Cohen & Steers Worldwide Realty Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: RWF), Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund, Inc. (NYSE: RQI), Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (NYSE: UTF) (formerly known as Cohen & Steers Select Utility Fund, Inc.) and Cohen & Steers REIT and Utility Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: RTU) announced distributions payable on March 11, 2010 to shareholders of record as of March 5, 2010. The ex-dividend date is March 3, 2010. Details for each distribution follow.

    
    
    
                                                        
                                                                Distribution 
                                                       NYSE      per Common 
    Fund                                              Symbol        Share 
    
    Cohen & Steers Worldwide Realty Income Fund, Inc.  RWF           $0.0925
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    Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund, Inc.    RQI           $0.0925
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    Cohen & Steers REIT and Utility Income Fund, Inc.  RTU           $0.1700
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    Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund, Inc.           UTF           $0.2400
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The distribution for RWF will be paid in cash, and will be the final distribution paid prior to its merger with and into RQI. The distribution for RTU will also be paid in cash, and will be the final distribution paid prior to its merger with and into UTF.

The mergers are expected to occur after the close of business on March 12, 2010. RQI and UTF shareholders will receive their distributions in accordance with their dividend reinvestment election. The distributions for the other Cohen & Steers closed-end funds are expected to be announced on or about March 17, 2010. More information is available at cohenandsteers.com.

About Cohen & Steers

Cohen & Steers is a manager of income-oriented equity portfolios specializing in U.S. and international real estate securities, large cap value stocks, listed infrastructure and utilities, and preferred securities. The company also manages alternative investment strategies such as hedged real estate securities portfolios and private real estate multimanager strategies for qualified investors. Headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Brussels, Hong Kong and Seattle, Cohen & Steers serves individual and institutional investors through a broad range of investment vehicles.

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Eaton Vance California Municipal Bond Fund II (NYSE Amex: EIA) (the “Fund”), a closed-end management investment company, today announced the earnings of the Fund for the three months ended December 31, 2009.  The Fund’s fiscal year ends on September 30, 2010.

For the three months ended December 31, 2009, the Fund had net investment income of $881,082 ($0.228 per common share).  From this amount, the Fund paid dividends on preferred shares of $27,668 (equal to $0.007 for each common share), resulting in net investment income after the preferred dividends of $853,414, or $0.221 per common share. In comparison, for the three months ended December 31, 2008, the Fund had net investment income of $822,420 ($0.213 per common share).  From this amount, the Fund paid dividends on preferred shares of $203,793 (equal to $0.053 for each common share), resulting in net investment income after the preferred dividends of $618,627, or $0.160 per common share.

Net realized and unrealized losses for the three months ended December 31, 2009 were $4,513,629 ($1.166 per common share). In comparison, net realized and unrealized losses for the three months ended December 31, 2008 were $7,652,126 ($1.980 per common share).

On December 31, 2009, net assets of the Fund applicable to common shares were $45,605,713.  The net asset value per common share on December 31, 2009 was $11.78 based on 3,870,026 common shares outstanding.  In comparison, on December 31, 2008, net assets of the Fund applicable to common shares were $36,007,717.  The net asset value per common share on December 31, 2008 was $9.32 based on 3,863,961 common shares outstanding.

The Fund is managed by Eaton Vance Management, a subsidiary of Eaton Vance Corp. (NYSE: EV), based in Boston, one of the oldest investment management firms in the United States, with a history dating back to 1924. Eaton Vance and its affiliates managed $161.6 billion in assets as of January 31, 2010 offering individuals and institutions a broad array of investment products and wealth management solutions. The Company’s long record of providing exemplary service and attractive returns through a variety of market conditions has made Eaton Vance the investment manager of choice for many of today’s most discerning investors.  For more information about Eaton Vance, visit www.eatonvance.com.

* Effective February 1, 2010, the name of the Fund was changed from Eaton Vance Insured California Municipal Bond Fund II.

    
    
                     EATON VANCE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL BOND FUND II*           
                            SUMMARY OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS                  
                        (in thousands, except per share amounts)              
                                                                            
                                        Three Months Ended  Three Months Ended
                                            December 31,       December 31,   
                                            ------------       ------------   
                                                2009                2008 
                                                ----                ---- 
    Net investment income                       $881                $822 
    Net realized and unrealized gains
     (losses) on investments                  (4,514)             (7,652)
    Preferred dividends paid from                                           
     net investment income                       (28)               (204)
                                                 ---                ---- 
      Net increase (decrease) in net 
       assets from operations                $(3,661)            $(7,034)
                                             =======             ======= 
                                                                            
    Earnings per Common Share Outstanding                                   
    -------------------------------------                                   
    Net investment income                     $0.228              $0.213 
    Net realized and unrealized gains
     (losses) on investments                  (1.166)             (1.980)
    Preferred dividends paid from                                           
     net investment income                    (0.007)             (0.053)
                                              ------              ------ 
      Net increase (decrease) in net 
       assets from operations                $(0.945)            $(1.820)
                                             =======             ======= 
                                                                            
    Net investment income                     $0.228              $0.213 
    Preferred dividends paid from                                           
     net investment income                    (0.007)             (0.053)
                                              ------              ------ 
    Net investment income after                                             
     preferred dividends                      $0.221              $0.160 
                                              ======              ====== 
                                                                            
    Net Asset Value at December 31 (Common 
     Shares)                          
    ---------------------------------------                          
      Net assets                             $45,606             $36,008 
      Shares outstanding                       3,780               3,864 
      Net asset value per share                                             
       outstanding                            $11.78               $9.32 
                                                                            
    Market Value Summary (Common Shares)                                    
    ------------------------------------                                    
      Market price on NYSE Amex at                                          
       December 31                            $11.46               $8.15 
      High market price (period                                             
       ended December 31)                     $12.96              $11.75 
      Low market price (period                                              
       ended December 31)                     $11.12               $6.50 
                                                                            
    * Effective February 1, 2010, the name of the Fund was changed from Eaton
    Vance Insured California Municipal Bond Fund II. 
    
    
    

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Eaton Vance Management, the Boston-based investment adviser, today announced the monthly distributions declared on the common shares of eight of its closed-end municipal bond funds ("Funds"). The record date for the distributions is March 10, 2010, and the payable date is March 17, 2010. The ex-date is March 8, 2010. The distribution per share, closing market price on February 25, 2010 (or last trade price), and annualized market yield for each Fund is as follows:

    
    
    
                                                     Closing      
                                      Distribution   Market      Annualized
    Fund                               Per Share      Price        Yield
    Eaton Vance Municipal Income
     Trust (NYSE:  EVN)                 $0.079166      $12.25        7.76%
    Eaton Vance California
     Municipal Income Trust (NYSE
     Amex: CEV)                        $0.073837      $12.50        7.09%
    Eaton Vance Massachusetts
     Municipal Income Trust (NYSE
     Amex: MMV)                        $0.075500      $14.30        6.34%
    Eaton Vance Michigan Municipal
     Income Trust (NYSE Amex: EMI)     $0.071584      $12.10        7.10%
    Eaton Vance New Jersey
     Municipal Income Trust (NYSE
     Amex: EVJ)                        $0.079001      $14.62        6.48%
    Eaton Vance New York Municipal
     Income Trust (NYSE Amex: EVY)     $0.075834      $13.84        6.58%
    Eaton Vance Ohio Municipal
     Income Trust (NYSE Amex: EVO)     $0.074252      $13.89        6.41%
    Eaton Vance Pennsylvania
     Municipal Income Trust (NYSE
     Amex: EVP)                        $0.072250      $13.50        6.42%
    
    

The amount of monthly distributions may vary depending on a number of factors. As portfolio and market conditions change, the rate of distributions on the Funds' common shares could change.

The Funds are managed by Eaton Vance Management, a subsidiary of Eaton Vance Corp. (NYSE: EV), based in Boston, one of the oldest investment management firms in the United States, with a history dating back to 1924. Eaton Vance and its affiliates managed $161.6 billion in assets as of January 31, 2010 offering individuals and institutions a broad array of financial products and wealth solutions including mutual funds, managed accounts, variable trusts and charitable giving services.  A combination of tradition, proven long-term performance and more than 80 years of experience have made Eaton Vance the investment manager of choice for many investors.  For more information about Eaton Vance, visit www.eatonvance.com.

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Three John Hancock closed-end funds declared their quarterly distributions today as follows:

    
    
                                                                 Annualized
                                                                   Current
                                                  Market Price   Distribution
                                                     as of         Rate at
    Ticker    Fund Name                  Amount    02/26/2010      Market
    ------    ---------                  ------   ------------   ------------
            Tax-Advantaged Global
      HTY   Shareholder Yield            $0.3600     $12.70        11.34%
      ---   ---------------------        -------     ------        -----
      JHI   Investors Trust              $0.5218     $19.45        10.73%
      ---   ---------------              -------     ------        -----
      JHS   Income Securities Trust      $0.2755     $13.68         8.06%
      ---   -----------------------      -------     ------         ----

John Hancock Bank and Thrift Opportunity Fund (NYSE: BTO) will declare its quarterly distribution on March 15, 2010 and pay its quarterly distribution as expected on March 31, 2010, with an ex-date of March 18, 2010 and record date of March 22, 2010.  The Fund's declaration schedule was finalized and pre-cleared by the NYSE in December 2009.

A portion of a Fund's current distribution may include sources other than net investment income, including a return of capital. Investors should understand that a return of capital is not a distribution from income or gains of a Fund. As required under the Investment Company Act of 1940, a notice with the estimated components of the distribution will be mailed to shareholders at the time of payment if it does not consist solely of net investment income. Such notice will also be posted to the Funds' website at www.jhfunds.com. The notice should not be used to prepare tax returns as the estimates indicated in the notice may differ from the ultimate federal income tax characterization of distributions. After the end of each calendar year, investors will be sent a Form 1099-DIV informing them how to report distributions received during that year for federal income tax purposes.

About John Hancock Funds

The Boston-based mutual fund business unit of John Hancock Financial, John Hancock Funds, manages more than $53.7 billion in open-end funds, closed-end funds, private accounts, retirement plans and related party assets for individual and institutional investors at December 31, 2009.

About John Hancock Financial and Manulife Financial Corporation

John Hancock Financial is a unit of Manulife Financial Corporation, a leading Canadian-based financial services group serving millions of customers in 22 countries and territories worldwide. Operating as Manulife Financial in Canada and in most of Asia, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States, Manulife Financial Corporation offers clients a diverse range of financial protection products and wealth management services through its extensive network of employees, agents and distribution partners. Funds under management by Manulife Financial and its subsidiaries were Cdn$440 billion (US$420 billion) at December 31, 2009.

Manulife Financial Corporation trades as 'MFC' on the TSX, NYSE and PSE, and under '945' on the SEHK. Manulife Financial can be found on the Internet at www.manulife.com.

The John Hancock unit, through its insurance companies, comprises one of the largest life insurers in the United States. John Hancock offers a broad range of financial products and services, including life insurance, fixed and variable annuities, fixed products, mutual funds, 401(k) plans, long-term care insurance, college savings, and other forms of business insurance. Additional information about John Hancock may be found at www.johnhancock.com.

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Altegris (www.altegris.com), a leading provider of premier alternative investments, announced that it has appointed Andrea Trachtenberg as Chief Marketing Officer.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100301/NY61876LOGO )

In her new role, Ms. Trachtenberg will focus on building the Altegris brand and delivering strategic marketing programs and initiatives, as well as sales growth strategies for the high net worth, independent broker dealer and RIA channels.

"At Altegris, our team of experienced industry professionals seeks to provide institutional quality premier alternative investments to the wealth advisory community and sophisticated investors," said Jon Sundt, President and CEO of Altegris. "Andrea has a proven record of building client-centric marketing strategies, and an extensive background in the financial services industry. Her addition to Altegris reflects our serious dedication to offering and expanding the best platform of alternative investment solutions available."

Ms. Trachtenberg was previously the Founder and Managing Director of Ivory River Group, LTD, a boutique strategic marketing consulting firm that served the needs of a diverse group of leading financial and professional services firms.

Prior to that, Ms. Trachtenberg was Senior Vice President and Head of Global Marketing for Lehman Brothers Global Investment Management. There, she spearheaded the creation and launch of a new global external and internal branding strategy. Before Lehman Brothers, Ms. Trachtenberg was Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for asset management firm Neuberger Berman. She is credited as a key architect of the growth and success that lead to Neuberger's eventual acquisition by Lehman Brothers.

"Altegris is the leader in providing access to high quality alternative investments. I am impressed by its singular focus on providing world-class Research, Investment, Distribution, Technology and Client Services," said Trachtenberg. "I am excited to join Altegris as we look to further enhance our capabilities, and meet the increasing demand for trusted and intelligent alternative investments and solutions."

To request more information, please contact Carol Graumann at (973) 732-3521 or carol@jcprinc.com, or Matt Habecker at (800) 828-5225 or mhabecker@altegris.com.

About Altegris

Altegris provides an institutional quality platform of alternative investments designed to meet the needs of investment professionals and sophisticated individual investors. By connecting clients with premier, award winning managers at often lower investment minimums, Altegris provides a straightforward and efficient way for investors seeking to improve portfolio diversification with historically low-correlated investments. With one of the leading research teams focused solely on alternative investments, Altegris follows a disciplined process for identifying, evaluating and monitoring investment talent across the spectrum of hedge funds, managed futures funds, and other alternative investments. The Altegris Group of Companies includes Altegris Investments and APM Funds. Altegris Investments is a registered broker-dealer serving financial professionals as well as individual sophisticated investors and family offices. Currently, investors have allocated more than $2.4 billion in trading level to alternative investments available through the Altegris platform.

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