Connecticut News: Nora R. Dannehy Returns to U.S. Attorney’s Office
Connecticut (STL.News) – U.S. Attorney John H. Durham today announced that Nora R. Dannehy has returned to the U.S. Attorney’s Office and will serve as Counsel to the U.S. Attorney. Ms. Dannehy first joined the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Connecticut in 1991 and served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney until April 2008 … Continue reading Connecticut News: Nora R. Dannehy Returns to U.S. Attorney’s Office
Connecticut News: Federal Employee, SCOTT PIERSON Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Offense
Connecticut (STL.News) – John H. Durham, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that SCOTT PIERSON, 58, of Vernon, pleaded guilty today before U.S. District Judge Victor A. Bolden in Bridgeport to one count of receipt of child pornography. According to court documents and statements made in court, in March 2018, the U.S. … Continue reading Connecticut News: Federal Employee, SCOTT PIERSON Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Offense
Virginia News: ALEXANDRIA, Local Business Settles Claims it Violated Servicemember’s Rights
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (STL.News) – Lawn Doctor of Stafford-Culpepper, doing business as Beck I, LLC, has agreed to settle claims that the business and its owners violated the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) by suspending and terminating a U.S. Army Reserve soldier following his return from active duty military service. “Military reservists make … Continue reading Virginia News: ALEXANDRIA, Local Business Settles Claims it Violated Servicemember’s Rights
CFTC News: Federal Court Orders Precious Metals Dealer, Royal Metals Group, Chelsea Gless, Its Owner, to Pay More than $2.3 Million for Fraud, Misappropriation in Gold, Silver Scheme
Washington, DC (STL.News) – The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (“CFTC”) today announced that the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York entered an Order of Default Judgment (“Order”) and Permanent Injunction against Royal Metals Group, LLC (“RMG”), and its member, manager and part owner, Chelsea Gless (“Gless”) of Iowa (collectively, “defendants”) for … Continue reading CFTC News: Federal Court Orders Precious Metals Dealer, Royal Metals Group, Chelsea Gless, Its Owner, to Pay More than $2.3 Million for Fraud, Misappropriation in Gold, Silver Scheme
St Louis News: New Partner Welcomed for Animal Shelter Operations
The Department of Health enters into a contract with the Center for Animal Rescue and Enrichment STL (CARE STL) to operate the city animal shelter ST LOUIS, MO (STL.News) – The City of St. Louis Department of Health has entered into a contract with the Center for Animal Rescue and Enrichment STL (CARE STL) to … Continue reading St Louis News: New Partner Welcomed for Animal Shelter Operations
MoistureShield Introduces New CoolDeck Colors for Vision™ Composite Decking
ATLANTA/ MARCH 18, 2019 (STL.News) MoistureShield Introduces New CoolDeck Colors for Vision™ Composite Decking MoistureShield has introduced two new colors of composite decking featuring CoolDeck® technology for spring decking projects! Unveiled last month at the International Builders Show in Las Vegas, VIsion with CoolDeck minimizes heat absorption by up to 35% versus traditional capped … Continue reading MoistureShield Introduces New CoolDeck Colors for Vision™ Composite Decking
St Louis News: Missouri American Water sets out to save homeowners money on their water bills during the EPA’s Fix a Leak Week, March 18-24
ST. LOUIS, MO (STL.News) – Missouri American Water is leveraging the nationwide awareness campaign taking place during the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fix a Leak Week in order to advance local water conservation goals as well as provide a savings to homeowners, property owners and businesses in the communities it serves. The annual Fix a Leak Week … Continue reading St Louis News: Missouri American Water sets out to save homeowners money on their water bills during the EPA’s Fix a Leak Week, March 18-24
Things to Consider Before Choosing an Upholstery Cleaner
Uh oh! Looks like you’ve spilled something all over your beautifully upholstered furniture. Or maybe it’s just time for some routine maintenance and I’m being a little overdramatic. Either way, you’re here because you need some help figuring out how to go about cleaning your upholstery. Upholstery is an expensive and delicate part of … Continue reading Things to Consider Before Choosing an Upholstery Cleaner
Top U.S. Builders Revealed at Quality Built’s 2019 Awards Ceremony
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA./ MARCH 18, 2019 (STL.News) On February 19, 2019, over 185 international builders, product manufacturers, and insurance companies gathered at the Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower (“The Strat”) in Las Vegas, NV for the unveiling of this year’s QB Builder Awards winners, based on inspection data collected by Quality Built (QB) in … Continue reading Top U.S. Builders Revealed at Quality Built’s 2019 Awards Ceremony
Fordham Real Estate Institute Adds Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Finance
NEW YORK/ MARCH 18, 2019 (STL.News) The landscape of commercial real estate finance is ever-changing. The ability to properly analyze markets, evaluate income-producing properties, assess financing options, calculate investment returns, and ultimately make informed real estate investment decisions is integral to industry professionals. To help these professionals refine skills in finance and investment, the … Continue reading Fordham Real Estate Institute Adds Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Finance
Attic Construction Boasts 6 Years of Excellence
SAN DIEGO, CA (STL.News) – Joe and Yahav, founders of Attic Construction, consider themselves to be much more than your friendly neighborhood attic insulation installation business. When asked, “What makes Attic Construction special? What should people know about Attic Construction?”, their answer is simple, yet confident: “We’re good at keeping customers happy.” -Yahav The origins of … Continue reading Attic Construction Boasts 6 Years of Excellence
Evolve Social Dubbed ‘Secret Ingredient’ for Brokers and Advisors with Engel & Völkers in Florida
NAPLES, FLA./ MARCH 18, 2019 (STL.News) Engel & Völkers Florida is pleased to announce it’s progress with Evolve Social, an artificial intelligence powered digital listing advertising solution launched in partnership with Adfenix in Q4 2018. Evolve Social is quickly becoming the secret ingredient to further increasing digital property marketing campaign reach for clients. Engel … Continue reading Evolve Social Dubbed ‘Secret Ingredient’ for Brokers and Advisors with Engel & Völkers in Florida
Leader in Monthly and Vacation Rentals Integrates with American Snowbird Network
FAIRHOPE, ALA./ MARCH 18, 2019 (STL.News) The Snowbird Company, has partnered to integrate MonthlyRentalsByOwner.com, a product of sister-company Clearle Rental Niches, into it’s core ‘American Snowbird Network’ of websites. The Snowbird Company’s Founder and President, Sean Beckham said that “a huge increase in inquiries from non-Snowbird monthly vacationers through our system, was the reason … Continue reading Leader in Monthly and Vacation Rentals Integrates with American Snowbird Network
Las Vegas Realtor Terri Gamboa Shares Home-Selling Secrets
LAS VEGAS/ MARCH 18, 2019 (STL.News) The Realty One Group team leader has seen many people go it alone and sell their home without a Realtor, and explains why using a real estate professional can save them more than just a headache. Homeowners across the nation can often relate when asking themselves if they … Continue reading Las Vegas Realtor Terri Gamboa Shares Home-Selling Secrets
US Coast Guard News: Coast Guard medevacs mariner near Islamorada
KEY WEST, FL (STL.News) – The Coast Guard medevaced a 66-year-old woman who sustained a back injury after falling aboard the 26-foot research vessel, Irgo, Sunday approximately two miles south of Islamorada. Coast Guard Sector Key West watchstanders received a medevac request via VHF radio channel 16 from the Irgo crew at approximately 3:30 p.m. … Continue reading US Coast Guard News: Coast Guard medevacs mariner near Islamorada
US Coast Guard News: Coast Guard responds to vessel taking taking on water off Kings Point, N.Y.
NEW YORK (STL.News) – The Coast Guard rescued a man from a vessel taking on water near Kings Point, New York, Saturday morning. At approximately 6:50 a.m., Coast Guard Sector New York command center received notification that a 56-foot recreational boat was taking on water with one person aboard. Sector New York watchstanders issued an … Continue reading US Coast Guard News: Coast Guard responds to vessel taking taking on water off Kings Point, N.Y.
Spcial Olympics News: New Zealand Special Olympics Athletes Solidarity Amid Grief at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (STL.News) – In the wake of the deadly shootings on Friday at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, athletes from Special Olympics New Zealand and Special Olympics UAE, along with leaders of Special Olympics, gathered today at the Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi in a show of compassion and unity. … Continue reading Spcial Olympics News: New Zealand Special Olympics Athletes Solidarity Amid Grief at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
World News: Virgin Founder, Sir Richard Branson Proposes Strategy to Tackle Climate Change
LONDON (STL.News) – Sir Richard Branson has shared his vision for a Clean Energy Dividend which he hopes will tackle climate change. Writing in his blog today, amid scenes of climate change marches around the world, he states his belief that there will be an opportunity to create millions of jobs whilst also driving down … Continue reading World News: Virgin Founder, Sir Richard Branson Proposes Strategy to Tackle Climate Change
Entertainment News: Comscore Announces Official Worldwide Box Office Results for Weekend of March 17, 2019
Comscore is the Trusted Industry Partner of Film Exhibitors and Distributors Across the Globe LOS ANGELES, CA (STL.News) – Comscore today announced the official worldwide weekend box office estimates for the weekend of March 17, 2019, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted industry partner for real-time box office reporting, Comscore … Continue reading Entertainment News: Comscore Announces Official Worldwide Box Office Results for Weekend of March 17, 2019
National Guard News: Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers Deploying to Poland
ANNVILLE, PA (STL.News) – Yesterday, approximately 500 Pennsylvania National Guard (PNG) members assigned to the 3rd Squadron, 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, participated in send-off ceremonies in Milton as they prepare to mobilize this spring for deployment to Poland as part of NATO’s Enhanced Forward Presence mission. Governor Tom Wolf and Adjutant General Tony Carrelli thanked … Continue reading National Guard News: Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers Deploying to Poland
Entertainment News: Superstars Lionel Richie, Shania Twain, Snoop Dogg, More Appear at Keep Memory Alive’s 23rd Annual Power of Love® Gala
Spectacular Night of Philanthropy Raised Funds for Cleveland Clinic Nevada LAS VEGAS, NV (STL.News) – Keep Memory Alive’s 23rd annual Power of Love® gala at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, March 16 brought top artists and cultural icons Shania Twain, Snoop Dogg, Anthony Anderson, NE-YO, Anthony Mackie, Miguel, Leona Lewis, Bernie Williams, John O’Hurley, … Continue reading Entertainment News: Superstars Lionel Richie, Shania Twain, Snoop Dogg, More Appear at Keep Memory Alive’s 23rd Annual Power of Love® Gala
NAACP News: NAACP publishes “We Must Override This Veto!”
BALTIMORE, MD (STL.News) – The NAACP released the following statement: On 2-26-2019, the U.S. House of Representatives voted in favor of H. J. Res 46, a resolution to reject and nullify President Donald Trump’s declaration of an emergency so he could shift as much as $6.7 billion of previously appropriated monies away from their intended … Continue reading NAACP News: NAACP publishes “We Must Override This Veto!”
USTR News: USTR Requests First-Ever Consultations Under the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)
Washington, DC (STL.News) – The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Friday requested the first ever consultations with the Republic of Korea under the chapter on Competition-Related Matters (Chapter 16) of the United States-Republic of Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS). Through these consultations, the United States will attempt to resolve concerns regarding procedures in … Continue reading USTR News: USTR Requests First-Ever Consultations Under the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)
FEMA News: FEMA Awards $1.66 Million in Public Assistance Grants
Tallahassee, FL (STL.News) – FEMA has approved $1,659,907 to the state of Florida to assist 16 eligible applicants with reimbursement for eligible costs of emergency response and protective measures, as well as temporary facilities, for Hurricane Michael under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program. The following projects have been obligated by FEMA to the Florida Division of … Continue reading FEMA News: FEMA Awards $1.66 Million in Public Assistance Grants
FEMA News: Disaster Recovery Center Transitioning to Community Recovery Center
TALLAHASSEE, FL (STL.News) – The State/FEMA disaster recovery center in Panama City will close at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 16. At 9 a.m. Monday, March 18, a Community Recovery Center will open in the same location, the Bay County Public Library. The purpose of the Community Recovery Center is to encourage and support a localized, community-based … Continue reading FEMA News: Disaster Recovery Center Transitioning to Community Recovery Center
Arizona News: Trade With Mexico, Canada On The Rise
PHOENIX, AZ (STL.News) – According to new data released by the United States Census Bureau, Arizona’s bilateral trade with its North American trading partners jumped in 2018 — reversing a downward trend of recent years. Trade with Mexico increased 7.7 percent from 2017 to 2018 to a total of $16.7 billion while trade with Canada … Continue reading Arizona News: Trade With Mexico, Canada On The Rise
U.S. Marshals Service News: Marshals and Springfield Police Department Arrest Vermont Fugitive, Kyle Michael Stevens
Burlington, VT (STL.News) – The U.S. Marshals Service and the Springfield Police Department arrested a fugitive who had an active Vermont arrest warrant, dating back to December 2018. Kyle Michael Stevens, 29, of Springfield, Vermont was arrested on March 12, 2019 when approached by Deputy U.S. Marshals and the Springfield Police Department. On February 26, … Continue reading U.S. Marshals Service News: Marshals and Springfield Police Department Arrest Vermont Fugitive, Kyle Michael Stevens
US Customs and Border Protection News: Nogales BP Agents Stop Smuggling Attempt
TUCSON, AZ (STL.News) – Nogales Border Patrol agents arrested two U.S. citizens attempting to smuggle two Mexican nationals through the Interstate 19 immigration checkpoint Wednesday. Agents working in the primary lanes referred the driver of a Mitsubishi sedan for additional immigration inspection. After questioning, agents determined the two rear seat passengers, a Mexican national male … Continue reading US Customs and Border Protection News: Nogales BP Agents Stop Smuggling Attempt
US Customs and Border Patrol News: Douglas CBP Officers Intercept Marijuana Load
TUCSON, AZ (STL.News) – US Customs and Border Protection officers at the Raul Hector Castro Port of Entry in Douglas prevented an Arizona man from smuggling 157 pounds of marijuana into the United States Wednesday. Officers referred a 20-year-old man for further inspection of his Saturn SUV after a CBP narcotics detection canine alerted to … Continue reading US Customs and Border Patrol News: Douglas CBP Officers Intercept Marijuana Load
Border Patrol News: Del Rio Sector Border Patrol Agents Arrest Sex Offender-Mexican National Previously Deported
DEL RIO, TX (STL.News) – U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Rocksprings Station arrested a convicted sex offender in Rocksprings, Thursday. On Mar. 14, Rocksprings agents arrested a 26-year-old Mexican national after he illegally entered the United States. Records checks revealed he has an extensive criminal history, including a conviction in Seattle in 2011 … Continue reading Border Patrol News: Del Rio Sector Border Patrol Agents Arrest Sex Offender-Mexican National Previously Deported