Marketwire - Real Estate and Construction

iLOOKABOUT Corp. Announces Initial Closing of Private Placement

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:00:00 EDT

LONDON, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 3, 2009) - iLOOKABOUT Corp. (TSX VENTURE:ILA) ("iLOOKABOUT" or the "Company") announced today that, further to the Company's news release issued on May 29, 2009, it closed the first tranche of its brokered private placement (the "Private Placement") for up to 6,250,000 Units of the Company at a price of $0.40 per Unit. Each Unit consists of one common share of the Company and one-half of one common share purchase warrant. Each whole warrant entitles the holder to purchase one common share of the Company for a period of twelve months from the date of issuance at an exercise price of $0.55. The Company engaged MGI Securities Inc. ("MGI") to act as its agent in respect of the financing. MGI received a cash commission equal to 8% of the gross proceeds of the Private Placement and a work fee of $10,000, and options to acquire 8% of the aggregate number of Units sold at an exercise price of $0.40 for a period of twenty-four months from the closing date of

New Dallas Hotel Announces Time Capsule Project

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:37:00 EDT

DALLAS, TX--(Marketwire - July 3, 2009) - What objects best typify life in Dallas during the summer of 2009? A Tony Romo jersey? An iPhone? A lipstick from Mary Kay?

Whatever they are, owners and designers of the new Aloft Hotel in downtown Dallas say they want to seal them in a time capsule for the next 50 years.

"This is a pivotal moment in the history of Dallas. We are truly as a crossroad regarding the life of this city and the downtown district, in particular," said Aloft Developer Ajay Kothari. He stood Friday morning in the foyer of the new hotel being built inside the 85-year-old Santa Fe railroad building on Young Street. "With the Arts District on the verge of completion, the Deck Park now under construction, and hotels like this one breathing new life into the city, we feel this year will be seen as the tipping point."

Chartwell Second Quarter 2009 Results and Conference Call

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:19:00 EDT

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 3, 2009) - Chartwell Seniors Housing Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CSH.UN) will issue its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2009 on the afternoon of August 13, 2009. A conference call hosted by Brent Binions, President and Chief Executive Officer, Richard Noonan, Chief Operating Officer, and Vlad Volodarski, Chief Financial Officer, will be held Friday, August 14, 2009 at 10:00 AM ET. The telephone numbers for the conference call are:

Tree Island Closes Sale of Surplus Lands

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:32:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Tree Island Wire Income Fund (the "Fund") (TSX:TIL.UN) today announced that it has completed the sale of 12.5 acres of surplus lands at its Richmond, B.C. manufacturing facility for net proceeds of $8.6 million. The Fund intends to use available proceeds from the sale to reduce debt under the GE credit facility. About the Fund The Fund was launched on November 12, 2002, with the completion of an Initial Public Offering. There are 22,000,850 units of the Fund outstanding, representing a 100% ownership interest in Tree Island.

Fortis Inc. annonce la cl�ture de son offre d'obligations non garanties de premier rang

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:19:00 EDT

ST. JOHN'S, TERRE-NEUVE-ET-LABRADOR--(Marketwire - 2 juillet 2009) - LE PRESENT COMMUNIQUE DE PRESSE N'EST PAS DESTINE A ETRE DISTRIBUE A DES SERVICES DE PRESSE AMERICAINS OU DIFFUSE AUX ETATS-UNIS. Fortis Inc. ("Fortis" ou la "soci�t�") (TSX:FTS) a annonc� aujourd'hui la cl�ture de son offre ("l'offre") d'un montant en principal de 200 000 000 $ en obligations non garanties de premier rang � un taux de 6,51 % de la soci�t� �ch�ant le 4 juillet 2039 (les "obligations"). L'offre est faite au public par le biais d'un syndicat de placeurs pour compte dirig� conjointement par BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. et CIBC World Markets Inc., qui comprend RBC Dominion Securities Inc., Scotia Capital Inc., TD Securities Inc., HSBC Securities (Canada) Inc. et National Bank Financial Inc.

CAPREIT Announces the Appointment of General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:14:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Investment Trust ("CAPREIT")(TSX:CAR.UN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Philip Lefko as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of CAPREIT. Mr. Lefko joins CAPREIT from one of Canada's largest bank owned securities dealers where he was an in-house legal advisor and prior to that he was in private practice with a focus on securities law and mergers and acquisitions at a pre-eminent Canadian law firm. The addition of Mr. Lefko as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary will further strengthen CAPREIT's management team.

Chemical-Free "Treated" Wood From Building Products Plus

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:46:00 EDT

HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Introducing thermally modified wood. Using special kilns, premium-grade southern yellow pine lumber is essentially baked for about a day and cooled using carefully timed applications of water to maximize its strength and longevity.

Thermally modified wood was developed in Finland, has been proven effective in Europe since the mid-90s, and is now available in the US under the brand name Nature's Choice.

Nature's Choice Deck (http://www.NaturesChoiceDeck.com), distributed by Building Products Plus, is made of premium-grade southern yellow pine, contains no chemicals, and is backed by a 20 year warranty. Nature's Choice Deck is 100% Natural treated wood.

Graduates: Money Problems? Pass Budgeting 101 With These Easy Tips From Informa Research Services

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:43:00 EDT

CALABASAS, CA--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Graduating can be both exciting and stressful. To help minimize the stress associated with this transition and set the stage for a bright financial future, Informa Research Services offers these tips to new graduates (http://www.bankingmyway.com/ratesearch/savings, http://moneycentral.msn.com/banking/services/creditcard.asp):

Fortis Inc. Announces Closing of Offering of Senior Unsecured Debentures

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:08:00 EDT

ST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. Fortis Inc. ("Fortis" or the "Corporation")(TSX:FTS) announced today that it has closed its offering (the "Offering") of $200,000,000 principal amount of 6.51% senior unsecured debentures of the Corporation due July 4, 2039 (the "Debentures"). The Offering was made to the public through a syndicate of agents co-led by BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. and CIBC World Markets Inc., and including RBC Dominion Securities Inc., Scotia Capital Inc., TD Securities Inc., HSBC Securities (Canada) Inc. and National Bank Financial Inc.

Allied Properties REIT Announces Conference Call to Discuss Second-Quarter Results

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:06:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Allied Properties REIT (TSX:AP.UN) will hold a conference call and live audio webcast at 10:00 a.m. (ET) on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, to discuss financial results for the six-month period and quarter ended June 30, 2009. The financial results will be released on Monday, August 10, 2009, after the markets close. The conference call can be accessed by dialing 1(800) 732-9307 or (416)644-3415. The webcast will be accessible at www.marketwire.com and www.alliedpropertiesreit.com and will be archived for 90 days.

Huttig Names Philip W. Keipp Vice President - Chief Financial Officer

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:25:00 EDT

ST. LOUIS, MO--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Huttig Building Products, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: HBPI) today announced that Philip W. Keipp will be joining the Company as its Vice President - Chief Financial Officer, effective July 22, 2009. He is assuming overall financial and accounting responsibilities, announced Jon P. Vrabely, President and CEO of Huttig.

Mr. Keipp, who is 48 years old, is a CPA with extensive financial and accounting experience. He was with HD Supply Waterworks, a leading distributor of water and wastewater transmission products, and its predecessor companies for nearly twelve years, most recently as its Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer. Prior to that, Mr. Keipp spent over twelve years in public accounting, including ten years at KPMG LLP, where he was a Senior Manager in the firm's Manufacturing, Retail and Distribution practice. Mr. Keipp received his Bachelor of Science in

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust Announces Date of Second Quarter Earnings Release, Conference Call and Webcast

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:35:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust ("RioCan") (TSX:REI.UN) today announced that it is scheduled to release its financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2009 on Monday, July 27, 2009. Interested parties are invited to participate in a conference call with management on Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. eastern time. You will be required to identify yourself and the organization on whose behalf you are participating. In order to participate, please dial 416-695-6622 or 1-800-952-6845. If you cannot participate in the live mode, a replay will be available until August 12, 2009. To access the replay, please dial 416-695-5800 or 1-800-408-3053 and enter passcode 6008725#.

American River Bank Appoints Two New Directors to Its Board

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:15:00 EDT

SACRAMENTO, CA--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - The Board of Directors of American River Bankshares (NASDAQ: AMRB) announced that it has appointed Amador S. Bustos and Dorene C. Dominguez to the American River Bank Board and increased the size of the Board from eight to ten members.

"Amador and Dorene both currently sit on our corporate board and so adding their same insight to our bank board makes sense," said David Taber, President and CEO of American River Bankshares. "They are each well-respected leaders in their own industries and their business experience will help guide our Company in building its reputation as the premier business bank in the communities we serve."

Teleconference invitation for press and analysts

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:06:00 EDT

KISTA, SWEDEN--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) -

Munters AB invites you to a teleconference regarding the Interim Report for the second quarter of 2009. The report will be presented by CEO Lars Engstr�m and CFO Martin Lindqvist. There will be a session for questions after the presentation.

Teleconference Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2009 Time: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Telephone: +46 (0)8 5352 6440 Sweden Toll +44 (0)20 7138 0825 UK Toll +1 212 444 0481 US Toll Confirmation Code: 2354817

Nexia Knows Jack: Celeb Broker Jack King Leads Celebrity Hunt for Landis Salons, Inc.

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

SALT LAKE CITY, UT--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Nexia Holdings, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: NXHD) has joined forces with renowned celebrity/brand matchmaker Jack King of Celeb Brokers to find the ONE; the ideal celebrity for the recently launched national brand awareness marketing campaign for their flourishing Landis Salons, which sell AVEDAT products exclusively. King's impressive track record as the industry leader in getting celebrity deals done makes him one of the most influential pioneers in negotiating and securing celebrity endorsements.

Stantec Appoints David Emerson and Bob Gomes to Its Board of Directors

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Mr. Ron Triffo, P.Eng., Chairman of the Board of Stantec Inc. (TSX:STN) (NYSE:STN), on behalf of the Stantec Board of Directors, is pleased to announce that Mr. David Emerson and Mr. Robert (Bob) Gomes have been appointed as Directors of the Company. David Emerson, PC holds a Doctorate in economics from Queen's University. Mr. Emerson began his career as a member of the public service in 1972, serving as an economist with the Economic Council of Canada. He joined the public service of British Columbia in 1975, where he served in various roles between 1975 and 1990, including Deputy Minister of Finance, Secretary to Treasury Board, Deputy Minister to the Premier, and Secretary to Cabinet. Between 2004 and late 2008, he was a federal member of parliament. He served as Canada's Minister of Industry from 2004 to 2006, Minister of International Trade with responsibility for the 2010 Winter Olympics and the Asia Pacific Gateway Initiative f

BMHC Receives Final Court Approval of $80 Million DIP Facility

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:30:00 EDT

Balance Sheet Restructuring Continues on Track

Visits to Trulia Grew 40% as Consumer Interest in Real Estate Surges in the First Half of 2009

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:00:00 EDT

Buyers and Advertisers Stepping Off the Sidelines as Housing Market Shows Signs of Stabilization

Johnson Controls Plans $100 Million Recycling Center in South Carolina, an Industrial Info News Alert

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:25:00 EDT

SUGAR LAND, TX--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- Johnson Controls Power Solutions (Milwaukee, Wisconsin), a subsidiary of Johnson Controls Incorporated (NYSE:JCI) (Milwaukee), is planning to construct a $100 million recycling center in Florence, South Carolina.

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Methode Electronics, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2009 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EDT

Impairment and Restructuring Charges Impact Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results

Europe Gets Tough on Nuclear Safety, an Industrial Info News Alert

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:01:00 EDT

GALWAY, IRELAND--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - The European Union (E.U.) is cracking down on nuclear power plant safety by endorsing the Nuclear Safety Directive, which gives E.U. regulators the power to legally enforce safety measures in member states. The decision makes the E.U. the first major nuclear region to provide a binding legal framework for the Safety Fundamentals established by the International Atomic Energy Agency (Vienna, Austria). The move is seen as a major step toward making nuclear power safer throughout the region, especially as the E.U. expands membership to former Soviet countries that operate older nuclear reactors.

Talking Rock Talks Green

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:32:00 EDT

Community to Host Environmentally Focused Building Fair

Coleman(R) High-Efficiency Home Comfort Products Are Eligible for Tax Credits

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:08:00 EDT

NORMAN, OK--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Coleman� Heating and Air Conditioning provides a complete line of home comfort products that meet the high-efficiency requirements of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). Signed into law in February, ARRA combines spending and federal tax credits to move the economy forward by investing in infrastructure and increasing the energy efficiency of residential and commercial buildings in America.

Remote Dynamics Featured in July Issue of Crane Hot Line Magazine

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:23:00 EDT

PLANO, TX--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Remote Dynamics, Inc. (OTCBB: RMTD), a leading provider of GPS fleet management solutions, today announced that the REDIviewT product has been featured in the July issue of Crane Hot Line in an article titled "Improving Fleet Management with Telematics."

REDIview is used by hundreds of service, construction and equipment rental companies for real-time asset tracking, maintenance management, billing and security monitoring. REDIview operates on a wide variety of vehicles, tower cranes, mobile cranes, construction hoists, and construction equipment.

Essex Announces Release and Conference Call Dates for Its 2009 Second Quarter Earnings Results

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:01:00 EDT

PALO ALTO, CA--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESS) announced today that it plans to release its second quarter 2009 earnings results after the market closes on Wednesday, August 5, 2009. A conference call with senior management is scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time or 1:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.

The second quarter conference call is open to everyone, and can be accessed by:

Gerritystone to Be Featured in York Maine's 20th Annual Decorator Show House

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:55:00 EDT

WOBURN, MA--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - GerrityStone, New England's premier interior and exterior custom stonework specialist, is honored to be showcased in York Maine's 20th Annual Decorator Show House presented by the Museums of Old York. Opening Saturday, July 18th and running through Saturday, August 15th, this show house is considered one of New England's landmark decorating events and represents a true collaboration of the some of the region's most talented interior designers. This year's featured home is the historic McIntire Farm.

Timeshare Resales and Rental Advertising Company Opens New Office in Orlando

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:24:00 EDT

DOVER, NH--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Sell My Timeshare NOW, the global leader in the advertising and marketing of timeshare resales and timeshare rentals, is expanding with a new office at 400 South Park Center, 8415 South Park Circle, Suite 110, Orlando, Florida. Operations have begun with the hiring and training of six employees, ultimately looking to create 100 jobs at the Orlando location. Sell My Timeshare NOW CEO Jason Tremblay noted that while one administrative employee was transferred from the company's Dover, New Hampshire headquarters, all other employees will be new hires from the pool of experienced timeshare talent already available in Central Florida.

Over 250 Affordable Apartments Now for Rent at Historic Rosslyn Lofts in Downtown L.A.

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:01:00 EDT

Hip Units Offer Kitchenettes, Modern Fixtures, Free Internet Access and More at Remarkably Low Rents

Pending Home Sales Record Fourth Straight Monthly Gain

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:00:00 EDT

WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Pending home sales show a sustained uptrend, rising for four consecutive months with very favorable housing affordability and a first-time buyer tax credit boosting activity, according to the National Association of Realtors�.

The Pending Home Sales Index,(1) a forward-looking indicator based on contracts signed in May, increased 0.1 percent to 90.7 from an upwardly revised reading of 90.6 in April, and is 6.7 percent higher than May 2008 when it was 85.0. The last time there were four consecutive monthly gains was in October 2004.

Latin America Targeted for Expansion of Johnny Rockets Brand

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Central and South America Identified as Priorities for Restaurant Growth

Am�rica Latina como objetivo de expansi�n de la marca Johnny Rockets

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Centro y Sudam�rica identificadas como prioridades para el crecimiento de la cadena de restaurantes

Expans�o da marca Johnny Rockets na Am�rica Latina

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Am�ricas Central e do Sul identificadas como prioridades para o crescimento do restaurante

Corrections Corporation of America Announces the Expansion of Two Existing Facilities for a Contract Amendment Received From the State of Georgia

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

NASHVILLE, TN--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Corrections Corporation of America ("CCA") (NYSE: CXW), the nation's largest provider of corrections management services to government agencies, announced that it has been awarded an amendment to its existing contract with the Georgia Department of Corrections ("DOC") to expand two of its existing facilities by 1,500 beds. This award satisfies a competitive Request for Proposal of 1,500 beds from the state of Georgia that was issued in October of 2008. CCA currently houses approximately 3,400 inmates from the state of Georgia.

Franklin Street Properties Corp. Acquires Office Building in Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

WAKEFIELD, MA--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Franklin Street Properties Corp. ("FSP", "our" or "we") (NYSE Amex: FSP), an investment firm specializing in real estate, announced today its acquisition on June 30, 2009 of an office building in Eden Prairie, Minnesota for a purchase price of approximately $22,570,000. Completed in 2006, the building contains approximately 153,028 square feet of rentable space and is 100% leased. Eden Prairie is located within the greater Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. FSP has managed suburban properties in the greater Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area since 2004.

EastBridge Investment Group Announces Stock Dividend

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:00:00 EDT

PHOENIX, AZ--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - EastBridge Investment Group (EBIG) (OTCBB: EBIG) today announced it will distribute 10% of its stock ownership in Wonder International Education & Investment Group Corp (Wonder USA), a United States holding company that owns Wenda Group in China, to its EBIG shareholders for no considerations. This represents 1.7% of Wonder's present capital stock. All shareholders of EBIG stock at the market closing on July 31, 2009 (the dividend record date) will receive on a pro rata basis, their allocated shares when Wonder is approved for trading on a United States stock exchange.

Chemical Processing Industry Still Showing Momentum With 33 Grassroot Plants Expected to Start Up in 2009, an Industrial Info News Alert

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:24:00 EDT

SUGAR LAND, TX--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- Even as news of industrial plant closings seem to fill the headlines, some companies still see enough opportunity to continue with construction of new grassroot plants. As we reach the halfway point of 2009, the Chemical Processing Industry (CPI) has already seen 11 grassroot CPI plants start operations this year, with an additional 22 plant startups expected before the close of the year.

Eastern Light Capital Announces Proxy Results and Special Shareholder Meeting

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 EDT

SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Eastern Light Capital, Inc. ("ELC") (NYSE Amex: ELC), a specialty lender organized as a real estate investment trust, held its Annual Shareholder Meeting on Friday, June 26, 2009 ("Meeting").

The shareholders voted on a director's election and the Company announced that Mr. Alan R. Jones, with over 97% of the shareholder vote, was re-elected. As a Class I director, his term will expire in 2012.

Executive at W. L. Butler Construction Inc. and Tempe Realtor Drive the Nail Home on HGTV

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 03:00:00 EDT

The General Contractor and Real Estate Agent Search for Arizona's Hidden Potential on Cable Network Program While Inspiring Ideas for Their Own Clientele

Brookfield Bridge Lending Fund Acquires Common Shares and Convertible Debenture of Second Wave Petroleum Inc.

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:55:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO US NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES Brookfield Bridge Lending Fund (the "Fund") today announced that it has acquired by way of private placement 4,445,000 common shares ("Common Shares") of Second Wave Petroleum Inc. ("Second Wave") at a price of $0.90 per Common Share. The Fund has also acquired by way of private placement a $4 million aggregate principal amount convertible subordinate secured debenture, convertible into Common Shares for a term of 24 months for a conversion price of $1.20 per Common Share. The Fund now holds 29,092,120 Common Shares, or approximately 60.9% of the total issued and outstanding Common Shares.

CaesarStone Is Proud to Be the Official Countertop for House Beautiful's Kitchen of the Year

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:24:00 EDT

VAN NUYS, CA--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - CaesarStone, the original quartz surface manufacturer, will once again be a part of House Beautiful's Kitchen of the Year. This is the second year for the unique installation, which is set in New York City's Rockefeller Center.

The first year saw CaesarStone's countertops in Misty Carrera (4141), one of the focal points of the room. This year Raven (4120) was chosen as the color for this exciting dream kitchen.

New Restaurant Concept to Put Johnny Rockets on the Road

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:41:00 EDT

First Mobile Kitchen for Global Fast Casual Chain Unveiled

CAPREIT Second Quarter 2009 Results & Conference Call

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:30:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - CAPREIT (TSX:CAR.UN) will issue its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2009 on: /T/ Tuesday, August 11, 2009 /T/ A conference call hosted by Thomas Schwartz, President and Chief Executive Officer and Yazdi Bharucha, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary will be held: /T/ Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at 10.00 am ET /T/ The telephone numbers for the conference call are:

U-Store-It Closes $37.4 Million of Secured Loans and a $5.9 Million Asset Sale

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:02:00 EDT

Company Raises $63.1 Million in Calendar 2009 in New Loans and Asset Dispositions

New Online Educational Seminar Helps CalSTRS Members and Employees of California Public School Districts and Community Colleges Understand the CalSTRS 80/17 Home Loan Purchase Program

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:34:00 EDT

ORANGE, CA--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - Broadview Mortgage Corp., a direct lender specializing in the California Real Estate home purchase market for CalSTRS members and employees of California Public School Districts and Community Colleges (including Teachers), has announced a new online seminar. This webinar will take place on July 2nd at 6:00pm to educate Teachers and School Employees on the CalSTRS (California State Teachers Retirement System) 80/17 Home Purchase Loan Program. This is a FREE training session for Teachers and School Employees and may be attended from the comfort of their computer anywhere in the world. Interested parties should click HERE: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/637325914 to register in advance.

Mike the Pike Productions Finalizes Three Additional Acts for Big Summer Show

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:02:00 EDT

MTP Prods Contracts Metro Station, Cobra Starship and Katie Chonacas a.k.a. Kyriaki for Stadium Event

Sentry Select Capital Inc. Announces Completion of Liquidation of Sentry Select Canadian Income Exchange Fund Portfolio

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:22:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - Sentry Select Capital Inc. ("Sentry Select") is pleased to announce Sentry Select Canadian Income Exchange Fund (the "Fund") has completed the liquidation of the portfolio and will terminate on July 10, 2009 (the "Final Distribution Date"). On the Final Distribution Date, unitholders of the Fund will receive Series A units of Sentry Select Canadian Income Fund on a net asset value basis as of the close of business on July 10, 2009. A distribution of $0.071 per fund unit will be paid in cash on or before July 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on June 30, 2009.

Approximately 2,200 Acres Sell for $886,471 in Albert Burney Auction

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT

MADRAS, OR--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - Bidders snapped up approximately 2,200 acres of rarely traded land south of Lake Billy Chinook for $886,471 Saturday in an auction managed by Albert Burney Auction Company.

The three-and-a-half hour auction attracted 40 bidders who focused on smaller parcels of land near the lake, according to Warren Ward, president of the auction company.

"There was great deal of interest leading up to the auction, so we knew we'd have a strong field of bidders. We conducted 85 tours of the land so people could actually come and see the parcels they wanted to bid on," said Ward.

Ambassador Energy Induces a Seismic Shift in Renewable Energy Sales and Training Through Its "Business in a Box"

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:00:00 EDT

The Consolidated, Efficient Platform Gives Nationwide Network of Independent Agents the Tools, Education and Supplies Needed to Meet Growing Consumer Demand for Solar Energy

IAS360 House Price Index Marks One-Year Anniversary

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:42:00 EDT

Innovative Methodology Earning Praise in Stressed Housing Market

Atlantic Energy Solutions Awarded Second Long Island School District Project

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:02:00 EDT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - Atlantic Energy Solutions, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AESO) is pleased to announce that they have been awarded with their second multi-million dollar energy efficiency project from a Long Island, NY School District.

This exciting project entails a new 400kw solar photovoltaic system, a 500kw cogeneration system, IT Network Management, weatherization, major HVAC renovations, and boiler and lighting replacement.

Calloway Real Estate Investment Trust Closes $75 Million Series D Senior Unsecured Debenture Issue

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:01:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES OR OVER UNITED STATES WIRE SERVICES. Calloway Real Estate Investment Trust ("Calloway") (TSX:CWT.UN), Canada's largest owner of large format unenclosed retail properties, announced today that it has closed the issue of $75 million principal amount of Series D senior unsecured debentures announced on June 17, 2009. The debentures carry a coupon rate of 7.95% and will mature on June 30, 2014. The offering involved a syndicate of agents co-led by RBC Capital Markets and CIBC World Markets Inc. and included BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc., TD Securities Inc. and Scotia Capital Inc. RBC Capital Markets acted as sole bookrunner. Dominion Bond Rating Service has provided Calloway with a credit rating of BBB with a stable trend relating to the debentures. Calloway will use the net proceeds from the offering of approximately $74.3 million to pay down amounts outstanding under its current credit facilities.

Great Books Foundation Publishes Centennial Edition of the Plan of Chicago

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Commemorates the 100-Year Anniversary of the Original Publication of the Plan; Offers Most Affordable Edition in Print With Highest Quality Illustrations Available

Advanced Telemetry and HVAC Companies Partner to Better Serve Businesses Striving to Reduce Energy and Resource Usage, Utility Bills and Carbon Emissions

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:30:00 EDT

Pannell Mechanical and Monza Energy Systems Now Distributing Advanced Telemetry's 'EcoView Commercial' Energy Management System to Address Enormous Marketplace Demand Among Businesses Seeking Cost-Effective Ways to 'Go Green' and Boost Bottom Lines; Company Continues to Vet Prospective EcoView Commercial Distributors Throughout the U.S.

Olin Prepares to Begin Demolition of Former Chlorine Unit in Louisiana, an Industrial Info News Alert

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:02:00 EDT

SUGAR LAND, TX--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- Earlier this quarter, Olin Corporation (NYSE:OLN) (Clayton, Missouri) completed construction of a major technology conversion project that eliminated mercury-cell technology from its Saint Gabriel, Louisiana, chlorine manufacturing plant. The completion of this project is consistent with the efforts of PPG Industries Incorporated (NYSE:PPG) (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) and other industry peers that formerly produced chlorine from mercury-cell technology.

Goodfellow Reports Its Results for Q3-2009

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:59:00 EDT

DELSON, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Goodfellow Inc. (TSX:GDL) announced today its financial results for the third quarter ended May 31, 2009. Consolidated sales reached $110.2 million compared to $131.5 million a year ago. Results from operations for the third quarter of fiscal 2009 show a net income of $2.1 million or $0.24 per share compared to $1.7 million or $0.20 per share a year ago. The third quarter of fiscal 2009 was impacted by the overall slowdown in the Canadian and US economy combined with the depressed housing market on both sides of the border. The Company's gross margin increased to an average of 19.1% compared to 18.1% last year impacted by a strong performance of our traditional value-added product mix. In addition, the Company focused on controlling its operating costs to adapt to the business conditions which remained difficult. With the weakened economy and tight credit conditions, additional bad debt provisions were taken during the third quarter. Fin

Goodfellow annonce ses r�sultats pour le troisi�me trimestre 2009

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:59:00 EDT

DELSON, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 29 juin 2009) - Goodfellow inc. (TSX:GDL) annonce aujourd'hui ses r�sultats financiers pour le troisi�me trimestre se terminant le 31 mai 2009. Le chiffre d'affaires consolid� s'est �lev� � 110,2 millions $ compar� � 131,5 millions $ l'an dernier. La Soci�t� a d�gag� un b�n�fice net de 2,1 millions $ ou 0,24 $ par action comparativement � un b�n�fice net de 1,7 million $ ou 0,20 $ par action il y a un an. Le troisi�me trimestre de l'exercice financier 2009 a �t� affect� par le ralentissement de l'�conomie canadienne et am�ricaine en plus du march� de l'immobilier � la baisse des deux c�t�s de la fronti�re. Les marges b�n�ficiaires de la Soci�t� ont augment� � une moyenne de 19,1 % comparativement � 18,1 % l'an dernier, refl�tant la bonne performance de nos produits traditionnels � valeur ajout�e. De plus, la Soci�t� a mis l'accent sur le contr�le des co�ts d'op�ration afin de s'adapter � la conjoncture �conomique, laquelle s'est av�r�e difficile. Consid�ra

Brampton Brick Announces Completion of New $30 Million Term Financing

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:11:00 EDT

BRAMPTON, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Brampton Brick Limited (TSX:BBL.A) reported today that it has completed its previously announced new $30,000,000 long-term financing. A portion of the proceeds of the new financing were utilized to repay a $20,000,000 term bank loan. The balance will be utilized for general corporate purposes. The term of the loan is seven years with interest only for the first two years. Principal repayments commence in July 2011 at $500,000 per month in the months of July to November inclusive ($2,500,000 per year) to 2015, and a balloon payment of $17,500,000 in June 2016. The rate of interest is fixed at 8.00%.

Behringer Harvard Announces Success of Its Offers to Purchase the IPC US Real Estate Investment Trust Debentures

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:43:00 EDT

6% Convertible Unsecured Subordinated Debentures Due November 30, 2014 and 5.75% Convertible Unsecured Subordinated Debentures Due September 30, 2012

Lennox International Heats Up Supply Chain With Strategic Inventory Solution From ToolsGroup

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:30:00 EDT

Leading HVAC Manufacturer Deploys New Technology to Manage Key Inventory Functions More Efficiently

Binswanger Named Exclusive Agent for Sale of Major Building in Columbia City, Indiana

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:26:00 EDT

ATLANTA, GA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Binswanger has been named exclusive agent by Autoliv for the sale of a one-story, 247,691 sq. ft. building with acreage at 4868 East Park 30 Drive in Columbia City, Indiana.

This outstanding facility features 6" reinforced concrete floors; insulated metal panel walls; ceiling heights to 26' clear; steel columns spaced 50' x 50'; all utilities; 100% wet sprinkler system; 21,440 sq. ft. of modern, air-conditioned office space; two air compressors; 5-ton crane; 15 dock-high truck doors and three drive-in doors.

Gemini Corporation Appoints New CEO

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:00:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Gemini Corporation (TSX VENTURE:GKX) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Doug Lautermilch as President and CEO. Mr. Lautermilch is a professional engineer with an MBA and thirty years of increasing responsibility in a number of organizations within the energy industry. He has held a variety of executive management positions over the past 10 years giving him the experience necessary to successfully lead an entrepreneurial organization such as Gemini. His most recent position was as President and CEO of a mid-size oil sands service provider. Prior to that, he participated at the executive level in the growth of two multi-billion dollar organizations involved in oil and gas services and power generation. His knowledge of the service industry from both an engineering and field service perspective aligns well with our organization and will be of significant benefit as Gemini seeks to execute its strategic growth plans.

Sundance Vacations Honored With Pride of Place Award From Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:46:00 EDT

WILKES-BARRE, PA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Sundance Vacations was recently honored with the 2009 Pride of Place Award from the Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce.

The Pride of Place awards recognize local businesses that have created and changed their facilities and in the process, significantly enhanced the community. The ceremony was held on June 24th at Genetti's Hotel in Wilkes-Barre, PA, and was sponsored by Geisinger Health System and Geisinger Health Plan of the Wyoming Valley. The luncheon honored Sundance Vacations for the Restoration/Renovation/Remodeling on the company's corporate office. "It's only fitting that one of the Best Places to Work in PA should also have one of the best renovations," said Founder John Dowd.

Renaissance Lights Up Garage With 302 Albeo C-Series LED Light Fixtures

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:00:00 EDT

Albeo's Award Winning C-Series Reduces Energy Usage by 55% Saving 2 Million Pounds of CO2 Emissions

Developers Diversified Realty Announces the Date of Its Second Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:35:00 EDT

CLEVELAND, OH--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Developers Diversified Realty (NYSE: DDR), the leading owner, manager and developer of market-dominant shopping centers, today announced that financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2009, will be released after the market closes on Thursday, July 23, 2009. The Company will conduct a conference call and audio webcast on Friday, July 24, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. EDT.

To access the conference, dial 866.713.8310 (domestic), or 617.597.5308 (international) at least ten minutes prior to the scheduled start of the call. When prompted, provide the passcode: 44290644.

Johnny Rockets Seeking Franchise Partner in Taiwan

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

All-American Restaurant Chain Announces Availability of Key Market

New Advances in Post Frame Construction: Irvin Goodon Industries Offers the Best in the Industry

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

WESTEROSE, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Irvin Goodon Industries Ltd. is pleased to announce that metal pricing has finally stabilized after several seasons of volatility. "Sales are strong for the 2009 season, and we have more crews ready to build the riding arena, insulated shop or machine shed of your dreams" says co-owner Trevor Hicks. In addition to this settling in metal pricing, Goodon Industries have also taken yet another step to ensure they are at the top of the competition in post frame construction by exclusively providing a higher quality of metal than anyone else in the industry. They use only .0150 metal, making a Goodon building the best building available.

Expert Group Welcomes President of Sales

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:44:00 EDT

MIAMI, FL--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Expert Group, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: EXPU) is pleased to welcome our new President of Sales Andrew Figueroa. Former US Navy Specialist and Veteran Loan originator, Andrew has originated over 100 Million dollars in mortgages in his career. Mr. Figueroa brings over a decade of sales training and Management experience to Expert Group. With our aggressive growth strategy, Andrew's professionalism and experience allows Expert to forge ahead with our expansions.

Construction and Project Management Driven by Pride and Performance, Westcon Incorporated, a Feature of "Industry Today" on Industrialinfo.com

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:01:00 EDT

SUGAR LAND, TX--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) will host special guest Westcon, Incorporated (Bismarck, North Dakota) on this week's "Industry Today." Westcon is a leader in construction and project management with a reputation based on immediate response and performance you can count on. Westcon maintains an outstanding reputation for providing mechanical, civil, structural, and equipment setting expertise in a multitude of environments and locations in national and international markets for both capital and maintenance projects.

Self Storage Website USstoragesearch.com Redesigned to Provide Real-Time Functionality for Members' Online Reservations

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:00:00 EDT

OMAHA, NE--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - USstoragesearch.com announced today the launch of their newly designed website which gives customers the ability to not only find and compare storage in their local area, but also to reserve a unit online. The new site is the only website of its kind in the self storage industry to display the real-time inventory of their members and make real-time reservations.

Ireland's Bord G�is Says First CCGT Plant "On Schedule," an Industrial Info News Alert

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:01:00 EDT

GALWAY, IRELAND--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- Ireland's natural gas company, Bord G�is (Cork), says that the construction of its first power plant is on track, following the award of the operations and maintenance contract to GE Energy Services, part of the General Electric Company (NYSE:GE) (Fairfield, Connecticut). Bord G�is began construction of its 445-megawatt (MW) combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plant at Whitegate, County Cork, on the southwest coast of Ireland, in 2007 and expects to commence first firing in December of this year. The plant is scheduled to be fully operational by July 2010.

RT Brokerage Services Proves Consumer-Choice Real Estate Works

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 03:01:00 EDT

SEATTLE, WA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Can a Former Urban Planner and Startup Expert Revolutionize the Real Estate Industry? That is exactly the bet that RT Brokerage Services CEO Louis Herrera is making. "Our consumer-choice approach to real estate is truly transparent. We let our clients decide how we are compensated. We believe consumers should have and want an option for engaging real estate agents just like they would with any other professional service provider where they only pay for what they use," says Herrera. "And our time-accountable REAL estate TRANACTIONS� model gives consumers and agents exactly that opportunity."

Florida Foreclosure Defense Attorney Offers Free Foreclosure Webinar

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT

Roy Oppenheim Presents Webinar on Foreclosure Strategies to Effectively Defend Florida Homeowners From Foreclosure

iLOOKABOUT Announces Progress in Property Tax Assessment Market Vertical

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:17:00 EDT

LONDON, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - June 26, 2009) - iLOOKABOUT Corp. (TSX VENTURE:ILA) (the "Company") announced today its progress within the property assessment market across North America to provide visual data via StreetScape images within a number of Counties, Provinces and States within Canada and the US. "We are extremely pleased with our progress in property assessment," commented Jeff Young, President and CEO of iLOOKABOUT. "Working with Town, City, County and Provincial property data aggregation organizations, as well as private sector property tax assessment firms, we have seen significant growth in both completed transactions and pipeline opportunities which are at different stages of completion."

Madison Condominiums Near East Towne Promoted via Social Media

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 19:14:00 EDT

Madison Real Estate Management Company & New York Developer Reach Out to First-Time Home Buyers to Sell Madison Condos