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Allegheny Health Network Advances Virtual Critical Care Service with Launch of New, In-House 'TeleICU' Program

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

PITTSBURGH, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Allegheny Health Network (AHN) and Highmark Health announced today the launch of a new virtual intensive care solution which combines innovative telehealth technology and the clinical expertise of AHN intensivists for centralized, 24/7 monitoring and management of critically ill patients at six of the network's hospitals across western Pennsylvania.

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  • This program proved to be a valuable resource for the network and patients throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, supporting response and care planning.
  • "With the launch of TeleICU, we are pleased to transition our virtual ICU service fully in-house, extending the expertise of our own intensivists across the network and further enhancing the quality of care that we provide."
  • The TeleICU command center is located at 4 Allegheny Center (4AC) on Pittsburgh's Northside nearby AHN Allegheny General Hospital.
  • "The collaborative launch of TeleICU with AHN as the pacesetter marks yet another important milestone along our journey to transform health care."

Northside Hospital and RTG Celebrate Grand Opening of Snellville Medical Center

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

SNELLVILLE, Georgia, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Northside Hospital, in partnership with Realty Trust Group (RTG), celebrated the successful grand opening of its new medical center in Snellville, Georgia, with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

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  • SNELLVILLE, Georgia, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Northside Hospital, in partnership with Realty Trust Group (RTG), celebrated the successful grand opening of its new medical center in Snellville, Georgia, with a ribbon cutting ceremony.
  • RTG partnered with Northside Hospital through the planning and development process, including land acquisition, zoning, design, and construction phases.
  • Adjacent to the medical center is a newly constructed 7,500-square-foot sister building, creating a medical campus feel within The Grove community.
  • The ribbon cutting ceremony was attended by healthcare professionals, Northside Hospital administration, elected officials, and community members who came together to celebrate the occasion.

California Masons Present $41,636 Donation to Padres Foundation, Surpassing $2MM Donated Since 2009

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Since 2015, with this check, the Masons of California donations have provided over 12,000 mitts to boys and girls from underserved areas in San Diego through the Padres Foundation, and more than 100,000 mitts to players across the state.

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  • Since 2015, with this check, the Masons of California donations have provided over 12,000 mitts to boys and girls from underserved areas in San Diego through the Padres Foundation, and more than 100,000 mitts to players across the state.
  • Each year, Masons4Mitts teams up with the San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres to purchase real, leather baseball mitts that are given, free of charge, to young ballplayers in junior leagues across California.
  • In recognition of this important milestone, the Masons of California and the Padres Foundation hosted a special pregame celebration in advance of yesterday’s Padres-Rockies game.
  • Following the pregame ceremony, the Masons of California presented a check to the Padres Foundation on the field.

Floor Coverings International Expands Footprint in Illinois with Three Signed Agreements

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Floor Coverings International® (FCI), the No. 1 flooring franchise in North America, with locally owned Mobile Flooring Showrooms® and knowledgeable teams of trusted professionals, announces three newly signed franchise agreements that will bring its services to the greater Chicagoland area.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Floor Coverings International ® (FCI), the No.
  • Illinois proves to be a strong development state for the brand, now boasting 13 franchisees, spanning 31 territories.
  • Illinois proves to be a strong development state for the brand, now boasting 13 franchisees, spanning 31 territories.
  • Behind the newly signed agreements are growth-minded and community-driven franchisees:
    Blake Latta, who boasts a 25-plus-year career in sales management and business development.

Granite Selected for Approximately $215 Million Tunnel Project in Akron Ohio

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Granite (NYSE:GVA) has been awarded an approximately $215 million contract by the city of Akron, Ohio to construct the Northside Interceptor Tunnel Project (NSIT) to aid in preventing combined sewer overflows from entering the Cuyahoga River during typical storms.

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  • Granite (NYSE:GVA) has been awarded an approximately $215 million contract by the city of Akron, Ohio to construct the Northside Interceptor Tunnel Project (NSIT) to aid in preventing combined sewer overflows from entering the Cuyahoga River during typical storms.
  • Project funding will come from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency’s Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) and is expected to be included in Granite’s third-quarter CAP.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230815536995/en/
    The NSIT project encompasses various components that will ensure its efficacy and success.
  • “We have a great working relationship with the City of Akron from the previous Ohio Canal Interceptor Tunnel Project.

SWBC Investment Services a Co-Manager on Northside ISD Bonds

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

"We are thrilled that once again, SWBC's capital markets team was a co-manager for Northside Independent School District here in San Antonio.

Key Points: 
  • "We are thrilled that once again, SWBC's capital markets team was a co-manager for Northside Independent School District here in San Antonio.
  • We look forward to continuing to help Texas issuers have success in the municipal bond market," said John Tuohy, CEO of SWBC Investment Services.
  • In 2018, SWBC Investment Services launched its municipal underwriting of New Issue Bonds for a diverse number of public entities, including cities and counties; higher education institutions; independent school districts; municipal utility, water, drainage, and special districts; and regional transportation districts.
  • Since, the company has managed over $1 billion of new issue municipal bond financing transactions.

VIA Names Tremell Brown Deputy Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

2 leadership position, selecting Tremell Brown, a 33-year veteran of the agency, to serve as Deputy CEO.

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  • 2 leadership position, selecting Tremell Brown, a 33-year veteran of the agency, to serve as Deputy CEO.
  • He advanced through the Operations Division, having held several leadership positions, including Vice President of Transportation, VP of Safety, Training and System Security and Chief Safety Officer.
  • As DCEO, Brown will assist VIA’s President/CEO in oversight of all staff functions and agency operations.
  • “During his tenure at VIA, Tremell has served with distinction and accumulated invaluable experience across the agency,” President/CEO Jeffrey C. Arndt said.

YMCA offers free facilities access to evacuees fleeing Alberta wildfires

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Friday, May 5, 2023

EDMONTON, Alberta, May 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With extreme fire conditions in the province and the growing number of Albertans evacuated from their homes, many individuals and families are relocating to Edmonton and Red Deer.

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  • EDMONTON, Alberta, May 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With extreme fire conditions in the province and the growing number of Albertans evacuated from their homes, many individuals and families are relocating to Edmonton and Red Deer.
  • To support evacuees, YMCA of Northern Alberta is offering community members that have been forced to evacuate free access to the four YMCA Health and Wellness centres in Edmonton and the Northside Community Centre YMCA in Red Deer.
  • Individuals and families are welcome to access these locations free of charge for recreational use, showering, etc.
  • Evacuees can walk into any of the locations listed below and by showing photo ID may use the facilities for no charge for the duration of these evacuations.

Kids and youth connect over free meals every Friday night at Northside Community Centre YMCA

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

RED DEER, Alberta, April 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since opening in 2019, the Northside Community Centre YMCA has been an important gathering place for kids and teens in the Glendale area.

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  • RED DEER, Alberta, April 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since opening in 2019, the Northside Community Centre YMCA has been an important gathering place for kids and teens in the Glendale area.
  • Now, they can also sit down together and enjoy a free, hot meal every Friday night at Free Food Fridays.
  • Often the centre sees 70 or more youth attending youth centre drop-in and Friday night Teen Nights, so it’s a busy place for kids and teens.
  • During the summer, the YMCA will continue to provide snacks for youth at the skatepark, and Free Food Fridays will start up again in September.

BLD Marketing Generates Ongoing Growth, Prepares for 2023 Office Expansion to Accommodate Momentum

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

PITTSBURGH, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BLD Marketing, a results-based, digital-first, full-service strategic marketing agency serving the building materials category exclusively throughout North America and abroad, is marking another period of substantial growth at the start of 2023 more than three years after the agency's rebranding. Formerly LarsonO'Brien, the firm changed its name to BLD Marketing in late 2019 to reflect its ongoing emphasis on the building materials category. In that same period that included a global pandemic, the agency has doubled its staff size and has nearly doubled its revenue.

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  • Formerly LarsonO'Brien, the firm changed its name to BLD Marketing in late 2019 to reflect its ongoing emphasis on the building materials category.
  • "BLD Marketing's business continues to grow as clients embrace our deep expertise in the building materials sector," noted David Sladack, president of BLD Marketing.
  • As part of its growth, BLD Marketing has also welcomed new team members:
    Jeff Jones returned to BLD Marketing in December 2022 as director of account management.
  • "From recent industry recognition to new accounts and new team members, BLD Marketing has sustained plenty of momentum while continuing to offer best-of-breed solutions to help our clients optimize their digital marketing ecosystems ," said Garrett Andrae, creative director for BLD Marketing.