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PeachDirect Now Selling Philips HDTV
PeachDirect, a leading retailer, now offering great prices on Phillips HDTV and no-interest financing. 2007-04-15

ReCellular Encourages Consumers to Donate Cell Phones for Recycling on Earth Day
Consumers donate cell phones to help environment, benefit charities. 2007-04-15

Inova Health System Selects Fusion from Carefx and CA's Identity and Healthcare Access Management Solution
Combined healthcare access management solution provides clinicians with secure and expedient access to patient data -- anytime, anywhere. 2007-04-15

Alabama Nature Center Set for Grand Opening with Top Down Construction Boardwalks
Nature Bridges utilizes innovative top down construction method to help preserve wildlife during development. 2007-04-15

Free Family Fishing Festival   The Second Annual Free Family Fishing Festival set for Saturday, June 2 on the banks of the Androscoggin River in Bethel, Maine. Events include spin and fly casting instruction, Kid's catch, fly-tying with Alpaca fiber, outdoor barbecue. State of Maine waives fishing license requirements for the day. Free goodie bags including a bobber, fish hook, sunscreen, fly-repellent, comic book. Door prizes of fishing and outdoor gear. Rain or Shine. 2007-04-15

Childhood Obesity: Why it Matters and What Parents Need to Know
A glance around the park, the mall or the classroom confirms what statistics say: the incidence of childhood obesity is on the rise. The prevalence of overweight children, ages 6 to 11, has doubled in the last two decades. For teens, incidence has tripled. 2007-04-15

New Lathe & Spindle Alignment Tool for Industry
Pinpoint Laser Systems is now introducing a new measuring and alignment system for lathes, turning equipment, spindles and related machinery. This Spindle Alignment Tool is easy to use, versatile, and affordable for use right on the factory floor. Ideal applications include aligning lathes and turning centers, adjusting boring mills, aligning drive shafts, adjusting barfeeders, and many other industrial applications. 2007-04-15

Hearst Magazines Announces the Launch of thedailygreen.com, a Consumer's Guide to Earth-friendly Living
Today, Hearst Magazines announces the Earth Day 2007 launch of a consumer Web site dedicated to earth-friendly living called The Daily Green. The Daily Green will be a one-stop Web destination where the fast-growing community of green consumers can find each other and everything they need to know to embrace a more energy-conscious, natural foods-oriented and environment-friendly lifestyle. 2007-04-15

Oracle® Expert to Unveil New Financial Software at Upcoming Conference
Helene Abrams, an internationally recognized technology expert formerly with Oracle, Deloitte & Touche and Ernst & Young, announces the launch of FlexField™, a new software program that allows businesses to change their Charts of Accounts in Oracle Applications® as often as they change their business. Abrams will debut the software at the Collaborate '07 conference for Oracle users in Las Vegas from April 15-19. 2007-04-15

Avis and Coastal Vacations Director Dean Marino Launch Avis First
Avis Rent A Car has invited Coastal Vacations Director and travel professional Dean Marino to help launch a new program aimed at their most frequent renters. Marino travels extensively as a top level Director with Coastal Vacations and as an independent travel agent. The Coastal Vacations lifetime travel membership program is explained at www.CoastalPassiveIncome.com. 2007-04-15

Alleged Ethics Violations Plague Case of Disabled Georgia Writer
Georgia's longest pre-trial detainee, writer Ed Kramer has been under house arrest for 7 years -- still awaiting his day in court. Arrested in 2000 (Georgia v. Kramer, 00-B-03771-5), one day following an anonymous phone call, he has always maintained his innocence. Now, a 'Motion for Permission to Receive Continued and Necessary Medical Treatment' entered in Gwinnett Court this week (in the case Georgia v. Kramer, 00-B-03771-5), documents the county's offer to Kramer's attorneys, requiring him, an American-born citizen, to be banished from the US in order to receive physician-ordered care. Additional information and filings are online at a Yahoo Group supporting Kramer's legal defense (www.edkramer.org). 2007-04-15

Introducing Scholarship 2.0: A Scholarship Where Students Don't Just Apply... They Pick the Winner
CollegeToolkit.com is offering a $10,000 scholarship where students are not only the applicants, they are the judges. The winner of the award will be based solely on the voting of CollegeToolkit.com's student users. 2007-04-15

Washington Capitals and Brand Thunder Unveil First Pro Sports Theme Browser
Brand Thunder LLC (http://www.brandthunder.com) announces its expansion into the National Hockey League via their client, The Washington Capitals. 2007-04-15

Brand New Musk Belly Button Patch for Prostatitis
Prostaderm has designed a unique and powerful solution to prostatitis and BPH. Musk and Herbs are applied in a belly button patch, and follow the energy channels of traditional Chinese medicine, directly to the prostate and related tissues. No pills, no procedures. Simple and effective. 2007-04-15

Diva Bikinis Sets Release Date of June 15 for the World's 1st Divas on Tour 3D Calendar Featuring Spokesmodel Taya Parker and Penthouse Pets
Penthouse Swimwear by Diva Bikinis has selected the nationally acclaimed entertainer Taya Parker (www.tayaparker.com) as it's spokesmodel and Cover-girl for the 2008 "Divas on Tour from Jamaica" swimsuit calendar with the world's 1st 3D cover. 2007-04-15

Cinco de Mayo Rock Out Benefiting Lupus International
Rock Out and celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Hogue Barmichael's to benefit Lupus International. A huge lineup of bands will play throughout the night for all ages. You won't want to miss these headliners jamm' in support of lupus. 2007-04-15

Man Arrested For Crime He Didn't Commit is Held in Prison for More Than a Year Before Charges Are Finally Dropped
We depend on the police and public officials to keep us safe and protect our rights. But what happens when a man is arrested for a crime he didn't commit and is incarcerated for over a year? Roberto Hernandez's bail was set at $100,000 and because he could not secure bail, he remained in jail until his court date one year later. 2007-04-15

What Does President Bush Read to Relax? A Study of Hardball Politics that Makes Today's Politics Seem Tame
What does President George W. Bush read to relax? Recently it's been David Pietrusza's 1920: The Year of the Six Presidents, a breezy tale of presidential personalities and politics in 1920's high-powered, wide-open presidential contest, a study of hardball politics that makes today's politics seem tame. "I just finished 1920 and liked it a lot," Bush wrote Pietrusza. 2007-04-15

Out of the Doghouse Helps Don Imus and Others Apologize Correctly
Out of the Doghouse LLC is volunteering to assist talk show host Don Imus, District Attorney Mike Nifong and Charleston, SC local economist Al Parish in apologizing correctly for their recent misdeeds and actions. All of these individuals have found themselves tightly teathered to the public's doghouse and need the help of experts, such as Out of the Doghouse, in the nature of apologies. As a leading provider of apology card, stationery and other expressive products, Out of the Doghouse is uniquely qualified to help these and other individuals truly say "I'm Sorry". 2007-04-15

Hospitality Sales Solutions Launched to Meet Demands of Hotel Industry Boom in Asia
Hospitality Sales Solutions (HSSO) has launched in London to address the strategic sales needs of the rapidly expanding hotel industry in Asia. Unlike traditional sales representation companies that provide representation alone, HSSO offers holistic sales solutions by focusing on three prime areas critical to enabling fast-paced growth. 2007-04-15

Sun Brite Supply of Maryland Celebrates its One Year Anniversary With Helpful Hints For Cleaning Composite Decks
Composite decking materials require different methods of cleaning. Find out why you should use professional pressure washing contractors to clean these new composite materials. 2007-04-15

Rosenbaum Faria, Llp, Reacts To Boston Scientific-Guidant's Latest Recall Of Defective Contak Renewal And Vitality Heart Defibrillator Devices
Rosenbaum Faria, LLP, a Manhattan lawfirm set to notify clients of the newest round of recalled heart devices. Guidant's Contak Renewal and Vitality models are affected by the new recall based on accelerated battery depletion. 2007-04-15

Winsper Wins 16 Awards at NEDMA's 2007 Show 'Thinking Firm,' is Awarded 16 out of 21 Possible Entries and Brings Home 3 Gold, 7 Silver, and 6 Bronze Awards
Winsper, a full-service, integrated, brand communications firm, announced today that it received a total of 16 NEDMA Awards for creative and results excellence. NEDMA is the leading professional association serving business-to-business marketers and communicators. 2007-04-15

Acclaimed Chef and Author Dean Max of Harbor Beach Marriott Hosts Summer School Behind the Burners
The culinary camp at the Harbor Beach Marriott is for aspiring teen chefs, and will teach food prep, menu development and restaurant operations. 2007-04-15

Racers can Catch their Big Dreams with HorseSaddleShop.com's New Kelly Kaminski Barrel Racing Saddles by Circle Y
HorseSaddleShop.com now offers a new line of exciting barrel racers made by Circle Y and two-time NFR World Champion Kelly Kaminski. The Big Dreams saddles have unique features that promise to up the ante in the ring and inspire racers around the country. 2007-04-15

Making Sure it All Adds up for Tax Day, Last-Minute Organization Tips from DayTimers
As the deadline for for submitting taxes is almost here, DayTimers provides some last-minute tips for making the tax submittal process as easy as possible, as well as help be best-prepared for future tax seasons. 2007-04-15

The Parrish Law Firm Expands to New Northern Virginia Offices in Manassas, Virginia
The Parrish Law Firm, Northern Virginia's premier boutique trial firm, is pleased to announce the opening of its Prince William County office in Manassas, Virginia. 2007-04-15

Folha de Londrina Signs Contract for nxAdvertising System
Three-phased implementation plan also includes nxAdsmart 2007-04-15

World-Renowned Promoter and Marketer Sheldon (Shelly) Saltman to be Interviewed on Global Conference Call
Public invited to attend as Shelly discusses his 50-year career working with Andy Williams, Dr. Jonas Salk and Boris Yeltsin, as well as his new book "Fear No Evel". 2007-04-15

Food & Drug Packaging Magazine Names Volcano Lemon Burst® and Volcano Lime Burst® Products of the Month
Dream Foods International, LLC (www.dreamfoods.com), a specialized importer of not-from-concentrate citrus varietal juices, proudly announces that the 100ml versions of its Volcano Lemon Burst® and Volcano Lime Burst® brands have been named "Product of the Month" by Food & Drug Packaging Magazine. This honor, which is in the March edition of the magazine, highlights the fact that Volcano Lemon Burst® and Volcano Lime Burst® are not the same as traditional lemon and lime squeeze bottles that look like lemons and limes. The bottles retail for $1.29 and also include a trilingual label in English, French and Italian. 2007-04-15

DORMA Architectural Hardware Selects Andrews as New Technical Services Representative
DORMA Architectural Hardware has named Jerome "Jerry" Andrews, CML, as Technical Services Representative to provide support for DORMA Architectural Hardware products. Andrews' focus will be on DORMA's complete line of mortise, cylindrical and deadbolt locks. 2007-04-15

First National Pictures Unveils Sensual Fitness DVDs
This twin set of sexy workout DVDs from the Felinity Core Sensuality™ Series encourages women to rediscover their inherent femininity. 2007-04-15

Brooks Promoted to Sales Associate
Burton Brooks was recently promoted to Sales Associate with the Mumford Company's Atlanta, Georgia location effective April 1, 2007. Burton joined The Mumford Company in 2006 as a Sales Analyst. 2007-04-15

Launching Generic Pharmaceutical Patent Academy - Understand and Respond to Patents
GenericsWeb is delighted to announce the inaugural Generic Pharmaceutical Patent Academy, to be held on the 8th-10th of May in London. This is an exciting opportunity for those in the generic pharmaceutical industry to improve their understanding and effectiveness in a rapidly evolving industry. 2007-04-15

Come and Celebrate Disneyland Resort Paris® 15th Anniversary with WorldTravellers
WorldTravellers brings together many thousands of hotels from hundreds of worldwide destinations, offering the client a mix of the latest offers on hotel nights and short breaks, coupled with some of the most competitive pricing to be found online. WorldTravellers has this week reduced online hotel pricing. Don't forget WorldTravellers also offers a 5% online booking discount. 2007-04-15

Lake of the Torches Resort Casino Gives Away a Deluge of Cash in One Day
Lake of the Torches Resort Casino Gives Away a Deluge of Cash in One Day. 2007-04-15

Local Ambulance Company Shows Support for Upcoming NAMI Walk
American Medical Response (AMR), one of the most outstanding ambulance transport services in the county will walk Saturday, April 21 in Balboa Park to raise money and awareness about our country's need for a world-class treatment and recovery system for people with mental illnesses. 2007-04-15

England Rugby Legend Launches Avanta Race Day
Serviced office company Avanta has announced that it is to host a charity horse racing event for the property industry at Kempton Park. 2007-04-15

Hampton Hotels Celebrate Innovation and Creativity with National 'Proud to be Bedhead' Recognition
Campaign earns 'National Reggie' Award on the heels of RACie Award accolade. 2007-04-15

Now Globalstar Satellite Rate Plans Can Match Cellular Rate Plans in Price with Unlimited Voice and Data Usage
Globalstar’s new Unlimited usage Loyalty plan offers users unlimited voice and data airtime – no limits. Nights, weekends, weekdays – anytime! The low rates are guaranteed through the term of June 30th, 2010 for as low as $19.99 per month. 2007-04-15

Homes For Our Troops to Build Specially Adapted Home for Severely Wounded New Milford, New Jersey Veteran
Homes For Our Troops founder, John Gonsalves, announced the beginning of 2nd NJ project. 2007-04-15

Zunch China, Inc. Expands Presence in Mainland China
Firm aids Chinese companies in marketing to the global marketplace. 2007-04-15

'It's Magic' Vallejo Garden Tour 2007
"It's Magic!" is the theme of the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum's 2007 Garden Tour. The tour will be held on Sunday, May 20th from 10:00 to 4:00 and will feature the very best of Vallejo's beautiful and diverse gardens and landscapes. The tour is a joint project between the Museum and the Vallejo Beautification Advisory Commission. 2007-04-15

Gunnar Manufacturing Inc. Becomes The First in Its Class to Become a Certified Partner in The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-Tpat) Program
Gunnar Manufacturing Inc, home of the Protective Office Furniture System, continues to break new ground in office furnishings by being granted the status of "Certified Partner in the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program. This certification was granted to Gunnar Manufacturing by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. 2007-04-15

L.A. Teen Co-Hosts Radio Show with her Mom - 'The Chelsea and Lisa Show,' Live on Global Internet Radio, Tues., Apr. 17, 4:00 pm PST
In this new, monthly one-hour live radio show on GlobalTalkRadio.com, Chelsea,14, a Los Angeles teen, co-hosts with her mom, Lisa Dunn-Dern, a children's lifestyle expert and author ('Dr. Duncan Dog On Duty!'). The two and their guests discuss subjects of interest to both teens and parents. On Tuesday, April 17, it's 'A Light-Hearted Look at Conspiracy Theories: The Telephone Game on Steroids.' From babyhood to adulthood, we're told stories to scare us into obedience. How do rumors, conspiracies, and urban legends start? With the growth of instant communication, how do we know what or whom to believe? Should be we scared, or just laugh it off? Join Chelsea and Lisa and their guests, including a psychologist, in a lively discussion. Also featured: Chelsea and Lisa's monthly 'Hit List.' 2007-04-15

The Renaissance M Street Hotel Opens Authentic European 'Caffè' in Downtown Washington, D.C.
The new illy Caffè at the Renaissance M Street Hotel opens April 15 and will feature locally-made Danish, croissants, assorted muffins, mixed green salads, fruit (whole and fresh cut) and a variety of sandwiches to M Street denizens and Renaissance hotel guests. 2007-04-15

Bullz-Eye.com Interviews Joe Rogan
Former host of "Fear Factor," current color commentator for the Ultimate Fighting Championship speaks with Bullz-Eye. 2007-04-15

Bullz-Eye.com's Badass Bracket Reaches Its Final Four
It's Batman vs. Bruce Lee and Indiana Jones vs. Maximus as Bullz-Eye.com's Badass Bracket rages toward its grand finale. 2007-04-15

Life Coach Shares Her Inspirational True-Life Transformation in New Book
In Cast Iron Butterfly, Ruby Pierrot helps others examine their own lives as she shares her journey from unhappiness to contentment. 2007-04-15

In a World Where Life Changes in Blink of an Eye, One Young Woman Shares International Story of Rising above Adversity
Nathalia Zongo speaks for all natives of Burkina-Faso in When Everything Has Fallen, a newly released memoir and tribute to courage and hope. 2007-04-15

Under Covers with Sports Stars, Actors, and Entertainment Hosts
Celebrities Between the Sheets, a new tell-all memoir by Savannah Jahvall, reveals the bedroom behavior of some of the world's most famous--and infamous--men 2007-04-15

Groundbreaking Novel Explores Relationship Between Science and Faith
Juan Zanzeros' provocative novel, Darwin's Dove, is a love story that sets up a computer model of evolution. 2007-04-15

Vietnam Veteran Gives Back to His Country in More Ways than One
Draftee, a new book by David Volk, tells the story of one soldier's incredible journey. 2007-04-15

Military Novel Set During Iranian Hostage Crisis Explores Demands and Honors of Patriotism
Gonzo Station, a new book by Fernando Ochoa, rings true to the sacrifices made by military service people and their families throughout America's present and history of war 2007-04-15

New Self-Help Book Takes 'Physician, Heal Thyself' to New Level
Master Yourself explains 10 practical but profound steps to taking charge of career challenges, relationships, and emotional healing. 2007-04-15

Pilot's All-New Guide to Navigation After In-Flight Diversion
Airline pilot John P. Nghiwete's The In-Flight Diversion Handbook explores the reasons for an in-flight diversion and offers practical hands-on solutions. 2007-04-15

IMAGES24 the only place to find iconic South African imagery
IMAGES24, based in Cape Town, South Africa, today announces it is the first and last stop for any South African based imagery, with unique shots of renowned figures like Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu & Charlize Theron -- all of which can be found at www.images24.co.za. 2007-04-15

Are You An Entrepreneurial Woman Looking to Grow Your Business?
New business networking model for women: The unique model caters to the female mind/heart connection and is called The Joy of Connecting®. New location for networking event, in North East Tarrant County. 2007-04-15

Legal Do's and Don'ts Once a Merger is Announced
Mark your calendar for May 21 from noon to 1:30 ET when Mary Lou Steptoe, of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, and Mike Griffen, with Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, will spell out what's OK and what's not once a merger is announced at Restructuring Today's 90-minute live interactive audio conference. 2007-04-15

Speedy Scan Provides Document Management for Conserv Construction CM on the Orange County Chopper OCC Headquarters Project
Speedy Scan Company Inc (Speedy Scan) today announced it has been engaged by Conserv Construction to provide a document management solution for the Orange County Chopper (OCC) Headquarters Project. 2007-04-15