VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Calibre Mining Corp. (TSX: CXB; OTCQX: CXBMF) (the “Company” or “Calibre”) is pleased to announce that the Supreme Court of British Columbia has granted the final order in connection with the Company’s plan of arrangement (the “Arrangement”) with Equinox Gold Corp. (“Equinox Gold”), whereby Equinox Gold will, among other things, acquire all of the issued and outstanding Calibre shares. Pursuant to the Arrangement, Calibre shareholders will receive 0.35 shares of Equinox Gold common shares for each Calibre common share held. Subject to obtaining all required approvals and the satisfaction or waiver of all required conditions, the Arrangement is expected to close by the end of Q2 2025. Following closing of the Arrangement, the Calibre shares are expected to be de-listed...

AvidXchange stockholders to receive $10.00 per share in cash CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AvidXchange Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVDX) (“AvidXchange” or the “Company”), a leading provider of accounts payable (AP) automation software and payment solutions, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by TPG (NASDAQ: TPG), a global alternative asset management firm, in partnership with Corpay, a global leader in corporate payments. TPG and Corpay will acquire AvidXchange for $10.00 per share in a cash transaction that values AvidXchange at $2.2 billion. TPG will acquire a majority interest in AvidXchange through TPG Capital, the firm’s U.S. and European private equity platform. Corpay will acquire a minority interest in the Company. The purchase price represents a 22% premium over...

Marks Successful Culmination of AMG Partnership WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AMG, a strategic partner to leading independent investment management firms globally, today announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its equity interest in Peppertree Capital Management, Inc. (“Peppertree”) as part of the announced acquisition of Peppertree by TPG Inc. Founded in 2004 by co-Presidents Ryan Lepene and Howard Mandel, Peppertree is a leading specialized digital infrastructure investment firm with a focus on wireless communications towers. Since AMG’s minority investment, Peppertree has grown and developed its business, including through the support of AMG’s capital formation and strategic capabilities. “We are so pleased to have partnered with Ryan, Howard, and the Peppertree team, collaborating to...

ATLANTA and HONOLULU, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hotel Equities and Springboard Hospitality today announced a strategic merger, effective May 1, creating a scaled and differentiated hotel management company built to deliver value for hotel owners across branded and independent segments. The merger brings together two complementary organizations with distinct strengths: Hotel Equities, known for its superior performance in branded, select- and full-service assets, and Springboard Hospitality, a leader in managing independent, lifestyle, and resort properties. The combined company will operate a broad portfolio of properties across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and Latin America spanning urban, resort and outdoor destinations. The newly merged entity will continue to operate as an owner-focused management company,...

DALLAS, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Big Sky Medical is pleased to announce the off-market acquisition of Lake Pointe Medical Plaza, a premier medical outpatient facility located in Rockwall, Texas. This strategic move reinforces the firm’s unwavering commitment to portfolio growth, successfully navigating today’s challenging market conditions. Located in one of the fastest-growing communities in North Texas, Lake Pointe Medical Plaza sits on the campus of Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Lake Pointe. The property comprises two buildings totaling 46,359 square feet and houses a diverse mix of medical tenants, including Baylor Scott & White affiliates, demonstrating its strong financial performance and growth potential. Rockwall County continues to demonstrate exceptional growth, with a population...

The affiliation makes WellSpan the largest podiatry provider in the regionThe Martin Foot and Ankle TeamThe Martin Foot and Ankle team joins WellSpan Health later this summer.York, Pa., May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Expanding access to podiatric care for patients in Lancaster and York counties, WellSpan Health has announced plans to integrate Martin Foot and Ankle into its health system later this summer. The four Martin practices now will operate under the WellSpan name in Hanover, Lancaster, Lititz and York, making WellSpan’s podiatry services the largest and most comprehensive employed care team of foot and ankle specialists in the region. Martin Foot and Ankle has been providing services to these communities for 47 years with a team of 14 podiatrists, two of which are podiatry fellows who undergo specialized additional...

Acquisition combines clinical expertise with The Beauty Authority® to expand influence across the aesthetics landscape CRANBURY, N.J., May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MJH Life Sciences®, the largest privately held, independent, full-service medical media company in North America, today announced the acquisition of NewBeauty®, the premier media brand known as The Beauty Authority®. Formerly owned by SANDOW Media, NewBeauty brings an unparalleled fusion of expert-driven content, aesthetic innovation and consumer engagement to MJH’s expanding portfolio. Founded in 2005, NewBeauty inspires, educates and empowers beauty- and wellness-focused stakeholders to make smart, informed and confident beauty decisions through its network of print, digital and multimedia platforms. With its quarterly magazine, digital properties and experiential...

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. and MELVILLE, N.Y., May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: CNOB) (the “Company” or “ConnectOne”), parent company of ConnectOne Bank (the “Bank”), and The First of Long Island Corporation (Nasdaq: FLIC) (“First of Long Island”), parent company of The First National Bank of Long Island, today announced they have received the approval of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to proceed with the previously announced merger of ConnectOne and First of Long Island. Closing of the transaction is expected to occur on or about June 1, 2025, pending approvals or waivers from the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. “We are pleased to have received FDIC approval to combine two highly complementary, client focused banks,” said Frank Sorrentino...

Deal Marks One of the Largest in Company History, Significantly Bolstering Park Place’s Managed Services CapabilitiesPark Place Technologies HQPark Place Technologies New Global HeadquartersCLEVELAND, OH, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Park Place Technologies, the leading global data center and networking optimization firm, has acquired CSI Ltd., a UK-headquartered IT Managed Services Provider (MSP) specializing in hybrid multi-cloud solutions for legacy IBM systems.  This marks one of the most significant acquisitions in Park Place’s 34-year history, second only to its 2020 acquisition of Curvature, Inc., further strengthening the company’s position as a leader in global IT lifecycle services. Founded in 1983, CSI supports mid-to-large enterprises in regulated sectors like financial services, manufacturing,...

MONTCLAIR, N.J., May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 180 Degree Capital Corp. (NASDAQ:TURN) (“180 Degree Capital”) today noted the filing of an amended preliminary joint proxy statement/prospectus on Schedule 14A with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) regarding its proposed merger with Mount Logan Capital Inc. (“Mount Logan”) in an all-stock transaction (the “Business Combination”). As noted in its original press release issued on January 17, 2025, the surviving entity is expected to be a Delaware corporation operating as Mount Logan Capital Inc. (“New Mount Logan”) listed on Nasdaq under the symbol “MLCI”. In connection with the Business Combination, 180 Degree Capital shareholders will receive proportionate ownership of New Mount Logan determined by reference to 180 Degree Capital’s net asset value at closing relative...