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State Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday October 27, 2019 ( 307 items )  

2019 TCS New York City Marathon to Air Live on November 3 on ESPN2, WABC-TV for Seventh Consecutive Year
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Oct. 21 -- ESPN, a sports media company, issued the following news release: Former champion and U.S. Olympic medalist Shalane Flanagan will join the broadcast team for the 2019 TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 3, which will be broadcast live on WABC-TV in the New York City area and on ESPN2 nationwide. WABC-TV and ESPN have been home to the award-winning broadcast of the world's largest marathon since 2013. The race will be available globally in more than 170  more

5G, AR and Frictionless Commerce-Nielsen Illuminates Future of Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: * * * - Nielsen reveals tech levers fueling such clients as P&G, envisions transformative retail and CPG change at the Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo * * * Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2019, Orlando, FL -- Oct. 22, 2019 -- Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) today announced its predictions for technology, consumer packaged goods (CPG) and retail for 2020 and the decade ahead from Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo. Built on   more

A&E Network and Dan Abrams Take Viewers to Court in New Series 'Court Cam' Premiering December 5 at 9P
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- A&E Television Networks issued the following news release: A&E Network takes viewers inside America's courtrooms in the new series "Court Cam" executive produced by Law&Crime Productions and Dan Abrams, host of A&E's "Live PD" and Chief Legal Analyst for ABC News. This eight-episode 30-minute series gives viewers a front row seat to some of the most wild, unruly and outrageous courtroom moments recently caught on tape. "Court Cam" premieres with back-to-back episodes on Thu  more

A.G. Becerra Demands EPA Withdraw Its Proposed Rule to Limit States' Clean Water Act Oversight
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 22 -- California Attorney General Xavier Becerra issued the following news release: California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, leading a coalition of 23 attorneys general with New York Attorney General Letitia James and Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson, filed a comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed rule which would unlawfully curtail state authority under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. In the Clean Water Act,  more

A.G. Becerra Files Lawsuit Against United States Postal Service for Illegally Accepting and Delivering Millions of Foreign Cigarettes
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 22 -- California Attorney General Xavier Becerra issued the following news release: California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, alongside New York City, today filed a lawsuit against the United States Postal Service (USPS) for accepting and then delivering millions of foreign cigarettes destined for residents of California and New York City. The lawsuit alleges that USPS knowingly accepted and transmitted packages through domestic mail that it had reasonable cause t  more

Accenture Completes Acquisition of Nytec
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: NEW YORK and KIRKLAND, WA- Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has completed its acquisition of Nytec Inc., which it first announced on October 3, 2019. Nytec is an award-winning product innovation and engineering company with a team of 250 professionals. It is headquartered in Kirkland, WA, and was founded in 1975. Nytec is joining Accenture Industry X.0. It adds deep expertise in software platform d  more

Accenture, SAP Build Prototype That Uses Distributed Ledger Technology for Secure Payments Between Banks, Customers
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Companies collaborate with R3's Corda platform for real-time gross settlement system * * * Accenture (NYSE: ACN), SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) and R3 are collaborating and co-innovating to build a real-time gross settlement system that will enable faster, more efficient, reliable and secure payments between banks and customers. With real-time gross settlement (RTGS) systems, electronic f  more

ALM Ramping Up Podcast Offerings With New Programs
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- ALM, an information and intelligence company, issued the following news release: ALM is expanding its leadership programming with new editorial, custom, and syndicated podcasts across its portfolio of active online communities in the legal, finance and insurance, and commercial real estate industries. ALM has been a first-mover in B2B podcasts with Legal Speak, the highly successful weekly Law.com podcast launched in 2018 and hosted by ALM Global Newsroom Editors Leigh Jon  more

Altice USA Issues Financials for 3rd Quarter of 2019
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Altice USA (formerly the Cablevision Systems) issued the following news release: Altice USA (NYSE: ATUS) will host a conference call on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 4:15 p.m. EST to discuss financial and operating results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019. A press release reporting the results will be issued at 4:05 p.m. EST. The call will be led by Dexter Goei, Altice USA CEO and Charles Stewart, Altice USA Co-President and CFO. Dial-in Access Telephone Numb  more

American Airlines Expands Service at Daytona Beach International Airport
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, Oct. 22 -- The Daytona Beach International Airport issued the following news release: * * * - American Airlines expands service at Daytona Beach International Airport * * * American Airlines is expanding service at Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB), with an additional flight, a larger plane for some flights, and the resumption of seasonal, non-stop service to New York. Beginning in January 2020, American will replace some planes from PSA Airlines, a wholly ow  more

American Express and Nova Credit Launch Industry-First Integration to Help Extend Credit to More Newcomers to the U.S.
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- American Express issued the following news release: American Express has teamed up with Nova Credit, a cross-border credit reporting startup, on a first-of-its-kind digital capability that offers prospective Card Members the ability to share their international credit reports with American Express when applying for an American Express U.S. Personal Card. At this time, the feature can access credit reports from Australia, Canada, India, Mexico and the United Kingdom, and wil  more

American Express, Discover, Mastercard and Visa Implement Click to Pay to Make Online Checkout Simple and Secure
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: NEW YORK, RIVERWOODS, PURCHASE, SAN FRANCISCO - October 22, 2019 - Today, American Express, Discover, Mastercard and Visa announced the arrival of faster, more secure online checkout based on the new EMV(R) Secure Remote Commerce (SRC) industry standard, establishing a simplified way for card payments to be made across web and mobile sites, mobile apps and connected devices. The networks have tested SRC technology in market with  more

American Museum of Natural History: Erica Glynn Wins 2019 Margaret Mead Film Festival's Filmmaker Award
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- The American Museum of Natural History issued the following news: Director Erica Glynn was recognized with the 2019 Margaret Mead Filmmaker Award on Sunday evening, October 20, for her film She Who Must Be Loved, which explores the life and career of her mother, Freda Glynn, a foundational figure in Aboriginal media in Australia. Film producer Tanith Glynn-Maloney, who is Freda Glynn's granddaughter, accepted the award at Sunday's 2019 Mead Awards Ceremony, the final day of  more

Another Bad Week for 'Fearful' Vulnerable Senate Republicans 'Increasingly Flailing' to Defend Trump's Conduct
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee issued the following news release: * * * - New York Times: "Senate Republicans up for re-election in 2020, fearful of straying too far from Mr. Trump yet at pains to defend him, have adopted a strategy of saying as little as possible" - Washington Post's Daily 202: "Republicans are increasingly flailing while defending Trump" * * * Vulnerable Senate Republicans are "increasingly flailing" to defend President Trump's conduct  more

Apparel's Future Will Be Driven by Sportswear's Evolution, Reports NPD
PORT WASHINGTON, New York, Oct. 21 -- The NPD Group, a market research company, issued the following news release: * * * - Activewear continues to grow, but casual fashion with special features is driving industry growth * * * While performance-oriented activewear has gotten all of the press, it's casual clothing with an emphasis on comfort and special features that will drive sales, says a new NPD report. Despite its robust growth over the last few years, activewear is still a relatively s  more

As National Drug Take Back Day Approaches Tops Reminds Public of Drop -Off Locations
WILLIAMSVILLE, New York, Oct. 23 -- Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer, issued the following news release: October 26th marks the 17th Annual National Drug Take Back Day hosted by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). As this day approaches Tops Friendly Markets would like to remind the community that 20 of its stores are approved drop-off locations for prescription drugs. Working alongside the Department of Environmental Conservation, shoppers will find clearly designa  more

Associated Press Announces Winners of 2019 Oliver S. Gramling Awards and Chairman's Prize
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- The Associated Press issued the following news release: Journalists and staffers based in Brazil, China, Sweden, Taiwan and Washington are among the winners of the 2019 Oliver S. Gramling Awards and Chairman's Prize, the highest internal honors of The Associated Press. Created in 1994 to recognize AP staffers for professional excellence, the Gramlings are decided each year by a panel of judges from across the news cooperative. The $10,000 awards come from a fund establishe  more

Associated Press to Grow Major League Soccer Coverage With Automated Stories
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- The Associated Press issued the following news release: * * * - The Associated Press announced today that it is using automation technology from Data Skrive and data from Sportradar to produce data-driven text previews of all Major League Soccer games. * * * AP provides coverage of all 408 regular-season MLS games and playoff games each season but has never before offered game previews. The news agency began providing MLS game previews this summer and recently implement  more

Assurant Resource Automotive Partners With Vehicle Administrative Services to Provide Dealers With Improved Roadside Assistance Offering
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Assurant, a risk management solutions provider, issued the following news release: Assurant, Inc. (NYSE:AIZ), a global provider of housing and lifestyle solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases like automobiles, has announced a partnership aimed at improving dealer offerings and the driver experience. The Assurant Resource Automotive business has partnered with Vehicle Administrative Services (VAS), a company that provides the automotive and recr  more

AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon Form Joint Venture to Transform Messaging Experience
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon have created a joint venture to deliver a Cross Carrier Messaging Initiative (CCMI), a next generation of messaging service to consumers and businesses. The service, based on GSMA's Rich Communications Service (RCS) industry standard, will enable an engaging way for consumers to interact and transact with each other and with businesses. To enabl  more

Atlantic: Final Agenda for CityLab DC - Global Cities Summit in Washington, D.C. October 27-29
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- The Atlantic issued the following news release: Next week CityLab DC, the preeminent global cities summit organized by the Aspen Institute, The Atlantic, and Bloomberg Philanthropies, will be held in Washington, D.C. from October 27-29 at the InterContinental Hotel at The Wharf. Attending are more than 45 mayors representing cities around the world, along with 300+ city innovators, business leaders, urban experts, artists, and activists. Prior summits have been held in Ne  more

Bain & Co.: Frothy Market Masks Margin Compression in Private Equity Investments
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Bain and Co., a management consulting firm, issued the following news release: * * * - What firms need to focus on going forward - Integrated due diligence processes will provide a key competitive advantage for firms looking to capture value as global markets cool * * * A new report from Bain & Company finds that multiple expansion has driven half of the value creation in Private Equity (PE) for deals invested in the wake of the global financial crisis. On the other han  more

Bard College Names New Chairs and Distinguished Professorships
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, Oct. 16 -- Bard College issued the following news release: * * * - New Faculty Chairs and Distinguished Professorships include Susan Aberth in Art History, Valeria Luiselli in Written Arts, Kelly Reichardt in Film and Electronic Arts, and An-My Le in Photography * * * Bard College announces the appointment of four new chairs and distinguished professorships across disciplines this fall. In the Division of the Arts' Art History and Visual Culture Program, Susan   more

Blackstone Issues Financials for 3rd Quarter of 2019
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Blackstone, an investment firm, issued the following news release: To view the full report please click the following link - Blackstone's third quarter 2019 results. Blackstone will host its third quarter 2019 investor conference call on October 23, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. ET. You can listen to the call by dialing +1 (877) 391-6747 (U.S. domestic) or +1 (617) 597-9291 (international) passcode number 149 943 55#. Additionally, the conference call will be broadcast live over the   more

Bloomberg Media Launches New Slate of OTT Programming
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- Bloomberg Media issued the following news: Bloomberg Media is debuting a new slate of programming optimized for OTT beginning today. The video originals will live across Bloomberg Media's entire network, including Bloomberg TV+, the Bloomberg app on OTT, Bloomberg.com, YouTube, and Bloomberg's social channels. The launch marks Bloomberg Media's expansion into long-form and broader-business focused programming, and the next step in diversifying Bloomberg's OTT offerings for  more

Borough President Diaz Issues Report on Marijuana Justice in New York State
BRONX, New York, Oct. 24 -- Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following news release: Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. has issued a new report outlining an action plan for criminal justice reform and economic empowerment following the legalization of recreational marijuana in New York State. The report, titled "Marijuana Justice in New York: The Path to Reform," provides six recommendations that should coincide with the likely legalization of recreational marijuana in New  more

BP Adams to Join Families for Safe Streets to Host Clergy Forum on Traffic Violence
BROOKLYN, New York, Oct. 22 -- Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams issued the following news release: On Thursday, October 24th at 10 AM, Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams will join with Families for Safe Streets and faith leaders for a special clergy forum focused on safe streets at Brooklyn Borough Hall. The event will focus on how the faith community can be part of the solution to traffic violence in New York City, and particularly in Brooklyn. It will feature a special faith lea  more

BP Diaz Announces Final Registration Push for Tour De Bronx 2019
BRONX, New York, Oct. 21 -- Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following news release: Today, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. joined The Bronx Tourism Council, at Joyce Kilmer Park, to encourage registration for the 25th Annual "Tour de Bronx," the largest free bicycling event in New York State. The Tour de Bronx, taking place on Sunday, October 27, 2019, - sponsored by Montefiore health System, BronxCare Health System, St. Barnabas Hospital, Mercy College, Zipcar, Patric  more

Brex and Mastercard Partner on U.S. Expansion
PURCHASE, New York, Oct. 24 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Mastercard today announced that Brex, the financial technology company that helps ambitious companies scale, has partnered with Mastercard as its preferred network to bring cutting-edge technology and top-tier benefits to its corporate card portfolio in the United States. This is a further investment in a partnership that began earlier this year when Brex started issuing World Elite Mastercard for Business(R). Under t  more

Burford Capital: New Research - Lawyers' Use of Legal Finance is Growing--and Becoming More Sophisticated
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Burford Capital, a finance firm focused on law, issued the following news release: Burford Capital, the leading global finance and investment management firm focused on law, today announced the results of its 2019 Legal Finance Report: A Survey of In-House and Law Firm Lawyers. Based on online survey data from 509 in-house and law firm lawyers in the US, UK, Canada and Australia, as well as in-depth phone interviews conducted with 32 leading lawyers across seven countries,   more

Cadwalader Advises Lenders on $350 Million Mortgage Loan for Industrial Logistics Properties Trust
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft, a financial services law firm, issued the following news release: Cadwalader represented a syndicate of lenders led by Morgan Stanley in a $350 million mortgage loan in connection with the refinance by subsidiaries of Industrial Logistics Properties Trust (ILPT) of a portfolio of 11 single-tenant industrial properties located in eight states. The 10-year loan carries a fixed interest rate, and ILPT said that it expects to use the proceeds t  more

Cadwalader Attorneys Discuss CLO Regulation, the Middle Market and Relief Trades as Panelists at European CLO Summit 2019 in London
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft, a financial services law firm, issued the following news release: Cadwalader Capital Markets partners Nick Shiren and Claire Puddicombe and special counsel Assia Damianova participated on panels at the Opal Group's European CLO Summit 2019 last week in London. The event is an educational forum that gathers investors, issuers, underwriters, rating agencies and associated professionals to address a wide range of issues and considerations relat  more

Cadwalader Represents Community Bank System, Inc. in Its Definitive Agreement to Acquire Steuben Trust Corporation
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft, a financial services law firm, issued the following news release: Cadwalader is representing Community Bank System, Inc. in its definitive agreement to acquire Steuben Trust Corporation, parent company of Steuben Trust Company, in a stock and cash transaction valued at approximately $106.8 million. Community Bank System, Inc. operates more than 230 customer facilities across Upstate New York, Northeastern Pennsylvania, Vermont and Western M  more

Cadwalader's Assia Damianova Speaks on Structuring Panel at Structured Credit Investor's 5th Annual Capital Relief Trades Seminar
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft, a financial services law firm, issued the following news release: Cadwalader special counsel Assia Damianova participated on last week's "Structuring Considerations" panel at Structured Credit Investor's 5th annual Capital Relief Trades Seminar, a gathering for capital relief trades (CRT) market participants. The London event opened with a broad overview of the opportunities and challenges for this market sector, and followed with panels on  more

Canon Announces USM Lens as World Shortest, Lightest Lens in Its Class
MELVILLE, New York, Oct. 24 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: * * * - New RF L-Series Lenses Aim to Provide Impeccable Performance, Handling and Unique Features to Photographers Shooting with EOS R and EOS RP Cameras * * * Completing the "trinity" of RF lenses for the EOS R Full-Frame mirrorless camera system, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM telephoto lens. Additionally, the company also announced its first  more

Canon Expands Business Offering Through Graphtec Cutters With Colorbyte Software Bundle
MELVILLE, New York, Oct. 23 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Allowing for imagePROGRAF large-format printer users to expand their product offerings, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce the addition of Graphtec Cutters with Colorbyte software. When combined with an imagePROGRAF large-format printer, these products become an affordable, easy-to-use large-format contour and cut system built to help fine art and printing professionals str  more

Canon Information Technology Services Debuts Call Center Outsource Services to Companies at ICMI Customer Connections
MELVILLE, New York, Oct. 22 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: In its ongoing mission to serve as a strategic partner to its clients and help them appropriately scale their businesses for success, Canon Information Technology Services (CITS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc., is set to debut its call center outsource services at ICMI Customer Connections (Booth #719). The show, hosted by the International Customer Management Institute (ICMI), takes place October 28th  more

Canon Serves Up New Content Creator Kits
MELVILLE, New York, Oct. 24 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: It's almost impossible to scroll through your social feeds or visit a website and not encounter a video catching your eye - some online video platforms can see 500 hours of video uploaded every minute/1. With so many platforms for innovative vloggers and content creators to share their work, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is making it easier for them to produce and distribute quality content   more

Canon U.S.A. Congratulates LDI Color ToolBox on Its 20th Anniversary
MELVILLE, New York, Oct. 23 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Recognizing the importance and value of maintaining strong relationships with its authorized dealers, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, congratulates LDI Color ToolBox on its twentieth year in business. Serving more than 10,000 clients across North America with direct service and support operations in the Greater New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Southern California, LDI integrates innovativ  more

Canon USA: Get the Full Picture of What Canon Has to Offer at PhotoPlus Expo 2019
MELVILLE, New York, Oct. 23 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: DSLR, Mirrorless, or point-and-shoot - Ansel Adams once said, "The single most important component of a camera is the 12 inches behind it."/1 So much more than a person who takes photographs, a photographer is a storyteller - without words. At PhotoPlus Expo 2019, Canon U.S.A., Inc. will showcase an assembly of visual storytellers, experts in their respective photographic genre who will provide insight, tools and knowle  more

Canon USA: Oce Colorado 1650 With UVgel 460 Achieves GREENGUARD Gold Certification
MELVILLE, New York, Oct. 22 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Meeting the strictest chemical emission standards is crucial for printed products used indoors. Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced that its new UVgel ink has achieved the highest level of GREENGUARD Gold Certification by the UL Environment, a worldwide leading safety and certification company. UL Environment's GREENGUARD Certification Program requires that products meet some of t  more

Canon's New ImagePRESS Lite C165 Entry-Level Production Printer Designed to Drive Output for In-House Printing
MELVILLE, New York, Oct. 23 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Making it easier for users to do more, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announces the first in a new series of entry-level color production printers, the intuitive and flexible imagePRESS Lite C165printer. Designed to meet the needs of environments that require the simplicity of a walk-up device, but also the high-quality output of a digital press, the imagePRESS Lite C165 provides custom  more

Canon's New ImagePROGRAF PRO Series Brings Prints to Life for Photographers, Fine Art Professionals and the Production Signage Market
MELVILLE, New York, Oct. 22 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce the new imagePROGRAF PRO Series printers: PRO-6100, PRO-4100, PRO-2100, PRO-6100S and PRO-4100S models. These large-format solutions offer new innovative technologies for fine art, photographers and production signage users. Building on the success of the previous PRO Series, these new printers feature a "first-of-its-kind" intelligent au  more

Chris Jacobs Pledges to Support Term Limits on Congress
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- U.S. Term Limits issued the following news release: U.S. Term Limits (USTL), the leader in the non-partisan national movement to limit terms for elected officials, praises NY State Senator Chris Jacobs, 2020 U.S. House candidate for New York (district 27), for signing the pledge for an amendment to term limit Congress. Previously, candidate Beth Parlato also signed the pledge to support term limits. U.S. Term Limits has the support of nearly 70 pledge signers in Congress  more

City Increases Efforts to Prepare New Yorkers for Technology Jobs With Additional $4 Million Investment
NEW YORK, Oct. 15 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: Mayor Bill de Blasio, NYC Deputy Mayor J. Phillip Thompson, New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) President and CEO James Patchett, and NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) Commissioner Gregg Bishop today announced an additional $4 million investment in tech and college partnerships for its $20 million CUNY 2x Tech initiative, which seeks to double the number of career-qualified te  more

City Invests $391 Million in Communities and Comprehensive Reforms to the Criminal Justice System
NEW YORK, Oct. 17 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: The City Council Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions and the Committee on Land Use voted on Wednesday to approve the plan to close the jails on Rikers Island and build four new borough-based facilities. Today, the plan will go before the full City Council for a vote, culminating a years-long effort propelled by the strong advocacy of the formerly incarcerated to shutter Rikers Island. T  more

City Seeks Organization to Operate Memorial & Cultural Education Center at Historical African Burial Ground in Harlem
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- The New York City Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release: New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) in collaboration with the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) today released a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) to select a non-profit arts or cultural organization to operate a memorial and cultural education center at the site of a historical African Burial Ground associated with the former Reformed Low Dutch Church of Har  more

Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Northern Peatlands Contain Twice as Much Carbon as Previously Thought
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 [TNSenvironmentresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: Northern peatlands may hold twice as much carbon as scientists previously suspected, according to a study published today in Nature Geoscience. The findings suggest that these boggy areas play a more important role in climate change and the carbon cycle than they're typically given credit for. Peatlands are damp, mossy landscapes built on layers of partially decayed p  more

Columbia University-Mailman School of Public Health Epidemiologist Elected to National Academy of Medicine
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) announced that Charles Branas, PhD, Gelman Endowed Professor of Epidemiology, and Chair, Department of Epidemiology at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, was elected to the National Academy of Medicine during its annual meeting. Considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine, election to the Academy recognizes i  more

Columbia University-Mailman School of Public Health: Schools Have Critical Role to Play in Supporting Adolescents Fleeing Armed Conflict
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 [TNSsociologyresearch - Social Science & Medicine] -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: Communities in high income countries around the world continue to receive record-setting numbers of newcomers fleeing armed conflict. Although education is known to be highly important for refugee and migrant children, relatively little is known about the diversity of associated school-based programs and their likely value in supporting the men  more

Comptroller Stringer Spotlights Creative Sector's Critical Contributions to NYC Economy in Expansive New Report
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer issued the following news release: New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer today released a comprehensive new report on the creative economy in New York City, showing that the creative sector spurs $110 billion in economic activity, employs nearly 300,000 New Yorkers, and now accounts for one out of every eight dollars of New York City's annual economic output. The Comptroller's analysis provides a comprehensive and up-to-date  more

Computer Generated Solutions Survey Reveals That the Apparel Rental Market Can Drive Brand Growth and Loyalty
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Computer Generated Solutions, a provider of business applications, enterprise learning and outsourcing services, issued the following news: CGS, a global provider of business applications, enterprise learning and outsourcing services, today announced findings from its 2019 Future of Fashion & Retail Consumer Survey affecting the apparel rental market. The results show that the sharing economy is disrupting fashion and apparel brands - start-ups and established - as well as   more

Cornell University: Computer-Supported Classes Can Break Down Cultural Barriers, Study Shows
ITHACA, New York, Oct. 22 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Cornell University issued the following news: In a Kenyan refugee camp, a teenaged Burundian boy, a Somali boy and two girls from the Dinka ethnic group in South Sudan worked together to create a rudimentary video game about malaria. The girls suggested the players' goal should be indigenous plant medicine; the Somali boy said they should instead seek pills, since plant medicine is "old-fashioned." The others eventually agreed with him, and   more

Cornell University: Disease Trends in Sea Creatures Herald Oceanic Changes
ITHACA, New York, Oct. 22 [TNSbiologyresearch] -- Cornell University issued the following news: The health of Earth's oceans is rapidly worsening, and newly published Cornell-led research has examined changes in reported diseases across undersea species at a global scale over a 44-year period. The findings, published Oct. 9 in Proceedings of the Royal Society B, show that long-term changes in diseases coincide with recent decades of widespread environmental change. Understanding oceanic trend  more

Cornell University: Micro-Satellites Offer Fresh View of New York State Agriculture
ITHACA, New York, Oct. 23 -- Cornell University issued the following news: The seeds of space exploration are being planted in several New York state vineyards. They've also been attached to dairy cows. And they may be showing up at a dog park near you. Doctoral student Hunter Adams is deploying thumbnail-size satellites to monitor environmental conditions as a dry run for using the technology for future space research. At the same time, he is harvesting valuable data that will help growers ma  more

Cornell University: Scientists Unwind Mystery Behind DNA Replication
ITHACA, New York, Oct. 22 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- Cornell University issued the following news: The molecules of life are twisted. But how those familiar strands in DNA's double helix manage to replicate without being tangled up has been hard to decipher. A new perspective from Cornell physicists is helping unravel the mystery. Researchers approached the problem from a topological perspective, asking what impact the helix shape itself has on DNA replication. Using eukaryotes - which comprise t  more

Cornell University: Stressing Metallic Material Controls Superconductivity
ITHACA, New York, Oct. 22 [TNSscientificresearch] -- Cornell University issued the following news: No strain, no gain - that's the credo for Cornell researchers who have helped find a way to control superconductivity in a metallic material by stressing and deforming it. The researchers, led by Katja Nowack, assistant professor of physics in the College of Arts and Sciences, collaborated with a team led by Philip Moll from the Institute of Material Science and Engineering at Ecole Polytechnique  more

Corning Announces 5G In-Building Network Collaboration
CORNING, New York, Oct. 21 -- Corning, a manufacturer of glass, ceramics and related materials, issued the following news release: Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW) and Intel (NYSE: INTL) today announced a strategic collaboration to accelerate the availability of 5G in buildings. The two companies will work together to deliver a virtual platform for Corning's 5G network solutions powered by Intel(R) Xeon(R) Scalable processors and Intel(R) FlexRAN Reference Software Architecture. This co-innova  more

Corning Announces FDA Approval of Valor Glass for Packaging
CORNING, New York, Oct. 25 -- Corning, a manufacturer of glass, ceramics and related materials, issued the following news release: Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW) today announced that a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer has received FDA approval of Corning Valor(R) Glass for use as a primary package for a marketed drug product. Valor Glass has been specifically designed for pharmaceutical applications, and this approval makes Valor Glass the first and only fundamentally new glass compositio  more

COTY Announces Intent to Explore Strategic Options for Its Professional Beauty Business as Part of Next Step in Its Ongoing Transformation
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- Coty, a manufacturer of beauty products, issued the following news release: Coty Inc. (NYSE: COTY) today announced that as part of its ongoing strategic review of its business, management and the Board of Directors have determined that moving forward the Company will focus more intently on its fragrance, cosmetics and skin care businesses. As a result, Coty is launching a process to explore strategic alternatives for its Professional Beauty business and associated hair bran  more

Cree and NY CREATES Announce First Silicon Carbide Wafer Demonstration at SUNY Poly in Albany
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- New York Empire State Development issued the following news release: * * * - Successful First Test Wafers Come Just Days After New York State & Cree Announce Partnership, Marking Start of Working Collaboration * * * Cree, Inc. (Nasdaq: CREE), the global leader in silicon carbide (SiC) technology, and New York Center for Research, Economic Advancement, Technology, Engineering, and Science (NY CREATES), last week successfully completed the first silicon carbide tes  more

Cree and NY CREATES Announce First Silicon Carbide Wafer Demonstration at SUNY Poly in Albany
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * - Successful First Test Wafers Come Just Days After New York State & Cree Announce Partnership, Marking Start of Working Collaboration * * * Cree, Inc. (Nasdaq: CREE), the global leader in silicon carbide (SiC) technology, and New York Center for Research, Economic Advancement, Technology, Engineering, and Science (NY CREATES), last week successfully completed the first silicon carbide test  more

Crowell and Moring: Judge Grants Preliminary Injunction Against DHS in Public Charge Case
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Crowell and Moring, a law firm, issued the following news release: A federal judge halted the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from implementing its controversial "public charge" rule, a policy change that advocacy groups assert would have disproportionately blocked immigrants of color from obtaining permanent resident status and inhibited immigrant workers and foreign students from extending or changing their visa status. U.S. District Judge George B. Daniels of th  more

Crowell and Moring: The New York Law Journal Names Partner Glen McGorty a Distinguished Leader
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Crowell and Moring, a law firm, issued the following news release: The New York Law Journal recognized Glen G. McGorty, managing partner of Crowell & Moring's New York office, as a 2019 "Distinguished Leader" at the New York Legal Awards ceremony on Wednesday at Tribeca 360 in New York. The award honors attorneys in leadership roles who have achieved impressive results in the past year. In addition to serving as the New York office managing partner, McGorty is a member of   more

Crowell and Moring: The New York Law Journal Names Partner Ilana Lubin a Rising Star
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Crowell and Moring, a law firm, issued the following news release: The New York Law Journal recognized Ilana Lubin as a 2019 "Rising Star" at the New York Legal Awards ceremony on Wednesday at Tribeca 360 in New York. The award honors the region's most promising lawyers, age 40 and younger, who have "established a record of accomplishments and demonstrated that they are top contributors to the practice of law and their communities." Lubin, a partner in the firm's New York  more

De Blasio Administration Announces Kickoff of Early Voting in New York City
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - For the first time in history New Yorkers will be able to vote early from tomorrow, Saturday, October 26 until Sunday, November 3 * * * The de Blasio Administration and DemocracyNYC today announced the beginning of early voting in New York City, after the passage of the State Legislature this year. For the upcoming General Election and every election moving forward, New Yorkers will have nine (9) ex  more

De Blasio Administration Files Lawsuit Against Postal Service to End Illegal Shipment of Cigarettes
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - Postal Service delivers hundreds of thousands of cartons of cigarettes annually, costing New York City and States nationwide tens of millions of dollars in tax revenues * * * Mayor Bill de Blasio, Acting Corporation Counsel Georgia M. Pestana, and New York City Sheriff Joseph Fucito today announced the filing of a joint lawsuit with California Attorney General Xavier Becerra against the United Stat  more

DEC and Partners Host 5,000 Student Scientists at 17th Annual 'Day in the Life of the Hudson and Harbor'
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - Scientific Data Collection Connects Students with River and New York Harbor * * * New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today that shorefronts up and down the Hudson River and the piers of New York Harbor are being taken over by an estimated 5,000 local students armed with seine nets, minnow pots, and w  more

Delta Celebrates Business Travelers During Busiest Business Travel Week of the Year
ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 25 -- Delta Airlines issued the following news: Customers flying this week traveled more than 600 million miles during our busiest business travel week of the year. To celebrate this milestone and our travelers' accomplishments, on Thursday Delta teams set up giveaway stations with localized hats at select departing gates for business traveler-heavy flights in Atlanta, Boston, Los Angeles, New York-LaGuardia and Seattle. "We are committed to creating meaningful connectio  more

Dentons Showcases Cross Border Strength at Global Financial Markets Regulatory and Disputes Forums in Singapore and Hong Kong
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news release: On 8 October 2019, Dentons Rodyk hosted the inaugural Dentons Global Financial Markets Regulatory and Disputes Forum in Singapore which was repeated on 11 October 2019 in Hong Kong. Dentons lawyers from Sydney (Louise Massey), Toronto (Tracy Molino and Ara Basmadjian), Shanghai (Nancy Sun and Frank Qu), Beijing (Raymond Zhu), Frankfurt (Michael Huertas), Hong Kong (Robert Rhoda and Richard Keady), London (Celyn Armst  more

Devolder Santos Pledges to Support Term Limits on Congress
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- U.S. Term Limits issued the following news release: U.S. Term Limits (USTL), the leader in the non-partisan national movement to limit terms for elected officials, praises candidate Devolder Santos, 2020 U.S. House candidate for New York (district 3), for signing the pledge for an amendment to term limit Congress. The primary election is scheduled for June 23, 2020. U.S. Term Limits has the support of nearly 70 pledge signers in Congress. USTL President Philip Blumel com  more

Duff & Phelps Elects Bill McNabb to Its Board of Directors
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Duff and Phelps issued the following news: Duff & Phelps, the global advisor that protects, restores and maximizes value, today announced that F. William (Bill) McNabb III has been appointed to the firm's board of directors. McNabb is the former chairman and chief executive officer of The Vanguard Group, Inc, where he served in various leadership roles before being named chief executive officer in 2008 and chairman in 2010. He retired as chief executive officer in 2017 and  more

Duff & Phelps: Brian Little Named One of the Most Influential Investment Bankers by the Los Angeles Business Journal
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Duff and Phelps issued the following news: The Los Angeles Business Journal announced that Duff & Phelps' Managing Director Brian Little has been named as one of the Most Influential Investment Bankers. The winners were chosen for their contributions to the Los Angeles business community. Brian is a managing director in the Consumer, Food, Restaurant and Retail M&A Advisory practice and is based in the Los Angeles office. He has over 16 years of experience of advising mi  more

Duff & Phelps: Will the Oil Industry Help Address Climate Change?
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Duff and Phelps issued the following news: Mike Collier, Managing Director in Duff & Phelps' Transaction Advisory Services practice, published an article in Renewable Energy World, focusing on the factors contributing to the renewable energy revolution and the potential role of the oil industry in this shift. In the article, Mike highlights the investments made by some of the top oil companies in renewable energy and how the costs to generate power from renewables, such as  more

EMarketer: Apple Pay Overtakes Starbucks as Top Mobile Payment App in the US
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- eMarketer, a market research company, issued the following news release: For the first time, a generic mobile payment app is more popular than the Starbucks mobile app, which had long led the category despite being specific to one retailer. Apple Pay became the market leader last year, when 27.7 million Americans used the app to make a purchase. Since our last mobile payments forecast in May 2018, Apple Pay use has grown even faster than expected. In 2019, Apple Pay will   more

ESPN's Monday Night Football Up Four Percent Season-to-Date As Patriots-Jets Scores 10.9 Million Viewers
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Oct. 22 -- ESPN, a sports media company, issued the following news release: * * * - MNF is the No. 1 telecast of the night among households, viewers and key male and adult demos, helping ESPN win the night among all networks * * * Last night's Monday Night Football game - a New England Patriots' 33-0 victory over the New York Jets - averaged 10,902,000 viewers across ESPN and ESPN Deportes, a three percent increase over ESPN's Giants-Falcons Week 7 matchup in 2018, acco  more

Final Plan for MTA Bronx Bus Network Redesign Adds New Local, Express Service
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release: * * * - Sets Foundation for New All-Day High Frequency Network to Attract Ridership * * * The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today released the final plan for the Bronx Bus Network Redesign that proposes two new local routes and one new express route, increases service frequency on nine corridors where multiple bus routes share streets, improves crosstown connections,  more

FlightSafety and Gulfstream Prepare To Provide Training for the New Gulfstream G700
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety International and Gulfstream Aerospace are preparing to provide training for the new Gulfstream G700 aircraft. "We are pleased to once again be selected by Gulfstream to support the development of a new aircraft," said David Davenport, President & CEO. "This further demonstrates the trust and confidence Gulfstream has in FlightSafety's ability and commitment to provide the highest quality training a  more

FlightSafety Expands Its Gulfstream G280 Training Program to Wilmington, Delaware
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety International is expanding the training it provides for the Gulfstream G280 aircraft. Training will be offered at the company's Learning Center located in Wilmington, Delaware next summer. This will be FlightSafety's fourth simulator for the Gulfstream G280. The first three are located at FlightSafety's Learning Center in Savannah, Georgia and Dallas, Texas. "We are pleased to increase our support   more

FlightSafety International Congratulates the First Graduates to Complete the Cabin Systems Master Technician Program
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety International congratulates the first graduates to complete the Cabin Systems Master Technician program. "We are pleased to congratulate John Rowell, Director of Maintenance, Valero Services Inc. and Tommy Tippett, Gulfstream Aerospace on their significant achievement," said Dann Runik, Senior Vice President, Operations. "Completing our new Cabin Systems Master Technician path demonstrates John and   more

FlightSafety International to Build a New Learning Center In Houston
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety International is pleased to announce that it will build a new Learning Center in Houston, Texas. Construction is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2020. The new state-of-the-art building will be located in the Houston Spaceport area at the Ellington Airport. The airport currently supports the operations of the United States military, NASA, and a variety of general aviation tenants. It is also home  more

FlightSafety Textron Aviation Training to Install a New Cessna Citation Latitude Simulator in Europe
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety Textron Aviation Training announces the upcoming installation of a new simulator for the Cessna Citation Latitude aircraft in Europe. The exact location will be determined based on Customer needs. "Expanding our Citation Latitude training program to Europe will provide our Customers with another conveniently located high quality training option," said David Davenport, President & CEO, FlightSafety I  more

FlightSafety to Offer an Advanced Rejected Takeoff Go/No-Go Recurrent Course for Pilots Who Fly The Falcon 2000EX EASy Aircraft
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety International will offer an Advanced Rejected Takeoff Go/No-Go Recurrent course for pilots who fly the Falcon 2000EX EASy aircraft starting in November 2019. The course will be available at FlightSafety's Learning Centers in Dallas, Texas and Teterboro, New Jersey. "Our Advanced Training Rejected takeoff Go/No-Go Recurrent course is designed to test and validate a Flight Departments Takeoff briefing  more

FlightSafety's New Dassault Falcon 2000LXS/900LX Interchangeable Simulator Enters Service at the Teterboro Learning Center
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety International announces that training using a new Dassault Falcon 2000LXS/900LX interchangeable simulator will begin on October 26, 2019 at the Teterboro Learning Center following FAA Level D qualification. "We are pleased to expand the training programs we offer for operators of Dassault Falcon aircraft at our Teterboro Learning Center with this new interchangeable simulator," said Steve Gross, Sen  more

Foley Hoag Counsel Christina Hioureas to Speak at the NYSBA Dispute Resolution Section Fall Meeting 2019
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 22 -- Foley Hoag, a law firm, issued the following news: Foley Hoag LLP counsel and United Nations practice chair Christina Hioureas will be a featured speaker at the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) Dispute Resolution Section Fall Meeting, taking place on October 25, 2019 at New York Law School. This year's theme is the "Future of Alternative Dispute Resolution: Where Are We Going and How Do We Get There?" Hioureas will join "The Coming Revolution in Interna  more

Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown Launches Martinis & Mistletoe
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: The most magical time of the year to be in New York City is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by starting a new holiday tradition in the heart of downtown, with the best that Lower Manhattan has to offer. In celebration of the festive season, Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown unveils the launch of Martinis & Mistletoe - an exclusive festive package and social media sweepstakes  more

Fox Corporation and Charter Communications Announce Comprehensive Distribution Agreement
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- Charter Communications, a broadband communications company, issued the following news release: New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA - Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) ("FOX") and Charter Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHTR) ("Charter") today announced a long-term, comprehensive renewal of their distribution agreement for FOX's full portfolio of leading news, entertainment and sports networks. In addition, FOX and Charter will cooperate to mitigate piracy, implementing busines  more

Fox News Re-Signs Bryan Llenas to Multiyear Deal
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Fox News Channel, a cable and satellite television news channel, issued the following news release: FOX News Channel (FNC) has re-signed National Correspondent Bryan Llenas to a new multiyear deal, announced Jay Wallace, President & Executive Editor, FOX News Media. Llenas will continue to cover national breaking news based out of New York City. In making the announcement Wallace said "Bryan has done excellent, on-the-ground reporting during numerous breaking news situatio  more

Fried Frank Welcomes Executive Compensation & ERISA Partner Jason R. Ertel
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson issued the following news release: Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP announced today that Jason R. Ertel has joined the Firm as a partner in the Executive Compensation & ERISA Department. He will be based in the Firm's New York office. Mr. Ertel has significant experience advising on a variety of executive compensation, ERISA, and other employee benefit matters, primarily in the context of public and private company merge  more

FTI Consulting Set to Join S&P MidCap 400
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- S&P Dow Jones Indices, a division of S&P Global, issued the following news release: * * * - KKR Real Estate Finance Trust to Join S&P SmallCap 600 * * * S&P SmallCap 600 constituent FTI Consulting Inc. (NYSE: FCN) will replace Medidata Solutions Inc. (NASD: MDSO) in the S&P MidCap 400, and KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Inc. (NYSE: KREF) will replace FTI Consulting in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the open of trading on Wednesday, October 30. Dassault Systemes S  more

Fujifilm Introduces the X-PRO3 - a Return to the Craft and Heart of Photography
VALHALLA, New York, Oct. 23 -- Fujifilm USA issued the following news: FUJIFILM North America Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the FUJIFILM X-Pro3, the latest rangefinder from the X Series range of mirrorless digital cameras, and perfect for photographers on the move who want top-level features, a low profile, and reliable durability. Created with street photographers and photojournalists in mind, the features of the X-Pro3 are designed to keep the photographer focused on the s  more

GE Aviation's GEnx Engines Power Qantas 787-9 Record-Breaking Non-Stop Flight From New York to Sydney
EVENDALE, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- G.E. Aviation, a subsidiary of General Electric, issued the following news release: GE Aviation was honored to power Qantas' Project Sunrise nonstop flight from New York to Sydney in a record-breaking 19 hours and 16 minutes with the GEnx engine. On Saturday, October 19, a total of 49 passengers and crew participated in the historic flight, covering 10,200 miles of land and sea and crossed 15 time zones. The flight on the 787-9 was the first of three ultra long-haul  more

GIR Ranks WilmerHale Among Top Tier Firms on Its List of the World's Leading Investigations Firms
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- WilmerHale, a law firm, issued the following news: WilmerHale placed second in Global Investigations Review's (GIR) annual ranking of the world's 30 leaders for investigations, with the Outstanding Career Award bestowed upon New York-based Senior Counsel Roger Witten. GIR is a news source focused on the law and practice of international investigations. For the fifth consecutive year, the firm has been ranked among the top three on GIR's list of the world's most accomplis  more

Goodwin Receives the Pro Bono Institute's Pickering Award
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 21 -- Goodwin Procter, a law firm, issued the following news release: The Pro Bono Institute presented Goodwin the Pickering Award for its commitment to pro bono legal services. Named after the late appellate attorney and public interest law leader John H. Pickering, the annual award recognizes firms that have demonstrated a meaningful and organization-wide commitment to pro bono and public interest law. Goodwin was honored during the Pro Bono Institute's "Changing   more

Gov. Cuomo Announces $12.9 Million for Community-Based Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Programs
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 21 -- The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance issued the following news release: * * * - Funding will Help Promote Healthy Eating Habits Among Low Income Families - Programs to Improve Wellness Among Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Recipients; Other Low-Income, Food-Insecure Populations * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $12.9 million in federal funding for 16 non-profit organizations to promote healthy diets and active l  more

Gov. Cuomo Announces Start of Construction on $22.8 Million Housing and Healthcare Complex For Seniors in Buffalo
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance issued the following news release: * * * - Westminster Commons Pairs 84 Affordable and Supportive Homes for Older Adults with Community Health Services * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the start of construction on a $22.8 million housing and healthcare development for older adults in the city of Buffalo. Westminster Commons will include a newly constructed building with 84 affordable a  more

Greenberg Traurig's White Collar Practice Attracts Former Federal Prosecutor David I. Miller
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: David I. Miller, an experienced trial lawyer and former federal prosecutor, has joined the New York office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP as a shareholder in its Litigation Practice. He joins from Morgan Lewis. "Greenberg Traurig has a highly regarded, award-winning team in areas critical to my clients. The firm's Global White Collar Defense & Special Investigations and Trial practices are ahead o  more

Greenberg Traurig: Attorneys Represent Invesco Real Estate and L+M Workforce Housing Fund, LP in the Acquisition of Manhattan Apartment Portfolio
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: A team of Greenberg Traurig, P.A. attorneys led by Richard J. Giusto, co-chair of the firm's Global Real Estate Practice, represented global real estate investment manager Invesco Real Estate and L+M Development Partners in the acquisition of a Manhattan, New York apartment portfolio valued at more than $1 billion. The portfolio consists of five multifamily assets, including subsidized market units. The prop  more

Greenberg Traurig: Katharine J. Neer to Speak at New York State Bar Association's Women on the Move CLE
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Katharine J. Neer, a Government Law & Policy associate in the Albany office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP will speak at the New York State Bar Association's (NYSBA) Women on the Move 2019 CLE Program, Oct. 23 in Albany, New York. The panel entitled, "Women in Leadership Changing Paths - Leadership Development, Overcoming Barriers and Honing Your Skills," will discuss the pressures women face in tr  more

Grey House Publishing Announces 3rd Edition of Encyclopedia of U.S. Cabinet: 1789-2019
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 23 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Grey House Publishing is proud to announce the publication of the third edition of the Encyclopedia of the United States Cabinet: 1789-2019. In the almost 10 years since the last edition of this book, not only have there been two new presidential administrations, but the political climate in the country has been unlike any previous decade. From the fallout of the economic crisis that began in 2008, to the ri  more

Grey House Publishing Announces the 2019 Edition of R.R. Bowker's Law Books & Serials in Print
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Law Books & Serials in Print, now in its 44th edition, is the go-to source for bibliographic information on thousands of current legal books, serials, and multimedia publications distributed or published in the United States. This three-volume, 3,900-page edition offers users immediate access to over 90,000 titles and 20,000 serials, comprising over 100,000 entries in over 19,000 subject areas. This new editi  more

Grey House Publishing Announces the 2019 Edition of R.R. Bowker's Law Books & Serials in Print
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Law Books & Serials in Print, now in its 44th edition, is the go-to source for bibliographic information on thousands of current legal books, serials, and multimedia publications distributed or published in the United States. This three-volume, 3,900-page edition offers users immediate access to over 90,000 titles and 20,000 serials, comprising over 100,000 entries in over 19,000 subject areas. This new editi  more

Grey House Publishing Announces the 2019-2020 Edition of R.R. Bowker's Books in Print
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Books in Print, now in its 72nd Edition, is the go-to source for bibliographic information on the over one million titles published or distributed in the United States since 2005. This seven-volume, 18,000+ page edition offers users immediate access to over 2.5 million active titles from over 75,000 U.S. publishers. This new edition, with over 500,000 more entries than the previous edition, is a vital resourc  more

Grey House Publishing Announces the 2019-2020 Edition of The Comparative Guide to American Suburbs
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Grey House Publishing is proud to announce the publication of the tenth edition of The Comparative Guide to American Suburbs. This guide provides detailed statistical information on 3,159 suburban communities (28 more than the last edition) with populations of 10,000 or more, surrounding the 80 largest metropolitan areas in the United States. The Comparative Guide to American Suburbs has been designed for ind  more

Grey House Publishing Announces the 2019-2020 Edition of the Environmental Resource Handbook
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Grey House Publishing is proud to announce the publication of the 2019-2020 edition of The Environmental Resource Handbook. This complete handbook and research guide offers a unique combination of more than 6,300 environmental resources and listings, as well as 350 tables, maps, and charts of environmental statistics and rankings--all revised with the most current information available. Hailed as a "must-have  more

Grey House Publishing Announces the 2019/2020 Edition of Financial Literacy: Planning for the Future
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 23 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Grey House Publishing is proud to welcome the 2019/2020 edition of Financial Literacy: Planning for the Future. This eight volume set provides readers with easy-to-understand guidance on how to manage their finances. This set is designed for those who are ready for the next step in their financial planning-starting a family, buying a home, weighing insurance options, protecting themselves from identify theft,   more

Grey House Publishing Announces the 2019/2020 Edition of the Complete Resource Guide for Pediatric Disorders
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: The Complete Resource Guide for Pediatric Disorders, 2019/20 provides current, understandable medical information, resources and support services for 213 pediatric disorders. A repeat winner of the National Health Information Awards "Honoring the Nation's Best Consumer Health Information Programs and Materials" award, this reference work provides vital information for afflicted children and their support netwo  more

Grey House Publishing Announces the Fifth Edition of Profiles of Massachusetts
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Grey House Publishing is proud to announce the publication of the fifth edition of Profiles of Massachusetts. This volume in Grey House Publishing's Profiles of... Series provides data on all populated communities and counties in the state of Massachusetts. This edition also includes profiles of 104 unincorporated places based on US Census Data by zip code, as well as communities that span multiple zip codes.   more

Grey House Publishing Announces the Seventh Title in the Opinions Throughout History Series: The Death Penalty
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: The Death Penalty is the seventh volume in the new series, Opinions Throughout History. Each volume in the series is designed to follow the evolution of public opinion on a current and controversial topic that has changed throughout history. Each volume discusses important primary and secondary documents such as newspaper and magazine articles, speeches, court decisions, and other legislation. Accompanied by e  more

Grey House Publishing Announces the Spring 2019 Edition of Weiss Ratings' Investment Research Guide to Bond & Money Mutual Funds
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Grey House Publishing is proud to announce the publication of the Spring 2019 Edition of Weiss Ratings' Investment Research Guide to Bond & Money Mutual Funds. Published four times per year, Weiss Ratings' Investment Research Guide to Bond & Money Mutual Funds provides investors and consumers independent, unbiased data on which Bond and Money Market Mutual Funds to consider and which should be avoided. The S  more

Grey House Publishing Announces the Spring 2019 Edition of Weiss Ratings' Investment Research Guide to Exchange-Traded Funds
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Grey House Publishing is proud to announce the publication of the Spring 2019 Edition of Weiss Ratings' Investment Research Guide to Consumer Guides. Published quarterly, Weiss Ratings' Investment Research Guide to Exchange-Traded Funds contains seven main sections, preceded by an introductory section and followed by a thorough Appendix. Weiss' complete letter-grade rubric is detailed within the introduction   more

Grey House Publishing Announces the Spring 2019 Edition of Weiss Ratings' Investment Research Guide to Stock Mutual Funds
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Grey House Publishing is proud to announce the publication of the Spring 2019 Edition of Weiss Ratings' Investment Research Guide to Stock Mutual Funds. Published four times per year, Weiss Ratings' Investment Research Guide to Stock Mutual Funds' purpose is to provide accurate, unbiased ratings and data to help citizens across the U.S. choose the most profitable stock mutual funds at the most efficacious time  more

Grey House Publishing Announces the Spring 2019 Editions of Weiss Ratings' Consumer Guides
AMENIA, New York, Oct. 22 -- Grey House Publishing issued the following news release: Grey House Publishing is proud to announce the publication of the Spring 2019 Editions of Weiss Ratings' Consumer Guides. Published twice per year, Weiss Ratings' Guide Consumer Guides contain nine individual guides, each for a different financial-planning sector. Each guide in Weiss Ratings' Consumer Guides is packed with accurate, unbiased information and recommendations that patrons have come to expect fro  more

Hamilton College: How Inequality Affects Demand for and Supply of News
CLINTON, New York, Oct. 22 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Hamilton College issued the following news: When the richest get richer, there is greater supply of news stories that affirm the American dream - the belief that hard work leads to success, sometimes referred to as "individualistic news." This is one of the findings in and senior Andrew Wei and Henry Platt Bristol Professor of Economics Ann Owen's paper, "Inequality and Bias in the Demand for and Supply of News," published in Social Science Q  more

Hawaii A.G. Connors Files Comment Letter on EPA's Proposed Rule to Limit States' Clean Water Act Oversight
HONOLULU, Hawaii, Oct. 22 -- Hawaii Attorney General Clare E. Connors issued the following news release: Hawaii Attorney General Clare E. Connors as part of a twenty-three (23) jurisdiction coalition lead by California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson, filed a comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed rule which would unlawfully curtail state authority under Section 401   more

Hazen and Sawyer: 2019 WQTC Presentations
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Hazen and Sawyer, a provider of water quality research, issued the following news: Hazen and Sawyer staff will conduct 18 presentations and moderate six sessions at the 2019 Water Quality Technology Conference, to be held November 3-7 in Dallas, TX. Our presentations will include: Are All Groundwaters Created Equal? AOP Testing on Three Wellfields in the San Fernando Basin Evaluation of GAC Filtration and Reverse Osmosis for a Return to Free Chlorine Disinfection PAA as  more

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Outlines As-a-Service Strategy and Announces FY20 Outlook
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Hewlett Packard Enterprise, an information technology company, issued the following news release: * * * - Estimates FY20 non-GAAP diluted net earnings per share outlook of $1.78-$1.94, up 7% year-over-year at the mid-point - Estimates FY20 GAAP diluted net earnings per share outlook of $1.01-$1.17, up 63% year-over-year at the mid-point * * * Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) today held its annual Securities Analyst Meeting and provided strategy and financial updat  more

Hines Invests in Edge-on-Hudson
SLEEPY HOLLOW, New York, Oct. 21 -- Hines issued the following news release: * * * - Signs Agreement to Purchase and Build Luxury Apartments * * * The development team at Edge-on-Hudson, located in Sleepy Hollow, NY, announced that it has reached agreement with Hines, the international real estate firm, to develop 246 luxury apartments in Phase Two of the highly anticipated project rising along the banks of the Hudson River. The new apartments will be located at the entrance of Edge-on-Hudso  more

IHeartMedia and BuzzFeed News Announce 'Impeachment Today,' a New IHeartRadio Original Podcast on The Trump Impeachment Process
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release: iHeartMedia, the No. 1 commercial podcast publisher globally, and BuzzFeed News, the leading news publisher of its generation, today announced "Impeachment Today," a new daily podcast covering the Trump impeachment process. "Impeachment Today" will be co-produced by iHeartMedia and BuzzFeed News and will be distributed through the iHeartPodcast Network beginning today. Hosted by BuzzFeed News' Senior Reporter Hayes Brown - a   more

IHeartMedia Names Yesenia Bello Senior Vice President of Multicultural Sales
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release: iHeartMedia announced today that Yesenia Bello has been named iHeartMedia's Senior Vice President of Multicultural Sales, effective immediately. Bello will report to Alan Korowitz, Executive Vice President of National Platforms, and will be based out of New York. In her new role, Bello will be responsible for developing sales opportunities with key multicultural advertisers and their agencies across iHeartMedia broadcast stati  more

Illinois State Rep. Hernandez Convenes Veterans' Issues Panel in Aurora
AURORA, Illinois, Oct. 22 -- The Illinois House Democrats issued the following news on behalf of Illinois State Rep. Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora: State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is hosting a veterans' issues panel alongside state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Aurora, on Tuesday, Nov. 5 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Gillerson's Grubbery, located at 33 W. New York St. in Aurora. "I am extremely proud that we have such an active veteran community here in my district, with many different orga  more

Infor Named a Leader in Gartner 2019 Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Asset Management Software
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Infor, an enterprise software provider, issued the following news release: * * * - Infor CloudSuite EAM continues to help organizations transform asset performance and maintenance productivity * * * Infor, a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry, today announced that the company was recognized as a Leader in the Gartner 2019 Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Asset Management Software for Infor EAM.1 Per Gartner, key characteristics of Leaders inclu  more

ITT Issues Financials for 3rd Quarter of 2019
WHITE PLAINS, New York, Oct. 21 -- ITT Corp. issued the following news release: ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) will release its third-quarter 2019 financial results on the investor relations section of its website at 6:45 a.m. Eastern Time, on Friday, November 1, 2019. At 9 a.m. Eastern Time, senior management will review financial and operating results, comment on current conditions and answer questions during an investor briefing. The briefing can be accessed live by calling +1 (706) 643-7542 (ID#: 90  more

JMA to Showcase the Power of Live Private CBRS at Mobile World Congress Americas
SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 21 -- JMA Wireless, a wireless communications company, issued the following news release: JMA, a U.S innovator of 4G and 5G software-based technology, will be exhibiting at Mobile World Congress Americas, demonstrating a varied set of edge use cases powered by a Live Private CBRS network. Visitors can experience demos at South Hall, booth 1946. JMA's CBRS solution is powered by the XRAN 100% software baseband and CellHub radio system, recently OnGo certified by CBRS Al  more

Kacie Mcdonnell Joins Fox Nation
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Fox News Channel, a cable and satellite television news channel, issued the following news release: FOX Nation, the on demand subscription-based streaming service, has signed Kacie McDonnell as a lifestyle and sports host, announced John Finley, Executive Vice President of the platform. She will make her debut at the FOX Nation Patriot Awards in St. Petersburg, Florida on Wednesday, November 6th. In making the announcement, Finley said, "We are looking forward to having Ka  more

Kimco Realty Issues Financials for 3rd Quarter of 2019
NEW HYDE PARK, New York, Oct. 24 -- Kimco Realty, a real estate investment trust company, issued the following news release: Kimco Realty Corp. (NYSE:KIM) today reported results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2019. For the three months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018, net income available to the company's common shareholders was $0.14 per diluted share and $0.19 per diluted share, respectively. Third Quarter Highlights: * Increased pro-rata occupancy to 96.4%, representing an all  more

King & Spalding Continues the Growth of Its Corporate Practice With the Addition of a New Team of Partners
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- King and Spalding, a law firm, issued the following news release: King & Spalding today announced that Lawrence Yanowitch, Thomas Knox, Charles Katz, and Jeremy Schropp have joined the firm as partners in its Corporate, Finance and Investments (CFI) practice group. The team focuses on mergers & acquisitions, emerging companies and venture capital and technology and outsourcing transactions, for a wide range of technology and aerospace, defense government services (ADG) co  more

Leading Hotels of the World: Shannon Knapp Appointed to President & Chief Executive Officer
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- The Leading Hotels of the World, a collection of uncommon luxury hotels, issued the following news release: * * * - Champion of Independent Luxury Hotels is Poised for Success with New Visionary Leader * * * The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd (LHW) announced today that the Executive Committee, comprised of seven LHW hoteliers, has appointed Shannon Knapp as the next President & Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Knapp, who assumed leadership responsibiliti  more

Lee Enterprises: Brian Corcoran Named Publisher in Glens Falls
DAVENPORT, Iowa, Oct. 21 -- Lee Enterprises, a provider of local news, information and advertising, issued the following news release: Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (NYSE: LEE), a leading provider of news, information and advertising in 50 markets, announced today that Regional Controller and Operations Director Brian Corcoran has been named publisher of the Post-Star in Glens Falls, New York. Corcoran has served as interim publisher since March of 2019. "Brian has demonstrated in the interim   more

M&T Again Ranks Among the Nation's Top Small Business Lenders
BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 23 -- M&T Bank, a financial holding company, issued the following news release: * * * - Top Lender in Baltimore, Buffalo, Delaware, Philadelphia, Syracuse and Washington D.C. * * * M&T Bank continues its leadership in small businesses lending, ranking No. 7 nationally and No. 1 in many of its major communities for the U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) fiscal year (FY) 2019. Over the course of the year, M&T Bank extended 1,449 loans for a total of $178.8 mill  more

Madison Square Garden: Six Sold-Out Years the Greatest Arena Run Ever Continues
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- The Madison Square Garden issued the following news: The Madison Square Garden Company announced today that legendary musician and MSG music franchise Billy Joel will continue his record-breaking monthly residency on Saturday, January 25, 2020 with his 72nd consecutive show at Madison Square Garden. Nearly 42 years after his debut performance at The Garden, the January 2020 show will mark Joel's 118th lifetime performance, all sell-outs, with more than one million tickets s  more

Madison Square Garden: The New York Knicks and Squarespace Announce Third Annual 'Make It Awards'
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- The Madison Square Garden issued the following news: The New York Knicks and Squarespace, the leading all-in-one website building platform, today announced the kickoff of the third annual "Make It Awards," a program that provides select tri-state area entrepreneurs with the funds, exposure and guidance they need to take their businesses to the next level. Each of the winning businesses, four in total, will be provided with a $30,000 grant, use of select Squarespace marketin  more

Maine House Democrats: Juvenile Justice Task Force Meeting and Community Forum to Be Held in Bangor This Month
AUGUSTA, Maine, Oct. 25 -- The Maine House Democrats issued the following news release: The Juvenile Justice System Assessment and Reinvestment Task Force will hold its October meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Richard E. Dyke Center for Family Business at Husson University in Bangor. The meeting is open to the public. The Task Force will hear from Gladys Carrin, former Commissioner of New York City Administration for Children's Services and former Commissioner of the N  more

Mastercard Acquires SessionM to Broaden Its Merchant Loyalty & Marketing Services
PURCHASE, New York, Oct. 22 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Mastercard (NYSE: MA) today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire SessionM, a U.S.-based technology company. SessionM's customer engagement and loyalty platform empowers the world's most innovative brands--including retailers, airlines, restaurants and CPG companies--to forge stronger and more profitable consumer relationships. The addition of SessionM will enhance Mastercard's ability to help brands a  more

Mastercard Celebrates National Women's Small Business Month Launching a Summit With Create & Cultivate
PURCHASE, New York, Oct. 21 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: To celebrate National Women's Small Business Month, Mastercard continued its commitment to spotlighting women entrepreneurs by gathering it's Women's Business Advisory Council for a retreat and kicking off its first ever Small Business Summit in partnership with Create & Cultivate in New York City. A limited-edition collection by Florence Tang from Lot, Stock and Barrel featuring artwork by Lyz Olko caps off the celebr  more

Mastercard Establishes Principles for Data Responsibility
PURCHASE, New York, Oct. 24 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Nine out of ten people say data privacy is important to them, according to a recent Mastercard-commissioned survey, yet only one-quarter say companies are doing a very good job handling individuals' data. Mastercard today announced the launch of the Data Responsibility Imperative to advance a dialogue around how organizations can work together to close this gap, inviting others to join them in the effort. The initiativ  more

Mastercard Expands Bill Pay Exchange Partners
PURCHASE, New York, Oct. 20 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Mastercard today announced that it is working with several new partners, including ConEd, to roll out Mastercard Bill Pay Exchange. Avidia Bank, Aliaswire Inc., OSG Billing Services and Transactis will be among the first to offer Bill Pay Exchange to their customers. Mastercard rolled out Bill Pay Exchange to make it easier for consumers to view, manage and pay telecom, utility, rent, credit card, mortgage and other p  more

Mastercard Launches Payment on Delivery Driving Real-Time Payments Adoption
PURCHASE, New York, Oct. 20 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Mastercard today unveiled Payment on Delivery, a new solution allowing businesses to pay a supplier in real-time when receiving goods or services. The company is piloting the program with PNC Bank, which leverages the RTP(R) network from The Clearing House for real-time payments clearing and settlement capabilities. Mastercard will roll this out to industries with complex distribution networks and supply chains, solvi  more

Mayor De Blasio Announces Lower East Side Late-Night Quality of Life Improvement Plan
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced a multi-agency plan to improve the quality of life of thousands of New Yorkers living in one of the city's densest nightlife districts. The plan, created by the Office of Nightlife, targets a 6-block area on Ludlow and Orchard Streets between Houston and Delancey on Manhattan's Lower East Side. Improvements will reduce traffic and pedestrian congestion on the street and mak  more

Mercy College President Included in City & State's Westchester Power 100 List of Influential Leaders
DOBBS FERRY, New York, Oct. 16 -- Mercy College issued the following news release: Mercy President Timothy L. Hall has been named to Westchester's Power 100, an annual list of the most influential leaders across the state compiled by City & State, a media organization that covers New York's local and state politics and policy. Hall and fellow honorees will be recognized at a Westchester Power 100 cocktail reception on Thursday, October 17 at Whitby Castle in Rye, New York. Westchester County E  more

Minnesota A.G. Ellison Joins Lawsuit Protecting Endangered Species Act
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 22 -- Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison issued the following news: * * * - ESA currently protects the Topeka Shiner, Canada Lynx, and Prairie Fringed Orchid, among other Minnesota species * * * Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced today that he has joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general and the City of New York that is suing the Trump Administration for rollbacks of the Endangered Species Act. The lawsuit, first filed on September 25, 2019 i  more

Morgan Lewis Named Among Top 30 Investigations Firms by Global Investigations Review
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: Morgan Lewis has been recognized on Global Investigations Review's (GIR) list of the top 30 investigations firms in the world for 2019, moving up four spots from last year's ranking. Part of the GIR 100, the GIR 30 is an exclusive ranking within the publication's annual guide that recognizes the world's leading cross-border investigations practices based on their ability to carry out sophisticated government-led   more

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Introduces New Tool Kit to Effectively Integrate Jewish Values Into Charitable Giving and Investing Strategies
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release: Morgan Stanley today announced the launch of the Jewish Values Tool Kit designed to facilitate meaningful conversations about the wellspring of values shared among families, boards and the Financial Advisors and Institutional Consultants who serve them. The Jewish Values Tool Kit, a collaboration between Morgan Stanley's Investing with Impact and Philanthropy Management group  more

Morgan Stanley Wins Three Industry Awards From Money Management Institute and Barron's for Innovation in Investment Advisory Solutions
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release: Morgan Stanley today announced that it has won three industry awards from the Money Management Institute (MMI) and Barron's. The awards include Sponsor Platform of the Year for Morgan Stanley's Modern Wealth Platform (WealthDesk); Digital Innovation for Morgan Stanley's Portfolio Risk Platform; and Sustainable Investing for Morgan Stanley Impact Quotient(TM). The Sponsor Plat  more

MTA Announces Creation of Online Budget Transparency
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release: The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced that the agency has created a new online budget portal that allows users to view MTA budget information in an open, user-friendly way online. The budget portal is available at new.mta.info/budget. The online portal includes short explainers with an overview of the budget process, key elements of the MTA's capital and ope  more

MTA Announces Creation of Online Budget Transparency Portal
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release: The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced that the agency has created a new online budget portal that allows users to view MTA budget information in an open, user-friendly way online. The budget portal is available at new.mta.info/budget. The online portal includes short explainers with an overview of the budget process, key elements of the MTA's capital and ope  more

MTA Ridership Increases Across Subways, Buses, LIRR and Metro-North as On-Time Performance Continues Upward Trajectory
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release: * * * - Subway Weekday On-Time Performance Continues to Improve, Up Nearly 20% Compared to September of 2018; Weekday Major Incidents Decreased 29%, to Lowest Number Since Record Keeping Began in 2015 * * * The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced robust ridership increases on subways, buses, Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad, coinciding with im  more

N.Y. A.G. James: 138 Guns Turned in at Utica Gun Buyback
UTICA, New York, Oct. 24 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that 138 firearms were turned in to law enforcement at a gun buyback event held last Friday in Utica. The event was hosted by the Office of the New York Attorney General and the City of Utica's Police Department. The Office of the New York Attorney General accepts -- with no questions asked -- working and non-working unloaded firearms in   more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Announces Medication Opportunities Across State on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that New York is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration and local law enforcement to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In the midst of a nationwide outbreak of vaping-associated illnesses that has proven fatal in many cases, New Yorkers may dispose of vaping devices and cart  more

N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Administration Announces Record Increases in School Internet Capacity
NEW YORK, Oct. 16 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - Ten-fold increase in minimum speeds at all schools will support advanced instruction * * * Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Richard A. Carranza announced record increases in internet access in schools. Now, more students can take advantage of online resources and tools without interruption, including conducting research and engaging in coding and design programing. "If we want our kids t  more

N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Administration Launches Tenant Protection Ad Campaign and Website
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: Today, the de Blasio Administration launched a campaign to educate tenants on their new rights under the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019. The ads, designed by The Mayor's Office to Protect Tenants, give New York City renters the information they need to hold their landlords accountable. The ads will run from October 21st - December 15th and will be displayed in subways, bus shelters, small   more

N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Issues Transcript on Approval of the Plan to Close Rikers Island
NEW YORK, Oct. 17 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript on the approval of the plan to close Rikers Island: Mayor Bill de Blasio: Everybody, today we made history. The era of mass incarceration is over. It's over. This action today means the New York City is set on a new path. And Stanley talked about humanity - I want everyone to understand what this is about, it's about valuing our people, no longer condemning people and sending them on a pathway that only made thei  more

N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Issues Transcript on Brian Lehrer Show
NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript on the Brian Lehrer Show: 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 at 212-433-WNYC - 212-433-9692. Or, you can tweet a question, just use the hashtag #AsktheMayor. Good morning, Mr. Mayor. Welcome back to WNYC. Mayor Bill de Blasio: Good morning,   more

N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Issues Transcript on Brian Lehrer Show
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript on the Brian Lehrer Show: Brian Lehrer: It's the Brian Lehrer Show on WNYC. Good Friday morning, everyone. And we begin as we usually do on Fridays with our weekly Ask the Mayor segment, my questions and yours for Mayor Bill de Blasio at 2-1-2-4-3-3-WNYC, 2-1-2-4-3-3-9-6-9-2, or you can tweet your question, just use the hashtag #AskTheMayor. Good morning Mr. Mayor, welcome back to WNYC. Mayor Bill de Blasio: Hel  more

N.Y. PSC Issues Notice Involving Mohawk Power
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 17 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice (Case No. 19-E-0468) involving Mohawk Power: Petition of Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation d/b/a National Grid for Authority, Pursuant to Public Service Law Section 70, to Transfer Street Lighting Facilities to the City of Syracuse. NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE (NEGATIVE DECLARATION) NOTICE is hereby given that an Environmental Impact Statement will not be prepared in connection wit  more

N.Y. PSC Issues Notice Involving Number Three Wind
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice (Case No. 16-F-0328) involving Number Three Wind: Application of Number Three Wind LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Pursuant to Article 10 for Construction of a Wind Project Located in Lewis County. NOTICE OF MEETING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the New York State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment will convene at 10:00 AM, on Tuesday, Novem  more

N.Y. PSC Issues Notice Involving Orange and Rockland Utilities
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 17 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice (Case No. 18-E-0787) involving Orange and Rockland Utilities: Petition of Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. for Authority, Pursuant to Public Service Law Section 70, to Transfer Street Lighting Facilities to the Town of Warwick. NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE (NEGATIVE DECLARATION) NOTICE is hereby given that an Environmental Impact Statement will not be prepared in connection with  more

N.Y. PSC Issues Order Involving Bluesource Energy
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 18 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order (No. 19-M-0281) involving Bluesource Energy: On June 14, 2019, the Public Service Commission of the State of New York (Commission) issued an Order Instituting Proceeding and Show Cause (June Show Cause Order) against Bluesource Energy LLC (Bluesource) for failure to file its annual compliance filing with the Secretary./1 The Commission ordered Bluesource to show cause within thirty days why Blue  more

N.Y. PSC Issues Order Involving Cablevision Systems Huntington
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order (No. 19-V-0558) involving Cablevision Systems Huntington: On August 29, 2019, Cablevision Systems Huntington Corporation d/b/a Altice USA d/b/a Optimum submitted an application for approval of the renewal of its cable television franchise with the Town of Huntington, Suffolk County (Town). The Town authorized renewal of the franchise by Resolution dated May29, 2019,after a duly noticed public he  more

N.Y. PSC Issues Order Involving Central Hudson Gas & Electric
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order (No. 19-E-0466) involving Central Hudson Gas & Electric: On June 21, 2019, Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation (Central Hudson or the Company) filed proposed revisions of a housekeeping nature to its electric tariff schedule, P.S.C. No. 15. Specifically, the Company proposes to remove obsolete tariff references regarding Meter Service Providers and Meter Data Service Provider Programs (Met  more

N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling on Con Ed
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling (Case No. 17-G-0316) involving Consolidated Edison Company of New York: To: Joshua A. Konecni Associate, General Counsel, Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc., 4 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003-0987 Re: Case 17-G-0316 - Proceeding on Motion of the Commission for an Investigation into Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc.' s Compliance with Operator Qualification, Performance,  more

N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling on High Bridge Wind
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 21 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling (Case No. 18-F-0262) involving High Bridge Wind: Application of High Bridge Wind, LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Pursuant to Article 10 to Construct an Approximately 100 MW Wind Powered Electric Generating Facility Located in the Town of Guilford, Chenango County. RULING ON PARTY STATUS (Issued October 21, 2019) JAMES COSTELLO, ERIKA BERGEN and DANIEL P.   more

N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling on New York Power Authority
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling (Case No. 18-T-0207) involving New York Power Authority: Application of New York Power Authority for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Pursuant to Article VII for the Rebuild of the Existing Moses-Adirondack 1&2 230 kV Transmission Lines Extending approximately 86 Miles from the Robert Moses Switchyard in the Town of Massena, St. Lawrence County to the Adirondack Subs  more

N.Y. State Comptroller DiNapoli: Jackson Heights Economy Energized By Immigrants and Small Businesses
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: The Jackson Heights area is one of New York City's most diverse communities with one of the highest concentrations of immigrants, many running their own businesses and making major contributions to the booming local economy, according to a report released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Jackson Heights' diverse and dynamic immigrant community is the driving for  more

N.Y. State Comptroller DiNapoli: Wall St. First Half Profits Jumped
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: * * * - Best Start in a Decade, But Uncertainties Obscure Second Half * * * Pretax profits in the securities industry reached $15.1 billion in the first six months of 2019, an 11 percent increase over the same period last year, and the best start in a decade, but a slowdown in the global economy and other factors pose threats to second half profits, according to State Comptroller Tho  more

N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Announces Completion of New Accessibility and Sustainability Improvements at North-South Lake Campground
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 23 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - $366,000 Project Supports Governor Cuomo's Adventure NY Initiative to Connect New Yorkers with Nature * * * New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced the completion of improvements to the North-South Lake Campground and Day Use Area in Greene County, which include improvements to the campground's acce  more

N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Statewide Forest Ranger Actions for 10/14 - 10/20/19
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- 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 Education Department: $7 Million in Grants Now Available for My Brother's Keeper Challenge
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following news release: * * * - Grants Support New York's Initiative to Develop Programs and Strategies to Improve Outcomes for Boys and Young Men of Color * * * The New York State Education Department is now accepting applications for the My Brother's Keeper (MBK) Challenge Grant, Interim State Education Commissioner Beth Berlin announced today. A total of $7 million is available through the MBK Challenge Grant,  more

National Research Study Finds Majority of Americans Surveyed Do Not Understand Fixed Income
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- BNY Mellon, a banking and financial services holding company, issued the following news release: * * * - Only 8% Accurately Define Fixed Income Investments; Nearly Half Have No Fixed Income Investments * * * A new research study released today from BNY Mellon Investment Management, one of the largest asset managers in the world with $1.9 trillion as of September 30, 20191, and the world's third-largest fixed income manager by assets2, revealed the majority of Americans s  more

Neota Logic: Melbourne Law Students to Present Legal Apps at Awards Night
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- Neota Logic, a producer of an artificial intelligence software platform, issued the following news: This Wednesday, 23 October, students from Melbourne Law School will compete in this semester's Law Apps Awards Night at the law school. During the spirited event, students will showcase the legal applications they have created in their Law Apps course led by Senior Lecturer Gary Cazalet using the Neota Logic software development platform with support from global law firm, He  more

New Rising Voices Classroom Library From Scholastic and David C. Banks Celebrates the Stories of Black and Latino Boys
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release: Today, Scholastic announced the Rising Voices Library, a new collection of books for K-5 classrooms containing high-interest, authentic texts that celebrate the stories of Black and Latino boys--some of the historically most underrepresented people in children's literature. The collection was curated with David C. Banks, President and CEO of the Eagle Academy Foundation and   more

New York A.G. James Announces Election Protection Hotline to Open During Early Voting
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - Attorney General's Office Will Troubleshoot Election Issues - During New York's First Early Voting Period * * * New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that the Attorney General's Office will make its Election Protection Hotline available to voters during New York's first early voting period, beginning on October 26, and lasting until November 3. Voters that experience pro  more

New York A.G. James Announces Second Annual International Charity Fraud Awareness Week
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: Attorney General Letitia James, the National Association of State Charities Officials (NASCO) and the Federal Trade Commission, today announced the second annual International Charity Fraud Awareness Week (ICFAW) from October 21 to 25, 2019. ICFAW is a coordinated international campaign to help charities and their contributors avoid charity fraud and promote wise giving. "It's unfortunate that far t  more

New York A.G. James Fights in Supreme Court to Protect States' Ability to Hold Polluters Accountable
NEW YORK, New York, Oct. 24 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - Coalition of fifteen states fight to ensure states can hold polluters accountable and force them to clean up hazardous waste sites * * * Attorney General James, as a part of a coalition of 15 attorneys general from across the country, today defended the ability of New York and other states to hold polluters accountable for the damage they cause. In the case of Atlantic Richfield   more

New York A.G. James Gives Update on Facebook Antitrust Investigation
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following update on the status of the multistate antitrust investigation into Facebook: "After continued bipartisan conversations with attorneys general from around the country, today I am announcing that we have vastly expanded the list of states, districts, and territories investigating Facebook for potential antitrust violations. Our inve  more

New York A.G. James Issues Statement on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day: "Tomorrow marks National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, an opportunity for New Yorkers to safely discard prescription drugs that are not in use. "Keeping expired or unused medication on hand can be dangerous, and it is important for people to properly dispose of prescription drugs. "I encourage anyone with unused prescription drugs to take advantage of thi  more

New York A.G. James, States Reach Settlement With Reckitt Over Allegations of Improper Marketing of Suboxone
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: Attorney General Letitia James today announced that New York and other states have reached an agreement with the pharmaceutical distributor Reckitt Benckiser Group ("Reckitt") to settle allegations that the company improperly marketed and promoted the drug Suboxone, resulting in improper expenditure of state Medicaid funds. Reckitt will pay $700 million to the settle the allegations, including those   more

New York City and Partners Celebrate Groundbreaking for Affordable, Supportive Housing in the Bronx
BRONX, New York, Oct. 25 -- The New York City Housing Development Corp. issued the following news release: * * * - Jerome Avenue Apartments will provide 175 new affordable homes for formerly homeless individuals and low-income families * * * Bronx Council Member Fernando Cabrera, the New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC), the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), and the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) joined Services for the  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces $10 Million for Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park in Buffalo
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 20 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following transcript involving: A rush transcript of the Governor's remarks is available below: Thank you. Thank you very much. It is great to be back. Boy is your mayor good. I was not planning to exceed the $3 million dollars. But now I am embarrassed into it. Mayor Brown is a star we have worked together on many projects. We have a great partnership. And Buffalo would not be doing what it is doing today if not for the st  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces $10 Million for Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park in Buffalo
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 20 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $10 million for two signature features of what will be the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Centennial Park in Buffalo. New York State will help fund a pedestrian bridge to replace the current Hudson Street Bridge, which will create access to the lake's edge in the park, as well as a new lagoon that boosts tourism and resiliency efforts. The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial   more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces $12.9 Million for Community-Based Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Programs
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 21 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Funding will Help Promote Healthy Eating Habits Among Low Income Families - Programs to Improve Wellness Among Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Recipients; Other Low-Income, Food-Insecure Populations * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $12.9 million in federal funding for 16 non-profit organizations to promote healthy diets and active lifestyles among individuals and ho  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Completion of $11.6 Million Affordable Housing Development for Seniors in Buffalo
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 21 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - People Inc.'s Linwood Lafayette Senior Apartments Offer 37 Mixed-Income Apartments in Gates Circle Neighborhood * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the completion of Linwood Lafayette Senior Apartments in Buffalo, a new $11.6 million affordable housing development with 37 apartments for older New Yorkers. The development will also include support services that allow people with i  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces New Actions to Address Higher Rates of Cancer in the East Buffalo/West Cheektowaga Regional Cancer Study Area
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced new actions to address higher rates of cancer in the East Buffalo/West Cheektowaga area. The plan has a primary focus on tobacco use, which a recent State Department of Health study found to be a likely contributor to certain elevated cancers for the area. The initiative includes a Community Cancer Prevention in Action grant of $225,000 annually for up to three  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces New Albany Airport Connector Exit 3 Southbound Will Open This Morning
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 20 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: A rush transcript of the Governor's remarks is available below: It's my pleasure to be here today and let me introduce the people who are joining me. To my left, Kelly Cummings who is the State Operations Director. To my right, we have New York State DOT, Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez. And to my far right, New York State Department of Transportation Chief Engineer   more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces New Albany Airport Connector Exit 3 Southbound Will Open This Morning
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 20 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Full Albany Airport Connector Project to be Completed One Year Ahead of Schedule - Exit 3 Opening Is Major Step in Completion of Project Delayed for Decades * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the new southbound off-ramp from the Adirondack Northway (Interstate 87) to Albany Shaker Road inColonie, Albany County will open this morning. The exit opening is ahead of schedule   more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces New Exhibit, 'Harlem Roots,' to Showcase New York State Harlem Art Collection for the First Time in More Than 20 Years
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Harlem Art Collection Restored After Water Damage and Made Ready for Public Display - Free Exhibit will be Open to the Public Beginning November 15 * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a new exhibit, "Harlem Roots," will open later this month in the Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building, marking the return of the New York State Harlem Art Collection to the public for the  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces New York State's First Farm Meadery License
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Royal Meadery in Delmar is the First State Licensed Farm Meadery to Produce Mead from New York State Sourced Honey * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that Royal Meadery in Albany County has been issued the first farm meadery license in New York State. Royal Meadery is a craft beverage manufacturer that produces mead from New York State-sourced honey. In December 2018, Governor C  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Opening of Henry Street Settlement's New Neighborhood Resource Center
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 23 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - New Dale Jones Burch Neighborhood Center Is Housed in a 136-year-old Firehouse - Project Supported by $1 Million in State Funds from the New York City Regional Economic Development Council * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that Henry Street Settlement, a social services organization that has served New Yorkers on Manhattan's Lower East Side for over 125 years, has opened its n  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Potsdam as $10 Million North Country Winner of Fourth-Round Downtown Revitalization Initiative
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - State to Collaborate with North Country Regional Economic Development Council to Revitalize Potsdam's Downtown - Part of Governor's Comprehensive Approach to Transform Communities into Vibrant Neighborhoods and Boost Local Economies * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the Village of Potsdam will receive $10 million in funding as the North Country winner of the fourth round   more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Preservation of Two Affordable Housing Developments in Rochester
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Rehabilitation of Southeast Towers and E.L. Tower Will Protect and Upgrade Affordable Housing for 529 Families - Investment Complements "Finger Lakes Forward" - The Region's Comprehensive Strategy to Revitalize Communities and Grow the Economy * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the preservation of two affordable housing developments in Rochester - the start of a $118 million re  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Results of Landmark Air Quality Study in Albany's South End
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 21 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - First-of-Its-Kind, Community-Based Scientific Study Pinpoints Local Trucks as Largest Contributor to Air Pollution Near Ezra Prentice Homes - State and Local Partners Announce Measures Underway to Reduce Air Pollution * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the findings of a state-of-the-art air quality study in Albany's South End community and new State-led actions to help address   more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Start of Construction on $22.8 Million Housing and Healthcare Complex for Seniors in Buffalo
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Westminster Commons Pairs 84 Affordable and Supportive Homes for Older Adults with Community Health Services * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the start of construction on a $22.8 million housing and healthcare development for older adults in the city of Buffalo. Westminster Commons will include a newly constructed building with 84 affordable and supportive apartments. The proj  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces State Landmarks to Be Lit Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - One World Trade Center, Kosciuszko Bridge and Alfred E. Smith State Office Building Will be Illuminated Purple This Evening for "Wear Purple Day" * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that One World Trade Center, the Kosciuszko Bridge and the Alfred E. Smith State Office Building will be illuminated purple this evening to mark "Wear Purple Day," an initiative to raise awareness of   more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces State Police and Local Law Enforcement Crackdown on Impaired Driving This Halloween
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the New York State Police and local law enforcement will increase patrols to crack down on impaired driving and underage drinking through Halloween. This special enforcement campaign runs from Friday, October 25, through Friday, November 1, 2019. "With this increased enforcement campaign, our goal is to help ensure New Yorkers have a fun and safe Halloween," G  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Appoints Commission to Oversee Creation of New Mother Cabrini Statue
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - State Will Commit up to $750,000 for New Statue Honoring Mother Cabrini - Will Issue Request for Proposals for Statue Design * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today appointed 19 members to a new commission that will oversee the creation of a statue honoring Mother Cabrini. The members will include Angelo Vivolo of the Columbus Heritage Coalition and Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio of the Brooklyn Di  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Attends the Buffalo Bills Game at New Era Field in Orchard Park
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 20 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Earlier today, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo attended the Buffalo Bills game at New Era Field in Orchard Park. He met with Terry and Kim Pegula and the latest winners of the Bills' "100 Experiences for 100 Fans" contest at the game. Prior to the game, the Governor announced $10 million for two signature features of what will be the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Centennial Park in Buffalo. New York State will help   more

New York Gov. Cuomo Calls on Department of Financial Services to Investigate Deed Fraud and Deceptive Practices Targeting Homeowners in Brooklyn
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Directs Department of Financial Services to Dispatch Foreclosure Relief Unit to Assist Affected Homeowners - Urges Affected Homeowners to Call DFS Hotline 1-800-342-3736 for Assistance * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today called on the New York State Department of Financial Services to launch an investigation after a troubling report described instances of apparent deed fraud and deceptive  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Declares 'Day of Action to Combat Anti-Semitism' on Anniversary of Mass Shooting at Tree of Life Synagogue
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today issued a proclamation declaring October 27, 2019, the one-year anniversary of the mass shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pa., as a "Day of Action to Combat Anti-Semitism." The Governor also announced that the One World Trade Center, the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, the Kosciuszko Bridge, SUNY Plaza, the State Education Building, the Alfred E. Smith  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Is a Guest on Long Island News Radio With Jay Oliver
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: A rush transcript of the Governor's interview is available below: Jay Oliver: My pleasure to bring him in. Once again he is the Governor of the State of New York, his name is Andrew Cuomo and he's always welcome, we thank him. Governor, how are you this morning? Governor Cuomo: I'm doing well. All good. How about you, Jay? Jay Oliver:I am doing well. A little chilly start here, feels good. But, I'l  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Is a Guest on WXXI Radio
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following transcript involving WXXI Radio: A rush transcript of the Governor's interview is available below: Megan Mack: Governor Cuomo welcome back to Connections. Governor Cuomo: Thank you. Thank you Megan for having me. Megan Mack: During yesterday's press conference Governor, you said that we have gone through hell and back with these floods and now you see a silver lining with the funding. Are you feeling more confid  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Joint Statement Regarding Trump Administration Attempt on State Water Quality Protection Authority
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 21 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following joint statement with Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on the Trump administration's attempt to limit the states' authority to protect water quality: "We strongly oppose the Trump Administration's unlawful attempt to limit the authority of states to protect our water resources under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. This administration has repeatedly abdicated their federal responsibility to protect our families and our  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Investigation of Bronx Apartment Building
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 20 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today directed state agencies to investigate an apartment building in the Bronx following allegations of bed bug infestations and drug related crime. The Governor directed the State Department of Health to send an inspection team into the building to perform an environmental health assessment to ensure health standards are being met. The Governor also directed the state Office of  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Reminds New Yorkers That Early Voting Begins Saturday
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today reminded New Yorkers that early voting will begin on Saturday, October 26 for the November 5, 2019 general election. The eight days of early voting will make voting more convenient for voters whose professional or family obligations make it difficult to physically get to the polls, as well as reduce waiting times and ease logistical burdens for poll workers. A central co  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Easy, Informative Election Ballots Legislation
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed a package of bills to make election ballots easier to read and to allow voters to be better informed about the content of ballots. S.2300A/A.2682A enacts the Voter Friendly Ballot Act, which requires boards of election to create a ballot layout that is straightforward and simple to read. S.3145A/A.112A makes it a requirement to better inform voters when a ballot i  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Funding for Public Libraries Construction in Economically Distressed Communities Legislation
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Establishes New Eligibility Opportunities for Library Construction Projects Receiving State Funding * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation (A.3771A/S.5589) providing State funding for up to 90 percent of the total project approved costs for construction of public libraries in economically distressed communities. Additionally, this bill establishes new eligibility requiremen  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Legislation Increasing Special Accidental Death Benefits for Families of First Responders Who Died in Line of Duty
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Legislation Provides Cost of Living Increase of 3 Percent for Widows and Widowers of Police Officers and Firefighters Killed in the Line-of-Duty * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation (S.3168-A/A.4079-B) increasing special accidental death benefits for spouses and children of police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty. Specifically, the new law increases co  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Legislation Providing Breastfeeding Mothers Option for Jury Duty Exemption
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 21 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Governor Cuomo: "While jury service is a critically important civic duty, we also know new moms oftentimes juggle countless responsibilities and navigate enormous adjustments in the early stages of their child's life. This commonsense measure takes that reality into account by providing new moms the flexibility and option to postpone jury service while they care for a newborn." * * * Govern  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Legislation Restricting Non-Profit Corporations From Endorsing or Opposing Any Political Candidate
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 23 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Bill Codifies the Johnson Amendment Federal Restriction on Non-Profit Corporations Participating or Intervening in Political Campaigns in New York Law - Cuomo: "For too long we have listened to the Trump administration threaten to remove common sense protections prohibiting tax exempt organizations from engaging in inappropriate political activities. New Yorkers have a right to free and fair  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Transparency of Local Campaign Contribution Limits Legislation
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation requiring local boards of elections to calculate and publish the contribution limits for all county, town, city and village offices on the ballot in a given year on their websites by April 15 (S.3140/A.111) and requiring boards of elections to provide additional notice and information before a special election (S.211C/A837-A). These measures build on t  more

New York Secretary of State Rossana Rosado Announces Local Government Innovation Award Winners
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 23 -- The New York State Department of State issued the following news release: * * * - Awards Part of the 5th Annual Local Government Innovation Conference * * * New York State Secretary of State Rossana Rosado today announced award winners of the Department of State's fifth annual Local Government Innovation Conference, including the Cities of Schenectady, Amsterdam and Gloversville; Essex County; Wyoming County and its partner local governments; and the Tug Hill Com  more

New York State Assembly Issues Statement on Death of State Regent Johnson
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following statement by Speaker Carl Heastie: "I am saddened to learn of the passing of New York State Regent Judith Johnson. "Regent Johnson dedicated her career to improving public education in New York State and across the country, from her start as a teacher in New York City, through her leadership roles across six school districts and in the U.S. Department of Education. "Because of that proven record, Regent Johnson was   more

New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie Issues Statement on Commencement of First Early Voting Period
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following statement by Speaker Carl E. Heastie: "Beginning on Saturday, for the first time ever New Yorkers will have the opportunity to vote early in the General Election. Legislation that was passed into law this year will deliver a more equitable voting process by offering a nine day early voting period. "The Assembly Majority knows that voter participation is fundamental to our democracy. That is why, year after year, we h  more

New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Announces Sale of $916 Million State of New York General Obligation Refunding Bonds
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: * * * - Proceeds Will Refinance Several Series of Bonds * * * State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the details of the upcoming competitive sale scheduled for October 28 of State of New York General Obligation Refunding Bonds, totaling $916 million. The bonds will be issued for the purpose of refunding certain outstanding State of New York General Obligation bonds to   more

New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- 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. Byram Hills Central School District - Fixed Assets (Westchester County) The board did not approve the disposal of assets with a book value of $4,483. Auditors found that district officials did not maintain up-to-date disposal records and 10 of 25 assets (40 percent) tot  more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Announces Winners of 'WomenHuntFishNY' Fishing Photo Contest
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - Winners in Each of Seven Categories Selected from Nearly 4,000 Entries * * * New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today the winners of the angling segment of the WomenHuntFishNY photo contest, held this summer. After sifting through almost 4,000 photo entries, DEC staff chose 14 winners and runners-up.  more

New York State Education Department Issues Statement on Death of State Regent Johnson
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following statement by Chancellor Betty A. Rosa, Vice Chancellor T. Andrew Brown and Interim Commissioner Beth Berlin on the death of State Regent Judith Johnson: "Together with our colleagues on the Board of Regents, we mourn the passing of Judith Johnson - a visionary, pioneer and true educational leader. "In a career that spanned decades, above all else, Judith was dedicated to the pursuit of educational equity   more

New York University School of Law: Franco Ferrari Appointed to the ICSID Panel of Arbitrators by Federal Republic of Germany
NEW YORK, Oct. 17 -- The New York University School of Law issued the following news: On September 9th, the Federal Republic of Germany appointed Professor Franco Ferrari to the panel of arbitrators of the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). Ferrari is director of NYU Law's Center for Transnational Litigation, Arbitration and Commercial Law (CTLACL). This is Ferrari's second appointment by a government to ICSID panels of arbitrators and conciliators--he was appo  more

News Corp Issues Financials for First Quarter of 2019
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- News Corp., a diversified media and information services company, issued the following news release: News Corp will release its first quarter Fiscal 2020 results on Thursday, November 7, 2019. News Corp Chief Executive Robert Thomson and Chief Financial Officer Susan Panuccio will host a call with analysts and media to discuss the results at 5:30 p.m. EST (Sydney: Friday, November 8, at 9:30 a.m. AEDT). Reporters are invited to join the call on a listen-only basis. A live   more

Newsweek Recognizes Four NYC Health Plus Hospitals Post-Acute Care Facilities as 'Best Nursing Homes' in New York
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: NYC Health + Hospitals today announced that Newsweek had recognized four NYC Health + Hospitals post-acute care facilities in its first ranking of "Best Nursing Homes" across twenty states. The rankings were based on information from two sources: recommendations from medical experts and nursing home performance from the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The rankings are designed to ass  more

NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia Celebrate 1000th Lung Transplant
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital issued the following news release: The Lung Transplantation Program at NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia University Irving Medical Center - one of the top lung transplant programs in the country - marked a major milestone by performing its 1,000th lung transplant. "This is a remarkable achievement, and we are incredibly proud of our outstanding pulmonary transplant doctors, coordinators, and transplant specialists who work hand-in-hand with ou  more

NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Division Celebrates 125 Years of Care and New Name: NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center
WHITE PLAINS, New York, Oct. 25 -- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital issued the following news release: NewYork-Presbyterian today celebrated 125 years of providing comprehensive, compassionate mental health care, and adopted a new name for its Westchester campus to reflect its expanded role in behavioral health: NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center. "For 125 years, NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center has been an incredible resource for patients and famil  more

Niagara University Alumna Discusses Moving Research Into Practice
NIAGARA, New York, Oct. 15 -- Niagara University issued the following news: Dr. Dianne Morrison-Beedy, scientist and nurse practitioner, launched Niagara University's October Speaker Series on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, at the university's Castellani Art Museum with a discussion on moving healthcare interventions into clinical practice settings. Using her highly accredited "Health Improvement Project for Teens" research project as an example, Dr. Morrison-Beedy detailed the steps she took to brin  more

Nick Beauharnois Promoted To Category Business Manager For Tops Friendly Markets
WILLIAMSVILLE, New York, Oct. 21 -- Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer, issued the following news release: Tops Friendly Markets, a leading full-service grocery retailer in New York, northern Pennsylvania, and Vermont, is pleased to promote Nick Beauharnois to category business manager at the Tops corporate offices. Nick joined the Tops team in 2005 where he began his career as a cashier at the Tops located in Depew, NY. From there he was promoted to grocery manager before   more

NSF Grant to Propel SUNY-Buffalo to Forefront of 'Micro-Badge' Research
BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 25 [TNSgrants-NSF] -- The State University of New York Buffalo campus issued the following news release: * * * - Researchers' grant application aided by UB's Business and Entrepreneurial Partnerships office * * * A National Science Foundation Convergence Accelerator award will position the University at Buffalo as a national leader in micro-credentialing, a digital system of recognizing skill and knowledge, suitable for universities, businesses and other organizations  more

NYC Comptroller Stringer Releases Report on Intersection of Domestic Violence, Homelessness
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer issued the following news release: New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer today released a sweeping new report on the intersection of domestic violence and homelessness, showing that domestic violence has surged ahead as the leading driver of homelessness in New York City, and proposed a comprehensive roadmap to support survivors. Comptroller Stringer's report is the most comprehensive analysis to date of how domestic violenc  more

NYC Mayor Blasio, City Council Members Announce $37 Million Annual Investment in Strategies to Address Mental Illness
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - City adopts recommendations from the NYC Crisis Prevention and Response Task Force and announces new strategies to ensure those with serious needs stay connected to treatment * * * Mayor Bill de Blasio, First Lady Chirlane McCray and City Council Members today announced a $37 million annual investment to close critical gaps in services for New Yorkers with serious mental illness. Many of the strateg  more

NYC Parks Breaks Ground on $10 Million Hugh J. Grant Circle and Virginia Park Project
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation issued the following news release: NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver, FAICP, today joined State Assembly Member Karines Reyes, Community Board 9 Assistant District Manager Shirley SanAndres-Alonzo, Founder and Director of Loving in the Bronx Nilka Martell, and members of the community to break ground on new amenities and upgrades to Hugh J. Grant Circle and Virginia Park through the Parks Without Borders (PWB) ini  more

NYC Parks Breaks Ground on New $16.1 Million Ferry Point Park Waterfront Path and Salt Water Marsh Project
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation issued the following news release: NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver, FAICP, today joined State Assembly Member Michael Benedetto, City Council Member Mark Gjonaj, Parks Chair for Community Board 10 Terence Franklin, and members of the community to officially break ground on the new Ferry Point Park Waterfront Path and Salt Water Marsh. "Ferry Point Park is in for a tremendous transformation, and I'm so excited t  more

NYC Parks Celebrates the $5.4 Million Reconstruction of Macneil Park Esplanade in College Point
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation issued the following news release: NYC Parks Queens Borough Commissioner Michael Dockett today joined Queens Borough President Melinda Katz, New York State Assembly Member Daniel Rosenthal, New York City Council Member Paul Vallone, Queens Community Board 7 Chair Eugene Kelty Jr., and community members to cut the ribbon on the brand new MacNeil Park Esplanade in College Point. "The revitalized MacNeil Park Esplanade will  more

NYC Parks Celebrates the Completion of More Than 600 Capital Projects in Five Years
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation issued the following news release: * * * - This administration is taking on more projects and completing them faster: nearly 90% completed on budget and 85% on time - Benchmark announced during ribbon cutting for new $4.49 playground--part of the Mayor's Community Parks Initiative * * * NYC Parks has announced it has completed 648 capital projects since NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver, FAICP, joined the agen  more

NYC Parks Launches New Online System to Improve Capital Bid Process
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation issued the following news release: As part of NYC Parks' citywide efforts to increase equity, access and improve the capital process, we are officially launching a new capital bids solicitation system that will allow contractors to view upcoming capital projects and download solicitation documents online. "Today, we can access just about anything online, and we are proud to announce that will now include access to our ca  more

NYPA Implements Statewide Pollinator Protection Initiative to Reinforce Natural Habitats
WHITE PLAINS, New York, Oct. 21 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: The New York Power Authority (NYPA), the largest state public power organization in the nation, has launched a statewide pollinator initiative that will help achieve New York State's goals outlined in the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's 2016 Pollinator Protection Plan, a plan to conserve and expand wild native species that pollinate local crops. As a responsible ste  more

NYPD and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Announce FINEST CARE, New Collaboration to Offer Free, Confidential Counseling to Officers
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital issued the following news release: The New York Police Department and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital today announced a new collaboration to connect uniformed members of service with free, confidential counseling and other mental health services, as part of NYPD's health and wellness programming. Starting Monday, October 28th, FINEST CARE will enable officers to call a confidential NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital referral line to get connected to t  more

NYPD and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Announce FINEST CARE, New Collaboration to Offer Free, Confidential Counseling to Officers
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- The New York City Police Department issued the following news release: * * * - New Program Gives Officers Access to Highest-Quality, Comprehensive Mental Health Services * * * The New York Police Department and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital today announced a new collaboration to connect uniformed members of service with free, confidential counseling and other mental health services, as part of NYPD's health and wellness programming. Starting Monday, October 28th, FINEST   more

NYS OASAS Announces Opening of New Recovery Center in Capital Region
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 23 -- The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services issued the following news release: * * * - Second Chance Opportunities Recovery Center Will Offer Free Help and Support for People Impacted by Addiction and their Families * * * The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) today announced the opening of a new Recovery Center in Albany, operated by Second Chance Opportunities. The center provides free addiction ser  more

NYS OASAS Announces Opening of New Recovery Center in Mohawk Valley
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services issued the following news release: * * * - RISE Recovery Community Outreach Center Will Offer Free Help and Support for People Affected by Addiction and Their Families * * * The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) today announced the opening of the new RISE (Reconnecting and Inspiring Self-Empowerment) Recovery Community Outreach Center in Herkimer. The Cente  more

On New York Gov. Cuomo Announces He Will Advance Legislation to Crack Down on Repeat Subway Assault Offenders
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following transcript involving: A rush transcript of the Governor's interview is available below: Rocco Vertuccio: Governor, I appreciate you being here with us. These transit headlines include a man police refer to as a career transit criminal. As you know, he was arrested yesterday for an incident in Brooklyn where a woman was pushed head first into a train. That train was stopped at a platform there. You're disturbed by   more

One-in-Four Businesses Do Not Use Data Security Software to Defend Against Cyberthreats
ROCHESTER, New York, Oct. 24 -- Paychex, a provider of integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, human resources, retirement and insurance services, issued the following news release: Today, in recognition of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Paychex, Inc., a leading provider of HR technology solutions for human resources, payroll, benefits, and insurance services, is sharing new insights from a survey of 500 business owners with one to 500 employees about the impact of d  more

OPKO, Pfizer Announce Positive Phase 3 Results for Somatrogon
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 21 -- Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company, issued the following news release: * * * - An Investigational Long-Acting Human Growth Hormone to Treat Children With Growth Hormone Deficiency * * * MIAMI and NEW YORK - OPKO Health Inc. (NASDAQ: OPK) and Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) announced today that the global Phase 3 trial evaluating somatrogon dosed once-weekly in pre-pubertal children with growth hormone deficiency (GHD) met its primary endpoint of non-inferiority to daily GENO  more

Panasonic Names Wallace Eannace an Elite Representative for VRF and Mini-Split Systems in the Northeast
NEWARK, New Jersey, Oct. 23 -- Panasonic issued the following news release: Panasonic, an industry-leading manufacturer of air conditioning, heating and indoor air quality systems, today announces that Wallace Eannace, an independent manufacturers' representative firm for plumping and HVAC equipment, will distribute Panasonic VRF and mini-split equipment to its commercial and residential customers in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. As an Elite Representative, Wallace Eannace customers wil  more

Parenting App for Mothers Being Developed at Rochester Institute of Technology
ROCHESTER, New York, Oct. 21 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * - App can be a resource for mothers seeking information on mental health, nutrition, parenting tips * * * Research is underway at Rochester Institute of Technology to create an app which will serve as a resource to help young mothers answer questions about raising a child, connect them with programs and resources, as well as foster a virtual parenting community. "Young people today are  more

Paul Hastings Adds Traditional Labor Lawyer to Top Ranked Employment Law Practice
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news: Paul Hastings LLP, a leading global law firm, announced today that Sara Kalis has joined the firm's Employment Law practice, based in New York. "As the nature of the global workforce undergoes a dramatic shift, who is an employee and what that will mean in the future, is in flux. While employment litigation will continue, we are investing in our traditional labor practice to meet our clients' anticipated needs, includin  more

Paul Hastings: Merri Moken, Trial Lawyer and IP Strategist, Joins Paul Hastings' Powerhouse Intellectual Property Practice
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news: Paul Hastings LLP, a leading global law firm, announced today that Merri Moken has joined the firm's Intellectual Property practice as of counsel, and will be based in New York. She previously practiced at Holland & Knight. "Merri is an excellent litigator with expertise in patent litigation, trademark, trade secret misappropriation, patent counseling and contract matters, and she will be a terrific addition to our Inte  more

Paul Hastings: PagSeguro Closes $653 Million Follow-On Offering
SAO PAULO, Brazil, Oct. 25 -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news: Paul Hastings LLP, a leading global law firm, represented Brazilian fintech company PagSeguro in their SEC-registered follow-on equity offering, which raised more than $653 million. The secondary offering increased the liquidity in PagSeguro's Class A common shares traded on the New York Stock Exchange. The underwriters have an additional 30-day option to purchase up to 2.5 million shares, which may raise a fur  more

Paul Hastings: Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Issues $750 Million of Guaranteed Senior Notes
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news: Paul Hastings LLP, a leading global law firm, represented Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, one of the world's premier developers and operators of flagship shopping destinations, in an offering of Guaranteed Senior Notes. The offering involved the issuance of US$750 million of 2.875% Guaranteed Senior Notes due 2027 pursuant to Rule 144A and Regulation S. Citigroup and J.P. Morgan acted as joint book-runners for the offering,   more

Paychex Named to HRExaminer 2020 Watchlist for AI in HR
ROCHESTER, New York, Oct. 25 -- Paychex, a provider of integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, human resources, retirement and insurance services, issued the following news release: HRExaminer has named Paychex to its 2020 Watchlist for intelligent tools and artificial intelligence in HR. As part of the third annual report - The 2020 Index of Intelligent Tools in HR Technology - Paychex, Inc., a leading provider of HR, payroll, benefits, and insurance solutions, appears on th  more

PBS Decorates Holiday Schedule With Great Performances, Fan Favorites and Christmas Music Specials
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 24 -- PBS issued the following news release: PBS is decorating its holiday schedule with traditional fare CHRISTMAS WITH THE MORMON TABERNACLE CHOIR and CHRISTMAS AT BELMONT, yearly fan favorite CALL THE MIDWIFE HOLIDAY SPECIAL, and an entire month of GREAT PERFORMANCES dedicated to "Broadway's Best." Throughout the holiday season, the PBS line-up also includes a variety of music and family-friendly specials, such as A CLASSIC CHRISTMAS hosted by actors Gavin MacLeod (  more

Port Authority Board Continues Aggressive Investment in Its Airport Network, Moving $4.5 Billion in Critical Projects Forward
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey issued the following news release: Today's Board action continues ongoing progress to rebuild existing airport legacy facilities and to build new aviation infrastructure; Board formally authorizes new AirTrain LGA program subject to ongoing environmental review; Project to replace existing AirTrain Newark system authorized; Board approves planning work to begin for new Terminal Two at Newark Liberty International Airport; Bo  more

Powerful, Faster and Rugged: Canon Announces the Development of the EOS-1D X Mark III Camera
MELVILLE, New York, Oct. 24 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced that its parent company, Canon Inc. is developing the highly anticipated Canon EOS-1D X Mark III Camera - the successor to the world-renowned and award-winning EOS-1D X Mark II. Ideal for sports and wildlife, the flagship DSLR is being engineered and designed using feedback from the worldwide community of EOS-1D X and EOS-1D X Mark II photographer  more

Reed Smith: Geoff Young Named to Cornell Law School's Alumni Association Executive Board of Directors
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Reed Smith, a law firm, issued the following news release: Geoffrey Young, a New York-based partner in Reed Smith's Global Commercial Disputes practice, has been appointed to Cornell Law School's Alumni Association Executive Board. The Cornell Law School Alumni Association Executive Board is a group of alumni that give voice to the interests of alumni at large-over 10,000 graduates. They work to ensure alumni participation is a key component of the Law School. Their objec  more

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: Big Data Technique Reveals Previously Unknown Capabilities of Common Materials
TROY, New York, Oct. 23 [TNSenergyresearch - Nature Journal] -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: * * * - New research reveals possible applications of nickel, from data storage to biosensors * * * When scientists and engineers discover new ways to optimize existing materials, it paves the way for innovations that make everything from our phones and computers to our medical equipment smaller, faster, and more efficient. According to research published today by Natu  more

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: Polymerized Estrogen Shown to Protect Nervous System Cells
TROY, New York, Oct. 24 [TNSmedicalresearch - Nature Communications] -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: * * * - Research could enable improved treatment of spinal cord injuries * * * Spinal cord damage that causes paralysis and reduced mobility doesn't always stop with the initial trauma, but there are few treatment options to halt increased deterioration -- and there is no cure. Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a promising new biomat  more

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: Protein Movement in Cells Hints at Greater Mysteries
TROY, New York, Oct. 22 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: * * * - Research suggests greater complexity in directing cargo within the cell * * * A new imaging technique that makes it possible to match motor proteins with the cargo they carry within a cell is upending a standard view of how cellular traffic reaches the correct destination. The research, which focuses on neurons and sheds light on some neurodegenerative diseases, was published i  more

Rochester Institute of Technology Cybersecurity Research Recognized at Top Computing Conference in London
ROCHESTER, New York, Oct. 21 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * - Four RIT papers accepted to ACM Conference on Computer and Communications Security * * * RIT researchers are heading to London in November to share four of their top cybersecurity research projects at an Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) conference. The RIT research varies from studying new machine-learning cyberattacks to an analysis of Security Operations Center issues. Four  more

S&P Global Platts: Linking Financial Transmission Rights to a Futures Exchange Would Provide Default Protection, But Add Complexity
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- S&P Global Platts, a subsidiary of S&P Global, issued the following news: * * * - Offers greater transparency, eliminates socialized losses - ISO's would need credit lines, complex process * * * US power market participants are considering linking financial transmission rights to a futures market exchange, which could improve default protection and provide other benefits, but the complexity of the process and other concerns would need to be addressed. The FTR market is  more

Saint Vincent College: APB Nets Major Awards at Regional Conference
LATROBE, Pennsylvania, Oct. 24 -- Saint Vincent College issued the following news: The Saint Vincent College Activities Programming Board (APB) picked up a host of honors at the 2019 National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) Mid-Atlantic Conference, held Oct. 17-19 in Buffalo, New York. For the second consecutive year, Saint Vincent College earned one of the association's top regional honors, being named the Mid-Atlantic's Outstanding Programming Board. This award is presented to a pro  more

Sean O'Hara Announced as Director of SRC's Machine Intelligence and Autonomy Center of Excellence
SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 21 -- SRC, a research and development company focused on defense, environment and intelligence, issued the following news release: SRC, Inc., has established a new machine intelligence and autonomy center of excellence (COE) and has promoted Sean O'Hara to lead the initiative as director. The newly created COE will focus on accelerating the development and incorporation of autonomy-enabling capabilities into SRC's products and services. The COE will ensure the company   more

Simon & Schuster to Publish I'm Your Huckleberry by Legendary Actor Val Kilmer
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- Simon and Schuster, a subsidiary of CBS, issued the following news: Simon & Schuster announced today that it will publish I'M YOUR HUCKLEBERRY: A MEMOIR by Val Kilmer, on April 21, 2020. In his forthcoming book, Kilmer, star of numerous blockbuster films including Top Gun, The Doors, Heat, Batman Forever and Tombstone (from which book's title is taken), reflects on his acclaimed career, recounts his high-profile romances, chronicles his spiritual journey and reveals details  more

Skanska Announces New Retail Lease With Lord Hobo Brewing Co. at Two Drydock
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- 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 9,000-square-foot lease with local craft brewer, Lord Hobo Brewing Co., at Two Drydock, the firm's sixth commercial development in Boston. Lord Hobo will occupy all of the available retail space at Two Drydock and feature a large outdoor plaza. This is Lord Hobo's newest and largest location in   more

Squire Patton Boggs Advises Ashland on Sale of ISP Biochema
BERLIN, Germany, Oct. 23 -- Squire Patton Boggs issued the following news: Squire Patton Boggs has advised Ashland Global Holdings Inc. on the sale of all shares in ISP Biochema Schwaben GmbH to Vink Chemicals GmbH & Co. KG. Ashland Global Holdings Inc., based in Covington, Kentucky, is a world-leading manufacturer of specialty chemicals, intermediate products, solvents and engine oil. The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and is included in the S&P MidCap 400 Index. Ash  more

SRC Establishes Force Protection Division and Announces Promotions
SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 25 -- SRC, a research and development company focused on defense, environment and intelligence, issued the following news release: SRC, Inc., has formed the force protection division in response to customer priorities and to focus on developing electronic warfare, counter-unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), and advanced technology solutions for protecting warfighters and military assets around the world. SRC, Inc., has established a new machine intelligence and autonomy ce  more

SUNY-Albany, Capital Region BOCES Partner on Extreme Weather Forecasting Tool
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 22 -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news release: As school districts across New York prepare for winter, a partnership between UAlbany and Capital Region BOCES will offer them a new forecasting tool for advanced insight into potential impactful weather conditions. The Center of Excellence in Weather & Climate Analytics has teamed up with Capital Region BOCES leadership to create an "extreme weather risk assessment dashboard  more

SUNY-Albany: Chemist Igor Lednev Collaborates With NYSP to Create Forensic Science Incubator
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 24 -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news release: Department of Chemistry Professor Igor Lednev has spent a decade at UAlbany working with his laboratory team to develop a laser-based technology that can analyze crime scene evidence and help catch violent criminals. His new collaboration with the New York State Police (NYSP) may soon offer law enforcement with even more forensic tools at their fingertips. Lednev is working   more

SUNY-Albany: Link Found Between Opioid Misuse, Increased Depression in Teen Girls
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 [TNSsociologyresearch - Child and Adolescent Social Work Journal] -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news release: New research by Keith Chan of the School of Social Welfare shows that among girls ages 12-17, the misuse of opioids greatly increases the chance of having a major depressive episode. Prescription opioids may include oxycodone, hydrocodone and fentanyl. "Adolescent females were at a higher risk for poor mental h  more

SUNY-Buffalo Engineering Students Propel Young Company Through Hands-on Learning Experience
BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 21 -- The State University of New York Buffalo campus issued the following news release: * * * - Smart Walls has received grant funding from the National Science Foundation and UB's SPIR program for technical assistance * * * As an entrepreneur, Smart Walls Construction founder and Chief Technology Officer Jorge Cueto understands the inclination to hire experts when possible. He also recognizes the potential disadvantage that abundant experience can spawn: bias. So w  more

SUNY-Buffalo's Gardella Reappointed to EPA Science Advisory Board
BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 24 -- The State University of New York Buffalo campus issued the following news release: * * * - The board provides scientific and technical expertise to the EPA * * * Joseph Gardella Jr., SUNY Distinguished Professor of Chemistry in the University at Buffalo College of Arts and Sciences, has been reappointed to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Science Advisory Board. Gardella, PhD, was first named to the board in 2016 for a three-year term. In a letter  more

SUNY-Buffalo: For Better Research Results, Let Mice Be Mice
BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 25 [TNSsociologyresearch - eNeuro] -- The State University of New York Buffalo campus issued the following news release: Animal models can serve as gateways for understanding many human communication disorders. Insights into the genetic paths possibly responsible for conditions such as autism and schizophrenia often begin by studying acoustic behavior in mice. But a new study from the University at Buffalo suggests that the established practice of socially isolating mic  more

SUNY-Buffalo: How to Spot Wormhole (If They Exist)
BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 24 [TNSbiologyresearch - Physical Review D] -- The State University of New York Buffalo campus issued the following news release: * * * - In a theoretical study, physicists propose that perturbations in the orbit of stars near supermassive black holes could be used to detect wormholes * * * A new study outlines a method for detecting a speculative phenomenon that has long captured the imagination of sci-fi fans: wormholes, which form a passage between two separate reg  more

SUNY-Buffalo: What 26,000 Books Reveal When It Comes to Learning Language
BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 26 [TNSsociologyresearch - Behavior Research Methods] -- The State University of New York Buffalo campus issued the following news release: What can reading 26,000 books tell researchers about how language environment affects language behavior? Brendan T. Johns, an assistant professor of communicative disorders and sciences in the University at Buffalo's College of Arts and Sciences, has some answers that are helping to inform questions ranging from how we use and proce  more

SUNY-Canton Faculty Member Named in $2.47 Million Grant
CANTON, New York, Oct. 18 -- The State University of New York's Canton Campus issued the following news: One of SUNY Canton's newest faculty members helped land a $2.47 million grant from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, to increase patient safety and efficient care in Level I trauma rooms. Assistant Professor Kambiz Ghazinour, Ph.D., was hired to teach and perform research in the college's Cybersecurity program at the st  more

SUNY-College of Environmental Science & Forestry: 50% Decline in Mallard Population Sparks Research Efforts
NEW YORK, Oct. 16 -- The State University of New York's College of Environmental Science and Forestry issued the following news release: * * * - Scientist: 'We don't know the mechanism' that is causing the drop * * * The U.S. population of eastern mallards - dabbling ducks with distinctive green heads - has plunged inexplicably by 50 percent in the last 20 years, causing scientists to launch research into the birds' productivity, changes in their habitat and their genetic diversity. Long-te  more

SUNY-Cortland: Auxiliary Services Corporation Gives $850,700 to Campus
CORTLAND, N.Y., Oct. 22 -- The State University of New York's Cortland Campus issued the following news: To many SUNY Cortland students, the letters ASC bring to mind meal plans and the campus store. But SUNY Cortland's Auxiliary Services Corporation does a lot more to enhance student life and the university. Last week, the non-profit company created solely to provide services to the campus, formally presented President Erik J. Bitterbaum with a check for $850,699 to help cover the cost of ca  more

SUNY-Old Westbury Earns $2 Million U.S. Department of Education Grant
OLD WESTBURY, New York, Oct. 17 -- The State University of New York's Old Westbury Campus issued the following news release: The State University of New York at Old Westbury today announced that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded the campus a $2 million grant. The funding will be used to increase student support services; increase faculty pedagogical development opportunities and thereby increase retention and graduation rates. "Certain courses can be particularly difficult for some   more

SUNY-Upstate Medical University Recognized by American Heart Association for Workplace Health Achievement
SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 21 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: Upstate Medical University has achieved Bronze Level recognition by the American Heart Association for taking significant steps to build a culture of health in the workplace. This recognition, based on the results of association's 2019 Workplace Health Achievement Index, were announced today. "We appreciate this recognition from the American Heart Association of our univ  more

Superintendent Linda A. Lacewell Announces New York State Department of Financial Services Joins Global Financial Network
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 25 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release: * * * - Membership Builds on New York's Role as a FinTech Hub * * * Superintendent of Financial Services Linda A. Lacewell today announced the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has joined the Global Financial Innovation Network (GFIN). Launched by the U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), GFIN is a network of 50 international organizations committed to s  more

Tata Consultancy Services Launches Second Year of 'Ignite Innovation Student Challenge,' Powered by Discovery Education
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Discovery Education, a division of Discovery Communications, issued the following news release: NEW YORK, NY | SILVER SPRING, MD, OCTOBER 22, 2019: - Tata Consultancy Services, (TCS), (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a leading global IT services, consulting and business solutions organization, and Discovery Education, the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms, are launching the second year o  more

Teachers College Press Publishes 'Healing the Soul Wound'
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Teachers College Press issued the following book description: Healing the Soul Wound: Trauma-Informed Counseling for Indigenous Communities-Second Edition, by Eduardo Duran and foreword by Allen E. Ivey In this groundbreaking book, Eduardo Duran--a psychologist working in Indian country--draws on his own clinical experience to provide guidance to counselors working with Native Peoples and other vulnerable populations. This second edition includes an important new chapter   more

Teachers College Press Publishes 'Read, Write, Inquire'
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Teachers College Press issued the following book description: Read, Write, Inquire: Disciplinary Literacy in Grades 6-12, by Hiller A. Spires, Shea N. Kerkhoff and Casey Medlock Paul In this practical guide, literacy experts show teachers how to use project-based inquiry to build students' discipline-specific skills and knowledge in grades 6-12. The authors present a five-phase framework that incorporates their professional development experience working with over 3,000 t  more

Ten Finalists Selected in Verizon's 'Built on 5G Challenge'
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: The Verizon "Built on 5G Challenge" is now down to ten finalists vying for the top prize. The contest, announced by Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg at CES in January and launched in April, called for applicants to submit ideas that would bring the true power of 5G to life. The winning team will receive $1 million to bring their idea to life for customers. Second and third prize teams wi  more

Ten Finalists Selected in Verizon's 'Built on 5G Challenge'
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: The Verizon "Built on 5G Challenge" is now down to ten finalists vying for the top prize. The contest, announced by Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg at CES in January and launched in April, called for applicants to submit ideas that would bring the true power of 5G to life. The winning team will receive $1 million to bring their idea to life for customers. Second and third prize teams wi  more

The Flu Can Kill You - Get the Influenza Vaccine, York City Department of Health Urges
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued the following news release: The Health Department today is reminding New Yorkers that everyone ages 6 months and older should get a seasonal flu vaccine. It is especially important for adults ages 50 and older, pregnant people, children ages 6 months to 5 years, and people with chronic diseases to be vaccinated. "As New Yorkers, we look out for each other," said Health Commissioner Dr. Oxiris Barbot. "And the  more

Tops Campaign Proceeds For United Way Exceed $47,000
WILLIAMSVILLE, New York, Oct. 24 -- Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer, issued the following news release: Tops Friendly Markets, a leading full-service grocery retailer in New York, northern Pennsylvania, and Vermont, is pleased to announce that this year's annual campaign for the United Way of Erie and Niagara County raised over $47,927 for the United Way. The campaign kicked off September 1 at all participating Tops Friendly Market locations in Erie and Niagara Counties a  more

Tradeweb Announces Integration With Investortools to Drive Electronic Trading in Municipal Bonds
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Tradeweb Markets, a builder and operator of global fixed income and derivatives marketplaces, issued the following news release: NEW YORK and LONDON - October 24, 2019 - Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW), a leading global operator of electronic marketplaces for rates, credit, equities and money markets, today announced the integration of Tradeweb Direct with Perform(R) by Investortools, Inc. to better support trading between institutions and retail investors. Tradeweb Dir  more

Travel Impressions Educates Agents on #RockinLosCabos With Latest #OnLocaTIon at Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos, Nov. 4 - 8
BETHPAGE, New York, Oct. 24 -- Travel Impressions, a leisure tour operator, issued the following news release: Following the #RockinLosCabos #WeekendLearning Series in July, travel agents who tune in for Travel Impressions' (www.TravelImpressions.com) immersive #OnLocaTIon initiative--part of the agent-only brand's unprecedented Semester of Social--will receive an insider look at the new Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos from Nov. 4-8, 2019. The #OnLocaTIon series will provide agents with unmatched ins  more

Tribe Announces New Chief Financial Officer Henry Roy
AKWESASNE, New York, Oct. 21 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe announces the hiring of Henry Roy, CFA/CPA, as the tribal government's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Roy joined the Tribe on Kentenha/October 21, 2019 and brings many years of financial leadership experience to the Tribal government. "I'm excited for the opportunity to get to know the Mohawk community in Akwesasne and use  more

Troutman Sanders' Uzoamaka Okoye Recognized for Outstanding Pro Bono Service
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Troutman Sanders, a law firm, issued the following news release: Uzoamaka Okoye, an attorney in Troutman Sanders' Construction practice, has been awarded the 2019 Jeremy G. Epstein Award for her pro bono work assisting the homeless with the City Bar Justice Center. Honorees were selected based on the quality of their legal work, their willingness to take on challenges and their commitment to the cause of their individual projects. Okoye is recognized as the "most outstandin  more

Union College: Latest Volume of Adirondack Journal of Environmental Studies Now Available
SCHENECTADY, New York, Oct. 24 -- Union College issued the following news: Controlling purple loosestrife along roadsides in St. Lawrence County, an environmental history of Lower St. Regis Lake degradation and a fall photo essay are among the features in the latest volume of the Adirondack Journal of Environmental Studies. Published by The Adirondack Research Consortium and Union's Kelly Adirondack Center, Volume 23 of the Journal is available for order by visiting this website (https://muse.  more

Unique Sensory Feature Designed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Students to Be Implemented at Arc of Rensselaer County
TROY, New York, Oct. 22 -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: * * * - Capstone project highlights how the Multidisciplinary Design Lab at Rensselaer teaches students through service learning projects * * * An interactive structure designed, built, and programmed by student engineers from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute will soon be a source of serenity for people supported at The Arc of Rensselaer County, an organization that provides services for people with intell  more

United Nations Association Gives Delta 'Humanitarian of the Year Award' for Work to Fight Trafficking
ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 24 -- Delta Airlines issued the following news: Delta Air Lines was recently honored by the United Nations Association of New York (UNA-NY) with the 2019 Humanitarian of the Year Award for its efforts to fight human trafficking at the annual United Nations Day gala at the JW Marriott in New York City. The UNA-NY's annual gala aims to acknowledge corporations and individuals for their contribution to, and in support of, the principles and efforts of the United Nations - w  more

University of California-Davis School of Law: New Book, Trump Impeachment Inquiry Put Professor Larson in Media Spotlight
DAVIS, California, Oct. 15 -- The University of California's Davis School of Law issued the following news: The confluence of the publication of his book, The Trials of Allegiance: Treason, Juries, and the American Revolution with the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump has put constitutional scholar and treason expert Professor Carlton F.W. Larson in the media spotlight over the past few weeks. The New York Times quoted Larson in an Oct. 1 story headlined "As Impeachment Moves For  more

University of Illinois System Urbana-Champaign: Tradeoffs Between Commute Time, Safety
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, Oct. 23 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- The University of Illinois System Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news release: Urban commuters may be less likely to encounter automobile accidents if they are willing to increase trip time, researchers report. A new study from the University of Illinois introduces a tool that helps quantify the connection between traffic accidents and city road networks. The study, published in the journal Transportation Research Part C, use  more

Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband Service Available in More Cities
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: You can now access Verizon's 5G Ultra Wideband network in parts of Dallas and Omaha, bringing the total number of Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband mobility service cities to 15. With Verizon's 5G Ultra Wideband network, you can enjoy near real-time experiences with high throughput, ultra-low latency and massive capacity. That means downloading movies in seconds versus minutes and support  more

Verizon and Corning Co-Innovating With 5G to Create Factory of the Future
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Verizon has installed 5G Ultra Wideband service in Corning's fiber optic cable manufacturing facility in Hickory, NC. Corning will use Verizon's 5G technology to test how 5G can enhance functions such as factory automation and quality assurance in one of the largest fiber optic cable manufacturing facilities in the world. The companies are also working together to co-innovate new  more

Verizon Announces Tender Offers for 11 Series of Notes
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Verizon Communications Inc. ("Verizon") (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) today announced the commencement of 11 separate offers to purchase for cash any and all of the outstanding series of notes listed in the table below (collectively, the "Notes"). We refer to each offer to purchase a series of Notes as an "Offer" and collectively as the "Offers." The Offers are made upon the terms and subjec  more

Verizon Announces Tender Offers for 20 Series of Notes of Verizon and Certain of Its Subsidiaries'
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Verizon Communications Inc. ("Verizon") (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) today announced the commencement of 20 separate offers to purchase for cash the outstanding series of notes listed in the table below (collectively, the "Notes") for an aggregate purchase price not exceeding $500 million. We refer to each offer to purchase a series of Notes as an "Offer" and collectively as the "Offers." T  more

Vermont Democratic Party to Welcome Congresswoman and DNC Vice Chair to Headline Fall Fundraiser
MONTPELIER, Vermont, Oct. 22 -- The Vermont Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Vermont Democratic Party is thrilled to announce the featured speaker for its fall fundraiser -- Autumn Harvest -- will be the Congresswoman from New York's 6th District and Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee, Grace Meng. Congresswoman Meng is the first and only Asian American Member of Congress from New York State and serves on the House Appropriations Committee and the House Ethic  more

Village of Depew And Tops Cut Ribbon on Little Free Lending Library
BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 25 -- Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer, issued the following news release: This evening the Village of Depew officially cut the ribbon on the first of five Little Free Lending Libraries. Tops was proud to be a part of the ceremony donating hundreds of books for readers of all ages and abilities to help kick start the program. The first library, which was funded and installed by Sefar Inc. on Calumet St. was designed and constructed by 16 year old R  more

Washington A.G. Ferguson Leads Multistate Comment Opposing Clean Water Act Changes
OLYMPIA, Washington, Oct. 22 -- Washington state Attorney General Bob Ferguson issued the following news release: Attorney General Bob Ferguson, along with California Attorney General Xavier Becerra and New York Attorney General Letitia James, led a coalition of 22 states and the District of Columbia in filing a comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed rule which would unlawfully curtail state authority under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. The lett  more

Washington Gov. Inslee Issues Joint Statement Regarding Trump Administration Attempt to Limit States Water Quality Protection Authority
OLYMPIA, Washington, Oct. 21 -- Gov. Jay Inslee, D-Washington, issued the following joint statement with New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on the Trump administration's attempt to limit the states' authority to protect water quality: "We strongly oppose the Trump administration's unlawful attempt to limit the authority of states to protect our water resources under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. This administration has repeatedly abdicated their federal responsibility to protect our families a  more

Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine: Flu Antibody Protects Against Numerous and Wide-Ranging Strains
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Oct. 26 [TNSmedicalresearch - Science Journal] -- The Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine issued the following news release: * * * - Could lead to universal flu vaccine, better flu therapies * * * Researchers have found an antibody that protects mice against a wide range of lethal influenza viruses, according to a study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, and Scripps Research  more

Weber Shandwick Named 2019 Holmes Report Global Agency of the Year
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Weber Shandwick, a public relations firm, issued the following news: Weber Shandwick was named Global Agency of the Year at The Holmes Report's 2019 Global SABRE Awards last night. This marks the fourth time in six years the firm has been recognized with The Holmes Report's top agency honor. "Our firm is deeply committed to creating solutions for our client partners that not only address the pressing issues of our age, but effect real change through data-led, purpose-drive  more

Westwood One Adds Classic Hits Gold to Its Family of Classic Hits 24-Hour Formats
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 -- Westwood One, a subsidiary of Cumulus Media, issued the following news release: CUMULUS MEDIA's Westwood One, America's largest audio network and the leader in satellite-delivered 24-hour radio formats, is now offering a third version of the popular Classic Hits format, for stations that desire a gold-based pop radio format with more 60s music. Classic Hits Gold complements the company's modern Classic Hits format, which has evolved to be a core `80s format with some `90s,   more

White & Case Advises Adelis Equity Partners on Acquisition of Sakra
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Adelis Equity Partners (Adelis) on its acquisition of Sakra AB. Adelis was founded in 2012 with the aim of building the leading middle market private equity firm in the Nordics. Since raising its first fund in 2013, it has been one of the most active investors in the Nordic middle market, acquiring 21 companies and making more than 60 add-on acquisitions. Adelis curr  more

White & Case Advises Joint Lead Managers on Anima Holding's Euros 300 Million Bond Issuance
NEW YORK, Oct. 25 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Banca Akros, Mediobanca, Morgan Stanley and MPS Capital Services, as Joint Lead Managers, on the Euros300 million 1.75% fixed rate senior unsecured notes due 2026 issued by Anima Holding S.p.A. The notes have been listed on Euronext Dublin and admitted to trading on the Global Exchange Market. Anima Holding is the largest independent asset management group in Italy,  more

White & Case Advises Societe Generale on US$3.4 Billion Impact Investment Risk Transfer
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Societe Generale on the issuance by a French securitisation vehicle Fonds commun de Titrisation (FCT) of balance sheet notes linked to a landmark US$3.4 billion impact investment risk transfer related to the Bank's diversified lending portfolio. The transaction incorporates an innovative factor to incentivise additional Positive Impact Finance lending, and is the fir  more

WilmerHale: New York Law Journal Recognizes Charlie Platt as a Distinguished Leader
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- WilmerHale, a law firm, issued the following news: Charlie Platt, a New York-based partner, has been named a Distinguished Leader by New York Law Journal. This award recognizes attorneys in leadership roles who have had great performances while demonstrating clear leadership skills that resulted in impressive results. As partner-in-charge of WilmerHale's New York office for the past eight years, Mr. Platt was chosen as a Distinguished Leader for his dedication and commi  more

Yang Yang Appointed Assistant Professor of Civil, Environmental Engineering at Clarkson University
POTSDAM, New York, Oct. 22 -- Clarkson University issued the following news: Yang Yang has been appointed assistant professor of civil & environmental engineering at Clarkson University. He received his Ph.D. in environmental engineering from Tsinghua University and his bachelor of engineering in environmental engineering from South China University of Technology. Yang's research interests include the synthesis and characterization of advanced nanomaterials, and their environmental catalytic   more