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East Orange Nonprofit Isaiah House Hosts 'Gala of Gratitude' to Mark 35th Anniversary, Announce Expansion

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

MAPLEWOOD, N.J., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The social services nonprofit organization Isaiah House today announced that its 35th-anniversary celebration, "Gala of Gratitude," will take place Oct. 27 to celebrate more than three decades of helping individuals and families of Essex County. At the gala, the organization will announce the expansion of its 14th Street facility with a new re-entry program for women leaving incarceration.

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  • At the gala, the organization will announce the expansion of its 14th Street facility with a new re-entry program for women leaving incarceration.
  • "I am immensely grateful to the community and our dedicated supporters who have stood by us for 35 years," said Zammeah Bivins-Gibson, executive director of Isaiah House.
  • Since its founding in 1988, Isaiah House has helped nearly 10,000 people, providing shelter, nourishment and support to vulnerable families and individuals in Essex County.
  • As well as two Isaiah House staff members, Nancy Hicks-Saleem, deputy director and Stacy Rodgers, program director.

Framebridge Opens Sixth DMV-Area Location in Old Town Alexandria

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Friday, October 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Framebridge, the Washington, DC-based custom framing brand, announces the upcoming opening of its sixth DMV-area location in the heart of Old Town Alexandria on Friday, October 6th. 

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  • DC-based custom framing brand expands local footprint, unveiling reimagined flagship 14th Street store and debuting in Old Town on October 6th
    WASHINGTON, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Framebridge , the Washington, DC-based custom framing brand, announces the upcoming opening of its sixth DMV-area location in the heart of Old Town Alexandria on Friday, October 6th.
  • The opening of the Old Town Alexandria location located at 1308 King Street marks an exciting moment of continued growth in the brand's hometown.
  • "We are incredibly proud to be opening a Framebridge store in Old Town Alexandria," said CEO and Founder, Susan Tynan.
  • Framebridge's Old Town Alexandria location officially opens on Friday, October 6th.

MINT HOUSE ANNOUNCES FIRST LOCATION IN DOWNTOWN WASHINGTON, D.C.

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

NEW YORK, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mint House, the premier tech-enabled flexible living option that offers spacious, premium apartment-style accommodations across the U.S., announced today the impending opening of Mint House Downtown Washington D.C, located at 1010 Vermont Avenue NW in the heart of the nation's capital; set to open in early 2025.

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  • While the company's real estate footprint has more than doubled nationally in the past two years, this transaction marks Mint House's first foray into Downtown Washington, D.C.
    Mint House Downtown Washington, DC provides a premium, stay-on-demand offering that gives guests the option of nightly, short-term, or long-term living.
  • Located just steps away from McPherson Square Park, Mint House Downtown Washington D.C. is surrounded by distinguished restaurants, shops and businesses.
  • "We're very much looking forward to working alongside the Altus team in designing, opening and operating Mint House's first Washington D.C. location in the months to come."
  • Mint House provides more options for guests, both accommodating the growing need for short term housing and catering to travelers looking to spend time in any of Mint House's prime locations.

Conversation with Debra Tice, Mother of Austin Tice, Polk Award-winning Journalist Held in Syria Since 2012

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Monday, May 1, 2023

Where: National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW Washington, DC 20045 13th floor, Zenger Room

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  • Where: National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW Washington, DC 20045 13th floor, Zenger Room
    The National Press Club is hosting a news conference with Debra Tice, mother of award-winning journalist Austin Tice who has been held in Syria since 2012.
  • Mrs. Tice is here for meetings with the Administration and her intergovernmental team.
  • Austin and Evan are currently the only two US journalists being held overseas.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.

Small Door Veterinary Expands to Washington D.C. With New 14th Street Location

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Small Door Inc., a tech-enabled, membership-based veterinary care provider that operates under the brand Small Door Veterinary, today announced its expansion into Washington, D.C. with the planned April 5th opening of its state-of-the-art practice on 14th Street (2110 14th Street, NW).

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  • Small Door Inc., a tech-enabled, membership-based veterinary care provider that operates under the brand Small Door Veterinary, today announced its expansion into Washington, D.C. with the planned April 5th opening of its state-of-the-art practice on 14th Street (2110 14th Street, NW).
  • This opening in D.C. marks the seventh location across three markets that Small Door Veterinary has entered, with five New York City locations and a Boston practice that opened in January.
  • "After several years building successful practices in New York City, and more recently Boston, we are excited to bring Small Door to my hometown of Washington DC.
  • To be one of the first to experience the Small Door difference in the D.C. area, visit: smalldoorvet.com/locations/washington-dc/14th-st .

Clark Breaks Ground on Metro's Northern Bus Garage Reconstruction Project

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Once complete, the new Northern Bus Garage will be the first Metro facility that will support a fully zero-emission bus fleet.

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  • Once complete, the new Northern Bus Garage will be the first Metro facility that will support a fully zero-emission bus fleet.
  • "Clark has been a part of the DC community just as long as the Northern Bus Facility itself," said Phil Sheridan, senior vice president at Clark Construction Group.
  • Since 2019, the Northern Bus Garage has been out of service as the reconstruction planning efforts got underway.
  • The Northern Bus Garage is listed in the National Register of Historic Places as well as the D.C.

The Martin Group Announces Acquisition of Anton Edge & Alice House Apartments

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023

OAKLAND, Calif., Jan. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Martin Group and STARS REI today announced the acquisition of two apartment properties located in Oakland, California.

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., Jan. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Martin Group and STARS REI today announced the acquisition of two apartment properties located in Oakland, California.
  • On December 19th, the partners closed on the acquisition of Anton Edge, a brand-new 91-unit luxury apartment complex located in the heart of Oakland's Pill Hill neighborhood.
  • On December 28th, the partners closed on the recapitalization of Alice House, a recently completed 79-unit luxury apartment complex located in Oakland's Lakeside neighborhood.
  • Anton Edge will be rebranded as Edson House and operated in conjunction with Alice House to create a 170-unit portfolio.

Martha’s Table Names Community Champion Tiffany Williams as President and CEO

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Friday, December 16, 2022

Today, Martha's Table announced the Board of Directors' unanimous decision to appoint Tiffany Williams as its new President and CEO following an extensive national search.

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  • Today, Martha's Table announced the Board of Directors' unanimous decision to appoint Tiffany Williams as its new President and CEO following an extensive national search.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221216005033/en/
    Tiffany Williams, President & CEO of Martha's Table (Photo: Business Wire)
    Williams brings more than 25 years of experience as a dynamic education and nonprofit leader; she has held key leadership roles at Marthas Table for eight years, most recently as the interim chief executive officer.
  • Our search process was informed by community input, and her exemplary record as a collaborator and bridge-builder with our neighbors and staff has been evident since her early tenure at Martha's Table.
  • For over 40 years, Marthas Table has supported strong children, strong families, and strong communities by increasing access to quality education, health and wellness, and family resources.

GENESIS HOUSE CELEBRATES ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH HIGH LINE PARTNERSHIP, WINTER LIGHTS INSTALLATION

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Genesis House celebrates one year of Korean cultural expression, fine dining, and discovery in the heart New York's Meatpacking District

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  • Genesis House celebrates one year of Korean cultural expression, fine dining, and discovery in the heart New York's Meatpacking District
    NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Genesis celebrated the one-year anniversary of Genesis House with the start of its Winter Lights installation in partnership with the Friends of the High Line.
  • A unique spacein the heart of New York City's Meatpacking District, Genesis House introduces visitors to the Genesis brand through Korean cultural experiences.
  • As the first-ever Presenting Automotive Partner of the High Line, Genesis Motor America is kicking off a new multiyear partnership with Friends of the High Line by creating a Winter Lights installation takes inspiration from the vehicle-to-load (V2L) capabilities found on all Genesis electric vehicles, and the roof line of the Electrified GV70.
  • "Seeing the Winter Lights installation light up the High Line is the perfect way to kick off this festive season," said Joshua David, Friends of the High Line co-founder and interim executive director.

Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) Hosts Annual Awards Luncheon

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) a public-private partnership that promotes the use of clean, American transportation fuels, improved air quality and environmental justice and will host its Annual Awards Luncheon and Conference on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at the National Press Club, 529, 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC, at 11am.  

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  • The Conference Will Recognize Champions of Clean Energy, Transportation and Environmental Equity and Justice
    WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC)a public-private partnership that promotes the use of clean, American transportation fuels, improved air quality and environmental justiceand will host its Annual Awards Luncheon and Conference on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at the National Press Club, 529, 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC, at 11am.
  • Some of the guest speakers include: Hon.
  • This conference is a combination of celebration, education and a call to action," stated Antoine M. Thompson, Executive Director of the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition.
  • Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC), focused on the Washington, D.C. metro area, one of nearly 80 coalitions in the U.S. that fosters economic, environmental, and energy security by working locally to advance affordable, domestic transportation fuels, energy efficient mobility systems, and other fuel-saving technologies and practices.