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State Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday July 14, 2019 ( 196 items )  
A. O. Smith Declares Quarterly Dividend
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, July 10 -- The A.O. Smith, a manufacturer of residential and commercial water heaters and boilers, issued the following news: Directors of A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $.22 per share on the company's Common Stock and Class A Common Stock. The dividend is payable on August 15 to shareholders of record July 31. A. O. Smith Corporation, with headquarters in Milwaukee, Wis., is a global leader applying innovative t  more
A.G. James and N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Seggos Announce Conviction of Illegal Shark Trafficker
DUTCHESS COUNTY, New York, July 12 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - Joshua Seguine Kept Live Sharks in an 18-Foot Pool Inside His Dutchess County Home and Offered Them for Sale on the Internet * * * Attorney General Letitia James and Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced the conviction and sentencing of Joshua Seguine, age 38, of the Hamlet of LaGrangeville in Dutchess   more
Accenture Appoints Julie Sweet Chief Executive Officer and Names David Rowland Executive Chairman, Effective Sept. 1, 2019
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Company to Host Conference Call at 8:00 a.m. EDT Tomorrow * * * Accenture's (NYSE: ACN) board of directors announced that Julie Sweet has been appointed chief executive officer. David Rowland, currently interim chief executive officer, has been appointed executive chairman. Marge Magner, currently non-executive chair of the board, will resume her role as lead independent directo  more
Accenture Named a Leader by Gartner in Magic Quadrant for SAP S/4HANA Application Services, Worldwide Magic Quadrant
NEW YORK, July 10 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has been named a Leader and positioned highest in ability to execute in Gartner's 2019 "Magic Quadrant for SAP S/4HANA(R) Application Services, Worldwide."1 According to Gartner, "This Magic Quadrant addresses the full life cycle of SAP S/4HANA application services, spanning project-based assessment and implementation and multiyear application management services (AM  more
Accenture: Multi-Country Survey Finds Most Workers Cite Pension and Retirement Benefits As Critical Factor When Deciding to Accept or Stay in a Job
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Majority of Workers in Europe, Asia-Pacific And South American Countries Surveyed Also Want More Help Understanding And Planning For Retirement, With Strong Interest In Assistance Through Digital Channels * * * Pension or retirement benefits are a critical factor for most workers when deciding whether to accept a job or deciding whether to stay with their current employer, accor  more
Advanced Alliance Between Nielsen and Trax Brings New Shelf Insight Tools to U.S. Brands
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: Building on the enduring strength of the Trax-Nielsen alliance, Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) and Trax, the leading provider of computer vision solutions for retail, today announced three new offerings that will enhance shelf insight visibility and advance the way U.S. manufacturers and retailers use computer vision technology. Nielsen and Trax, alongside sales and marketing service provider Acosta, wil  more
Albany County Executive McCoy Launches New Webpage for Immigrants Ahead of ICE Raids
ALBANY, New York, July 12 -- Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy issued the following news: * * * - Reminds Residents to Utilize County Immigration Assistance Center * * * Ahead of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids scheduled for Sunday targeting an estimated 2,000 undocumented immigrants, Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy announced today a new webpage on the county website dedicated to connecting those who may be detained and those representing detainees with the proper  more
Allens Neota University of Technology Sydney Law Tech Challenge for Social Justice 2019: Grand Final Winners Announced
NEW YORK, July 12 -- Neota Logic, a producer of an artificial intelligence software platform, issued the following news: On Wednesday 10 July, University of Technology Sydney (UTS) held its third annual 'Law Tech Challenge for Social Justice Grand Final', where teams showcased legal applications designed to promote social justice. Over the course of the Law Tech Challenge, teams worked alongside not-for-profit organisations, first identifying a real-world social justice issue and then creating  more
ALM's National Underwriter Publications Rebrand
NEW YORK, July 9 -- ALM, an information and intelligence company, issued the following news release: * * * - ALM's property and casualty insurance market brands will include the NU name * * * ALM's National Underwriter (NU) has undergone a rebrand in order to provide a more consistent and interconnected experience for property and casualty (P&C) insurance professionals who utilize the trusted and proven suite of NU resources. As a result of this initiative, PropertyCasualty360 has become NU   more
American Museum of Natural History: The Scientific Legacy of the Apollo 11 Mission
NEW YORK, July 8 -- The American Museum of Natural History issued the following news: On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first person to step on the Moon's near-black, powdery surface as an estimated 600 million people back on Earth watched the historic moment live on television. The summer of 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo landing, which fulfilled President John F. Kennedy's ambitious goal, set in 1961, to land a crewed spacecraft on the Moon and return to Earth. Apoll  more
Annual Vital Statistics Data Show Fewer Premature Deaths and Fewer Births in New York City in 2017
NEW YORK, July 8 -- The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued the following news release: * * * - Premature mortality has decreased 2.4% between 2016 and 2017 following an increase between 2015 and 2016. Since 2008, premature mortality has fallen by 14.9%. - Teen birth rates fell 56.2% over the last 10 years. The citywide birth rate has declined by 3.5% from 2016 - a steeper decline from previous years. * * * The Health Department today released the 2017 Summary of Vi  more
Assurant Announces 2019 Property Catastrophe Reinsurance Program
NEW YORK, July 8 -- Assurant, a risk management solutions provider, issued the following news release: Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global provider of housing and lifestyle solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases, today announced it has finalized its 2019 property catastrophe reinsurance program, reducing the company's financial exposure and protecting more than 3 million homeowners and renters policyholders against severe weather and other hazards. "We ar  more
Assurant to Issues Financials for Second Quarter of 2019
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Assurant, a risk management solutions provider, issued the following news release: Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global provider of housing and lifestyle solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases, will release second quarter 2019 financial results on Tuesday, August 6, 2019, after the market closes. The news release will be available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com. In conjunction with the earnings release, Assurant will host a co  more
Atlas Air Prevails in Court Ruling Against Pilot Union for Illegal Slowdown
PURCHASE, New York, July 8 -- Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings issued the following news release: Atlas Air, Inc. and Polar Air Cargo Worldwide, Inc. (collectively, "Atlas" or the "Company"), subsidiaries of Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: AAWW), today said that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has affirmed a federal district court ruling that ordered the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Airline Division, and Local  more
Atlas Air Worldwide to Report Second-Quarter 2019 Results on Thursday, August 1
PURCHASE, New York, July 10 -- Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings issued the following news release: Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: AAWW) will release results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2019, prior to the opening of stock market trading on Thursday, August 1. William J. Flynn, Atlas Air Worldwide's Chief Executive Officer, John Dietrich, President and Chief Operating Officer, and Spencer Schwartz, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will host a conference c  more
Bankrate: Nebraska is the Best State to Retire
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Bankrate, a provider of financial services, issued the following news release: * * * - New Rankings Highlight the Virtues of Some Overlooked places * * * Nebraska is the best state to retire and Maryland is the worst, according to a new Bankrate.com report. The study examined 11 public and private data sets related to the life of a retiree, comprised into five categories (weightings in parentheses): affordability (40%), wellness (25%), weather (15%), culture (15%) and cr  more
Barnes & Noble Celebrates Educators With Appreciation Days Just in Time for Going Back to School
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Barnes and Noble, a retailer of content, digital media and educational products, issued the following news release: * * * - With Extended Dates Starting in July, Stores Nationwide will Offer Discounts for Pre-K-12 Teachers & Administrators, Including 25% Off Most Merchandise * * * Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the world's largest retail bookseller, is celebrating educators with its longest-ever Back-to-School Educator Appreciation Days. This year's extended timeline   more
Bausch + Lomb Launches Ocuvite Eye Performance Vitamins
ROCHESTER, New York, July 9 -- Bausch + Lomb issued the following news release: Bausch + Lomb, a leading global eye health company, today announced the U.S. launch of Ocuvite(R) Eye Performance, an eye vitamin supplement formulated with seven vital nutrients that help strengthen the macula, which helps protect the eye from the stress of sun light and blue light emitted from digital devices. This new offering was created to meet the changing needs of consumers while further expanding the company  more
Bronx Borough President Diaz Issues Testimony on Housing & Community Development Act of 1980
BRONX, New York, July 10 -- Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following testimony on the proposed amendments to the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: "I am writing to state my strong opposition to this proposed rule. Evicting families living in public housing solely because some members of the household are undocumented is unnecessarily cruel, would cost the federal government millions of dollars and would not make a dent in the affordable housing crisis. "More tha  more
Brooklyn Borough President Adams Unveils Recommendations on Borough-Based Jail Proposal
BROOKLYN, New York, July 9 -- Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams issued the following news release: Today, Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams unveiled his recommendations on the proposed borough-based jail facilities, including the proposed expansion of the existing facility in Brooklyn at 275 Atlantic Avenue, as part of a Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP) response to applications submitted by the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) and the New York City Department of   more
Burford Capital: Interim 2019 Earnings Call Registration and Participation Details
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Burford Capital, a finance firm focused on law, issued the following news release: Burford Capital Limited ("Burford" or "the Company"), the leading global finance and investment management firm focused on law, today announces registration and participation details for its earnings call for the six-month period ended 30 June 2019, to be held at 2:00pm (BST) / 9:00am (EDT) on Thursday 25 July 2019. Burford encourages investors and analysts to pre-register for dedicated acce  more
Cadwalader Recognized Among Leading Firms in 2019 Law360 Diversity Survey
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft, a financial services law firm, issued the following news release: Cadwalader is ranked among the leading firms for minority attorneys in the Law360 2019 Diversity Snapshot survey. The firm moved up to 7th in the rankings in the 300-599 lawyer category, a significant step forward from its 13th position in last year's report. Law360 notes that the firms on its list are "making headway and turning longstanding diversity goals into workplace rea  more
CBRE Group: Foreign Investors Increase U.S Net-Lease Investment
LOS ANGELES, California, July 11 -- CBRE Group, a commercial real estate services provider and investment firm, issued the following news release: * * * - New York City, San Francisco, Boston, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Columbus and Los Angeles Receive Most Foreign Capital * * * The global search for yield and portfolio diversification is driving more foreign investors to the U.S. net-lease real estate market, according to the latest research from CBRE. Foreign investment in net-lease assets--compri  more
Central Hudson Gas and Electric: Scam Calls Reported Regarding Utility Bills
POUGHKEEPSIE, New York, July 10 -- Central Hudson Gas and Electric, a subsidiary of Fortis Co., issued the following news release: Customers of Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation are reporting scammer activity this week, with bogus calls threatening to disconnect utility services if payment using a purchased prepaid card is not made immediately. Scammers' calls appear to be from Central Hudson, using the utility's caller ID phone number. Central Hudson would never request a payment in th  more
Clarkson University Becomes First Education Program in New York State to Earn National Accreditation of Programs for Educator Preparation
POTSDAM, New York, July 11 -- Clarkson University issued the following news: The Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) has awarded full 7-year accreditation to Clarkson University's Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MAT ESOL), and Certificate of Advanced Study in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CAS TESOL) programs. "AAQEP is a new, high-standards national accreditor for teacher education p  more
Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: How Much Do Climate Fluctuations Matter for Global Crop Yields?
NEW YORK, July 10 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: By Elisabeth Gawthrop The El Nino-Southern Oscillation has been responsible for widespread, simultaneous crop failures in recent history, according to a new study from researchers at Columbia University's International Research Institute for Climate and Society, the International Food Policy Research Institute and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory. This finding runs counte  more
Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: After Long Wait, Expedition 383 Drills Its First Seafloor Core
NEW YORK, July 12 [TNSresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: Patience is not my strongest asset. For years I have been excited about this opportunity to sail on the JOIDES Resolution with some of my greatest colleagues and to uncover the well-kept secrets of Southern Ocean climate variability. Everyone from the science party as well as the technical and support teams had boarded, supplies were stored in the hull, and the goals were clear.   more
Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Robin Bell Goes to Washington to Testify About Melting Ice Sheets
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: On Thursday, polar explorer Robin Bell will testify before the U.S. House Committee on Science Space and Technology about the threats of melting ice sheets. Bell is a research professor at Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, and a scientist with remarkable credentials. She serves as president of the American Geophysical Union, the world's largest and most prestigious Earth  more
Comptroller DiNapoli and A.G. James Announce Guilty Plea of Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas
ALBANY, New York, July 8 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: * * * - Thomas Admitted to Stealing Campaign Funds, Falsely Filing a Disclosure Report with the State Board of Elections - Thomas Must Resign Effective September 30, 2019 * * * New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Attorney General Letitia James announced the guilty plea of Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas for stealing campaign funds and lying about those funds on a dis  more
Con Edison Asks Customers in Some Manhattan Neighborhoods to Conserve Energy While Crews Work on Equipment
NEW YORK, July 6 -- Consolidated Edison, a provider of energy-related products and services, issued the following news release: Con Edison is asking customers in certain neighborhoods on the east side of Manhattan to conserve energy to help keep electric power flowing while crews work to repair equipment. The area is bounded on the north by East 62nd Street, to the east by the East River, to the south by East 56th Street and to the west by Lexington Avenue. It includes the Midtown East and Eas  more
Connecticut A.G. Tong Joins Coalition Opposing Trump Administration Rule to Deny Critical Housing Assistance to Immigrants
HARTFORD, Connecticut, July 9 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * - Proposed Rule Could Leave More Than 55,000 Children Homeless * * * Attorney General William Tong joined a coalition of 23 states led by New York Attorney General Letitia James and District of Columbia Attorney General Karl Racine today in submitting a comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing a new rule proposal that would deny hous  more
Corning Celebrates Opening of New Manufacturing Facility for Industry's First Large-Part AutoGrade Cover Glass Solutions
CORNING, New York, July 9 -- Corning, a manufacturer of glass, ceramics and related materials, issued the following news release: * * * - Hefei, China, Opening Marks Company's First Facility Focused on High-Volume Manufacturing for Automotive Interior Glass Parts * * * Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW) today hosted an opening ceremony for its new Automotive Glass Solutions facility in the Hefei Xinzhan Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone in Anhui province, China. This high-volume manufacturi  more
Coty and Lacoste Renew Their Long-Term Fragrance License Partnership
NEW YORK, July 10 -- Coty, a manufacturer of beauty products, issued the following news release: Coty and Lacoste today announced the renewal of their long-term fragrance license partnership. More than a brand, Lacoste has, for over 85 years, embodied a distinctive style and attitude. An athletic figure with a bold signature that combines the worlds of sport and urban living. The very definition of elegance in motion, this legacy finds new expression in a modern and contemporary line. Lacoste  more
De Blasio Administration Announces New Investments to Prevent and Address Youth Homelessness in New York City
NEW YORK, July 12 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - City to provide more services to youth experiencing homelessness, including a new mobile platform to connect youth with services * * * The de Blasio Administration today announced new investments to help youth experiencing homelessness transition off the streets into shelter and from shelter into permanent housing. Through collaboration across multiple City agencies, including the Department of Yout  more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Questions Will Hurd Needs to Answer on Growing Clint Scandal in TX-23
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release: A shocking new NYT/El Paso Times report contradicted Hurd's account of what happened at the Clint detention facility in his district Amid the growing scandal at the Clint child detention facility in Will Hurd's district, we've got some questions for the Congressman. It was in Hurd's district that New York Times and El Paso Times journalists uncovered shocking new details on the horrific   more
Despite Embracing the Cloud, Insurers Are Slow in Migrating Their Core Applications, New Research From Accenture Shows
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Cloud Training for Employees and Identifying Key Applications to Migrate to the Cloud Next Should Be Priorities * * * Despite having transitioned many business applications to a cloud environment, insurers have been slower to migrate core applications, according to a new report from Accenture (NYSE: ACN). Titled "(Almost) Ready for Cloud: Accenture Explores Insurers' Cloud Read  more
Duff and Phelps: Jinxin Fertility IPO Rides Growing Assisted Reproduction Demand
NEW YORK, July 8 -- Duff and Phelps issued the following news: Duff & Phelps congratulates fertility services provider Sichuan Jinxin Fertility Company Limited (1951 HK) on its initial public offering (IPO) on the Hong Kong stock exchange (HKEX) on June 25, 2019. Jinxin Fertility provides assisted reproductive services (ARS) through its facilities and clinics in China and the U.S. Measured by in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment cycles, the company's network ranked third in China in 2018. It  more
Duff and Phelps: Santosh N Shares His Views on the Valuation of Startups
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Duff and Phelps issued the following news: Santosh N, Managing Director in the Duff & Phelps Valuation Advisory practice, was featured in Mint discussing trends in startup-related valuations. Santosh shared his views on the outlook of foreign investors on India. Additionally, he talked about the quantum of investments that a few large players intend to infuse in the Indian market. As more businesses come into the picture, the valuation landscape needs to evolve considerin  more
Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Lawyer Charles Wachsstock Joins Arnold & Porter in New York
NEW YORK, July 8 -- Arnold and Porter Kaye Scholer issued the following news: Arnold & PorterCharles Wachsstock announced today that Charles Wachsstock has joined the firm as a partner in the Compensation and Benefits practice within the Tax Group. Based in the New York office, Mr. Wachsstock focuses his practice on a wide array of executive compensation and employee benefits matters in corporate transactions, the design and negotiation of employment and separation arrangements, and the design   more
Finding a Native American Dentist Is Rare, SUNY-Buffalo Dental Program Aims to Change That
BUFFALO, New York, July 8 -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: Nearly 10,500 students applied to attend dental school in the United States this fall. Just 16 of those students are Native American, according to the American Dental Education Association. The Native American Pre-Dental Student Gateway Program, an initiative between the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and Seneca Nation Health System, aims to reduce the alarming dis  more
FlightSafety Promotes Ed Koharik to Senior Vice President and Danny Robayo to Vice President
NEW YORK, July 9 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety International announces that Ed Koharik has been promoted to Senior Vice President, and Danny Robayo to Vice President. They will lead Building Our Future, a company-wide transformation effort. "Congratulations to Ed and Danny on their well-deserved promotions," said David Davenport, President & CEO. "Having these two outstanding leaders oversee Building Our Future will help to ensure its success."   more
For the Second Time in Two Years, State Farm Cuts Auto Insurance Rates in New York
NEW YORK, July 8 -- State Farm Companies, an auto, home and individual life insurance provider, issued the following news release: * * * - 4.2% Rate Decrease to Affect Approximately 1.3 Million Policyholders * * * State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, the largest auto insurer in the nation, will cut its rates in New York for the second year in a row. As a result, its overall personal auto rate will drop by 4.2 percent. The total statewide expected impact for State Farm Mutual by th  more
Ford - Volkswagen Expand Their Global Collaboration to Advance Autonomous Driving, Electrification and Better Serve Customers
NEW YORK, July 12 -- Ford Motor issued the following news release: * * * - Volkswagen to Join Ford In Investing In Argo AI, The Autonomous Vehicle Platform Company, At A Valuation Of More Than $7 Billion. Tie-Up Allows Both Automakers To Independently Integrate Argo AI's Self-Driving System Into Their Own Vehicles, Delivering Significant Global Scale - Ford Will Use Volkswagen's Electric Vehicle Architecture And Modular Electric Toolkit (MEB) to Design And Build At Least One High-Volume Fully  more
Ford - Volkswagen Expand Their Global Collaboration to Advance Autonomous Driving, Electrification and Better Serve Customers
NEW YORK, July 12 -- Volkswagen Group of America issued the following news release: Ford Motor Company and Volkswagen AG today announced they are expanding their global alliance to include electric vehicles - and will collaborate with Argo AI to introduce autonomous vehicle technology in the U.S. and Europe - positioning both companies to better serve customers while improving their competitiveness and cost and capital efficiencies. Volkswagen CEO Dr. Herbert Diess, Ford President and CEO Jim   more
Former Special Counsel Prosecutor Zainab Ahmad to Join Gibson Dunn as Partner in New York
LOS ANGELES, California, July 10 -- Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher, a law firm, issued the following news release: Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP today announced that leading prosecutor Zainab Ahmad will join the firm as a partner in the New York office. Ahmad will join the firm after serving as a Senior Assistant Special Counsel in Special Counsel Robert S. Mueller's Office and following a successful career as a prosecutor and trial lawyer at the Department of Justice in both Washington, D.C. and the   more
Fujifilm and Axcelead Drug Discovery Partners Begin Collaborating to Advance Drug Discovery Solutions Using IPSCS
VALHALLA, New York, July 11 -- Fujifilm USA issued the following news: * * * - To enhance the Process of Research and Development of Drug Candidates * * * FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno; Fujifilm) and Axcelead Drug Discovery Partners Inc. (President: Yoshinori Ikeura; Axcelead) announced a collaboration to provide customers with a human induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-based integrated platform for drug discovery solutions. By combining Fujifilm's iPSC-derived products tha  more
Fujifilm Opens New Company Headquarters for Medical Device and It Groups in Lexington, Massachusetts
VALHALLA, New York, July 10 -- Fujifilm USA issued the following news: FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc., a leading provider of diagnostic imaging, endoscopic imaging and medical informatics solutions, and FUJIFILM New Development, U.S.A., Inc., an innovative provider of minimally invasive surgical solutions, announced today they have opened the doors to their new company headquarters in Lexington, Massachusetts, a Boston suburb, one of the largest medical device and healthcare hubs in the   more
GE Recognized by the American Ceramics Society for World First Commercializing Ceramic Matrix Composites in Aircraft Engines
NISKAYUNA, New York, July 12 -- General Electric, a manufacturer of appliances, lighting, power systems and other products, issued the following news release: * * * - Receives The 2019 Corporate Technical Achievement Award For Success in Developing And Bringing Cmcs To Market in Flight - GE's Cmcs Entered Commercial Service in 2016 With The Introduction of The CFM-LEAP For Narrow-Body Aircraft * * * Leapfrogging 40 years of superalloy research in a single bound, the successful commercializa  more
Greenberg Traurig Partners With Out Leadership as a 2019 Global Sponsor
NEW YORK, July 10 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: The global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP is a 2019 Global Sponsor of Out Leadership, the LGBTQ+ business network that connects leaders across the world's most influential industries. This marks the second consecutive year that the law firm has partnered with Out Leadership to drive LGBTQ+ equality in the workplace. Greenberg Traurig's Chief Executive Officer Brian L. Duffy has served on the Out Leadership  more
Greenberg Traurig Pro Bono Team, Along With Rapid Defense Network and NYLAG, Help Free Pregnant Immigrant Mom
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, as pro bono co-counsel with New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) and Rapid Defense Network (RDN, formerly NSC Community Legal Defense), helped obtain the release from detention of Alma Centeno Santiago, a pregnant woman with 2 United States citizen children who had been detained in Bergen County Jail since April of 2019 pending deportation under a disputed Final Order  more
Greenberg Traurig's David Long-Daniels & Nikki Lewis Simon Named to Lawyers of Color's Nation's Best List
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: David Long-Daniels and Nikki Lewis Simon of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP have been named to Lawyers of Color's inaugural Nation's Best List. The list recognizes partners and senior-level corporate counsel who have achieved distinction in their fields and demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing diversity in the legal profession. Honorees were celebrated at receptions around the United States, inc  more
Hamilton College: Collins '21 Examines Evolution of Literature's Female Protagonist
CLINTON, New York, July 11 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: While many students have a summer reading list, few probably have as hefty of a list as Kelly Collins '21, who spends most of each day reading and analyzing fiction. From Tess of the d'Urbervilles to Twilight, Collins is pursing an Emerson research project in which she reads through popular children's, young adult, and adult literature to track the evolution of the young adult genre. More specifically, she hopes to chart  more
Hamilton College: Westmaas Presents at UK Conference
CLINTON, New York, July 12 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Associate Professor of Africana Studies Nigel Westmaas presented a paper at the 43rd annual conference of Society for Caribbean Studies, University of Central Lancashire, in Preston, England on July 3. Westmaas evaluated the criticism Caribbean writer, philosopher, and black icon CLR James had offered in the wake of the assassination of Guyanese historian Walter Rodney in 1980. His paper contends that there was no clear  more
Hines: Publicis Groupe Signs Lease for Renewal and Expansion of Offices at 375 Hudson
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Hines issued the following news release: Publicis Groupe has signed a 960,000-square-foot lease at 375 Hudson Street comprising a renewal of its existing 680,000-square-foot premises and an additional 280,000 square feet. The 20-year lease is the largest, longest-term deal signed in the portfolio since the formation of the Hudson Square Properties joint venture in 2016. Publicis' existing lease expires in early 2023. The expansion space term will commence in August 2019. Th  more
IBM Closes Landmark Acquisition of Red Hat for $34 Billion
ARMONK, New York, July 9 -- Red Hat, a provider of open source software solutions, issued the following news release: * * * - Defines Open, Hybrid Cloud Future * * * ARMONK, N.Y. and RALEIGH, N.C. -- IBM (NYSE:IBM) and Red Hat announced today that they have closed the transaction under which IBM acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Red Hat for $190.00 per share in cash, representing a total equity value of approximately $34 billion. The acquisition redefines the cloud  more
IEC Electronics Analysis & Testing Lab Expands Services for Defense Logistics Agency - IEC Qualifies as a Suitable Equipped Laboratory as Part of DLA's Qualified Testing Supplier List
NEWARK, New York, July 9 -- IEC Electronics, a provider of electronic manufacturing services, issued the following news release: IEC Electronics Corp. (NYSE American: IEC) ("the Company") today announced that it has expanded its services with the Defense Logistics Agency ("DLA") as a suitable equipped laboratory as part of the agency's Qualified Testing Supplier List (QTSL). The QTSL Program maintains a list of pre-qualified sources for certain electronic components in which the suppliers dem  more
IHeartMedia: Hootie & the Blowfish, Marshmello and Steve Aoki With Special Guests Darren Criss and Monsta X Join the Lineup for the 2019 IHeartRadio Music Festival
NEW YORK, July 9 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release: iHeartMedia announced today that Hootie & The Blowfish, Marshmello and Steve Aoki with special guests Darren Criss and Monsta X have been added to the iconic lineup for the 2019 iHeartRadioMusic Festival, the annual legendary concert event on Friday, September 20 and Saturday, September 21 at Las Vegas' hottest entertainment venue, T-Mobile Arena. This year, the epic two-day event will be hosted by Ryan Seacrest and will featur  more
In New White Paper, Akin Gump Examines the Private Debt Market
NEW YORK, July 8 -- Akin Gump Strauss Hauer and Feld, a law firm, issued the following news release: Akin Gump is pleased to announce the publication of "Unpacking the Dynamics of the Private Debt Market," an exclusive white paper looking at trends in private debt fundraising and deal activity. Among the findings highlighted in the report: * Following the 2008 financial crisis, nonbank lenders looking to carve out new, profitable niches--especially within the leveraged loan universe--quickly   more
Infor Releases New Solution Designed to Transform Price Management for Retailers
NEW YORK, July 10 -- Infor, an enterprise software provider, issued the following news release: * * * Infor Price Management Enables More Scalable and Efficient Price Execution * * * Infor, a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry, today announced the release and full implementation of its cloud-native price management solution at a leading national grocery retailer. Infor Price Management (IPM) is scalable, self-serviceable, and configurable, and serves as "one ver  more
ITT Completes Acquisition of Matrix Composites
WHITE PLAINS, New York, July 8 -- ITT Corp. issued the following news release: * * * - Strategic Acquisition Expands ITT's Portfolio of Aerospace Composites Products and Technologies * * * ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) announced today that it has acquired Matrix Composites, Inc., a specialty aerospace component manufacturer located on the Florida Space Coast with over two decades of experience specializing in the manufacture of precision composite components for next generation, high growth aircraft   more
JMA Announces Innovative Antenna Enhancements Across Major Product Lines
LIVERPOOL, New York, July 9 -- JMA Wireless, a wireless communications company, issued the following news release: JMA, a global leader of communication solutions, announced multiple advancements to their portfolio of antenna products. The upgraded offerings include innovative new models supporting both licensed and unlicensed spectrum, addressing the needs of today's mobile network operators. As mobile networks evolve, supporting antenna solutions must evolve in parallel, supporting both emer  more
JMA Marks 5G Development Milestone for In-Building MmWave
LIVERPOOL, New York, July 11 -- JMA Wireless, a wireless communications company, issued the following news release: * * * - Local officials and technology partners gather in historic Bologna, Italy to mark the event. JMA's In-building 5G millimeter wave solution will pave the way for future innovations with mobile operators * * * JMA announced completion of the final design phase of its 5G millimeter-wave product, specifically designed for in-building, enterprise and factory applications. Th  more
John G. Vonglis Joins GAMCO Investors as Senior Advisor
NEW YORK, July 11 -- GAMCO Investors, a financial services company, issued the following news release, dated July 8: GAMCO Investors, Inc. (NYSE:GBL) is pleased to announce the addition of The Honorable John G. Vonglis as Senior Advisor to Mario J. Gabelli, Chairman and CEO, with a primary focus on opportunities within the aerospace/defense, energy, and technology sectors. Mr. Vonglis will also serve as an advisor to LICT as it evolves into a communications provider and to LGL as it expands in   more
Jolen Anderson Joins BNY Mellon As Global Head of Human Resources
NEW YORK, July 11 -- BNY Mellon, a banking and financial services holding company, issued the following news release: BNY Mellon has appointed Jolen Anderson as Global Head of Human Resources. Ms. Anderson will join the company on September 2, 2019, reporting to Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Charles W. Scharf, and will be a member of the firm's Executive Committee. "I have known and worked closely with Jolen for several years and am thrilled to attract someone with her incredible exper  more
Legislators From Eight States Have Now Called on AT&T to Negotiate in Good Faith and Restore Nexstar's Stations and Programming
IRVING, Texas, July 9 -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: * * * - Barring Immediate Action from AT&T, Viewers in 20 Local Markets will be Unable to Access Tonight's 2019 Major League Baseball All-Star Game on DIRECTV and AT&T U-verse * * * United States Senators John Thune of South Dakota and John Kennedy of Louisiana join Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal as well as legislators from West Virginia, Ohio, South Dakota, Massachuset  more
Let the Sun Shine: 26k+ Con Edison Customers Reach Milestone in Solar Generation
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Consolidated Edison, a provider of energy-related products and services, issued the following news release: Con Edison is marking a 250-megawatt (MW) milestone in solar energy production thanks to more than 26,000 New York City and Westchester County homeowners and businesses with panel installations. Another 3,300 customers have 100 MW of solar projects in progress. Residential customers account for more than 90 percent of the projects and 50 percent of the overall capaci  more
Make Some Time and Start Something Priceless With Mastercard and Stand Up to Cancer
PURCHASE, New York, July 9 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Red Sox Manager Alex Cora and Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts may seem like unlikely allies, but out of the dugout the two are joining forces to support Mastercard and Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C). The opposing All-Star managers are coming together to encourage people to dine out with long lost friends, family, teammates - or really anyone - and remind them to make sure they bring a Mastercard so together we can support cance  more
Mastercard and Evolve Bank & Trust Help Hourly and Gig Workers Get Early Access to Wages
PURCHASE, New York, July 10 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: People who support themselves and their families with incomes from gig and hourly work often have to stitch together earnings from various sources to pay bills, budget for savings and manage financial emergencies. Mastercard today announced that it is using Mastercard Send, the company's push payment solution to enable pay advances and blend stability with flexibility for those working without traditional paychecks. "  more
Mastercard and Zoho Expand Access to Tools to Help Small Businesses Owners Around the World Thrive
PURCHASE, New York, July 11 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Mastercard today announced it is expanding its partnership with Zoho to bring small business owners around the world a comprehensive array of products and services to make running their enterprise easier, more efficient and more profitable. Every business is on a quest to increase efficiency and productivity; for small business owners it can be a matter of survival. With Zoho's platform, Mastercard is able to offer it  more
Mastercard Further Extends Payment Network With Acquisition of Transfast
PURCHASE, New York, July 9 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Today, Mastercard announced the completion of the acquisition of Transfast, a global payments company with significant cross-border network reach. Mastercard originally declared the intent to buy Transfast on March 8, 2019. The acquisition builds on Mastercard's strength in payments and drives improved transparency and certainty in cross-border transactions, enabling people and businesses to send and receive money beyo  more
Mastercard: Brighterion and Elavon to Fight Fraud With Artificial Intelligence
PURCHASE, New York, July 9 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: While the global implementation of EMV chip technology has reduced fraud activity for card payments, the payment's ecosystem is still battling the threat of new and emerging fraud payment schemes online. Brighterion, a Mastercard company, and Elavon, a global payments provider and subsidiary of U.S. Bank, have announced they will work together to integrate Brighterion's advanced artificial intelligence (AI) platform int  more
Mastercard: Simplifying Acceptance of Virtual Cards for Businesses Everywhere
PURCHASE, New York, July 9 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Companies around the world are benefiting from digitizing aspects of their business operations, but for many companies, managing incoming payments from customers can be a labor-intensive challenge. That's why, today, Mastercard is launching a Virtual Card Receivables Service, a way to digitize the reconciliation of virtual card payments for businesses of all sizes. The Virtual Card Receivables Service will aggregate in  more
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Releases AlixPartners' Preliminary Transformation Recommendations - Agency Will Be Reorganized for First Time Since Its Creation 50 Years Ago
NEW YORK, July 12 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release: The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today released a preliminary report of its transformation plan as part of widespread reforms passed in the State Budget in April. The recommendations for this historic reorganization - the first in the MTA's 51-year history - were made following an extensive evaluation process conducted by AlixPartners, and will prepare the agency to dr  more
Moody's Analytics Wins Credit Data Provider of the Year at Risk Technology Awards
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Moody's Analytics, a provider of financial intelligence, issued the following news release: Moody's Analytics, a global provider of financial intelligence, has won Credit Data Provider of the Year in the 2019 Risk Technology Awards. It's one of six categories won, spanning finance, accounting, regulatory, and credit functions. The combined strength of Moody's Analytics offerings earned the Credit Data Provider of the Year award. "We're honored by this recognition," said Ja  more
Moody's Analytics Wins Wholesale Credit Modelling Software of the Year at Risk Technology Awards
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Moody's Analytics, a provider of financial intelligence, issued the following news release: Moody's Analytics, a global provider of financial intelligence, has won Wholesale Credit Modelling Software of the Year in the 2019 Risk Technology Awards. It's one of six categories won, spanning finance, accounting, regulatory, and credit functions. A suite of integrated Moody's Analytics offerings contributed to this win, including the CreditEdge(TM) solution, which delivers a le  more
More Than Three-Quarters of Companies Are Missing Growth Opportunities in the Supply Chain, According to a New Accenture Report
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Secrets to Unlocking Growth Include Smart Digital Investments, a Laser Focus on Customers and Effective Ecosystems * * * In today's era of ever-growing focus on the customer, only a small number of forward-thinking companies are realizing the unique opportunity their supply chains offer to better meet customer needs, fuel competitiveness and uncover growth, according to a new rep  more
N.Y. De Blasio Administration Files Amicus Brief to Support Evidence-Based Overdose Prevention Efforts
NEW YORK, July 11 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: The de Blasio Administration today announced it has joined five other cities and counties across the country in filing an amicus brief supporting a nonprofit being sued by the U.S. Department of Justice for its attempt to open an overdose prevention site. "We have a moral obligation to save lives and connect people to addiction treatment, and New York City is on the front lines of the opioid crisis," said May  more
N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Signs Bills to Share State Income Tax Returns
ALBANY, New York, July 8 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Cuomo: "By amending the law enforcement exception in New York State tax code to include Congressional tax-related committees, this bill gives Congress the ability to fulfill its Constitutional responsibilities, strengthen our democratic system and ensure that no one is above the law." * * * Governor Cuomo today signed into law S.5072-A/A.7194A and S.6146/A.7750, which amend the law enforceme  more
N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Administration Reaches Milestone Goal of 9,000 City-Certified M/WBEs
NEW YORK, July 8 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - The number of City-certified M/WBEs has doubled since Mayor de Blasio created the Mayor's Office of M/WBEs in 2016 * * * Mayor Bill de Blasio and Deputy Mayor for Strategic Policy Initiatives and Citywide M/WBE Director J. Phillip Thompson announced today that the City reached its goal of 9,000 City-certified Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs) by the end of June 2019. This represe  more
N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Announces New Speed Camera Law is Now in Effect
NEW YORK, July 11 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - With law taking effect today, the reach and impact of speed cameras has doubled, as hours and days of operation dramatically expand; DOT is installing hundreds of new cameras at an unprecedented pace, including along crash-prone East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx * * * Mayor de Blasio announced today that New York City's new speed camera law is now in effect. To mark the first day of the expanded prog  more
N.Y. Mayor De Blasio, Speaker Johnson Help District Council 1707 Local 205 and the Day Care Council of New York Reach Tentative Contract Agreement for Early Childhood Education Employees
NEW YORK, July 9 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - Contract follows de Blasio Administration's budget handshake commitment to address issues of early childhood teacher recruitment and retention * * * Mayor Bill de Blasio, Speaker Corey Johnson, Labor Relations Commissioner Renee Campion, Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza, District Council 37 Executive Director Henry Garrido, District Council 1707 Executive Director Kim Medina and Day Care Council o  more
N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation 'On The Front Lines' Video Features Human Resources Specialist Heath Boomhower
ALBANY, New York, July 12 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos is proud to present the latest episode of "On the Front Lines," the agency's video series profiling staff and their work to conserve the environment, protect New York's natural resources, and serve the public. "We are proud of DEC's 'On the Front Lines' series which gives the public a   more
N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation and Agriculture & Markets Announce State's Sixth Annual Invasive Species Awareness Week, July 7-13
ALBANY, New York, July 8 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - DEC and Local Partners Launch New Pilot to Reduce Potential for Aquatic Invasive Species to Enter Lake George - Public Events Scheduled across the State * * * The New York State Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Agriculture and Markets (DAM) today announced the state's sixth annual Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW) runs through July 13. Go  more
N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Dispatches New York Forest Ranger to Assist Helicopter Crews Battling Alaska Wildfires
ALBANY, New York, July 8 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - Forest Ranger to Support Alaska Firefighting Efforts for Two Weeks * * * New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that a DEC Forest Ranger is heading to Alaska to assist in the containment of wildfires. The Ranger will support firefighting efforts as a helicopter manager in Alaska's Delta Area Forest   more
N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights
ALBANY, New York, July 10 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: 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 and worked on cases that resulted in 20,665 ti  more
N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Statewide Forest Ranger Actions for 7/1 - 7/7/19
ALBANY, New York, July 10 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: 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 from the backcountry. In 2018, DEC Forest Rangers conducted 34  more
N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation: Air Quality Health Advisory Issued for New York City Metro and Long Island
ALBANY, New York, July 9 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos and State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner Howard Zucker, M.D., J.D. issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the New York City Metro and Long Island areas for Wednesday, July 10, 2019. The pollutant of concern is: Ozone The advisory will be in effect 11 a.m. through 11 p.m. D  more
New York A.G. James and Comptroller DiNapoli Announce Guilty Plea Of Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas
WESTCHESTER, New York, July 8 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - Thomas Admitted to Stealing Campaign Funds, Falsely Filing a Disclosure Report with the State Board of Elections - Thomas Must Resign Effective September 30, 2019 * * * Attorney General Letitia James and Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the guilty plea of Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas for stealing campaign funds and lying about those funds on a disclosure  more
New York A.G. James Announces Funds to Combat Zombie Homes and Revitalize Neighborhoods
UTICA, New York, July 10 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - More than 45 Municipalities throughout New York to Receive $9 Million in Grants to Reduce the Number of Abandoned Properties * * * New York State Attorney General Letitia James today announced the recipients of $9 million in grants to address the growing statewide issue of "zombie homes" - vacant or abandoned homes that are not maintained during a prolonged foreclosure proceeding. T  more
New York A.G. James Announces Settlement With Ticket Resale Companies for Selling Tickets They Never Owned
NEW YORK, July 10 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - TicketNetwork, Ticket Galaxy, and Owner Donald Vaccaro Tricked Consumers into Purchasing Non-Existent Tickets, Often at Dramatically Inflated Prices - TicketNetwork, Ticket Galaxy, and Vaccaro Will Pay $1.55 Million and Adopt Reforms Designed to Protect Ticket Purchasers * * * New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced a settlement resolving a lawsuit against TicketNetwork,   more
New York A.G. James Fights to Defend Human Rights of Immigrant Children in Civil Detention
NEW YORK, July 10 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - Legal Action Seeks Immediate Relief for Children - In Deplorable and Inhumane "Torture Facilities" * * * New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced she and a coalition of 19 additional Attorneys General from around the country filed an amicus brief to defend the human rights of immigrant children in civil detention in the United States. The amicus brief seeks immediate relief  more
New York A.G. James Issues Statement on Census Citizenship Question
NEW YORK, July 11 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement on President Trump's announcement that he will not add a citizenship question to the 2020 decennial census: "Reason has finally prevailed, and President Trump will no longer pursue a citizenship question on the 2020 decennial census. "After more than 800 days of attempting to break with its own past practice, the federal government will proceed in the manner as their own Census Bureau had recommended fr  more
New York A.G. James Issues Statement on Death of President Figueroa
ALBANY, New York, July 12 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement on the death of Service Employees International Union 32BJ President Hector Figueroa: "Today, New York lost a giant. Hector Figueroa was a true fighter and hero of the people, and I am profoundly saddened to learn of his passing. "He dedicated his entire life to empowering and uplifting everyday people -- a champion of racial, economic, and social justice for all. "Beyond his work to move our s  more
New York A.G. James Leads Coalition Opposing Trump Administration Rule to Deny Critical Housing Assistance to Immigrants
NEW YORK, July 9 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - Proposed Rule Could Leave More Than 55,000 Children Homeless * * * Attorney General Letitia James, leading a coalition of 23 states, today submitted a comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing a new rule proposal that would deny housing assistance to mixed-status families that include any undocumented immigrants. The new proposal would result in t  more
New York City Comptroller, State Senator Liu, Assemblymember Hail Signed Legislation Reforming, Modernizing Green Roof Tax Abatement
NEW YORK, July 8 -- New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer issued the following news release: * * * - Green roofs only cover 1 in 1,000 buildings across the five boroughs, with only seven roofs citywide participating in the current abatement program - Legislation stems from Comptroller Stringer recommendations to boost the credit from $5.25 to $15 per square foot in areas in the city that most need green space * * * Today, New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer, State Senator John  more
New York City Economic Development Corp. Opens Community Green Space in Willoughby Square
NEW YORK, July 9 -- The New York City Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release: * * * - Temporary space will be open through Summer 2020, when further development of the 1.15-acre site will begin * * * New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), Council member Stephen T. Levin, the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, and Community Board 2 today celebrated the opening of new temporary open space at the future site of Willoughby Square. This temporary green space,   more
New York City Law Department: Corporation Counsel Zachary Carter to Retire in August
NEW YORK, July 12 -- The New York City Law Department issued the following news release: Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced that Zachary W. Carter, the City's Corporation Counsel, will be retiring from his post at the end of August of this year. When he retires, Carter will have served nearly six years as the City's chief legal officer, one the City's longest-serving in the history of the Law Department. "On behalf of the entire City, I want to thank Zach for his almost six years of dedicate  more
New York Gov. Cuom Announces New Elmont Train Station, the First New Full-Time Long Island Rail Road Station in Nearly 50 Years
ALBANY, New York, July 8 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the transformational $1.26 billion Belmont Park Redevelopment Project will benefit from a full-time Long Island Rail Road train station, the first full-time LIRR station in nearly 50 years, helping mitigate traffic concerns and providing a new amenity to the Elmont community. In addition, Governor Cuomo released an analysis of the project's economic impact, whic  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces $15 Million Future Grid Challenge to Modernize New York's Electric Grid
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Up to $3 Million Available per Challenge Area for Technologies that Help Utilities Overcome Energy Transmission and Distribution System Challenges - Program Supports New York's Aggressive Green New Deal that Puts New York State on a Path to Carbon Neutrality * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the first round of funding for the $15 million Future Grid Challenge, a program to hel  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Availability of $350 Million for Water System Upgrades Statewide
ALBANY, New York, July 8 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that $350 million is now available through the Water Infrastructure Improvement Act and the Intermunicipal Water Infrastructure Grant Program for municipalities with infrastructure projects that protect public health or improve water quality. The Governor also announced that New York's Health Commissioner, Dr. Howard Zucker, has accepted the New York State Dri  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Empire State Entertainment Diversity Job Training Development Fund
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - First-in-the-Nation Fund to Allocate Percentage of Film Tax Credits for Job Training and Workforce Development - Fund to Provide More Than $1 Million Per Year to Foster Diversity and Workforce Readiness Across the Entertainment Industry * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the first-in-the-nation Empire State Entertainment Diversity Job Training Development Fund. Productions part  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces New York Opposition to Federal Government's Proposed Rule Change on Mixed Immigration Status Households
ALBANY, New York, July 10 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Eight State Agencies Submit Public Comment in Opposition to HUD's Ban of Mixed Immigration Status Households from Federal Housing Assistance Programs * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a robust multi-agency opposition to the federal government's proposed rule change that would ban mixed immigration status households from receiving federal housing assistance. The U.S. Department   more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Opening of $2 Million Revitalized Camp Junior for Bronx Youth
ALBANY, New York, July 10 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Located in Harriman State Park, Camp Honors Lesandro "Junior" Guzman-Feliz, Killed in 2018 Bronx Attack - In Partnership with Fresh Air Fund and Bronx Leaders, 500 Young Campers Will Learn Anti-Violence, Anti-Gang Skills This Summer * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the opening of Camp Junior, a summer camp for youth from targeted neighborhoods in the Bronx. The revitalized ca  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Opening of Youth Clubhouse in New York City
ALBANY, New York, July 10 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - First Clubhouse on Staten Island Will Offer Safe, Substance-Free, Peer-Supported Environment for Young People Affected by Addiction * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the opening of the new "Staying Healthy" youth clubhouse on Staten Island to help young people who have been affected by addiction. The Clubhouse will provide a place for young people in recovery or at risk of addi  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Burning of Pride Flag Outside Harlem LGBTQ Bar
ALBANY, New York, July 8 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement: "I am appalled by the burning of yet another pride flag outside an LGBTQ bar in Harlem. "This act of hate is repugnant to our values of equality and inclusion, and we will not stand by and allow these cowardly acts to continue in New York. "I am once again directing the State Police Hate Crimes Unit to assist the NYPD with its investigation and hold those responsible accountable to the fullest extent o  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Death of President Figueroa
ALBANY, New York, July 12 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on the death of Service Employees International Union 32BJ President Hector Figueroa: "I am beyond heartbroken to learn of the sudden passing of Hector Figueroa - a towering figure in politics and a hero of the labor community who did untold good for the working people of this state and this nation. "Hector was a champion for working people, minorities, the poor, the voiceless. "Together with Hector, we  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Metropolitan Transportation Authority Preliminary Reorganization Plan
ALBANY, New York, July 12 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on Metropolitan Transportation Authority preliminary reorganization plan: "The MTA's preliminary reorganization plan is conceptually right and has been recommended by various consultants and administrations over the years. "However, the MTA's recurring failure has been the lack of execution and performance. Either they get it done or they don't. "Only time will tell, and time and the riders' patience ar  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Michael Goodwin's Column
ALBANY, New York, July 12 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement in response to Michael Goodwin's column in the New York Post: "Michael Goodwin's column again shows his political ideology blinds him to obvious and irrefutable facts. Governor Cuomo has never put his politics above the interests of the state. He completed an historic 8 budgets on time working with a Democratic Assembly as well as a Republican-led Senate. "Governor Cuomo offered the same cooperative post  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Reports of Plan to Deport Immigrants
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement: "There are multiple reports that the Trump Administration will launch its previously announced blitz of ICE raids across the country this Sunday, including here in New York. This shameful assault on families across the country will no doubt lead to further separations of children from their parents and 'collateral arrests' by ICE, where individuals with no orders of deportation will be detained. "This p  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Trump Administration's Threat to Deport 1 Million Immigrants
ALBANY, New York, July 8 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement: "Once again, the Trump Administration is reportedly gearing up to send ICE agents into our cities with plans to deport 1 million people. This is the latest example of this administration's politicization of immigration in this country and constant assault on the civil rights and dignity of individuals and families. "New York will continue to stand with all immigrants to ensure they have the full protecti  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on White Supremacist Materials in Downtown Troy
ALBANY, New York, July 8 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement: "I am deeply disturbed by the white supremacist materials that were found plastered on telephone poles and mailboxes in downtown Troy. "These materials are not just spreading hate speech, they are inciting fear and division within our communities, and we must all stand together and disavow this hate-fueled rhetoric immediately. "I am directing the State Police Hate Crimes Task Force to assist local auth  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Launches New 'See the Catskills Like Never Before' Summer Tourism Campaign at 2019 Catskill Challenge
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a new three-pronged summer tourism campaign to bring even more visitors to the Catskills this season, following the successful 2016 Catskill Challenge and tourism campaign. The new "See the Catskills Like Never Before" campaign, announced at this year's 2019 Catskill Challenge, will include a new TV and online ad and other targeted marketing materials promoting  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Pay Equity Legislation to Close the Gender Wage Gap
ALBANY, New York, July 10 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Cuomo today signed into law legislation that expands equal pay laws to prohibit unequal pay on the basis of a protected class for all substantially similar work (S5248B/A8093A), and forbids employers from asking prospective employees about their salary history (S6549/A5308B). Governor Cuomo also called on U.S. Soccer to pay the women's national team the same as the men's national team. The Go  more
New York Gov. Cuomo Signs S6209A/A7797A to Make Clear Civil Rights Laws Ban Discrimination Against Hair Styles or Textures Associated With Race
ALBANY, New York, July 12 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Cuomo today signed into law S.6209A/A.7797A, which amends the Human Rights Law and Dignity for All Students Act to make clear that discrimination based on race includes hairstyles or traits associated with race. "For much of our nation's history, people of color - particularly women - have been marginalized and discriminated against simply because of their hair style or texture," Governor C  more
New York Gov. Cuomo: After 50 Years of Delay, Governor Cuomo Announces New Exit 3 to Improve Accessibility at Albany International Airport
ALBANY, New York, July 9 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced plans for a new Exit 3 that will provide more direct access to Albany International Airport and alleviate traffic along the Northway, both northbound and southbound. The new exit, which had been talked about for 50 years without coming to fruition, is a key aspect in the airport's $104.6 million modernization which includes construction of a new parking garage a  more
New York Health + Hospitals and St. George's University Award $1.8 Million in CityDoctors Scholarship to 12 NYC Medical Students
NEW YORK, July 12 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * - CityDoctors scholarship awardees commit to practicing primary care medicine for at least two years at one of NYC Health + Hospitals' acute care facilities - Partnership was launched in 2012 to help address the shortage of primary care physicians and to increase educational and career opportunities for local students * * * NYC Health + Hospitals and St. George's University School of Medicine hav  more
New York Life's Schools Initiative Surpasses Milestone With More Than 1,000 Schools Nationwide Taking Action to Foster Culture of Grief Sensitivity
NEW YORK, July 11 -- New York Life Insurance, a mutual life insurance company, issued the following news release: The New York Life Foundation, the largest corporate sponsor of childhood bereavement support, today announced it has surpassed its goal of providing grief training and resources to 1,000 schools across the country through the Grief-Sensitive School Initiative (GSSI). Launched in October 2018, the award-winning program has reached more than 25,000 school community members in 46 state  more
New York Mayor de Blasio Issues Transcript on Appearance at Live on MSNBC's Velshi & Ruhle
NEW YORK, July 11 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript: Ali Velshi: Welcome back to Velshi & Ruhle. Overnight, we learned the Trump administration is reportedly planning to carry out nationwide immigration raids this Sunday, according to two senior Department of Homeland Security officials. They are expected to happen in 10 major cities, including right here in New York. The Mayor of New York City and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Bill de Blasio joins us now  more
New York Mayor De Blasio Issues Transcript on Appearance at Live on The Brian Lehrer Show
NEW YORK, July 12 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript: Brian Lehrer: It's the Brian Lehrer Show on WNYC. Good morning, everyone. And we'll begin as we usually do on Fridays with our weekly Ask the Mayor segment, my questions and yours for Mayor Bill de Blasio. Our phone lines are open 2-1-2-4-3-3-WNYC, 4-3-3-9-6-9-2. It's been a few weeks. We were off last week. We were on tape and the week before that, it was the day after the Democratic debate and we did special c  more
New York Power Authority Announces Partnership With Israel on Energy-Sector Innovation Challenge
WHITE PLAINS, New York, July 8 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: * * * - $2.5 Million Competition among Israeli Firms with Expertise in Energy Efficiency, Clean Energy Generation and Cybersecurity * * * The New York Power Authority (NYPA) and the Israel Smart Energy Association (ISEA) are holding a competition among innovative Israeli firms with expertise in energy efficiency, clean energy generation and cybersecurity to address the growing demand of ne  more
New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie Issues Statement on Death of President Figueroa
ALBANY, New York, July 12 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following statement by Speaker Carl E. Heastie on the death of 32BJ Service Employees International Union President Hector Figueroa: "I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Hector Figueroa, one of the great champions of today's labor movement and of the rights of all people. "Hector spent his career fighting to improve people's lives. In addition to being a friend, he was a critical partner in the progressive policies  more
New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie Issues Statement on Green Light Law
ALBANY, New York, July 10 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following statement by Speaker Carl E. Heastie on the Green Light Law: "Legal attempts by the Erie County Clerk and others to block the Green Light Law, which will allow immigrants to obtain a New York driver's license, are shortsighted and just plain wrong. The landmark legislation passed by the legislature this year and signed into law by Governor Cuomo promotes public safety, protects our state's economy and ensures every Ne  more
New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
ALBANY, New York, July 8 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the following local government audits have been issued. Village of Bainbridge - Conflict of Interest (Chenango County) Auditors found the village made 19 purchases of materials and supplies totaling $4,190 from a hardware store owned by a trustee and his spouse. The New York State General Municipal Law limits the ability of   more
New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
ALBANY, New York, July 10 -- 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. Cazenovia Central School District - Information Technology (Madison County) Auditors found that district officials did not provide cybersecurity awareness training to employees, they did not disable or remove unnecessary user accounts on the network and they failed to p  more
New York State Comptroller DiNapoli: Tax Cap Remains at Two Percent for 2020
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: Property tax levy growth for local governments with fiscal years that close on Dec. 31 will be capped at 2 percent for the 2020 fiscal year, according to State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. This figure affects the tax cap calculations for all counties, towns, fire districts, 44 cities and 10 villages. "The allowable levy growth will be 2 percent for the second year in a row, however,  more
New York State Department of Financial Services Issues Statement on Upholding Return of Art Stolen
ALBANY, New York, July 10 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following statement by Superintendent Linda A. Lacewell regarding New York appeals court upholding the return of art stolen during the Holocaust to rightful owners: "DFS applauds the court's recognition of New York's strong public policy in protecting the rights of owners of lost or stolen cultural property. As the court correctly stated, New York will not be a haven for such illegal trafficking. "DFS's  more
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Streamlines Ticketing Phone System to Save Customers Time
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles issued the following news release: * * * - Improvements Part of Initiative to Improve Customer Service; Time Callers Spend on Phone Cut By Two-Thirds * * * The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today announced customers are saving time thanks to a recent streamlining of the phone lines for the department's Ticketing office and the addition of a new callback feature. These changes are only one part o  more
New York State Office of Mental Health Expands Telepsychiatry Regulations to Increase Access to Mental Health Services
ALBANY, New York, July 9 -- The New York State Office of Mental Health issued the following news release: * * * - New Guidelines Allow More Providers to Utilize Telehealth Technology; Will Decrease Wait Time, Improve Access in Underserved Areas * * * The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) today announced the adoption of new, expanded telepsychiatry regulations to give New Yorkers greater access to a range of mental health services using electronic communication. The new regulation  more
New York State Power Authority and Canal Corporation Board of Trustees and Board of Directors Audit Committee to Meet July 9
WHITE PLAINS, New York, July 6 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation's Audit Committee will hold a meeting on Tuesday, July 9, at NYPA's White Plains administrative office building, 123 Main Street, in the 16th floor board room at 9 a.m. Consistent with Section 104(4) of the open meetings law, the public has the right to attend the meeting at NYPA's White Plains administrative office building. The meeting ca  more
New York State PSC Approves Settlement With Charter Communications
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release: * * * - Charter Required to Expand High-Speed Broadband Network to 145,000 Residences and Businesses Entirely in Upstate New York - Charter Will Pay Extra $12 Million to Further Expand Broadband Service to Additional Premises * * * The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today approved an agreement with Charter Communications Inc., known as Spectrum, to resolve disp  more
New York State PSC Approves Westchester County Clean Energy Plan
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release: * * * - Consumer Awareness Program Will Educate Westchester Residents and Businesses About Available Clean, Renewable and Energy Efficient Options - Energy Efficient Buildings Provides Higher Quality of Life, Making Westchester a More Attractive Place to Live and Work * * * The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today approved the implementation of a consumer aware  more
New York State PSC Considers Steps to Improve NY American Water's Customer Service
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release: * * * - Independent Consultant Uncovers Problems that Led to Sharp Rise in Consumer Complaints - Steps Taken to Improve Communications and Customer Service * * * ALBANY -- The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today accepted an independent auditor's final report regarding the elevated number of bill complaints and related issues at New York American Water, Inc. (N  more
New York State PSC: National Grid Faces Possible Financial Penalty in Enforcement Action
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release: * * * - Investigation Started by Anonymous Tip Finds National Grid's Downstate Gas Utilities Failed to Adequately Train Natural Gas Pipe Installers * * * The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission), after a lengthy and detailed investigation by the staff of the Department of Public Service, ordered National Grid's two downstate gas utilities -- Brooklyn Union Gas Company  more
Newmark Knight Frank Arranges Sale of Three-Property Office Portfolio in Chicago's Fulton Market District
NEW YORK, July 12 -- Newmark Knight Frank, a division of BGC Partners, issued the following news release, dated July 10: Newmark Knight Frank (NKF) is pleased to announce that the firm successfully arranged the sale of a three-property office/retail portfolio in Chicago's Fulton Market District. NKF Senior Managing Director Andy Gallas and Managing Director Gino Tabbi of NKF's Chicago office, oversaw the transaction on behalf of the seller, a joint venture between Madison Capital and ASB Real E  more
Newmark Knight Frank Denver's Andrew Blaustein Promoted to Senior Managing Director
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Newmark Knight Frank, a division of BGC Partners, issued the following news release: Newmark Knight Frank (NKF) is pleased to announce the promotion of Andrew Blaustein to senior managing director. Located in the Denver office, Mr. Blaustein is a tenant representation specialist with 13 years of experience. He was named the NKF Denver Top Producer for 2018. "NKF recruits, attains and develops the brightest minds in the industry, and Andrew is an outstanding example the type  more
Newmark Knight Frank Sells Battlefield Overlook I in Manassas, Virginia for $5.3 Million
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Newmark Knight Frank, a division of BGC Partners, issued the following news release: Newmark Knight Frank (NKF) announces the sale of Battlefield Overlook I, a 33,330-square-foot office building located at 10440 Balls Ford Road, Manassas, VA. The Class-A property was purchased by NKASR, LLC for $5.3 million. Executive Managing Director Larry FitzGerald and Director Cole Spalding of Newmark Knight Frank facilitated the sale on behalf of the owner. "Battlefield Overlook I is  more
Newmark Knight Frank Signs Miro to ROW Downtown Los Angeles
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Newmark Knight Frank, a division of BGC Partners, issued the following news release: Newmark Knight Frank (NKF) has announced the completion of a new lease for Miro for its US headquarters. The Perm, Russia-based visual collaboration platform, which assists companies in creating, collaborating, and centralizing communication across organizations will locate its US headquarters to more than 7,178 square feet of office space at ROW DTLA. NKF Executive Managing Director Ryan H  more
Newmark Knight Frank: Suburban Baltimore Office Sales Up By 24% in First Six Months of 2019
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Newmark Knight Frank, a division of BGC Partners, issued the following news release: Newmark Knight Frank (NKF) reports in the first six months of 2019, the Baltimore suburban office market saw an increase in sales, as compared to the first six months of 2018, of close to 25 percent. Suburban office sales in the first six months of 2019 totaled $246 million compared to the first six months of 2018 which totaled $187 million. "Investors are looking for opportunities in stabl  more
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital: Weill Cornell Medicine Physician Assistant Named Physician Assistant of the Year
NEW YORK, July 12 -- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital issued the following news release: Matthew Laghezza, chief physician assistant in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine and the Lisa Perry Emergency Center at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, was named 2018 Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant of the Year by the Society of Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants. The award recognizes physician assistants who demonstrate exceptional service and leade  more
NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital Designated As a Level I Children's Surgery Center by the American College of Surgeons
NEW YORK, July 10 -- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital issued the following news release: NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital has been verified as a Level I Children's Surgery Center by the American College of Surgeons' (ACS) Children's Surgery Verification Committee. A Level I verification is the organization's highest distinction in providing quality children's surgical care across all relevant disciplines. NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital is the only ch  more
Nielsen and SagamoreHill Broadcasting Announce Multi-Year Agreement for Local T.V.
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) and SagamoreHill Broadcasting, LLC announced today that they have reached a multi-year agreement for Nielsen Local TV measurement services for two markets. The stations are WVNC-NBC and WLTZ-NBC/WLTZ-DT2-CW, respectively, in Watertown-NY and Columbus-GA (Opelika-AL). "We are pleased to be working again with Nielsen," said Louis Wall, President and CEO of SagamoreHill Bro  more
Nielsen Launches Podcast Listener Buying Power Service With IHeartmedia, Cadence13, Stitcher, Westwood One And Cabana As Charter Clients
NEW YORK, July 10 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: * * * - New Service Provides Podcasters And Brands With Compelling Insights Matching Podcast Listeners By Genre With Their Buying Habits * * * Today, Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) announced the launch of the Nielsen Podcast Listener Buying Power Service from Nielsen Scarborough, with iHeartMedia; Cadence13; Midroll, Stitcher's advertising arm; Westwood One and cabana as charter clients. For the firs  more
Nielsen Launches Podcast Listener Buying Power Service With IHeartmedia, Cadence13, Stitcher, Westwood One, Cabana as Charter Clients
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: * * * - New Service Provides Podcasters And Brands With Compelling Insights Matching Podcast Listeners By Genre With Their Buying Habits * * * Today, Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) announced the launch of the Nielsen Podcast Listener Buying Power Service from Nielsen Scarborough, with iHeartMedia; Cadence13; Midroll, Stitcher's advertising arm; Westwood One and cabana as charter clients. For the first  more
Northern Trust Selected by Anchorage Capital Group for Hedge Fund Administration
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 9 -- Northern Trust, an international financial services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Northern Trust Announced It Has Been Appointed By Anchorage Capital Group, A Leading New York-Based Investment Adviser, As Its Strategic Partner For Hedge Fund Administration. * * * Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) announced today it has been appointed by Anchorage Capital Group, L.L.C., a leading New York-based investment adviser, as its strategic partner for hed  more
Paul Hastings: Global Banks Make $529 Million Cross-Border Syndicated Term Loan to Televisa
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news: Paul Hastings LLP, a leading global law firm, announced that it represented a syndicate of banks, including BBVA Bancomer, Citigroup and Santander Mexico as joint book-runners, in a cross-border New York law-governed term loan facility extended to Grupo Televisa, S.A.B. The Mexican peso-denominated facility was funded on July 5, 2019 in the amount of MXN 10 billion (approximately US$529 million). The covenants under the   more
Pillsbury's Global Energy Practice Expands Offerings Through Affiliation With Resolute Strategies and U.S. Policy Advisor Richard Mroz
NEW YORK, July 10 -- Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - NJBPU's Immediate Past President, Mroz Offers a Wealth of Government Experience * * * Pillsbury has teamed with distinguished Energy regulator, lawyer and lobbyist Richard S. Mroz, Esq. as a consultant to assist its clients. A Managing Director of Resolute Strategies LLC, Mroz will assist the firm's clients in connection with regulatory concerns and governmental relations, particularl  more
Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Issues Joint Statement on Death of President Figueroa
NEW YORK, July 12 -- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey issued the following joint statement by Chairman Kevin O'Toole, Executive Director Rick Cotton and the Board of Commissioners on the death of 32BJ Service Employees International Union President Hector Figueroa: "We are extremely saddened to learn of the sudden and untimely passing of Hector Figueroa, who advocated tirelessly on behalf of working people and so many who lacked a voice. "Hector's leadership was critical to our h  more
Port Authority Unveils Comprehensive 30-Year Plan to Accommodate Future Growth and Development of Port of New York and New Jersey
NEW YORK, July 9 -- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey issued the following news release: * * * - New framework will build on previous plan, which saw the Bayonne Bridge raised, port channels deepened to 50 feet, container terminals expanded, roadway capacity increased and the ship-to-rail network completed; - Master plan released as port is experiencing record growth in cargo volume, pushing it into the position of No. 2 in the nation for the first time in two decades, surpassing   more
Prime Day Has Lots of New Players, But It is Still Amazon's Game, Reports NPD's Checkout
PORT WASHINGTON, New York, July 12 -- The NPD Group, a market research company, issued the following news release: More than two-thirds of Amazon Prime members plan to shop Amazon during the Prime Day shopping event on July 15 and 16, 2019, according to new insights from The NPD Group's Checkout receipt mining service. While many other retailers are jumping on the Prime Day bandwagon with deals of their own, just 15 percent of these consumers plan to shop both Amazon and other retailers. "Prim  more
Reed Smith Taps Deep Bench of Talent in Naming New Leaders: Cameron Is Managing Partner - Americas
NEW YORK, July 8 -- Reed Smith, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - Ellis Is Global Chair of Litigation Department - Kwuon Is Co-Chair of Global Commercial Disputes * * * Reed Smith today announced the election of Douglas E. Cameron, Global Chair of the firm's Litigation Department and a member of its Senior Management Team, as its next Managing Partner - Americas. Cameron will succeed Michael B. Pollack in the position. Reed Smith has 1,185 lawyers in the Americas. Rela  more
Renewable Natural Gas Now Available in New York City as Clean Energy Opens Fueling Station in the South Bronx
SEAL BEACH, California, July 10 -- Clean Energy Fuels issued the following news release: Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (Nasdaq: CLNE), the leading provider of natural gas fuel for transportation in North America, welcomed city officials, community leaders, and environmental advocates to the opening of its newest natural gas fueling station in Hunts Point--the first station in New York City to exclusively offer renewable natural gas (RNG) for medium- and heavy-duty vehicle fleets. "A few blocks from  more
Ripley Entertainment: Goat Yoga Brunch at the Palace!
NEW YORK, July 8 -- Ripley Entertainment issued the following news: Yoga? Goats? Mimosas? Mark your calendars because Ripley's Believe It or Not! at the Palace in Grand Prairie is stepping up the strange and unusual with a Goat Yoga Brunch on Saturday, July 13th at 9am. This is not a traditional yoga experience. Goat Yoga is Animal-Assisted Therapy in a natural environment with an unexpectedly intelligent, social, and extremely cuddly animal...a Goat! Believe It or Not!, the Palace has been s  more
Rochester Institute of Technology Professor Receives Jefferson Science Fellowship to Serve With U.S. Department of State
ROCHESTER, New York, July 9 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * - Professor John Kerekes to assist government with eco-diplomacy and citizen science initiatives * * * A Rochester Institute of Technology professor will spend the next year advising the U.S. Department of State on issues including its air quality monitoring program and Earth Challenge 2020, the world's largest ever coordinated citizen science campaign. Professor John Kerekes is one of 1  more
Rochester Institute of Technology's CyberCorps Cybersecurity Scholarship Program Renewed by NSF Grant
ROCHESTER, New York, July 9 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * - 24 new scholars to receive tuition, stipends in return for working in U.S. cybersecurity * * * Rochester Institute of Technology will use a $5.5 million federal grant to grow a program that trains the next generation of cybersecurity professionals who will help secure the nation. The National Science Foundation awarded RIT the five-year grant that will renew funding for the CyberCorp  more
Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council Adopts Residency Ordinance
AKWESASNE, New York, July 8 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council signed Tribal Council Resolution #2019 - 28 on Wednesday, Ohiarihko:wa/July 3, 2019 adopting a Residency Ordinance that was passed by tribal referendum on Ohiari:ha/June 1, 2019. Tribal members voted 493 in favor of the Tribal Council adopting the ordinance, with 217 votes in opposition and 28 votes voided. The Residenc  more
Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Proposes Medical Marijuana Ordinance
AKWESASNE, New York, July 11 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: Pursuant to a referendum approved by tribal voters on Tsiothorha/December 3, 2016, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe was authorized to explore the regulation of medical marijuana. Proposed regulations have now been drafted and three public meetings dates have been identified to present a Draft Medical Marijuana Ordinance to tribal membership: July 13th, July 25  more
Sangamo and Pfizer Announce Updated Phase 1/2 Results for SB-525 Investigational Hemophilia a Gene Therapy Showing Sustained Increased Factor III Levels
NEW YORK, July 5 -- Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company, issued the following news release: Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGMO), a genomic medicine company, and Pfizer, Inc. (NYSE: PFE) today announced updated results from the Phase 1/2 Alta study evaluating investigational SB-525 gene therapy for severe hemophilia A. The data showed that SB-525 was generally well-tolerated and demonstrated a dose-dependent increase in Factor VIII (FVIII) activity levels. The first two patients treated at th  more
Savills Adds Dispositions Services Headed by Gerard Staudt
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Savills Studley, a real estate firm, issued the following news: Savills announced today that it has expanded its portfolio of services and solutions to include a specialization exclusively focused on delivering timely cashflow for clients' surplus real estate primarily through leasing, sales and sale-leasebacks. The firm has hired dispositions expert and industry veteran Gerard J. Staudt as a senior managing director and head of Dispositions, North America. "Savills focus o  more
Savills Bolsters Global Retail Services Team in Canada
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Savills Studley, a real estate firm, issued the following news: International real estate services provider Savills announces the expansion of its global Retail Services team with the addition of Kenny Lam as an associate director in Toronto. He will assist in expanding the firm's global Retail Services platform in Canada while providing customized real estate solutions for retail clients in major markets across the world. "Savills global Retail Services platform offers spe  more
Savills Completes Headquarters Expansion for Insomniac Games
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Savills Studley, a real estate firm, issued the following news: Savills represented Insomniac Games in the expansion of its Burbank headquarters located at 2255 North Ontario Street. The video game developer leased an additional 11,437 square feet of office space at the Media Studios complex, bringing its total occupancy to 53,094 square feet. Insomniac currently occupies the top floor of the five-story, 215,000-square-foot building and will expand into a portion of the four  more
Scholastic Announces Dog Man 'Do Good' Campaign Inspired by the Global Bestselling Series by Dav Pilkey
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release: Scholastic, the global children's publishing, education and media company, launches "Do Good," a campaign to encourage readers of all ages to give back and make a positive impact in their communities. Inspired by the characters and themes in the worldwide bestselling Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey, highlights from the initiative include a transcontinental book tour featuring ev  more
Signs by Tomorrow Franchisee Experiences Remarkable Wide Format Growth With Fujifilm's Acuity Select 26
VALHALLA, New York, July 10 -- Fujifilm USA issued the following news: Signs By Tomorrow Arlington Heights - Arlington Heights, Illinois, has developed a reputation as a 'very creative and reliable' family-owned signs and graphics company within Chicago's northwest suburbs, and attributes much of its success to Fujifilm's Acuity Select 26, a versatile high quality UV inkjet flatbed press, suitable for a variety of unique print applications. Signs By Tomorrow Arlington Heights provides creative  more
Skanska Announces New Lease With CommonGrounds Workplace at 99M in Washington, D.C.
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: Skanska, a leading global development and construction firm, today announced that it has signed a new lease with CommonGrounds Workplace for 44,183 square-feet at 99M. 99M is an 11-story, 234,000-square-foot, LEED(R) Gold, Class-A office development in Washington, D.C.'s Capitol Riverfront. CommonGrounds will open at the building in March, 2020, joining the Organization for International Inv  more
Skanska Signs Contract for New Data Facility in Western USA for $69 Million
NEW YORK, July 12 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: Skanska has signed a contract to build a new data facility in western USA worth $69 million which will be included in the US order bookings for the second quarter 2019. Work began in June 2019 and is scheduled for completion in February 2020. Skanska is one of the leading construction and development companies in USA, specialized in building construction, civil infrastructure and developin  more
Skanska to Build Center for Science and Innovation at Seattle University in Seattle, WA for $83.5 Million
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: Skanska USA has signed a contract with Seattle University to build the Center for Science and Innovation on their Seattle, Washington campus. The contract is worth USD 83.5 million, which will be included in US order bookings for the second quarter 2019. The Center for Science and Innovation represents the future of STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) education at Seattle Unive  more
Speaker Heastie Joins Assemblymember Jacobson in the Hudson Valley
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie today joined Assemblymember Jonathan Jacobson in Poughkeepsie during his fourth annual statewide tour. The pair visited the Family Partnership Center, a hub for programs and organizations serving local residents and ate lunch at Alex's Restaurant, a historic luncheonette in the heart of downtown Poughkeepsie's business district. "Year after year, this statewide tour has highlighted   more
SRC Inc. Plans to Expand Into 5th Building at Cicero Office Park
SYRACUSE, New York, July 12 -- SRC, a research and development company focused on defense, environment and intelligence, issued the following news release: SRC Inc. has reached an agreement to buy a two-story building in the Beacon North Office Park in Cicero as the rapidly-growing company hires 300 new employees this year. The building will become the fifth occupied by SRC in the suburban office park that houses the world headquarters for the research and development company, a spokeswoman sa  more
SRC of Cicero Opens New Defense Company in United Kingdom
SYRACUSE, New York, July 10 -- SRC, a research and development company focused on defense, environment and intelligence, issued the following news release: SRC Inc., the fast-growing Cicero-based research and development company, has opened its first office in the United Kingdom to focus on sales in its defense business. The new unit, SRC UK Ltd., will provide electronic warfare services to the British Armed Forces, including engineering and intelligence services, SRC announced Wednesday. "We  more
St. Regis Mohawk Tribe: Sports Betting Hits the North Country
AKWESASNE, New York, July 9 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribally-owned casino, Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort (AMCR), today announced an agreement with global iGaming leader, The Stars Group. The alliance will support AMCR's introduction of retail sports betting to the North Country Region, a milestone for AMCR as New York State moves toward regulated sports wagering. The agreement also gr  more
State University of New York and DASNY Announce Start of $20M Residence Hall Project at SUNY Oneonta
ALBANY, New York, July 11 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * - Huntington Hall to Receive Four-Story Addition Complete with Fitness Room and Kitchen Areas for Students * * * The State University of New York (SUNY) and the Dormitory Authority of New York (DASNY) today announced work has begun to renovate SUNY Oneonta's Huntington Hall. The project budget is $20 million. The residence hall project is part of more than $70 million in capital renovation  more
State University of New York-Buffalo: Study Finds Association Between Air Pollution, Coronary Atherosclerosis in Chinese Population
BUFFALO, New York, July 11 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: New research from the University at Buffalo provides pathophysiologic evidence of the effect of air pollution on cardiovascular disease in China. The findings also suggests that China may need to revise its standard for one type of pollutant. Researchers found that long-term exposure to particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide, as well as proximity to vehicular  more
Subway Performance Reaches Major Milestone - On-Time Performance Crosses 80% for the First Time in Six Years
NEW YORK, July 11 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release: Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Chairman and CEO Patrick Foye, NYC Transit President Andy Byford, and Senior Vice President, Department of Subways Sally Librera today announced new statistics showing the continued dramatic subway performance improvements that have been achieved since the launch of the Subway Action Plan (SAP) and the Save Safe Seconds campaign. Most notab  more
SUNY-Buffalo: Light Therapy Could Replace Opioids as Main Treatment for Cancer Treatment Side Effect
BUFFALO, New York, July 10 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: * * * - Worldwide research coalition offers new guidelines for healing oral mucositis in head, neck cancer patients * * * A worldwide coalition of researchers and clinicians has agreed that light therapy is among the most effective interventions for the prevention of oral mucositis, painful ulcers in the mouth resulting from cancer therapy. The new guidelin  more
SUNY-Buffalo: Study - Gadolinium Deposition Occurs in Early MS But Five-Years of Follow-Up Neither Prove--Nor Rule Out--Clinical Impact
BUFFALO, New York, July 8 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: A comprehensive, longitudinal study of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) that followed patients from the time of their diagnosis for an average of five years, has found that while a commonly used imaging linear contrast agent, gadodiamide, does accumulate in the brain early in the disease, there is no discernible clinical impact. At the same time, the study  more
Survivors' Near-Miss Experiences on 9/11 Linked to Post-Traumatic Stress
BUFFALO, New York, July 12 [TNSresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: * * * - Findings contribute to an understanding of what counts as exposure to trauma, says UB psychologist * * * People who narrowly avoid disaster do not necessarily escape tragedy unharmed, and their knowledge of the victims' fate shapes how survivors respond to traumatic events, according to the results of a new paper by a University at Buffalo psychologist that  more
Teledyne Technologies Issues Financials for Second Quarter of 2019
THOUSAND OAKS, California, July 11 -- Teledyne Technologies, a company focused on aerospace and defense, issued the following news release: Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) will hold a conference call to discuss its second quarter 2019 results on Wednesday, July 24, 2019, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific. A press release with the second quarter financial results will be issued before the opening of the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. To access the call, go to www.teledyne  more
The Carlyle Group Raises $2.2 Billion for Global Infrastructure Opportunity Fund
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Carlyle Group issued the following news release: Global investment firm The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) today announced the final close of the Carlyle Global Infrastructure Opportunity Fund ("CGI"), a $2.2 billion fund that invests in infrastructure assets in OECD countries. It focuses predominantly on projects in transport and logistics, energy and power infrastructure and water and agriculture infrastructure. CGI has closed or announced several projects in the United S  more
The Washington Post Names Savills a 2019 Top Workplace
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Savills Studley, a real estate firm, issued the following news: * * * - The global real estate firm ranked among the top employers in the Washington, DC region * * * Savills has been recognized by The Washington Post as a 2019 Top Workplace in the Washington, DC area for the fifth time. Selection is based solely on employee feedback gathered through an anonymous third-party survey, which measured several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and c  more
Tops Unveils $1.6 Million Dollar Investment in Leroy, New York Store
WILLIAMSVILLE, New York, July 11 -- Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer, issued the following news release: It's a new day for shoppers in the LeRoy community as Tops Friendly markets unveils over $1.6 million dollars in renovations in its hometown grocery store. This impressive investment includes everything from new flooring, energy efficient equipment, and shopping carts, to a whole new interior decor, giving the store a refreshed and warm appearance. A Grand Re-Opening at  more
Tradeweb Reports June 2019 Trade Volume
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Tradeweb Markets, a builder and operator of global fixed income and derivatives marketplaces, issued the following news release: Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW), a leading, global operator of electronic marketplaces for rates, credit, equities and money markets, today reported a new monthly record for average daily volume (ADV) of $859.2 billion (bn) in aggregate for the month of June 2019. Activity on Tradeweb trading platforms in June included: * ADV of $87.6 bn in U.  more
Transcript: N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Appears Live on Inside City Hall
NEW YORK, July 9 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: Errol Louis: Welcome back to Inside City Hall. Mayor de Blasio spent the holiday weekend on the presidential campaign trail, traveling to Iowa, Texas, and South Carolina. He's back in town now as the City releases a new report on how to fight the crisis facing the taxi industry, as well as some new information about the NYPD. The Mayor joins me now for our weekly conversation. Welcome back home. Good to see you  more
Transcript: N.Y. Mayor De Blasio, First Lady McCray Deliver Remarks at Ceremony in Honor of the United States Women's National Soccer Team
NEW YORK, July 10 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript: First Lady Chirlane McCray: Hello, soccer fans. [Cheers] Are you ready to celebrate the World Champion U.S. Women's Soccer team? [Cheers] No, no, no, no, no, no. Let's try that one more time. Are you ready to celebrate the game-changing, record-breaking, back-to-back World Cup winning U.S. Soccer team? [Cheers] That's right - this is how we welcome our heroes back home. [Cheers] Now, the world has been w  more
Transcript: N.Y. Mayor De Blasio, Police Commissioner O'Neill Hold Media Availability on Crime Statistics
NEW YORK, July 8 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript: Police Commissioner James P. O'Neill: Alright, good afternoon everyone. Thanks for being here. In a moment you'll hear from Mayor de Blasio and then First Deputy Commissioner Ben Tucker who will discuss the NYPD's new Health and Wellness Task Force which we have directed to develop a comprehensive strategy that ensures the physical, mental, and emotional health of our members. The goal is to raise awareness and p  more
Transcript: N.Y. Mayor De Blasio, Speaker Johnson Reach Tentative Contract Agreement for Early Childhood Education Employees
NEW YORK, July 10 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript: Mayor Bill de Blasio: Well, everyone, we've got some great news today. And I want to just say to all the folks here who educate our youngest kids, who give them the strong start they deserve in life, this is a really wonderful moment - a moment that so many of you have been calling for and working for, for so many years, and that moment has come. I want to start by saying to all our educators and all the people   more
Travel Impressions Offers Exclusive Room Upgrades, Plus Up to $1,500 in Resort Credit & Kids, Teens Stay Free at Supplier of the Month Palace & Le Blanc Spa Resorts
BETHPAGE, New York, July 9 -- Travel Impressions, a leisure tour operator, issued the following news release: * * * - Travel agents receive 500 LoyalTI First Bonus Points per qualifying FIT booking in July 2019 * * * Travel Impressions (www.TravelImpressions.com) has partnered with Palace Resorts and Le Blanc Spa Resorts in Mexico and Jamaica as its July Supplier of the Month to offer exclusive room upgrades plus up to $1,500 in resort credits and a Kids Stay Free offer*. To qualify, booking  more
UBS Issues Financials for Second Quarter of 2019
NEW YORK, July 9 -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release: UBS invites you to the presentation of its second-quarter results on Tuesday, July 23, 2019. They will be presented by Sergio P. Ermotti, Group Chief Executive Officer, Kirt Gardner, Group Chief Financial Officer, Martin Osinga, Investor Relations, and Hubertus Kuelps, Group Head of Communications & Branding. The presentation and analyst Q&A session will be broadcast via audio webcast with a simultaneou  more
University of Connecticut: Surprising New York City Ridesharing Study Findings Have Implications for Policymakers
STORRS, Connecticut, July 9 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- The University of Connecticut issued the following news: Researchers have limited access to information about how people use popular ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft. But recent analysis of aggregate data about ridesharing trips in New York City, conducted by researchers at UConn and published last month in Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, sheds new light on use of the service by people in   more
University of Texas's Arlington Biologist Receives Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers
ARLINGTON, Texas, July 11 -- The University of Texas's Arlington Campus issued the following news release: Matthew Walsh, an associate professor of biology at The University of Texas at Arlington, was first drawn to environmental sciences and biology when he was a child. Walsh grew up in New York, close to beaches and other natural resources that helped fuel his curiosity. When he entered academics, he decided to concentrate his efforts on marine and atmospheric sciences, evolution, ecology an  more
Verizon Business Group Launches New Network Optimization Solution to Easily Support Rich Media Data Transmission
NEW YORK, July 9 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Verizon Business Group today announced Virtual Network Services (VNS) - Wide Area Network (WAN) Optimization with ONEx, a first-of-its-kind network optimization solution which, unlike traditional WAN optimization solutions, boosts global enterprise data transmission without the need for endpoint software installation or dedicated hardware. Verizon VNS - WAN Optimization with ONEx e  more
Verizon is Ready to Keep First Responders, Businesses and People, Connected as Tropical Storm Barry Approaches the Gulf Coast
NEW YORK, July 12 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: As the first major tropical depression of the season makes its way toward the Gulf Coast, the region is bracing for the direct impact of the storm. Whether stocking up on food and water, sandbagging property, reviewing evacuation routes or preparing communications plans, residents and first responders are readying for the weather, and so are we. We are committed to keeping consume  more
Verizon Provides Unlimited Calling, Texting and Data to Customers Impacted by Tropical Storm Barry in Louisiana
NEW YORK, July 12 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: For our customers in the path of Tropical Storm Barry, Verizon is saying "We've Got Your Back." Beginning Friday, July 12 through Tuesday, July 16, Verizon is providing unlimited calling, texting and data to its postpaid, prepaid and small business customers who reside in coastal parts of Louisiana in the path of Tropical Storm Barry, which includes the following twelve parishes:   more
White & Case Advises FIMER on Acquisition of ABB's Solar Inverter Business
NEW YORK, July 12 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised FIMER S.p.A., a leader in the inverter market for renewable energy, on an agreement to acquire ABB's solar inverter business. ABB's solar inverter business has approximately 800 employees in more than 30 countries, with manufacturing and R&D sites located in Italy, India and Finland, and revenue during 2018 of approximately US$290 million. The acquisition is expecte  more
White & Case Advises Lenders on Space Norway Satellite Project
NEW YORK, July 11 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised DNB Bank ASA as mandated lead arranger and lender on the financing of the Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission. The project, which will benefit from support from the Norwegian Export Credit Guarantee Agency (GIEK), is being executed and will be operated by Space Norway, a state-owned limited company that is managed by the Norwegian Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fishe  more
White & Case Advises Metso Corporation on Combination of Metso Minerals With Outotec
NEW YORK, July 9 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP is advising Metso Corporation on the combination of Metso Minerals and Outotec Oyj under the name Metso Outotec, with the remainder of Metso, Metso Flow Control, becoming an independent separately listed company under the name Neles. "We are advising our long-standing client Metso on this strategically important transaction that positions Metso Outotec with a broader presence acr  more
White & Case Recognized by American Bar Association for the Firm's Pro Bono Commitment to Death Penalty Representation
NEW YORK, July 8 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has been recognized by the American Bar Association (ABA) with its 2019 Exceptional Service Award for the Firm's pro bono commitment to death penalty representation. White & Case has been involved in six death penalty cases in the past six years, as habeas counsel, post-conviction counsel and amicus counsel. In this time, nearly 200 lawyers and staff across 14 offices have devote  more
Yeshiva University-Albert Einstein College of Medicine: Novel Therapy for Acute Migraine Shows Promise in Phase 3 Clinical Trial
BRONX, New York, July 11 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- Yeshiva University's Albert Einstein College of Medicine issued the following news release: * * * - New England Journal of Medicine Paper Confirms That Treatment Eliminates Pain and Other Symptoms * * * A drug belonging to a new generation of acute migraine headache treatments was found to eliminate pain and reduce bothersome symptoms for people with migraine in a large-scale trial reported in the July 11 issue of The New England Journal of Me  more
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