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Lifordi Immunotherapeutics to Present Preclinical Data on Targeted Glucocorticoid Therapy at Rheumatology Conference

Lifordi Immunotherapeutics to Present Preclinical Data on Targeted Glucocorticoid Therapy at Rheumatology Conference

Lifordi Immunotherapeutics, Inc. will present additional preclinical data on its lead candidate LFD-200 at the upcoming American College of Rheumatology Convergence 2025 meeting. The antibody drug con...

October 10, 2025Read More →
Mission Driven Bank Fund Invests in Cincinnati Minority Depository Institution to Advance Financial Equity

Mission Driven Bank Fund Invests in Cincinnati Minority Depository Institution to Advance Financial Equity

The Mission Driven Bank Fund announced an investment in First Mutual Holding Co., the bank holding company for Warsaw Federal Savings & Loan, marking the Fund's 11th deployment to support mission-driv...

October 9, 2025Read More →
Construction Guide Offers Homeowners Strategies for Informed Property Decisions

Construction Guide Offers Homeowners Strategies for Informed Property Decisions

The Brothers Bloom, a leading authority in construction and home ownership, has released a comprehensive guide aimed at homeowners and investors looking to enhance their properties and make informed d...

October 9, 2025Read More →
GatherGrounds Resorts Acquires Ohio's Ridge Ranch Campground with Major Upgrade Plans

GatherGrounds Resorts Acquires Ohio's Ridge Ranch Campground with Major Upgrade Plans

GatherGrounds Resorts has acquired Ridge Ranch Campground, a popular destination located in Newton Falls, Ohio, marking a significant step in the company's expansion and commitment to enhancing outdoo...

October 8, 2025Read More →
OptimumBank Holdings Reports Strong Q2 2025 Earnings and Surpasses $1 Billion in Assets

OptimumBank Holdings Reports Strong Q2 2025 Earnings and Surpasses $1 Billion in Assets

OptimumBank Holdings Inc. reported second-quarter 2025 earnings of $3.6 million, marking a significant financial milestone as the institution surpassed $1 billion in total assets. The bank holding com...

October 8, 2025Read More →
UGI Utilities Launches Natural Gas Infrastructure Upgrades in Lancaster

UGI Utilities Launches Natural Gas Infrastructure Upgrades in Lancaster

UGI Utilities, Inc. will begin natural gas main replacement projects in Lancaster starting Monday, October 13, as part of the company's ongoing commitment to maintaining safe and reliable service infr...

October 7, 2025Read More →
PowerBank Corporation Advances 6.9 MW Solar Project in New York's Capital District

PowerBank Corporation Advances 6.9 MW Solar Project in New York's Capital District

PowerBank Corporation has executed a lease agreement for its 6.9 MW DC NY-Crawford Rd ground-mount solar project located in New York's Capital District. The project is expected to qualify for incentiv...

October 7, 2025Read More →
PowerBank Corporation Advances 6.9 MW Community Solar Project in New York's Capital District

PowerBank Corporation Advances 6.9 MW Community Solar Project in New York's Capital District

PowerBank Corporation has executed a lease agreement for its 6.9 MW DC NY-Crawford Rd ground-mount solar project located in New York's Capital District. The project is expected to qualify for incentiv...

October 7, 2025Read More →
Avant Capital Closes $7.95 Million in Builder Inventory Loans Across Multiple Markets

Avant Capital Closes $7.95 Million in Builder Inventory Loans Across Multiple Markets

Avant Capital, a Connecticut-based commercial real estate bridge lender, has closed three separate builder inventory loans totaling $7,950,000 for residential properties across multiple states and Pue...

October 7, 2025Read More →
UN Summit Highlights Gender Equality and Inclusive Advocacy Through Cultural Engagement

UN Summit Highlights Gender Equality and Inclusive Advocacy Through Cultural Engagement

The United Nations Open for Business African Summit 2025 convened international leaders and advocates to focus on African development and global collaboration, serving as a platform to highlight Afric...

October 7, 2025Read More →
USA Guided Tours Earns Third Consecutive Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award

USA Guided Tours Earns Third Consecutive Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award

The recognition in Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards for 2025 marks the third consecutive year USA Guided Tours has received this honor, placing the tour company among the top 10% of attractions ...

October 7, 2025Read More →
Cardiologist Dr. Ben Bergman Publishes Debut Novel Exploring Urban Isolation and Self-Discovery

Cardiologist Dr. Ben Bergman Publishes Debut Novel Exploring Urban Isolation and Self-Discovery

Renowned cardiologist Dr. Ben Bergman has released his debut novel, 'Shocking Late-Night Encounters With Self,' marking his entry into the literary world with an introspective work that blends emotion...

October 7, 2025Read More →
Clive Davis Offers Personal Music Mentorship Through Online Auction Benefiting Arts Center

Clive Davis Offers Personal Music Mentorship Through Online Auction Benefiting Arts Center

The music industry's most celebrated talent scout, Clive Davis, is offering aspiring musicians an unprecedented opportunity for personal mentorship through an online auction benefiting cultural arts. ...

October 7, 2025Read More →
UGI Utilities Launches Major Natural Gas Infrastructure Upgrade in Coudersport

UGI Utilities Launches Major Natural Gas Infrastructure Upgrade in Coudersport

UGI Utilities, Inc. has commenced a significant natural gas main replacement initiative in Coudersport this week, marking a substantial infrastructure improvement project for the community. The system...

October 7, 2025Read More →
Puerto Rico's Day at the Ballpark Series Concludes Successful 2025 Season, Celebrating 127-Year Baseball Legacy

Puerto Rico's Day at the Ballpark Series Concludes Successful 2025 Season, Celebrating 127-Year Baseball Legacy

The 2025 edition of Puerto Rico's Day at the Ballpark concluded its season, marking another successful year for the cultural celebration series that honors Puerto Rico's 127-year baseball legacy. Prod...

October 6, 2025Read More →
Dr. Emelia J. Benjamin to Receive 2025 Eugene Braunwald Academic Mentorship Award for Transformative Mentoring

Dr. Emelia J. Benjamin to Receive 2025 Eugene Braunwald Academic Mentorship Award for Transformative Mentoring

Dr. Emelia J. Benjamin, professor of medicine at Boston University, will receive the 2025 Eugene Braunwald Academic Mentorship Award at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2025 in Nov...

October 6, 2025Read More →
Wrongful-Death Lawsuit Alleges Aramark Neglect Led to Preventable Death in Chinese Hospital

Wrongful-Death Lawsuit Alleges Aramark Neglect Led to Preventable Death in Chinese Hospital

A federal wrongful-death lawsuit alleges that Philadelphia-based Aramark employees ignored 37-year-old U.S. citizen Zachary Graff for more than 15 hours during a medical emergency at a hospital in Chi...

October 6, 2025Read More →
Scarpignato Plumbing & Heating Launches Educational Website to Help Homeowners Prevent Costly Emergencies

Scarpignato Plumbing & Heating Launches Educational Website to Help Homeowners Prevent Costly Emergencies

Scarpignato Plumbing & Heating has launched a new website designed to help homeowners prevent plumbing emergencies and find trustworthy professional service. The website addresses growing concerns amo...

October 6, 2025Read More →
Massachusetts Homeowners Urged to Act on Solar Energy Before Federal Incentives Expire

Massachusetts Homeowners Urged to Act on Solar Energy Before Federal Incentives Expire

Sunfinity Power has established itself as the leading solar company in Massachusetts, providing homeowners with the opportunity to embrace renewable energy while maximizing their savings. As the deman...

October 4, 2025Read More →
Rhode Island Homeowners Face Deadline for Federal Solar Incentives as 2026 Expiration Looms

Rhode Island Homeowners Face Deadline for Federal Solar Incentives as 2026 Expiration Looms

The approaching 2026 expiration date for federal solar incentives is creating urgency for Rhode Island homeowners considering renewable energy options. The federal Investment Tax Credit, which allows ...

October 4, 2025Read More →
Peapack Private Bank Strengthens New York Presence with Key Commercial Banking Hire

Peapack Private Bank Strengthens New York Presence with Key Commercial Banking Hire

Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation and Peapack Private Bank & Trust have announced the addition of Alex Lurye to their New York-based commercial banking team as Senior Managing Director. This str...

October 3, 2025Read More →
Digital Marketing Strategies Drive Business Growth in Online-First Economy

Digital Marketing Strategies Drive Business Growth in Online-First Economy

Businesses must prioritize their online presence in today's digital-first world as consumers increasingly turn to the internet for purchasing decisions, according to marketing experts at Digital Wave ...

October 3, 2025Read More →
Coastal Windows & Exteriors Recognized as New England's Top Woman-Owned Remodeler on National List

Coastal Windows & Exteriors Recognized as New England's Top Woman-Owned Remodeler on National List

Coastal Windows & Exteriors has been recognized on the 2025 Qualified Remodeler Top 500, ranking as New England's 1 woman-owned exterior remodeler and the only roofing company in the New England regio...

October 3, 2025Read More →
NetCom Learning Advances to Google Cloud Authorized Training Partner Level, Expanding Cloud Education Capabilities

NetCom Learning Advances to Google Cloud Authorized Training Partner Level, Expanding Cloud Education Capabilities

NetCom Learning has achieved promotion to the Partner Level of the Google Cloud Authorized Training Partner Program, marking a significant milestone in the company's cloud education offerings. This ad...

October 3, 2025Read More →
UGI Utilities Launches Natural Gas Infrastructure Upgrade Project in Hazleton

UGI Utilities Launches Natural Gas Infrastructure Upgrade Project in Hazleton

UGI Utilities, Inc. will begin a natural gas main replacement project in Hazleton on October 6, representing a significant infrastructure investment in the community. This project forms part of the co...

October 3, 2025Read More →
UGI Utilities Launches Major Natural Gas Infrastructure Upgrade in Steelton

UGI Utilities Launches Major Natural Gas Infrastructure Upgrade in Steelton

UGI Utilities, Inc. has initiated a substantial natural gas main replacement project throughout multiple streets in Steelton, representing a major infrastructure investment in the community's energy d...

October 3, 2025Read More →
UGI Utilities Launches Natural Gas Main Replacement Project in Macungie with Conversion Opportunities

UGI Utilities Launches Natural Gas Main Replacement Project in Macungie with Conversion Opportunities

UGI Utilities, Inc. has initiated a natural gas main replacement project in Macungie that serves dual purposes of infrastructure modernization and potential energy conversion for residents and busines...

October 3, 2025Read More →
New York Launches Aggressive Renewable Energy Solicitation to Secure Federal Tax Credits

New York Launches Aggressive Renewable Energy Solicitation to Secure Federal Tax Credits

New York is launching an aggressive push to lock in large-scale renewable energy projects before federal tax credits expire, opening a major solicitation that could generate over $5 billion in clean e...

October 2, 2025Read More →