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GREENSBORO, N.C., May 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Lorillard, Inc. (NYSE: LO), the third largest manufacturer of cigarettes in the United States, announced today that its Board of Directors amended the Company's existing $500 million share repurchase program to authorize an additional $500 million in repurchases, authorizing the Company to repurchase in the aggregate up to $1.0 billion of its outstanding common stock. The original $500 million share repurchase program was announced on...

LOS ANGELES, May 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of the West is once again the presenting sponsor of the Newport Beach Jazz Festival, which takes place May 31 through June 2 in Newport Beach, California. The bank is currently in its fifth year as a supporter, and recently signed a three-year extension to remain the presenting sponsor of the festival. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120418/MM90603LOGO) "Bank of the West has a long tradition of involvement with music...

Courtney Marino, RDH, the Newest Member of Ravera’s Practice, Works With Patients of All Ages to Promote Positive Oral Hygiene Care Newport Beach, CA (PRWEB) May 18, 2013 John Ravera, D.D.S., a Newport Beach cosmetic dentist, has recently announced the addition of a new member to his dental team, Courtney Marino. Marino is a dental hygienist who has worked in the field for over 10 years. She received her degree from West Coast University, where she graduated with honors, and was elected...

Dr. Homeira Mehrabian, MD INC of Newport Beach, CA is ranked among the top physicians in the nation based on patient reviews. NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., May 16, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Patients' Choice has announced that Dr. Homeira Mehrabian, MD INC was one of a select few physicians honored with the prestigious 2012 Compassionate Doctor Certification. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130516/DC15855) Each year, nearly 100 million patients across the U.S. access...

GREENSBORO, N.C., May 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Lorillard, Inc. (NYSE: LO), the third largest manufacturer of cigarettes in the United States, announced today the declaration of a quarterly dividend on its common stock in the amount of $0.55 per share, payable on June 10, 2013 to stockholders of record as of May 31, 2013. About Lorillard, Inc. Lorillard, Inc. (NYSE: LO), through its Lorillard Tobacco Company subsidiary, is the third largest manufacturer of cigarettes in the United...

IRVINE, Calif., May 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Newport Corporation (NASDAQ: NEWP) today announced that its senior management is scheduled to present at the B. Riley & Co. Investor Conference at 1:00 pm Pacific Time (4:00 pm Eastern Time) on Wednesday, May 22(nd) at the Loews in Santa Monica, California. The 25-minute presentation by President and Chief Executive Officer Robert J. Phillippy can be heard through a live audio webcast available on the Newport investor relations website...

TUSTIN, Calif., May 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Strategic Sales and Marketing, Southern California's premiere real estate sales and marketing firm, has been selected as the sales agency for Newport Palisades Collection located in Newport Beach, California. Newport Palisades Collection will offer 25 detached homes in the heart of Newport Beach. This gated enclave will feature two floorplans ranging from 1,695-1814 square feet with three bedrooms, loft and two-car attached garage....

Milestone shipment extends company's leadership in DRIE NEWPORT, Wales and SEMICON Singapore, May 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- SPTS Technologies, a supplier of advanced wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor industry and related markets, today announced the company had reached a milestone in shipping its 1000(th) deep reactive ion etch (DRIE) module. This announcement was made at the SEMICON Singapore MEMS Forum in recognition of the country's growing status as a hub of MEMS...

Dr. Rita Daghlian, DDS, a board certified pediatric dentist and top family specialist, gives back to the community as a key sponsor at the March of Dimes® March for Babies® April 28, 2013 event. Newport Beach, CA (PRWEB) May 02, 2013 On the heels of the new dental facility opening in Fashion Island and a passion driven to create a dental office that offers “A Caring Place for Smiles,” Dr. Daghlian showcases her community involvement and key sponsorship with the March of...

GREENSBORO, N.C., April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Lorillard, Inc. (NYSE: LO) announced today its results for the quarter ended March 31, 2013. First Quarter Highlights First quarter reported (GAAP) diluted earnings per share increased 50.9% versus last year to $0.86, including a $143 million MSA payment dispute settlement benefit that reduced the Company's first quarter tobacco settlement expense. First quarter adjusted (Non-GAAP) diluted earnings per share increased 13.8% versus...