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Cleanicity Announces New Mat for Pets and Their Clean Freak Owners

Cleanicity today introduced the new Dirt Catcher Pet Mat using 30 adhesive layers with 10 times* more dirt catching power than competitive pet mats. The Dirt Catcher Pet Mat’s advanced product technology offers a significant enhancement over other products that lose their stickiness after multiple uses. The new mats start at $24.99 and were designed to meet the demands of clean freaks and other discriminating pet owners.

Fighting the Silent Epidemic -- Author/ Philanthropist Dr. Cheryl Saban Speaks with Compton Unified’s Whaley Middle School Students

EmpowHer Institute, a non-profit organization dedicated to impacting the ‘silent epidemic’ of high school dropout rates among young women, will present a special engagement with Dr. Cheryl Saban on Tuesday, March 16, 2010. Over 160 girls from the Compton Unified Whaley Middle School will meet with the revered author and philanthropist to discuss the importance of self-worth and how to value themselves as detailed in Dr. Saban’s latest book WHAT IS YOUR SELF-WORTH: A Woman’s Guide to Validation.

Chambers of Hope Publishing, Ltd., A Denver Based Start Up Business, is Asking U.S. Residents for Help

Chambers of Hope Publishing, Ltd. wants to put 50 people to work in every major city throughout the United States, and they want to do it by helping people. However, they need help from U.S. residents to reach their goals, which will not only help families going through painful events, but will also help preserve their memories and legacies. In order to kick start their business and begin putting people to work, they need to start selling, and that’s where the public’s help comes in.

NewProductHelp.com Set to Represent New Clothes Hanger Holder Invention to Industry

Dale M., Tennessee resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance firm NewProductHelp.com to represent his Clothes Hanger Holder concept to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet effective new product that aims to simplify a common household task, the Clothes Hanger Holder boasts a unique design that insures that the handling of multiple clothes hangers becomes a less cumbersome task.

NewProductHelp.com Enthused About Opportunity to Represent New Barhill Trapper Invention to Manufacturers on Global Basis

Phillip B., an Indiana-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to serve as the official marketing representative of his Barnhill Trapper concept over the next 2 years. A simple yet effective new product that aims to eliminate a common household hassle, the Barhnill Trapper boasts a unique design that provides its users with an efficient method of making sure that washing machine filters are kept clean and debris-free for extended periods.

NewProductHelp.com Designated as Official Marketing Representative of Derry Air Can Invention

F. Derry, Missouri resident and inventor, has contracted Miami, Florida-based invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Derry Air Can concept to industry. A simple yet effective new household product, the Derry Air Can boasts a unique design that provides its users with a convenient and easy method of removing full trash bags from their containers without encountering a common hassle.

Combi® USA Adds Adventure to Unique Walker Line

Stroller and car seat manufacturer Combi USA, launches the Adventure Walker—an all-in-one walker, bouncer and entertainment center.

Trupanion Prepares Pet Owners for Seasonal Allergies in Pets with Pet Insurance Coverage

Trupanion, a pet insurance company in Seattle, reminds pet owners that pets too can get seasonal allergies which can prove costly and problematic. Trupanion offers pet insurance coverage for allergies in pets and expects to receive a higher volume of allergy-related claims come this spring.

Touchstone CPM and Greensleeves LLC Join Forces

Spend 35%-50% Less on Energy without Increasing Construction Cost

W. Michael Linn, President and CEO of Greensleeves and Clyde Rauch, President and CEO of Touchstone CPM, announced today they have decided to work together to provide breakthrough technology for building energy efficient buildings that are cost competitive with conventional construction.

Office Cleaning London - New Solutions

Office cleaning London experts; Office Revival launched their new website today. Its a brand new web portal, with a fresh and innovative design, aimed at streamlining London businesses to maintain, and improve upon, their own office cleanliness, while still...Going Green. Office cleaning London has a new mandate to not only improve upon office tidiness, but, to enhance overall safety within the office, and public areas too.

Printer Introduces Brilliant Letterpress Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah Invitations

Bar and Bat Mitzvah invitations are an important first impression upon the Jewish community. They set the tone for the religious celebration and demonstrate to the guests what type of ceremony to expect. That is why Invitations by Ajalon only creates the most exquisite and timeless Bar and Bat Mitzvah invitation styles. Made with the character and classical texture that can be expected from letterpress printing, these invitations are the perfect choice for this event.

Travellers Auto Barn Supports "Macro" Stand Against Poverty

The 5,600km ride, which starts in Sydney on the 8th of March and is scheduled to finish in Perth on the 29th of May aims to highlight the issue of global poverty and raise awareness of microfinance as a sustainable solution. The basis of microfinance is to make available small loans to people living in poverty, which allows them to establish or invest in a business which in turn allows them to earn an income, afford food, clean water, housing and education.

Just Believe Publishing to Announce 'Babies Helping Mothers Build Homes'

Just Believe Publishing is launching a new author's campaign of 'Babies Helping Mothers Build Homes'. Just Believe's author, Meri Ramey-Gray, has donated time as President of Northern Virginia Family Services Early Head Start/Head Start for two terms before deciding to bring this experience and knowledge into a printed format. 'Babies' Guide to Parents (and other important people)' is the only book available written strictly from the babies point of view.

How to Deal with IRS Tax Audit – What If You Don’t Have a Tax Attorney?

Have you received notice for a tax audit from the IRS? Are you prepared to deal with this legal matter? Most of the people hire tax attorneys to fight the issue. However, there are few people who think that they can deal with the IRS on their own. It is possible, but most of the time they find themselves in a mess just because of misinformation and little knowledge about work ethics of the IRS. For most people the main reason for not hiring any tax professional or tax attorney is to save money.

Bored of the Board - Russell Hobbs Release EasyFill Iron

Bored of the Board

· A third of people cheat to cut down on ironing time
· 60 per cent admit to ruining clothing in a rage
· Russell Hobbs needs your help in creating back to basics guide

We are a nation of irritated ironers. New research out today reveals one in five of us have either bribed someone or feigned injury to get out of the nation’s most dreaded chore, with 60 per cent admitting to ruining clothes because they are so angry about having to get the board out.

NewProductHelp.com Tabbed as Official Marketing Representatives of Reba Ware Invention

Rebecca C., a New York-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Reba Ware invention to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet effective new product sure to resonate with all who have toiled away in the kitchen with big dishes, the Reba Ware boasts a unique design that helps to provide its users with a convenient and safe way in which to handle large pieces of meat when preparing and eventually cooking them.

Trupanion Reaches 10,000 Fans on Facebook

Trupanion, a pet health insurance company in Seattle, recently reached 10,000 fans on its Facebook fan page. Trupanion's goal is to make pet owners aware of pet health insurance as an option to help with unexpected pet medical expenses.

Gender Roles: Are We Still Playing the Part? PsychTests.com Assesses Modern Day Views on Traditional Gender Roles with Their Latest Test

PsychTests AIM Inc., one of the web's foremost source of personality assessments, releases a gender roles test. The online testing guru aims to uncover whether their visitors, who come from all walks of life, make it a point to defy conventional gender roles, or uphold time-honored traditions. The test is available at http://testyourself.psychtests.com/testid/2435.

Thermograher Takes Aim at Southwest Energy Bills "When You Can't Afford to Wait for the Problem to Happen"

Thermal imaging produces an infrared picture that shows variations in temperatures across surfaces. Thermal images reveal wet, damaged or missing insulation in floors, ceilings and walls. Air leakage around doors and windows also shows up in the images. Jorgenson stated, “Hot areas show up as red or yellow, while cool areas show up as black or blue.” Thermal images from previous inspections can be found on the Southwest Thermal Solutions website at http://www.swthermalsol.com.

QuickBooks 1099 Tax Forms: Use W2 Mate W2 1099 Software to Print and E-file QuickBooks 1099-MISC, QuickBooks 1099-INT, QuickBooks 1099-DIV and QuickBooks 1099-R

Real Business Solutions, a leading provider of payroll and tax reporting solutions, invites QB users to try the state-of-the-art QuickBooks W2 and 1099 import wizard available in its W2 Mate software. W2 Mate, W2 1099 filing software, is loaded with features that make it easy and fast for businesses and tax professionals to prepare, print and e-file QuickBooks 1099 forms including 1099-MISC, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, W-2 and 1099-R.

Luxury Naperville Condominiums for Less Than a Rental. Buyers Move in on Investment Potential and Neighborhood Cache.

The Ponds Of Naperville Condominiums

Exclusive Naperville Illinois Condominiums on sale for less than a rental.

Never before. The Marquette Companies, Developer of The Ponds of NapervilleCondominiums negotiates new deal and passes huge savings on huge condos to buyers. Buyers can now buy for less than a rental and benefit from built in upside.

The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges Celebrates Its 10th Year Anniversary Gala on March 25, 2010, at Christine Lee's Gulfstream Park in Miami, FL

The 10th Year Anniversary Gala is to be held on Thursday, March 25, 2010, at Christine Lee’s Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, Florida. Proceeds from the Annual Gala will be donated to The Victory Center for Autism and Behavioral Challenges. The mission of The Victory Center, a Florida non-sectarian, non–for-profit Corporation, is to provide children with Autism and similar disorders comprehensive individualized therapy. The students receive one-to-one/ two-to-one student- teacher ratio therapy within a classroom setting based on the principals pioneered by B.F.

Heels Above Weddings Introduces Recession-Friendly Concierge Package for Brides

Heels Above Weddings recently rolled out a brand new concierge package for Do-It-Yourself brides who are looking to lighten the load that can come with planning a wedding. The name of the package is the Personal Bridal Assistant. As the name suggests, it offers new brides assistance in completing some of the tasks involved in the planning process such as researching venues, scheduling and confirming vendor appointments, and more. Designed to be cost-effective, the price of the package starts as low as $225 for standard services.

Bagolie Seeks Elizabeth Education Association (EEA) Presidency - Looks to Oust Long Time Incumbent

Rosaura "Rosy" Bagolie, Candidate for Elizabeth Education Association (EEA) Presidency, looks to oust the long time incumbent Rose Carreto. A teacher at school # 23 she campaigs under the slogan, A New Voice; A New Vision; New Leadership.

Newest iPhone Finance App Launched This March, from Elite Platinum

Applications developer Elite Platinum has launched its first iPhone app. Starting in February 2010, Budget-Planner is available for download through the iPhone App Store and iTunes. Budget-Planner handles multiple personal (and even business) budgets, showing at a glance the estimated balance for every day in the month. To celebrate the launch, Elite Platinum is offering Budget-Planner for free for anyone who leaves feedback or ratings for Budget-Planner.

ENERGY STAR® – It’s for New Homes and Mortgages – Not Just Appliances and Lights

The Northern Colorado (NoCO) ENERGY STAR® Homes partners will explain what qualifies a new home for the ENERGY STAR label and how you can benefit from the ENERGY STAR mortgage at the 2010 Home & Remodel Show. The topics for the seminars include; “ENERGY STAR New Homes – What’s Behind the Label” and “ENERGY STAR Mortgage – Lower Interest Rate AND Save Money”. The seminars will be offered at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 6th, at The Ranch in Loveland. The Home & Remodel Show runs from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

BioBased Insulation® Teams Up with FreeGreen to Offer Free, Energy-Efficient House Plans

BioBased Insulation® has made energy-efficient home designs available for free at FreeGreen.com, one of the largest residential house plan sites on the internet.

By sponsoring three designs, the Health Family Craftsman Home, the Modern Ranch Home and the Contemporary Colonial Home, the plans are available for free to anyone who creates a login at the site. Unlimited downloads of unsponsored plans are available for a $19.95 annual fee.

Dean Calderon to Open K9 University’s 2010 Dog Training Seminar Series

K9 University recently announced that Dean Calderon, a leading world champion and contender in working dogs, and Schutzhund competitions, had accepted their invitation to join their team by opening the training season during what will most likely be the best training season in the company’s history. The dog training seminars and events season opens on April 30, 2010.

3rd Annual ShamRock'n Roll in the West End

Dallas’ West End Market Street will be the site for the 3rd Annual ShamRock’n Roll in the West End, Sunday, March 14, 2010 from Noon – 7:00 pm. Irish foods, green beer, Celtic music and local bands, Irish dancers, bagpipers, arts and crafts vendors, and the 3rd Annual ShamRock’n Roll Pet Parade and Pet Look Alike Costume Contest presented by Petropolitan Doggie Day Spa and benefiting the SPCA of Texas, make this an event for everyone. Whether partiers need a little hair of the dog from Saturday’s Greenville Avenue celebration or a family day out is in order, this free event fits the bill.

More Residents Avoid Foreclosure Thanks to Success of Local Non-Profit Housing- and Credit-Counseling Program

Successful loan modifications through the federally funded Consumer Credit Counseling Service foreclosure-prevention program saw double-digit increases in 2009, according to numbers released this week by Program Director Bettye DeRamus. Lenders approved 65 percent, or 1,675, of the agency's loan-modification requests in 2009, up 10 percent from 2008.

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