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INVESTOR ALERT: KGS Notifies Biovail Corporation Purchasers With Losses Greater Than $300,000, of Lead Plaintiff Application Deadline in Securities Class Action Lawsuit -- BVF

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 19:36:05 EDT

Kahn Gauthier Swick, LLC ("KGS") announces that a securities class action lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, on behalf of purchasers of the securities and common stock of Biovail Corporation ("Biovail") (NYSE: BVF) during the period between December 14, 2006 and July 19, 2007, inclusive (the "Class Period"). No class has yet been certified in this action.

New Democrat Leader Jack Layton's Campaign Tour, Windsor / South-Western Ontario

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 17:48:12 EDT

Jack Layton for Quebec - A Choice of Hope and Optimism

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 15:39:50 EDT

New Democrat Leader Jack Layton told an enthusiastic crowd of supporters that Quebec voters faced "a critical choice" on October 14th - choosing whether to support Stephen Harper, Gilles Duceppe, Stephane Dion, or Jack Layton.

Brower Piven Encourages Investors Who Have Losses in Excess of $200,000 From Investment in General Electric Company to Inquire About the Lead Plaintiff Position in Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit Before the December 2, 2008 Lead Plaintiff Deadline

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 06:00:12 EDT

Brower Piven, A Professional Corporation announces that a class action lawsuit has been commenced in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on behalf of purchasers of securities of General Electric Company ("GE" or the "Company") (NYSE: GE) during the period between September 25, 2008 and October 1, 2008, inclusive (the "Class Period").

PBS Coals Limited Announces that Severstal Resources has Extended Offer for Shares Until October 20, 2008

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 00:30:38 EDT

PBS Coals Limited (TSX: PBS) announces that the expiration date for the September 5, 2008 offer (the "Offer") by a subsidiary of Severstal Resources ("Severstal") to purchase all of the common shares of PBS Coals Limited has been extended by Severstal to 11:59 p.m. (Toronto time) on October 20, 2008.

Northern Gold Mining Inc. Initial Kirana Results and Polymetallic Grabs

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:15:31 EDT

Northern Gold Mining Inc. (TSX VENTURE: NGM) continues the exploration of its Kirana Project in Kirkland Lake and its Matheson Claim Group in Timmins, and announces the results of assays on the earliest Fidelity area drill holes as well as grab samples from the Mallard Lake area of the Kirana Project.

American Commerce Solutions, Inc. Reveals Plan for a New Division

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 21:00:10 EDT

American Commerce Solutions, Inc. (OTCBB: AACS) today discussed the possibility of establishing a new division of the company through acquisition.

A New Choice for Quebec: Layton

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:46:46 EDT

"It's time to move past the Bloc and choose change for Quebec," said New Democrat Leader Jack Layton today.

Ainsworth Announces Termination of Commitment Agreement With Manitoba Government

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:28:33 EDT

Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd. ("Ainsworth") (TSX: ANS) announced today that it has terminated a commitment agreement with the Government of Manitoba on a planned engineered wood production facility in an area northeast of Winnipeg, Manitoba. The May 2006 agreement contemplated the issuance of a Forest Management License for 838,000 cubic meters annually of timber on a renewable 20 year basis.

Brower Piven Encourages Investors Who Have Lost $300,000 Investing in Fannie Mae Preferred Stock, Series T to Inquire About the Lead Plaintiff Position in Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit Before the November 7, 2008 Lead Plaintiff Deadline

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:10:11 EDT

Brower Piven, A Professional Corporation announces that a class action lawsuit has been commenced in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on behalf of purchasers of the Federal National Mortgage Association ("Fannie Mae" or the "Company") (NYSE: FNM-PT) offering of 8.25% Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series T (initially offered to the public on or about May 13, 2008) for the period from May 13, 2008 through September 6, 2008 (the "Class Period"). The class includes investors who purchased shares on the offering or afterwards, in the market.

NW Natural Files for Lower-Than-Projected Rate Increase

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:00:24 EDT

Northwest Natural Gas Company, dba NW Natural (NYSE: NWN) today filed updated requests with the Public Utility Commission of Oregon (OPUC) and the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC) for rate increases to cover higher wholesale natural gas costs.

Brower Piven Encourages Investors Who Have Lost $300,000 Investing in Fannie Mae Preferred Stock, Series S to Inquire About the Lead Plaintiff Position in Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit Before the November 7, 2008 Lead Plaintiff Deadline

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:00:11 EDT

Brower Piven, A Professional Corporation announces that a class action lawsuit has been commenced in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on behalf of purchasers of Federal National Mortgage Association ("Fannie Mae" or the "Company") (NYSE: FNM-PS) 8.25% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series S during the period between December 11, 2007 and September 5, 2008, inclusive (the "Class Period").

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International Announces 28th Annual Series of Walk to Cure Diabetes Beginning October 18, 2008

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:46:15 EDT

The Greater Bay Area Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRF) announced today the locations for their 28th annual Walk to Cure Diabetes events which begin locally on October 18, 2008.

John Bell Appointed as Chairman of the Board

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:37:58 EDT

JER Envirotech International Corp. (TSX-V: JER) (FRANKFURT: KFTB) ("JER") wishes to announce that Mr. John Bell has been appointed as Chairman of the Board in place of Mr. Sokhie Puar effective immediately.

Kayne Anderson MLP Investment Company Announces Its Dividend/Distribution Reinvestment Price of $18.05 per Share

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:24:49 EDT

Kayne Anderson MLP Investment Company (the "Company") (NYSE: KYN) announced today that it intends to satisfy the provisions under the Company's Dividend/Distribution Reinvestment Plan by issuing shares at $18.05 per share, or 95% of the closing market price on October 9, 2008, which was in excess of its net asset value per share of $14.63 on such date. The Company's closing market price per share on such date was $19.00.

Kayne Anderson Energy Total Return Fund, Inc. Announces Its Dividend/Distribution Reinvestment Price of $13.97 per Share

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:23:10 EDT

Kayne Anderson Energy Total Return Fund, Inc. (the "Fund") (NYSE: KYE) announced today that it intends to satisfy the provisions under the Fund's Dividend/Distribution Reinvestment Plan by issuing shares at $13.97 per share, or 95% of the closing market price on October 9, 2008, which was in excess of its net asset value per share of $13.95 on such date. The Fund's closing market price per share on such date was $14.71.

Social Release: PetSmart(R) Offers Top Costumes, Toys and Halloween Events

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:21:39 EDT

A recent PetSmart survey reveals at least 16 million pets will dress up for Halloween in 2008. To make this Halloween your pet's spookiest yet, PetSmart offers top costumes, toys and pet-friendly fun in-store and online.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: CalTrans Announces Additional Closures of Glenn Anderson Freeway (I-105)

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:58:20 EDT

Both the westbound and eastbound I-105 access ramps leading to and from the Sepulveda Tunnel at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will be closed due to the widening of those ramps by the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans). Two projects will widen and resurface the Sepulveda Boulevard on- and off-ramps. The closures will be in effect both during the day and nightly at various hours.

Michael Chamas Files Federal Court Damages Action of $385,000,000 Against Michel Strecko and Others

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:49:01 EDT

Bailiff returns of service have been received in a federal court damages action of $385 Million by Michael Chamas against various individuals and Canadian government departments.

Boston Avenue Capital, LLC, Yorktown Avenue Capital, LLC and Value Fund Advisors LLC Announce Filing of Early Warning Report in Respect of Hartco Income Fund

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:45:02 EDT

Boston Avenue Capital, LLC ("Boston Avenue"), Yorktown Avenue Capital, LLC ("Yorktown Avenue") and Value Fund Advisors LLC ("VFA"), all of Tulsa, Oklahoma, announced today that they have filed a joint early warning report, outside the statutory delays, with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities in respect of the acquisition of trust units of Hartco Income Fund ("Hartco"), which trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (the "TSX"). VFA serves as investment advisor to Boston Avenue and Yorktown Avenue and exercises control and direction over the trust units owned by them.

California Bank of Commerce Announces Results for the 3rd Quarter 2008

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:42:40 EDT

California Bank of Commerce (OTCBB: CABC), a unique commercial bank in the San Francisco Bay Area targeting middle market businesses and professionals, today announced financial results for the quarter end September 30, 2008, with strong growth in both loans and deposits. At the end of the third quarter, Total Assets were up by 20% over the end of the second quarter, 2008. Total Loans grew 45% and Total Deposits grew 19% over the same period. The Bank was negatively affected by the Government's GSE takeovers. The Bank is Well Capitalized according to regulatory guidelines and exhibits capital ratios that are in the upper quartile of banks in general.

Cooperators' Insurance Agent Donates Fire Suppression Technology Tool to Help Westlock Combat Fire-Related Losses

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:42:12 EDT

Any insurance agent knows how quickly even a small fire can spread and devastate an entire home. For more than 15 years, Gary Lorenz has known as well. So when he heard about the FIT-5, a new hand-held fire interruption tool for firefighters, he immediately took note.

New Democrat Leader Jack Layton's Campaign Tour, Montreal

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:36:49 EDT

Certificate Re-Filing

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:16:01 EDT

At the request of the Ontario Securities Commission, Waseco Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE: WRI)(FRANKFURT: WSE) is re-filing, on SEDAR, the Certificates of the President and Chief Executive Officer and of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company in respect of its filings for the periods ended February 29th and May 31st, 2008.

On Bloomberg, Alexander Mirtchev Analyzes Impact of Economic Crisis on Rapidly Developing Economies

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:06:49 EDT

Dr. Alexander Mirtchev, founder and chairman of the Krull Corporation and an economic expert on emerging markets, sat down with Bloomberg Television in London to discuss the impact of the financial crisis on the economy of Kazakhstan.

LA/Ontario International Airport Closes Parking Lot F

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:00:24 EDT

LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT) officials today announced the closing of remote parking Lot F, located on the corner of Airport Drive and Vineyard Avenue. Effective Oct. 14, Lot F will close to public parking as part of the airport's plans to contain operational costs.

Federman & Sherwood Announces That a Securities Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against Federal National Mortgage Association ("Fannie Mae") (NYSE: FNM)

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:00:10 EDT

On October 10, 2008, a class action lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Federal National Mortgage Association ("Fannie Mae") (NYSE: FNM). The complaint alleges violations of federal securities laws, Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5, including allegations of issuing a series of material misrepresentations to the market which had the effect of artificially inflating the market price. The class period is from December 6, 2007 through September 5, 2008.

Colgan Air, Inc. Releases September Performance Data

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:34:37 EDT

Pinnacle Airlines Corp. (NASDAQ: PNCL) today released capacity and operational results for its Colgan Air, Inc. subsidiary for September 2008.

Pinnacle Airlines, Inc. Releases September Performance Data

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:30:10 EDT

Pinnacle Airlines Corp. (NASDAQ: PNCL) today released capacity and operational results for its Pinnacle Airlines, Inc. subsidiary for September 2008.

Invesco PowerShares Announces Name Change for PowerShares NextQ Portfolio

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:29:55 EDT

Invesco PowerShares Capital Management LLC, a leading provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), announced today that the PowerShares NextQ Portfolio (PNXQ) has changed its name to the PowerShares NQX Portfolio. The PowerShares NQX Portfolio will continue to be offered on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the existing ticker symbol (PNXQ). The investment objectives and fee structure will remain unchanged.

Rums of Puerto Rico Shakes Up the Inaugural Food Network New York Wine & Food Festival With Celebrated Chefs Wilo Benet and Mario Pagán

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:18:08 EDT

The culinary capital of the Caribbean is coming to the culinary event of the season as the Rums of Puerto Rico and Chefs Wilo Benet and Mario Pagán debut at the inaugural Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival.

AtheroGenics Receives Delisting Notice From NASDAQ Global Market Due to Chapter 11 Filing

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:15:58 EDT

AtheroGenics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AGIX) today reported that it received notification from the Nasdaq Stock Market indicating that the staff of the Nasdaq Stock Market had determined, in accordance with NASDAQ Marketplace Rules 4300, 4450(f) and IM-4300, that the Company's common stock should be delisted from the Nasdaq Global Market in light of the Company's filing under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. Trading in the Company's common stock on the Nasdaq Global Market will be suspended at the opening of business on October 14, 2008. The Company expects that its common stock will continue to trade on the over-the-counter market or the Pink Sheets.

SpaceDev Founder Jim Benson Dies

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:14:30 EDT

SpaceDev, Inc. (OTCBB: SPDV) announced today that SpaceDev Founder and Board Member James Benson, 63, died peacefully in his home. Benson was diagnosed in 2007 with a glioblastoma multiforme brain tumor, the cause of his death early this morning.

Lorus Therapeutics Announces Voluntary Delisting From the NYSE Alternext

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:02:20 EDT

Lorus Therapeutics Inc. (TSX: LOR)(NYSE-A: LRP) ("Lorus"), a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the research and development of pharmaceutical products and technologies for the management of cancer, today announced that it has submitted written notice to the NYSE Alternext U.S., LLC ("NYX") (formerly American Stock Exchange) of its intention to voluntarily delist its common shares from NYX. The Company expects that the delisting will become effective on or about October 30, 2008. Lorus intends to file a Form 25 with the Securities Exchange Commission to complete the voluntary delisting of its common shares from the NYX, which will become effective 10 days after the filing date.

W. P. Carey & Co. LLC Announces $10 Million Share Repurchase Program

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:46:56 EDT

Investment firm W. P. Carey & Co. LLC (NYSE: WPC) announced today that the Executive Committee of its Board of Directors has approved a share repurchase program authorizing the repurchase of up to $10 million of the Company's outstanding shares from October 13, 2008 through December 15, 2008 or the date that the maximum amount has been purchased, if earlier. It is intended that the shares will be purchased through a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

Joyce Meyer Ministries -- Relief Work in Ethiopia

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:44:50 EDT

Dave and Joyce Meyer, along with a Hand of Hope missions team from Joyce Meyer Ministries (JMM), are preparing to depart for humanitarian relief work in Ethiopia. JMM provides millions of meals to the hungry every year, supports and operates major medical outreaches in remote areas, operates and fully supports 46 children's homes worldwide and provides other humanitarian and disaster relief around the world.

Message From Her Excellency the Right Honourable MichaÃ¯Â¿Â½lle Jean, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, on the Deaths of Captain Bryan Mitchell and Sergeant Charles Senecal

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:40:18 EDT

My husband, Jean-Daniel Lafond, and I were saddened to hear of yesterday's crash of a 15 Wing Tutor training jet near the Moose Jaw aerodrome in Saskatchewan that resulted in the deaths of Captain Bryan Mitchell and Sergeant Charles Senecal of the Canadian Forces.

ENLASO and Lingoport Host Live Webinar on Managing Internationalization and Localization

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:40:01 EDT

ENLASO Corporation, a provider of translation and localization solutions, today announced that it will co-present a live Webinar October 30, 2008, titled "Managing Internationalization and Localization" along with partner Lingoport, a leading provider of internationalization services and tools.

Jazz Piano Phenom Matt Savage Teams Up With Renowned Bassist Joris Teepe for Special Concert at Shanghai Jazz Restaurant and Bar, Thursday, October 16th

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:38:13 EDT

For the first time ever, acclaimed Jazz pianist and composer Matt Savage will perform with one of today's greatest Jazz bassists, Joris Teepe, for a special night of concerts at Shanghai Jazz Restaurant and Bar on Thursday, October 16th. The piano/bass duo will have two shows at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM. For ticket information please call 973-822-2899. Named "one of the top 100 Jazz clubs in the world" by Downbeat magazine, Shanghai Jazz is located at 24 Main Street (local I-24) in Madison, New Jersey.

Harper Takes Commanding Lead at Whack the PM

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:34:23 EDT

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