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State Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday June 23, 2019 ( 241 items )  
A&E Orders Ambitious Live Daredevil Series 'The Impossible Live'
NEW YORK, June 21 -- A&E Television Networks issued the following news release: A&E Network has partnered with Essential Media Group, part of the KEW Media Group, to produce the most ambitious live stunt series ever attempted, "The Impossible Live" (working title). In addition to this ten-hour series order, A&E and Essential have also been partnering with world-renowned daredevil Bello Nock and his company Opportunity Nocks, Inc. to create "Volcano Walk Live" (working title), a live special sho  more
A&E's Emmy Award-Winning Series 'Intervention' Returns for a Special New Season Premiering August 6 at 9P
NEW YORK, June 20 -- A&E Television Networks issued the following news release: * * * - Six One-Hour Consecutive Episodes Follow Stories of Addicts and Their Families Seeking Help in One of the Hardest Hit Epicenters of the Opioid Epidemic--Philadelphia's 'Heroin Hub' * * * A&E Network will premiere a special new season of the Emmy(R) Award-winning series, "Intervention" combating the ever-growing drug epidemic in various cities and neighborhoods in Philadelphia. Over the course of six conse  more
Accenture: Half of Banks Globally Are Making Advancements in Digital Transformation
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Only 12% of Banks Globally Are Fully Committed to Digital Transformation; Report Recommends That Banks Pursue Digital Leadership to Drive Superior Financial Performance * * * NEW YORK, LONDON, HONG KONG - The US$1 trillion that traditional retail and commercial banks have invested globally over the past three years to transform their IT operations has not yet delivered the antic  more
Advances in Corning Laser Technologies' NanoPerforation Improve 3D Glass Processing
CORNING, New York, June 20 -- Corning, a manufacturer of glass, ceramics and related materials, issued the following news release: Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW) announced today it has enhanced its unique nanoPerforation glass cutting technology to better suit 3D cutting applications. New capabilities developed by Corning Laser Technologies (CLT) will help designers better address the worldwide trend toward utilizing curved glass surfaces in various industries, including consumer mobile devi  more
Akin Gump Recognized in Two Categories at The Deal Awards
NEW YORK, June 21 -- Akin Gump Strauss Hauer and Feld, a law firm, issued the following news release: Akin Gump is pleased to announce that two deals on which it advised were honored at The Deal Awards. In the Activist Campaign of the Year category, recognizing the most influential and/or transformational activist campaign or company defense, Akin Gump was noted for serving as outside counsel to Papa John's International Inc. as the company entered into a securities purchase agreement with Sta  more
ALM: Introducing GlobeSt. Adapt - Opportunity Zones, a New National Conference for Commercial Real Estate Professionals
NEW YORK, June 20 -- ALM, an information and intelligence company, issued the following news release: * * * - GlobeSt. Adapt: Opportunity Zones, an event set in Baltimore, MD, on September 16-17 * * * GlobeSt. Adapt: Opportunity Zones, a new conference that explores the investment, development and redevelopment opportunities in qualified opportunity zones and the positive impact it has within those communities will take place at the Sagamore Pendry Baltimore in Baltimore, MD on September 16-  more
ALM: Introducing GlobeSt.ELITE Women of Influence Conference for Commercial Real Estate
NEW YORK, June 19 -- ALM, an information and intelligence company, issued the following news release: * * * - Women of Influence event set in Broomfield, CO, on July 10-11 * * * The inaugural GlobeSt.ELITE Women of Influence Conference, which celebrates the women who drive the commercial real estate industry forward, will gather at the Omni Interlocken Hotel in Broomfield, CO on July 10-11. Owners, investors, developers, lenders, brokers, and service providers will gather to discuss the cri  more
Amit Zavery Appointed to Broadridge Board of Directors
NEW YORK, June 21 -- Broadridge Financial Solutions, a provider of investor communications and technology-driven solutions to banks, broker-dealers, asset managers and corporate issuers, issued the following news release: Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR), a global Fintech leader and part of the S&P 500(R) Index, is pleased to announce the appointment of Amit Zavery as an independent member of its Board of Directors, effective June 21, 2019. Following his appointment, Broadridge's   more
Andrea Weiss Named Stuart Z. Katz Professor in the Humanities and the Arts
NEW YORK, June 18 -- City College of New York issued the following news: Media and Communication Arts professor Andrea Weiss has been named the 2019-20 Stuart Z. Katz Professor in the Humanities and the Arts, Dean Erec Koch announced in May. Weiss is an internationally renowned scholar and documentary filmmaker whose monographs include Vampires and Violets: Lesbians in the Cinema (1993), In the Shadow of the Magic Mountain (2008), and Paris Was a Woman: Portraits from the Left Bank (2013). Her  more
Andrew Herreria Joins CBS Global Distribution Group as Senior Vice President, Human Resources
NEW YORK, June 18 -- CBS, a commercial broadcasting, publishing and television production company, issued the following news release: Andrew Herreria has been named Senior Vice President, Human Resources, CBS Global Distribution Group, it was announced today by Laurie Rosenfield, Chief People Officer, CBS Corporation, and Armando Nunez, President and Chief Executive Officer, CBS Global Distribution Group and Chief Content Licensing Officer, CBS Corporation. Herreria is based in Los Angeles and   more
Arizona Democratic Party: McSally-GOP Health Care Agenda Spells Disaster for Arizona Families
PHOENIX, Arizona, June 17 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * - Republicans' only "plan" is their ongoing legal fight to fully dismantle federal protections for 2.8 million Arizonans with pre-existing conditions * * * As U.S. Sen. Martha McSally votes to confirm anti-health care judges and doubles down on her record of voting to increase health care costs, President Donald Trump is ensuring that Republicans' lawsuit to gut coverage protections for 2.8 mil  more
Arrival of New Partner Pejman Razavilar Reinforces McDermott's Position as a Destination for Corporate Real Estate
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 18 -- McDermott Will and Emery, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - Firm Enhances Offerings at the Intersection of Real Estate and Private Equity * * * McDermott Will & Emery is pleased to announce that Pejman ("Pej") Razavilar has joined the Firm as a partner in the Real Estate practice and will be based in New York. Pej adds substantial experience in the area of real estate private equity and helps reinforce McDermott's position as a destination f  more
Assembly Passes Farm Laborers Fair Labor Practices Act
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Leading the fight to strengthen labor protections for farmworkers, Speaker Carl Heastie, Assemblymember Catherine Nolan and Labor Committee Chair Marcos Crespo today announced the Assembly has passed the Farm Laborers Fair Labor Practices Act (A.8419, Nolan). The Assembly Majority has worked for more than two decades to ensure farmworkers are not subject to unfair labor practices. The measure grants coll  more
Assembly Passes Legislation Ensuring Pregnant Women Receive Information Critical to Their Health & the Health of Their Child
ALBANY, New York, June 20 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblymember Diana Richardson today announced the passage of legislation to expand the availability of educational materials that would provide information on possible complications during pregnancy that have the potential to endanger the life or health of the newborn or mother (A2957-A, Richardson). "Maternal health is an important part of family planning," said Speaker Heast  more
Assembly Passes Legislation Making Childcare Costs a Legitimate Campaign Expense
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal today announced the Assembly has passed legislation that would allow campaign funds to be used for childcare expenses when they are incurred during an election campaign or in the execution of the duties of public office or party position (A.1108-B, Rosenthal). "There are currently 50 women representatives in the New York State Assembly, a record nu  more
Assembly Passes Legislation to Enable Sexual Assault Survivors to Seek Justice
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie, Codes Committee Chair Joseph Lentol and Assemblymember Aravella Simotas today announced the passage of legislation to extend the statute of limitations for rape in the second and third degrees so that victims can seek justice from their attackers (A.8412, Simotas). "This legislation will help ensure that survivors of sexual assault can access the justice system and hold their abuse  more
Assembly Passes Legislation to End the Use of Gay and Trans Panic Defenses
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblymember Daniel O'Donnell today announced the Assembly has passed legislation to end the use of gay and trans panic defenses. Under current law, the use of the "extreme emotional disturbance" defense, in some instances, can be used to reduce a murder charge. With this critical change in law, defendants can no longer seek to reduce a murder charge based on discovery of the v  more
Assembly Passes Legislation to Help Workers Recover Stolen Wages
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal today announced the Assembly has the passed the Securing Wages Earned Against Theft (SWEAT) bill to help employees recoup stolen wages from their employers. This legislation would enable victims to collect their stolen wages by closing loopholes in state law that allow employers to avoid their obligation by hiding or transferring wealth (A.486-B,  more
Assembly Passes Legislation to Reform New York State's Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises Program
ALBANY, New York, June 20 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie, Governmental Operations Committee Chair Michele Titus, and Oversight of Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) Subcommittee Chair Rodneyse Bichotte today announced the passage of legislation to renew and expand New York State's MWBE Program. "With New York's MWBE program set to expire this year, the Assembly Majority is committed to continuing to support minority- and  more
Assembly Passes Sweeping Reforms to Protect New Yorkers From Workplace Harassment
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie, Labor Committee Chair Marcos Crespo, Governmental Operations Chair Michele Titus and Ethics and Guidance Committee Chair Aravella Simotas today announced the Assembly has passed legislation to increase protections against discriminatory harassment in the workplace (A.8421, Simotas). In 2018, the legislature enacted a number of measures to combat sexual harassment in the workplace, i  more
Assurant Partners With Move for Hunger to Reduce Food Waste and Fight Hunger
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Assurant, a risk management solutions provider, issued the following news release: * * * - Company Pledges Up to $25,000 during NAA Apartmentalize 2019 Conference * * * Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a global provider of housing and lifestyle solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases , announced today that it is partnering with Move For Hunger to assist the organization's efforts to reduce food waste and fight hunger nationwide. Assurant's new pa  more
Bankrate: 1 in 3 Will Accrue Credit Card Debt From Summer Childcare Expenses
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Bankrate, a provider of financial services, issued the following news release: * * * - Nearly 1 in 5 will spend more than $2,000 per child * * * One-third of parents (33%) who plan to pay for childcare this summer will accumulate credit card debt from the expenses, according to a new study from Bankrate.com. Click here for more information: http://www.bankrate.com/credit-cards/summer-childcare-survey/ Parents who plan to pay for summer childcare and provided an estimat  more
Barnard College Receives $1M Grant From Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Barnard College issued the following news: Barnard College announced today that The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has funded a $1 million grant to launch the Public Engagement Initiative (PEI), which will unfold over six years and foster 12 long-term collaborations between Barnard faculty members and partner organizations in New York City that focus on three thematic areas: immigration, poverty, and labor rights. "This is an exciting opportunity for Barnard scholars to work   more
BNY Mellon Now Live With Cleared Securities Lending for Clients
NEW YORK, June 18 -- BNY Mellon, a banking and financial services holding company, issued the following news release: BNY Mellon has become the first agent lender to centrally clear a securities lending transaction on behalf of a buy-side client through Eurex Clearing's Lending CCP platform. The trade, which was executed by BNY Mellon on behalf of an insurance company client, originally faced Morgan Stanley as counterparty, and ultimately cleared with Eurex Clearing, a central counterparty (CC  more
Bona's Simpson Awarded $119,373 Research Grant From National Science Foundation
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, June 22 [TNSscienceresearch] -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: Dr. Scott Simpson, assistant professor of chemistry at St. Bonaventure University, has been awarded nearly $120,000 in grant funding for research from the National Science Foundation. The grant, which awards $119,373 to Simpson's research group, is titled, "Collaborative Research: Fundamental Studies on the Environmental Fate of Short-Chain and Emerging Fluorinated Alkyl Sub  more
Broadridge Adds New Private Market Data to Its Distribution Insight Platform for Institutional Asset Managers
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Broadridge Financial Solutions, a provider of investor communications and technology-driven solutions to banks, broker-dealers, asset managers and corporate issuers, issued the following news release: * * * - Broadridge's Offering With Preqin Data Will Provide Global Market Intelligence Clients A Holistic View of Public And Private Global Capital Allocations And Asset Flows * * * Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR), a global Fintech leader and part of the S&P   more
Broadridge Launches Securities Financing Transactions Regulation Change Management Service
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Broadridge Financial Solutions, a provider of investor communications and technology-driven solutions to banks, broker-dealers, asset managers and corporate issuers, issued the following news release: NEW YORK and LONDON - Broadridge Financial Solutions Inc. (NYSE:BR), a global Fintech leader that is part of the S&P 500(R) Index, has announced a change management service to help companies design their target operating models to be compliant with the impending Securities Fin  more
Bronx Borough President Diaz Issues Statement on 'Green Light New York' Legislation
BRONX, New York, June 18 -- Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following statement on 'Green Light New York' legislation: "The passing of legislation to allow undocumented New Yorkers the ability to obtain drivers licenses is an unqualified victory for the people of this state. Not only will this legislation help make our roads safer, it will also help integrate immigrant New Yorkers more strongly within their communities while also providing them with increased economic opportun  more
Brooklyn Borough President Adams Issues Statement on Anti-Arab Graffiti
BROOKLYN, New York, June 17 -- Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams issued the following statement on the reports that someone had spray-painted 'Kill Arabs' at a bus shelter on Nostrand Avenue and Avenue V: "This deplorable and cowardly act is antithetical to the values we hold as Brooklynites. "We cherish tolerance and diversity, and reject bigotry in all its forms. "Our Arab-American brothers and sisters contribute immensely to the diversity of our borough, and I want to say loud and c  more
Brooklyn Borough President Adams Issues Statement on Charter Review Commission's Vote Against Democracy Vouchers
BROOKLYN, New York, June 19 -- Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams issued the following statement on the Charter Review Commission's vote against democracy vouchers: "Part of the reason I chose to appoint Sal Albanese to the Charter Review Commission is because he shares my passion for reforms that put people over money. Democracy vouchers, a reform he has championed, give everyone the opportunity to donate to the candidate of their choosing, and would move us toward fully public financing  more
Brooklyn Borough President Adams Issues Statement on FY 2020 City Budget
BROOKLYN, New York, June 20 -- Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams issued the following statement on the fiscal 2020 city budget: "As my administration more closely reviews the budget that both sides of City Hall have agreed to and adopted, there are some clear victories for Brooklyn that deserve highlighting. I'm pleased that we secured more than $45 million in capital funding for projects across our borough that will be announced in the weeks ahead, as well as about $350,000 in programma  more
Cadwalader Recognized Among Leading Law Firms by the Legal 500 US 2019
NEW YORK, June 21 -- Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft, a financial services law firm, issued the following news release: Cadwalader has been recognized across a broad range of practice areas in the 2019 edition of The Legal 500 US. The firm is nationally ranked in the following practice areas: * Alternative/Hedge Funds * Corporate Investigations and White Collar Criminal Defense * Corporate Investigations and White Collar Criminal Defense: Advice to Individuals * Derivatives and Structured   more
Cadwalader's David Burkholder Discusses Secured Overnight Funding Rate as the New London Inter-Bank Offered Rate as a Panelist at Commercial Real Estate Finance Council's 2019 Annual Conference
NEW YORK, June 17 -- Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft, a financial services law firm, issued the following news release: Cadwalader partner David Burkholder participated in a panel discussion titled "Will it Float?: SOFR as the New LIBOR" at the CRE Finance Council's 2019 Annual Conference in New York on June 11. The event annually gathers professionals in the commercial real estate finance industry, including balance sheet and securitized lenders, loan and bond investors, private equity firms,  more
Canon Announces Development of New Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductors Sensor With High Dynamic Range and Ability to Capture Images Under Harsh Conditions
MELVILLE, New York, June 20 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: The high demands of complex lighting and harsh environments require sensors capable of delivering high-dynamic range (HDR) and high-image quality in adverse temperature conditions. To answer this application need, Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is pleased to announce that its parent company Canon Inc. is pursuing development of the 3U3MRXSAAC, a 2.8-megapixel, 1/2.32-inch CMOS sensor ideal for  more
Canon U.S.A. Announces New 120 Megapixel Ultra-High Resolution and 2.7 MP Ultra-High Sensitivity Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductors Sensors
MELVILLE, New York, June 20 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: As image sensors are a driving force in innovating industries, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is pleased to announce two new CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductors) sensor products, the ultra-high resolution 120MXSI and ultra-high sensitivity 35MMFHDXSMA. These sensors help expand the company's lineup of industrial vision products, and offer integrators and end users additional capabi  more
Cboe Expands U.S. Equities Leadership Team With New Senior Hire
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 20 -- Cboe Global Markets, an exchange holding company, issued the following news release: Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE), one of the world's largest exchange holding companies, today announced that Adam Inzirillo, a longtime veteran ofU.S. equities trading, will join as Senior Vice President, Head of U.S. Equities in New York. In this role, Adam will be responsible for overseeing the product development and strategic growth of Cboe's U.S. equities business globa  more
Chautauqua County: Susan B. Anthony Historical Marker Dedication
MAYVILLE, New York, June 21 -- Chautauqua County issued the following news: On Friday, June 28, 2019 at 2 p.m., an historical marker will be unveiled in front of the Chautauqua County Court House. The event will take place on the lawn in front of the old courthouse building on 1 N. Erie St. in Mayville, N.Y. The historical marker commemorates Susan B. Anthony coming to Chautauqua County in December, 1854, the first stop of her statewide campaign to establish women's rights committees in every   more
City/State/Private Partnership to Enhance Care for Patients With Opioid Use Disorder Transferred From New York City Jails to New York State Prisons
NEW YORK, June 20 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * - Patients transferred to custody under New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision will now have access to continued methadone treatment New York City Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services operates the oldest and largest jail based medication assisted treatment program in the nation * * * New York City Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services (CHS) hails a   more
Clark Hill Attorney, Mary Rose Brusewitz, Selected as Latin Americas Top 100 Female Lawyers for 2019
NEW YORK, June 17 -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following news: Clark Hill Member Mary Rose Brusewitz, was selected by the editorial staff of Latinvex, as one of "the top 100 female lawyers specializing in Latin America among international firms." To achieve such recognition a combination of factors are involved such as, recent track records on major deals and business, prominence of firm in Latin America and rankings. To learn more about Latin America Business News & Analysis (Latinv  more
Coca-Cola Issues Financials for Second Quarter of 2019
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 20 -- Coca-Cola issued the following news release: The Coca-Cola Company today announced it will release second quarter 2019 financial results on July 23 before the New York Stock Exchange opens. The release will be followed by an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The company invites investors to join a webcast for this event on its website at www.coca-colacompany.com/investors. Downloadable files of the earnings call audio recording, as   more
Colgate University: Student-Faculty Research Explores Political Future of Rwanda
HAMILTON, New York, June 22 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Colgate University issued the following news: New research authored by a Colgate professor and her student paints a bleak picture of the democratic future of Rwanda. The work of Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies Susan Thomson and Madeline Hopper '18, recently published by the Institute of African Studies journal NoKoKo, shows that Rwandan leader Paul Kagame and his Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF) use the very tools of democrac  more
College of Labor & Employment Lawyers Elects 4 Morgan Lewis Partners
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC, and NEW YORK - Morgan Lewis partners Jonathan Fritts, David McManus, Douglas Schwarz, and Jonathan (Jon) Snare have been elected as Fellows of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. They will be inducted during the college's 24th annual dinner on November 9 in New Orleans. With the addition of Jonathan, David, Doug, and Jon, 25 Morgan Lewis lawyers currently serve as fellows. Membership in  more
Columbia Law School: Should Proxy Advisers Be Regulated? Like SEC, Mergers and Acquisitions Conference Panelists Say Maybe
NEW YORK, June 22 [TNSresearch] -- The Columbia Law School issued the following news release: * * * - Continued shareholder activism will keep proxy advisers under scrutiny, Columbia Law scholars say. * * * Continued activism by shareholders seeking to influence corporate policy means that proxy advisory firms will remain busy--but they themselves may be subject to new forms of regulation, business law faculty members said at a June 7 conference on mergers and acquisitions and corporate gove  more
Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: How Climate Change Impacts the Economy
NEW YORK, June 21 [TNSresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: The Fourth National Climate Assessment, published in 2018, warned that if we do not curb greenhouse gas emissions and start to adapt, climate change could seriously disrupt the U.S. economy. Warmer temperatures, sea level rise and extreme weather will damage property and critical infrastructure, impact human health and productivity, and negatively affect sectors such as agricultu  more
Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Melting of Himalayan Glaciers Has Doubled in Recent Years
NEW YORK, June 19 [TNSresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: A newly comprehensive study shows that melting of Himalayan glaciers caused by rising temperatures has accelerated dramatically since the start of the 21st century. The analysis, spanning 40 years of satellite observations across India, China, Nepal and Bhutan, indicates that glaciers have been losing the equivalent of more than a vertical foot and half of ice each year since 200  more
Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Scientists Map Huge Undersea Fresh-Water Aquifer Off U.S. Northeast
NEW YORK, June 22 [TNSresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: In a new survey of the sub-seafloor off the U.S. Northeast coast, scientists have made a surprising discovery: a gigantic aquifer of relatively fresh water trapped in porous sediments lying below the salty ocean. It appears to be the largest such formation yet found in the world. The aquifer stretches from the shore at least from Massachusetts to New Jersey, extending more or les  more
Con Edison's Joel Yu of Sleepy Hollow Named a Top Asian-American in Business
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Consolidated Edison, a provider of energy-related products and services, issued the following news release: A Con Edison manager from Westchester County who promotes the interests of the company and its customers in federal regulatory proceedings is a top 50 Outstanding Asian-American in Business. Joel Yu received the honor from the Asian-American Business Development Center, an organization that advocates for recognizing the contributions Asian-Americans and Asian-America  more
Conde Nast's Them Launches a Series of Initiatives During Pride Month
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Conde Nast, a media company, issued the following news release: them, Conde Nast's LGBTQ+ brand, today announced a series of initiatives and events kicking off during Pride month, including its annual Queeroes franchise. As this year marks the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots, them has selected iconic activists and thought leaders from the Stonewall generation and paired them with next-gen queer heroes. The 20 honorees are profiled in the Queeroes editorial portfoli  more
Cooley: Women in Law Empowerment Forum Recognizes Cooley With Eighth Gold Standard Certification
NEW YORK, June 21 -- Cooley, a law firm, issued the following news release: For the eighth consecutive year, the Women in Law Empowerment Forum has certified Cooley as a Gold Standard law firm. The Gold Standard is WILEF's highest level of recognition for commitment to the advancement of women in the legal industry. Cooley was one of 14 firms to meet all six criteria for evaluation. "Cooley is deeply committed to helping women in law achieve their career goals and rise to leadership positions  more
Crowell and Moring: New York Law Journal Names Partners Glen McGorty a Distinguished Leader and Ilana Lubin a Rising Star for 2019
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Crowell and Moring, a law firm, issued the following news release: Crowell & Moring is pleased to announce that the New York Law Journal has named Glen G. McGorty, managing partner of the firm's New York office, to its 2019 list of "Distinguished Leaders." The award honors attorneys in leadership roles who achieved impressive results in the past year. In addition, the publication named partner Ilana Lubin to its 2019 list of "Rising Stars," which recognizes the region's mos  more
Crown Media Family Networks Taps Liza Krontilik as Vice President, Ad Sales Marketing
NEW YORK, June 17 -- Hallmark Channel, a subsidiary of Crown Media Holdings, issued the following news release: Crown Media Family Networks announced today Liza Rodriguez Krontilik has been tapped as Vice President, Ad Sales Marketing. Based in the company's New York office, Krontilik reports to Danielle Mullin, SVP, Marketing. Krontilik is charged with leading the strategy and development of Crown Media's ad sales marketing initiatives across linear, digital, and social platforms. Her oversig  more
D'Youville College: Say-Witter Named Vice President of Institutional Advancement
BUFFALO, New York, June 20 -- D'Youville College issued the following news: * * * - Will oversee all institutional fundraising programs including alumni and donor relations. * * * D'Youville President Lorrie Clemo has appointed Pamela Say-Witter as the new vice president for institutional advancement. Say-Witter will lead strategic visioning to build and strengthen relationships with a broad range of constituencies and to encourage the advocacy of, investment in, and support of the College's  more
Daemen College Board Elects Chair, Names New Trustee
AMHERST, New York, June 11 -- Daemen College issued the following news: The Daemen College Board of Trustees has elected John Yurtchuk as board chair and appointed Stephen Zenger as a new trustee. "We are pleased to have two such distinguished leaders in our community serve in these roles and are confident they will contribute great insight and experience to our board," said Dr. Thomas Stewart, immediate past chair of the Daemen Board of Trustees. A widely known and accomplished leader in the  more
Dechert Product Liability Team Honored as Litigation Department of the Year
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 21 -- Dechert, a law firm, issued the following news release: Dechert's Product Liability and Mass Tort group has been named as "Litigation Department of the Year for Product Liability" by the New York Law Journal. Each year, the publication honors attorneys and judges who have made "a remarkable difference in the legal profession in New York" -- whether in shaping the law, achieving outsized results for their clients, being an outstanding jurist or assisting th  more
Department of Environmental Protection and Partner Agencies Issue More Than 40 Violations in Newark During Idling Sweep to Help Protect New Jersey Air Quality
TRENTON, New Jersey, June 20 -- The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release: A team of inspection and enforcement officials from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and other agencies have issued more than 40 violations following a two-day environmental enforcement initiative in the City of Newark, Essex County, Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe announced. Representatives with the DEP's Division of Air Enforcement, Essex Regional Hea  more
Despite Eagerness to Engage in Ecosystems, Few Insurers are Well-Positioned to Succeed as Ecosystem Partners, Accenture Study Finds
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Insurers Recognize the Growth Potential of Business Ecosystems and See a Clear Opportunity to Disrupt Their Industry * * * Although insurers are eager to create or join business ecosystems to spur growth amid industry disruption, few insurers are currently well-positioned to succeed as ecosystem partners, according to a new report from Accenture (NYSE: ACN). Based on a study o  more
Do More for Birds, Not Less, Rodewald Tells Congress
ITHACA, New York, June 18 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences issued the following news release: Amanda Rodewald, Garvin professor and senior director of conservation science at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, gave testimony June 13 to the U.S. House of Representatives' Committee on Natural Resources on the important role the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) plays in protecting birds and a healthy environment. The MBTA was passed by Congress in 1918 and made the   more
Duane Morris Adds New York Partners to Its Corporate and Trial Practices
BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 17 -- Duane Morris, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - Duane Morris Bolsters Boston, Newark and New York Offices with Partners Charles A. Ognibene, Michael T. Grant, Robert J. Brener and William B. Dubon * * * BOSTON, Mass., NEWARK, New Jersey, and NEW YORK, -- Charles A. Ognibene, Michael T. Grant, Robert J. Brener and William B. Dubon have joined Duane Morris LLP's Boston, Newark and New York offices as partners in the firm's Corporate and Tr  more
Duff & Phelps Launches Site Selector
NEW YORK, June 21 -- Duff and Phelps issued the following news: Duff & Phelps, the global advisor that protects, restores and maximizes value for clients, today announced the launch of its Site Selector product. Developed in partnership with tech startup StageXchange, Site Selector is the premier marketplace that provides corporate site selectors with the digital tools that they need to identify, analyze and select new locations for their investments. Companies post projects and the marketplace  more
Duff and Phelps: Mark Turner Discusses London's Financial Future
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Duff and Phelps issued the following news: Mark Turner, Managing Director in Duff & Phelps' Compliance and Regulatory Consulting practice, spoke to Financial Director about London's future as a financial hub; a key theme that's been explored in our recently released Global Regulatory Outlook report. An extract from the article is below: "In a year dominated by Brexit, trade wars and global financial volatility, Duff & Phelps' latest Global Regulatory Outlook (GRO) report   more
Dunkin' Begins Nationwide Delivery Rollout Through Grubhub
CANTON, Massachusetts, June 17 -- Dunkin' Donuts, a provider of coffee, donuts, bagels and muffins, issued the following news release: * * * - Launch of Dunkin' Delivers service begins today across the five boroughs of New York City through Seamless, Grubhub's New York brand * * * More of America will now run on Dunkin' without ever having to leave their home or office. Dunkin' today announced that it is partnering with Grubhub (NYSE:GRUB), the nation's leading online and mobile food-orderin  more
Edwards and Howard Confirmed to Serve as PSC Commissioners
ALBANY, New York, June 21 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release: * * * - Public Service Commissioners Advocate for New York's Ratepayers, While Ensuring Reliability and Safety of Utility Service * * * The New York State Public Service Commission announced today that Tracey A. Edwards and John B. Howard were confirmed by the New York State Senate to serve as a commissioners of the New York Public Service Commission (PSC). Consistent with the Public  more
EMarketer: Is the Honeymoon Over for Dating Apps?
NEW YORK, June 19 -- eMarketer, a market research company, issued the following news release: * * * - Growth slows to single digits * * * Are Americans falling out of love with dating apps? Usage is still going up, but dating app audiences have been growing slower than expected in recent years, leading to downward revisions to eMarketer's user estimates. This year, 25.1 million adults in the US will use a dating app on their smartphones at least monthly. Our Q3 2018 forecast for the dating   more
Empire State Development Announces Investment in Security Risk Advisors Move to Rochester
ALBANY, New York, June 18 -- New York Empire State Development issued the following news release: * * * - Cybersecurity and Risk Management Consulting Company Set to Open Office at Culver Road Armory - State Investment Complements "Finger Lakes Forward" - The Region's Comprehensive Strategy to Revitalize Communities and Grow the Economy * * * Empire State Development (ESD) today announced its investment in cybersecurity and risk management consulting company Security Risk Advisors (SRA). ES  more
Exhibition Featuring the Workplace on Television Opens in July at the Jewish Museum
NEW YORK, June 17 -- The Jewish Museum issued the following news release: * * * - Television and Beyond: Workplace Encounters July 12, 2019-March 20, 2020 * * * The Jewish Museum will present Television and Beyond: Workplace Encounters from July 12, 2019 to March 20, 2020, featuring a selection of television clips exploring interactions in the workplace from classics such as The West Wing and contemporary programs like Atlanta and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. One of seven sections that make up  more
FCB Chicago Has Outstanding First Day at Cannes With Four Lions
NEW YORK, June 17 -- FCB issued the following news release: * * * - FCB Network's total wins tally 11 trophies at the Festival so far * * * The FCB Network is off to an excellent start on day one of this year's Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. To date, FCB has had a strong showing, being awarded 11 Lions - which consist of 5 Gold, 2 Silver and 4 Bronze. FCB Chicago's "The Gun Violence History Book"and "Most Dangerous Street," on behalf of the Illinois Council Against Handg  more
FCB Health Network Off to Strong Start in Cannes With Three Pharma Lions
NEW YORK, June 17 -- FCB issued the following news release: * * * - Twelve FCB Health Network campaigns are honored on Pharma, - Health & Wellness, Design, Digital Craft and Industry Craft shortlists * * * FCB Health Network is off to a strong start at this year's Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, with AREA 23, an FCB Health Network company, winning one gold, one silver and one bronze Pharma Lion for "One Word" and "Get Up Alarm Clock." Twelve of the Network's campaigns wer  more
FCB Network Achieves Historic Moment With Two More Grand Prix at Cannes Lions 2019
NEW YORK, June 20 -- FCB issued the following news release: On the fourth day of the festival, the winning streak continues for FCB as it makes history with two more Grand Prix Lions, one of the most prestigious awards in advertising. These awards are considered some of the highest recognition of creative excellence given out by Cannes Lions. Adding two Grand Prix, five Gold, five Silver and five Bronze to its collection, FCB currently has 48 total Lions, setting a record for the most Lions the  more
FCB Wins Two Grand Prix at Cannes Lions 2019
CANNES, France, June 19 -- FCB issued the following news release: * * * - FCB makes history, bringing home 2 Grand Prix on third day of Festival, including - FCB/SIX's first Grand Prix ever * * * FCB celebrated a momentous day at Cannes with FCB New York and FCB/SIX leading the pack with the historic win of two Grand Prix trophies. This is FCB/SIX's first Grand Prix, giving them much to celebrate tonight at the Palais. FCB New York took center stage for the innovative "Whopper Detour" ca  more
For Second Year in a Row, Akin Gump Awarded 2019 Gold Standard Certification by Women in Law Enforcement Forum
NEW YORK, June 17 -- Akin Gump Strauss Hauer and Feld, a law firm, issued the following news release: Women in Law Enforcement Forum (WILEF) has, for the second consecutive year, recognized Akin Gump with its 2019 Gold Standard Certification. WILEF awards this status to firms that meet objective criteria concerning the number of women among equity partners, in firm leadership positions and in the ranks of their most highly compensated partners. Firms receiving Gold Standard Certification must  more
Forbes Media: 36-Year-Old Real Estate Entrepreneur Outlines the Path to Success in New Book
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Forbes Media, a global media, branding and technology company with a focus on news and information about business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership and affluent lifestyles, issued the following news release: Andres Pira, founder and CEO of Blue Horizon Developments, today announced the publication of his new book, Homeless to Billionaire: The 18 Principles of Wealth Attraction and Creating Unlimited Opportunity (available now). This title is published by   more
Forbes Media: Motivational Speaker Joins Forbes' Exclusive Speakers Bureau
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Forbes Media, a global media, branding and technology company with a focus on news and information about business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership and affluent lifestyles, issued the following news release: Kirk Abner, motivational speaker and author of Flower Dog Man: A Primer, today announced that he is joining ForbesSpeakers, the official business speakers bureau of Forbes. Kirk Abner has held a multitude of titles over the years. He has been a truck  more
Forbes Media: Tech Companies Dominate Forbes' 2019 World's Most Influential Chief Marketing Officers Ranking
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Forbes Media, a global media, branding and technology company with a focus on news and information about business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership and affluent lifestyles, issued the following news release: Chief Marketing Officers at the world's largest technology companies dominate Forbes' annual ranking of The World's Most Influential CMOs. Developed in partnership with Sprinklr and LinkedIn, The seventh-annual World's Most Influential CMOs list, rele  more
Forbes To Unveil World's Most Influential CMOs List At Cannes Lions International Festival
NEW YORK, June 17 -- Forbes Media, a global media, branding and technology company with a focus on news and information about business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership and affluent lifestyles, issued the following news release: At this week's Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Forbes will unveil its seventh-annual World's Most Influential CMOs list, the industry's definitive ranking of the top 50 marketers. Developed in partnership with LinkedIn and Sprinklr  more
Fox News Digital Surpasses CNN.Com in Multi-Platform Total Views and Minutes for Month of May
NEW YORK, June 17 -- Fox News Channel, a cable and satellite television news channel, issued the following news release: FOX News Digital finished the month of May at number one in multi-platform total views among its competitive set, delivering a 10 percent increase over May 2018 and beating CNN.com for the fourth month in a row with 1.6 billion total views, according to Comscore. For the eighth consecutive month, FOX News Digital continued to lead competitors in multi-platform minutes totalin  more
Frederick Duden Joins Broadridge As Global Head of Product Development
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Broadridge Financial Solutions, a provider of investor communications and technology-driven solutions to banks, broker-dealers, asset managers and corporate issuers, issued the following news release: Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR), a global Fintech leader and part of the S&P 500(R) Index, today announced the appointment of Frederick Duden to the newly created position of Global Head of Product Development. Working closely with each business unit, product an  more
Fujifilm Announces Collaboration With Noted Travel Photographer Elia Locardi
VALHALLA, New York, June 20 -- Fujifilm USA issued the following news: * * * - Locardi's new web series, Moments in Time, debuted June 18 on YouTube * * * The Electronic Imaging Division of FUJIFILM North America Corporation announces its collaboration with internationally acclaimed professional travel photographer Elia Locardi as he launches his new web series, Moments in Time, which premiered on June 18 on YouTube. After a decade of sharing his photos with the world, Locardi is taking his  more
Ghost Hounds, From Hamilton, to Open for Rolling Stones July 3
CLINTON, New York, June 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Even for someone with the high-profile successes of Thomas Tull '92, it's a pinnacle -- his band Ghost Hounds will be the opening act for The Rolling Stones on July 3 at FedExField in Landover, Md. It's only rock 'n' roll, but guitarist Tull likes it, and most of all the music of the Stones. Tull's band will release its latest album this summer. Ghost Hounds has had major gigs before and will play at Willie Nelson's Out  more
Greenberg Traurig Names New Leaders for 100-Attorney Strong Latin America Practice
MIAMI, Florida, June 17 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - Multi-Disciplinary, Multi-Office Practice Founded More Than 40 Years Ago * * * Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has named Jose Raz Guzman, Mexico City office managing shareholder, and Marc M. Rossell, a Capital Markets shareholder in the firm's New York office, to co-chair the firm's nearly 100-attorney strong, multi-disciplinary, multi-office Latin America Practice. "Our Latin America  more
Greenberg Traurig Receives Award at GRR Awards
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP received the "Cross-Border Cooperation in a Specific Restructuring or Insolvency Matter" award at Global Restructuring Review's 3rd Annual Awards Ceremony on June 15, in Barcelona, Spain. The firm received the award for its role in the restructuring of Oi S.A. According to Global Restructuring Review, the awards celebrate the people, places, and matters that advanced t  more
Greenberg Traurig: Barbara T. Kaplan to Participate in New York University's Tax Controversy Forum
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Greenberg Traurig, LLP Shareholder Barbara T. Kaplan, Global Tax Practice co-chair and New York Tax Practice chair, will participate in the New York University (NYU) School of Professional Studies' 11th Annual Tax Controversy Forum, June 20-21, at the Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan. The forum brings together government and private practitioners to compare perspectives on a variety of topics involving fe  more
Hagai Zaifman Joins White & Case as a Partner in New York
NEW YORK, June 17 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has expanded its Global Tax Practice with the addition of Hagai Zaifman as a new partner in New York. Zaifman will work closely with the Firm's Global Project Development and Finance Practice and Global Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Practice. "Hagai is an experienced transaction-focused tax lawyer with a particular strength in energy matters," said John Reiss, White & Case's Glob  more
Hagstrom, Wu, Pereira Publish Refugee Happiness Study
CLINTON, New York, June 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Professors of Economics Paul Hagstrom and Stephen Wu and Assistant Professor of Economics Javier Pereira are the co-authors of an article appearing online in the Journal of Refugee Studies. "The Happiness of Refugees in the United States: Evidence from Utica, NY" presents the results of a study of determinants of happiness among local refugees from more than 30 countries. In their research involving some 600 refugees, t  more
Hamilton College Receives CASE Gold Award
CLINTON, New York, June 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: CASE, the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education, announced today that "Because Hamilton," the video produced to kick-off the College's capital campaign, won this year's Circle of Excellence Gold Award for the "video: fundraising - long videos" category. The Circle of Excellence Awards recognize outstanding work in advancement services, alumni relations, communications, fundraising, and marketing and are o  more
Hamilton College: Associate AD Merrill to Participate in NCAA Program
CLINTON, New York, June 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Associate Director of Athletics/Senior Woman Administrator Miriam Merrill has been selected to participate in the 2019-20 cohort of the NCAA Pathway Program in Indianapolis this July. The NCAA Pathway Program (formerly the Fellows Program) is a premier program for senior level athletic administrators aimed to prepare these individuals to excel as directors of athletics or conference commissioners. During the 22-year hist  more
Hamilton College: Book XI - Journal of Literary Philosophy Publishes First Issue
CLINTON, New York, June 19 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Hamilton College is home to Book XI, a new literary/philosophical journal. It is edited by Marianne Janack, John Stewart Kennedy Professor of Philosophy and director of the Levitt Center, with the help of students Honor Allen '21, Dorothy Poucher '21, and Liam Rogers '21. The journal is exclusively online, though there are plans to publish "best of" volumes in the future. The first issue, philosophical science fiction, i  more
Hamilton College: Couper Press Publishes Buescher's The President's Medium
CLINTON, New York, June 20 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: It's the 19th century. The suffrage movement is sweeping the streets, abolitionism is becoming increasingly pervasive, and labor reform is in full swing. People are pushing for social change, and many of them are asking the spirits for help. In John Benedict Buescher's new book, The President's Medium: John Conklin, Abraham Lincoln, and the Emancipation Proclamation, Buescher explores the prominence of spiritualism durin  more
Hamilton College: N.C. Field School Digs For Clues in Prehistoric Village
CLINTON, New York, June 21 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Assistant Professor of Anthropology Colin Quinn is leading a six-week field school this summer, the New River Headwaters Archaeology Project, in Ashe County N.C. The group is investigating a prehistoric village - the Woodie Site - conducting geophysical survey and excavations designed to find material remains from the site. The New River is one of the most important thoroughfares for interaction between communities in th  more
Hawaii A.G. Connors Seeks Preliminary Injunction Against the Trump Administration to Stop Health Care Discrimination
HONOLULU, Hawaii, June 18 -- Hawaii Attorney General Clare E. Connors issued the following news release, dated June 14: Attorney General Clare E. Connors, joined a coalition of 23 cities, states, and municipalities, led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, in a motion filed today to seek a preliminary injunction to stop the Trump Administration's Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from adopting a Final Rule that would expand the ability of businesses and individuals to refuse   more
Hawaii A.G. Connors: Hawaii Joins Coalition of States Blocking T-Mobile and Sprint Megamerger
HONOLULU, Hawaii, June 21 -- Hawaii Attorney General Clare E. Connors issued the following news release: Attorney General Clare E. Connors announced today that Hawaii has joined 13 other states in filing a multi-state lawsuit to halt the proposed merger of telecom giants T-Mobile and Sprint. The complaint, led by New York Attorney General Letitia James and California Attorney General Xavier Becerra was originally filed on June 11 with 10 Attorneys Generals. This morning, however, an amended ver  more
Haynes and Boone: Emilie Cooper, Rebecca Landau and Carolyn E. Sullivan Featured Among 'Leading Ladies' in Real Estate
DALLAS, Texas, June 19 -- Haynes and Boone, a law firm, issued the following news release: Real Estate Weekly this week recognized three Haynes and Boone, LLP partners in New York as 2019 Leading Ladies: Emilie Cooper, Rebecca Landau and Carolyn E. Sullivan. The partners were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the real estate industry. They were profiled among 80 New York-area professionals - including brokers, developers, and senior corporate executives. Here are excerpts of t  more
Haynes and Boone: Houston Partners Ricardo Garcia-Moreno, George Y. Gonzalez Honored at International M&A Awards Ceremony
DALLAS, Texas, June 18 -- Haynes and Boone, a law firm, issued the following news release: The M&A Advisor this month honored two Houston partners - Ricardo Garcia-Moreno and George Y. Gonzalez - for their work on significant M&A matters. The partners were honored on June 5 during the 11th Annual International M&A Awards Gala at the New York Athletic Club. "I congratulate Ricardo and George on being honored for their leadership of two important cross-border deals," said Jennifer Wisinski, chai  more
Health Department Campaign Urges Asian New Yorkers to Get Screened for Colon Cancer
NEW YORK, June 19 -- The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued the following news release: Today the Health Department announced a new media campaign to encourage Asian New Yorkers to get screened for colon cancer. In 2016, more than 1,300 New Yorkers died from colon cancer, making it the second leading cause of cancer deaths. Screening can prevent colon cancer or detect it early when it is easier to treat. The campaign will be in English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified   more
Hofstra University Museum of Art Awarded NEA Grant
HEMPSTEAD, New York, June 21 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: The Hofstra University Museum of Art's Art Travelers Through Time program has been awarded a $30,000 Art Works grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). This is the NEA's second major grant announcement of fiscal year 2019, and these awards continue the organization's commitment as the only arts funder reaching the entire country. Art Works is the NEA's principal grantmaking program, and the Hofstra Univer  more
Jamestown Community College Board Authorizes Pursuit of New Academic Programs
JAMESTOWN, New York, June 19 -- SUNY Jamestown Community College issued the following news: At its June 18 meeting, the Jamestown Community College board of trustees authorized college officials to move forward with proposals to offer programs in cybersecurity and mechatronics. The proposals, which have been reviewed by the college's faculty, are being forwarded to the State University of New York and the New York State Education Department for the next stages of approval. JCC's proposed cybe  more
Jones '19, Murray '19 Awarded FAO Schwarz Fellowship
CLINTON, New York, June 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Meredith Jones '19 and Jasmine Murray '19 have been awarded the FAO Schwarz Fellowship, a highly selective two-year Fellowship in Social Impact. The Fellowship includes a paid position with a leading nonprofit, personalized mentoring, and extensive professional development experiences. ABOUT MEREDITH JONES '19 Major: Literature Hometown: Norwell, Mass. High School: Norwell Public Schools Jones will be a fellow at Jum  more
Jones '21 Studies Racial Formation in Japan
CLINTON, New York, June 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: As a double major in Asian studies and anthropology, the founder of Anthropology Club and the secretary of Anime Club, rising junior Shavell Jones has thrown himself into studying Japanese culture and society. Interested in Japanese culture when he came to Hamilton, he completed an Emerson research project on the relationship between African Americans and Japan during World War II last summer. So this summer's Levitt rese  more
JPMorgan Chase Announces 2019 Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test Results
NEW YORK, June 21 -- JPMorgan Chase and Co. issued the following news release: JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) ("JPMorgan Chase" or the "Firm") has released the results of its company-run 2019 Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test. The information is available on the Firm's website at www.jpmorganchase.com under Investor Relations, Events & Presentations, 2019 Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test Results. JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.7 trillion an  more
K&L Gates New York Partner Earns National Bar Association's '40 Under 40' Recognition
NEW YORK, June 20 -- K&L Gates, a law firm, issued the following news release: The National Bar Association (NBA) will recognize K&L Gates LLP New York corporate partner Calvina Bostick among the nation's top 40 lawyers under the age of 40. The awards recognize those who exemplify a broad range of high achievement in the legal field, including in advocacy, innovation, vision, leadership, and overall legal and community involvement. Bostick focuses her practice on mergers and acquisitions, priv  more
Kansas City Southern Announces Second Quarter 2019 Earnings Release and Conference Call Time
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, June 21 -- Kansas City Southern issued the following news release: Kansas City Southern (KCS) (NYSE:KSU) will release its second quarter 2019 financial results on Friday, July 19, 2019, before the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. KCS will also hold its second quarter 2019 earnings conference call on Friday, July 19, 2019 at 8:45 a.m. eastern time. Shareholders and other interested parties are invited to participate via live webcast or telephone. To part  more
Kansas Gov. Kelly Praises National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility Operations Transfer to USDA
TOPEKA, Kansas, June 21 -- Gov. Laura Kelly, D-Kansas, issued the following news: Governor Laura Kelly praised federal officials for taking an important step toward transitioning operations of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) from New York to Manhattan, Kan. Officials from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Thursday signed a memorandum of agreement that formally outlines how the two departments will transfer ownership and  more
Le Moyne College's Physician Assistant Program Receives $1.5 Million Grant for Primary Care Training and Enhancement
SYRACUSE, New York, June 18 -- Le Moyne College issued the following news release: * * * - Only Six Schools Nationwide to Receive Award * * * Le Moyne College's Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Program has been awarded a $1.5 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) in order to promote primary care practice in rural and/or underserved areas among its graduates over a five-year period. With the grant, the College plans to expand its existing efforts to recru  more
Leading Silicon Valley Tech Lawyer Shaalu Mehra Joins Pillsbury as Partner
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - Latest Arrival Bring Two Decades of High-Level Tech Transaction and VC Experience * * * Reinforcing Pillsbury's established reputation as a technology sector leader, the firm has recruited acclaimed corporate securities and technology transactions practitioner Shaalu Mehra as partner in its Silicon Valley office and the leader of the firm's Global Technology Policy practice. Mehra joi  more
LG V50 ThinQ 5G Available for Verizon Customers Starting June 20
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: The LG V50 ThinQ 5GTM is coming to Verizon starting June 20th , giving consumers and businesses the ability to harness the power of the Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband network to share, stream and download all the content they create and watch at wireless speeds previously unheard of. To make it even easier to get an LG V50 ThinQ 5G, for a limited time, we're offering up to $650 off the  more
Linda A. Lacewell Confirmed by Senate As New York Superintendent of Financial Services
ALBANY, New York, June 21 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release: The New York State Senate has confirmed Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's nomination of Linda A. Lacewell as Superintendent of the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS). As DFS Superintendent, Ms. Lacewell is responsible for regulating nearly 1,500 financial institutions with assets of more than $2.6 trillion dollars, and 1,400 insurance companies and 300,000 individual l  more
M&T Bank, Rochester Education Foundation Announce 12th Annual Jazz Fest Musical Instrument Drive
ROCHESTER, New York, June 17 -- M&T Bank, a financial holding company, issued the following news release: * * * - Longtime Jazz Fest sponsor, M&T Bank, donates prominent booth space to enhance REF's efforts to gather musical instruments for Rochester students * * * M&T Bank and the Rochester Education Foundation (REF) are teaming up to collect musical instruments for local students at the CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival, which runs June 21-29, 2019. M&T, presenting sponsor of the   more
Marymount Manhattan College: Communication Sciences and Disorders Professor and Two Graduating Seniors Publish Research
NEW YORK, June 18 [TNSeducationresearch] -- Marymount Manhattan College issued the following news: Susan Behrens, Ph.D., Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD), along with two CSD students Ailyn Gomez '19 and Jessica Krimgold '19 (who just graduated in May), will be published in the peer-reviewed journal Research and Teaching in Developmental Education. Their article is titled "Spelling Counts: The Educational Gatekeeping Role of Grading Rubrics and Spell Check Programs." The   more
McGlinchey Stafford Adds 4 Accomplished Litigators in 3 States, Opens Boston Office
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, June 20 -- McGlinchey Stafford, a law firm, issued the following news release: McGlinchey Stafford announces the hire of four attorneys from LeClair Ryan, including Patrick Voke, a seasoned trial lawyer with thirty years of experience in commercial, insurance, and financial services litigation matters, as well as Shanna Boughton, the co-chair of her former firm's Consumer Financial Services Litigation team. These two partners opened McGlinchey Stafford's Boston office on  more
McGuireWoods Advises Essentra in $77 Million Sale of Its Duraco Specialty Tapes Business
RICHMOND, Virginia, June 21 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: McGuireWoods lawyers in London and the United States are advising longtime client Essentra PLC in the $77 million sale of its Duraco specialty tapes business to OpenGate Capital Partners. OpenGate Capital is a Los Angeles-based private equity firm focused on investments in lower and middle markets. New York partner Jeffrey L. Rothschild, a member of McGuireWoods' Securities & Capital Markets Department,  more
Modern Healthcare Names NYC Health + Hospitals' CEO Mitchell Katz, MD, One of the 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives
NEW YORK, June 18 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * - Katz is recognized for his work to expand access to primary care services while driving down costs. * * * Dr. Mitchell Katz, President and CEO of NYC Health + Hospitals has been named in Modern Healthcare's "50 Most Influential Clinical Executives" list for his work in expanding access to primary care services while driving down costs. Dr. Katz's most successful initiatives during his time as Pr  more
Mona Dajani, Pillsbury Take Center Stage at Premier Renewable Finance Event
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, a law firm, issued the following news release: Pillsbury project finance partner Mona Dajani is among the headlining speakers presenting at the Renewable Energy Finance Forum's (REFF) annual REFF Wall Street 2019 conference June 18-19 in New York. The two-day program--of which Pillsbury is also a lead sponsor--is widely considered one of the most significant gatherings of renewables industry leaders, with approximately 400 senior investors,   more
Moody's Analytics Wins Six Risk Technology Awards
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Moody's Analytics, a provider of financial intelligence, issued the following news release: Moody's Analytics, a global provider of financial intelligence, has won six categories in the 2019 Risk Technology Awards. * Bank ALM System of the Year * Credit Data Provider of the Year * Wholesale Credit Modelling Software of the Year * Enterprise-Wide Stress Testing Product of the Year * IFRS 9 - ECL Modelling Solution of the Year * IFRS 9 - Enterprise Solution of the Year   more
Morgan Lewis Earns WILEF 'Gold Standard' for 5th Consecutive Year
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: The Women in Law Empowerment Forum (WILEF) has recognized Morgan Lewis with Gold Standard Certification for the fifth consecutive year, naming it one of just 14 US law firms that met or exceeded all of the organization's criteria. WILEF recognizes with Gold Standard status major law firms that meet objective requirements concerning the number of women among equity partners, in firm leadership positions, and in th  more
Morgan Lewis Wins Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Law Firm of the Year Award From Chambers USA
NEW YORK, June 21 -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: Morgan Lewis has been named as Law Firm of the Year in the "Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation" category of Chambers & Partners' Chambers USA Awards 2019. The awards recognize a firm's preeminence in key practice areas in the last 12 months, including outstanding work, impressive strategic growth, and excellence in client service. The practice was ranked in Band 1 on the national level and secured sever  more
Morgan Stanley Adds Six New $10,000 Minimum Impact Portfolios to Investing With Impact Platform
NEW YORK, June 17 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release: Morgan Stanley Wealth Management today announced the launch of a new suite of Impact Portfolios with a $10,000 minimum on its Investing with Impact platform. These portfolios aim to provide investors with an accessible solution to help integrate impact objectives into an investment plan without sacrificing performance potential. The six Portfolios utilize a range of Investing   more
Morgan Stanley Capital Partners Completes Investment in Ovation Fertility
NEW YORK, June 17 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release: Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP), the middle market focused private equity team within Morgan Stanley Investment Management, announced today that they have completed an investment in Ovation Fertility ("Ovation" or the "Company"). MSCP partnered with the current management team and physician shareholders, led by Nate Snyder, who will remain CE  more
Morgan Stanley Capital Partners Completes Investment in Project Management Academy
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release: Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP), announced today that they have completed an investment in Project Management Academy ("PMA" or the "Company"), a leading provider of training and exam preparation services for project management professionals. MSCP is partnering with the current CEO, Jason Cassidy, and the rest of the management team, who will  more
N.J. Assembly Democrats Coughlin, Benson, Vainieri Huttle Bill Establishing Gateway Development Commission Heads to Governor
TRENTON, New Jersey, June 20 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: * * * - Bi-state, Bipartisan Legislation to Create Oversight of Rail Line Improvement Projects Between New Jersey and New York * * * New Jersey commuters have long relied on rail lines into and out of New York, and will continue to do so in the years to come. With growing numbers of rail passengers reliant on safe and trusted service, the urgency to address the severe deterioration of these lines has  more
N.Y. Gov. Cuomo to Add 500 Additional Uniformed Officers to NYC Subway, Bus Systems
NEW YORK, June 17 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority today announced an agreement to add 500 additional uniformed officers to the New York City Transit system. The agreement was reached with New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, New York County District Attorney Cyrus Vance, NYPD Police Commissioner James P. O'Neill, and MTA Chairman Pat Foye as part of a comprehensiv  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Notice Involving New York State Electric & Gas
ALBANY, New York, June 18 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice (Case No. 17-E-0058) involving New York State Electric & Gas: CASE 17-E-0058 - Petition of New York State Electric & Gas Corporation and Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation for Authorization for Full-Scale Deployment of Advanced Metering Infrastructure and to Establish an Electric AMI Surcharge. CASE 17-G-0059 - Petition of New York State Electric & Gas Corporation and Rochester Gas and Ele  more
N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Announces $215,000 in Funding Available to Improve Water Quality and Bolster Flood Resiliency in Hudson River Estuary Watershed
ALBANY, New York, June 17 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - Funding to Help Hudson River Communities Reduce Local Flooding and Restore Habitats for American Eel and River Herring - Deadline for Proposals is Aug. 2, 2019 * * * Approximately $215,000 in funding is available to help communities in the Hudson River Estuary watershed improve water quality, increase flood resiliency, and conserve natural resources, State Depa  more
N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights
ALBANY, New York, June 20 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - ECO Actions for Early June * * * New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law (ECL), protecting fish and wildlife and preserving environmental quality across New York. In 2018, the 288 ECOs across the state responded to 21,668 calls an  more
N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Statewide Forest Ranger Highlights
ALBANY, New York, June 18 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - Forest Ranger Actions for 6/10/19 - 6/16/19 * * * New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local emergency response organizations, and volunteer search and rescue groups, Forest Rangers locate and extract lost, injured, or distressed people fr  more
N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation to Host Information Session on Habitat Management Plan for Little John Wildlife Management Area
ALBANY, New York, June 17 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - Public Meeting Scheduled for Wednesday, June 26 * * * The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will host a public information session to provide information and answer questions about a recently completed habitat management plan for the Little John Wildlife Management Area (WMA). The meeting will be held Wednesday, June 26, from 6:00 - 8  more
Nebraska Gov. Ricketts Issues Statement on New York City Mayor's Initiative to Reduce Beef Consumption
LINCOLN, Nebraska, June 18 -- Gov. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following statement on an initiative by New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio that proposes to reduce beef consumption by 50 percent and end the use of processed meat in municipal facilities: "Bill de Blasio's war on beef is anti-agriculture and anti-science. "Nebraska's farmers and ranchers are the original conservationists, and they help raise the best beef in the world. "I know the people of New York City enjoy Nebraska  more
Neota Logic: Flinders University's Law in a Digital Age Pitch Presentations 2019
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Neota Logic, a producer of an artificial intelligence software platform, issued the following news: This Thursday 20 June, Flinders Law students will compete in this semester's Law in a Digital Age Pitch Presentations. At the event, students will present the applications they have created in the Flinders Law course Law in a Digital Age: Building A2J Legal Apps. Through the course, the students have learned how to leverage the Neota Logic no-code AI automation platform to c  more
Nevada A.G.Ford Joins Coalition of States Blocking T-Mobile and Sprint Megamerger
CARSON CITY, Nevada, June 21 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release: Today, Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced that Nevada has joined 13 other states in filing a multi-state lawsuit to halt the proposed merger of telecom giants T-Mobile and Sprint. The complaint, led by New York Attorney General Letitia James and California Attorney General Xavier Becerra was originally filed on June 11 with 10 Attorneys Generals. This morning, however, an amend  more
New York A.G. James Announce Guilty Plea of Former Port Authority Official for Misconduct
QUEEN, New York, June 21 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: Attorney General Letitia James and Inspector General Michael Nestor today announced the guilty plea of Marlene Mizzi, age 55, a former Port Authority of New York and New Jersey employee for 35 years. Mizzi accepted benefits from representatives of foreign countries for violating her duty as a public servant as a Port Authority Official at John F. Kennedy Airport. Mizzi pleaded guilty to char  more
New York A.G. James Applauds Passage of Bill Protecting Immigrants in the Workplace
NEW YORK, June 17 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - Bill Prohibits Employer Harassment and Retaliation Against Immigrants * * * Attorney General Letitia James today applauded the passage of legislation creating penalties for discrimination or retaliation against immigrant employees. This bill is a necessary and commonsense codification of federal case law interpreting the anti-retaliation provisions of New York's Labor Law and the federal  more
New York A.G. James Applauds Passage of the Shield Act
NEW YORK, June 17 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - Legislation Strengthens Data Security and Consumer Privacy Protections; Ensures Consumers Receive Notice in the Event of a Data Breach * * * Attorney General Letitia James today applauded the passage of The Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security (SHIELD) Act by the state legislature. The bill updates New York's laws governing notification requirements, consumer data protection obl  more
New York A.G. James Argues Verdicts Must Be Unanimous in State Felony Trials
NEW YORK, June 19 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - New York Leads Coalition of Nine AGs in Amicus Brief to U.S. Supreme Court * * * New York State Attorney General Letitia James today led a coalition of nine Attorneys General in an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to recognize that the U.S. constitution requires unanimous verdicts by juries for convictions in state felony trials. "We have fought hard to guarantee that every American   more
New York A.G. James Calls on Congress to Take Action to Protect America's Election Integrity
NEW YORK, June 18 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: New York Attorney General Letitia James and 21 other State Attorneys General from across the nation today called on Congress to take action to protect the integrity of America's elections from "persistent threats" by Russia and other bad actors by asking for grants, updated security standards, and bipartisan election-security legislation. "The electoral process is the foundation of our democracy and  more
New York A.G. James Issues Statement on EPA's Affordable Clean Energy Rule
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement regarding the Trump administration's Environmental Protection Agency's finalization of its affordable clean energy rule to replace the Clean Power Plan: "The EPA's so-called 'Affordable Clean Energy' rule neither promotes clean energy nor is affordable by any measure to the average American. "It is yet another prime example of the Trump Administration's weak attempt to deny that climate chan  more
New York A.G. James Issues Statement on Green Light Bill
NEW YORK, June 17 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement regarding the Green Light Bill currently under consideration: * * * - Says Green Light Bill is Constitutional and Vows to Defend it Against Any Legal Challenge * * * "I support the Green Light bill, and the Office of Attorney General has concluded that it is constitutional. We will not opine on any actions the federal government may or may not take. "The legislation is well crafted and contains am  more
New York A.G. James Issues Statement on Passage of Sexual Harassment Bill
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement regarding the passage of legislation updating sexual harassment laws, prevention policies and the claims process: "There is no place for sexual harassment in the workplace. "This commonsense legislation updates our state's harassment laws by establishing stronger protections for employees and steps up our sexual harassment prevention policies. "New Yorkers strive to build inclusive communiti  more
New York A.G. James Issues Statement on Salary History Bill
NEW YORK, June 20 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement in response to the New York passage of the legislation to ban employers from inquiring about an applicant's salary history: "Equal pay for equal work is a basic human right, and I am proud that today, New York State is one step closer to achieving it. "The practice of asking prospective employees their salary history unfairly perpetuates discrimination towards women and women of color, and it deprives   more
New York A.G. James' Multistate Lawsuit to Block T-Mobile and Sprint Megamerger Gains Additional Support From Attorneys General Across the Nation
NEW YORK, June 21 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - Hawaii, Massachusetts, Minnesota, and Nevada join suit to block anticompetitive merger * * * New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that four additional states have joined the multistate lawsuit to block the merger of telecommunications giants T-Mobile and Sprint. In an amended complaint filed in New York federal court this morning, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Minnesota, and Ne  more
New York A.G. James: Notorious Landlord, Raphael Toledano, to Pay $3 Million, Other Penalties for Harassing NY Tenants
NEW YORK, June 20 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - Toledano settlement with Attorney General James will also include strong oversight and limitations over his real estate business * * * Attorney General Letitia James today announced a settlement with Raphael Toledano to put an end to his harassment of New York City tenants and to prevent him from engaging in speculative real estate deals designed to profit by violating New York's rent-stab  more
New York City Economic Development Corp. and Fullstack Academy Launch Cyber Bootcamp to Strengthen Cybersecurity Workforce in New York City
NEW YORK, June 20 -- The New York City Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release: * * * - Program offers low-income New Yorkers access to cybersecurity careers with full-tuition scholarships - First cohort currently underway for 24 students; applications open for September program * * * New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and Fullstack Academy, one of the longest-running and most successful technology bootcamps in the nation, have announced the launch   more
New York City Health + Hospitals to Host Farmers Markets to Help Expand Access to Affordable, Healthy Food Options for Patients and Staff
NEW YORK, June 21 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * - GrowNYC and Harvest Home Farmer's Market make fresh fruits and vegetables more accessible for patients, staff, and the community at patient care locations Farmers markets build on the health care system's continued commitment to support healthy eating options at and near its facilities * * * As part of its continuing commitment to support healthy eating at and near its facilities, NYC Health + H  more
New York City Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst and Centering Healthcare Institute Launch Group Prenatal Care Program for Pregnant Women
ELMHURST, New York, June 21 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * - Group care strategy aims to reduce preterm births and increase patient engagement during the prenatal experience - This effort builds on the City's and Health + Hospitals' commitment to improving maternal health * * * NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, in partnership with Centering Healthcare Institute, launched a new program for pregnant women aimed at reducing preterm births and encou  more
New York City Housing Development Corp.: City and State Officials Join the Rockower Corporation, M. Melnick & Co. and Partners Cut Ribbon for 810 River Avenue in the Bronx
BRONX, New York, June 17 -- The New York City Housing Development Corp. issued the following news release: * * * - The mixed-income, mixed-use 810 River Avenue development is the first project to take advantage of the 2009 New York City Department of City Planning 161st Street/River Avenue Rezoning * * * The New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC), Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), join Rockower Corp., M  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces $85 Million for School Technology Upgrades Through the Smart Schools Bond Act
ALBANY, New York, June 17 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - 96 Investment Plans Approved Today by Smart Schools Review Board - $2 Billion Smart Schools Bond Act Supports Classroom Technology, High-Tech Security and School Connectivity * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced approval of 96 Smart Schools Investment Plans aimed at improving school security and reimagining teaching and learning for the 21st century. The approved plans, totaling   more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Agreement to Add 500 Additional Uniformed Officers
ALBANY, New York, June 17 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Comprehensive Action Plan by NYS, NYC, Manhattan DA, NYPD, MTA, and TWU - Assaults Reported by NYCT Workers Up 15% in Four Years * * * Lost Revenue from Fare Evasion Increased from $105 Million in 2015 to $225 Million in 2018; Trend Continues with New Data Released Today Showing $243 Million in Revenue Was Lost in Latest 12 Months Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the Metropolitan Transportati  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Applications Are Now Being Accepted for Round III of Luminate NY
ALBANY, New York, June 17 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that Luminate NY - the world's largest business accelerator for startup firms in the optics, photonics and imaging industries - is now accepting applications for Round III of the innovative competition. Selected teams will compete for one of ten available slots in the third cohort of companies. The Luminate NY accelerator, located in Rochester, assists promisin  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces More Than $19 Million in Safety Enhancements on Long Island's State Highways
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Improvements Include Pavement Upgrades, New Guiderail and Signs * * * Governor Cuomo today announced $19.3 million for four projects to enhance safety on ten state roads in Nassau and Suffolk counties. The projects include repairing pavement, installing guiderail and replacing signs, making Long Island safer and easier to navigate for the tens of thousands of residents, commuters and visito  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Opening of New $3 Million Welcome Center at Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park in Poughkeepsie
ALBANY, New York, June 20 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the opening of the $3 million Dutchess Welcome Center at the eastern approach to Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park. The multipurpose facility creates a new welcoming gateway in time for the Hudson Valley tourism destination's 10th anniversary. Governor Cuomo announced the next phase of improvements will include a new pavilion and expanded gathering sp  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Round Two of the Mobile Markets Grant Program as Part of the Vital Brooklyn Initiative
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Second Round Brings Total Invested in Food Access in Central Brooklyn to $1.825 Million - Program Will Fund Additional Mobile Markets in Central Brooklyn, Tripling the Number of Residents Served * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $500,000 in funding to support the second round of the Mobile Markets Grant Program, which was launched last year as part of the Governor's Vital Broo  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Selection of Design-Build Team to Install Cashless Tolling on the New York State Thruway by End of 2020
ALBANY, New York, June 17 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - $355 Million Investment Includes Implementation of Cashless Tolling and Removal of Existing Toll Booths at 52 Thruway Interchanges and Barriers - When Complete, More Than 267 Million Motorists Who Use the Thruway Each Year Will Enjoy Non-Stop, Streamlined Travel * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the New York State Thruway Authority Board of Directors approved the selection of   more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Anti-Muslim Messages on Elementary School Doors in Brooklyn
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on anti-Muslim messages on elementary school doors in Brooklyn: "I am absolutely sickened to learn of the anti-Muslim messages that were scrawled on the doors of a Brooklyn elementary school. This Islamophobic act targeted at our children is completely unacceptable and repugnant to New York's values. "As a state and a nation we must come together to condemn hate in all its forms and denounce with one vo  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Gay and Trans Panic Legal Defense Bill
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on the gay and trans panic legal defense bill: "Protecting and strengthening LGBTQ rights has been a priority of this administration since Day One. We passed marriage equality my first year in office, enacted GENDA to protect trans and gender nonconforming New Yorkers from discrimination, and launched the boldest campaign in the country to end the AIDS epidemic. "This year as part of our Justice Agenda  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Passage of Farmworkers Bill
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on the passage of farmworkers bill: "My administration has proudly fought for working men and women across the board, from raising the minimum wage to strengthening worker protections in nail salons and the home healthcare industry. We believe all workers deserve to be treated with dignity and respect - period. "Over the weekend, I issued a reformed farmworkers bill of rights which guarantees farmworkers  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Passage of Minority & Women Owned Business Enterprise Program
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on the passage of Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise program extension and expansion: "New York's Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise program is a proud legacy of my father's and is the strongest program in the nation empowering thousands of women and minority owned businesses in every corner of this State. "As I have always said, New York's diversity is our greatest strength. "I li  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Passage of Sweeping Workplace Sexual Harassment Protections Bill
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on the passage of sweeping workplace sexual harassment protections bill: "In February, we unveiled our 2019 Women's Justice Agenda, a set of bold proposals aimed at improving reproductive, economic and social justice for New York women. "Part of that agenda was aimed at addressing the absurd legal standard that says sexual harassment in the workplace needs to be 'severe or pervasive' in order for a vic  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Sexual Abuse Legislation
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on sexual abuse legislation: "Sexual abuse is a far too widespread and pervasive stain on our society, and the five-year statutes of limitations for rape in the second and third degrees has been an abject dereliction of justice. "By providing victims more time to bring claims in court, we are honoring those who suffered pain, endured humiliation, and had the courage to come forward. "With the passage   more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Trump Administration's Actions to Replace Clean Power Plan
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on the Trump administration's actions to replace the Clean Power Plan: "The Federal Government's toothless replacement of the Clean Power Plan will increase emissions, air pollution, and extreme weather, and further jeopardize the nation's promising clean energy economy to the detriment of the American people. "While the Trump administration's EPA continues to put our economy, children and planet at ri  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statementon Passage of Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act
ALBANY, New York, June 20 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on the passage of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act: "With the passage of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, New York has enacted the most aggressive climate change legislation in the nation. Ignoring climate change leaves our children to deal with its catastrophic consequences. As Washington turns a blind eye and rolls back decades of environmental protections, New Yo  more
New York Power Authority Maps Pathway to More Sustainable Operations Advancing State's Clean Energy Goals
WHITE PLAINS, New York, June 19 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: * * * - Nation's Largest State Power Organization to Address Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Impacts of Climate Change in Every Aspect of its Business - Supports Governor's Clean Energy and Jobs Agenda Putting New York on a Path to Carbon Neutrality * * * The New York Power Authority (NYPA) is stepping up its sustainability efforts with a new five-year plan to reduce greenhouse gas emission  more
New York State Assembly Passes Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act
ALBANY, New York, June 20 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: * * * - Legislation sets the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions 85 percent by 2050, and having net zero emissions in all sectors of the economy * * * Speaker Carl Heastie and Environmental Conservation Committee Chair Steve Englebright today announced Assembly passage of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, a comprehensive bill that sets critical environmental standards, includi  more
New York State Assembly Passes Legislation to Decriminalize Marijuana
ALBANY, New York, June 20 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: * * * - Legislation also includes provisions to expunge the records for those with low-level marijuana offenses, which disproportionately effect communities of color * * * Speaker Carl Heastie, Majority Leader Crystal D. Peoples-Stokes and Codes Committee Chair Joseph R. Lentol today announced that the Assembly has passed legislation to decriminalize possession of small amounts of marijuana and expung  more
New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
ALBANY, New York, June 21 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today the following audits and examinations have been issued. Department of Agriculture and Markets: Annual Assessment of Market Orders for 2015 and 2016 (2018-S-44) The department established procedures to accurately report its assessable expenses for the two years ended June 30, 2016 for the Apple and Sour Cherry Market Orders   more
New York State Comptroller: President of Gingerbread Learning Center and Wife Sentenced for Stealing Approximately $771,000 From Special Needs Pre-School
ALBANY, New York, June 18 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: * * * - School's President and Wife Convicted of Grand Larceny in the Second Degree After They Stole Taxpayer Money for Personal Indulgences * * * New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Richmond County District Attorney Michael E. McMahon today announced that Dennis Mosesman, 71, and Elsie Mosesman, 72, have been sentenced to five years' probation and ordered to pay full r  more
New York State Department of Financial Services Approves Acquisition of Hospitals Insurance Company by the Doctors Company
ALBANY, New York, June 20 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release: * * * - Acquisition Strengthens New York's State-Regulated Medical Malpractice Insurance Market * * * Acting Financial Services Superintendent Linda A. Lacewell today announced that the Department of Financial Services (DFS) has approved the application of The Doctors Company (TDC), the largest physician-owned medical malpractice insurance company in the nation, to purchase Hos  more
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Announce Start of Annual Pedestrian Safety Education Campaign and Enforcement Blitz
ALBANY, New York, June 17 -- The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles issued the following news release: * * * - New PSA Highlights the Danger of Crossing Streets Mid-Block Enhancements of More than 1,300 State Highway Locations Are Being Completed This Year * * * The New York State Departments of Health and Transportation, and the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee today announced that a new public service announcement about pedestrian safety is now airing as part of a comprehensive  more
New York State Education Department Identifies 562 Recognition Schools
ALBANY, New York, June 18 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following news release: * * * - Schools Recognized as High Achieving and High Progress Under New York's Every Student Succeeds Act Plan * * * The State Education Department identified 562 high achieving and high progress schools as 2018-19 Recognition Schools, Commissioner MaryEllen Elia announced today. Under New York's Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Plan, 2018-19 Recognition Schools have high academic achiev  more
New York State Education Department: Regents Actions in 64 Professional Discipline Cases
ALBANY, New York, June 18 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following news release: The Board of Regents announced disciplinary actions resulting in the revocation of 2 licenses, surrender of 16 licenses, and 46 other disciplinary actions. The penalty indicated for each case relates solely to the misconduct set forth in that particular case. I. REVOCATIONS AND SURRENDERS Chiropractic Cody Childress; Chiropractor; Joint Base MDL, NJ 08640; Lic. No. 012698; Cal. No. 31162;  more
New York State Education Department: State Archives Awards $5.3 Million to Local Governments and Educational Institutions to Improve Records Management
ALBANY, New York, June 18 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following news release: The New York State Archives awarded $5.3 million in Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund (LGRMIF) grants to 80 local governments, school districts, and educational institutions across the state to help improve records management systems to better serve the public, State Education Commissioner MaryEllen Elia announced. "We're proud to support projects to improve records manage  more
New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority Leadership and Congressman Max Rose Announce New State-of-the-Art Bus Fleet, Contactless Fare Payment System on Staten Island
NEW YORK, June 17 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release: * * * - 77 New Buses Going to Local and Select Bus Service Routes Across Borough This Year; 50 New Coach Buses to be Purchased and Put in Express Bus Service in 2021 - Staten Island Bus Customers Embrace New Contactless Fare Payment System Beyond Initial Projections * * * The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and Congressman Max Rose announced today that a total of 77 n  more
New York State Power Authority Extends Solar Forecasting Network to Albany as Part of Study to Improve Grid Reliability
WHITE PLAINS, New York, June 17 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: * * * - Advanced Imaging Technology Aims to Improve Solar Generation and Load Forecasting for Utility Operations * * * The New York Power Authority (NYPA) and several research partners are moving into the final phase of a solar forecasting project, funded at $1.85 million, that will be able to predict solar energy generation in order to improve electric grid reliability and economic effic  more
New York State Power Authority Recognized for Innovative Technology by BIRD Foundation
WHITE PLAINS, New York, June 20 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: * * * - U.S.-Israel Collaboration Results in Improved Operations and Digitization at New York Public Power Plants * * * The New York Power Authority (NYPA) received recognition June 19 from the Israel-U.S. Binational Industrial Research and Development (BIRD) Foundation for a productive collaboration between the Authority and Israeli software company mPrest. The recognition commended the   more
New York State Power Authority to Enhance Smart Street Lighting NY With Maintenance Service Program
WHITE PLAINS, New York, June 17 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: * * * - RFP Issued Seeking Firms to Support Statewide LED Street Lighting Installations * * * The New York Power Authority (NYPA) will be enhancing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's Smart Street Lighting NY program to include a maintenance service option for interested municipalities. Smart Street Lighting NY, announced by the Governor in the 2018 State of the State and administered by NYPA, cal  more
New York State PSC: Comment Sought on New Electric & Gas Rates for Con Edison Customers
ALBANY, New York, June 18 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release: * * * - Public Hearings Convened to Receive Public Input on Proposed Rate Increase * * * The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today announced it would hold informational forums and public statement hearings in Yonkers and New York City to receive comments on a proposal by Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison) to increase electric and gas rates  more
Newmark Group, Inc. Acquires Utah Market Leader ACRES
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Newmark Knight Frank, a division of BGC Partners, issued the following news release: Newmark Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NMRK) ("Newmark Group"), which operates a leading, global, full-service commercial real estate services business, Newmark Knight Frank ("NKF"), today announced that it has acquired Utah market leader ACRES, which has operated as Newmark Grubb ACRES through an alliance agreement with NKF. ACRES' Southwest footprint includes Utah offices in Salt Lake City, Davis/W  more
News Corp to Review Strategic Options for News America Marketing
NEW YORK, June 18 -- News Corp., a diversified media and information services company, issued the following news release: * * * - As Part of Efforts to Simplify the Company's Structure and Enhance Shareholder Value, News Corp is Reviewing Options for its News America Marketing business, Including a Potential Sale * * * News Corp announced today that to optimize its portfolio and simplify the structure of the Company, it is actively evaluating strategic options for its News America Marketing   more
NewYork-Presbyterian Among Nation's Best in Every Specialty Featured in U.S. News and World Report 'Best Children's Hospitals' Survey
NEW YORK, June 18 -- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital issued the following news release: For the 13th year in a row, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital ranks in more pediatric specialties than any other New York hospital in U.S. News & World Report's "Best Children's Hospitals." Additionally, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is New York's No. 1 children's hospital, according to the New York Daily News' analysis of the U.S. News & World Report's rankings. The 2019-20 rankings are published online today. N  more
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Named One of the Best Employers in New York State By Forbes Magazine
NEW YORK, June 20 -- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital issued the following news release: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital has been recognized as New York's top-ranked healthcare employer and the state's sixth best employer overall by Forbes magazine in its inaugural "America's Best-in-State Employers 2019" list. In total, 146 organizations made the New York list. "We are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of the best employers in New York," said Dr. Steven J. Corwin, president and CEO of NewY  more
Nexstar Media Group Receives Two National Edward R. Murrow Awards for Outstanding Journalism
IRVING, Texas, June 21 -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: Earlier this week, The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) announced the national winners of the Edward R. Murrow Awards with the local news operations of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST: Nasdaq) garnering awards in the small market television category for Excellence in Social Media and Excellence in Writing. Nexstar's winning entries will be honored at the RTDNA Ed  more
Nielsen and Block Communications Announce Multi-year Renewal Agreement for Local TV
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) and Block Communications, Inc. announced today that they have reached a multi-year renewal agreement for Nielsen Local TV measurement services across Block's television stations and markets. This includes WDRB (Fox), WBKI (CW) and WMYO (My Network) in Louisville; WAND (NBC) in Champaign - Springfield - Decatur; and WOHL (ABC), WOHL DT2 (CBS), WLIO (NBC) and WLIO DT2 (Fox)   more
NPR Music's Tiny Desk Debuts Music by Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood
WASHINGTON, June 20 -- NPR issued the following news release: Today NPR Music's Tiny Desk, in collaboration with Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood, presents the world premiere video performances of two recent Greenwood compositions: 88 (No. 1) for solo piano and Three Miniatures from Water, for chamber ensemble. NPR Music commissioned New York-based Ensemble Signal, one of the leading groups devoted to contemporary music, to perform these two pieces at the famous NPR Tiny Desk recorded on January 25t  more
Nucleus Research Recognizes Infor As Leader in Workforce Management in Latest Value Matrix
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Infor, an enterprise software provider, issued the following news release: * * * - Report Highlights Cross-Functionality in Financial Management, Key Acquisitions, and Mobile Capabilities * * * Infor, a leading provider of industry-specific cloud applications, today announced that Infor Workforce Management (WFM) has been recognized as a Leader among WFM applications in Nucleus Research's latest Technology Value Matrix for WFM. Nucleus Research placed vendors in the Lead  more
Oneida Indian Nation: Jolene Patterson Awarded Sundance's Full Circle Fellowship
ONEIDA, New York, June 18 -- The Oneida Indian Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news: Oneida Indian Nation Member Jolene Patterson (Wolf Clan) is enjoying a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the Sundance Institute's Full Circle Fellowship program. The program provides young Native leaders interested in film and media with opportunities to network with industry executives and get hands-on experience in writing, producing and directing. Jolene was one of   more
Orange and Rockland Greenwood Lake Gas Main Replacement Work to Begin June 26
PEARL RIVER, New York, June 21 -- Orange and Rockland Utilities issued the following news release: Orange & Rockland (O&R) is scheduled to begin a major natural gas main replacement project on or about June 26 in the village of Greenwood Lake. The project is expected to take about 90 days to complete and represents an O&R investment of approximately $1.25 million in the neighborhood's natural gas infrastructure to strengthen and improve the reliability of the natural gas system in the village.  more
Orange and Rockland Makes North Rockland High School Student's Baseball Dream Come True
PEARL RIVER, New York, June 20 -- Orange and Rockland Utilities issued the following news release: * * * - What do a North Rockland High School sophomore and a retired major league baseball catcher and popular sportscaster who met for the first time in mid-May at Yankee Stadium have in common? * * * They both grew up in Rockland. That was just one of the thrills the evening of May 17 held for Nicholas Galetta. That's when the 16-year-old Yankees fan and his family were guests of O&R at Con  more
Orange and Rockland Morales Graduates From Leadership Orange
PEARL RIVER, New York, June 17 -- Orange and Rockland Utilities issued the following news release: Leadership Orange, a 10-month-long community leadership development program, graduated its 2019 class on June 11 at the West Hills Country Club in Middletown. O&R Project Manager Diego Morales, a Monroe resident, was one of this year's graduates. Since 1992, Leadership Orange has trained hundreds of Orange County residents in the finer points of civic and governmental engagement. Each year, O&R  more
Orange and Rockland Warns: Crooks Again Preying on Public in Bill Payment Fraud
PEARL RIVER, New York, June 20 -- Orange and Rockland Utilities issued the following news release: O&R customers are being hounded by a new round of persistent predatory phone calls from crooks trying to steal O&R customers' money. The scheme goes this way: Crooks posing as O&R employees call unsuspecting customers and threaten them with the immediate shut off of their electric service if they don't pay phony O&R bills with Green Dot or other prepaid debit cards. Here are two big reasons not   more
Paychex: More Than One-Third of Business Owners Not Prepared to Manage Legalized Marijuana in the Workplace
ROCHESTER, New York, June 19 -- Paychex, a provider of integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, human resources, retirement and insurance services, issued the following news release: Today, 46 states and Washington, D.C., have enacted legislation allowing the consumption of marijuana or Cannabidiol with or without prescriptions. New research from Paychex, Inc., a leading provider of integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, benefits, human resources, and insur  more
Pfizer Invites Public to View and Listen to Webcast of July 30 Conference Call With Analysts
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company, issued the following news release: Pfizer Inc. invites investors and the general public to view and listen to a webcast of a conference call with investment analysts at 10 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, July 30, 2019. The purpose of the call is to provide an update on Pfizer's results, as reflected in the company's Second Quarter 2019 Performance Report, to be issued that morning. To view and listen to the webcast and view the Performance Report, vi  more
Pfizer: European Commission Approves TALZENNA for Patients With Inherited BRCA-Mutated Locally Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer
NEW YORK, June 21 -- Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company, issued the following news release: * * * - Only once-daily PARP inhibitor approved in Europe for hereditary breast cancer * * * Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) today announced that the European Commission approved TALZENNA(R) (talazoparib), an oral poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) inhibitor, as monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with germline breast cancer susceptibility gene (gBRCA)1/2-mutations, who have human epidermal growth f  more
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman: Emcore Acquires Systron Donner Inertial for $25.8 Million
NEW YORK, June 21 -- Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, a law firm, issued the following news release: Pillsbury represented semiconductor parts supplier Emcore Corp. in its acquisition of Systron Donner Intertial Inc. for $28.5 million. Emcore is purcashing Systron from Resilience Capital Partners LLC. Systron develops technologies and systems for aerospace and defense applications. Its products provide precision system solutions for navigation, control, point and stabilization applications in  more
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman: Rabbit Hole Whiskey Sold to Pernod Ricard
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, a law firm, issued the following news release: Rabbit Hole Whiskey turned to Pillsbury to advise it in its sale to Pernod Ricard SA, a wine and spirits producer in Paris. Pernod Ricard is acquiring the Louisville, Kentucky-based distiller through its U.S. New Brand Ventures division. Rabbit Hole makes a range of Kentucky spirits and is recognized for its distillery. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The Pillsbury team included San Fra  more
Port Authority Partners, World Trade Center Tenants and Vendors Team Up for a Fun-Filled Summer
NEW YORK, June 17 -- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey issued the following news release: In its continuing efforts to transform the World Trade Center site into a dynamic space in Lower Manhattan, the Port Authority today announced that in the coming months it will sponsor several events to keep workers and visitors alike to a fun-filled summer. The program for this summer will include a range of activities from musical performances, film screenings, food bazaars to art installati  more
Port Authority's Five Airports Earn High Carbon-Reduction Marks From International Airport Association
NEW YORK, June 18 -- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey issued the following news release: * * * - Citation from Airports Council International commends agency for efforts in reducing carbon footprint, working productively with partners on mitigation, communication plans * * * The Port Authority has achieved the highest rating possible, short of actually achieving carbon neutrality, from Airports Council International (ACI) for the agency's efforts to cut carbon emissions at its a  more
Quality in Online Learning Matters at Clarkson University
POTSDAM, New York, June 18 -- Clarkson University issued the following news: Quality Matters (QM), a nationally recognized, faculty-centered, peer review process that certifies the quality of online courses, has recognized Clarkson University's Jane Oppenlander and Eva Williford's commitment to quality assurance for designing a course that meets Quality Matters standards. This is Jane Oppenlander's second course, Eva Williford's first course and Clarkson's fifth course to receive the Quality Ma  more
Reed Smith: Jennifer W. Cheng Named One of the New York Law Journal's 2019 Rising Stars
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Reed Smith, a law firm, issued the following news release: Jennifer W. Cheng, a New York-based partner in Reed Smith's Global Corporate Group, has been named a 2019 Rising Star by the New York Law Journal. She is among a select group identified as New York's most promising attorneys under 40 who have excelled both in their practice areas and in service to the community. Jennifer's practice focuses on representing Fortune 500, international, and middle market companies in   more
Religion News Service Interviews Newell
CLINTON, New York, June 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: "I was interested in what it was like to be a black person in a church that was trying so hard to be white," said Associate Professor of Religious Studies Quincy Newell in an interview with the Religion News Service about her new book Your Sister in the Gospel - The Life of Jane Manning James, a Nineteenth-Century Black Mormon. In the June 13 article, Black Mormon pioneer Jane Manning James finally gets her due, Newell ex  more
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson Appointed to Nature Conservancy Global Board of Directors
TROY, New York, June 21 -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: * * * - Rensselaer president's upcoming appointment to start in February 2020 * * * The Nature Conservancy, one of the world's most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations, on Thursday announced the upcoming appointment of Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson, president of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, to its global Board of Directors. "TNC brings scientists, policy experts, and leaders together to  more
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: New Platform Flips Traditional On-Demand Supply Chain Approach on Its Head
TROY, New York, June 20 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: * * * - Giving more choice to on-demand suppliers leads to greater use of underutilized resources * * * Imagine you are heading to the grocery store and receive a phone alert asking if you'd also be willing to bring your neighbor's groceries home. Or you are on your way to a concert and see you could fill the seats of your car--and your wallet--if you picked up a few other music fans  more
Rhodes College: Prof. Chanelle Benz Lauded As 'Riveting New Voice in American Fiction'
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, June 20 -- Rhodes College issued the following news: Assistant Professor of English Chanelle Benz's new novel, The Gone Dead, has been featured by The New York Times as one of the "12 New Books to Watch for in June." In the novel, a woman returns to Greendale, MS, to the house once owned by her father, who died mysteriously in the woods behind the house. While there, she not only uncovers secrets about her family, but also reveals the town's wounds. New York Times bestsell  more
Rochester Institute of Technology Researchers Among Finalists for National Science Foundation Big Ideas Competition
ROCHESTER, New York, June 22 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * - Professors propose integrated human-machine intelligence for NSF 2026 Idea Machine contest * * * Five RIT professors have an idea that could shape the future of science, technology, engineering and math research in the U.S. Their idea has made the short list for the grand prize in the National Science Foundation 2026 Idea Machine competition. The NSF competition challenged people to   more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Artificial Intelligence and Google Street View Could Hold the Key to Stopping Invasive Plants
ROCHESTER, New York, June 21 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * - RIT scientists to receive grant to map invasive plant species in New York State * * * Invasive plants can quickly damage ecosystems, cause economic hardships for farmers and pose health risks to the public, but regulators tasked with halting their progress often have limited resources. So, scientists at Rochester Institute of Technology are turning to street view imagery and artificia  more
Royal Philips: LabCorp and Mount Sinai Health System Collaborate to Establish Digital and AI-Enabled Pathology Center of Excellence
BURLINGTON, Vermont, June 18 -- Royal Philips, a health technology company, issued the following news release: * * * - Philips IntelliSite Pathology Solution Will be Deployed Across the Mount Sinai Health System to Support Greater Efficiency and Help Improve Patient Care * * * Burlington, U.S. and Amsterdam, the Netherlands - LabCorp(R) (NYSE: LH) and the Mount Sinai Health System today announced another element in their shared goal of improving laboratory services and patient care. LabCorp,  more
S&P/Experian Consumer Credit Default Indices Show Drop in Composite Rate In May 2019
NEW YORK, June 18 -- S&P Dow Jones Indices, a division of S&P Global, issued the following news release: * * * - First Mortgage Default Index at Lowest Level Since Inception * * * S&P Dow Jones Indices and Experian released today data through May 2019 for the S&P/Experian Consumer Credit Default Indices. The indices represent a comprehensive measure of changes in consumer credit defaults and show that the composite rate fell five basis points from last month to 0.83%. The bank card default   more
Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Non-Member Exclusions
AKWESASNE, New York, June 20 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe has the inherent authority to order the removal of any non-member from its territory and to further order that any non-member be excluded when necessary for the protection of the health, welfare, and security of its members, pursuant to Tribal Council Resolution 2018-44. The Tribal Council furnishes the following list of indivi  more
Savills Completes 252,452-Square-Foot Head Quarter Renewal and Expansion for Flatiron Health at One SoHo Square
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Savills Studley, a real estate firm, issued the following news: * * * - Healthcare technology firm nearly doubles its footprint at the class A office complex in New York * * * Savills has successfully completed a 10-year, 252,452-square-foot lease renewal and expansion for Flatiron Health at Stellar Management and Imperium Capital's One SoHo Square, a newly-renovated class A office complex on the border of SoHo and Hudson Square. As a result of the expansion, the health  more
Scholastic to Publish New Novel in the Worldwide Bestselling Hunger Games Series By Suzanne Collins
NEW YORK, June 17 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release: Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education and media company, today announced that it has acquired world English rights to a new novel in the worldwide bestselling The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. Untitled Panem Novel (title not final) will revisit the world of Panem sixty-four years before the events of The Hunger Games, on the morning  more
School Diversity and Specialized High School Admissions Community Forum to Be Held on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, New York, June 18 -- Staten Island Borough President James Oddo issued the following news: New York State Senator John Liu, Chair of State Committee on NYC Education, and Borough President James Oddo will join together on Monday, June 24th, to hold a school diversity and specialized high school admission community forum on Staten Island. The forum will take place at Labetti Post, 390 Hylan Boulevard, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. This community forum, the last is a series of forums in N  more
Second Experienced International Arbitration Lawyer Ben Love Joins Reed Smith in New York
NEW YORK, June 17 -- Reed Smith, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Reed Smith announced today that Ben Love, an international arbitration lawyer with multijurisdictional experience worldwide, has joined the firm's International Arbitration practice in New York. Love, who joins from Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, is the second seasoned arbitration lawyer added to Reed Smith's International Arbitration practice in the past month. "Ben is an exceptional addition to t  more
Simon & Schuster to Publish Frank Bennack's Leave Something on the Table in October
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Simon and Schuster, a subsidiary of CBS, issued the following news: Simon & Schuster announced today that it will publish Leave Something on the Table: And Other Surprising Lessons for Success in Business and in Life by Frank Bennack. Bennack is the executive vice chairman and former CEO of Hearst, an $11.4 billion leading global, diversified media, information and services company with more than 360 businesses around the world. In Leave Something on the Table, which debuts  more
Skanska Sells RESA, Its First Luxury Residential Building in Washington D.C.'s NoMa Neighborhood, to Northwestern Mutual
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: Skanska, a leading global development and construction firm, today announced the sale of RESA, a 12-story, 326-unit, luxury apartment building targeting LEED (R) Gold certification in Washington, D.C.'s NoMa neighborhood, to Northwestern Mutual. The sale marks the completion of Skanska's first luxury multi-family development in the D.C. area. Ideally located at 22 M Street, NE between Nort  more
Skanska to Build Elementary School in Auburn, Washington for $39 Million
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: Skanska USA has signed a contract with the Auburn School District to build the Dick Scobee Elementary School in Auburn, Washington. The contract is worth $39 million which will be included in US order bookings for the second quarter 2019. The new 78,000-square-foot facility will serve 650 students in kindergarten through fifth grades. The project will replace an existing school and include   more
South Dakota A.G. Ravnsborg: United States Supreme Court Rules With South Dakota to Stop Undue Taxation of Trusts
PIERRE, South Dakota, June 21 -- South Dakota Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg issued the following news release: Today the United States Supreme Court issued its decision in North Carolina Department of Revenue v. Kaestner 1992 Family Trust. The case examined whether North Carolina could tax the gains of a trust located in New York because one beneficiary of the trust was a North Carolina resident, even though the beneficiary had no control over the trust assets and none of the gains were paid  more
SRC Wins Contract to Manufacture and Deliver 40 Common Electronic Attack Receiver Systems
SYRACUSE, New York, June 18 -- SRC, a research and development company focused on defense, environment and intelligence, issued the following news release: SRC, Inc. has been awarded a $5.2 million contract from BAE Systems to build and deliver 40 Common Electronic Attack Receiver (CEAR) systems. The 40 CEAR systems will be manufactured in Syracuse, NY by SRCTec, LLC, an SRC subsidiary. SRC's CEAR system performs real-time analysis of countermeasures for true-to-life training against RF threat  more
SRP Names UBS 'Best Private Bank, Americas'
NEW YORK, June 21 -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release: Recently, UBS was awarded "Best Private Bank, Americas" for structured products at the 2019 SRP Americas Conference in Chicago. Eric Glicksman, Head of Structured Solutions for Global Capital Markets, Americas, accepted the award on behalf of UBS. Award finalists included Citigroup, Desjardins Group, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and UBS. UBS was selected by an independent panel of judges convened and c  more
State University of New York-Buffalo: Fossil Teeth Reveal Ancient Hyenas in the Arctic
BUFFALO, New York, June 19 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: Modern hyenas are known as hunters and scavengers in Asian and African ecosystems such as the savanna. But in ancient times, these powerful carnivores also roamed a very different landscape, inhabiting the frigid Arctic during the last ice age, according to a new study led by the University at Buffalo. The research, which will be published on June 18 in the  more
State University of New York-Buffalo: Frank Scannapieco Earns 2019 Research in Oral Biology Award From International Association for Dental Research
BUFFALO, New York, June 20 -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: Frank A. Scannapieco, DMD, PhD, chair and professor of the Department of Oral Biology at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, has received the 2019 Research in Oral Biology Award from the International Association for Dental Research (IADR). The Research in Oral Biology Award, which recognizes outstanding research in the field of oral biology, is one of 17 IADR Dis  more
State University of New York-Buffalo: Study Underscores Role of Menthol Cigarettes in Smoking Cessation
BUFFALO, New York, June 18 [TNSscienceresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: For decades, Big Tobacco has sold African American smokers on menthol-flavored cigarettes through targeted marketing campaigns. That's among the reasons why, in the U.S., black smokers who prefer menthols are 12% less likely to quit smoking compared to non-menthol users, according to the results of a newly published study. The findings, reported today in the j  more
Students, Artist Elias Sime Collaborate to Create Wellin Sculpture
CLINTON, New York, June 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: If you've walked past the Ruth and Elmer Wellin Museum of Art over the past two weeks, you've probably seen one large tent, students singing along to the stereo, and a mass of wire and brass being transformed into a work of art. While the metal and cement sculpture appearing outside of the Wellin is not what usually blooms during the Clinton summer, this is a typical undertaking by Elias Sime, the artist featured in the  more
Teachers College Press Publishes 'Amplifying the Curriculum'
NEW YORK, June 22 -- Teachers College Press issued the following book description: Amplifying the Curriculum: Designing Quality Learning Opportunities for English Learners, edited by Aida Walqui and George C. Bunch This book presents an ambitious model for how educators can design high-quality, challenging, and supportive learning opportunities for English Learners and other students identified to be in need of language and literacy support. Starting with the premise that conceptual, analytic  more
Teachers College Press Publishes 'Teachin' It!'
NEW YORK, June 22 -- Teachers College Press issued the following book description: Teachin' It!: Breakout Moves That Break Down Barriers for Community College Students, by Felicia Darling Teachin' It! is a hands-on guide to cutting-edge research and classroom strategies that redress the graduation gap in community and open-access colleges. Drawing from the author's 30 years in the education field as a math and college skills instructor, teacher educator, and researcher, this book describes an  more
TEGNA to Be Honored for Advancing Gender Parity in the Boardroom
TYSONS, Virginia, June 19 -- TEGNA, a broadcast, digital media and marketing services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Women's Forum of New York to Recognize TEGNA for 36 Percent Female Board Representation * * * TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) will be honored by the Women's Forum of New York at its Breakfast of Corporate Champions on November 7, 2019, which recognizes companies for achieving at least 30 percent female board representation. This benchmark biennial event brings tog  more
Tops Friendly Markets Raises Over $400,000 for 26th Annual Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Campaign
WILLIAMSVILLE, New York, June 20 -- Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer, issued the following news release: Tops Friendly Markets, a leading full-service grocery retailer in New York, northern Pennsylvania, and Vermont, is pleased to announce that it has raised over $400,000 for the 26th Annual Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Campaign. Since 1993 Tops has raised over $12 million dollars for the cause with Tops fund-raising efforts putting the company in the top 1  more
Traditional Watches Regain Majority Market Share in Q1 2019, Reports NPD
PORT WASHINGTON, New York, June 18 -- The NPD Group, a market research company, issued the following news release: Traditional watches once again captured nearly two-thirds of industry dollars in Q1 2019. While smartwatch sales surpassed that of traditional watches during the 2018 holiday quarter, traditional watches have otherwise represented the majority of the market's annual sales, according to the March 2019 Watch Total Market Report from The NPD Group. "Traditional, stand-alone watches a  more
Travel Impressions Kicks Off Unprecedented 'Semester of Social' With Back-to-Back EducaTIon First-Geared Social Media Takeovers
BETHPAGE, New York, June 20 -- Travel Impressions, a leisure tour operator, issued the following news release: * * * - From July to January, the brand's Facebook feed will be one to watch, with prize stays for top bookers, potential limited-time pop-up promotions for #OnLocaTIon and #WeekendLearning hotels and resorts. * * * Travel Impressions' (www.TravelImpressions.com) commitment to putting EducaTIon First is about to become even more prominent as the operator dedicates the entire remaind  more
Tribal Police Receive County Traffic Safety Board Awards
AKWESASNE, New York, June 20 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: At the Franklin County Traffic Safety Board Enforcement Awards Ceremony hosted by the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort on Onerahtohko:wa/May 29, 2019; two members of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police Department were honored for their contributions in keeping our county's roadways safe. Franklin County Traffic Safety Board Co-Chairman Sergeant Brian Goetz,  more
Tyson Foods: We're Activating the Ingredients for More Growth
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Tyson Foods, a producer of chicken, beef and pork, issued the following news release: * * * - Investor Day message highlights company's value-added, international expansion * * * Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN) continues to meet changing consumer needs and is well-positioned for long-term, sustainable growth, company officials told investors and analysts today during Tyson Foods' Investor Day at the New York Stock Exchange. Chairman John Tyson, President and CEO Noel Whit  more
U.S. News Interviews Inzer About SAT Environmental Dashboard
CLINTON, New York, June 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: U.S. News & World Report interviewed Vice President for Enrollment Management Monica Inzer for a June 13 article, What to Know About the SAT Environmental Context Dashboard. "It's helpful to have context, and this is one more piece of information," said Inzer about the new tool. Hamilton is participating in the next phase of the dashboard's pilot program. The College Board is still fine-tuning the new admissions tool add  more
UBS Unveils Visa Infinite Business Card
NEW YORK, June 17 -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release: * * * - New Business Credit Card Suite - The three new UBS Visa credit cards are designed to meet the needs of the modern business owner in a global world and offer valuable expense management tools, exclusive rewards and premium benefits. * * * UBS today announced that UBS Bank USA launched three new business credit cards with Visa for existing UBS clients, all designed to help entrepreneurs build o  more
Verizon Fios TV Customers Can Enjoy The Weather Channel Starting June 24
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Beginning June 24, The Weather Channel will be available to Verizon Fios TV customers/1 on channel 611, giving customers even more options to keep them up-to-date on the latest severe weather in their communities. "We are happy to bring Fios TV customers another trusted resource for weather information with the addition of The Weather Channel to our Fios lineup," said Erin McPher  more
Verizon Releases Recast Segment Results in Alignment With Its New Operating Model
NEW YORK, June 18 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) today released recast historical financial and operational results in connection with its new operating model, Verizon 2.0, which was announced in November 2018 and implemented beginning in April 2019. As previously disclosed, the new structure aligns the company around two customer-facing reportable segments: Consumer and Business.   more
Wang Keynote Speaker at Classical & Modern Chinese Conference
CLINTON, New York, June 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Associate Professor of East Asian Languages and Literatures Zhuoyi Wang was invited to give a keynote speech at the 11th International Conference on Classical and Modern Chinese, held in May at Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The theme of the conference was Chinese and cross-cultural communication. Wang's keynote speech was titled "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: a Cross-Cultural Story of 'G  more
WarnerMedia Innovation Lab Continues to Lean Into Future Tech With Several Key Announcements
NEW YORK, June 17 -- WarnerMedia (formerly Time Warner) issued the following news release: * * * - Lab Announces NYC Physical Space with 5G Capability, Partnerships with WarnerMedia Ad Sales and AT&T's Xandr as well as the Appointment of a Design Firm * * * The WarnerMedia Innovation Lab made several key announcements today, deepening its commitment to cutting edge technology and the incubation of new consumer facing products, services and experiences. These announcements include the locatio  more
WarnerMedia: TruTV Orders Third Season of Breakout Scripted Series I'm Sorry
NEW YORK, June 18 -- WarnerMedia (formerly Time Warner) issued the following news release: * * * - Created by and Starring Andrea Savage, Acclaimed Series Sets 2020 Release June 18, 2019 * * * WarnerMedia's truTV has announced the season three order for its unapologetically funny scripted comedy, I'm Sorry. From creator and star Andrea Savage (Veep, Episodes), I'm Sorry has broken through as a relatable, acclaimed series that has cultivated a passionate fanbase and defied industry trends by  more
White & Case Advises Cobepa on Investment in Enoplastic
NEW YORK, June 20 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Cobepa, a privately-held investment company, on the execution of a strategic agreement with the shareholders of Enoplastic, a leading global player in the manufacturing of closures for the wine & spirits industry. The agreement with Cobepa will support Enoplastic in its next phase of growth in Italy and worldwide. Cobepa is an independent, privately-held investment   more
White & Case Advises Magnitogorsk Iron & Steel Works on U.S. $500 Million Eurobond Offering
NEW YORK, June 21 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Magnitogorsk Iron & Steel Works (MMK), as Guarantor, on the offering by MMK International Capital DAC of US$500 million 4.375% notes due 2024 unconditionally and irrevocably guaranteed by MMK. The notes were listed on the regulated market of Euronext Dublin. Citi, J.P. Morgan and Societe Generale acted as Joint Lead Managers and Joint Bookrunners for the new issue.   more
White & Case Advises Major Japanese Banks on Financing of Toshiba Memory Holdings
NEW YORK, June 20 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, MUFG Bank, Ltd. and Mizuho Bank, Ltd., as mandated lead arrangers, on JPY900 billion in new senior loans and an additional commitment line of JPY100 billion for Toshiba Memory Holdings Corporation. "We have played a key role in this significant financing," said White & Case partner Zenya Onishi who led the Firm's team. "Despite ch  more
White & Case Advises Salcomp Holding on Sale of Salcomp Group
NEW YORK, June 20 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Salcomp Holding, owned by Nordstjernan and The Sixth Swedish National Pension Fund (AP6), on the sale of Salcomp Group to publicly listed Chinese component manufacturer Lingyi iTech (Guangdong) Co. The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals and is expected to complete before the end of the year. Nordstjernan is a family-controlled investment compan  more
White and Case Advises on Financing of Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm in Taiwan
NEW YORK, June 18 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - White & Case Advises Export Credit Agencies and Lenders on Euros2.7 Billion Financing of Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm in Taiwan * * * Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised the export credit agencies (ECAs) and a large syndicate of international and Taiwanese commercial banks on the Euros2.7 billion (NT$94 billion) project financing of German developer wpd AG's Yunlin offshore wind project in Taiwa  more
Wiley Rein Wins American Metal Market Award for Steel Excellence as 'Best Legal Services Provider' for Three Years Running
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Wiley Rein, a law firm, issued the following news release: For the third consecutive year, Wiley Rein LLP has been named "Legal Services Provider of the Year" by Fastmarkets American Metal Market (AMM) as part of the publication's annual Awards for Steel Excellence. The award was presented on June 18, 2019 to Alan H. Price, chair of the firm's International Trade Practice, and partners Laura El-Sabaawi and Christopher B. Weld, at a ceremony in New York City. The awards di  more
WilmerHale's Zachary Goldman to Discuss Sanctions-Compliance Programs in Webinar
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- WilmerHale, a law firm, issued the following news: WilmerHale's Zachary Goldman, a senior associate in the firm's New York office, is scheduled to be a panelist on a June 27 webinar focusing on how companies can best assess their sanctions-compliance programs. The webinar will be hosted by Risk Assistance Network + Exchange (RANE), an information-sharing and advisory services company aimed at helping companies contend with the critical risks facing their operations. The   more
York State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
ALBANY, New York, June 20 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the following school district audits have been issued. Charter School for Applied Technologies - Student Enrollment and Billing (Erie County) Auditors found that 34 of the 60 students in the sample (57 percent) did not have appropriate proof of residency. As a result, officials cannot ensure they billed districts of residen  more
Young Professionals Network for ALM Publications
NEW YORK, June 20 -- ALM, an information and intelligence company, issued the following news release: * * * - A LinkedIn Group Created to Generate Engagement with Young Professionals across all of ALM's industries * * * ALM has created a LinkedIn Group called 'ALM Young Professionals Network' to engage across all of ALM's industries of focus. This networking initiative provides the up-and-coming generation of professionals served by ALM in a platform in which to uncover information applicabl  more
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