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Wellsboro, Pennsylvania Named Ninth Best Fall Town in the U.S. for Foliage

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Monday, September 25, 2023

The town of Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, located in the heart of the Potter-Tioga region, has been recognized by Country Living as one of the 55 Best Fall Towns in the U.S. for Foliage .

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  • The town of Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, located in the heart of the Potter-Tioga region, has been recognized by Country Living as one of the 55 Best Fall Towns in the U.S. for Foliage .
  • Wellsboro ranked ninth on the magazine’s list, which specifically praises the nearby Pennsylvania Grand Canyon as “an absolute must-see when covered in beautiful foliage.” This recognition further endorses the beauty of the Potter and Tioga counties region, which was named the Best Outdoor Destination in Pennsylvania by the New World Report Travel Awards earlier this year.
  • “The Potter-Tioga region’s spectacular vistas and quaint mountain towns have long been a popular destination for those seeking to enjoy the fall colors in Pennsylvania.
  • The best fall colors can be observed across Central Pennsylvania from late September through the end of October.

OHBA Congratulates the 2023 Awards of Distinction Winners

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Collingwood, Ontario, Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) is pleased to announce the 2023 OHBA Awards of Distinction (AoD) winners.

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  • Collingwood, Ontario, Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) is pleased to announce the 2023 OHBA Awards of Distinction (AoD) winners.
  • This annual awards program recognizes the creativity, innovation, and excellence of builders, renovators, developers, and service professionals within Ontario’s dynamic residential construction industry.
  • Categories span seven groupings, including architectural design, renovation, room design, image & advertising, on-site sales presentation, and the coveted prestige awards.
  • The winners were revealed last night at the AoD Gala presented by Federated Insurance and hosted by comedian and TV personality Graham Chittenden.

LuxUrban Hotels Adds Three New Properties to Trademark Collection® by Wyndham

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

Inclusive of these three properties, the Company has onboarded six LuxUrban hotel properties onto the Wyndham brand and operating platform.

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  • Inclusive of these three properties, the Company has onboarded six LuxUrban hotel properties onto the Wyndham brand and operating platform.
  • This 216-room boutique hotel offers quiet accommodations, tasteful décor, and room selection to fit any need.
  • This boutique, 76-room hotel, which is currently closed, is expected to join the Wyndham platform in connection with its planned reopening.
  • “We are very excited to be adding these new properties to the Wyndham brand and operating platform,” said Brian Ferdinand, Chairman, and CEO of LuxUrban Hotels.

Chinese and American teenagers sing for peace on the Int'l Day of Peace

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Sunday, September 24, 2023

GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from GDToday: 

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  • As a steamer blows its whistle, it changes into a peace dove that is flying across the Pacific Ocean.
  • Teenagers from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and New York presented a virtual chorus together.
  • The International Day of Peace, observed around the world annually on 21 September, was adopted by a resolution of the United Nations General Assembly.
  • Meanwhile, the 3rd Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Culture & Arts Festival fired up the passion for art in the bay areas.

North Carolina Department of Transportation and Beep Launch Autonomous Shuttle Pilot Project at UNC Charlotte

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

LAKE NONA, Fla., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beep Inc., a leading provider of autonomous and electric shared mobility solutions, today announced a second project with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) as part of its Connected Autonomous Shuttle Supporting Innovation (CASSI) program. The project brings shared autonomous mobility to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte), showcasing the role of advanced technology in clean, connected campus transportation. The six-month pilot project will enable NCDOT and the university's faculty, staff and students to research and evaluate the vehicle and service in a real-world, campus environment.

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  • LAKE NONA, Fla., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beep Inc., a leading provider of autonomous and electric shared mobility solutions, today announced a second project with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) as part of its Connected Autonomous Shuttle Supporting Innovation (CASSI) program.
  • The project brings shared autonomous mobility to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte), showcasing the role of advanced technology in clean, connected campus transportation.
  • "This project reflects a commitment from UNC Charlotte and NCDOT to use new and advanced technologies to improve public transportation and meet our future needs," said NCDOT Secretary Eric Boyette.
  • "We are proud that the North Carolina Department of Transportation has again placed its trust in Beep to play an ongoing role in the CASSI program statewide," said Beep CEO Joe Moye.

Media Advisory: 137 Ontario Victims Of Impaired Driving Will Be Honoured On New Memorial Monument

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

BRAMPTON, Ontario, Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada’s new Ontario Memorial Monument, engraved with the names of 137 victims of impaired driving, will be unveiled at Brampton’s Chinguacousy Park on Saturday, September 9th.

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  • BRAMPTON, Ontario, Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada’s new Ontario Memorial Monument, engraved with the names of 137 victims of impaired driving, will be unveiled at Brampton’s Chinguacousy Park on Saturday, September 9th.
  • The Memorial Monument is a powerful and lasting way to pay tribute to the innocent victims of impairment-related crashes.
  • The ceremony will include a candlelight vigil for the victims, followed by the first public viewing of the Monument.
  • Media are invited to attend the Ontario Memorial Monument unveiling and inaugural ceremony.

In-Car Payment Solutions Market Growth Trends - Number of Connected Cars Globally is Forecast to See Double-Digit CAGR Growth Between 2023 and 2027

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

DUBLIN, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Global In-Car Payment Market and Trends 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Global In-Car Payment Market and Trends 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Thus, the direct payment option is integrated into the vehicle, and the driver authorizes the payment through various verification techniques, ranging from fingerprint authorization to iris recognition.
  • The rising adoption of in-car payment solutions is expected to surpass 5 billion transactions by 2026.
  • Several stakeholders, such as payment companies, OEMs, and parking companies, are committed to offering in-car payment solutions.

FACIAL AESTHETICS CONTINUES ITS EXPANSION

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

SUPERIOR, Colo., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Facial Aesthetics, Colorado's premier medical spa of 30 years, opens its fourth location in Superior, Colorado. The opening of this clinic will provide a convenient option for new and existing clients who wish to invest in their skin health and aesthetic wellness by seeking treatments in skin care, injectables and/or non-surgical body sculpting. The clinic is located at 602 Center Drive, Suite E, Superior, Colorado, 80027.

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  • SUPERIOR, Colo., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Facial Aesthetics, Colorado's premier medical spa of 30 years, opens its fourth location in Superior, Colorado.
  • As the first to introduce injectables and innovative skin care technologies, Facial Aesthetics paved the way for non-surgical aesthetics in Colorado.
  • All clinicians undergo a detailed onboarding of training modules and practical experience that has been created by both Pamela and Facial Aesthetics Medical Director and world-renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. John A. Grossman – two trailblazing industry leaders unique to Facial Aesthetics.
  • As the aesthetics industry grows, it's the intention of Facial Aesthetics to keep growing with it.

David Salcfas Joins Hard Rock Hotel New York as General Manager

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

NEW YORK, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hard Rock Hotel New York is thrilled to announce the appointment of David Salcfas as General Manager. With an illustrious hospitality career that spans nearly four decades, Salcfas brings extraordinary vision and expertise to this position, as he leads the 446-key Midtown Manhattan star towards new heights of distinction.

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  • NEW YORK, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hard Rock Hotel New York is thrilled to announce the appointment of David Salcfas as General Manager.
  • Salcfas joins Hard Rock Hotel New York after an extensive, distinguished tenure with Marriott International where he made tremendous impact as an Executive Committee member across a portfolio of 16 hotels and five brands.
  • Highlights included Hotel Manager postings for the Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park, and the New York Marriott Marquis.
  • As a devoted music fan, Salcfas appreciates how music is seamlessly woven into the fabric of Hard Rock Hotel New York.

Over 2,500 SEIU Local 2 Janitors Ratify Historic Deal in Vancouver and Beyond

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Over 2,500 SEIU Local 2 janitors ratified a historical two-year deal.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Over 2,500 SEIU Local 2 janitors ratified a historical two-year deal.
  • Agnes Estimo works with Best Service Pros at Metrotown and is on the Justice for Janitors Vancouver Branch Local Executive.
  • She was also part of the bargaining committee and understands the enthusiasm with which cleaners have received the Agreement.
  • “Happy to support the SEIU Local 2 membership at the Justice for Janitors Picnic in Central Park today!” said Mayor of Burnaby Hurley through Twitter on Monday.