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KISSIMMEE, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Dr. MaryAnn Wilkey announces the release of her compassionate new children's book, "Juny the Butterfly Boy: A Story of Loss and Love" (ISBN: 978-1779629081; released November 30 by Tellwell Publishing). Blending gentle fantasy with emotional truth, the book offers young readers and families an accessible way to understand grief, memory, and the lasting power of love.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Informative Research (IR), a leading technology provider of data-driven credit and verification solutions for the lending industry, today announced that Software Developer Sriranjini "Sri" Prabhakara has been named to National Mortgage Professional Magazine's 2025 40 Under 40 list. The annual recognition highlights emerging professionals whose work is helping shape the future of the mortgage sector.

LADNER, B.C., Canada /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Author Hugh Greer announces the release of his new book, "2,300 Days of Travel: From Roughing it to Luxury Cruising" (ISBN: 978-1834183879), a witty and self-deprecating chronicle of his journeys from camping in the 1950s to luxury riverboats and ocean cruises later in life.

BOULDER, Colo. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that Head of Product Sydney Barber, 32, has been recognized by National Mortgage Professional magazine as one of its 2025 "40 Under 40" award winners. The award acknowledges rising leaders who are making a significant impact on the mortgage industry and is presented to each recipient only once.

ATLANTA, Ga. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced that Tim Higginson, partner solutions specialist, has been named to National Mortgage Professional Magazine's 40 Under 40 list for 2025.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- HitPaw Edimakor has officially released V4.5.0 - marking a new era of digital innovation. This major upgrade introduces two powerful breakthroughs - the Multi-Avatar Dialogue System and the enhanced NanoBanana Pro AI Image Generator. Together, they push digital creation beyond static visuals and into the world of intelligent, dynamic interaction. With this update - Edimakor continues to redefine what creators can achieve through AI-driven content.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- As the holidays bring moments of connection, AgingIN is recognizing the caregivers and elders who preserve the comfort and continuity of home in long-term care. AgingIN, home to THE GREEN HOUSE® Project and Pioneer Network, celebrates these families and the AgingIN-associated professional care teams that are built for person-directed living.

AVE MARIA, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Nick and Joan Cerami announce their growing presence in Southwest Florida as owners of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors - the Cerami Team, marking the next chapter in a professional journey that has spanned four decades and two industries. After more than 30 years each in marketing and advertising - often working in tandem as client and agency partner, the couple now share business ownership.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Industrial SalesLeads today announced the findings of its November 2025 report on planned capital project spending within the North American Industrial Manufacturing sector. The firm's research, which tracks new plant construction, facility expansions, and significant equipment modernization, identified 154 new projects. Capital project activity remains stable, with 154 new projects in November, nearly matching the 155 projects tracked in October.

AUSTIN, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced the appointment of Alex Sirpis as vice president of sales. In this role, Sirpis will lead the company's sales organization, refine the go-to-market strategy and drive revenue growth as FirstClose continues expanding its presence with mortgage and home equity lenders across the country.

LAKE ZURICH, Ill. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (DMI), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that Rivermark Community Credit Union has expanded its partnership with DMI. Under this expanded relationship, Dovenmuehle will provide subservicing for Rivermark's growing portfolio of mortgage loans, supporting the credit union's expanding membership base and ensuring an exceptional servicing experience for members.

CLEVELAND, Ohio /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, announced a December lineup of trailblazing figures in loan origination technology, real estate and housing finance advocacy. Co-hosted by mortgage business consultant and executive coach Rich Swerbinsky and capital markets authority Rob Chrisman.

LONG BEACH, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- New Cadence Healthcare is excited to welcome Dr. Jasia Hu, M.D., who officially joined our team on December 1, 2025. A board-certified family medicine physician who has cared for the Long Beach community since 2010, Dr. Hu brings deep experience in preventive care, chronic disease management, and patient education.

NEW YORK and HONG KONG /New York Netwire - National News/ -- With the latest in-game updates bringing new Gigantamax raids Pokémon GO and special seasonal events, Trainers are once again focusing on the best Gigantamax Pokémon GO to strengthen their teams. This guide from PoGoskill summarizes current raid highlights, top selections, and ways players can join these events efficiently.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department, operating as Pompano Beach Arts, proudly announces the milestone "sapphire" 5th anniversary of Jazz Fest Pompano Beach, taking place Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026. Set along the city's stunning shoreline, the festival once again brings two days of world-class performances, culinary delights, and community celebration - all free to the public. This event is set to rival the most notable Jazz Festivals in the county, with warm breezes, salted air and the vibes of sultry jazz.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- SecuGen, a leader in optical fingerprint biometrics, today announced it will integrate Precise Biometrics' proven live-finger detection (LFD) technology into SecuGen's next generation MOSIP L1 authentication device and the company's upcoming UIDAI L1 Registered Device. The integration enhances the devices' presentation attack detection (PAD) capabilities while preserving SecuGen's high-quality imaging and operational performance.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Jackson Copeland Foundation has officially launched, announcing a dual mission to fund research into high-risk leukemia variants and provide critical financial support to patients and families navigating the devastating costs of leukemia treatment. Beyond research, the Foundation addresses the immediate, crushing burden of a diagnosis.

DES MOINES, Iowa /New York Netwire - National News/ -- iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, released a new analysis validating that its U.S. purchase mortgage origination forecasts continue to lead the industry in accuracy, outperforming other publicly available forecasts such as those published by Fannie Mae and the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) over the last six years.

OCALA, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Grab your leather jackets and poodle skirts! On Saturday, December 6, the Mary Sue Rich Community Center in Ocala will be transformed into a 1950s-style dance hall and casino for the "Happy Days Sock Hop," a high-energy holiday fundraiser for Stirrups 'n Strides Therapeutic Riding Center, Casino Party Planners Florida announced today.

QUEEN CREEK, Ariz. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Christmas at Schnepf Farms is back for the holidays, and this year's outdoor holiday experience is bigger and better than ever. When the gates opened on November 28, guests gained access to more than 30 acres of the East Valley farm and nearly 50 holiday-themed attractions. Christmas at Schnepf Farms runs Thursday through Sunday from November 28 through December 28, 2025.