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SANTA CLARA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — SecuGen Corporation, a world leading provider of fingerprint sensor technology in Silicon Valley, announced that it has obtained a permanent injunction against Suprema distributors and OEM partners that are additional defendants in SecuGen's ongoing patent infringement lawsuit against Suprema. The United States District Court for the Northern District of California […]
GENEVA, Switzerland /CitizenWire/ — Swiss design company "des p'tits bonheurs" announced today that its new application, Appygraph, is now available exclusively on Apple's online store. Appygraph(TM) allows users to choose, personalize, and send illustrated Season's Greetings ecards, all directly from their iPhone. The application is available worldwide in English, French, German, and Spanish. Six months […]
BIRMINGHAM, Mich. /CitizenWire/ — United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), a national wholesale mortgage lender operating in 47 states, announced today that it has a unique jumbo product with loan amounts up to $2.5 million and LTV's up to 80 percent. This product is exclusive and has extremely competitive low fixed rates in the mid 4s along […]
TORONTO, Ontario /CitizenWire/ — Take your own self-image underwater with the new rugged, waterproof handheld tripod, the Quik Pod(R) DSLR (www.quikpod.com/dslr.asp), and a GoPro, Contour or similar waterproof camera. From Fromm Works Inc., the all terrain Quik Pod DSLR extends to 53-inches and weighs only 9 ounces. Up until now you can only film the […]
LAKE FOREST, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Today, Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM) announced that the company's 12 percent growth in units managed across Southern California and Southern Nevada, created 55 more jobs and promoted 28 employees, seven of whom now serve on the executive team. "Since January 2011, we have signed 21 new accounts […]
ST. PAUL, Minn. /CitizenWire/ — On December 6, 2011, global education non-profit World Savvy, the Institute for Global Citizenship at Macalester College, and the Minnesota Humanities Center are sponsoring "Citizenship in a Sound Bite Era," a community forum among a range of individuals and organizations around Minnesota working to educate and engage young people for […]
EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — In the spirit of the holidays, Tre Olive is donating $5 for each olive tree adoption order it receives from December 1 through December 25 to the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation (FTPF). The donations will be used to support FTPF's work to plant fruit trees in low-income communities around the […]
ROCHESTER, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — An epic one-day giving event, ROC the Day, will take place on December 8th, 2011. ROC the Day will be the first of its kind in the greater Rochester area and all of New York State. On this day, thousands of community members can help support Children Awaiting Parents through 24 […]
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Mike Shirk of San Diego, CA lives with a degenerative and deadly disease called IBM, "inclusion body myositis." There is no known treatment or cure. Rather than going quietly, Shirk has used his years productively to help and inspire others with physical disabilities. His website and blog are full of […]
KIRKLAND, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — In November the 3in4 Association added seven new members to its advisory board, and received increased support from two insurance carriers: John Hancock, an existing member of the organization, and Genworth, which provided sponsorship of a meaningful consumer study. "We're gaining momentum," says Mark Goldberg, Treasurer of the association that runs […]
SEATTLE, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — SEATTLE, Wash., Dec. 1, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — SeattleBash, a leading event production company in the Puget Sound area, today announced the INDULGENCE New Year's Eve Bash would continue it's long tradition of being held at the EMP museum in downtown Seattle. INDULGENCE, known as "Seattle's largest and hottest New Year's […]
DAYTON, Ohio /CitizenWire/ — On November 17, 2011 Energy Optimizers, USA was acknowledged by the Dayton Business Journal as the Rookie Business of the Year at their annual Business of the Year Awards program. The awards program recognizes Dayton-area companies and business leaders who have outshined their competitors. "The companies recognized at our annual Business […]
DURHAM, N.C. /CitizenWire/ — Heart IT, the global leader that pioneered the first FDA approved zero footprint medical imaging workstation and Johns Hopkins Medicine, announced today the award of an NIH grant to enable the inclusion of medical images in the Nationwide Health Information Network (NHIN). The Nationwide Health Information Network (NHIN) is a federal […]
MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J. /CitizenWire/ — While business spending on all telecommunications services is expected to grow in single-digit percentages over the next six years, global spending on managed services is expected to grow at an annual compounded rate of 14.7 percent over the period, according to the latest market study from Insight Research. The market […]
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — John Waguespack, is showcasing his new works at The McLoughlin Gallery in San Francisco December 8, 2011 through January 21, 2012. "Deconstructing Hollywood" is his second solo exhibition at The McLoughlin Gallery at 49 Geary Street in San Francisco. Waguespack emerged onto the San Francisco art scene in 2005 fusing […]
LONG BEACH, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Mobs surrounded the courthouse in 1933, where beautiful blonde adventuress, Aloha Wanderwell, was being questioned in the murder of her husband. "Once suspected as a German spy, world-traveler Walter Wanderwell was tabloid fodder long before his murder," says Richard Diamond, of AlohaWanderwell.com. Walter hobnobbed with Hollywood royalty, and ditched his […]
NEPTUNE, N.J. /CitizenWire/ — Move For Hunger, a non-profit that works with moving companies to collect food for local food banks, is nominated as one of just five finalists for the American Giving Awards presented by Chase, putting the charity in the running for a $1,000,000 grant. The American Giving Awards allows fans of Chase […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The "Pin-Ups for Ron Paul" 2012 calendar produced by Los Angeles singer-writer-director Juliet Annerino has arrived. This sexy collection of female activists is the most innovative way to spread the message of presidential candidate Ron Paul! The calendar (*See NOTE) includes quotes from great statesman, authors and visionaries like Thomas […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — "Questing for Uberjoy" (ISBN: 978-1462029532), a stunning new novel by Konrad Ventana, provides a compelling Journey of Discovery for savvy postmodern readers, revealing vital facets of creativity and achievement through the transformative artistry of literary fiction. This much-anticipated new release has received both "Editor's Choice" and "Rising Star" distinctions. Completing […]
CHICAGO, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — Blue City Chicago Apartments, Inc. has recently launched a re-designed website that offers Chicago apartment renters an easier and faster means to help them find their next apartment (www.bluecitychicagoapartments.com). The website has been completely revamped from its original flash version. Renters that use mobile and Apple products can now easily access […]
LOUISVILLE, Ky. /CitizenWire/ — Few knew, except for the late Samuel Z. Arkoff, this Indie's success story of a non-traditional genre for an Afro-American. Names like Spike Lee and John Singleton are not known for such special effects. Yancey Hendrieth, of Hendriethfilm, Ltd., Enterprises, is a new breed of black filmmaker, having more in common […]
SAN JOSE, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — At least one in nine seniors is at-risk of going hungry due to the inability to obtain sufficient food for their household or having to choose between food and medical care (*note 1). During the Holidays, Comfort Keepers(R) in South Bay and Peninsula is asking the community to make food […]
MILTON, Del. /CitizenWire/ — Financial author Robert Stowe England turned a spotlight on the role of key institutions, policies, agencies and people in Washington and on Wall Street that pushed the financial system toward the mortgage meltdown and 2008 crisis in remarks at a book signing event Nov. 5 at the Federal Street Gallery in […]
HARRISBURG, Pa. /CitizenWire/ — Habib Noor has acquired Global Empire LLC, DBA Global Healthcare Group (GHG), a leading healthcare staffing company based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Effective November 1, 2011, Habib Noor has taken the role of President and Owner to uphold GHG's commitment to providing unrivaled healthcare services to commercial and government clients nationwide. Leveraging […]
CHICAGO, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — KnowledgeAdvisors, which provides learning measurement software that improves the effectiveness and business impact of learning, today announced it has released the Autumn 2011 version of its proprietary analytics software, Metrics that Matter(R). Metrics that Matter, KnowledgeAdvisors' flagship software solution for learning measurement evaluation, allows you to cost-effectively measure and increase the […]
WASHINGTON D.C. /CitizenWire/ — Conservatory Craftsmen is honored to have been chosen to work on the Hill Center project with Bell Architects to restore the Old Naval Hospital on Capitol Hill. "The Old Naval Hospital had fallen into a state of disrepair," says Jim Hewitt of Conservatory Craftsmen. "Once considered one of the most valuable […]
MELVILLE, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Integrated Data Management Systems, Inc. (IDMS), a leading provider of W-2 and 1099-K software, is helping small to medium-sized businesses prepare annual wage reports and information returns with the 2011 version of its Account Ability Tax Form Preparation software. Account Ability is IRS Sec 6039 Form 3921, 3922 Compliant. This tax […]
ESCONDIDO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Unexplained thoughts and sensations await readers of "The 22 Best Kept Secrets of All Time," a 22-book set of beautifully illustrated e-books, holding within a lifetime of searching, learning, and discovering by author Reverend Linda Glas. Never one to accept the "norm" when it comes to knowing and living her spiritual […]
KIRKLAND, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — Thanksgiving is a time to join with family to say thanks for life's blessings. It can also be a time to make sure those blessings continue year after year, uninterrupted by the financial impact of long-term health issues. "According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, about 7 in […]
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., /CitizenWire/ — Calton, Inc. (CTON.PK / Pink Sheets: PK) announced today that The Company has raised $600,000 in a private offering of Common Stock and The Company's corporate name has been changed to Second Street Capital, Inc. The Company also announced that: – A new Board of Directors and management team has […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — iBroken, Inc., the Apple(R) iPhone, iPod and iPad repair company, is proud to announce the launch of its new mobile repair truck division along with a new company website. Based out of Simi Valley, CA, iBroken has expanded operations at its office/warehouse facility and now has the first mobile iProduct […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. /CitizenWire/ — Mallam Mukhtar Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Senior Special Adviser to Nigeria's President Goodluck Jonathan to Travel to USA in December With World Women Trade Fair Nigeria Women Entrepreneurs, the National Poverty Eradication Program (NAPEP) and the Federal Capital Territories Social Development Officials led by Honorable Oloye Olajumoke Akinjide, Minister of State Federal […]
SEATTLE, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — Pet owners can attend Woofstock 2011 next month, where Santa photos and a Silent Auction fund raiser for PAWS will be among the attractions. Smiley Dog, the local pet food delivery service, announced the event which will also feature a pet food bank, local pet vendors, free nail trims, pet massages, […]
KIRKLAND, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — Today the American Senior Benefits Association (ASBA) announced the selection of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) to provide long-term care education and insurance for members and their families. The aim of the ASBA Long-Term Care Insurance Program is to supply education on the financial risks associated with long-term care and how […]
CARSON, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — DocMagic, Inc., a leading provider of document production and compliance technologies, announced that it has opened up the use of its eSign platform to anyone and everyone at no cost. DocMagic eSign provides for the secure capture of electronic signatures for all documents stored in the PDF file format. Documents are […]
CHICAGO, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — KnowledgeAdvisors, which provides learning measurement software that improves the effectiveness and business impact of learning, today announced the 10th Annual Symposium with the theme "Engaging Executives with World-Class Reporting." The Symposium will be the premier event in 2012 bringing together organizations striving to develop world-class workforces through effective measurement and industry […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Digital Ray, a custom web development and search engine optimization (SEO) firm in Los Angeles, California, has developed a solution that enables websites coded in Classic ASP to accept Amazon's e-commerce checkout solution. This is something of a watershed because Amazon Checkout doesn't support Classic ASP; it supports a more […]
CARLSBAD, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Attorney Stanley D. Prowse has announced the launch of a new, full feature web site. To mark the event Mr. Prowse has written many new articles posted on the site. These articles are not written for lawyers. They are written for ordinary people to provide them with readable information about various […]
SAN JOSE, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — What do Hope Solo, Blake Griffin, Jose Reyes, Gretchen Bleiler and Lacy Young have in common? They all appeared in the buff recently to celebrate their bodies. Lacy Young isn't a famous athlete with national endorsement deals, nor is she admired by millions of fans. But she felt the need […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Neotrope(R), a brand identity, public relations, and marketing firm established Jan. 1983, announces its latest Non-Profit PR Grants Program for 2012. The firm is again donating $25,000 in free public relations and newswire services to worthy non-profit and charitable organizations to celebrate its 29th anniversary. "The U.S. economy the past […]
