007 to rave reviews and with some of the most notable travel sites online. TripMama has provided an optimum flight comparison shopping experience to our swelling consumer base.

Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. Adds New Service to Ease Engine Installation and Assure Optimum Performance

SEATTLE, Wash. -- Seattle-based Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. (TMPS) - known worldwide for their diesel service and engineering department - now adds a new service to their mix, engine performance analysis and installation of Lehmann & Michels, GmbH (Lemag) measuring instruments. Lemag has been in business since 1911 and is represented in North America by their agent Danica Diesel.

Long Term Care Information by Video: LTC Financial Partners Takes Leadership Role

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- Currently, when visitors enter "long term care insurance" into Google Video - Google's new video search engine - three of the top ten "hits" feature information from a single source: LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP), the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage.

Intelligent Chaos CEO Offers Insight into SOA Business Value

TAMPA, Fla. -- According to the President and CEO of EMS Consulting - Intelligent Chaos, the future is now for companies and industries looking to implement Service Oriented Architecture (SOA). "Service Oriented Architecture represents a new standard that assists the overall architecture that's been designed to be replicate-able and reusable."

Howell and ADP Sign Service Provider Agreement

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. -- Howell Benefit Services, Inc. (Howell) located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania recently signed an exclusive, multi-year service provider agreement with ADP Major Accounts Services, part of the Employer Services Division of Automatic Data Processing (ADP). Howell will distribute, install and support ADP HR/Benefits Solution.

DomRey Cigar, Inc. Awarded U.S. Distribution of Royal Agio Cigar

BRADENTON, Fla. and DUIZEL, Holland -- DomRey Cigar, Inc. is proud to announce that effective October 1, 2007, it will be the exclusive distributor of the Royal Agio Cigar brands, Panter and Mehari's, in the United States. In addition, DomRey Cigar distributes the Cuvee, Cusano, and Perfect Cut brands.

BadFun.com Introduces Sexy Lip Glosses That Do More Than Pay You Lip Service

HOBOKEN, N.J. -- Sugar Lips is a collection of high-quality, long-lasting lip glosses that let you unleash both your nice and naughty sides. These moisture enriched glosses with deliciously flirty names like "Kiss My Cinnabuns" and "Ride 'em Raspberry" are the perfect accessory for a polished yet sexy look.

Chicago Chef Pens a Quintessential Classic Cookbook

CHICAGO, Ill. -- Chef Michael Baruch, author of "The New Polish Cuisine," creates another winner that touches the heartstrings of the city's ethnically varied soulful cooking style. "Street Food Chicago" (ISBN: 0-9715313-1-5) sizzles with 25 mouthwatering chapters, 375 original recipes, 300 vivid photos and kitchen-friendly instructions.

American Icon Raises the BAR!

LEXINGTON, Va. -- Media Advisory: On Wednesday, September 19, 2007, 10 a.m. at the Roanoke Civic Center, Roanoke Virginia, All American Icon will announce the largest talent search in America. We will be issuing an "Icon Challenge 2007" to the top reality TV shows such as American Idol, Nashville Star, Country Music Showdown and America's Got Talent.

Hawaiian Retreat Makes Bold Health Claim

KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii -- Virtually all chronic diseases, including cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, can be eliminated through diet and lifestyle changes. At least, that is what the management of the Walk of Faith health retreat on the Big Island of Hawaii claims. Walk of Faith, a program of Rational Christian Ministries.

New Website Collects War Stories and Images from U.S. Overseas Troops

AUSTIN, Texas -- The new website, From The Front (www.FromTheFront.org), takes viewers on a tour through the trenches and war camps by combining the soldier blog entries, videos, and images onto one site. From The Front, launched in July, aggregates real frontline experiences from thousands of troops stationed in military hotspots. Any soldier can register their own, already existing blogs.

Film Florida at IFP Market in New York to Tout Filming in Sunshine State; Hosts Annual Wasabi Party at Jellado on...

MIAMI, Fla. -- As Florida continues to attract independent filmmakers to the state, Film Florida will be at the IFP Market in New York to tout filming in the state. To celebrate independent filmmakers at the IFP conference, Film Florida is also hosting its annual Florida Wasabi on Tuesday, September 18 at Jellado.

Low Cost Loans from Credit Cash vs. 100% Interest Rate Cash Advances

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Credit Cash LLC saw a need for lower cost financing for companies that accept credit cards, and has entered the cash advance industry. All of Credit Cash's advances are structured as loans so clients can know exactly what rate they are paying. Alternatively, the industry norm is to structure transactions as a "purchase of future credit card sales."

The Bride of Jesus Unveiled – New Book, You Are At The Time For Love, Released

LONGVIEW, Texas -- The world wants to know if Jesus had a bride named Mary Magdalene. The truth is, not only did he betroth her, he came to earth to purchase a bride. "You Are At The Time For Love" (ISBN: 978-0-9797411-0-4) now reveals His bride. This book was written from a personal experience by the author, Mickey McNew.

Ark-La-Tex Energy Sells East Texas Oil & Gas Properties to Sojitz Energy Venture

HOUSTON, Texas -- Lantana Oil & Gas Partners announced today that Ark-La-Tex Energy, LLC and its partners, including Pinkston Resources, have sold a package of oil and gas producing properties to Sojitz Energy Venture, Inc., an affiliate of Tokyo-based Sojitz Corporation, for approximately $79 Million US.

Astrology Illumined Sheds New Light on Study of the Stars

ARLINGTON, Mass. -- Seeds of Light Publishing announces the release of a new book - Astrology Illumined (ISBN: 978-0-978-3320-0-6) - that seeks to reveal the astrology of the soul. Astrology Illumined fills a niche in the market and makes the complex subject of astrology easy-to-read and to learn. It bridges traditional astrology and brings the reader into the expanded world of esoteric astrology - the astrology of the soul.

deverus, Inc. Presents a New, Revolutionary Integration Tool Kit for Background Check Companies

AUSTIN, Texas -- deverus, the leader in background screening technology, today announced that it is ready to launch the new must-have in the background screening industry: an integration tool kit. The new tool is part of the many valuable features of enterpriseMX, deverus' new software release.

New Poll Shows Most U.S. Lawyers Would Not Represent Bin Laden in Court

BOCA RATON, Fla. -- As we mark the sixth anniversary of 9/11, a new poll conducted by Nader Anise Lawyer Marketing asks lawyers whether they would represent the World's Most Wanted Man, Osama Bin Laden, in court if he were found alive. (The assumption of course being that a criminal prosecution would ultimately ensue.)

New Treatments for Kidney Cancer Offer Hope, but Create Difficult Choices for Cancer Patients

California Kidney Cancer FoundationSAN FRANCISCO, Calif. -- California Kidney Cancer Foundation Executive Director, Dr. David Minor will present a review of treatments for metastatic kidney cancer as presented at the most recent American Society of Clinical Oncology Conference. The presentation will be from 3 to 5 PM on September 15, 2007 at California Pacific Medical Center, 2333 Buchanan Street, San Francisco.

Jaguar Vodka Ranked No.1 in Vodka Edition Tasting Panel Magazine

ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. -- Corporate Responsibility! "Saving the Wild Jaguar & Rainforest" Prestige Imports originally purchased 2,500,000 sq. ft. of Pristine Amazon Rainforest and recently formed an alliance with the Rain Trust Foundation to preserve even more Rainforest in our designated Jaguar Vodka reserve. Each drink and bottle purchased increases the size of the Jaguar Vodka reserve.

Red Herring Names Gameshastra as one of the 100 Most-Promising Private Technology Ventures in Asia

Red Herring 100 Asia 2007 awardHYDERABAD, India and BELMONT, Calif. -- Today, Red Herring Magazine announced that Gameshastra, India's largest Game Services provider, has won the prestigious Red Herring 100 Asia 2007 awards. The Red Herring 100 Asia winners were selected from a pool of more than 500 applicants based in 16 countries/regions including China, India, Japan, Singapore, Korea, Australia, and Vietnam.

Sphinx Brings Diversity to Carnegie Hall Featuring the Nation’s Top Young Black and Latino String Players

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Approximately 25% of Americans are Black or Latino. In our nation's professional orchestras however, Blacks and Latinos combined comprise approximately 4% of the musicians. On September 25, The Sphinx Organization, the non-profit organization dedicated to building diversity in classical music, will present the all Black and Latino Sphinx Chamber Orchestra and Harlem Quartet at Carnegie Hall.

Consumers Tell All on Florida-based Business Web Site

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Consumer Raters, LLC, announces the launch of a new web site, ConsumerRaters.com, that allows consumers to share experiences about businesses throughout the state of Florida. It also provides businesses with the opportunity to collect and share testimonials with prospective clients.

Street Attack to Launch Non-Traditional Marketing Campaign for ThePeeq.com

BOSTON, Mass. -- ThePeeq.com has hired Boston-based alternative marketing agency Street Attack to run its September 2007 launch. ThePeeq.com is a witty "Sex-Centric" online magazine and community geared toward women and men in search of a positive place to talk and learn about sex and related topics.

Abbot Kinney Street Festival Goes Green – To Be Held Sept. 30, 2007

Abbot Kinney Street FestivalVENICE, Calif. -- The Abbot Kinney District Association (AKDA) announces the 23rd Annual Abbot Kinney Street Festival will take place on September 30, 2007 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. The family-friendly festival, held between Main Street and Venice Boulevard on Abbot Kinney Boulevard, will feature over 300 arts and crafts vendors, a Youth and Family Court, three musical stages, a "Green Living Tent," three food courts and a beer garden. Admission is free.

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