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'Sound Unit' Officially Opened on Bishop Otter Campus

CHICHESTER, England, June 24 -- The University of Chichester issued the following news release: The 'Sound Unit' a unique experimental pavilion designed by Walter van Rijn and made possible by a remarkable collaboration between Rolls Royce Motor Cars, Chichester District Council and the University of Chichester was officially opened on 17th June 2010 at the Bishop Otter Campus. International artist Walter van Rijn's design was the unanimous winner following a rigorous selection processes d more

2011 GCSAA National Championship & Golf Classic set for Palm Beach

LAWRENCE, Kan., June 24 -- The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America issued the following news release: The 61st Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) National Championship and Golf Classic presented in partnership with The Toro Co., will be held Feb. 4-6, 2011, in Palm Beach, Fla. It will take place at four of PGA National Resort's courses and The Breakers Rees Jones Course in Palm Beach, Fla. Few golf competitions can match the number of participants att more

Achievement Award

JOHNSTOWN, Pa., June 24 -- University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown issued the following news release: Alicia Foughty, a 2010 University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown business/marketing graduate and daughter of William Foughty of Murrysville, Pa., has been honored by the Wall Street Journal with its Student Achievement Award. The Wall Street Journal Student Achievement Award was established by the Journal to provide national recognition to top graduating seniors in business at colleges and uni more

Administration's Joint Analysis Group Releases First Scientific Report on Subsea Monitoring Data from Gulf Spill

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news release: Provides snapshot of where oil is subsea in vicinity of the wellhead The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (http://www.epa.gov/) (EPA) and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) today released the first peer reviewed, analytical summary report about the subsea monito more

Ag Kroger Announces $173 Million Antitrust Settlement

SALEM, Ore., June 24 -- The Oregon Attorney General issued the following news release: The agreement resolves antitrust and consumer protection claims filed by 33 states against manufacturers of Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) computer chips Oregon Attorney General John Kroger today announced a $173 million settlement based on allegations against six worldwide computer chip manufacturers for colluding in an industry price-fixing scheme that violated state and federal antitrust laws. more

Alaska Controllers Use Next Generation Air Transportation Technology to Improve Safety

ANCHORAGE, Alaska, June 24 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration issued the following news release: Air traffic controllers in the Alaska region are now officially using Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) technology to improve safety and efficiency in Alaska's rugged terrain. The system - Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) - is a core technology under NextGen. "NextGen technology is already helping make aviation safer an more

Amtrak, Metra, TSA and Local Law Enforcement Deploy Across Chicago Area Rail Stations

CHICAGO, June 24 -- The National Railroad Passenger Corp. (Amtrak) issued the following news release: During today's morning and evening commutes, Amtrak Police, Metra Police, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) personnel and law enforcement officers from more than 100 federal, state, local and rail police agencies are being deployed at more than 100 passenger rail stations in Illinois and the neighboring states of Wisconsin and Indiana in an exercise of expanded counterterrorism and more

Animal Health Budgets

EDINBURGH, Scotland, June 24 -- The Scottish government issued the following news release: Animal Health budgets could be devolved to Scotland from April next year. During a meeting with the Defra Ministerial team yesterday, Richard Lochhead agreed that both administrations would continue to work together to develop plans which could result in the Scottish Government taking control of the Animal Health budget from April 2011. Some progress was also made towards ensuring that Scotland's more

Appointment of General Petraeus as ISAF Commander

CANBERRA, Australia, June 24 - The Australian Federal Minister for Defence issued the following news release: The Chief of the Defence Force, Air Chief Marshal Angus Houston, today welcomed the appointment of General David Petraeus as Commander of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan following the resignation of General Stanley McChrystal. "I want to express my thanks to General McChrystal for the important and valuable work he has done as the ISAF Commander. more

Assistant Secretary General Calls for Pragmatic and Results-Oriented Approaches to Address the Environmental Challenges of the Region

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Organization of American States issued the following news release: The Assistant Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), Albert Ramdin, participated in the opening ceremony of the Fifth Caribbean Environment Forum that took place in Montego Bay, Jamaica, and shared the Organization's concerns for tackling environmental problems adequately and in a timely way. In his speech, Ambassador Ramdin affirmed that "this high-level reflection will h more

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, Michael H. Posner Speaks at the Floribert Chebeya Bahzire Memorial Service

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor issued the text of the following speech: Remarks at the Floribert Chebeya Bahzire Memorial Service I first met Floribert Chebeya in 1992 when he received the Reebok Human Rights Award. Initiated in 1988, the Reebok awards were given to young human rights activists. For the 20 years that these awards were presented, I was privileged to serve, from my perch with Human Rights First, as one of abou more

AU prepares Student for Family Science Internship

ANDERSON, Ind., June 23 -- Anderson University issued the following news release: The highly sought and often elusive perfect job is the goal of most new graduates. However, unlike most recent graduates of the 2010 class, sociology and family science (http://www.anderson.edu/academics/sociology/) major, Amanda Ayers is taking a different route. She's using a post-graduation internship to enter into a career that is relatively new to the field of family science. Ayers will be interning at more

AU to kick Off North American Convention for Church of God on Friday

ANDERSON, Ind., June 24 -- Anderson University issued the following news release: Anderson University (http://www.anderson.edu/)will host "Faith in Harmony: A musical heritage" to kick-off the North American Convention of the Church of God (http://www.chog.org/Events/NorthAmericanConvention/tabid/581/Default.aspx)at Reardon Auditorium(http://www.anderson.edu/reardon/) on Friday, June 25, at 7 p.m. To view a program for the event, click here (http://www.anderson.edu/NAC2010/program.pdf) to vi more

Award in Celebration of the Nation's Table

OTTAWA, Ontario, June 23 - The government of Canada issued the following news release: Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Michaelle Jean, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Jean-Daniel Lafond presented earlier today, for the first time, the Governor General's Award in Celebration of the Nation's Table during a ceremony at Rideau Hall. Proposed in 2006 by His Excellency Jean-Daniel Lafond, the Governor General's Award in Celebration of the Nation's Table recognizes and celebrates out more

Belgian Air Component Participates in First Red Flag-Alaska

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska, June 23 -- The U.S. Pacific Air Forces issued the following news by Airman 1st Class Christopher Gross, JBER PAO: Twenty-seven members from the Belgian Air Component (BAC) 15th Air Transport Wing 20th Squadron made history this year by participating in their first Red Flag-Alaska (RF-Alaska) exercise. The BAC arrived here June 8, with two C-130 Hercules, and will be participating until June 25, when the exercise ends. RF-Alaska is a Pacific Air F more

Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff Hires New Chief of Staff

SAN ANTONIO, June 24 -- Bexar County issued the following news release: Ruby A. Webb, a program manager at San Antonio Water System, has accepted County Judge Nelson Wolff's offer of employment as his chief of staff. Webb has managed the water system's Small, Minority and Women Business Program for one year. "I'm pleased to welcome Ruby to my staff as she brings with her a solid background and wealth of experience in all aspects of local government and project management through her employ more

Birds Reduce Their Heating Bills in Cold Climates

MELBOURNE, Australia, June 23 -- The University of Melbourne issued the following news release: By examining bill sizes of a diverse range of bird species around the world, researchers have found that birds with larger bills tend to be found in hot environments, whilst birds in colder environments have evolved smaller bills. The study led by Dr Matt Symonds of the Department of Zoology at the University of Melbourne and Dr Glenn Tattersall of the Department of Biological Sciences at Brock more

Boards and commissions Applications are Available

COLUMBIA, Mo., June 24 -- The city of Columbia issued the following news release: The Columbia city clerk is accepting applications for boards and commissions. Applications must be received by the clerk's office, 701 E. Broadway, 4th floor, by noon on Friday, July 9. Applications are available at the clerk's office or on the city's Web site at www.GoColumbiaMo.com on the City Council page. The following are current boards and commissions openings: The Bicycle/Pedestrian Commission has two more

Bright Prospects for Lanka's Economy - IMF

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, June 24 -- The government of Sri Lanka issued the following news release: Economic prospects for Sri Lanka are very bright now and the country must capitalize on it. The process can be accelerated with tourism, tea and garments, IMF Resident Representative for Sri Lanka and the Maldives Dr. Koshy Mathai said. He was the Chief Guest at the tenth CIM Annual Conference held at Cinnamon Grand hotel on Monday. 'IMF is very concerned about Sri Lanka's fiscal condition whi more

Brock Researcher Involved in Study About Bird Bills and Climate

ST. CATHERINES, Canada, June 24 -- Brock University issued the following news release: A Brock University researcher has co-authored a study showing that the evolution of bird bills is related to the climate in which they live. Glenn Tattersall, a professor of Biological Sciences, studied the issue with Matt Symonds in the Department of Zoology at the University of Melbourne in Australia. They found that birds with larger bills tend to be found in hot environments, while birds with smaller more

BVU Students Help Boost Iowa Volunteerism Ranking

STORM LAKE, Iowa, June 24 -- Buena Vista University issued the following news release: Buena Vista University students have helped Iowa become second in the nation in volunteerism. According to a report released by Volunteering in America, Iowa college students rank second in the nation in volunteering within the college student demographic up from 32nd in 2006, with 41 percent of college students volunteering their time in 2009. As a state, Iowa has the second-highest volunteer rate in th more

Cabinet Approves Recommendations of the Group of Ministers (GoM) Constituted to Examine All the Issues Related to the Bhopal Gas Leak Disaster

NEW DELHI, India, June 24 - The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers: The Cabinet has today approved the recommendations of the GoM on Bhopal Gas Leak Disaster and their implementation in a time bound manner. The GoM was reconstituted by the Government on 26th May 2010 to examine all the issues relating to Bhopal Gas Leak including remediation measures and make appropriate recommendations regarding relief and rehabilitation of more

Can Julia Stop the Spin Cycle?

PERTH, Australia, June 24 -- Murdoch University issued the following news by Dr Ian Cook, senior lecturer politics: "Some people might have found it typically long-winded and self-congratulatory, but Kevin Rudd's farewell speech was one moment when he was more interested in communication and less in spin. It was one of his best moments because it was honest and from the heart. Support for Julia Gillard as leader has always reflected the view that she is more of a straighter talker than Rud more

Cape Partnership for Higher Ed Opens Its Doors

POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., June 23 -- Three Rivers Community College issued the following news release: When the Cape Girardeau Partnership for Higher Education held an Open House on Thursday, June 17, most students and families did not come for the free cookies or facility tours. They came to enroll, a fact that thrilled academic advisor Tinea Ortega. "I'm very excited," said Ortega. "The need is here. Up until now, Southeast (Missouri State University) has been the only institution in town to of more

CCEA Approves Award of Exploration Blocks Under Fourth Bid Round of CBM(CBM-IV) and One Block Under the Eighth Bid Round of New Exploration Licensing Policy (NELP-VIII)

NEW DELHI, India, June 24 - The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs today approved award of Exploration Blocks under fourth bid round of CBM(CBM-IV) and one block under the eighth bid round of New Exploration Licensing Policy (NELP-VIII). The approval includes the following: i) Rejection of 7 bids submitted by Deep CH4 Private Limited led consortium and 3 bids submitted by Kalahari Ene more

CEOE Dean Among Ocean Leaders to Brief White House on Gulf Oil Spill

DOVER, Del., June 24 -- The University of Delaware issued the following news release: As efforts to stem BP's Gulf of Mexico oil spill continue, University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment Dean Nancy Targett headed to the White House. Targett visited Vice President Joe Biden's Domestic Policy Advisory Committee Tuesday, June 22, to discuss response to the disaster. Targett and four other experts from the ocean science community briefed the committee's staff on the Conso more

Champion Wood Pellets Announces New Facility in Jasper County

COLUMBIA, S.C., June 24 -- The South Carolina Department of Commerce issued the following news release: The South Carolina Department of Commerce and Jasper County today announced that Champion Wood Pellets will locate its new manufacturing facility in Jasper County. The $2 million investment is expected to generate 22 new jobs. "We are pleased to locate our first manufacturing facility in Jasper County. The area offers us an exceptional business environment, a productive workforce, close more

Child Craft Drop-Side Cribs Recalled Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following news release: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Child Craft brand drop-side cribs Manufacturer: Child Craft more

ChinaSourcing Summit 2010 Held in Hangzhou

BEIJING, June 23 - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce issued the following news release: ChinaSourcing Summit 2010 was held on June 15 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. Vice Minister of Commerce Ma Xiuhong, Executive Vice-Governor of Zhejiang Province Chen Min'er, Mayor of Hangzhou Cai Qi, and Chairman of China Council for International Investment Promotion Miao Gengshu attended the Summit and delivered speech respectively. Attending the summit are more than 300 representatives from the Ministry more

City to Apply Algae Treatments at Two Water Sources

FREDERICK, Md., June 24 -- The city of Frederick issued the following news release: In an effort to treat taste and odor causing algae at two water sources, The City of Frederick Department of Public Works will be applying 180 lbs. of copper sulfate to Lake Linganore and 4 lbs. to the Fishing Creek Reservoir. The copper sulfate crystals will be diluted with water and the concentration of dissolved copper will be sprayed along the shorelines. There should not be any impact to the public or liv more

Civic Awards Presented to Student Volunteers

OXFORD, England, June 23 -- The University of Oxford issued the following news release: Launched earlier this year, the Vice-Chancellor's Civic Awards recognise and promote the positive impact of Oxford students on the local, national, and international community. This year's six winners were chosen by a panel of representatives from both the University and the community The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Andrew Hamilton, gave out the awards, saying: 'The reach and range of University communit more

Clara White Mission's Students Learn to Clean Green

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 23 -- The Florida Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release: This week, students of Clara White Mission's janitorial services job-training program are learning more than a new skill; they are becoming part of a different "mission" - to green Florida's future. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is providing hands-on green cleaning training at the Clara White Mission. The Clara White Mission partners with businesse more

Climate Change a Threat to Migratory Species

LONDON, June 24 -- The United Nations Environmental Programme issued the following news release: Migratory species such as turtles and whales are exceptionally vulnerable to climate change, according to preliminary findings from a forthcoming United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) report;Climate Change Vulnerability of Migratory Species. These preliminary findings and the actions that need to be taken to avert disaster for migratory species will be discussed today in a series of talk more

CM Calls to Face Challenges of Environment Protection Collectively

SHIMLA, India, June 24 - The Government of Himachal Pradesh issued the following news release: Prof. Prem Kumar Dhumal, Chief Minister, said that environment protection was a global challenge which should be face collectively for survival of the humanity. He was speaking in a function organized by Dhouladhar Sewa Samiti at Palamput late evening yesterday. He said that developed countries were responsible for emission of green house gases, which needed to be checked forthwith. He said that th more

Col. Lovell Speaks to CGOC

HANSCOM AFB, Mass., June 24 -- The U.S. Air Force Electronic Systems Center issued the following news by Peter Blackburn, 66th Air Base Wing Public Affairs: Col. James Lovell, 551st Electronic Systems Wing acting commander, spoke to the Company Grade Officers Council (CGOC) last Thursday afternoon in the Patriot Lounge at the Minuteman Club. Colonel Lovell met with the CGOC in order to provide mentorship and advice to the officers before he leaves Hanscom on June 28 for a new assignment at more

Committee Approves Bill Requiring Increased Training for Federal Supervisors

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The office of Sen. Daniel Akaka, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee today unanimously approved the Federal Supervisor Training Act of 2010 (S. 674) sponsored by Senator Daniel K. Akaka. The bill requires Federal agencies to establish mandatory training programs for supervisors and builds on recent progress on this issue in the Federal government. "Improving federal supervisor training will ma more

County Schedules Public Hearings on Changes to Solid Waste Regulations

OLATHE, Kan., June 24 -- Johnson County issued the following news release: Johnson County Government is working in partnership with the cities to implement the county's Solid Waste Management Plan which calls for specific measures to reduce the amount of waste destined for landfills. Johnson County has updated the Code of Regulations for Solid Waste Management (Code) and it is available for public comment. The Board of County Commissioners has scheduled two public hearings on the regulatio more

CQUniversity Hosts Major Research Event

QUEENSLAND, Australia, June 24 -- Central Queensland University issued the following news release: CQUniversity will host Australasia's largest annual environmental postgraduate conference from Sunday this week. This is a first for the University in hosting the Environmental Research Event (ERE) which is in its 15th year. The event will run from Sunday June 27 until Wednesday June 30 at CQUniversity's Rockhampton Campus. According to event organiser Kartik Venkatraman, ERE provides r more

Cranfield Research to Put Science Behind Sustainability in Cricket

CRANFIELD, England, June 24 -- Cranfield University issued the following news release: 'Rain stopped play' is a common phrase in UK sport, and cricket in particular is a sport subject to the effects of weather and climate. In a new study funded by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Cranfield University will be using science to assess the impact of climate on cricket. The 'Sustainable Cricket Project' aims to improve the management of natural resources such as water, carbon (energy more

Cycle and Ride During Bike Week

LEICESTER, England, June 24 -- The Leicestershire County Council issued the following news release: Cyclists are being encouraged to 'cycle and ride' from the Enderby park and ride. The innovative site, designed and built by the city and county councils with construction partners Tarmac, boasts a covered, secure cycle rack and free lockers available to store helmets and equipment in. Buses are fast and frequent, running every ten minutes to Leicester City Centre and during Bike Week, more

Deadly Gas Licences Must be Reviewed: Milne

CANBERRA, Australia, June 23 -- Australian Sen. Christine Milne (Greens-Tasmania) issued the following news release: Australian Greens Deputy Leader, Christine Milne wants the Federal government to review all licences for the use of methyl bromide following an announcement that Tas Ports plans to pump 1.5 tonnes of the deadly gas into a moored ship near George Town. Senator Milne commented that the use of methyl bromide is outdated and unnecessary as alternatives are available, and the EU more

Delta Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following news release: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Delta cribs Units: About 747,000 drop-side cribs; and all f more

DL*** Attorney General Madigan: Latest Operation Guardian compliance Check Conducted Today in East St. Louis

CHICAGO, June 24 -- The Illinois Attorney General issued the following news release: Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced that an "Operation Guardian" compliance check took place earlier today in East St. Louis. St. Clair County Sheriff Mearl Justus joined Madigan at a noon press conference to discuss the results of the compliance check of Virgil Calvert Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 5050 Summit Ave. "When I announced Operation Guardian, I put nursing home operators on notice that more

Doris Duke Charitable Foundation Awards $3.1 Million to Facilitate 'Wildlife-Friendly' Renewable Energy Development in the United States

NEW YORK, June 24 -- The Defenders of Wildlife issued the following news release: The Doris Duke Charitable (http://ddcf.org/) Foundation announced today a grant totaling nearly $3.1 million over three years to support a project aimed at promoting wildlife-friendly and environmentally-responsible renewable energy development. The grant will provide support to Defenders of Wildlife (http://www.defenders.org/index.php), Natural Resources Defense Council (http://www.nrdc.org/) and The Wilderness more

Durbin Expresses Confidence in Coordinated Effort to Prevent Spread of Asian Carp

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The office of Sen. Richard Durbin, D-Ill., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following statement after an announcement by the Asian Carp Regional Coordinating Committee that one Bighead Asian carp has been found in Lake Calumet along the Chicago Area Waterway System. "I am confident that the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Army Corps of Engineers and Coast Guard are taking the thr more

Edora Pool Ice Center Confirmed Safe by Larimer County Health Department

FORT COLLINS, Colo., June 24 -- The city of Fort Collins issued the following news release: Recently three confirmed cases of meningococcal disease have been linked to a hockey game that occurred at Edora Pool Ice Center (EPIC) on June 9. The City of Fort Collins and the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment stress that the EPIC facility is not the source of the infection. The Health Department agrees that EPIC is safe to visit and all programs and activities associated with EPI more

Evenflo Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following news release: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Jenny Lind Cribs Units: About 750,000 Distributor: Evenf more

Exhibition Train Showcasing India's Progress in it Flagged Off Sh. Sachin Pilot Flags Off Train Jointly with Ms. Mamta Banerjee

NEW DELHI, India, June 24 - The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Communications & Information Technology: An Exhibition Train on the theme of Information Technology & Sports was flagged off jointly by Ms. Mamta Banerjee, Minister of Railways, and Sh. Sachin Pilot, Minister of State Communications & IT here today from Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi. Train is to be run across the length and breadth of the Nation, jointly by Department of Informat more

Experiment Tests Underpinnings of Quantum Field Theory, Bose-Einstein Statistics of Photons

BERKELEY, Calif., June 24 -- The University of California at Berkeley issued the following news release: Of all the assumptions underlying quantum mechanics and the theory that describes how particles interact at the most elementary level, perhaps the most basic is that particles are either bosons or fermions. Bosons, such as the particles of light called photons, play by one set of rules; fermions, including electrons, play by another. Seven years ago, University of California, Berkeley, more

Fashola Advocates Global Minimum Safety Standards

IKEJA, Nigeria, June 24 -- The Lagos State Government issued the following news release: Lagos State Governor, Mr Babatunde Fashola (SAN) on Thursday called for the adoption of international minimum safety standards across the board which is expected to produce the desired results that would protect the economy, human beings and the environment in general. Governor Fashola who spoke against the background of environmental issues that are playing out in the Gulf of Mexico at the Internatio more

First Lady Launches President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The White House's Office of the First Lady issued the following news release: Today, First Lady Michelle Obama joined kids from the Washington, DC area to launch the President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition and introduce the 2010 Council co-chairs and members. In conjunction with the First Lady's Let's Move! initiative, this year President Obama has broadened the scope of the Council, formerly known as the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, more

Florida Department of Education Announces New Content Available on iTunes U

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., June 24 -- The Florida Department of Education issued the following news release: The Florida Department of Education today announced new civics content available on iTunes U, thanks to a brand new partnership with The Florida Channel. The new content, including Historic Markers and Florida Facts, Florida Portraits, Florida's Attic, Great Floridians, 60 Second Civics and Florida Symbols, leverages The Florida Channel's extensive library of public affairs programs and educat more

Follow the Greenes on Facebook

LEICESTER, England, June 24 -- The Leicestershire County Council issued the following news release: Leicestershire's 'greenest' family is spreading the word about making reuse part of everyday life through their brand new Facebook page. The fictional Greenes are spearheading a campaign designed to cut waste and have been created to illustrate how reuse can form a big part of daily family life. Featuring regular updates from each family member on how they are making the most of reuse, t more

FVSU TEAM Success Program Expands to Reach More Students

FORT VALLEY, Ga., June 23 -- Fort Valley State University issued the following news release: High school students across Georgia are participating in a summer program sponsored by Fort Valley State University, and this year the university selected more students to learn about careers and programs within its Cooperative Extension Program. Instead of selecting nine students, a committee chose16 students from 15 Georgia counties to be TEAM Success interns for eight weeks. Participants started more

G20 Should Support a Pro-Growth Agenda for Developing Countries-- World Bank

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- World Bank issued the following news release: The Group of 20 should strive to promote long-term, broad-based growth, since this represents the most effective means to help lift tens of millions of people in the developing world out of poverty. Moreover, faster growth in developing countries could kick off a virtual cycle towards more diversified, sustainable and less volatile global demand, the World Bank said. In a background paper prepared for this weekend's G20 s more

G8 Shouldn't Expect to Sidestep Climate Danger

HUNTSVILLE, Canada, June 25 -- World Wildlife Fund issued the following news release: The G8 needs to address the discrepancies between its recognition of a danger threshold of a two degrees centigrade or less rise in average global temperatures and the world's current course towards a temperature rise this century of up to twice that, WWF said today as leaders assembled for the meeting. "The real measure of success for the G8 will be showing leadership on the fast-track finance commitment more

Game Commission and NWTF Partner on 'Women in the Outdoors' Program

HARRISBURG, Pa., June 24 -- The Pennsylvania Game Commission issued the following news release: Women are Pennsylvania's fastest growing group of hunters and a beneficial new partnership between the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) will help provide more outdoor opportunities to women in the Keystone State. Thanks in large part to funding provided by the Game Commission, the NWTF has hired Jeff Souders, of Harrisburg, to serve as a full-time, Wome more

Gazprom and E.ON Ruhrgas Celebrate 20th Anniversary of Cooperation in Personnel Training and Development

MOSCOW, June 24 -- Gazprom issued the following news release: The Gazprom headquarters hosted a conference dedicated to the 20th anniversary of cooperation between Gazprom and E.ON Ruhrgas AG in the personnel training and development area. Taking part in the event were heads and experts from Gazprom and its subsidiaries, as well as representatives from E.ON Ruhrgas. The companies' achievements in sci-tech partnership, as well as personnel training and development were summarized in the spe more

Georgians Should not Foot the Bill for Illegal Aliens

ATLANTA, June 24 -- The Georgia State Senate issued the following information report: The current debate over allowing illegal aliens into Georgia public colleges and universities is perhaps the easiest policy question to answer. Even if we set aside the "illegal" aspect of the student, should any taxpayer ever be forced to pay for the education of someone who upon graduation is not eligible to work? Compounding such a senseless policy is the fact that each college seat occupied by someone no more

Giving Mother Nature a Helping Hand

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam, June 24 -- The U.S. Pacific Air Forces issued the following news by Airman 1st Class Anthony Jennings, 36th Wing Public Affairs: Members of the 644th Combat Communications Squadron made a positive impact on Guam's ecosystem by planting more than 1,000 trees in Cetti Bay, June 19. The 644th CBCS teamed up with the Guam Department of Agriculture in an effort to stave off erosion of soil which has been washing into the bay and damaging the coral reefs. Red clay more

Glades Communities, SFWMD Improve Stormwater Quality

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 23 -- The South Florida Water Management District issued the following news release: The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) and its Glades community partners surrounding Lake Okeechobee have completed a series of stormwater and water quality improvement projects that benefit ecosystem restoration and water management. "Support for these projects is a vital investment in South Florida's environment and the communities around Lake Okeechobee," said SF more

Global Agriculture and Food Security Program Partners Announce Inaugural Grants

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release: Partners in the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP), a new fund to tackle global hunger and poverty, this week announced that five developing countries will receive the fund's first grants totaling $224 million. The grants - approved for Bangladesh, Haiti, Rwanda, Sierra Leone and Togo - will help each country increase food security, raise rural incomes and reduce poverty. These inve more

Gold Medal Architects to Speak at USC

SUNSHINE COAST, Australia, June 23 -- The University of the Sunshine Coast issued the following news release: Key issues of architecture, environment and place will be outlined by nationally-renowned husband-and-wife team Lindsay and Kerry Clare on Monday 28 June when the University of the Sunshine Coast hosts their 2010 Gold Medal tour. The evening address by the owners of Clare Design, founded at Mooloolaba in 1979 and now based in Sydney, is part of a six-month Australian tour after the more

Gov. Pawlenty Appoints Mark Knoff, Mankato's Director of Public Works, to Clean Water Council

MANKATO, Minn., June 24 -- The city of Mankato issued the following news release: Gov. Tim Pawlenty has appointed Mark Knoff, Mankato's director of public works, to the state's Clean Water Council. Knoff, who has a doctorate from Purdue University, is responsible for Mankato's wastewater treatment and water treatment plants, transportation services, infrastructure, parks, and garbage and recycling collection. Knoff, a registered professional engineer, has close to three years of service wi more

Gov. Perry: Texas to Honor Those Impacted by Gulf Oil Spill

AUSTIN, Texas, June 24 -- Gov. Rick Perry, R-Texas, issued the following news release: Gov. Rick Perry has proclaimed Sunday, June 27, 2010, as a Day of Prayer in Texas for the Gulf Coast, following the explosion and sinking of the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig that took 11 lives and has led to economic hardship for many others throughout the region. "The Deepwater Horizon oil spill has impacted numerous lives along the Gulf Coast, especially those families who lost loved ones as a result more

Governments Break Ground on New Family Centre

ONTARIO, Canada, June 24 - The government of Canada issued the following news release: The City of Niagara Falls today celebrated the groundbreaking of an addition to the Children's Aid Society office for Family and Children's Services in Niagara. Canada's Minister of Transport and Infrastructure John Baird; the Honourable Rob Nicholson, P.C., Q.C. Member of Parliament for Niagara Falls, Minister of Justice, and Attorney General of Canada; Kim Craitor, Member of Provincial Parliament for Nia more

Governor Announces Sewer and Solid Waste Infrastructure Projects Totaling $11.5 Million for Six Georgia Communities

ATLANTA, June 23 -- Gov. Sonny Perdue, R-Ga., issued the following news release: Governor Sonny Perdue announced today the approval of funding for six environmental infrastructure projects totaling $11.5 million. The GEFA executive committee approved the commitments to help finance water, sewer and solid waste infrastructure improvements for the cities of Blue Ridge, Cornelia, Franklin Springs, Lumpkin, Rincon, and Newton County. "Investment in our state's water and sewer infrastructure st more

Governor Culver Announces Microsoft Datacenter in Iowa

DES MOINES, Iowa, June 24 -- Gov. Chet Culver, D-Iowa, has issued the following news release: Governor Chet Culver today announced Microsoft Corporation will move forward with the construction of a modular datacenter in West Des Moines with the planned construction of a $100 million facility. The datacenter is expected to be up and running by spring of 2011. The technologically advanced facility will significantly reduce water, power and carbon wastes associated with traditional datacenter more

Governor O'Malley Fuels $1 Million Investment for Additional Electric Vehicle Advancements in Maryland: Charging Stations Will Reduce State Demand on Oil, Save Taxpayers Money

ANNAPOLIS, Md., June 24 -- The Maryland Energy Administration issued the following news release: Governor Martin O'Malley announced today a $1 million boost to Maryland's Electric Vehicle Infrastructure, funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The investment will build approximately 65 electric vehicle charging stations around the State to attract and support the coming electric vehicle industry. In addition, plans are in place for Maryland workers to retrofit the state's existi more

Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Promote Innovation, Create Jobs in Illinois

CHICAGO, June 23 -- The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity issued the following news release: Governor Pat Quinn today signed Senate Bill 3655, which extends the Research and Development Tax Credit. The tax credit will help foster economic growth and innovation by providing Illinois companies with an incentive to increase their research activities in the state. "Illinois' continued economic recovery will depend largely on our ability to help businesses grow and creat more

Governor's City Club of Cleveland Address

CLEVELAND, Ohio, June 24 -- Gov. Ted Strickland, D-Ohio, has issued the following news release: Governor Ted Strickland today delivered the following address at the City Club of Cleveland. I don't know if any of you had a chance to see it--but I made my music video debut recently. Quite frankly, I don't think I'm going to win American Idol anytime soon. But I had the chance to join several beloved Clevelanders--weatherman Dick Goddard, newsman Carl Monday, someone named "Big Dog" fro more

Governor's Environmental Stewardship Awards Recognize Positive Impacts Across Tennessee - Three Additional Honors Announced

NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 24 -- The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation issued the following news release: Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke and Deputy Commissioner Paul Sloan presented the 2010 Governor's Environmental Stewardship Awards at the Ellington Agriculture Center campus in Nashville today, recognizing 16 honorees whose efforts have made a positive impact on the state's natural resources. "Protecting our environment ensures that our c more

Hancock Online Classes Offer Flexibility and Convenience

SANTA MARIA, Calif., June 24 -- Alan Hancock College issued the following news release: A recent national survey found that 96 percent of college students take courses online because they are more convenient for their schedule. Allan Hancock College is offering more than 180 online classes during its fall semester. These classes offer students the flexibility of completing courses at their own pace at home or on campus computers. Both credit and Community Education/Spectrum online courses are more

Health Care Reform: What Does it Mean for Children and Adults with Disabilities and Their Families

FARMINGTON, Conn., June 23 -- The University of Connecticut Health Center issued the following news release: A well-known advocate for children with special needs will be the featured speaker during a forum on health care reform on Monday, July 12, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Hartford Marriott, 15 Farm Springs Road, Farmington. The forum will feature an overview of the health care reform bill that was enacted this year, including specific provisions of interest to children and adults with d more

HGP is 10: More than Just Genes

OXFORD, England, June 24 -- The University of Oxford issued the following news release: Since the sequencing of the human genome, our understanding has greatly increased of the subtle interplay between our genes, our lifestyles, and all that we encounter and are exposed to as we grow up and develop. We know more about the interactions between our genes, the intricate control systems within the body that switch them on and off, and have some evidence of the way outside factors can link to o more

High-Tech WNY Businesses Connect with Potential Investors at UB Center of Excellence Forum

BUFFALO, N.Y., June 24 -- The University at Buffalo issued the following news release: The focus is on the growth of jobs, high-tech business and a knowledge-based economy when the University at Buffalo's New York State Center of Excellence in the Bioinformatics and Life Sciences holds the 2010 Explore Buffalo Niagara Investor High-Tech Forum from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. today (June 24) in the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, 1285 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo. The purpose of the forum, titled "Connecting R more

Highland Show Centre of European Stage

EDINBURGH, Scotland, June 24 -- The Scottish government issued the following news release: Scotland's premier agriculture show took on an international flavour when Richard Lochhead welcomed two prominent European politicians today. , gained insight into what makes Scotland a world leading producer of top quality food and drink. Mr Ciolos and Mr de Castro took time out of their schedules to take part in a panel discussion and Q&A session hosted by Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs, R more

Hill Country's Delbert Wilson Testifies at Senate USF Hearing

ARLINGTON, Va., June 24 -- The National Telecommunications Cooperative Association issued the following news release: In testimony today before the Senate Commerce Committee, Delbert Wilson, general manager of Hill Country Telephone Cooperative (Ingram, Texas) said the FCC's national broadband plan (NBP) fails to recognize the value of cost recovery mechanisms-including universal service-in bringing the promise of broadband to all Americans. Wilson testified on behalf of the National Telec more

Holland College Human Services Program Hosts Workshop

CHARLOTTETOWN, Canada, June 24 -- Holland College issued the following news release: More than 30 direct support professionals from across the Maritimes attended a one day workshop hosted by Holland College's Human Services program (http://www.hollandcollege.com/admissions/full_time_programs/human_services/) and led by international speaker and author Bob Bowen, CEO of The Mandt System Inc (http://www.mandtsystem.com/) . The Mandt system focuses on finding ways to reduce, if not eliminate, more

HPU Student Gains On-The-Job Experience in Newspaper Internship

HIGH POINT, N.C., June 24 -- High Point University issued the following news release: Janine Mooney, a rising senior at High Point University, has already made use of her time off of school during the summer - she's busy reporting the news for the Courier-Post Newspaper, a publication that covers all of South New Jersey. Mooney, who is majoring in English writing with a minor in religion, says her 240-hour internship has flown by - and, "I have definitely been putting a variety of my journ more

Hybrid MBA Expands to New Quakertown Location

PHILADELPHIA, June 24 -- Holy Family University issued the following news release: Holy Family University will open its newest location in Quakertown in September. It will be one of two locations hosting the University's Accelerated Hybrid MBA program. Classes will be held inside the Spring Hill Suites by Marriott located at 1930 John Fries Highway, just minutes from the Quakertown Turnpike exit. Building on the University's successful Accelerated MBA program, the hybrid format blends f more

ILC Secures DoD Contract, Creates Jobs

DOVER, Del., June 24 -- Gov. Jack Markell, D-Del., issued the following news release: Governor Jack Markell joined Bill Wallach, president of ILC Dover, for an official ribbon-cutting to celebrate the company's newly acquired U.S. Department of Defense contract and the partnerships that helped make it possible. The event was held at the company's new manufacturing facility, located on Starlifter Avenue, where 70 people will be employed by the end of July 2010. "New jobs- and a new facility more

Illegal Alteration of Fish Habitat Results in Heavy Fines for B.C. Development Corporation

BRITISH COLUMBIA, Canada, June 24 - The government of Canada issued the following news release: A British Columbia development corporation (a division of 0702905 B.C. Ltd.) will pay $375,000 in reparation costs and fines after pleading guilty to illegally altering fish habitat in the Shuswap Lake area. In his disposition, Judge Edmond De Walle fined the Corporation $5,000 and levied the additional sums of $70,000 to be paid to the Fraser Basin Council to support conservation and protectio more

Illinois Tollway Invites Public to Share Comments as Transition Team Efforts Get Underway to Set Direction for Agency

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 24 -- The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority issued the following news release: The Illinois Tollway Transition Team is welcoming input from the public as it begins to review and contemplate recommendations to improve the agency's customer service. Gathering for the second time today, the group of more than 30 experts in business, environment, customer service, and regional planning, commended Illinois Tollway Executive Director Kristi Lafleur for opening the disc more

Illinois' Nelson Outlines AFBF's Five Farm Bill Principles

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The American Farm Bureau Federation issued the following news release: Farmers in every state rely in some way on the economic safety net provided in the 2008 farm bill, the American Farm Bureau Federation today told a House Agriculture subcommittee. Which farm bill programs are judged most beneficial, however, depends largely on a farmer's crop and region, according to Illinois Farm Bureau President Philip Nelson, who testified on behalf of AFBF. "While our farmers more

Inspiration in Challenging Times: Urban Land Institute Announces Five Winners of 2010 Awards for Excellence: Asia Pacific Competition

SINGAPORE, June 23 -- The Urban Land Institute issued the following news release: Five outstanding developments have been selected as winners of the Urban Land Institute's (ULI) Awards for Excellence: Asia Pacific competition, widely recognized as the land use industry's most prestigious recognition program. The competition is part of the Institute's Awards for Excellence program, established in 1979, which is based on ULI's guiding principle that the achievement of excellence in land us more

Jardine Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following news release: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Jardine drop-side cribs Units: About 130,000 Manufacture more

Joseph Mantua Assumes AWWA Presidency

CHICAGO, June 24 -- The American Water Works Association issued the following news release: In the concluding event of the 2010 American Water Works Association's Annual Conference and Exposition (ACE10), Joseph Mantua accepted the AWWA gavel Wednesday night and ascended to the association presidency. Calling for water industry leaders to "be bold, take chances," Mantua, a Black & Veatch client services manager, laid out his agenda for his one-year term as AWWA president. He pledged to fac more

Lajes Supports YoAFF Campaign with Quality-of-Life Improvements

LAJES FIELD, Azores, June 24 -- The U.S. Air Forces in Europe News Service issued the following news by Staff Sgt. Olufemi Owolabi, 65th Air Base Wing Public Affairs: In the midst of many budget cuts, Lajes Field, Azores, officials are improving the quality of life for Airmen and their families, with a focus on improving programs geared toward areas of concern for Air Force families. Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz named July 2009 more

LaJobi Recalls to Repair Bonavita, Babi Italia and ISSI Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following news release: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Bonavita, Babi Italia and ISSI Drop-Side Cribs Units: About more

Lautenberg Calls on New Bureau of Ocean Energy to Stop Risky BP Drilling Project in Alaska

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The office of Sen. Frank R. Lautenberg, D-N.J., issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Frank R. Lautenberg (D-NJ) called on the new director of the Bureau of Ocean Energy, formerly the Minerals Management Service, to halt BP's plans to move forward with the Liberty drilling project off the Alaska coastline. Considering the risky nature of the project, Lautenberg asked the Administration to put the project on hold until a full investigation into the cause more

Legislation to Reform Chemical Regulation Passes Both Houses of Parliament

CANBERRA, Australia, June 24 - The Australian Parliamentary Secretary to the Federal Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry issued the following news release: Reforms to cut red tape and increase efficiency in the regulation of agricultural and veterinary chemicals have passed both houses of Parliament. The Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Amendment Bill 2010 is another step forward in the Government's plans to improve the system to benefit farmers, the environment and more

Legislation to Reform Chemical Regulation Passes Both Houses of Parliament

CANBERRA, Australia, June 24 - The Australian Federal Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Conservation issued the following news release: Reforms to cut red tape and increase efficiency in the regulation of agricultural and veterinary chemicals have passed both houses of Parliament. The Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Amendment Bill 2010 is another step forward in the Government's plans to improve the system to benefit farmers, the environment and industry. The bill is part more

Lightstone Reappointed to Second Term as Brock U President

ST. CATHERINES, Canada, June 24 -- Brock University issued the following news release: Jack Lightstone, who has helped usher Brock University through an era of dramatic growth and partnership with its surrounding community, has been reappointed to a second five-year term as the University's President and Vice-Chancellor. The unanimous decision was made today by the University's Board of Trustees at its annual meeting, and comes at a time when Lightstone still has more than a year left on h more

Majority Leader John Oceguera Applauds IFC Funding Approval

CARSON CITY, Nev., June 24 -- The Nevada Secretary of State issued the following news release: Assembly Majority Leader John Oceguera today applauded the Interim Finance Committee's (IFC) approval of Secretary of State Ross Miller's funding request for a $4.5 million contract to develop the new Nevada Business Portal, the first of its kind in the country. The contract to develop the technology for the online one-stop-shop for businesses is being awarded to Capgemini Government Solutions, LLC, more

Manchester Dentist Receives Prestigious Teaching Award

MANCHESTER, England, June 24 -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: A University of Manchester Dentistry lecturer is one of 50 lecturers and learning support staff to have been awarded a prestigious National Teaching Fellowship. Professor Nick Grey, in the School of Dentistry, was chosen from nearly 200 nominations submitted by higher education institutions across England and Northern Ireland, and will receive an award of (POUND)10,000. The award may be used for more

Marcus & Millichap Lists $14.6 Million Sustainable Development Site in Salem, Ore.

SALEM, Ore., June 24 -- Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services issued the following news release: Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services, the nation's largest real estate investment services firm, has retained the exclusive listing for Sustainable Fairview Salem, a 125.46-acre sustainable infill development site in Salem. The listing price of $14,678,820 represents approximately $15,000 per paper lot. Paul Edwards, a senior associate, and Will Stone, an investment s more

Markey Queries BP on Relief Well Prospects

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The House Select Committee on Energy Independence & Global Warming issued the following news release: In an extensive inquiry letter sent to BP today, Rep. Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) asked the company about the progress and design of the relief wells, which are now being drilled to shut down the still-spewing BP Macondo well. This comes on the heels of yesterday's briefing by Coast Guard Admiral Thad Allen, where he said alternatives to the relief wells are being consid more

Markey Questions Why BP Is Exceeding Dispersant Directives

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Edward J. Markey, D-Mass. (7th CD), issued the following news release: Responding to increasing use of dispersants by BP in recent days, Rep. Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today wrote to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Coast Guard asking for an update on the analysis of the chemicals, and to respond to BP's continued use of dispersants. The questions follow yesterday's findings by government scientists that the underwater plumes identified are consis more

Markey: As NOAA Confirms Plumes Again, BP Denies Plumes...Again

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The House Select Committee on Energy Independence & Global Warming issued the following news release: Following the release of a government analysis showing, yet again, the existence of undersea plumes of oil from the BP oil spill, Rep. Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today released documents he obtained from BP related to their denial of these plumes. The documents, and the follow-up letter from Rep. Markey to BP CEO Tony Hayward, include some of the preliminary information more

Maryland Congressional Delegation Receives Briefing on Potential Impact of Gulf Oil Spill on Maryland's Beaches, the Bay and Seafood Safety

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The office of Sen. Barbara A. Mikulski, D-Md., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Barbara A. Mikulski (D-Md.) today chaired a briefing of Maryland's Congressional delegation on the potential impact of the Gulf oil spill on Maryland's beaches, the Chesapeake Bay and the safety of seafood that is shipped to Maryland's markets, restaurants and grocery stores. Senator Mikulski is Chairwoman of the Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Subcommittee that f more

Mayor Appoints Mallinoff to be Acting City Manager

ANNAPOLIS, Md., June 24 -- The city of Annapolis issued the following news release: Mayor Joshua J. Cohen announces that Michael D. Mallinoff, a 21-year municipal government executive who previously served as City Administrator for then-Mayor Alfred A. Hopkins, will become acting City Manager and assume oversight of the City's day-to-day operations on July 1. Doug Smith, who will step down as Chief Administrative Officer on June 30 to make way for Mr. Mallinoff, will be retained as a Speci more

Mayor Kicks Off 'Share the Road' Safety Campaign

LEXINGTON, Ky., June 24 -- The city of Lexington issued the following news release: Lexington Mayor Jim Newberry today kicked off a new safety campaign, urging motorists, cyclists and pedestrians to Share the Road. "Motorists are finding that there are more and more citizens cycling on or walking along our roadways, in both rural and urban areas because we have many new bike lanes and we are working to make our city more pedestrian and bicycle friendly," Newberry said. "This campaign is de more

Mayor Redd Announces Senior Citizen Cooling Program

CAMDEN, N.J., June 24 -- The city of Camden issued the following news release: Mayor Dana L. Redd, along with the City's Department of Health and Human Services - Bureau of Senior and Emergency Services, today announced the availability of window fans for Senior Citizens during periods of extreme heat. Fans are available on a "first come - first served" basis to Camden senior residents who are at least 60 years of age. "As the summer season rolls in, so do the high and hot temperatures tha more

Medical Examiner Facility Honored for Unique Features

SAN DIEGO, June 23 -- San Diego County issued the following news release: What is the true color of blood? It may seem like a strange question, but the design of the new Medical Examiner and Forensic Center sheds light on the issue - literally. The use of natural light is just one of the details that earned the center an award from the San Diego chapter of the American Institute of Architects. The Medical Examiner Center received a Citation Award, which recognizes noteworthy architectural more

Mercer Savannah Professional MBAs Get a Taste of High Finance, Show Biz During New York City Field Residency

NEW YORK, June 24 -- Mercer University issued the following news release: Students from Mercer's Professional Master of Business Administration program recently returned from a five-day tour of the Big Apple, going from Broadway to Wall Street as part of the cohort's Best Practices Field Residency. The group of 18 students and three faculty members toured business and cultural sites around the city, meeting with a number of prominent business people. Among the group's stops were Alston & B more

Miami Meeting on Radiation Therapy Targets Patient Safety

COLLEGE PARK, Md., June 24 -- The American Society for Therapeutic Radiology And Oncology issued the following news release: A meeting in Miami this week will bring together some of the world's leading experts from inside and outside the clinic to discuss safety in radiation therapy -- a critical method for treating cancer. Surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy are the three main treatments for cancer. It is estimated that two-thirds of all patients with cancer will receive radiation more

Million Dollar Baby Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following news release: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Drop-Side cribs Units: About 156,000 Distributor: Bexco more

Minister Chen Held Met with Greek Minister Louka Katseli

BEIJING, June 24 - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce issued the following news release: Chinese Commerce Minister Chen Deming met with Louka Katseli, the visiting Greek Minister for the Economy, Competitiveness and Mercantile Marine, in Beijing on June 22. Katseli made a briefing on the current situation of Greek economy. She stated that Greece appreciated China's contribution to the development of its economy and hoped to enhance the cooperation with China in four aspects: firstly, expand more

Minister Welcomes Developments at IWC 62

CANBERRA, Australia, June 23 - The Australian Federal Minister of Environment and Heritage issued the following news release: Environment Protection Minister Peter Garrett today welcomed developments in the International Whaling Commission meeting in Morocco to abandon a compromise plan that would have seen the end of the moratorium on commercial whaling. "Lifting the moratorium on commercial whaling would have been a serious and retrograde step. That is why Australia has fought so hard ag more

Montgomery County's Leading Role in Greening the Economy Showcased at NACo Conference

ROCKVILLE, Md., June 24 -- Montgomery County issued the following news release: Montgomery County's progressive initiatives and programs to green the local economy were recognized by the National Association of Counties (NACo) at its Green Economy conference held June 17-18 at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, Illinois. Montgomery County Department of Economic Development Director Steve Silverman was invited to participate in the County Forum, designed to help counties around the nation more

Multi-National Submarines Participate in RIMPAC 2010

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following news by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ronald Gutridge, COMSUBPAC Public Affairs: The Republic of Korea Submarine (ROKS) Lee Eokgi (SS 071) arrived here in early June, and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) submarine Mochishio (SS 600) arrived Monday at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to participate in the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise that began yesterday and continues through Aug. 1. These two su more

Myth v. Reality

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee issued the following news release: Ahead of the Thursday, June 24, mark-up of this critical cybersecurity bill, Senators Joe Lieberman, ID-Conn., Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Susan Collins, R-Me., its Ranking Member, have issued the following fact sheet describing the intent and impact of their bipartisan legislation. This document also addr more

National Guard Bureau Aims High With Milwaukee Launch of High-Tech Recruiting Effort

MADISON, Wis., June 24 -- The Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs issued the following news by Senior Airman Ryan Kuntze: Expectations are sky-high for the National Guard Bureau's new interactive recruiting program which the Wisconsin Air National Guard will launch at Summerfest. The "Rise to the Challenge" tour program offers potential recruits a hands-on taste of the Air Guard through interactive simulations and mission-themed challenge kiosks, according to Master Sgt. Duane Butler more

National Landcare Award Winners Congratulated

CANBERRA, Australia, June 24 - The Australian Parliamentary Secretary to the Federal Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry issued the following news release: The outstanding commitment and hard work of Landcarers and Landcare groups from around Australia was celebrated tonight at the 2010 National Landcare Awards in Canberra. Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Tony Burke announced the winners of four awards sponsored by the Gillard Government and commended the Land more

National Landcare Award Winners Congratulated

CANBERRA, Australia, June 24 - The Australian Federal Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Conservation issued the following news release: The outstanding commitment and hard work of Landcarers and Landcare groups from around Australia was celebrated tonight at the 2010 National Landcare Awards in Canberra. Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Tony Burke announced the winners of four awards sponsored by the Gillard Government and commended the Landcare community for 20 years of more

New Bill to Enhance Security at Defence Bases

CANBERRA, Australia, June 24 - The Australian Federal Minister for Defence issued the following news release: Minister for Defence Senator John Faulkner today introduced a Bill to make Australian military bases more secure. The Bill was developed following a Defence review of its protective security arrangements, after the August 2009 arrest of a number of people allegedly planning an attack against Holsworthy Army Base. "This Bill would strengthen the Department of Defence's ability t more

New College Readies Several New Academic Programs

TEMPE, Ariz., June 23 -- Arizona State University issued the following news release: Students wishing to study topics ranging from environmental science to documentaries to organizational dynamics, and more, can pursue their interests through several bachelor's degree programs and concentrations to be unveiled during the coming academic year by Arizona State University's New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. New College, the core college on ASU's West campus, has aggressive g more

New Funding for Local Infrastructure Improvements Announced

LANSING, Mich., June 24 -- The Michigan Natural Resources and Environment issued the following news release: The Department of Natural Resources and Environment announced five new loan commitments today from the revolving fund programs to aid communities throughout Michigan in making needed infrastructure improvements. The Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) provides low-interest financing for local units of government to make needed improvements to wastewater collection and treatment f more

New Laboratory to Improve Monitoring of Hazardous Waste in Key West African Port

GENEVA, June 24 -- The United Nations Environmental Programme issued the following news release: In a bid to protect the coastal environment of West Africa from hazardous waste, a modern laboratory has been set in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, to improve the port's waste monitoring standards. The laboratory, which has been formally handed over to the Cote d'Ivoire Ministry of Environment, is equipped to test for hazardous waste from ships entering the West African port.,The laboratory will prov more

Non-Lethal Whale Research Reaps Rewards

CANBERRA, Australia, June 23 - The Australian Federal Minister of Environment and Heritage issued the following news release: Australian Minister for Environment Protection Peter Garrett and New Zealand Foreign Minister Murray McCully today released the preliminary results from a six-week joint Australian-New Zealand Antarctic Whale Expedition to the Southern Ocean earlier this year. Unveiling the preliminary report at the International Whaling Commission meeting in Agadir, Minister Garret more

Nova Southeastern University Hosts Teacher Career Development Day with Free School Supplies - Sat. June 26

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 24 -- Nova Southeastern University issued the following news release: As one of America's largest schools of education for more than 40 years, Nova Southeastern University's (NSU) Fischler School of Education is a powerful resource for teachers seeking guidance in a changing academic world. On Saturday, June 26 the community is invited to join Fischler School faculty and advisors, who will host a Teacher Career Development Day from 8:30 a.m. to noon. The morn more

NRC Seeks Public Comment on Environmental Report for Proposed Uranium Plant in N.C.; Meetings July 22

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued the following news release: The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is seeking public comment on a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for a laser-based uranium enrichment plant proposed to be built in Wilmington, N.C., by General Electric-Hitachi (GEH). The draft EIS analyzes potential impacts of construction, operation and decommissioning of the proposed facility. It includes the NRC staff's preliminary conclusion that the more

NUI Galway Launch New Intergenerational Community Learning Model

GALWAY, Ireland, June 23 -- National University of Ireland Galway issued the following news release: NUI Galway, in collaboration with St Vincent de Paul, Croi na Gaillimhe Resource Centre and Galway Community College, yesterday (Tuesday, 22 June) launched a new community model of Intergenerational Learning, adapting the University's current Living Scenes Intergenerational Programme, which has been operating in Irish Secondary Schools for the last ten years. The current school-based model more

NY Senate Passes Anti-Bullying and Harassment Bill to Protect Students; Lambda Legal Urges Governor to Sign Bill Into Law

NEW YORK, June 23 -- Lambda Legal issued the following news release: Yesterday, the New York Senate passed the "Dignity For All Students Act" that would clearly prohibit all bias-based bullying, including harassment and discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, in the state's public schools. This bipartisan vote of 58-3 came after the bill had already passed in the House on May 17. In response, Lambda Legal released the following statement from Hayley Goren more

OAS Assistant Secretary General: 'We Should Do Policy Making with the People and Not Just for the People'

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Organization of American States issued the following news release: The Assistant Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), Albert Ramdin, inaugurated yesterday the "Seminar: Mechanisms for the Participation of Indigenous Peoples in the OAS," which took place at the Organization's headquarters in Washington, DC. In his speech, Ramdin urged participants to present recommendations to improve the work of engaging with the institution. Greeting t more

OC Offers Ipad to Students

OKLAHOMA CITY, June 23 -- Oklahoma Christian University issued the following news release: The newest mobile device from Apple is now available to students at Oklahoma Christian University. Fulltime undergraduate students already receive a MacBook laptop and their choice of an iPhone or iPod touch. As an alternative to the latter devices, undergraduate students can now choose to pay an upgrade cost and receive an iPad. According to Oklahoma Christian staff and faculty, the device offers st more

Ohio EPA Meeting to Focus on Wetlands Impacts from Proposed Total Waste Logistics Landfill Expansion

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 24 -- The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: The potential impact to wetlands from a proposed landfill expansion in Columbiana County will be the focus of a July 8, 2010, Ohio EPA public meeting. The information session and public hearing will begin at 6 p.m. at the Negley Fire Department, 50683 Richardson Street, Negley. The meeting will be an opportunity for citizens to ask questions and submit comments concerning an isolated wetl more

Oriental Fruit Fly Detected in North Highlands Area of Sacramento County

SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 24 -- The California Department of Food and Agriculture issued the following news release: The California Department of Food and Agriculture is preparing for a treatment program for the Oriental fruit fly in the North Highlands area of Sacramento County. A mated female Oriental fruit fly was detected recently in the North Highlands community, in a trap routinely operated by the Sacramento County Agricultural Commissioner's Office. The treatment program will be ca more

PACCAR Center for Applied Science Earns Gold for 'Green' Building Design

SPOKANE, Wash., June 24 -- Gonzaga University issued the following news release: The three-story, $8.5 million PACCAR Center for Applied Science at Gonzaga University, dedicated in 2008 for Gonzaga's School for Engineering and Applied Science as the University's first "green" building, has received the prestigious "Gold" certification from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system. Only the platinum ranking is a higher recognition in the LEED rating system, whi more

Panzeca Receives Mission Award

CINCINNATI, June 23 -- The College of Mount St. Joseph issued the following news release: The College of Mount St. Joseph presented the 2010 Elizabeth Seton Mission Award to Linda Panzeca, director of human resource at the College. The Seton Mission Award recognizes an outstanding staff member who creates an environment that supports the mission of the College, is sensitive to the needs of others, and who gives evidence of service to students. For over 30 years, Panzeca has exemplified the more

Philadelphia Recycling Rewards Kicks Off Today with More Rewards for Philly Recyclers

PHILADELPHIA, June 23 -- The office of the Philadelphia Mayor issued the following news release: Today Mayor Michael A. Nutter officially marked the launch of Philadelphia Recycling Rewards in the Northeast section of Philadelphia. Philadelphia Recycling Rewards - a partnership between the City of Philadelphia, the Streets Department and RecycleBank - allows residents with City-provided recycling collection to earn points for the amount they recycle. "Today is our fifth rollout of the Phil more

Plant a Wish Tour Visits UD, Early Learning Center

DOVER, Del., June 23 -- The University of Delaware issued the following news by Jerry Rhodes: Sara Tekula and Joe Imhoff hope that their project to plant native trees nationwide -- Plant a Wish -- will inspire people to rediscover and restore native habitats across America. The husband and wife team from Maui, Hawaii, brought their self-described shovel-and-camera presentation to the University of Delaware on Wednesday, June 16, much to the delight of a large group of enthusiastic youngste more

Police Chief Dennis Burns Appointed as Interim Fire Chief

PALO ALTO, Calif., June 24 -- The city of Palo Alto issued the following news release: Palo Alto City Manager James Keene announced that Police Chief Dennis Burns will serve as Interim Fire Chief along with his duties as Police Chief until a replacement for retiring Fire Chief Nick Marinaro is hired. Burns will officially take the helm of the Fire department, in addition to his Police department responsibilities, on July 1, 2010. Burns, who is paid $178,568 as Police Chief, will be paid $199, more

Portsmouth Pupils 'Graduate' in Finale to Universities Week

PORTSMOUTH, England, June 23 -- The University of Portsmouth issued the following news release: Eighty five local school children "graduated" from the University of Portsmouth on Friday in a ceremony which marked the final day of the country's first-ever Universities Week. Following a full day of taster lectures, tours and workshops, the 11-year-olds from Padnell Junior School, dressed in academic gowns and hats, received their graduation certificates in a special ceremony on the steps of more

President Calderon Monitors Oil Spill

MEXICO CITY, June 24 - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Mexico issued the following news by Suzanne Stephens Waller: The Presidency reports that President Felipe Calderon has closely monitored the development of the oil spill on the American side of the Gulf of Mexico, reported as a result of the explosion and sinking of British Petroleum's Deepwater Horizon rig on April 20. Earlier today, during his working tour of the state of Veracruz, the Mexican president supervised the work and me more

Public Invited to Comment on City's 2010-2014 Consolidated Plan

GREENSBORO, N.C., June 23 -- The city of Greensboro issued the following news release: The City of Greensboro is hosting two open house meetings to present and hear comments on its draft 2010-2014 Consolidated Plan: A Plan for A Resilient Community for Housing and Community Development Activities. The meetings are from 12:30-2 pm and from 4:30-6 pm Tuesday, June 29, in Elm Street Center's Regency Room, 203 S. Elm St. The 2010-2015 Consolidated Plan will help guide Greensboro's housing and more

Public School Capital Construction Assistance Board Announces Next Meetings

DENVER, June 24 -- The Colorado Department of Education issued the following news release: The next meetings of the Public School Capital Construction Assistance Board are scheduled for Monday, June 28, Tuesday, June 29 and Wednesday, June 30 in Denver. *The Monday, June 28 and Tuesday, June 29 meetings will be held from 8:30 to 5 p.m. at the PPA Event Center, 2105 Decatur St., in Denver. The meeting on Wednesday, June 30 will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Colorado Department of more

Rapidly Improving Exeter Primary Where Pupils are Eager to Learn

EXETER, England, June 23 -- The Devon County Council issued the following news release: AN EXETER primary school has been praised for its rapid improvements and rising standards under a dynamic new leadership team. Education inspectors from the school standards agency, Ofsted, say Pinhoe Church of England Primary provides a happy, vibrant, interesting and caring environment for its 371 pupils. "Pupils are happy, confident, polite and enthusiastic learners who enjoy school and feel part more

Reflective Room at the Manchester Museum

MANCHESTER, England, June 24 -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: It was chosen as the winning design in a competition between 5th year Architecture students from the Prototype and Re_Map studio units at the Manchester School of Architecture (msa). The Courtyard Project invited the students to design an environment within the Courtyard space outside The Manchester Museum's entrance to align with the summer programme and exhibitions and to form part of the prep more

Registration Now Available for Free Webcast on Scenario Planning for Research Libraries

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Association of Research Libraries issued the following news release: The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) is hosting a webcast on "Envisioning the Future of Research Libraries: ARL's Scenario Development Project" on July 19, 2010, from 1:00-2:00 PM EDT. Research libraries are constantly thinking about and planning for the future. ARL is working to support and advance these activities by developing a new toolset for libraries through its project, "Envisioni more

Research to Help Bring Honeybees Back from the Brink

BATH, England, June 24 -- The University of Bath issued the following news release: Researchers from the University of Bath are collaborating on a (POUND)1 million project to reduce the impact of disease on honeybees. The work, led by the Food & Environment Research Agency (http://www.fera.defra.gov.uk/) (Fera), will look at 20 years worth of data collected by Fera's National Bee Unit (NBU) on the damaging disease European Foulbrood (EFB) to build a model of how this and other honeybee dis more

Researchers Study Value of Chicken Litter in Cotton Production

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service issued the following news release: Chicken litter is much more valuable as a fertilizer than previously thought, according to an Agricultural Research Service (ARS) study showing its newfound advantages over conventional fertilizers. Litter is a mixture of chicken manure and sawdust or other bedding material. Some cotton farmers in the Mississippi area are switching to chicken litter and away from more

River Raisin Heritage Trail to be Dedicated Tomorrow at 3 P.M.

MONROE, Mich., June 24 -- Monroe County Community College issued the following news release: Following a decade's worth of work by a broad spectrum of community organizations, the River Raisin Heritage Trail will be officially dedicated tomorrow at 3 p.m. at a ceremony on the corner of E. Elm and Detroit avenues. That location is where the greenways path connects the City of Monroe to the River Raisin National Battlefield Park and Sterling State Park, one of the busiest in Michigan. The tr more

Salute to the USA

AVON, Colo., June 24 -- The town of Avon issued the following news release: The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa has once again signed on as title sponsor for the 24th anniversary of Salute to the USA, which will be held in Harry A. Nottingham Park on Saturday, July 3rd, 2010. The annual Independence Day celebration will begin at 5:00 p.m. with music, food vendors, and a beer garden. A great big FREE Family Zone will offer families carnival games, inflatable jumping toys, face painting, clowns more

School Custodian of the Year Honored

MONTPELIER, Vt., June 24 -- The Vermont Department of Education issued the following news release: One very special long-time school custodian was chosen recently by the Vermont Department of Education and Vermont School Custodians and Maintenance Association (VSCMA) as Vermont's School Custodian of the Year. The 2010 Vermont School Custodian of the Year is Doris "Jean" Brooks, custodian at the Jamaica Village School. Brooks was recognized at the 53rd Annual School Custodians and Maintenan more

Scottish Food and Drink Brand Sales Rise

EDINBURGH, Scotland, June 24 -- The Scottish government issued the following news release: Retail sales of Scottish food and drink brands across Scotland, England and Wales have increased by a massive 30 per cent during the past three years, increasing the value of sales by (Pound)425 million. In Scotland, sales of Scottish food and drink brands increased 22 per cent over the same period (May 2007 - May 2010), demonstrating Scotland's strength as a food and drink retailer in a highly comp more

Secretary-General's Opening Remarks at Press Conference for Global Compact Leaders Summit

NEW YORK, June 24 -- The United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon issued the text of the following speech: Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Foster of Accenture. Mr. Gulabchand of Hindustan Construction. Mr. Polman of Unilever. And Ms. Labelle of Transparency International. Thank you, all, for joining me at this press conference. It has been a pleasure to welcome Mayor Bloomberg and more than 1200 leaders to this Summit - our third and biggest such gathering. Some of the world's la more

Senate Passes Dorgan Tribal Law and Order Bill to Curb Reservation Violence

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The office of Sen. Byron Dorgan, D-N.D., issued the following news release: Yesterday, the United States Senate passed the Tribal Law and Order Act of 2010, a bill authored by U.S. Senator Byron Dorgan (D-ND), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs in response to what he describes as the "crisis" in law enforcement on many Indian reservations. Dorgan introduced the Tribal Law and Order Act in April 2009 to address the disturbingly high crimes rates in Ind more

Sharapova Heads to Belarus to Visit Youth

NEW YORK, June 24 -- United Nations Development Programme issued the following news release: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Goodwill Ambassador Maria Sharapova will head from the 2010 Wimbledon tournament, to Belarus to visit an area affected by the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster. The tennis star plans to travel to the Gomel region where her charitable foundation has helped fund a number of UNDP youth-focused projects. The UNDP projects provide new opportunities for young peo more

Simmons Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following news release: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Simmons drop-side cribs Units: About 50,000 Manufacturer more

SK Leaders Thank PGMA

MANILA, Philippines, June 24 -- The Republic of the Philippines issued the following news release: Four very articulate leaders of the Sangguniang Kabataan, or the youth councils, all over the country took turns in praising and thanking President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo for her full support to their needs and concerns and for championing the cause of education and environment for future generations of Filipinos. In their separate speeches, Jane Censoria D. Cajes, president of the Sangguni more

Smithsonian Magazine Looks Ahead 40 Years with Exclusive Contributions from President Barack Obama, James Cameron, Melinda Gates and Others

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release: On the newsstand July 6 and online June 28, Smithsonian's 40th-anniversary July/August issue--"40 Things You Need to Know About the Next 40 Years"--breaks new ground with contributions from President Barack Obama ("Why I'm Optimistic"), entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson, philanthropist Melinda French Gates, director James Cameron, comedian George Lopez and others. Smithsonian teamed up with the Pew Research C more

Smithsonian Magazine/Pew Research Poll About the Future Finds Widespread Optimism Despite Worries

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release: In a new national opinion survey about the next 40 years conducted by Smithsonian magazine and The Pew Research Center, most Americans said technology and science will provide solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges: 53 percent believed most of our energy will come from sources other than coal, oil and gas; the same percentage said there will be computers that can carry on a conversation just l more

State Issues Emergency Suspension of Family Day Care Home in Enterprise

TOPEKA, Kan., June 24 -- The Kansas Department of Health and Environment issued the following news release: The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued an Emergency Order of Suspension against Munchkin Manor Day Care Home, a licensed family day care home operated by Kimberly R. Riffel located at 2154 Moon Road, Enterprise. State law allows the Secretary of KDHE to issue such an order when, in the opinion of the Secretary, the order is necessary to protect children in more

State Scientists Collecting Fish and Shellfish Samples in Preparation for Any Potential Effects from

RALEIGH, N.C., June 24 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources issued the following news release: State fisheries scientists are collecting samples of fish and shellfish to use for baseline background comparisons for seafood harvested in North Carolina if contaminants from the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico reach North Carolina waters. "We still believe there is a very low probability that our state will see any significant effects from the oil spill, but jus more

State Scientists Collecting Fish and Shellfish Samples in Preparation for Any Potential Effects from Gulf Oil Spill

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C., June 24 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Marine Fisheries issued the following news release: State fisheries scientists are collecting samples of fish and shellfish to use for baseline background comparisons for seafood harvested in North Carolina if contaminants from the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico reach North Carolina waters. "We still believe there is a very low probability that our state will see any significant more

Students from South Thames College to Spend Summer Getting Head Start in Business

LONDON, June 24 -- South Thames College issued the following news release: Young people from South Thames College encompassing Merton and Wandsworth, will take their first steps onto the career ladder this summer as they don business suits and forgo their holidays to undertake six week internships. London Borough of Merton, CIPD, Freshfield, Greenshaw High School, Lloyds TSB and Chartis Insurance are amongst the local and regional businesses giving students on the South Thames Career Acade more

Summer Environmental Education Program at Keney Park, Hartford

HARTFORD, Conn., June 24 -- The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release: The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today joined the Hartford Health & Human Services Department and Friends of Keney Park to kick off Connecticut DEP's Environmental Justice 2010 summer program for approximately thirty Hartford youth ages 12-17. The summer program, from June 21 through August 13, emphasizes environmental education and introduces pa more

Taiwanese Couple Sentenced to Prison for Illegally Trading Protected Black Coral

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: Two Taiwanese nationals were sentenced to prison today in federal court in the U.S. Virgin Islands for conspiracy to ship internationally protected black coral into the United States in violation of federal wildlife statutes, the Department of Justice announced. Ivan Chu of Taipei, Taiwan, was sentenced to serve 30 months in prison and pay a $12,500 fine. Gloria Chu also of Taipei was sentenced to serv more

Task Force on Space Industry Workforce and Economic Development Launches Interactive Web Site

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce issued the following news release: The Task Force on Space Industry Workforce and Economic Development today launched an interactive Web site to encourage public comment on ways to promote economic growth and sustainability in the Space Coast region as it adapts to changes in America's space program. The site offers valuable information about the work the Obama administration is doing to create jobs in the region by fostering a more suppo more

Task Force on Space Industry Workforce and Economic Development Launches Interactive Web Site

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration issued the following news release: The Task Force on Space Industry Workforce and Economic Development today launched an interactive Web site to encourage public comment on ways to promote economic growth and sustainability in the Space Coast region as it adapts to changes in America's space program. The site offers valuable information about the work the Obama administration is doing to create jobs i more

Technology Developed in Dundee Sees School Scoop National Award

NETHERGATE, Scotland, June 24 -- The University of Dundee issued the following news release: Capability Scotland's Corseford School has received a national award for their involvement in a groundbreaking technology project developed by the Universities of Dundee and Aberdeen. Corseford, a school for children with complex support needs, rounded off an excellent year by becoming the only Scottish school to take home a national award at this year's Times Education Awards. Competing against more

The Fitzgerald is Baltimore's Fastest-Leasing Apartment Community

BALTIMORE, June 24 -- The University of Baltimore issued the following news release: The Bozzuto Group--developer of the Fitzgerald, a major public-private development on the University of Baltimore campus that will bring retail space, 275 market-rate apartments and a new 1,245-space parking garage to a previously undeveloped parcel near the center of the growing urban campus--has announced that residences are being reserved at the complex faster than at any other community in the greater Bal more

The Government of Canada Invests in Gros Morne Institute for Sustainable Tourism

ONTARIO, Canada, June 24 - The government of Canada issued the following news release: The Government of Canada, through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) and Parks Canada, is making a significant investment in the Gros Morne Institute for Sustainable Tourism (GMIST) to help the leading-edge experiential tourism institute enhance the content and delivery of its curriculum. The Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of National Revenue, Minister of ACOA and Minister for the Atlanti more

The Hill Congress Blog: Lift the ban, Mr. President (Rep. Doug Lamborn)

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Doug Lamborn, R-Colo. (5th CD), issued the following op-ed: Click here to view the story on TheHill.com (http://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/energy-a-environment/105265-lift-the-ban-mr-president-let-the-people-get-back-to-work-rep-doug-lamborn) Lift the ban, Mr. President (Rep. Doug Lamborn) This week a federal judge backed up what I, and many others, have been saying about the Obama Moratorium on deepwater drilling -- it was a knee-jerk reaction not based more

The Road to College Starts Here: Camp Inspires Homeless Kids

DALLAS, Texas, June 24 -- The University of Texas at Dallas issued the following news release: It was a megawatt event. The smiles on the faces of the children, parents, UT Dallas representatives and Rainbow Days staff were as bright as the multicolored graduation regalia worn by the graduates of Kids University on June 10. The University hosted the four-day camp to give about 125 children from local homeless shelters the chance to experience a college environment. Activities were d more

The U.S. House Passes the DISCLOSE Bill; Congressional Anti-Foreign Rhetoric Continues to Target Significant U.S. Employers

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Organization for International Investment issued the following news release: Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed the "DISCLOSE Act" (H.R. 5175) by a vote of 219-206. The bill and the ensuing debate over concerns regarding foreign influence on U.S. elections raised by the Supreme Court decision in Citizen's United v. Federal Election Commission has created a troubling environment for the U.S. operations of companies headquartered abroad. "While we appre more

Togethergreen Supports Launch of Tatzoo, The Endangered Species Challenge

NEW YORK, June 24 -- The National Audubon Society issued the following news release: What do tattoos and saving endangered species have in common? An innovative project called Tatzoo, launched today, aims to combine these seemingly disparate interests to address declines in biodiversity in California. Tatzoo, supported by TogetherGreen, hopes to strengthen the biodiversity conservation movement by recruiting young leaders who will launch creative projects to help save local endangered spec more

Training Programme for Immigration Officials Concludes

NEW DELHI, India, June 24 - The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Tourism: The secretary Ministry of Tourism Shri Sujit Banerjee has called upon the Immigration officials to maintain highest standards of courtesy and warmth while receiving visitors at the airports. Speaking at the concluding ceremony of the 2nd 10 - day training programme for the Immigration Officials in New Delhi today he said,being the first point of interaction for the tourists , more

Turner Introduces Bill to Help Combat Domestic Violence

TRENTON, N.J., June 24 -- The New Jersey Senate Democrats issued the following news release: Looking to address the root of the problem and curb recidivism rates, Senator Shirley K. Turner (D-Mercer) today introduced legislation that would require mandatory counseling for individuals convicted of or placed on probation for a domestic violence offense. "Many people involved in domestic violence incidents come from an environment where the issues that prompt this behavior simply aren't discu more

Two Hawaiian Damselfly Species Now Listed as Endangered

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service issued the following news release: Two species of rare Hawaiian damselflies were designated as endangered species today by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The final rule published in today's Federal Register adds the flying earwig Hawaiian damselfly and the Pacific Hawaiian damselfly, found only in Hawai'i, to the federal list of threatened and endangered species. Damselflies and dragonflies are more

Tyler Amon Named 'Top Cop' for EPA's Criminal Enforcement Program in the Northwest and Alaska

SEATTLE, June 24 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: Tyler Amon, a 15-year veteran of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Criminal Enforcement, has been selected as the new Special Agent-in-Charge (SAC) of its Area Office in Seattle. He will supervise all environmental crimes investigations throughout EPA Region 10, encompassing Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Amon joined EPA's Office of Criminal Enforcement in 1995. Immediatel more

U.S. Senate Passes Tribal Law and Order Act

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The office of Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., issued the following news release: Thune Applauds Measure That Seeks to Address Reservation Crime Problems Senator John Thune today applauded the U.S. Senate's passage of the Tribal Law and Order Act (S. 797) yesterday by unanimous consent. The Tribal Law and Order Act provides for the appointment of special U.S. Attorneys who can ensure that violent crimes on reservations are prosecuted, improves the training programs for rese more

U.S. Senators Lautenberg and Menendez Announce More than $10 Million for Lower Township Water System Improvements

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The office of Sen. Frank R. Lautenberg, D-N.J., issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Frank R. Lautenberg (D-NJ) and Robert Menendez (D-NJ) today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded over $10,000,000 in loan and grant funding to the Lower Township Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA). To date, USDA has announced $2.67 billion in Recovery Act funds for water and environmental projects in local communities across more

UD's Warthog Among Top Competitors in National Event

DOVER, Del., June 23 -- The University of Delaware issued the following news by Adam Thomas: A team of University of Delaware graduate and undergraduate students traveled with their robot Warthog to Detroit from June 4-7 to compete in the 18th annual Intelligent Ground Vehicle Competition (IGVC). Three years after its first entry garnered "rookie of the year" honors, Warthog is now a top competitor. An international field of 58 teams from schools such as Olin College of Engineering, the U. more

United Utilities is Stepping Up Its Drought Action Plan

WARRINGTON, England, June 24 -- United Utilities issued the following news release: With no rain in sight and reservoir levels continuing to fall, the company may soon need access to more of the North West's water resources and this week it will apply to the Environment Agency for a drought permit. The drought permit relates to Ennerdale Water in West Cumbria and, if granted, it will allow the company to continue to take water from the lake as it reaches lower levels. It will also ensure t more

USS Typhoon and Lebanese Sailors Share Techniques

MANAMA, Bahrain, June 24 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following news by : Sailors aboard costal patrol ship USS Typhoon (PC 5) played host to commissioned officers from the Lebanese navy June 14-18, while conducting Maritime Security Operations in the Arabian Gulf. Lebanese officers were aboard Typhoon to participate in various professional exchanges and hands-on training on shipboard operations. "Understanding the history behind regional conflicts, respecting religious beliefs, and havi more

Vice President Presents IAYP (India) Gold Awards

NEW DELHI, India, June 24 - The government of India issued the following news release from the Vice President's Secretariat: The Vice President of India Shri M. Hamid Ansari presented the International Awards for Young People (IAYP) - India Gold Awards to the young awardees at a function here today. He presented 44 Gold Awards in 4 categories i.e Service, Adventurous Journey, Skills and Physical Recreation. The young awardees include 8 from East Zone, 11 from West Zone, 13 from North Zone an more

Water Company Awards Nearly $20,000 for Environmental Projects

LEXINGTON, Ky., June 24 -- The city of Lexington issued the following news release: Kentucky American Water has awarded nearly $20,000 to two Fayette County organizations through the 2010 American Water Environmental Grant Program. The Friends of Raven Run and the Hamburg Homeowners Association were each recognized as grant recipients today during a presentation hosted by Kentucky American Water at McConnell Springs in Lexington. The Friends of Raven Run received a $10,000 grant to fund a more

Wiggins Students Get a Taste of College

FORT MORGAN, Colo., June 24 -- Morgan Community College issued the following news release: There were no complaints of summer boredom for the Wiggins School advanced learners who participated in an MCC College for Kids summer enrichment program June 15-17. Every day from 9:00-3:00, the fourth through seventh grade students stretched their academic and creative muscles at MCC in Mad Science 101, Creative Writing through Poetry, and Multimedia Boot Camp Goes Green. Coordinated by Wiggins Sch more

Work Needed to Strengthen Mississippi Polices and Laws Dealing with Teacher Sexual Misconduct Against Children

JACKSON, Miss., June 24 -- The Mississippi Department of Education issued the following news release: In order for a child to achieve academic success, administrators and teachers must provide a safe environment for learning. Today, the Mississippi Board of Education (MBE) and State Superintendent Dr. Tom Burnham took a bold step forward in making children safer in schools. The proposal presented outlined a plan to conduct a complete review of current Board policies and state statutes that ad more

Works by Two MCCC Faculty Members Selected for NJ State Museum Exhibit

WEST WINDSOR, N.J., June 24 -- Mercer County Community College issued the following news release: "Reality and Artifice," a contemporary juried art exhibit on display through October 31 at the New Jersey State Museum, features works by two MCCC faculty members, Lucas Kelly, assistant professor of Fine Art, and Sarah Sweeney, assistant professor of Digital Media Arts. According to curator Margaret O'Reilly, the show explores art that questions reality and reflects the strength of New Jersey more

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