Day: January 14, 2022

744 Canadian communities are benefitting from TELUS’ blazing fast and reliable 5G network VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TELUS is connecting more Canadians to our next-generation 5G network ahead of schedule, reaching 70% of the Canadian population as part of its significant $54 billion investment in infrastructure and operations through 2024. We have now proudly connected 744 urban and rural communities – 129 more than initially planned for the year – to TELUS’ fast and reliable 5G network, demonstrating its commitment to connecting Canadians and driving remarkable social outcomes in our communities. The increased connectivity, ultrafast speeds and responsiveness of this unprecedented technology offer a leap in capabilities over 4G networks. 5G is unleashing human productivity and contributing...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthWest Copper (“NorthWest” or “the Company”) (TSX-V: NWST) (OTCQX: NWCCF) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a property option agreement (the “Option Agreement”) with Alpha Copper Corp. (“Alpha”) (CSE:ALCU) whereby the Company has granted Alpha the right to acquire a 100% interest in a series of mineral claims located in the province of British Columbia commonly referred to as the “Okeover Copper (molybdenum) Project” (the “Property”), subject to 2% net smelter return to be retained by the Company (the “NSR Royalty”). Pursuant to the terms of the Option Agreement, Alpha has the right to earn a 100% ownership interest in the Property, by issuing the following common shares and incurring the following expenditures:Issuing common shares with a value of...

DURHAM, N.C., Jan. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Novan, Inc. (“the Company” or “Novan”) (Nasdaq: NOVN), today announced that data from the Company’s completed Phase 2 and Phase 3 clinical studies of berdazimer 10.3% gel (previously referred to as SB206) for molluscum contagiosum will be presented at the 2022 Winter Clinical Dermatology Conference, being held January 14-19, 2022, in Koloa, Hawaii. Berdazimer 10.3% gel, containing new chemical entity berdazimer (sodium), is in late-stage development and poised as a first-in-class topical controlled-nitric oxide releasing medication for the treatment of molluscum contagiosum, a highly contagious viral skin disease affecting an estimated 6 million people in the US, mostly children, if approved. There is currently no US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved medication indicated...

MONACO, Jan. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Safe Bulkers, Inc. (the Company) (NYSE: SB), an international provider of marine drybulk transportation services, today announced that it will participate in Capital Link’s Corporate Presentations Webinar Series. On Tuesday, January 18th, 2022 at 10am ET its senior management team will go through a presentation on the company’s current operations, business development, growth prospects and outlook of the dry bulk sector. You can register for the company presentation webinar below: Date: Tuesday, January 18th, 2022 Time: 10am ET Register: Webinar Registration On the registration page, please register for the presentation slated for January 18th, 2022 at 10am ET. An email confirmation will be sent back and will include the link to click for the presentation you signed up for. LIVE Q&A...

ATLANTA, Jan. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — UC Asset LP (OTCQX: UCASU) management is cautiously optimistic that it may benefit from Puration Inc.’s (OTC Pink: PURA) $10 million revenue projection, which was announced in a press release by PURA. UCASU holds substantial interests in PURA, and is under an umbrella LOI to invest into cannabis properties to be operated by PURA. “We are encouraged to see the optimistic projection by PURA, particularly from operation of its new Farmersville Hemp Brand,” says Greg Bankston, managing partner of PURA, “We are committed to invest into the real estate of Farmersville Hemp Brand’s facility, which is central to PURA’s updated business plan. However, the schedule and scale of our investment will depend on PURA’s implementation of a productive business plan...

As announced by SkiStar on 5 May 2021, SkiStar sells its 68 percent stake in the Austrian ski resort St. Johanner Bergbahnen GmbH (St. Johann). This as one step in SkiStar’s strategy to fully focusing on the Scandinavian market in the coming years considering inter alia changes in travel habits. All approvals necessary for completion of the transaction under Austrian regulations have now been received and the transaction has thus been completed today. “Through the divestment of St. Johann we strengthen our position as the leading Scandinavian holiday organiser”, said CEO Stefan Sjöstrand. “I am happy that the transaction is completed, meaning that we can now focus entirely on further development of our business in our home market. As previously announced, we now increase our investment rate; firstly, by investing in two new ski lifts in...

NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alpha Star Acquisition Corporation (Nasdaq: ALSAU) (the “Company”) announced that, commencing Tuesday, January 18, 2022, holders of the units sold in the Company’s initial public offering of 11,500,000 units (the “Units”) may commence separate trading of the underlying component securities. Each Unit consists of one ordinary share, par value $0.001 per ordinary share (“Share”), one redeemable warrant (“Warrant”) entitling its holder to purchase one-half (1/2) of one Share at a price of $11.50 per Share, and one right to receive one-seventh (1/7) of one Share upon the consummation of the Company’s initial business combination.  Those units not separated will continue to trade on the Global tier of the Nasdaq Stock Market (“Nasdaq”) under the symbol “ALSAU.” The ordinary shares, rights and...

Strong Performance Includes a New Single Day Record for Orders Fulfilled ALLEN, Texas, Jan. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PFS (NASDAQ: PFSW), a premier eCommerce order fulfillment provider, is reporting record fulfillment volumes for FY 2021. PFS fulfilled over 29 million orders during FY 2021, representing an approximately 6% increase compared to FY 2020. FY 2021 Operational HighlightsProcessed over $3.2 billion in gross merchandise value through fulfillment activity. Shipped nearly 109 million units. Opened new fulfillment center in Las Vegas area. Expanded footprint in existing Dallas-area fulfillment center. $1.7 billion processed through PFS’ order management platform. Processed over 118,000 orders and 434,000 units worth over $6.7 million through our RetailConnect omnichannel fulfillment product/platform.“I’m extremely...

WESTPORT, Conn., Jan. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Compass Diversified (NYSE: CODI) (“CODI” or the “Company”), an owner of leading middle market businesses, today announced with great sadness that D. Eugene Ewing, a valued member of the CODI Board of Directors, passed away on January 9, 2022. Mr. Ewing served as a director of the Company since April 2006, as Chairman of the Company’s Audit Committee from April 2006 through October 2021, and as Independent Lead Director from July 2019 through October of 2021. Mr. Ewing’s seat on the Company’s Board of Directors will not be filled at this time. C. Sean Day, Chairman of CODI, said, “We are deeply saddened by the loss of our longtime friend and fellow board member, Gene Ewing. For over 15 years, Gene actively contributed to the evolution of CODI’s business and our success, acting as...

Vital Farms Pasture-Raised Eggs Now Featured on HomeState’s Texas-Inspired Menu AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today Vital Farms (Nasdaq: VITL), a Certified B Corporation that offers a range of ethically produced foods nationwide, announced HomeState as its newest foodservice partner. HomeState, a Texas Kitchen based in Southern California that aims to bring high-quality food and hospitality to Los Angeles, is pleased to use Vital Farms pasture-raised eggs in the many egg offerings on its Texas-inspired menu. “We are honored to bring Vital Farms pasture-raised eggs to HomeState’s menu,” said Erin Feemster, Associate Brand Manager, Foodservice at Vital Farms. “In addition to sharing our Texas roots, HomeState is a like-minded, mission-driven partner that values high-quality, ethically sourced ingredients and...