Business Wire back issues from Friday, March 2:
Provo Craft(R) Announces Sponsorship of Tifie(TM), New Humanitarian Nonprofit Organization.
Mar 02, 2007 ... SPANISH FORK, Utah -- Please replace the release dated March 1, 2007, with the following corrected release due to an updated version. The corrected release reads: PROVO CRAFT([R]) ANNOUNCES SPONSORSHIP OF TIFIE([TM]), NEW HUMANITARIAN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION ...
Analyze How the Asian Speciality Drinks Market is Set to Change.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets www.researchandmarkets.com has announced the addition of the "Asian Speciality Drinks" reports from Euromonitor International to their offering. Euromonitor International publishes Asian Speciality Drinks reports on 52 country markets ....
New Report Estimates that by 2011, the Total Annual Shipments of STB Products in Asia-Pacific Will be About 87 Million Units.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51299) has announced the addition of In-Sights: Digital Set Top Boxes Market in Asia/Pacific to their offering. As digital television (DTV) is able to receive superior images, audio quality, and ...
IHS Inc. to Host First Quarter 2007 Earnings Conference Call on March 22, 2007.
Mar 02, 2007 ... ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Throughout the release dated March 1, 2007, the conference call and earnings release date should read: Wednesday, March 21, 2007 (sted Thursday, March 22, 2007). The corrected release reads: IHS INC. TO HOST FIRST QUARTER 2007 EARNINGS CONFERENCE ...
Northeast Community Bancorp, Inc. Reports Year End Results.
Mar 02, 2007 ... WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- March 1, 2007--Northeast Community Bancorp, Inc., White Plains, NY (the "Company") (Nasdaq: NECB) today announced net income for the year ended December 31, 2006 of $1.56 million compared to net income of $1.99 million for the year ended December 31, 2005. ...
Lakes Entertainment, Inc. Announces Effective Date of Form S-3 Registration Statement.
Mar 02, 2007 ... MINNEAPOLIS -- Lakes Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:LACO) announced today that the Form S-3 Registration Statement registering for resale shares of common stock issuable to PLKS Holdings, LLC ("PLKS"), an affiliate of Prentice Capital Management, LP("Prentice"), became effective on February ...
ADDING MULTIMEDIA Iteris, Inc. Promotes Abbas Mohaddes to Chief Executive Officer.
Mar 02, 2007 ... ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Iteris, Inc. (AMEX:ITI) today announced that it has accepted the resignation of Jack Johnson, who has served as the Chief Executive Officer for the past seven years, initially with the Iteris Subsidiary and then with Iteris, Inc. The Company also announced the ...
Fitch Rates CWALT $1.129B Mtge P-T Ctfs Series 2007-OA3.
Mar 02, 2007 ... NEW YORK -- Fitch rates CWALT, Inc.'s (CWALT) mortgage pass-through certificates, alternative loan trust 2007-OA3 as follows: --$1.03 billion classes 1-A-1 through 1-A-3, 2-A-1 through 2-A-3, X, and A-R certificates (senior certificates) 'AAA'; --$19.99 million class ...
First State Bancorporation and Front Range Capital Corporation Announce Completion of Acquisition - Joint News Release.
Mar 02, 2007 ... ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- First State Bancorporation ("First State") (NASDAQ:FSNM), parent company of First Community Bank, and Front Range Capital Corporation ("Front Range"), parent company of Heritage Bank ("Heritage"), announced today that First State has completed its acquisition of Front ...
Hess Announces Filing of 2006 Form 10-K.
Mar 02, 2007 ... NEW YORK -- Hess Corporation (NYSE: HES) today filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission its Annual Report on Form 10-K, including audited financial statements, for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006 ("Form 10-K"). The Form 10-K is available through the Company's website ...
Triad Files 2006 Form 10-K.
Mar 02, 2007 ... PLANO, Texas -- Triad Hospitals, Inc. (the "Company") (NYSE:TRI) today announced that it had filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006. A copy of the Form 10-K, which includes complete audited financial ...
Fitch Rtes Intermountain Pwr Agency, UT, $130MM Pwr Supp Bnds & Affs Outstanding $1.6B at 'AA-'.
Mar 02, 2007 ... NEW YORK -- Fitch rates Intermountain Power Agency's (IPA) proposed $130 million, 2007 series A subordinated power supply revenue refunding 'AA-'. In addition, Fitch affirms IPA's outstanding $1.2 billion senior lien power supply revenue bonds and $416 million subordinate power supply ...
76th Annual Golden Gloves Announced for March 21st.
Mar 02, 2007 ... SAN FRANCISCO -- This year 76th Annual Golden Gloves has been set for March 21st through the 24th, 2007 at Kezar Pavilion located at 775 Stanyan St. San Francisco beginning at 6:00 pm each night, all tickets are $15. This year's National Champions will be seeded in the US Boxing ...
CyberData and ABP Technology Sign Distribution Agreement to Deliver VoIP Paging Solutions.
Mar 02, 2007 ... MONTEREY, Calif. -- CyberData Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of peripheral devises for VoIP phone systems, announces its partnership with master distributor ABP Technology. ABP will distribute the CyberData VoIP product line throughout the Americas to enable resellers to ...
Xerium Technologies Reports Fourth Quarter and 2006 Results.
Mar 02, 2007 ... YOUNGSVILLE, N.C. -- Xerium Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: XRM), a leading global manufacturer of clothing and roll covers used primarily in the paper production process, today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2006. Highlights for the quarter include: ...
Atlantic Tele-Network Reports 2006 Results.(Financial report)
Mar 02, 2007 ... Full Year 2006 Highlights * Revenue increases 52% to $155.4 million * Operating Income increases 41% to $52.3 million * Earnings increase 71% to $23.2 million * Earnings Per Share increase 56% to $1.70 * Strong contributions to ...
Merchant Risk Council Annual eCommerce Fraud Survey Shows MRC Platinum Merchants Lead Online Industry in Combating Fraud and Gain $640 Million Due to Efforts.
Mar 02, 2007 ... Results to be Presented at Annual MRC Conference March 12 - 15, 2007 LAS VEGAS -- The Merchant Risk Council (MRC), the retail industry's premier association for preventing online fraud and promoting secure e-commerce, today announced the results of its annual merchant fraud ...
Former Assistant U.S. Attorney Patrick Collins Joins Perkins Coie.
Mar 02, 2007 ... CHICAGO -- Perkins Coie announced today that Patrick M. Collins will join its Chicago office as a partner later this month. Collins, who will join the firm after 12 years with the U.S. Attorney's Office, will focus his practice on corporate investigations and complex commercial litigation ....
East Meets West!! Trade Corridors Identify Vision for Freight Future.
Mar 02, 2007 ... New National Program and Funding Is Needed WASHINGTON -- The first-ever national summit of major U.S. trade corridors convened to discuss the future of goods movement in the United States. Participants identified opportunities and challenges corridors face in facilitating the ...
First-Ever Visual Simulation of California's Planned High-Speed Train System to Be Unveiled.
Mar 02, 2007 ... Plus Presentation of New Ridership and Revenue Forecasts <Pre> WHO: California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) WHEN: Friday, March 2, 200710:00 a.m. WHAT: California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) Board Meeting. </Pre> Newly released projections of ...
Westaff Reports Fiscal 2007 First Quarter Results.(Financial report)
Mar 02, 2007 ... WALNUT CREEK, Calif. -- Westaff, Inc. (NASDAQ:WSTF), a leading provider of staffing services, today reported financial results for its first fiscal quarter, which ended January 20, 2007. Consistent with historical financial reporting, the Company's first three fiscal quarters comprise ...
Westaff Announces New Significant Shareholders.
Mar 02, 2007 ... WALNUT CREEK, Calif. -- Westaff, Inc. (NASDAQ:WSTF), a leading provider of staffing services, was advised at its February 28, 2007 Board Meeting by W. Robert Stover, the Company's Chairman of the Board of Directors, that H.I.G. Capital, LLC and its affiliates (collectively, the ...
Dividend Dates and Distribution Amounts Announced for BlackRock Closed-End Funds.
Mar 02, 2007 ... NEW YORK -- Today, the following BlackRock closed-end funds announced distributions. Please note that while two funds had dividend increases from the prior month, several funds had dividend reductions. These reductions take into account the affected funds' earnings potential, ...
First Coastal Capital Trust Pays Distribution.
Mar 02, 2007 ... MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. -- First Coastal Capital Trust, a wholly owned subsidiary of First Coastal Bancshares (OTCBB:FCST), will pay its quarterly distribution of ...
BlackRock Closed-End Municipal Fund Data Released For January 2007.
Mar 02, 2007 ... NEW YORK -- BlackRock, Inc. today announced that it released data for its closed-end municipal funds. This information is now available on www.blackrock.com. About BlackRock BlackRock is one of the world's largest publicly traded investment management firms. As of ...
Thomson Receives Outstanding Technology Transfer Award at IPTEC Conference.
Mar 02, 2007 ... PARIS & BURBANK, Calif. -- Thomson (Euronext Paris: 18453) (NYSE: TMS) was honored for outstanding technology transfer in the private sector today at IPTEC 2007, the annual international conference for intellectual property licensing professionals held in Cannes, France. Thomson was ...
First Coastal Bancshares Announces Common Stock Dividend.
Mar 02, 2007 ... MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. -- The board of directors of First Coastal Bancshares (OTCBB:FCST), parent company of wholly owned First Coastal Bank, N.A., today announced a quarterly common stock cash dividend of $1.00 per share, payable on April 11, 2007, to stockholders of record on March 30, ...
Northgate Posts Fourth Quarter Net Income of $20 Million.
Mar 02, 2007 ... Corporate Cash Reserves Increase to $262 Million VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- (All figures in US dollars except where noted) - Northgate Minerals Corporation (TSX: NGX) (AMEX: NXG) today reported cash flow from operations of $43,884,000 or $0.20 per diluted common share and ...
Celebrities Commit to Supporting American Red Cross in 2007.
Mar 02, 2007 ... Cristina Saralegui, Kristen Bell, Brooks & Dunn, Miley Cyrus, Gary Dourdan, Vivica A. Fox, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Susan Lucci, Kellie Pickler, Raven-Symone, Forest Whitaker, Bradley Whitford, Among Others Join 6th Annual Celebrity Cabinet to Raise Awareness and Funds for American Red ...
The Port of Los Angeles Will Fund $850,000 toward Foss Maritime Company's Development of the World's First "Hybrid" Tug Boat.
Mar 02, 2007 ... SAN PEDRO, Calif. -- A new hybrid tug boat proposed by Seattle-based Foss Maritime Company, and funded in part by the Port of Los Angeles, will be substantially less polluting, more fuel efficient and even quieter than today's modern tug boats. Through a Technology Advancement ...
As New Comedy "Wild Hogs" Hits Theaters Motorcycle Safety Foundation Stresses Safety Training.
Mar 02, 2007 ... IRVINE, Calif. -- With the release of the new film "Wild Hogs," the Motorcycle Safety Foundation has an important message for all riders: Complete a training course. The MSF is reminding all riders that despite what they might see on the big screen, for their own safety, as well as the ...
AmCOMP Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2006 Results.(Financial report)
Mar 02, 2007 ... NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla. -- AmCOMP Incorporated (Nasdaq:AMCP) today announced results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2006. For the year ended December 31, 2006, net income was $16.6 million, or $1.11 per diluted share, compared to net income of $16.8 million, ...
Delta Zeta Freezes Media Requests to Protect DePauw Student Body.
Mar 02, 2007 ... OXFORD, Ohio -- To protect the DePauw University student body, our Delta Zeta chapter members, and the local DePauw community, Delta Zeta national officials decline further media requests at this time. We urge the University to join us and put an end to the media circus that is undermining ...
ATP Ends 2006 With Record Reserves and Production.
Mar 02, 2007 ... HOUSTON -- ATP Oil & Gas Corporation (NASDAQ:ATPG) today announced record reserves in all categories, an annual production increase of 155% and a robust reserves replacement ratio of 315%. Reserves and Production - ATP reported independent third-party year-end 2006 total proved ...
GlobalAutoIndustry.com Announces "Key Strategies for Succeeding in China's Booming Auto Industry" Seminar to Take Place on March 29 in Detroit Area.
Mar 02, 2007 ... TROY, Mich. -- GlobalAutoIndustry.com, the leading worldwide portal and intelligence source for the automotive industry, announced it will hold its 11th in a series of seminars on doing business in China. The event, "Key Strategies for Succeeding in China's Booming Auto Industry," will ...
Conversion of Arcelor Mittal Class B shares into Arcelor Mittal Class A shares.
Mar 02, 2007 ... LUXEMBOURG & ROTTERDAM, Netherlands -- Arcelor Mittal announces that 385,340,210 Arcelor Mittal Class B shares owned by Mittal Investments S.a.r.l. have been converted into 385,340,210 Arcelor Mittal Class A shares. This conversion has no impact on the total number of shares (1,392,308,490 ...
Trial of the RLH Industries, Inc. Anti-Trust Suit against AT&T Begins 5 March 2007.
Mar 02, 2007 ... ORANGE, Calif. -- The long delayed trial of the Anti-Trust Suit first brought by RLH Industries, Inc. of Orange, CA in November of 2002 begins 5 March at the Santa Ana Superior Court in Orange County California. The trial will begin at 8:30 AM in Dept. C-32, the Honorable Steven L. Perk ...
Company Profile for QSR Magazine.(Company overview)
Mar 02, 2007 ... QSR magazine and its web site QSRmagazine.com are the leading sources of news and information about the $180+ billion quick-service industry. For more than 10 years, QSR has defined this market, which includes traditional fast food, fast-casual dining, coffee, snacks, full-service ...
Company Profile for Analytical Bio-Chemistry Laboratories (ABC).(Company overview)
Mar 02, 2007 ... Analytical Bio-Chemistry (ABC) Laboratories, Inc. is a GLP, cGMP compliant drug development partner with expertise in non-routine analytical services and synthesis in support of preclinical, clinical and CMC-related activities. From its inception in 1968, ABC Laboratories has been ...
Company Profile for Readak Educational Services, Inc.
Mar 02, 2007 ... Readak has been working within the independent school community throughout the world since 1957. Our primary concerns are quality education and superior service. The teaching of reading and study skills is our sole activity. Today's students need superior reading proficiency and ...
Company Profile for Chatsworth Products, Inc.(Company overview)
Mar 02, 2007 ... Chatsworth Products, Inc. (CPI) is a leading manufacturer of systems designed to organize, store and secure IT infrastructure equipment. As an industry leader, CPI Products set the benchmark by providing superior structural support that exceeds customer expectations through innovation, ...
Company Profile for DiamondWare, Ltd.(Company overview)
Mar 02, 2007 ... DiamondWare provides best-of-breed real time voice technology with ground-breaking 3D positioning and high-definition quality. Applications include games, simulators, conferencing, VoIP, and radio over IP. Customers include the US Special Forces, Navy, Air Force, as well as game ...
Company Profile for Soy Labs, LLC.
Mar 02, 2007 ... Soy Labs develops and markets research-based soy products and ingredients that optimize health and quality of life, including CardioTrim[R], the company's flagship product line. It is a pioneer in the research and development of AlbumaSoy[TM], a proprietary soy albumin extract that is a ...
Company Profile for IntruGuard Devices, Inc.(Company overview)
Mar 02, 2007 ... IntruGuard is the leading provider of Network Behavior Analysis (NBA) Systems for Web-hosts, Service Providers and Enterprise Data Centers. These ASIC based high performance and rapid response NBA systems provide granular real time network traffic visibility and provide automatic ...
Amazon.com to Webcast Investor Conference Presentation.
Mar 02, 2007 ... SEATTLE -- Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) announced today that the Company will be speaking at Morgan Stanley's Technology Conference on March 6, 2007. ...
Talbots Announces Cash Dividend.
Mar 02, 2007 ... HINGHAM, Mass. -- The Talbots, Inc. (NYSE:TLB) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 per share payable on or before March 26, 2007 to shareholders of record as of March 12, 2007. The Talbots, Inc. is a leading international ...
New Publication Provides a Digest of Data, Trends, Insights and Opinions for Professionals Who Market and Sell to the Wealthy.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51283) has announced the addition of High Net Worth - January/February 2007 Edition to their offering. HIGH NET WORTH is a unique publication that provides a digest of data, trends, insights and ...
Determine the Size and Structure of the UK's Domestic Furniture Industry.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51318) has announced the addition of The Review of the UK Domestic Furniture Industry 2007 to their offering. The project took place during the period from October to December 2006 and this ...
Gain Strategic Insight into Healthcare in Michigan with New Knowledgebase Report.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51321) has announced the addition of "Michigan Healthcare Overview - State Healthcare Knowledgebase Report" to their offering. The State Healthcare Knowledgebase is a comprehensive business ...
Portugal Energy Market Report Offers a Precise and Reliable Overview of the Energy Sector in the Country.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51331) has announced the addition of Portugal energy report to their offering. This report provides updated facts and figures on the evolution of the national energy market. For the oil, gas, ...
New State Healthcare Knowledgebase Provides Economic and Operational Statistics Related to Each State's Healthcare Environment.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51295) has announced the addition of Virginia Healthcare Overview - State Healthcare Knowledgebase Report to their offering. The State Healthcare Knowledgebase is a comprehensive business ...
New Report Examines the Current Debate about the Definition and Measurement of Fossil Fuel Reserves and Depletion.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51337) has announced the addition of Oil Sands and Orimulsion Report Ed 2 2007 to their offering. The report looks at Non-Conventional Oil, the Canadian Oil or Tar Sands, Venezuelan bitumen, ...
Almost a Quarter of UK Window Frame Manufacturers are in Financial Danger.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51343) has announced the addition of "Window Frame Manufacturers - Portfolio Analysis" to their offering. The "Window Frame Manufacturers - Portfolio Analysis" is a comprehensive evaluation of ...
US Automotive Market Forecast to be Flat in 2007.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51347) has announced the addition of Outlook for the Automotive Industry in 2007 - Management Briefing to their offering. What are the big issues for 2007? January's briefing, written by ...
ITB Berlin 2007 Opening Report: Record Number of Exhibitors - 10,923 Exhibiting Companies from 184 Countries.
Mar 02, 2007 ... ITB Berlin Even Larger and More International - Current Forecast by GfK and ITB Berlin Indicates Growing Demand for Travel - New: "Kultur-Palais" and "ITB Holiday Real Estate" - ITB Convention Market Trends & Innovations Includes a World Economic Forum Event for the First Time - Shows on ...
Hungary's Energy Consumption Grew by 5.9% in 2005.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51352) has announced the addition of Hungarian Energy Report to their offering. The Hungarian Energy Sector Report offers an extensive summary of the Hungarian energy market. It includes a ...
Keane Business Risk Management Solutions Launches Fully Integrated Risk-Based Capital Allocation and Audit Oversight Modules.
Mar 02, 2007 ... SCORE version 3.0 first to address UK Financial Services Authority's ICAS requirements plus a full audit suite to integrate risk, compliance and internal audit WAYNE, Pa. -- Today Keane Business Risk Management Solutions announced enhancements to its SCORE software to address ...
Study the Latest Forecasts for the Mexican Telecommunications Services Market.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51313) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report: Mexican Telecommunications Services Markets to their offering. This research aims to analyze the total Mexican ...
Lender E-Source Strengthens Management Team with Bill Mitchell.
Mar 02, 2007 ... Sales veteran serves as new regional manager VISTA, Calif. -- Lender E-Source, which provides loan guidelines and automated loan pricing to mortgage professionals, announced today the appointment of Bill Mitchell, a 14-year veteran of corporate sales, including seven years in ...
Citizens Holding Company Announces Cash Dividend of $.18 Per Share.
Mar 02, 2007 ... PHILADELPHIA, Miss. -- Citizens Holding Company (NASDAQ: CIZN) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.18 per share payable March 30, to shareholders of record as of March 15, 2007. "The first quarter 2007 dividend that we are announcing today ...
I&C Security Market Growth to Hinge on Transition From Product-Driven to Customised End Solutions.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51349) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report: Opportunities and Strategies in the I&C Security Market by Vertical End-user Sector to their offering. This research service ...
Disease & Therapy Review (DTR) Executive Market Summaries Provide Accurate Market Data Across a Range of Therapeutic Areas.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51301) has announced the addition of Disease & Therapy Review (DTR) Executive Market Summaries to their offering. Disease & Therapy Review is meant to be an accurate and efficient executive ...
New Market Snapshot Report Provides Extremely Detailed Information on Russian Imports of Frozen Edible Offal of Domestic Swine.
Mar 02, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51354) has announced the addition of Market Snapshot Report: Russia-Import-2005, Edible Offal (frozen) of Domestic Swine, HS/TNVED: 020649200. to their offering. 296 Russian companies imported ...
Third Century Bancorp Announces Dividend.
Mar 02, 2007 ... FRANKLIN, Ind. -- Third Century Bancorp (OTCBB:TDCB), an Indiana corporation and parent company of Mutual Savings Bank announced today that on February 14, 2007 the Board of Directors declared a dividend of $0.04 for shareholders of record on March 20, 2007. The dividend payable date is ...
First Data Corp. Completes Acquisition of Intelligent Results.
Mar 02, 2007 ... OMAHA, Neb. -- First Data Corp. (NYSE: FDC), a global leader in electronic commerce payments, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Intelligent Results, a customer data analytics and decision management software company. As previously disclosed, this strategic ...