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Business

Celebrate Veterans Day and Receive $10 off your Order

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Veterans Day is the time of year when we show our friends and family members how much we appreciate their service in the armed forces.

Deer Park, NY, November 08, 2012 – Veterans Day is the time of year when we show our friends and family members how much we appreciate their service in the armed forces. Some Americans actually believe that Veterans Day is the day that the United States sets aside to pay homage to those in the military who died as a result of wounds sustained during combat or battle. That is simply not the case. Memorial Day is the day that American’s honor fallen heroes.

Veterans Day honors all American Veterans that are dead and living. Veterans Day is intended to thank veterans for their loyal and dedicated service, and every year on November 11, people all over American let veterans know how much they appreciate the sacrifices that have been made.

This Veterans Day celebrate with Flags Connections and present your friend or family member with Flag Cases, medal, and certificate cases, Flag and Pedestal Display Cases. Military Shadow Boxes, Decorative Banner Flags and much more. Flags Connections also has a huge selection of Challenge Coin Holders, medal display cases and retirement gifts for your favorite Military Vet.

The high quality merchandise that is available from Flags Connections is like nothing else on the internet, and below are just some of the reasons why.

· Same day shipping on most in-stock merchandise although some restrictions may apply.

· Hundreds of Flag Cases, Shadow Boxes and Military Display Cases Available..

· Shop 24 hours a day seven days a week.

· Live customer service representatives available to take your calls or emails.

Flags Connections is the only place you need to shop for the highest quality Veterans Day gifts on the web and is different because

· Every display case that you buy for Veterans Day is solid wood

· The glass in every shadow box and flag case has an elegant look with its beveled edge

· Clients are able to choose from hundreds of design options for every branch of the military

· Every shadow box has eye appeal with ornate edging and classic design

Flags Connections has the largest selection of American flags and flag cases in the world with Flag cases handcrafted by veterans. The American made flag cases are high quality and incredibly affordable with discount prices.

Celebrate Veterans Day with your friends and loved ones and Flags Connections on November 11, and receive a $10.00 discount when you use discount code 10vet.

Contact:
David Elgavisch
Flags Connections
1940 deer Park Ave Suite 372
Deer Park, NY 11729
631-254-8393
info@flagsconnections.com
http://www.flagsConnections.com

Education

Frequently Asked Questions About the SAT Answered

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Veritas Prep’s Shaan Patel Answers Five of the Most Commonly Asked Questions About How to Smartly Prepare For the SAT

Malibu, California, November 07, 2012 – Do you have questions about the SAT? You’re not alone. For many students and families, the SAT is daunting. To help answer many of the most common questions about the SAT test, Shaan Patel, a perfect SAT score recipient and Director of SAT Programs at Veritas Prep, identified the five questions he’s most frequently asked and offers responses below:

Why do smart students struggle with the SAT?
The SAT is very different than the tests students take in their high school classes, but many think that if they are a solid A student, they don’t need to prepare for the SAT. That overconfidence is the number one reason students who normally do well academically post disappointing scores the first time they take the exam. The SAT rewards the prepared and it is absolutely an exam students can master with effective SAT prep. Students that spend time learning and practicing key strategies, reviewing grammar rules and vocabulary and taking practice tests will be much better positioned for success on test day.

For students applying to competitive colleges and universities, is your GPA or SAT score more important?
When admissions officers look at GPA and SAT scores, only one is a standardized measure: the SAT. Grade point average has a high level of variability from school to school, which means it isn’t a consistent or standard measure with which to compare or evaluate applicants. So when it comes to college admissions, the four hours you spend taking the SAT is more important than the 4,000 hours you spend working on your GPA. Given that, whether you take an SAT course or prep on your own, you need to put considerable effort into preparing for the exam.

When is the best time to take the SAT?
While many consider spring of junior year the best time to take the SAT, Veritas Prep actually recommends that students first take the exam during the winter of their junior year. The reason is simple – timing. Students that wait until spring of their junior year are preparing for the SAT, finals and often AP exams as well. Add in sports, extracurricular activities and a job, and that is a lot to handle. The best plan is to take the SAT in the winter when you have more time to dedicate to SAT preparation. A common argument is that you should wait to take the SAT until after you’ve completed algebra II, but the truth is, if you prep properly you’ll have command of the strategies you need to correctly solve SAT math questions, not to mention the rest of the exam.

What’s the biggest misconception about the SAT?
The SAT is an unknown to a lot of people, so there are actually lots of misconceptions. The biggest misconception is that high school or AP classes are preparation enough for the SAT. Unfortunately, that just isn’t true. While AP classes can help on the SAT Subject tests, overall, the average high school curriculum is not designed with standardized college entrance exams in mind. The SAT tests different skills than what you learn in high school, and some properties of the exam even contradict what your teachers may have taught you. For example, English teachers emphasize quality over quantity when it comes to writing essays; however, on the SAT, the more you write on the essay, the higher you score. To get ready for the SAT, you’ll have to spend time preparing specifically for the exam in addition to your regular high school coursework.

What is the best piece of advice you can give to students preparing for the SAT?
Practice, and practice only with official College Board SAT practice tests. The best way to prepare for the exam is to use questions produced by the folks who created it. The College Board releases a question of the day that you can sign up to receive by email, as well as makes several tests available at little or no cost. A College Board SAT practice test is also among the free SAT resources Veritas Prep offers on its website.

Patel improved his SAT score from 1760 to a perfect 2400, earned more than $237,000 in scholarships and co-authored the Veritas Prep SAT 2400 program, which is available as a classroom course, live online, on demand in high definition or in private SAT tutoring sessions. Additionally, McGraw-Hill recently published his book, “SAT 2400 in Just 7 Steps.”

For more information, visit www.veritasprep.com/sat.

About Veritas Prep
Veritas Prep is the world’s largest privately-owned provider of test prep and admissions consulting services. It offers industry-leading programs to help applicants improve standardized test scores and gain admission to the world’s most selective universities. Founded in 2002 by graduates of the Yale School of Management, Veritas Prep offers its live classroom GMAT prep course in more than 90 cities worldwide and as an interactive online course available to students everywhere. Its Veritas Prep SAT 2400 course is available as a classroom course, live online, on demand or in private tutoring sessions and features the only zero risk, money back guarantee in the industry. In addition, Veritas Prep offers admissions consulting services for applicants seeking entry into competitive business schools, law schools, medical schools and other graduate programs. For more information, visit veritasprep.com.

Contact:
Lindsey Read
CSG PR
3225 East 2nd Avenue
Denver, CO 80206
937-408-9321
lread@csg-pr.com
http://www.csg-pr.com

Technology

Announcing Premium Support Services, Patton Now Offers 24×7 Worldwide Coverage

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Expanding its gold-standard Free Support—unique within the industry—Patton introduces platinum-level Premium Support and platinum-plus Premium 24/7 Support services, taking legendary excellence in customer service to new heights.

Gaithersburg, MD and Berne, Switzerland, November 07, 2012 – Patton Electronics (USA) together with Patton-Inalp (Switzerland) have introduced two new premium support services, the sister companies announced today.

Since 1984, Patton has provided gold-standard free lifetime technical support during business hours for every product sold—including free downloadable software upgrades.

Unique within the electronic-communications industry, Patton’s free-support proposition drives down total cost of ownership, delivering significant competitive advantage for Patton channel partners and end customers.

Now, Patton’s new platinum-level Premium Support and platinum-plus Premium 24/7 Support address the high-end service requirements of Telecom carriers, Internet service providers, and other organizations that need guaranteed response and resolution times or evening and weekend service.

“We’re responding to customers,” said Burton A. Patton (Burt), EVP. “They  asked for service-level agreements with guaranteed response and remedy times. Our platinum-plus service enhances our unique gold-standard Free Support with global 24×7 coverage.”

Platinum Premium Support guarantees a 2-hour response time and 8-hour remedy time during regular business hours for any critical incident.

Platinum-Plus Premium 24/7 Support offers world-wide, around-the-clock service anytime, day or night. Courteous and competent Patton support staff are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address major or critical incidents anywhere in the world.

Not that you’ll need it. Among VoIP-industry techno-geeks, Patton’s SmartNode gear is venerated for “set-it-forget-it” stability. Still, one finds assurance in a robust support organization. And there are of course certain businesses that desire or demand that 24×7 safety net.

Burt Patton elaborates, “Patton does business in 142 countries, providing free support in at least 10 languages. SmartNode VoIP equipment is deployed and operating in 105 countries. We have trained and certified nearly one-thousand SmartNode specialists for the global workforce.”

Patton operates Technical Assistance Centers in Gaithersburg, Berne, Budapest, Lebanon, India and Vietnam, providing world-class customer support for Patton channels and customers throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia.

Last month Patton announced its IPv6-ready SIP-Trunking VoIP Gateways are now shipping. Recently the company’s CEO, Robert R. Patton (Bobby) was appointed Chair of Maryland STEM Project Advisory Committee, following on the heels of news that Patton’s SmartNode VoIP product line has won the 2012 Internet Telephony Excellence award.

About Patton-Inalp;
Inalp Networks AG was founded in 1998 to design, develop and market advanced Internet Protocol (IP) based multi-service platforms that deliver voice, video and data services over a converged network. Patton Electronics, Co. (Maryland, USA) and Inalp Networks AG (Berne, Switzerland) joined forces in 2002 to manufacture and market the SmartNode™ brand of advanced VoIP products. Patton-Inalp Networks AG is the VoIP competency center and Europe-Middle-East-Africa (EMEA) sales organization for Patton’s business-class network access, connectivity and VoIP equipment.

About Patton:
Patton is all about connections—from inception the company has connected generations in a family-owned-and-operated business. Since incorporating in 1984, Patton has built everything from micro-sized widgets for connecting “this-with-that,” to carrier-grade Telecom gear that connects end-customers to service-provider networks. Now headquartered in Gaithersburg, MD, USA, Patton markets a catalog of over 1,000 products, with a focus on VoIP and Ethernet extension technologies. Today, Patton equipment is up-and-running in carrier, enterprise and industrial networks all over the world—interconnecting legacy TDM and serial systems with contemporary and next-generation IP-based voice, data, and multi-media networking technologies. 

Here at Patton, it is our joy and mission to connect real-world customer challenges with high-quality, right-priced solutions, complemented by unrivaled customer service and technical support. In the field, Patton’s global family of locally-present sales, support, and engineering professionals are fully-engaged in connecting our product managers with true local-market requirements. Patton works hard to connect with your world, operating regional offices in strategic locations across the globe, with training and technical-support centers in Switzerland, Hungary, Lebanon, India, Vietnam, and the USA. To better reach our global customers and serve their true needs, Patton works in connection with a growing network of technology, business, and sales-channel partners. Patton… Let’s Connect!

For more information or a free catalog, email sales@patton.com

Contact:
Glendon Flowers
Patton Electronics Company
7622 Rickenbacker Drive
Gaithersburg, MD 20879 USA
Tel: (301) 975-1000
Fax: (301) 869-9293
press@patton.com
http://www.patton.com

Food & Beverage

Urban Barns Foods Announces MOU With South Korea LED Manufacturer

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Urban Barns Foods Inc. (URBF.QB) (“Company” or ” Urban Barns “) www.urbanbarnsfoods.com, is an emerging company specializing in “CUBIC FARMING” a revolutionary type of farming that dramatically increases yields of vegetables with radically diminished water consumption when compared to conventional farming.

Vancouver, British Columbia, November 05, 2012 — Urban Barns Foods Inc. (URBF.QB) (“Company” or ” Urban Barns “) www.urbanbarnsfoods.com, is an emerging company specializing in “CUBIC FARMING” a revolutionary type of farming that dramatically increases yields of vegetables with radically diminished water consumption when compared to conventional farming. All produce is locally grown in any geographical location and climate. Urban Barns announced today that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) with Wells Communications Inc. (“Wells”) http://www.wellscom.co.kr. The purpose of the MOU is to develop and expand a framework of cooperation between Urban Barns and Wells to develop mutually beneficial programs, projects and activities using LED light fixtures.

Mr. Dan Meikleham, Chairman of Urban Barns, stated that, ‘Wells is the perfect partner to supply advanced technology systems with emphases on LED lights and lighting heat controls for plant production under controlled environment agriculture (“CEA”) to maximize food production using Urban Barns patent pending Cubic Farming growing methods to enable mass production of locally grown vegetables in urban locations.”

Mr. Dae Woo Kim, CEO Wells Communication Inc., added, “We are very happy to enter into co-operation between Urban Barns and Wells on equal terms for developing and subsequent filing for patent protection on novel and innovative systems from successful R & D arising from our joint industry collaboration on Cubic Farming and LED grow lights.”

Urban Barns plans to install Wells LED lights in the first urban growing facilities of its kind in the world using the revolutionary CUBIC FARMING method for commercial production.

About Wells Communications Inc.
Dr. Dae Woo Kim was educated at the Korea University, has a BS in Chemistry, his career has spanned 31 years in visual and display technologies, including 15 years in LED technology. Currently Dr. Kim is the Chairman, Founder and Chief Engineer at Wells Communications. His accomplishments include the LED screen design and installations: Fremont Street Las Vegas which is the largest in the world, LG Time Square in New York, Chicago O’Hare International Airport to name a few.

About Urban Barns Foods Inc.
Urban Barns uses patent pending proprietary equipment to produce affordable vegetables in a secure and controlled indoor environment. By setting up subsidiary facilities and growing locally, Urban Barns can focus on supplying any community, irrespective of the regional climate, effectively reducing shipping times and related spoilage costs. Urban Barns has the unique ability to scale and cater to the demands of all major communities. Our commitment to our consumers is reflected through our motto, “Purely Fresh, Naturally Tasty, and Completely Healthy.” www.urbanbarnsfoods.com and www.cubicfarming.com are registered trademarks and Cubic Farming and Cubic Agriculture are copyright of Urban Barns Foods Inc. All other company and product names mentioned are used only for identification purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Forward-Looking Statements:
Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth above may be forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements. Words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend” and similar expressions, as they relate to Urban Barns or its management, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors such as the level of business and consumer spending, the amount of sales of Urban Barns ‘ products, the competitive environment within the industry, the ability of Urban Barns to continue to expand its operations, the level of costs incurred in connection with Urban Barns ‘ expansion efforts, economic conditions in the industry and the financial strength of Urban Barns ‘ customers and suppliers. Urban Barns does not undertake any obligation to update such forward-looking statements. Investors are also directed to consider all other risks and uncertainties.

Suzanne Holbrook

Contact:
Urban Barns Foods
7170 Glover Road
Milner, BC, Canada
V0X 1T0
Phone: 403-454-4022
Fax: 604-681-4760
ir@urbanbarnsfoods.com
http://www.urbanbarns.com

Financial

Free online money makeover course reveals how 5 financial myths have conditioned you to be broke and in debt

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Did you know that consumer debt in America totals nearly $16 trillion? And CreditCard.com reports that the national average for credit card interest rates is a whopping 14.98 percent!

Phoenix, AZ, November 06, 2012 – Did you know that consumer debt in America totals nearly $16 trillion? And CreditCard.com reports that the national average for credit card interest rates is a whopping 14.98 percent!

That’s because people have been lying to consumers, and it’s costing them a fortune and threatening their retirement.

But financial literacy expert, Anthony Manganiello, founder of DebtFreeAcademy.com and author of The Debt-Free Millionaire, blows the cover off the five money myths that are keeping consumers broke and in debt.

That’s because for decades, so-called “financial experts”—even our own well-meaning parents and mentors—have been perpetuating myths like:

1. A mortgage could be the biggest investment you’ll ever make. (Wrong! Good debt has been shoved down our throats as a “must have.” Anthony explains how so-called “good debt” is causing consumers to lose 10, 20, 30, even 40 percent or more every year. There’s no such thing as “good debt”!)

2. In order to secure a solid financial future, you should “Pay yourself first.” (No! This financial strategy is rooted in a story written almost 100 years ago. And the proponents of the pay-yourself-first philosophy are people usually trying to sell you investments and pay THEM first.).

3. You need to use a budget to get ahead financially. (Please don’t! Budgeting can create a false sense of financial security. And while budgeters think they’re doing well, their financial future is slowly being stolen from them—one paycheck at a time.)

4. If you want the best for your kids, you’d better start saving for their college education right away. (False! Of course, parents want what’s best for their children. But socking away the dough NOW for their college education is not a good idea.)

5. Making more money can help you achieve your financial goals. (Sounds good, but it’s another myth! Landing a better-paying job or earning more income is always tempting. The truth is, extra income could push you from the financial frying pan into the fire. Ouch!)

These five financial myths that have been handed down in “gospel-like” fashion are—and will continue to—cost Americans a fortune. But these common money philosophies only teach one side of a very two-sided coin. And it’s the other side of the coin that’s costing consumers thousands of dollars each month.

But with the all-new DebtFree Academy, learning the truth about these five financial myths as well as learning about becoming completely debt-free is…free!

With a free membership in the DebtFree Academy, you will learn the truth about those five financial myths. And once you’ve been “dehypnotized” you’ll learn…

1. What debt and credit really are
2. How to discover your true financial position
3. How to become completely debt free (even if you can’t pay your bills right now!)
4. How to retire rich
5. How to create a “Wealth Accumulation” mentality

And so much more. Learn how at DebtFreeAcademy.com.

Anthony Manganiello is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur who has spent the last two decades in the research and development—including the investment of millions of dollars, and tens of thousands of interviews with every day people looking for help with their debt and credit problems. The end result was the creation of the Cash-Flow Analysis™, the Cash-Flow Dashboard™ the book, The Debt-FREE Millionaire: Winning Strategies to Creating Great Credit and Retiring Rich, and www.DebtFreeAcademy.com.

Contact:
Anthony Manganiello
Debt Free Academy
450 Phoenix, AZ 80516
608-306-0197
anthonym@debtfreeacademy.com
http://www.debtfreeacademy.com/

Business

Incite Creative and SmallBizMedia.TV Join Forces

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Maria Fuster, President and Founder of SmallBizMedia.TV and her team of online marketing strategists, researchers and social media experts, have officially joined Dina Wasmer, President and Founder of Incite Creative, Inc.

Cockeysville, MD, November 03, 2012 – Incite Creative, Inc. and SmallBizMedia.TV are pleased to announce a merger, which officially took place on October 15, 2012.

After two years of successful collaboration, Maria Fuster, President and Co-Founder of SmallBizMedia.TV and her team of online marketing strategists, researchers and social media experts, have officially joined Dina Wasmer, President and Co-Founder of Incite Creative, Inc., a well-established marketing strategy and graphic design firm.

Maria now carries the title of Vice President and Director of Online Brand Building for Incite Creative, a role she accepted earlier this year.

“When Maria approached me on LinkedIn two years ago, I have to admit that I was skeptical only because it was not the first request for business collaboration and partnering that I’ve heard over the years,” says Dina Wasmer. “Having built Incite Creative from the ground up nearly 13 years ago, it’s my baby and I’m not going to let just anyone be part of the family. But after just a few conversations and successful project collaborations, I knew I’d found the perfect complement to Incite Creative. Maria and her team of online brand builders supplement my team’s emphasis on strategic brand positioning, and pair well with our core expertise in offline brand implementation. Perhaps even more importantly to me, Maria shares my work ethic, high standards, and desire to help our clients succeed.”

Maria Fuster states, “I’m thrilled to bring SmallBizMedia.TV and our clients under the Incite Creative name. I was initially drawn to the firm because of its strategic process and now Dina and I are like the ‘dynamic duo’ — bringing both offline and online brand building strategies and tools to the table to benefit our clients, both large and small.”

The merger will double Incite Creative’s team and enhance its ability to continue to serve well-established businesses and organizations, and open its doors to entrepreneurial businesses that need professional guidance on a small business budget.

Incite Creative’s new mailing address is P.O. Box 95, Cockeysville, MD 21030. It’s phone, fax, email and web addresses all remain the same and are listed below:

P: 410-366-9479
F: 410-366-9478
info@incitecreativeinc.com
www.incitecreativeinc.com

About Incite Creative:
Incite Creative is a marketing and graphic design firm that specializes in strategic positioning, brand development and offline and online creative implementation services for Mid-Atlantic, small-to-mid-sized companies and organizations that have regional, national and international reach. For more information, log onto http://www.incitecreativeinc.com or contact Dina Wasmer at 410-366-9479 ext. 101 or dina@incitecreativeinc.com.

Contact:
Dina Wasmer
Incite Creative, Inc.
P.O. Box 95
Cockeysville, MD 21030
410-366-9479
dina@incitecreativeinc.com
http://www.incitecreativeinc.com

Healthcare

Not so Chubby Hubby Announces Rockford Body Sculpting Website

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Retired counselor Michael S. Logan, M.S. aka the Not So Chubby Hubby, launches his Body Sculpting Website in Rockford, Il, to celebrate his recent 47 pound weight loss, and to share what he has discovered about senior weight loss.

Rockford, IL, November 02, 2012 – Michael S. Logan, M.S. (aka The Not So Chubby Hubby) announces the launch of the his website http://www.bodysculptingchallenge.com/michaelslogan which combines the Sisel Meal Replacement Shakes with a highly motivated online community and significant prizes for maximum Rockford eight loss results and Rockford Health.

At 64 years old, Mr. Logan had been carrying 60 extra pounds of weight for over 20 years, and even though he exercised regularly, he had become used to the idea that the weight would always be on his body.

Then Mr. Logan began to notice posts in his Facebook stream from a friend who was reporting over 100 pounds of weight loss as a result of using a meal replacement shake, which turned out to be the Sisel Meal Replacement Shake, which Mr. Logan decided to try.

Mr. Logan is now 47 pounds lighter, and within 13 pounds of his target weight of 180 pounds, a weight he has not seen since he was in college, several decades ago.

“This has not been rocket science to accomplish. But I suppose it helps to build a ritual to follow in regards to your meals and exercise”, Mr. Logan reports, “and I do not mind the expense of buying new clothes because my old clothes won’t stay on.”

The Body Sculpting Challenge

YOU CAN WIN CASH, CARS, VACATIONS & MUCH MORE…

The challenge contest will run quarterly, beginning on December 1, 2011 (exclusive pre-launch month). The first quarter challenge (Dec./Jan./Feb./Mar.) will end on the last day of March, 2012. A new challenge will begin on April 1, 2012. Each challenge period thereafter will last three months and end on the last day of the 3rd month.

For more information, visit http://www.bodysculptingchallenge.com/michaelslogan

Press Contact for The Body Sculpting Challenge

Michael S. Logan, M.S

Owner

815-494-0946

michael.logan@siselknights.com

About Michael S. Logan, M.S. and http://www.bodysculptingchallenge.com :
Michael S. Logan, M.S. is a mostly retired counselor and late life father to Shane, 14, and Hannah Marie, 8, who is deeply appreciative of the freedom he now has to chase them about in games of tag. When he began his own challenge, Mr. Logan weighed 240 pounds, and wore a 42 inch waist slacks. At 193 pounds, he is looking to wear 34 inch waist slacks soon.

Contact:
Michael S. Logan, M.S
Owner
The Body Sculpting Challenge
Rockford, IL
815-494-0946
michael.logan@siselknights.com
http://www.bodysculptingchallenge.com

Business

Hurricane Sandy boosts Timber prices, claims FRA

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Timber prices are rising as a result of the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy, which could mean growing returns for those with investments in timberland, according to reports by FRA.

Bainbridge Island, WA, November 01, 2012 – Timber prices are rising as a result of the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy, which could mean growing returns for those with investments in timberland, according to reports by Forestry Research Associates (FRA).

The Chicago Mercantile Exchange was up yesterday by the maximum daily rate of $10 for 1,000 board feet. The rise is the result of the demand for timber for use in the rebuilding of thousands of homes, which were damaged by the hurricane throughout the Eastern US. Daryl Swetlishoff, form Raymond James Ltd, told Canada’s Globe and Mail Newspaper, “Lumber prices are atypically high for this point in the year, and bucking a seasonal trend already.

“For the near term, even if the hurricane is partially a psychological impact on lumber, prices are going to be buoyant, he added.

Several large forestry firms in Canada are now preparing to up their production in order to meet the new demand for lumber. The US might also import timber from elsewhere, such as Latin America, according to FRA’s analysis partner Peter Collins. Mr Collins explained: “The impact of Sandy was obviously devastating for many people living on the East Coast and the demand for timber to quickly rebuild their homes will be huge.”

Investing in sustainable timber, through plantation projects like those run by Greenwood Management and other similar firms in Brazil, can be a lucrative option at the moment. “Several analysts are predicting a boom in timber prices as demand continues to creep up,” added Mr Collins.

Mr Swetlishoff added, “A shock like this could keep prices higher and for longer in a season when it is typically weak. We’re tempering our view by saying that prices were already a bit elevated.”

Prices are high due to strong demand from emerging economies like China and India, which are importing huge amounts of timber for house building and infrastructure development.

Contact:
Peter Collins
Forestry Research Associates
620 Vineyard Lane
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
(206) 316 8394
info@forestry-research.com
http://www.forestry-research.com

Healthcare

Show Some Skin This Halloween — Don’t Hide Behind Your Costume!

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Laser hair removal will give you a smooth, gorgeous look on your legs and underarms so you can feel fabulous for that special Halloween party!

Manhasset, NY, November 01, 2012 – Want to show off in a sexy costume this Halloween but afraid to bare your legs? Feel free to impress everyone with your smooth, beautiful skin after a laser hair treatment at New York Laser & Aesthetics in Manhasset, NY. Laser hair removal will give you a smooth, gorgeous look on your legs and underarms so you can feel fabulous for that special Halloween party! Stop hiding behind an old, boring costume that hides your shape. Put the old witch costume back in the closet, pull out a sexy number and be the life of the party this year!

With the weather getting colder and the holiday season fast approaching, autumn is the perfect time of year to begin a laser hair removal treatment regimen. Typically, six treatments are required to achieve optimal results, so starting now will ensure beautiful results by the holidays. Impress family and friends around the Thanksgiving table, during Christmas festivities, and at that glamorous New Year’s Eve bash! Laser hair removal also gives you one less thing to worry about when you’re busy travelling for the holidays, saves you time and lets you pack a little lighter!

Laser hair removal is a permanent solution that will free you from waxing, plucking and shaving forever. In addition to saving money over the long term, it will shorten the amount of time needed to get ready for work in the morning, free you from frequent appointments at the salon, and most importantly, relieve the pain and irritation from waxing, plucking and frequent shaving. It can be done on both men and women, and can be used on a variety of sites on the body—arms, legs, underarms, stomach, back, sideburns, upper lip, chin, neck, and cheeks. It is especially helpful to active individuals such as runners, cyclists, bodybuilders and swimmers by providing a competitive edge.

The Manhasset-based New York Laser & Aesthetics is conveniently located near Jericho, Woodbury, Great Neck, Merrick, and Syosset and provides clients with a clean, comfortable and discreet environment. Our staff is New York State licensed, insured and bonded and is trained to use the most advanced technology in the industry. Our top-of-the-line equipment includes the Zimmer Cooling System, which blasts cold air onto the skin to counteract the heat from the laser, minimizing irritation to the skin tissue during treatments.

The face book link is : https://www.facebook.com/pages/New-York-Laser-Aesthetics/289885787703014

They are very proud to offer a lifetime guarantee– after the initial six-treatment package, each and every treatment to maintain your look afterwards is fifty percent off for the rest of your life. You are welcome to keep returning for additional treatments until the look you ultimately want is obtained.

In addition to our popular laser hair removal treatments, Theay provide an array of skin services such as chemical peels, spider vein removal, birthmark and discoloration corrective services, anti-aging and acne services, and toenail fungus removal. Theay would love to share more information with you about the great investment of laser hair removal and our other professional capabilities. To contact us for a free consultation and to inquire about our current specials, please call New York Laser & Aesthetics today at (516) 627-7777, visit us at www.nylaser1.com or check us out on Facebook to take advantage of our great offers. They hope to see you here soon!

Contact:
David Elgavisch
New York Laser Aesthetics
Americana at Manhasset
2110 Northern Blvd. (Suite. 202)
Manhasset, NY 11030
516-627-7777
info@nylaser1.com
http://www.nylaser1.com

Sports

Scarborough Women’s Self Defense Parties, Latest Party Craze from SAFE International – Scarborough, ON Self Defense

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Scarborough Self Defense, SAFE International Announces Latest Women’s Party Craze, Scarborough Women’s Self Defense Parties.

Scarborough, ON, October 31, 2012 – (Straight Line PR) – Scarborough Self Defense, SAFE International Announces Latest Women’s Party Craze, Scarborough Women’s Self Defense Parties.

SAFE International ™ is the leading provider of mobile women’s self defense training in Ontario. SAFE International has taught more than 150,000 women since 1994. SAFE International is announcing the latest party craze, Scarborough Women’s Self Defense Parties. SAFE International teaches how to address all aspects of violence, from the ideal outcome of avoiding violence completely, to the last resort of having to defend yourself physically. Many companies skip the avoidance strategies, but if one is truly interested in avoiding violence, it is critical to discuss. The questions that most women have about their own personal safety include:

* How can I avoid becoming a potential victim?

* What would I do if I was attacked on an elevator?

* How would I handle someone who approached me in an underground parking lot?

* Should I carry my purse over one shoulder or crossways?

* What should I say to a potential attacker to possibly stop him from attacking me?

* If I was home and I heard someone break into the house, where should I go, what should I do?

A SAFE International Women’s Self Defense Party addresses all those questions, plus many more.

One of the reasons that SAFE International enjoys teaching women’s self defense Scarborough, is how receptive women are to the concepts that the SAFE International instructors provide. SAFE International teaches self defense concepts, rather than techniques. This allows women to learn in a much shorter time. Women’s self defense can be learned in hours, not weeks or years. SAFE International is one of the few self defense companies who make humour an important part of the learning process. This allows everyone to feel relaxed and comfortable to share personal stories and ask questions. SAFE instructors cover the most common distraction techniques an attacker will use to gain an advantage. At a SAFE International Scarborough Self Defense Party they do not teach martial arts/karate, but rather, practical, effective, and memorable concepts over 4 hours.

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Self Defense Parties, the Latest Party Craze
Invite up to 10 of your friends for a few hours of fun, education and potentially life- saving instruction. Plan a meal, bbq, snacks, maybe some dessert! Be prepared for a unique Scarborough Women’s Self Defense experience!

To contact SAFE International and Chris Roberts to schedule your Women’s Self Defense party, you can visit their main site at www.safeinternational.biz. You can also reach Chris Roberts toll free at 1-800-465-5972 or by email at chrisroberts@safeinternational.biz

Contact:
Chris Roberts
SAFE International™
15535 Cooper Rd.
Lunenburg, ON
Canada K0C 1R0
1 800 465-5972
chrisroberts@safeinternational.biz
http://www.safeinternational.biz