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China grants Web mapping licences to 31 firms Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 9:49AMBEIJING : China has granted licences to 31 companies to provide Web mapping services in the world's biggest online market, an official said Thursday, but many foreign firms including Google have yet to apply.
September Interest Rates Down for GRATs, Sales to Defective Grantor Trusts, Intra-Family Loans and Split Interest ... Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 9:28AMThe September applicable federal rate ("AFR") for use with estate planning techniques such as CRTs, CLTs, QPRTs and GRATs is 2.4%. That is lower than the August rate of 2.6% which, until then, had been the lowest rate so far this year.
L'Oreal USA Convenes Congressional Briefing on Issues Affecting Women in Science Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 9:24AMNew national research reveals that the vast majority -- a whopping 98 percent -- of female scientists know a female colleague who left the field because she could not overcome the professional barriers she encountered.
Recovery: 2 years since Ike Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 9:17AMIt will be two years Monday since Hurricane Ike forced its way ashore near Galveston, with 110-miles-per-hour winds and a 12-foot storm surge that resulted in damages estimated at $32 billion in Southeast Texas.
Kilili: $1M health reform act funds for the CNMI Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 9:05AMWASHINGTON, D.C.-U.S. Rep. Gregorio Kilili C. Sablan announced yesterday that $1 million in federal funds are now available to the Northern Mariana Islands to help the Commonwealth government protect consumers from unreasonable increases in their health insurance premiums.
Council OKs base reuse grant bids Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 9:00AMBRUNSWICK — Kestrel Aircraft Co. president and chief executive officer Alan Klapmeier told the Brunswick Town Council on Tuesday night that “we don’t have any plans to do a UAV (drone aircraft)” as part of the startup firm’s plan to launch a composite aircraft-building operation in town.
2011 PR Grants Available for Not-for-Profit Organizations Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 8:43AMSTRATFORD, CT.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CyberAlert, the worldwide media monitoring company, will award up to 20 PR grants to not-for-profit organizations. The grants consist of media monitoring services for one year.
Superintendent supports new Montessori charter school Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:11AMThe proposed Carroll Creek Montessori Charter School moved one step closer to becoming reality this week with the conditional support of Frederick County Schools Superintendent Linda D. Burgee.
Housing developers want Vineland council to OK grant application Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 3:17AMVINELAND -- The owners of a stalled East Vineland residential development are seeking the city's support to pursue a state affordable housing grant.
Council forms plan to fund sewer work Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 3:14AMManor officials are trying to line up millions of dollars of funding to pay for repairs to the borough sewer system. read more »
China grants map licenses; Google,Bing out of race Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 3:12AMA dozen state-owned local research institute or mapping bureaus, obtained a class-A license from State Bureau of Surveying and Mapping.
Farmers can get share of £4m planting cash Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 3:00AMThuersday, 9am - THE Forestry Commission is offering farmers in the Horncastle area a share of a £4 million grant - if they plant trees on their land.
N.J. attorney general reviewing consultant in Race to the Top application error Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 2:59AMNew Jersey's attorney general has started a review of the consulting firm that was paid more than $500,000 to help prepare the state's two unsuccessful applications for $400 million in federal Race to the Top educational grants.
US Air Force Medical Service Grants Shipcom - Healthcare Solutions Authority to Operate (ATO) under the Defense ... Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 4:00AMShipcom, a leading global provider of enterprise and healthcare solutions, announced today they have been granted Authority to Operate under the DoD Information Assurance Accreditation and Certification Process.
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Chinese school names director Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 2:31AMHADLEY - The co-founder of the Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School has been hired again to be the executive director of the school following a second search.
Consumer, Health and Family Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 1:28AMWelcome to this week's edition of Health Alert. The Health Alert is transmitted on Monday of each week (unless there is a public holiday on Monday). Health Alert is a summary of the critical judgments, legislation, press releases and news items which have come to our attention each week.
State reviews help on grants Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 1:20AMThe state Attorney General's Office on Tuesday said it is reviewing the contract of a consultant paid more than $500,000 to help New Jersey through two rounds of competition for federal education funding, as lawmakers called for more details about the company's involvement in the failed bids for up to $400 million.
US stem-cell chaos felt abroad Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 11:21AMCourt ruling endangers international partnerships.
FDA Grants Market Clearance for Erchonia's Zerona Laser Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 10:30AMProven Safe and Effective for Circumference Reduction of the Waist, Hips and Thighs
Extra patrols looking for drunk drivers Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:50AML’Observateur LAPLACE – State and local law enforcement officials hope a new tactic might discourage more drivers from getting behind the wheel after indulging in alcoholic beverages this holiday weekend.
How much will the new school term cost you? Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 6:13AMIt's the start of the new term next week and with it comes a big bill for families with parents now having to face soaring costs to send their children back to school.
Reading between lines in One Book program Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:12AMOne Book/One Denver is back in its seventh incarnation but don't expect much excitement over the selection of Kathryn Stockett's "The Help" for this year's city book. After all, the novel has been on the New York Times best-seller list for 72 weeks and it's a good bet that everyone in Denver likely to read a book has already finished this one.
OFF THE WATERFRONT: Grant money directed to more than just one part of Kingston Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:07AMWHEN THE subject of applying for grant money is broached by Kingston lawmakers, a recurring question is mumbled by someone in the group.
Town officials ready to go green Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:02AMWESTMINSTER -- Town officials took a crucial first step toward the "green community" goal on Friday. Determined not to miss out two years in a row, the Energy Advisory Committee said they were committed to making sure their application for a
Exelon hopes Schuylkill River project becomes permanent Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 5:34AMGrants for projects aimed at improving the quality of water in the Schuylkill River were announced Monday — four days before a quasi-federal agency meets to consider the fate of a nuclear power plant project which some argue could degrade the quality of that same river water.
School funding aid set Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 3:41AMTwenty-eight school districts south of Boston that agreed to a list of educational initiatives in the state’s application for federal Race to the Top funds will share in the Commonwealth’s $250 million windfall. Boston - School district - Race to the Top - United States - Commonwealth of Nations
Sterling Ranch unveils latest plans Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 3:02AMThe Sterling Ranch development in northwest Douglas County unveiled its latest plan for a 3,400-acre community that aims to set a new standard for private development.
Cost to the economy Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 2:53AMThe country’s worst floods, which submerged almost one-fifth of its area, displaced nearly 20 million people and destroyed standing crops over vast areas, have hit the economy hard.
Health briefs for Sept. 1 Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 2:41AMChildren's dental clinic receives grant Give Kids a Smile, a nonprofit agency based in St. Peters that provides dental care to uninsured and underserved children, has received a $100,000 grant from the Missouri Foundation for Health.
Middlesex County offers $5,000 grants to help cops curb bias crime Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:44PMMIDDLESEX COUNTY — Middlesex County is offering $5,000 grants for police agencies to develop education and prevention programs to fight bias crimes.
Sun TV News wants mandatory spot on cable Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:21PMQuebecor has asked the federal broadcast regulator to oblige cable and satellite networks to carry its proposed all-news channel Sun TV News as part of their basic plans for the first few years after its licence is approved.
Check it out: Art Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:10PMThe City of Wenatchee Arts Commission Community Art Support Grant Program is accepting applications for grants to any organization promoting art programming within city limits. Applicants are eligible to receive up to $1,500 in grant money.
IAC announces workshops Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:01PMThe Iowa Arts Council will present five grant workshops and hold two Office on the Road sessions this fall and winter for Iowa artists and arts organizations.
Third time the charm for crime grants? Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:00PMStaff writer The third round of grants aimed at crime prevention in Alberta communities is up for grabs, and Wetaskiwin's Citizen's for a Safe and Healthy Community is adding its name to the list. Despite being turned down for funding through the past two rounds, group chairman Ald.[...]
Council to seek grants for Finnegan fix Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:57PMFinnegan Lane stinks, and Angels Camp officials want to fix it. The problem is that the city doesn’t have the cash to do it. At the Aug. 20 meeting of the city’s Infrastructure/Facilities Committee, ideas were tossed around as to how to raise money to fix the problem.
FAFSA provides record refunds Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:52PMThe Free Application for Federal Student Aid makes it easy for students to apply for and receive assistance, but exactly how does that alarming $3,000 check get spent? A few UNCA students spoke out about their student loans and the responsibility that comes with it.
Delta Arts Alliance awarded grant Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:22PMCleveland’s Delta Arts Alliance has been awarded a $13,050 grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission. “We submitted an application for the grant, which was very competitive,” said Claudia Woods, executive director. “The funding we’re receiving will help out a lot.”
Harry Winston Diamond Corporation reports Second Quarter Results: Strong increase in sales and earnings Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:01PMHarry Winston Diamond Corporation today announced its second quarter results for the period ending July 31, 2010.
Bloomington supports grant application to help county panel Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 6:01PMBLOOMINGTON -- The Bloomington City Council has given itssupport to a grant application that will help the McLean CountyRegional Planning Commission seek federal money.
Rendell disappointed by federal grant rejection Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:40PMHARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Gov. Ed Rendell on Tuesday blamed Pennsylvania's loss in the second round of the federal "Race to the Top" educational grant competition on shortcomings in the state's path for midcareer professionals to become teachers and inadequate support for linking teacher pay and tenure to performance. Rendell said he was "very disappointed" that the state finished in 18th place as ...
Fair 79° Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:35PMThis page is from the Kenosha News, with particular emphasis on news about the Kenosha, Wisconsin area.
RI, Mass. win federal 'Race To The Top' funds Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:32PMRhode Island and Massachusetts are picked to receive money in the second round of the federal education grants.
Application seminar Saturday for arts grants Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:04PMThe ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes will hold a grant application seminar at 10 a.m. Saturday for artists and not-for-profit organizations.
Mindoro library relocates to Farmington Town Hall Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 7:24AMThe Mindoro Community Library has moved to its new location at the northwest corner of Farmington Town Hall on Highway 108 in downtown Mindoro.
Archimedes Pharma US Announces New US Headquarters In Bedminster, New Jersey Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 6:52AM- Actively recruiting top talent to support US market penetration -READING, England and BEDMINSTER, ...
Schools launch software app to ease communal webcasting for education Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 6:46AMUC Berkeley, ETH Zurich, the University of Osnabruck and the University of Saskatchewan have launched an open source software application to more easily record and distribute rich media educational content over the Internet. Dubbed Matterhorn 1.0, the application can record lectures, publish video to the Web and enhance students' engagement with educational videos.
Archimedes Pharma US Announces New US Headquarters In Bedminster, New Jersey Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 6:17AMArchimedes Pharma, an emerging specialty pharma company focused on oncology, pain, neurology and critical care sectors, announced today the location of its new US headquarters in Bedminster, New Jersey.
Soligenix Announces Award of $1.2 Million FDA Orphan Products Development Grant Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 6:00AMSoligenix, Inc. , a late-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced today that it has been awarded a three year $1.2 million clinical research grant by the Office of Orphan Products Development of the U.S.
AHRA and Toshiba Announce Third Annual Putting Patients First Program Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 5:05AMTUSTIN, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Healthcare facilities across the country are committed to providing the highest levels of patient care and safety for their communities. To help facilities build new or expand existing education and patient care initiatives, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management announces the third year of its successful Putting Patients First grant program ...