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• American Physicians Service Group, Inc. Announces Early Redemption of All Preferred Stock
  published on Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 EDT
  AUSTIN, TX--(Marketwire - September 3, 2010) -  American Physicians Service Group, Inc. ("APS") (NASDAQ: AMPH) today announced that its Board of Directors had authorized the early redemption of all of APS' 3% Series A redeemable preferred stock, valued at approximately $6 million, and payment of accrued dividends on the preferred stock through the redemption date.
• Put a Canadian Apple in Your Backpack for Your Teacher Next Tuesday
  published on Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 EDT
  BMO's Agricultural Bankers Encourage Students to Support Canadian Farmers and Local Food
• Retour à l'école-offrez une pomme canadienne à votre professeur mardi prochain
  published on Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 EDT
  Les spécialistes de l'agriculture chez BMO encouragent les élèves à supporter les fermiers canadiens et à acheter local
• Les Ross Joins Wholesale Trading Co-Op as Managing Partner
  published on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:59:00 EDT
  SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - September 2, 2010) -  Wholesale Trading Co-Op LLC ("WTC") announces the addition of wholesale brokerage industry veteran Les Ross as Managing Partner in San Francisco.
• Clicksurance.com Offers Free SR22 Assistance to California Drivers
  published on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:38:00 EDT
  LOVELAND, CO--(Marketwire - September 2, 2010) -  Ratek Group Inc. has launched a website for its subsidiary company, Clicksurance, www.sr22insurance-california.com/, which will eventually become Clicksurance.com. The site is a "one-stop shop," according to owner Scott Knepper, for California drivers who are required to file an SR22 form with the California Department of Motor Vehicles. The website's services include answers to frequently asked questions on the SR22 process and a free comparison of five auto insurance quotes.
• Brown & Brown, Inc. President and CEO, Powell Brown, to Present at the Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Insurance Conference
  published on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:14:00 EDT
  DAYTONA BEACH, FL and TAMPA, FL--(Marketwire - September 2, 2010) - J. Powell Brown, President and CEO of Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) will speak at the Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Insurance Conference in New York City on Wednesday, September 8, 2010. Mr. Brown is scheduled to present at 7:30 am ET.
• H&R Block Reports Fiscal 2011 First Quarter Results
  published on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:03:00 EDT
  KANSAS CITY, MO--(Marketwire - September 2, 2010) - H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB)
• Job Seekers Get Help on Two Fronts
  published on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:52:00 EDT
  Tips on How to Handle Reduced Income and How to Land a New Job Provided by Community College/Credit Union Partnership
• BMO Announces 8th Annual 1st Art! Award Recipients
  published on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 EDT
  Dynamic Artwork Created by Thirteen Graduating Student Artists From Across the Country Win Top Awards at the 8th Annual BMO 1st Art! Invitational Student Art Competition
• BMO annonce le nom des lauréats du 8e concours annuel 1res OEuvres!
  published on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 EDT
  Des oeuvres d'art dynamiques réalisées par treize finissants en arts visuels de tout le pays sont primées lors du 8e concours annuel 1res OEuvres! Concours invitation organisé par BMO
• eHealth, Inc. to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:58:00 EDT
  MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA--(Marketwire - September 1, 2010) -  eHealth, Inc. (NASDAQ: EHTH), the leading online source of health insurance for individuals, families, and small businesses, today announced that its senior management will deliver presentations at the upcoming investor conferences:
• Have Pre-Existing Health Conditions? High Risk Pool Information for Consumers at GoHealthInsurance.com
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:11:00 EDT
  GoHealthInsurance.com Provides Consumers Looking for Health Insurance With Pre-Existing Conditions Additional Help for Obtaining Coverage Through Their State's High Risk Health Insurance Pool
• Brown & Brown, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of Crowe Paradis
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:01:00 EDT
  DAYTONA BEACH, FL and TAMPA, FL--(Marketwire - September 1, 2010) - Sam R. Boone, Jr., Regional Executive Vice President of Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO), and Michael K. Crowe, Kenneth J. Paradis and Brett A. Albren, principals of Crowe Paradis Holding Company, LLC ("Crowe Paradis"), today announced the acquisition of substantially all the assets of Crowe Paradis and two related entities by a subsidiary of Brown & Brown, Inc.
• Franklin Templeton Limited Duration Income Trust Reports Asset Allocation
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:12:00 EDT
  SAN MATEO, CA--(Marketwire - September 1, 2010) -  Franklin Templeton Limited Duration Income Trust (NYSE Amex: FTF), a closed-end investment company managed by Franklin Advisers, Inc., today reported its portfolio composition, certain portfolio characteristics and NYSE Amex closing price as of July 31, 2010. 
• Franklin Universal Trust Reports Asset Allocation
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:11:00 EDT
  SAN MATEO, CA--(Marketwire - September 1, 2010) -  Franklin Universal Trust (NYSE: FT), a closed-end investment company managed by Franklin Advisers, Inc., today reported its portfolio composition, certain portfolio characteristics and NYSE closing price as of July 31, 2010.
• Experienced Security Benefit Leader Doug Wolff to Assume Role of President of Retail Retirement Business
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:00:00 EDT
  TOPEKA, KS--(Marketwire - September 1, 2010) -  Security Benefit President and Chief Executive Officer Howard Fricke announced today that Doug Wolff has been promoted to President of the company's Retail Retirement business. A nine-year veteran of Security Benefit, Wolff's new role will be the latest in a number of leadership positions he has had with the company.
• BMO Slashes Market-Leading Five Year Mortgage Rate by 20 Bps to 3.59 Per Cent
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:58:00 EDT
  Cut Comes in Advance of Traditional Fall Home-Buying Season
• BMO diminue de 20 points de base son taux le plus populaire de cinq ans fixe à 3,59 pour cent
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:58:00 EDT
  Cette baisse arrive à point nommé pour l'automne, la période traditionnelle de magasinage de propriétés
• Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. Subsidiary UPCIC to Offer Homeowners Insurance Through GEICO Agents in North Carolina
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:34:00 EDT
  FORT LAUDERDALE, FL--(Marketwire - September 1, 2010) -  Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. (the Company or Universal) (NYSE Amex: UVE), a vertically integrated insurance holding company, announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company (UPCIC) has entered into an agreement with GEICO to make UPCIC's personal residential insurance products available through 137 GEICO agents licensed in North Carolina. Through GEICO Insurance Agency, Inc., GEICO offers its customers opportunities to obtain insurance products from unaffiliated insurers that complement GEICO's auto insurance policies. The agreement between UPCIC and GEICO allows GEICO Insurance Agency's licensed insurance agents to offer UPCIC's range of residential insurance products to GEICO customers in North Carolina, including homeowners', condominium unit
• Washington State Median Auto Insurance Rate Now $637 per Household
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:43:00 EDT
  SACRAMENTO, CA--(Marketwire - September 1, 2010) -  The median six-month auto insurance rate in Washington has remained steady over the last six months, increasing less than one percent to reach $637 according to InsWeb (NASDAQ: INSW), a leading online insurance comparison provider.
• BMO Urges Ontario Consumers to Speak to Their Insurance Broker About New Auto Insurance Rules
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:38:00 EDT
  Reforms Take Effect Today
• Plymouth Rock Provides Tips for Safe and Economical Driving This Labor Day
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EDT
  Expert Advice From Auto Insurer to Ensure Safety on the Roads and Affordable Gas Prices
• MyMedicalRecords Sponsors Hallmark Channel's "The Spirit of Mississippi" and Clear Channel Network Radio Launch of Personal Health Records
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EDT
  LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - September 1, 2010) -  MMRGlobal, Inc. (OTCBB: MMRF) (www.mmrglobal.com) expands its advertising of Personal Health Records products and services (www.mymedicalrecords.com) on national television tonight, September 1, 2010, at 6 pm EDT, in "The Spirit of Mississippi," on the Hallmark Channel. The Company also announced that starting today, a nationwide radio Listener Loyalty Program was launched with Clear Channel Communications in which listeners will be directed to MMR's website to take advantage of the Company's end of Summer Labor Day promotion of a 30-day trial and $25 toward the cost of their next doctor visit (www.mmrvideos.com).
• Places of Worship May Be Easy Targets
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:00:00 EDT
  TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Sept. 1, 2010) - Thieves broke into two churches and a synagogue in Halton Region over a two-week period this summer. The suspect or suspects gained access by forcing doors or breaking windows. While they made off with some petty cash, they left items of value behind. Police believe the suspects were simply looking for collection money and warned everyone in the community to be more vigilant about locking doors and windows at night. 
• InsWeb to Acquire Potrero Media Corporation
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 06:30:00 EDT
  SACRAMENTO, CA--(Marketwire - September 1, 2010) -  InsWeb Corp. (NASDAQ: INSW), a leading online insurance comparison provider, today announced the execution of a definitive agreement to purchase Potrero Media Corporation, a leading privately-held performance-based marketing agency based in San Francisco. 
• Driving Instructors Stress Importance of Careful Driving as Insurance Premiums Rise
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:00:00 EDT
  KENT, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Sept. 1, 2010) - Recent figures show insurance premiums have had the biggest increase at the fastest rate the motoring organisation has seen, since it started recording premium trends back in 1994.
• Motor Trade Insurers, Quote Me Today Urge Caution as Dealer Profits Soar
  published on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:00:00 EDT
  KENT, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Sept. 1, 2010) - Leading motor trade insurance company, Quote Me Today are warning car dealers not to be complacent after celebrating an increase in their net profits by 18.5% in the first half of 2010. This resulted in a £12,000 increase on the profits from the first half of 2009.
• Russell Indexes: Asia-Pacific Small Caps Outperform During the Quarter
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:35:00 EDT
  TACOMA, WA--(Marketwire - August 31, 2010) -  The rally in Asia small cap stocks continues across Asia with gains in the third quarter making up for the losses recorded in the second quarter. The Russell Asia Pacific ex-Japan Small Cap Index has gained 9.2% for the third quarter, through August 30, 2010. This compares to a loss of 7.1% for the second quarter. Small cap stocks in Asia also continue to outperform their larger peers in the quarter. The Russell Asia Pacific ex-Japan Mid Cap Index has risen 8.6 per cent during the quarter, lagging the gains posted on the Russell Asia Pacific ex-Japan Small Cap Index.
• Brown & Brown and Navigators Expand Lawyers Professional Liability Program Effective October 1, 2010
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:07:00 EDT
  TAMPA, FL--(Marketwire - August 31, 2010) - Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) announced today the expansion of the Lawyer's Protector Plan® (LPP®) Liability Program, which it runs in partnership with Navigators Insurance Company, to include law firms with up to 34 attorneys effective October 1, 2010. Brown & Brown and Navigators created one of the leading national lawyers' professional liability insurance programs in the country by combining their law firm programs designed for firms of one to 19 attorneys in November 2009.
• Update: Some Summertime Projects Pay Off in Spring Tax Green
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 11:31:00 EDT
  New Windows, Doors Can Cool Summer Energy Bills and Boost Spring Tax Savings
• Leading Life Settlement Association Concludes 4th Compliance Conference
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:28:00 EDT
  ORLANDO, FL--(Marketwire - August 31, 2010) -  Last week, the leading association for the life settlement industry successfully concluded its 4th compliance conference. The Life Insurance Settlement Association (LISA) convened its annual Compliance Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. The annual gathering is the only conference geared towards the life settlement industry's compliance professionals and featured the widely popular Legal Roundtable. This year's event was attended by more than 30 licensed companies.
• Equity Research on Tyco Electronics and Molex -- Diversified Electronics Already Gearing for Christmas
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:22:00 EDT
  JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA--(Marketwire - August 31, 2010) -  www.stockcall.com/ offers investors comprehensive research on the diversified electronics industry and has completed analytical research on Tyco Electronics Ltd. (NYSE: TEL) and Molex Inc. (NASDAQ: MOLX). Register with us today at www.stockcall.com/ to have free access to these researches. 
• Online Pet Medication Store Supports Free Vaccinations for Cats
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:02:00 EDT
  ThePetangoStore.com Helps to Fund the Humane Society of Tampa Bay Vaccs for Life Program
• 4th Story Introduces Portfolio Features for Strategy Backtesting and Operation
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:30:00 EDT
  SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - August 31, 2010) -  4th Story has introduced new portfolio features to its leading automated trading strategy platform to address real-world operating conditions such as cross-strategy risk management and optimization and portfolio-based investing.
• Some Summertime Projects Pay Off in Spring Tax Green
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EDT
  New Windows, Doors Can Cool Summer Energy Bills and Boost Spring Tax Savings
• Mitchell International Announces ClaimIQ(TM) Scene Diagram
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EDT
  Solution Enhances Speed, Consistency and Control of the Claim Handling Process With State-of-the-Art Graphical Accident Depiction Capabilities
• BMO Bank of Montreal Appoints New Commercial Banking Area Manager for Northern New Brunswick
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:30:00 EDT
  FREDERICTON, NEW BRUNSWICK--(Marketwire - Aug. 31, 2010) - BMO Bank of Montreal today announced the appointment of Stéphane Dorais as Commercial Banking Area Manager for Northern New Brunswick.
• BMO Banque de Montréal nomme un nouveau directeur régional des Services aux entreprises pour le nord du Nouveau-Brunswick
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:30:00 EDT
  MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 31 août 2010) - BMO Banque de Montréal a annoncé aujourd'hui la nomination de Mr Stéphane Dorais au poste de directeur régional - Services aux entreprises pour la région du nord du Nouveau-Brunswick.
• Austin Ventures Forms Life Insurance Distribution Company With Bob Carter
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 06:03:00 EDT
  Providing Equity Ownership for the Nation's Most Elite Agents
• Recession Hurts Road Haulage
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:00:00 EDT
  MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Aug. 31, 2010) - The Department for Transport (DfT) has published National Statistics on the activity of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), that is vehicles over 3.5 tonnes gross vehicle weight, during 2009 including foreign vehicle activity in the UK. There was a significant decrease in HGV activity in 2009, with the amount of goods moved decreasing by 13% from the 2008 level to 132 billion tonne kilometres, the amount of goods lifted decreasing by 18% to 1,422 million tonnes and vehicle kilometres decreasing by 11% to 18.8 billion vehicle kilometres (11.7 billion vehicle miles). Articulated vehicles over 33 tonnes gross vehicle weight continue to account for the largest share of all goods moved with 73% of the market.
• Uninsured Driver Hotspots Provoke Warning from Motor Trade Insurance Company
  published on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:00:00 EDT
  ESSEX, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Aug. 31, 2010) - The UK's worst offending towns for driving without insurance have been revealed by the Motor Insurers' Bureau (MIB), with Barkerend in Bradford taking pole position for the most uninsured motorists.
• Title Consulting Services, Inc. Attains Pink Sheets Current Information Status
  published on Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:56:00 EDT
  ST PETERSBURG, FL--(Marketwire - August 30, 2010) -  Title Consulting Services, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: TITL) announced today that it has moved to a higher listing status on the Pink Sheets (Pink Sheets Current Information). Shareholders of companies in the Current Status tier often experience improved liquidity due to greater interest amongst investors in companies that have met this standard.
• Make Sure Your Disability Policy Will Pay When You Need It -- Edholm of Business Benefits Insurance Gives Guidelines
  published on Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:33:00 EDT
  ANDOVER, MA--(Marketwire - August 30, 2010) - Will your disability insurance policy pay benefits if you become disabled?
• Information Architects Has Started to Receive Revenues From Pizza Timer King (PTK) Products and National Grid Rebates
  published on Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:30:00 EDT
  FORT LAUDERDALE, FL--(Marketwire - August 30, 2010) -  Information Architects Corp. (PINKSHEETS: IACH) announced today that it is now receiving revenue from the sales of its Pizza Timer King (PTK) product and national grid rebates.
• Mitratech Named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies List for the Second Year Running
  published on Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EDT
  LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - August 30, 2010) - Mitratech, the leader in Collaborative Accountability Applications including enterprise legal and compliance management automation, today announced it was named to Inc. Magazine's annual Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies list. The accomplishment marks the second year in a row that Mitratech has achieved the stellar sales growth required to establish the company as one of the nation's fastest-growing private companies.
• Drivers Turn to the Traditional Maps to Find Their Way This Bank Holiday
  published on Sun, 29 Aug 2010 19:00:00 EDT
  MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Aug. 29, 2010) - Drivers are turning away from high tech GPS and satellite navigation devices in favour of the humble A to Z as they make plans to travel this Bank Holiday, says new research from Swinton.
• One in Five Motorcyclists Have Crashed in Wet Weather
  published on Sun, 29 Aug 2010 19:00:00 EDT
  MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Aug. 29, 2010) - One in five motorcyclists have admitted to being in a minor accident because of biking in the rain, according to Swinton Bikes.
• One in Five Would Consider an Electric Van According to Swinton Commercial
  published on Sun, 29 Aug 2010 19:00:00 EDT
  MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Aug. 29, 2010) - One in five van drivers would consider driving an electric van according to a survey by Swinton Commercial.
• Britain's DIYers Brace for Big Bank Holiday Weekend
  published on Sun, 29 Aug 2010 19:00:00 EDT
  MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Aug. 29, 2010) - This Bank Holiday weekend is set to become a big one for DIY lovers nationwide, as Swinton Home Insurance reveals that millions of Briton's will be giving their homes a face-lift.
• Swinton Issues Warning as Axe Falls on Speed Cameras
  published on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:00:00 EDT
  MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Aug. 27, 2010) - Swinton is urging motorists to watch their speed as the axe begins to fall on speed cameras across the UK.
• Retour à l'école-BMO invite les élèves à offrir une pomme à leur professeur
  published on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:17:00 EDT
  L'industrie de la pomme offre des emplois directs à plus de 20 000 Canadiens, et à 10 000 à 15 000 travailleurs supplémentaires au sein d'entreprises de soutien.
• Summer Spending Study Reveals 'Staycations' as the Number One Choice for Canadians this Summer: BMO
  published on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:15:00 EDT
  - BMO Summer Spending Study Shows Canadians Were More than Twice as Likely to Part with Cash for a Vacation Close to Home (43 per cent) than a Trip Abroad (17 per cent) - Nearly Half Spent Their Extra Cash on Lunches and Dinners Out (49 per cent), While 20 per cent Spent it on Morning Coffee, Lattes or Tea
• Une étude de BMO sur les dépenses d'été révèle que les "vacances sédentaires" ont été le premier choix des Canadiens cet été
  published on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:15:00 EDT
  - Une étude de BMO sur les dépenses d'été indique que les Canadiens disposés à dépenser pour des vacances au pays ont été plus de deux fois plus nombreux (43 %) que ceux qui envisageaient un voyage à l'étranger (17 %). - Près de la moitié des répondants ont dépensé leurs surplus d'argent pour des dîners ou soupers au restaurant (49 %), tandis que 20 % des répondants les ont plutôt utilisés pour leur café ou leur thé du matin.
• Professional Research on Covidien plc and CareFusion -- Three Factors Undermining Growth in the Medical Instruments & Supplies Industry
  published on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:07:00 EDT
  JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA--(Marketwire - August 27, 2010) -  www.wallstreetequityresearch.com allows shareholders to gain full understanding of the economic and market forces influencing the medical instruments & supplies industry, and offers free research on industry players Covidien plc (NYSE: COV) and CareFusion Corporation (NYSE: CFN). Register today at www.wallstreetequityresearch.com to receive free research reports on these companies.
• Automated Benefits Corp. Increases Revenue 13%
  published on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EDT
  Six Months YTD 2010 vs. YTD 2009