Northern Power Systems Corp. (TSX: NPS), a next generation renewable energy technology provider, announced today the appointment of Mr. David W. Cornhill to the company's board of directors.

"David has extraordinary energy sector and business expertise and I am delighted to have him join our board of directors," stated Troy Patton, president and chief executive officer Northern Power Systems.

Champlain College sent nearly 150 members of its staff and faculty out into the community on Wednesday, May 7 to participate in a range of community service projects as part of the College’s annual year-end retreat and awards day. After a morning of announcements and recognition of campus endeavors to encompass the strategic plan, Champlainers grabbed lunch, their gloves and went out to clean up beaches, prepare gardens and help organizations get ready for their summer programs.

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