National News Desk

MANHASSET, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Many Americans with long-term care insurance are learning Uncle Sam may give them a hefty deduction for their premiums; but many fail to realize their state may grant an additional deduction or credit. 'If you can double your money, so to speak, why not do it,' says Gene Cutler, Manhasset, New York-based agent for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies.

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new report published by Voices.com reveals that the voice and speech industry continues to grow and is currently valued at $12.3 Billion USD. The 2010 Report on the Voice Over Industry is published, highlighting three growing fields in the entertainment industry; audiobooks, mobile gaming and podcasting.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The 'New Beginnings' conference, hosted by the Minnesota Business Women, will be held on April 30, 2010 at the Crowne Plaza North in Brooklyn Center, MN. This conference will offer opportunities to learn, to network, to market products and businesses. The evening will feature an Unhappy Hour sponsored by 'Rich Chicks: Financial Freedom for Women' at which attendees will learn to embrace prosperity.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Inlanta Mortgage recently chose International Document Services (IDS) to produce closing documents and provide initial disclosure services for its nine-state mortgage banking business. With 25 branches and more than 135 employees in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri and North Dakota, the Waukesha, Wis.-based lender had $550 million in 2009 loan volume.

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Sher Institutes for Reproductive Medicine (SIRM) continue solidify their reputation as leading reproductive care centers in the United States, according to the newest data from the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART). Sher Institutes achieved among the highest IVF success rates in several categories.

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New York City's transition to a fuel-efficient black car fleet has been delayed by the recession, but there is still strong demand by eco-conscious consumers for hybrids, and companies like the Corporate Transportation Group, Ltd (CTG) are expanding their hybrid fleets to meet that demand.

MIAMI, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Almost anyone can learn practically anything faster and easier using the Sdoia-Satz Method, a new system of teaching and learning, says Phyllis Sdoia-Satz, Executive Director of Sdoia-Satz Institute in Miami. Phyllis Sdoia-Satz and Barry Satz have written a book called 'Practicing Sucks, But It Doesn't Have To!' (ISBN: 978-1607090076, hardcover; Rowman and Littlefield, 2009) which defines and explains the Sdoia-Satz Method.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, the world's leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce that Print Electronics, working with a local integrator partner, has successfully delivered and implemented the SecuGen Hamster IV, a fully FIPS 201 / PIV-compliant fingerprint reader, into the Tamil Nadu Health Insurance Scheme (TNHIS).

LEXINGTON, Ky. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As National Teach Ag Day on February 25 nears, communities across the nation are asked to consider the teachers that will be needed to prepare students for the increasing number and complexity of agriculture-related jobs expected to be available in the United States. 'Perhaps most importantly - we will need qualified teachers to prepare students for these increasingly sophisticated professions,' said Jay Jackman, Ph.D., executive director of the National Association of Agricultural Educators.

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bringing together popular hard disk management functions and powerful data protection functions: Partition Manager, Partition Recovery Wizard and Disk and Partition Copy Wizard, the newly upgraded EASEUS Partition Master 5.0.1 is well regarded by most users as the all-in-one partition solution and partition manager to manage hard drive disks and protect data.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New statistics from Foreclosure Deals, a leader in foreclosure listings industry, show the market for foreclosures is already improving in 2010, with foreclosures down 10 percent in January from the previous month. Foreclosure property inventories also fell in traditional foreclosure hotspots throughout the nation, which experts believe could be an excellent sign for buyers considering a purchase this year.

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With forecasters predicting another tight credit market in 2010, business owners are learning the new realities of small business financing. They will pursue every option they can, even methods they wouldn't have considered a few years ago, says BusinessCashAdvance.

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ForeclosureListings confirmed that the national foreclosure rate in January was one foreclosure filing for every 466 U.S. households; the most severe problems continue in the west and in Florida. Unemployment, economic hardship, negative equity, and credit availability are driving the foreclosures. Yet between the months of December 2009 and January 2010 a drop in the actual number of foreclosures was recorded.

CHICAGO, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KnowledgeAdvisors, the world's largest provider of learning and talent measurement solutions, today announced it has added SkillSoft's (NASDAQ:SKIL) SkillPort(TM) Learning Management System to their very successful system interoperability program. In addition, support of GeoLearning's GeoMaestro 5 Series LMS Suite has been added. The program allows companies with investments in learning management systems, such as SkillSoft's SkillPort, GeoLearning's GeoMaestro(TM) and others.

WATERLOO, Canada (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RoweBots Research Inc. announces and releases the DSPnano(TM) Operating System Version 3, achieving a significant milestone in shrinking intelligence into small and powerful microcontrollers and digital signal controllers. Motor control, ADPCM and color graphics along with other advanced networking applications and a Linux(TM) or POSIX compatible application are cost effective in any device.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Toussaint L'Ouverture High School for Arts and Social Justice (TLHS) is pleased to announce that its Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer Major Joseph M. Bernadel, US Army (Ret.), is invited by the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations in New York to attend a special event titled 'Engaging Philanthropy to Promote Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment.'

FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Feb. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Four years ago Enviromax introduced the world's first external prostate massager, called the Prostate Cradle. Thousands of customers later, the Cradle has helped to revolutionize external prostate massage, or 'prostate milking,' by making it much easier. Now Enviromax has done it again, with the new Prostate Jewel. The Jewel is made with the same soft silicone as the Cradle, with no cushioning holes, for more stimulation.

SAN MARINO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Epeius Biotechnologies announces the completion of the design engineering and construction phase of a state-of-the-art Vector Production Unit (VPU) for the commercial manufacturing of its advanced targeted genetic medicines. In accordance with an FDA Critical Path initiative, which encourages innovation and the implementation of new technological advances in quality control, the Epeius VPU is poised to launch the large-scale production of targeted genetic medicine into the 21st century.

OAKLAND, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Inward Journeys Consulting, an educational consulting company founded by Dr. Chris Harrison and NNeka Harrison, Ed.D. (ABD) is hosting an educational symposium titled Educating African-Americans for the 21st Century: 'A Call to Action.' This symposium will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at Mills College (in Lisser Hall) in Oakland, Calif.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, the world's leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce that VT Virtual Technology has chosen the SecuGen Hamster Plus fingerprint reader to authenticate users of the AthenaCentral Enterprise Edition software. The SecuGen Hamster Plus features SecuGen's own fingerprint sensor technology, which is well known for its scratch resistance, ability to match dry and moist fingers, and affordable pricing.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Libya Expeditions, Libya's leading tour operator and travel adventure specialist, unveils its most exciting Libya tour yet - 'The Great Libyan Adventure,' an unforgettable 18-day journey into an exotic land of surreal desert landscapes, ancient civilizations, and outstanding beauty - a land truly "touched by the Gods" and the ultimate adventurer's dream.

WATERLOO, Canada (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RoweBots Research, Inc., a supplier of tiny embedded POSIX RTOS products, today announced the launch and release of Unison Version 5 and the open-source version of Unison Version 4. These two ultra-tiny embedded-Linux and POSIX compatible RTOSs open Renesas Technology Corp.'s SH-2A microcontroller (MCU) family to Linux and POSIX compatible development for the first time.

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A&I Books, a division of A&I Photographic and Digital Services, is releasing 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell: Volume 1' (ISBN: 978-0-9844474-1-1) by Jeff Sheng, the first-ever photography book that features the portraits and stories of gay and lesbian service members currently serving under the 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy. The book contains an Afterword by W.M. Hunt, noted gallerist and Vietnam War veteran.

DALLAS, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Biometric Signature ID (BSI) announces that its CEO, Jeff Maynard, will be a featured speaker at the 2010 eLearning conference in Ft. Worth Texas. Mr. Maynard is scheduled to speak on Monday February 22, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. on 'Biometric Signatures for Student ID Identity Authentication and Results of pilot with University of Maryland University College.'

PALO ALTO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SmartStops announced today the launch of its much anticipated Reentry Service. Designed as a companion service to the SmartStop Risk Alerts, the addition of the Reentry Service makes it easier than ever for investors of all levels to easily identify and sidestep periods of abnormal risk.

WATERLOO, Canada (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RoweBots Research Inc. announces and releases the Unison Operating System Version 5, achieving a significant milestone in shrinking intelligent network servers and services into small and powerful microcontrollers. A Web server along with other advanced networking applications and a Linux or POSIX compatible application now fit inside any device.

CLEARWATER, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Global Synthetic Ice, worldwide leader in the development of synthetic ice, introduces 'Super-Gliding,' the sport of skating on a surface other than real ice. Synthetic ice surfaces are not ice, but can be skated on using normal ice skates in the same manner as ice. These surfaces require no refrigeration or grooming equipment and are completely recyclable, so they are the environmentally-conscious alternative to refrigerated ice rinks.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Environmental Resource Center, when workers handle hazardous waste or ship hazardous materials, training is not just a good idea, it's the law. According to the EPA, workers who handle hazardous waste must be trained annually, and the federal DOT requires that workers involved in the shipment of hazardous materials be trained at least every three years.

HOUSTON, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sharewell L.P. announced that it continues to successfully deploy its Electro-Trac EM system in major producing unconventional basins. The Company's patented, proprietary EM-MWD system has now been successfully deployed in the Rocky Mountains, Barnett Shale, Fayetteville Shale, Haynesville Shale, and New Albany Shale. The Company's next challenge will be a test in the Eagleford Shale which should occur in the next two weeks.

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Professional horse trainer and creator Donna Cheek, announced today the launching of EquinePro a marketing system designed specifically for the equine industry. The fully automated online newsletter service allows horse industry professionals to take advantage of the proven strategy of relationship and viral marketing with a 'hands off' approach.

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Single People (NASP) announced this week its official formation. And, wasting no time, it has launched right into a national membership campaign. 'The NASP was founded on the premise that the well-being and rights of the single person is an area long overdue for representation on a national basis,' says Richard E. Baron, executive director of the Association.

ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The president and CEO of Georgia's largest real estate company, Kevin Levent of Metro Brokers, will tell Georgia's business brokers how he decided to rebrand and join forces with two national brokerages in late 2009. Metro Brokers CEO Levent will speak to the Georgia Association of Business Brokers at their meeting Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at the South Terraces Conference Center.

VANCOUVER, Canada, Feb. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ePly Services Inc. (@ePly), an online event registration software company based in North Vancouver, B.C. is pleased to announce that it has met all BBBOnLine participation and Better Business Bureau accreditation standards and is authorized to display the BBB Accredited Business seal.

CENTENNIAL, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cell>Point announced today that M. Donald Blaufox, M.D., Ph.D, will be coordinating principal investigator for its Phase 2/3 clinical trial of 99mTc-EC-G for cancer diagnostic imaging. The trial is currently underway. 99mTc-EC-G is the company's cancer diagnostic imaging agent, an acronym for 99mTechnetium-EthylenediCysteine-Glucosamine.

SAN PEDRO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Theater troupe Midnight Insanity and The World Mind Network are organizing a benefit comedy show for victims of the Haiti earthquake. Standing up for Haiti will take place at the historic Warner Grand Theater in San Pedro, California on March 14 at 6 p.m. All proceeds will be donated to the Haiti Fund of Doctors Without Borders.

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Easeus Partition Master has been upgraded with a comprehensive data recovery feature in the new version released at the beginning of 2010. Having Partition Recovery Wizard added-in makes Easeus Partition Master an all-around solution for partition needs; like fast partitioning, easy partition recovery and copying a hard disk or partitioning at the same time.

SAVANNAH, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Savannah-based, award-winning Paragon Design Group has recently helped brand and package, 'Cantore Stories,' the newest HD show from The Weather Channel. This is Paragon's second hire by the national cable channel, its first being a refreshed package for 'Day Planner,' a weekday show that airs from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on the station.

ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- USMotivation announces VIVA as its latest and most exciting product designed to introduce new levels of innovation, expand reach and increase convenience for the way companies do business. VIVA, or Virtual Interactive Venue Assistant, creates virtual experiences and environments that can stand alone or complement any physical event.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Children's Chapter Book, 'Sir Licksalot and The Maverick Fools' (ISBN-10: 1-60474-917-2), wins a 2009 Readers Favorite Award. In a statement made by Author D.L. Carroll, 'This book was written for tweens who hate to read. Providing these children with a story that they can actually enjoy is inspiring. To be recognized by industry professionals is incredibly rewarding. I am currently working on the second book in the series.'

MESA, Ariz. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Authors Renee and Mike Mosiman have received the Gold Mom's Choice Award for their book 'The Smarter Preschooler: Unlocking Your Child's Intellectual Potential' (ISBN: 978-0-9816426-5-9). The Mom's Choice Awards (MCA) is an awards program that recognizes authors, inventors, companies, parents and others for their efforts in creating quality family-friendly media, products and services.

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EASEUS Software, the innovative and dedicated data recovery software provider, today officially released the new version of its data recovery software - EASEUS Data Recovery Wizard 5.0.1 - with new added-on features: Windows server 2008/Windows 7 support, enhanced performance of hard drive scan and data recovery.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- There are so many consumer choices on the market. That's why Dana Clothing is making it easier for people to make socially-responsible decisions about what they buy. For each t-shirt a consumer buys, one t-shirt will be donated to a child in need. It's a win-win situation.

ROCKLEDGE, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LRM Industries International, Inc. headquartered in Rockledge, Florida, announces the introduction of EverDock modular dock panels, the first product in family of innovative and environmentally friendly thermoplastic marine dock solutions. LRM will show EverDock panels for first time from February 11th through the 15th at The Miami International Boat Show 2010.

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Has today's economy made you put off your dreams of a new home? The new book, 'Prosperity Plans' (ISBN: 978-1450559645), just published by architect Donald J. Berg, might get you dreaming again. Berg's new book proposes that today's architects, builders and prospective homeowners can all learn from a series of fascinating 'Growing House' designs created in 1934.

KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Want to keep more of your money in these challenging times? Then check with your tax advisor if you have long term care insurance. You may be able to deduct a big chunk of your 2009 premiums. What if you don't have long term care insurance? Then consider getting it NOW to lock in tax benefits next year. Uncle Sam may in effect pick up the tab for much of your premiums for 2010. This reminder comes from LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies.

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Backbone Security's Steganography Analysis and Research Center (SARC) is pleased to announce their popular Certified Steganography Examiner (CSE) course is now available online. This two-day advanced digital forensics course raises awareness of the threat from use of digital steganography to conceal evidence of criminal activity or use by insiders to steal sensitive information.

PHOENIX, Ariz. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sofon and Business & Decision today announce that they have signed a partnership for the marketing, sales and implementation of Sofon Guided Selling by Business & Decision in the North American market. Business & Decision, an international Consulting and Systems Integration company with over 2,700 employees worldwide, has added Sofon Guided Selling to its portfolio.

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Marty Niedelman, a pharmacist from New York, claims he has the answer which will lead to the cure of Cancer. He feels that all the research scientists are leaning toward his conclusion, but are taking too much time to succeed. He has written an article explaining what he knows about the subject. The purpose of this article is to motivate all the researchers to perfect the cure now.

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Backbone Security, the global leader in advanced digital steganalysis tools, in conjunction with ADF Solutions, the global leader of forensic triage tools, is pleased to announce the availability of an updated Steganography SearchPak for use with ADF's revolutionary digital forensic triage tools currently deployed at law enforcement agencies, government organizations, and commercial corporations worldwide.

TORONTO, Canada (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Winter/Spring 2010 edition of Divorce Magazine features an article by a family court judge on the secret to a successful divorce. It is invaluable information that will help individuals prepare for, and proceed through, their divorce with less expense, stress and trauma for themselves and their children.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Annual training is mandatory for employees who generate, manage, or dispose of a RCRA hazardous waste. Training must be job-specific and cover waste management procedures such as waste classification, proper container and tank storage, manifesting, emergency response, and disposal. Failure to comply with the RCRA hazardous waste rules can result in penalties up to $37,500 per day/per violation. Effective training is the best line of defense to assure regulatory compliance.

HOUSTON, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) have stepped up enforcement to reduce undeclared and illegal hazmat shipments via airline, truck, rail, and ship, says Lion Technology. Undeclared shipments of hazardous materials are predominately aerosols and flammable liquids, as well as batteries, fireworks, dry ice, perfume products, and cigarette lighters.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Del Mar DataTrac, Inc. (DMD), the leading provider of affordable mortgage lending automation solutions, and an industry pioneer in business intelligence, document imaging and management, and loan process workflow tools, has added three lenders for DataTrac Commission. Formerly referred to as CommissionTrac, DMD's commission management tool helps lenders maintain commission accuracy, and accountability for RESPA-related fee compliance.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Allstar Coaches, Florida's leading RV rental dealer announced today that it is reducing rates for Florida RV rentals during the months of February, March and April 2010. In addition Allstar Coaches is offering all-inclusive Florida RV rental specials and reduced delivery fees for Super Bowl XLIV in Miami, Sebring and the upcoming Daytona 2010 Speedweek.

OAKLAND, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In today's flailing economy, if business owners wish to survive, they must find ways to set their services and products apart from the rest. That's just what Citizen Canine - an innovative dog daycare facility and hotel - has done. Citizen Canine has not only survived, it has thrived and continues to grow by improving its quality of care and services. In fact, this high-end dog hotel recently applied for and was awarded the highest level of dog care and customer service in the field.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Libya Expeditions, Libya's leading tour operator and travel adventure specialist, celebrates the storied tale of courage, honor, and comradeship during the Siege of Tobruk with its historic 5 day ANZAC Libya World War II Remembrance Tour. The ANZACS, an acronym for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, were renowned for their tenacious fighting spirit and courage during the World Wars, often overcoming tremendous odds to win key victories.

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jewelry Central, a leading retailer of engagement rings and fine jewelry has entered into an agreement with Nickelodeon to provide prizes for the ParentsConnect sweepstakes. Nickelodeon is the most watched television network for kids in the United States, and a division of MTV Networks and Viacom Inc. (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B). For the grand prize, one lucky contestant will receive a heart-shaped diamond and garnet necklace from Jewelry Central.

LAKE FOREST, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 3D Industries is proud to announce it has new GREEN sourcing, new technologies and services for 2010. At 3D Industries, we are always looking for new ways to bring innovation from our manufacturing network to our client's markets. 3D is working on advancing technical products that not only meet the demands of new extreme applications, but also improve upon existing designs in technical apparel and soft goods.

MADISON, Conn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CT Bed Bug Dogs announces this week the launch of a new business serving Connecticut residents and businesses. It's important to note that this sheriff does not wear a gun - he wears a dog collar! More specifically, Ruby, Pasha and Willie are adorable rescue dogs who have been highly trained and certified to find these critters wherever they are hiding which allows an immediate and focused extermination effort based on their findings.

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Backbone Security is pleased to announce the latest version of their Steganography Application Fingerprint Database (SAFDB) is now available. SAFDB is the world's largest commercially available hash set exclusive to digital steganography applications. The database is widely used by US and international law enforcement agencies; the intelligence community; and private sector computer forensic examiners.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EASEUS Partition Master, which is recognized as a reliable partitioning tool, now includes Partition Recovery Wizard version 5.0.1, a more comprehensive solution for partition recovery. With Partition Recovery Wizard, EASEUS Partition Master 5.0.1 extends its portfolio of partition management towards a more accomplished partition solution with three main features: Partition Manager, Partition Recovery and Disk and Partition Copy.

STACY, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FlexShift Software, Inc., an innovator in Web-based staffing solutions, today announced the launch of FlexShift, a comprehensive solution to help companies strategically manage a wide array of staffing issues. And, companies do not need to purchase any software or hardware. It's a secured staffing solution that's accessible via the Web. Additionally, there are no accompanying contracts or IT expenses. All that's needed is a computer, a browser and Internet connection.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whether it's text donations, celebrity telethons, or gifts of food and clothing, Americans' generous giving and support to relief efforts in Haiti has been front and center in the headlines. To make the most of your earthquake relief donations and take advantage of the special tax breaks freshly enacted by Congress, consider these tips provided by the American Institute of Certified Tax Coaches, Inc.

LONG ISLAND, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It is no secret that our country is in the worst economic crisis in recent history. There are many challenges being faced within our local communities. Families are surviving on tighter budgets, companies are streamlining and downsizing and governments are looking at how to balance their budgets and decrease spending. According to the Long Island Presidents' Council, in a few months, school districts will be planning their own budgets and looking for community support.