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Iris Energy Announces Monthly Investor Update for September 2023

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

SYDNEY, Australia, Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Iris Energy Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) ("Iris Energy" or "the Company"), a leading owner and operator of institutional-grade, highly efficient proprietary Bitcoin mining data centers powered by 100% renewable energy, today published a monthly investor update for August 2023, containing its results from operations as well as business updates.

Key Points: 
  • Iris Energy partnered with AI Hardware and Systems and presented at the 6th Annual AI Hardware & Edge AI Summit, September 12-14, 2023.
  • The Iris Energy team discussed the Company’s next-generation data centers capable of powering Bitcoin, AI and beyond:
    Canal Flats update (0.8 EH/s, 30MW capacity) – BC, Canada
    Canal Flats has been powered by 100% renewable energy since inception10.
  • The project achieved average monthly operating hashrate of 835 PH/s in September compared to 823 PH/s last month.
  • Prince George update (1.6 EH/s, 50MW capacity) – BC, Canada
    Prince George has been powered by 100% renewable energy since inception10.

SCHOCHOR, STATON, GOLDBERG AND CARDEA, P.A. AND JANET, JANET & SUGGS, LLC FILE CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT AGAINST ARCHDIOCESE OF WASHINGTON

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Monday, October 2, 2023

BALTIMORE, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Schochor, Staton, Goldberg and Cardea, P.A. and Janet, Janet & Suggs, LLC, two leading Maryland-based medical malpractice, personal injury, and civil litigation law firms, are partnering in a class action lawsuit against the Archdiocese of Washington on behalf of sex abuse victims who have come forward seeking justice. These law firms previously partnered in a class action against Johns Hopkins Hospital arising from sexual abuse committed by one of its doctors. That case settled for $190 million, which has been reported to be the largest sexual abuse settlement in Maryland history.

Key Points: 
  • and Janet, Janet & Suggs, LLC, two leading Maryland-based medical malpractice, personal injury, and civil litigation law firms, are partnering in a class action lawsuit against the Archdiocese of Washington on behalf of sex abuse victims who have come forward seeking justice.
  • These law firms previously partnered in a class action against Johns Hopkins Hospital arising from sexual abuse committed by one of its doctors.
  • That case settled for $190 million, which has been reported to be the largest sexual abuse settlement in Maryland history.
  • Three class representatives who were sexually abused by Archdiocese of Washington clergy as minors are identified via pseudonyms in the complaint's allegations.

Business Fraud Prevention Seminar Forthcoming from UMD, Prince George's County

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

COLLEGE PARK, Md. , Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital age-infused financial crimes against businesses are the focus of a free, single-day seminar forthcoming from Justice for Fraud Victims (JFV) at the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business in cooperation with the Prince George's County Police Department's Financial Crimes Unit.

Key Points: 
  • , Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital age-infused financial crimes against businesses are the focus of a free, single-day seminar forthcoming from Justice for Fraud Victims (JFV) at the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business in cooperation with the Prince George's County Police Department's Financial Crimes Unit.
  • The seminar, Business Fraud Prevention, takes place 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, 2023, at the College Park Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, 3501 University Blvd., E. Adelphi, Md.
  • Postal Inspection Service and Federal Trade Commission, along with counterparts from UMD Smith and Prince George's County, to give insights for students and professionals across business and criminology fields.
  • The seminar will explore the latest financial fraud tactics against businesses and practical counter methods, says JFV director and Smith Accounting and Information Assurance Lecturer Samuel Handwerger .

National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation Announces NPFBF Bursary Program 2023 Recipients

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 7, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation (NPFBF) is pleased to announce the 2023 recipients of the 17 NPFBF bursaries awarded annually, providing financial assistance to post-secondary students including 13 members of the public, one child of an RCMP Member, and three RCMP Member spouses.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 7, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation (NPFBF) is pleased to announce the 2023 recipients of the 17 NPFBF bursaries awarded annually, providing financial assistance to post-secondary students including 13 members of the public, one child of an RCMP Member, and three RCMP Member spouses.
  • "Paying it forward through bursaries that support public safety higher education for eligible students across Canada both supports students and honours the memories of our Fallen Members," said Kevin Halwa, Chair of the National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation.
  • In total, the NPFBF Bursary Program distributes $47,500 annually to eligible students across Canada.
  • Below is a list of 2023 bursary recipients, by category:
    Atlantic/Central: Lauren Blakely (Waasis, N.B.

Iris Energy Announces Monthly Investor Update for July 2023

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

SYDNEY, Australia, Aug. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Iris Energy Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) ("Iris Energy" or "the Company"), a leading owner and operator of institutional-grade, highly efficient proprietary Bitcoin mining data centers powered by 100% renewable energy, today published a monthly investor update for July 2023, containing its results from operations as well as business updates.

Key Points: 
  • HPC and AI), the economics of Bitcoin mining and the attributes that set Iris Energy apart.
  • Canal Flats update (0.8 EH/s, 30MW capacity) – BC, Canada
    Canal Flats has been powered by 100% renewable energy since inception4.
  • Prince George update (1.6 EH/s, 50MW capacity) – BC, Canada
    Prince George has been powered by 100% renewable energy since inception4.
  • Applications are currently being accepted for the 2023 Community Grants Program for Childress, with Iris Energy to invest up to US$100,000 into local non-profit organizations in the community.

PREIT Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PREIT (OTCQB:PRET) today reported results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023. A description of each non-GAAP financial measure and the related reconciliation to the comparable GAAP financial measure is provided in the tables accompanying this release.

Key Points: 
  • Robust leasing activity is driving increased occupancy with Core Mall Total Occupancy increasing by 40 basis points to 94.2% compared to the second quarter 2022.
  • Core Mall non-anchor Occupancy improved 70 basis points to 91.2% compared to the second quarter 2022.
  • Additional information regarding changes in operating results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022 is included on page 15.
  • The Company's Credit Facilities, with a balance of $1,023.1 million as of June 30, 2023, mature on December 10, 2023.

Field & Main Bank Elects Three New Board Members: Margaret Hungate, Jim Coleman, and Jeff Anderson

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

HENDERSON, Ky., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Field & Main Bank is pleased to announce the election of three esteemed individuals to its board of directors: Jim Coleman, Jeff Anderson, and Margaret Hungate.

Key Points: 
  • HENDERSON, Ky., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Field & Main Bank is pleased to announce the election of three esteemed individuals to its board of directors: Jim Coleman, Jeff Anderson, and Margaret Hungate.
  • Her exceptional qualifications and dedication to community service make her an invaluable addition to Field & Main Bank's board of directors.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Margaret Hungate, Jim Coleman, and Jeff Anderson to our board of directors," said Scott Davis, Chairman & CEO at Field & Main Bank.
  • Field & Main Bank is a community bank dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and building meaningful relationships with its customers through Modern Craft Banking.

WASHINGTON SUBURBAN SANITARY COMMISSION WORKERS SECURE FIRST TEAMSTER CONTRACT

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) workers represented by Teamsters Local 639 have overwhelmingly voted to ratify their first contract. The 240 WSSC workers provide safe drinking water and wastewater management for several cities in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties, Maryland.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) workers represented by Teamsters Local 639 have overwhelmingly voted to ratify their first contract.
  • The 240 WSSC workers provide safe drinking water and wastewater management for several cities in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties, Maryland.
  • "WSSC workers stood strong throughout the process and achieved justice that only a Teamster contract can provide," said Frank Myer, Local 639 Business Agent.
  • Teamsters Local 639 has represented workers in a wide variety of industries throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia since 1934.

STEM Education across Canada and in Indigenous Communities Gets Boost from Drax Foundation

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Launched in March 2023, the Drax Foundation funds initiatives that support education and skills development in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), as well as those that improve green spaces, enhance biodiversity, and support Indigenous communities within the communities Drax operates.

Key Points: 
  • Launched in March 2023, the Drax Foundation funds initiatives that support education and skills development in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), as well as those that improve green spaces, enhance biodiversity, and support Indigenous communities within the communities Drax operates.
  • In Canada, the Drax Foundation has donated a total of $150,000 across three organizations: Connected North, Scientists in School and The Exploration Place.
  • “These organizations have spearheaded important initiatives in their respective fields that have lasting impacts in their local communities,” said Sandy Sung, Community Manager for Drax.
  • “As Drax continues to grow, we are committed to building lasting relationships with Indigenous communities and businesses,” said Mark Puglas, Director of Indigenous Engagement and Partnerships for Drax.

Employ Prince George's Launches Evidenced Based Career Coaching Initiative to Help Remove Barriers to Employment for Workers-in-Transition

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

In collaboration with education and career coaching nonprofit InsideTrack , the Prince George's County-based workforce development organization will train its team of career advisors and coaches on evidence-based best practices in human-centered coaching to help understand the complex barriers and challenges to re-employment that often face people experiencing job loss or a career transition.

Key Points: 
  • In collaboration with education and career coaching nonprofit InsideTrack , the Prince George's County-based workforce development organization will train its team of career advisors and coaches on evidence-based best practices in human-centered coaching to help understand the complex barriers and challenges to re-employment that often face people experiencing job loss or a career transition.
  • It's an example of the type of worker-centered innovation that can enable us to help every individual overcome obstacles facing them and to find gainful, meaningful, and sustainable employment."
  • InsideTrack's evidence-based coaching methodology has been rigorously tested and refined over the course of more than twenty years, serving more than 2.9 million learners and workers.
  • For more information on Employ Prince George's, please visit employpg.org.