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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.

American Gem Society (AGS) Relaunches Find a Jeweler Week, December 1-5, 2025

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Just in time for the holiday season, the American Gem Society (AGS) is bringing back Find a Jeweler Week, running December 1-5. First launched in 2021, this annual campaign is held during the first week of December to help educate consumers on the importance of shopping with a credentialed AGS jeweler.

Midland Co. Expands into Fareway Stores and Major Growth of Its Family-Farm Network

AMES, Iowa /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Midland Co., an emerging leader in land-based shrimp production technology, today announced two major milestones: the launch of its shrimp products in all Fareway Meat Markets and select Fareway grocery stores, and the expansion of its network of independent farms across Iowa and the Midwest.

Book Release: Verisi Millitude: The Adventure Saga, by author and artist Oren Schott

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- In his debut novel "Verisi Millitude: The Adventure Saga" (ISBN: 978-1834182056; released by Tellwell Publishing; October, 2025), author and artist Oren Schott invites readers into a world of swords, sorcery, and peril. What begins as a simple quest for riches quickly becomes an unforgettable journey of camaraderie, personal transformation, and survival against impossible odds.

Celestial Baseball Association Announces 10-City Open Casting Call and USA Storm the Barn Prayer Tour for ‘Old Timers Day’ Book-to-Film Adaptation

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Celestial Baseball Association (CBA) continues to fulfill its mission of "Hitting Home Runs for God" as they slide into first base with a rousing mix of faith, film and fastballs for their Old Timers Day Open Casting Call and USA Storm the Barn Baseball Prayer Tour. The 10-city casting call and prayer tour hits its first home run in Las Vegas, Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the Faith Lutheran High School in Summerlin.

Caring for the Caregiver: Top Tips for Families During National Family Caregiving Month 2025

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- During National Family Caregiving Month, Simpson is recognizing and supporting the millions of Americans who provide care for loved ones by sharing resources and guidance through its Confident Caregiving for Family and Friends webinar. Simpson, a nonprofit senior living organization serving older adults for more than 150 years, offers families guidance, resources, and reassurance that they are not alone.

The ACES 2025-Q2 Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report shows modest rise in critical defect rate as refinance complexity tests loan quality

DENVER, Colo. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced the release of its quarterly ACES Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report covering the second quarter (Q2) of 2025. The report analyzes post-closing quality control data derived from the ACES Quality Management & Control® software.

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI) Honored with 2025 AI Pioneer Award

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), the leader in mortgage technology, has been recognized with the 2025 AI Pioneer Award by PROGRESS in Lending Association for leveraging artificial intelligence like ChatMMI cross its platform to deliver to deliver real, measurable outcomes for lenders-from opportunity discovery and timely outreach to borrower retention and lifetime loyalty.

FysinHair launches 2025 Black Friday early access with 20% off sitewide

DENVER, Colo. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Fysin Hair (Fysinhair International INC) today announced a Black Friday Early Access promotion that makes its best-selling ready-to-wear wigs available at a seasonal discount. Customers may apply code BF20 at checkout to receive 20% off qualifying items. The promotion emphasizes glueless construction, HD lace technology and pre-treatment (pre-cut lace, bleached knots, pre-plucked hairlines) to minimize customization and shorten time-to-wear.

HitPaw Black Friday 2025 Deals: Up to 60% Off on Premium Creative Tools for a Limited Time

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- HitPaw, a pioneer in intuitive and powerful multimedia enhancer & editing solutions, is thrilled to announce the kickoff of its 2025 Black Friday campaign - kicking off, November 11th, and running for a limited time! This year's event brings exclusive discounts of up to 60% on its suite of top-tier creative tools, inviting content creators, professionals, and hobbyists alike to grab the year's best savings on software designed to elevate every creative project.

Children’s book by Liisa Andreassen, GNU GNU AND PUNDA’S GREAT ADVENTURE, celebrates friendship, teamwork and the African savanna’s wonders

ASHEVILLE, N.C. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- icture this: endless golden grass, a scorching dry season and a journey from Tanzania to Kenya in search of life-giving water. In a new children's book written by Liisa Andreassen and illustrated by Frederic Gingillino, "Gnu Gnu and Punda's Great Adventure" (ISBN: 979-8218776183), give young readers the opportunity to join two unlikely companions - the sturdy wildebeest Gnu Gnu and the fast, sharp-eyed zebra Punda. They quickly discover that working together makes them stronger than they ever imagined.

Golden State Pops Orchestra Presents its 2025 ‘Holiday POPS Spectacular’ in Redondo Beach, CA

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Golden State Pops Orchestra's beloved holiday tradition returns brighter than ever! The 2025 Holiday POPS Spectacular, led by Maestro Steven Allen Fox with Resident Choir Maestra Marya Basaraba and the Golden State Pops Orchestra and GSPO Chorale, once again brings cinematic sparkle and symphonic splendor to the holiday season.

Tellwell Wins 2025 BBB Torch Award for Ethics for the Second Consecutive Year

VICTORIA, B.C. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Tellwell Publishing is proud to announce that it has received a BBB Torch Award for Ethics in the Professional Services category for the second year in a row. This marks the company's fourth consecutive nomination and second win, recognizing Tellwell's ongoing commitment to ethical business practices, transparency, and integrity in the publishing industry.

2025 Ag Aviation Expo: ViewTech Borescopes to Showcase VJ-4 Video Borescopes

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Beginning November 18, the National Agricultural Aviation Association's annual Ag Aviation Expo will kick off at the Reno Convention Center in Reno, Nevada. Returning to their 12th NAAA expo, ViewTech Borescopes will have their VJ-4 articulating video borescopes on hand to trial.

Black Friday 2025 Deals Announced at American Freight Stores

DUBLIN, Ohio /New York Netwire - National News/ -- American Freight is rolling out special offers that can't be missed! From November 24 through December 5, customers can score deep discounts on top furniture and mattress selections, plus special financing options to make it even easier to bring home new essentials for less.

Rice Park Capital Management LP Acquires Rosegate Mortgage

CHARLOTTE, N.C. and PLYMOUTH, Minn. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Rice Park Capital Management LP ("Rice Park"), a Minneapolis-based private investment firm specializing in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), announced today that it has acquired Rosegate Mortgage, LLC ("Rosegate Mortgage"), NMLS #2020757, a retail and consumer-direct mortgage lender headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

Texas-based Velocity Credit Union Introduces ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ to Give Members Greater Financial Flexibility

AUSTIN, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Velocity Credit Union (Velocity) has announced the launch of a new Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) program designed to give members greater financial flexibility and control over their everyday spending. A financial institution with over $1 billion in assets and serving over 80,000 members, Velocity is introducing this program to further its commitment to offering comprehensive financial services to its members for every stage of their life.

Avatar Design & Construction Trademarks its ‘Avatar’ Brand, Unveils ‘Grand’ Multi-Family Developments in N.H.

WATERTOWN, Mass. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Avatar Design & Construction, a leading commercial design-build firm, today announced the official trademarking of its company name (Avatar®) as a design-build brand and the launch of its new trademarked "Grand" line of multi-family apartment buildings. This strategic move solidifies the company's identity and introduces a new standard of living to the New England market, beginning with three major projects in Manchester, New Hampshire.

HotDeals.com releases its first Holiday Savings Insights Report for 2025

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- HotDeals, the trusted online platform for discovering verified coupon codes and discounts, today released its first Holiday Savings Insights Report for 2025, combining Adobe's publicly released 2025 holiday spending forecast with HotDeals' proprietary savings data.

The Mortgage Collaborative Charts 2026 Strategy with new initiatives underscoring the power of collaboration amid evolving mortgage landscape

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- As lenders continue to navigate a shifting housing market marked by volatility, margin pressure and rapid technological change, The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) is doubling down on what it believes is the industry's greatest strength: connection.

Cloudvirga’s Loan Hub equips loan teams with modern fintech for managing pipelines and borrower communication

IRVINE, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced the launch of its new Loan Hub for lenders seeking an optimized loan team experience. The Loan Hub gives loan officers, LO assistants and processors a modern, intuitive workspace to manage their pipelines, collaborate with borrowers and complete key tasks without toggling between systems.

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