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GROTON, Conn., Jan. 13, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Last year, Chelsea Groton Bank and its Foundation provided more than $1 Million to non-profit organizations in our communities. The Foundation recently approved $405,820 in grants to 68 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island, which put the full year's giving total above the $1 Million mark for the first time ever. (*UPDATED*)

MESA, Ariz., Jan. 12, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Edupoint Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for student information and learning management, awarded technology grants to six client districts as part of the inaugural Synergy Achievement Awards in November. The recipients were selected based on the impact of their nominated initiatives and announced at the company's Virtual Week event in November.

DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., Jan. 12, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pap Corps' Board of Directors is proud to announce that Sally Berenzweig, M.A., M.Ed, has been appointed the new CEO of the 68-year old South Florida nonprofit which raises funds for cancer research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 11, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aligned Technology Solutions (ATS), a top ranked managed IT services provider headquartered in the Washington DC Region, is pleased to announce the CMMC-AB, has approved it as an RPO. This achievement officially marks the entry of ATS into the CMMC ecosystem and is part of the firm's ongoing expansion of offerings to defense contractors and clients seeking assistance with CMMC.

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 11, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stack Sports, the largest and fastest-growing provider of sports technology, today announced a five-year extension of its strategic partnership with PA West Soccer, the governing body for US Youth Soccer in Western Pennsylvania.

TACOMA, Wash., Jan. 11, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The RPM Foundation, a member of America's Automotive Trust, is proud to announce that they have joined forces with The Great Race. RPM will work with the Great Race to administer their X-Cup Grants, Scott Henderson X-Cup Scholarship Awards, and the new X-Cup Team Choice Award.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Jan. 12, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders is proud to announce they raised $39,000 for local charities during their 15th Annual Holiday Fundraising Program. The Pompano Beach-based general contractor provided over $5,000 worth of gifts for Toys for Tots to distribute and delivered checks to esteemed nonprofits.

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 11, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- While some patients diagnosed with Clostridioides difficile (C. diff., C. difficile, CDI) believe they have run into clinical trial roadblocks, due to the recent focus on the pandemic, the C Diff Foundation wants them to know they are not out of options. Safe and active clinical trials continue.

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Jan. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Indiana 5G Zone is hosting its first Quarterly Innovation Event on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at 1 p.m. EST. This virtual event will consist of several of the nation's top 5G experts discussing the industry and a variety of other 5G-related topics. The event is free and open to the public.

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Jan. 8, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ViewTech Borescopes concluded 2020 with a 4th quarter, year-over-year, gain in sales. Two organizations that finalized their calendar year by adding a ViewTech VJ-3 video borescope to their maintenance and inspection protocols were a direct steam injection company and an oriented strand board manufacturer.

DENVER, Colo., Sept. 8, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Visit NRF 2021 Chapter One next week and meet with the Kiosk Association. The dates are January 12-14, 19, 21 and 22, 2021. The Kiosk Association (KMA) is the global organization focused on improving self-service for customers and employees through kiosks, digital signage, lockers, and more.

STATE COLLEGE, Pa., Jan. 8, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EnergyCAP, Inc. (ECI) is pleased to announce that its EnergyCAP® energy management information solution (EMIS) has been granted an Authorization to Operate (ATO) under the U.S. Government's FedRAMP program and is now an authorized participant in the FedRAMP Marketplace. The U.S. Department of State granted the ATO and is now the first EnergyCAP client in the FedRAMP environment.

RALEIGH, N.C., Jan. 8, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sokal, a full-service automotive advertising agency, announced today that Jason Jones has joined the company as the Chief Technology Officer. Sokal is an award-winning, full-service advertising agency that specializes in digital marketing and dealership services.

MANDEVILLE, La. and RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 7, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sunpro Solar, a leading provider of solar energy and battery storage in the U.S., announced its most recent expansion to Virginia. The company's expansion to Virginia will help satisfy the demand for lower electricity bills and to create more renewable energy jobs.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 8, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DDK & Company, LLP, an accounting, tax, and consulting firm, announced on January 1 that Sze Man Tam has been promoted to Partner. In her new role, Sze will be leading DDK's Audit department, helping clients grow and improve their businesses, and developing DDK's next generation.

BELLEVUE, Wash., Jan. 7, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Agent Review which serves insurance agents and those needing insurance, announces the creation of the Technology Awareness series. These informational alerts can make agents significantly more valuable to their clients, according to Bryan Foos, Agent Review's Operations Manager.

MIAMI, Fla., Jan. 7, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Platinum Deluxe® cosmetics introduces an eight-piece Platinum Collection which was co-created with Shmuel Ovadia, founder of The Platinum Deluxe®, to celebrate beauty rituals inspired by the transformative quality of crystals. Jennifer T pioneered The Platinum Deluxe as a community dedicated to creating everyday magic for the modern mystic.

ADDISON, Texas, Jan. 7, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) announced today it has promoted former National Support and Training Director Jemma Pachiano to Chief Operating Officer (COO).

GUANGZHOU, Hong Kong, Jan. 7, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On August 28, 2020, Guangzhou Doorfold Partition Wall Co., Ltd. ("Doorfold Partition Wall") is the successful tenderer for movable partition walls to be installed to the convention & exhibition center of China-Singapore Guangzhou Knowledge City.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TransFamily Support Services (transfamilysos.org) today announced a milestone victory in the organization's mission to build a world where all genders are accepted and treated equally.

RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Connected Solutions Group, LLC (CSG), a national leader in wireless hardware deployment and services, today announced that it has reached Elite Partner status with Cradlepoint, a global leader in cloud-delivered LTE and 5G wireless network edge solutions for branch, mobile, and IoT networks.

AMARILLO, Texas, Jan. 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Airport officials at the Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport today unveiled the Airport's new corporate image piece "Taking Flight, Experience Amarillo." The new corporate image piece is the latest in the Airport's on-going aviation and non-aviation business development initiative in conjunction with its community partnership, Taking Flight - Amarillo.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 7, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Does the Recently Passed COVID Relief Bill Threaten Your Retirement? According to Dennis Tubbergen, a partner with Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, that question is not as crazy as you may be thinking it is.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Jan. 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In September 2020, Robert Mapleton, owner, RPM Energy Consulting, LLC performed an independent study at an Extended Stay America hotel to determine the effect of cleaning the coils of the hotel's guestroom packaged terminal air conditioner (PTAC) units on cooling energy usage. The test was used to determine whether Fibercare PTAC cleaning service results in lower energy costs.

ST. LOUIS, Mo., Jan. 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- From schools and restaurants to healthcare facilities and airports, management is working to find solutions to minimize viral spread by providing cleaner and safer restrooms for their visitors and employees. And, StallStash is working to meet that demand.

MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., Jan. 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mopec, the nationwide leader in pathology, anatomy, mortuary and necropsy equipment and supplies, announced a new all-inclusive cold storage container system available on a monthly rental basis to provide morgues, funeral homes, and healthcare organizations with increased decedent refrigeration capacity.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Jan. 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Awair, the San Francisco-based startup that makes Indoor Air Quality monitoring and software solutions for home and commercial spaces, has received a major strategic investment from Emerson (NYSE: EMR). Emerson is a leader in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) controls industry, as well as the creator of the highly-rated smart thermostat, Emerson Sensi.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As more and more businesses, schools and other public indoor spaces prepare to open up, they're working to not only be effective, but compliant too. Forensics Detectors works to solve both challenges with the recent launch of its first carbon dioxide (CO2) monitors for COVID-19 preparedness planning.

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we live, operate and interact. And for many gym aficionados, it's taken a toll on the activity they enjoy most. That is now changing, thanks to Social Gym Club - a new and innovative virtual gym that allows users to get fit, have fun, and socialize.

ROSELAND, N.J., Jan. 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The SUDC Foundation applauds final passage of Scarlett's Sunshine on Sudden Unexpected Death Act. This legislation was introduced by U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Johnny Isakson (R-GA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Doug Jones (D-AL) and Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and U.S. Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04), Tom Cole (OK-04) and Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03).

CRESTWOOD, Ky., Jan. 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vibrant Med, a medical aesthetics practice near Louisville, Kentucky, recently introduced a new option for adults to obtain a more youthful-looking face without traditional facelift surgery thanks to the introduction of the V-YOUth injectable facelift.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Jan. 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In 2020 Michael Moore challenged incumbent Democrat Ilhan Omar for Minnesota's fifth congressional district. Moore was the only U.S. congressional candidate in the country facing both a Republican and Democratic candidate who received more than 9% of the general election vote. Today Moore's campaign announced they will again challenge Omar.

MARIETTA, Ga., Jan. 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Due to overwhelming response, World of Illumination's Candy Rush drive-through light show is being extended through January 24, 2021. The remix edition is reimagined for the new year with brand new music. The event will continue to take place at Six Flags White Water in Marietta.

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., Jan. 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "There is no excuse for single use," claims Danielle Alura, Elite Miss Pennsylvania. With all the various ways we create waste in our daily lives, our businesses, and our government, the tourism industry is one of the most wasteful veins of our society. While hotels have many ways they create waste, Danielle Alura decided to focus on the plastic waste we luxuriously call toiletries; the little convenient bottles we love to use, toss and forget about.

LEHI, Utah, Jan. 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform connecting loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, has received a follow-on investment of $108 million in Series B funding led by global venture-capital and private-equity firm Insight Partners.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Jan. 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ARRS, formerly known as Alabama Remodeling and Restoration Services, has launched its new website. With the launch of the new website, ARRS aims to better serve customers by providing them with easy access to the information they need regarding plumbing, HVAC, and remodeling services.

STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich., Jan. 4, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Microcide® Inc. a leading Michigan based biotechnology company, today announced the test results of its COVID-19 faster virus killing range of products, PRO-SAN® Cleaner sanitizer, SILKY-SOFT® hand sanitizer, and DENTORAL® mouthwash.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 4, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ReverseVision®, the leading national provider of Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) and private reverse mortgage sales and origination technology, announced the promotion of its president Joe Langner to president and chief executive officer. In this expanded role, Langner will lead ReverseVision's mission to empower America's seniors to use home equity as part of retirement finance.

ATHENS, Ga., Jan. 1, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree today launched a new visual identity designed to reflect its mission of empowering consumers and lenders with a transparent view of borrower financial DNA. In tandem with the brand launch, FormFree unveiled a new website that speaks to both consumer and lender audiences about how its AccountChek and Passport solutions enable better financial decisions.

LEHI, Utah, Jan. 1, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SimpleNexus, developer of the leading digital mortgage platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced enterprise account executive Suzy Djilas earned a 2021 Utah Business Magazine SAMY Award for Sales Professional of the Year.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 29, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The BioBuilder Educational Foundation announced that they are to partner with the Niswonger Foundation on their award of an "Education Innovation and Research" (EIR) Grant from the U.S. Department of Education that will focus on educational opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

BALTIMORE, Md., Jan. 1, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- REVÖ Mag is providing an excellent opportunity to people and brands who want to be featured on the cover. Renowned celebrity photographer Terrell Edmonds has introduced this amazing magazine named REVÖ Mag with a team of enthusiastic and creative people.

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Dec. 29, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NineTwelve Announces the Grand Opening of the Indiana 5G Zone, a virtual and onsite practical innovation lab. NineTwelve's 5G laboratory in downtown Indianapolis means significant speed and quantum encryption are possible for technologists, businesses, and visitors throughout Indiana and its worldwide network.

ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 29, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alliance Group announced the 2021 class of Living Benefits Ambassadors team as part of their fourth annual Living Benefits Awareness Month campaign. The Ambassadors will head up local grassroots campaigns to spread education and awareness for Living Benefits Awareness Month in January 2021.

PONTE VEDRA, Fla., Dec. 29, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The new Curamei platform seeks to improve quality of care by putting patients at the center of the exchange of health data with providers, overcoming the challenges of fragmentation. Almost universally, receiving high-quality affordable healthcare is recognized as an expensive and inconvenient affair.

MIDVALE, Utah, Dec. 28, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The rest of the year, Aeroscape is an award-winning property maintenance and landscape design company, but during the winter, Aeroscape becomes your commercial snow removal specialists ready to take on even the biggest winter storms. (UPDATED)

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 28, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today Smart Game Booster, a professional developer of PC game boosting utility, today released Smart Game Booster 5. The new version can efficiently maximize FPS to enhance computer performance and optimize the PC system for a better gaming experience.

PALO ALTO, Calif., Dec. 22, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fanplayr, a leader in online behavioral personalization, announced it has acquired Jamu Incorporated, a reseller and development firm based in Tokyo, Japan. The acquisition represents the fulfillment of a long-term relationship between Fanplayr and Jamu Inc.

FORT WORTH, Texas, Dec. 22, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fort Worth-based company United States Mask is on a mission to make the holidays a little brighter and safer for community members who need it the most. At 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 22, the United States Mask team will donate more than a thousand N95 particulate respirators to the Salvation Army of North Texas.

DAYTON, Ohio, Dec. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SV Diagnostic Lab LLC, one of Ohio's leading diagnostic testing laboratories, has recently expanded its widespread COVID-19 testing beyond only high-priority individuals presenting with symptoms of the novel coronavirus, but also to now provide much-needed increased testing capacity.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the Internet of Things (IoT) transforms the way the world works, businesses have to keep pace, says TechAhead Corporation. With the launch of Fuzon.io, their new website, Fuzon helps them do exactly that.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced that Senior Trader, Sarah Hellman, was selected as one of the finalists for San Diego Business Journal's 2020 Business Women of the Year.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- UltFone has proudly announced amazing UltFone iOS Data Manager giveaway for Christmas 2020. Moreover, UltFone has also announced several promotional campaigns, including Giveaway, Flash Sales and 60% OFF Deals.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EaseUS, a leading software company with 16 years of experience, today launches an easy-to-use yet lightweight screen recorder named EaseUS RecExperts for users to capture screen on Mac. With it, users now can not only record PC screen, but also record Mac screen as well.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PassFab has proudly announced that it will be celebrating this Christmas with amazing new giveaways. PassFab aims at celebrating Christmas 2020 and welcoming New Year 2021 with license giveaways, discounts, and promotional activities.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ReverseVision®, the leading national provider of Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) and private reverse mortgage sales and origination technology, announced that PROGRESS in Lending Association has honored company Vice President of Sales and Marketing Wendy Peel with its Trailblazers award.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tenorshare and HitPaw have recently announced that the two companies are celebrating this Christmas 2020 and New Year with amazing giveaways. Tenorshare celebrate this Christmas and New Year with promotional activities, which include giveaways, 6-in-1 Bundle, 70% Discount Deals, and Free Orders.

HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arroyo Energy Investors, the Houston-based, independent infrastructure investment firm with a footprint in North and Latin America, today announced it closed three large refinancings totaling $821 million during the COVID-19 pandemic.

SAINT PAUL PARK, Minn., Dec. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SIMEK'S has been a holiday tradition for generations, so while this holiday season may feel different, it doesn't have to taste different. SIMEK'S has compiled their favorite holiday recipes using both their Premium Meatballs and All-Natural Lasagnas.

RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Automotive Group of Raleigh has once again opened wide its generous arms through their Capital Cares program. Between November 1 and December 15, 2020, a portion of all their vehicle sales at 12 participating Capital locations was given to benefit the local Salvation Army in Raleigh. A total of $46,840 was raised.

HONG KONG, Dec. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iCareAll Co., Limited has recently launched upgraded version of its star program - portable freeware iCare Data Recovery Free that is able to recover unlimited data at no cost, which means users may directly use this portable freeware on a removable usb stick without installation.

CHICAGO, Ill., Dec. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cgaga Software, the professional audio-visual software provider, today officially unveiled the latest edition of Fotosifter which offers the easy and smart solution to manage and edit photos. It has made significant improvements on its performance and user experience comparing to the previous version.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Citizen Music Group wants you to know and follow Christopher "YUNG Citizen" Williams, Charlotte (N.C.) native, and you will discover someone deeply passionate and committed to raising awareness to the injustices and social inequities that exist in society today.

CUMBERLAND, Maine, Dec. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Is there a connection between the number of lightning death reports and the COVID-19 pandemic? The National Lightning Safety Council (NLSC) is trying to find out. Amidst uncertainty surrounding the accurate (actual recorded) number of strike deaths in the U.S., members of the NLSC are wondering if the pandemic could be a factor in the reporting of lightning deaths in 2020.

SAN JUAN, P.R., Dec. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Covid-19 Pandemic has almost entirely destroyed some sectors of the economy, such as hospitality, recreational activities and entertainment events. Musicians, dancers, and artists in general are part of those sectors that today see their economic opportunities reduced to almost zero, says World Dance Group.