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May 17, 2011

Relevant Public Relations LLC Crowned Marketing Rep of Miss America Pageant’s New York State Preliminary

 Miss New York Organization selects Staten Island, N.Y.-based firm to lead PR campaign as June’s Pageant Week nears STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.  (May 17, 2011) — The Miss New York Organization, official  operator of the Miss America Pageant’s New York state preliminary, has chosen Relevant Public Relations LLC as its public relations and marketing representative.  “We require public relations […]
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May 16, 2011

Victory State Bank Brings Money Management Into Staten Island Classroom

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Victory State Bank delivers education – literally. Representatives from Staten Island’s only community-based commercial bank recently visited Morris Intermediate School (IS 61) in Brighton Heights, in the spirit of  a “Teach Children to Save” initiative. A total of four lessons were given to classes of approximately 30 students each.  “Good financial habits […]
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May 13, 2011

Miss New York Praises Staten Island’s Commitment To Community Service

Claire Buffie expresses delight to borough’s South Shore Rotary over decision to host 2011 pageant  on Island  NEW YORK  (May 13, 2011) —  “Straight for Equality: Let’s Talk” is the platform of Claire Buffie, Miss New York 2010. The reigning state pageant queen visited Staten Island on Thursday, where she shared her passion for diversity and student dignity […]
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May 11, 2011

How To Start A Business Blog

 You may have thought about blogging but then asked yourself, “What would I write about?”  “Who would read it?”  Or, “Is this the best use of my time?”  If you’re a business owner who already wears a hundred hats, the latter may be what keeps you from starting. While only you can decide if it’s the […]
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May 9, 2011

Do You Need a Full-Timer, Contractor or Outsourced Help?

Workers come in more varieties than ever. Use this advice to choose the best option for your business. Full-Timer? Contractor? Outsourced Help? Each way of hiring has its own advantages and disadvantages. Here are the pros and cons that business owners need to know when deciding how to hire the help they need. Read entire article.
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May 6, 2011

Don't Ignore the Easiest Place to Find Customers

It can be easy for business owners to ignore their existing customers. After all, you’ve already won them, right? Not necessarily. Even current customers can become prospects again because the minute they complete a purchase, you’ll want to lasso another.  Of course, keeping up a constant stream of marketing communications can be daunting. But if the […]
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May 5, 2011

How To Tighten Your Financial Belt

There’s no way you’re going to be able to stick to a budget unfailingly. The real world has too many twists and turns and, besides, we humans don’t live our lives as predictably as spreadsheets. And even if you were able to somehow muster the willpower never to deviate from your budget, really, what kind of […]
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May 4, 2011

AJNA Holistic Store In Staten Island, N.Y., Sets The Pace For Mother's Day Shopping With An Array Of Wellness Treatments And Products

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – The health benefits of energy-harnessing therapies, such as Reiki and Feng Shui, are fueling a growing demand for qualified practitioners. New Yorkers searching for unique Mother’s Day gifts should head to AJNA, a holistic center and wellness-products emporium located in Staten Island, N.Y. Owned and operated by distinguished Reiki Master Valerie R. Gullo, […]
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May 3, 2011

Five Facebook Developments for Businesses

The engineers at Facebook have been busy fine-tuning and adding new features lately, prompting the following primer on what’s new and — more important — what these developments mean for your business.  Included among the additions and changes: There’s now a “Send” button for websites. “Deals” on Facebook launched this week, and its “Questions” function is […]
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May 1, 2011

Relevant Public Relations Urges Adults To Heed Government's Advice For Keeping Kids Safe At Pool Sites

Parents and families can build on their current safety systems at pools and spas by adopting additional water safety steps, says the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). As pool season rapidly approaches, New York City-based Relevant Public Relations LLC is urging adults to pay notice — and follow the agency’s life-protecting advice.  “Any safety advice regarding our children, grandchildren, […]
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April 29, 2011

Do Your Homework Before Buying And Selling Timeshares, Vacation Plans, FTC Advises

WASHINGTON — The thought of owning a vacation home may sound appealing, but the year-round responsibility — and expense — that come with it may not. Purchasing a timeshare or vacation plan may be an alternative. If you consider a timeshare or vacation plan, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation’s consumer protection agency, says it’s […]
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April 22, 2011

Pool Company President Pleads Guilty In Drain-Entrapment Drowning Death Of 6 Year Old

STAMFORD, CONN.  — A pool company president expressed remorse Wednesday in state Superior Court as he pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of criminally negligent homicide stemming from the 2007 drowning death of a 6-year-old Greenwich boy. David Lionetti, 55, also entered a guilty plea on behalf of his company, Stamford-based Shoreline Pools Inc., to the charge […]
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April 22, 2011

FBI: Be Alert To 'Letter of Credit' Fraud

Legitimate letters of credit are NEVER sold or offered as investments Letters of credit are issued by banks to ensure payment for goods shipped in connection with international trade. Payment on a letter of credit generally requires that the paying bank receive documentation certifying that the goods ordered have been shipped and are en route to […]
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April 21, 2011

Boy Saves Toddler Sister With Movie-Learned CPR Skills

“As the weather warms up, a lot of families are going to be hitting the pool, but would you know what to do in case of an emergency?” asked Today Show host Matt Lauer during a recent segment. In this video clip, reporter Savannah Guthrie features a family who faced such an emergency, and a near […]
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April 21, 2011

FTC Files Contempt Charges Against Marketer of Credit Repair

WASHINGTON — The Federal Trade Commission earlier this week filed contempt charges against a promoter of credit repair and debt relief services and three of his companies, alleging that they continued their deceptive marketing practices in violation of a federal court order. The FTC charged that the defendants tried to take advantage of financially strapped consumers by falsely […]
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