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Janice Sand

Janice Sand
Jan started as an intern with Neotrope® Dec. 2010, became "Content Manager" for New York Netwire, in 2015, and has worked for both the Send2Press® Newswire service, as well as MuseWire.com. She edits daily news stories for the site from state and local NY government and non-profit agencies and is based in “New England,” USA.

Domaine Carneros Unveils its 2025 Holiday Gift Collection for Foodies and Napa Wine Lovers

NAPA, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Domaine Carneros, the award-winning California grower-producer of Méthode Traditionnelle sparkling wines, joyfully announces its 2025 holiday wine gift collections. Curated by the team at the French-inspired château founded by Taittinger Champagne, situated at the gateway to wine country in northern California, the winery enjoys dreaming up inspired sparkling gifts for all those on your holiday list, including yourself!

REPORT: Industrial Manufacturing Sees 27.8% Jump in Renovation Projects, Proving Strong Investment Momentum into Fall 2025

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Industrial SalesLeads announced today the September 2025 results for the new Planned Capital Project Spending Report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The firm, which tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity including facility expansions, new plant construction, and major equipment modernization confirmed 146 new projects in the industrial sector a 3.55% increase in planned capital investments since June.

Loco Lion Brewery Announces Oct. 2025 Grand Opening, Bringing British-Inspired Craft Beer and Countryside Views to Loudoun County, VA

HILLSBORO, Va. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Loco Lion Brewery, Loudoun County's newest farm brewery and winery, will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at its 26-acre hilltop location at 36577 Heskett Lane in Hillsboro. The brewery adds a distinctive British-American craft beer experience to Loudoun's thriving brewery cluster while offering breathtaking views of the western Loudoun countryside.

LenderLogix LiteSpeed is first digital mortgage POS to integrate with Argyle VOA

BUFFALO, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale (POS) and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks and brokers, today announced that Peak Residential Lending (Peak) has adopted LenderLogix's LiteSpeed(tm) integration with Argyle to deliver verification of assets (VOA) directly at the point of sale (POS). LiteSpeed is the first POS to offer VOA through Argyle's verification platform.

Offshore Wind Plot Thickens: Federal Government Announces Intent to Reconsider Prior Approval of Empire Wind 2 Project, says Save LBI

WASHINGTON, D.C. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- In a significant development for coastal communities and marine conservation advocates, the U.S. Dept. of Justice has informed the federal court in Washington, D.C. that the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) intends to reconsider its prior approval of the Empire Wind 2 offshore wind project. The announcement came in a filing made on September 30, 2025 in response to ongoing litigation brought by Save Long Beach Island, Inc. (Save LBI) and co-plaintiffs.

From Mass Shooting Survivor to Workplace Safety Pioneer: Powerful Memoir ‘The Thirteenth Floor’ Transforms Corporate Trauma Response

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Essential reading for leaders navigating an increasingly complex workplace landscape: Carly Fliesher's groundbreaking memoir "The Thirteenth Floor: How Dealing With Trauma Transformed My Approach to Employee Well-Being" (ISBN: 978-1968339890 [paperback]; 978-1968339906 [ebook]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), which delivers both heart-wrenching personal narrative and actionable corporate strategy.

New book by Oliver Jamieson offers beginners a step-by-step guide to affordable, low-maintenance aquariums

PERTH, Australia /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Acre Press and author Oliver Jamieson today announced the release of "How to Create an Organic Aquarium: The Beginner's Guide to Soil-Based Aquariums" (ISBN: 978-1763713772). The book explains how soil, plants, and microorganisms can replace traditional filtration and simplify aquarium care. Written in an approachable style, it is aimed at beginners who want a straightforward, affordable way to start the hobby.

Edimakor V4.4.0 Integrates Wan2.2 and Hailuo Models to Redefine Video AI Tools

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- HitPaw Edimakor, the AI-powered creative software trusted by a global community of creators, has announced the release of Edimakor V4.4.0, a major upgrade that brings together two advanced models - Wan2.2 and MiniMax-Hailuo-02. This update delivers smoother, more versatile video generation and introduces over 1,000 new full-body avatar templates, giving creators unmatched flexibility and power for professional and personal projects.

iMyFone DreamVid AI Technology Helps Long-Distance Relationships Thrive

NEW YORK, N.Y., and GUANGDONG, China /New York Netwire - National News/ -- One of the biggest challenges in a long-distance relationship is keeping things fresh. Calls and video chats are great, but they can't replace a hug or a kiss. As a leader in AI video generation, iMyFone DreamVid - AI Image to Video Generator offers long-distance couples a whole new, fun way to connect.

G4Free Activewear Celebrates 11 Years of Freedom and Innovation, Launching the Smoofit Collection

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- G4Free today celebrates its 11th anniversary, highlighting over a decade of freedom and innovation. To mark the milestone, the brand is launching its Smoofit Collection, featuring comfortable, versatile pieces inspired by G4Free's ethos: "Move Free, Feel Free, Go for Free."

HLA Protein Technologies Announces Strategic Investment and Next-Gen HLA Product Lines

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- HLA Protein Technologies, Inc. (formerly Pure Protein, LLC) reports that its new manufacturing expansion is positioned to support the Company's growth. A new product line launch, a strategic investment led by a private investor group; and a corporate rebrand to HLA Protein Technologies, reflects the company's expanded focus on advanced immunology and oncology research tools.

Ryan Abramson Expands Career in Higher Ed with New Strategic Communications Role at Penn State Lehigh Valley

LANGHORNE, Pa. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Communications strategist Ryan Abramson, founder Oakridge Leaders, has joined the field of higher education in a new role as Director of Strategic Communications at Penn State Lehigh Valley. Abramson brings more than 25 years of experience in marketing, communications, and leadership development to support the University's mission of student success and community engagement.

Military-focused Navy Federal Credit Union renews its contract with Dark Matter for fintech solutions

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced a renewed multi-year partnership with Navy Federal Credit Union. The agreement reinforces the credit union's strategic focus on digital transformation and elevating the member lending experience.

Fluid Metering Reintroduces the FENYX+ – Now with Greater Flow Rates and Dispense Volumes

SYOSSET, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Fluid Metering Inc. is proud to unveil the FENYX+, a next generation pump engineered to meet the growing demands of high-flow fluidic control. As the evolutionary successor to the original FENYX variable dispense pump, the FENYX+ delivers approximately 230% greater flow rates and dispense volumes, setting a new benchmark in chemical metering performance.

Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture announces Oct. 2025 Guest Lineup

CLEVELAND, Ohio /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, announced its October guest lineup featuring five prominent leaders in mortgage growth strategies, banking and housing market outlooks, affordable lending solutions, housing trends and policy insights, and the future of real estate.

B2B marketing firm, Depth, expands leadership team, adding mortgage marketing veteran Elizabeth Schroeder as VP

ATLANTA, Ga. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Depth, a leading provider of consultative B2B marketing, public relations and reputation management services for technology companies serving the residential mortgage finance, fintech and regtech industries, today announced its addition of mortgage industry veterans Elizabeth Schroeder, vice president of client services, and Amy Jerina, client services manager, along with former business journalist Amber Perry, who also joins as a client services manager.

Novi AI update V2.1.0 introduces AI-powered story, image, and text-to-video creation with multi-model support and HD rendering

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Novi AI, a leading AI-powered video creation platform under iMyFone, announced the launch of its Web V2.1.0. The update expands Novi AI from desktop and mobile apps to a fully online solution, allowing users to create high-quality videos anytime, anywhere-without downloads. The platform also supports mobile browsers, letting creators start projects on smartphones and tablets seamlessly.

Save LBI update: Feds Respond to Lawsuit with Motion to Reconsider Approvals for Massive Atlantic Shores Wind Farm Off the Coast of N.J.

WASHINGTON, D.C. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- In a major development for offshore wind oversight and marine environmental protection, the federal government has filed a motion in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to remand the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind Construction and Operations Plan (COP) and Record of Decision (ROD) approvals for the controversial Atlantic Shores South offshore wind project, planned only 8.7 miles east of New Jersey's coast.

SecuGen Corp.’s New Unity 20 USB-S, is a Versatile, Platform-Agnostic Fingerprint Reader for Developers

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- SecuGen is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the Unity(tm) 20 USB-S, a fully programmable fingerprint reader designed for developers and system integrators who need a platform-agnostic biometric solution.

FirstClose announces integration with Optimal Blue that connects FirstClose’s point-of-sale (POS) platform

AUSTIN, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- FirstClose™, Inc., a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced a certified integration with Optimal Blue that connects FirstClose's point-of-sale (POS) platform to Optimal Blue's product, pricing and eligibility (PPE) engine. The integration builds on FirstClose's ability to reduce home equity closing times from 45 days to 10 or fewer.

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