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Pennsylvania AFL-CIO Celebrates Electoral Victory with Statewide and Local Wins

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Wednesday, November 6, 2019

While so many pundits and papers focus on the 2020 election cycle, thousands of local and statewide officials were elected to office across Pennsylvania Tuesday.

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  • While so many pundits and papers focus on the 2020 election cycle, thousands of local and statewide officials were elected to office across Pennsylvania Tuesday.
  • Once results become official, we intend to publish a full list of union members who were elected to public office.
  • "We are proud of the thousand-plus union members that ran for state and local offices in communities across our Commonwealth.
  • There is no better way to ensure that working people are represented than through the election of card-carrying union members.

The Birmingham Commonwealth Games [HL] Bill 2019-20

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Friday, November 1, 2019

House of Commons Library

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  • House of Commons Library

    This Library Paper has been published for the second reading of the Birmingham Commonwealth Games Bill [HL] 2019-20.

  • The 2022 Commonwealth Games will take place in Birmingham between 27 July and 7August 2022.
  • The Birmingham Commonwealth Games Bill [HL] 2019-20 was introduced in the House of Commons on 24 October 2019.
  • The Bill would bringforward temporary measures to support the delivery of the 2022 Games.

The Birmingham Commonwealth Games [HL] Bill 2017-19 to 2019-20

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019

House of Commons Library

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  • House of Commons Library

    The Library will be publishing a Briefing Paper for the second reading of the Birmingham Commonwealth Games Bill [HL] 2017-19 to 2019-20.

  • The 2022 Commonwealth Games will take place in Birmingham between 27 July and 7August 2022.
  • The Birmingham Commonwealth Games Bill [HL] 2017-19 to 2019-20 was originally introduced in the House of Lords on 5 June 2019.
  • The measures would:

    The Bill, Explanatory Notes, and documents relating to the Bill are available from the parliamentary website.

Ceylon Announces Closing Non-Brokered Private Placement

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Thursday, October 17, 2019

TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ceylon Graphite Corp. (Ceylon or Company) (TSX-V: CYL) is pleased to announce that it has closed the first tranche of its previously announced non-brokered private placement of units.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ceylon Graphite Corp. (Ceylon or Company) (TSX-V: CYL) is pleased to announce that it has closed the first tranche of its previously announced non-brokered private placement of units.
  • Each Unit is comprised of one (1) Ceylon Common Share and one warrant ("Warrant"), with each Warrant entitling the holder thereof to acquire one (1) Ceylon Common Share at a price of $0.15 per share for a period of two (2) years from the date of Closing, subject to acceleration.
  • All the securities issued will be subject to a four-month hold period from the date of closing.
  • The Company paid finder fees of $16,000 to BMO Nesbit Burns in connection with the closing of this tranche.

Executive Producer Rosario Dawson Presents Nana Ghana's Timely Documentary Celebrating the Female Voice, LA WOMAN RISING

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Wednesday, October 16, 2019

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- LA WOMAN RISING, a documentary by Nana Ghana, described as "a love letter to the real and diverse women of Los Angeles," includes original poems narrated by Executive Producer Rosario Dawson.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- LA WOMAN RISING, a documentary by Nana Ghana, described as "a love letter to the real and diverse women of Los Angeles," includes original poems narrated by Executive Producer Rosario Dawson.
  • LA WOMAN RISING is also produced by Nana Ghana and Chris Panizzon, whose previous credits include POLITICAL ANIMALS and WHITE RABBIT.
  • "While I grew up in Ghana in a house full of women, I finally became a 'woman' in LA.
  • Executive Producer Rosario Dawson says, "I'm excited to join forces with Nana to spotlight the awakening of previously unheard female voices from around the globe."

FIJI Water Unveils Multifaceted Initiative To Transform Its Use Of Plastic

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Wednesday, October 16, 2019

1 premium imported bottled water in the U.S., announced today a multifaceted initiative to transform its use of plastic while promoting a circular economy.

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  • 1 premium imported bottled water in the U.S., announced today a multifaceted initiative to transform its use of plastic while promoting a circular economy.
  • "The transition to 100 percent rPET is the cornerstone of our comprehensive approach to sustainability," said Elizabeth Stephenson, president of FIJI Water.
  • FIJI Water, natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji islands), is the No.
  • Known for its iconic square bottle, soft mouthfeel and unique mineral profile, FIJI Water is the water of choice among discerning consumers and top chefs.

Royal Caribbean Announces Lelepa, Vanuatu Is Perfect For "Perfect Day"

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Tuesday, October 15, 2019

SYDNEY, Oct. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Vanuatu, one of the natural gems of the South Pacific, will be the new home of Royal Caribbean's newest private island destination Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu.

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  • SYDNEY, Oct. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Vanuatu, one of the natural gems of the South Pacific, will be the new home of Royal Caribbean's newest private island destination Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu.
  • The announcement of the new project was made by Vanuatu's Prime Minister, Charlot Salwai, and Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley.
  • The Ni-Vanuatu people look forward to welcoming Royal Caribbean guests from around the world to enjoy extraordinary adventures and relaxation during their Perfect Day at Lelepa."
  • Bayley said, "Anyone who has encountered the tremendous natural beauty of Lelepa can understand why it is the perfect setting for 'Perfect Day.'

Ingersoll Rand Declares Quarterly Dividend

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Thursday, October 3, 2019

The Board of Directors for Ingersoll-Rand plc (NYSE:IR), a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments, declared a quarterly dividend of $0.53 cents per ordinary share, payable December 31, 2019, to shareholders of record on December 6, 2019.

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  • The Board of Directors for Ingersoll-Rand plc (NYSE:IR), a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments, declared a quarterly dividend of $0.53 cents per ordinary share, payable December 31, 2019, to shareholders of record on December 6, 2019.
  • Ingersoll Rand has paid consecutive quarterly cash dividends on its common shares since 1919 and annual dividends since 1910.
  • Ingersoll Rand (NYSE:IR) advances the quality of life by creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments.
  • Our people and our family of brands including Club Car , Ingersoll Rand , Thermo King and Trane work together to enhance the quality and comfort of air in homes and buildings; transport and protect food and perishables; and increase industrial productivity and efficiency.

Ingersoll Rand Schedules Third-Quarter 2019 Earnings Conference Call

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Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Ingersoll-Rand plc (NYSE:IR), a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments, will host a conference call to discuss its third-quarter 2019 financial results on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at 10 a.m.

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  • Ingersoll-Rand plc (NYSE:IR), a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments, will host a conference call to discuss its third-quarter 2019 financial results on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at 10 a.m.
  • The company will issue its third-quarter 2019 earnings release and earnings presentation in advance of the call; both will be available on the Ingersoll Rand website.
  • A real-time, listen-only webcast of the conference call will be broadcast live over the internet.
  • Ingersoll Rand (NYSE:IR) advances the quality of life by creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments.

Rand Capital Portfolio Company, OnCore Golf, Announces “First-of-its-Kind” Golf & Sports Entertainment Complex

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Thursday, September 26, 2019

Rand Capital Corporation (Nasdaq: RAND) (Rand or Rand Capital), a business development company, announced that one of its portfolio companies, OnCore Golf Technology, Inc. plans to build a first-of-its-kind year-round sports entertainment complex, including a fully-integrated hotel in Buffalo, NY.

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  • Rand Capital Corporation (Nasdaq: RAND) (Rand or Rand Capital), a business development company, announced that one of its portfolio companies, OnCore Golf Technology, Inc. plans to build a first-of-its-kind year-round sports entertainment complex, including a fully-integrated hotel in Buffalo, NY.
  • Allen F. (Pete) Grum, President and Chief Executive Officer of Rand Capital, added, OnCore Golf has been at the forefront of golf ball technology advancement since its inception in 2011.
  • With headquarters in Buffalo, NY, OnCore Golf is a cutting edge golf ball technology company with a big heart.
  • OnCore Golf is also the first company to offer an entire suite of patented perimeter weighting golf ball designs.