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Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. (NYSE: CRL) today reported its results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2008. For the quarter, net sales increased 9.0% to $342.2 million from $314.0 million in the third quarter of 2007. The Research Models and Services (RMS) segment reported very strong sales growth, partially offset by slower growth in the Preclinical Services (PCS) segment. Foreign exchange contributed 1.5% to the net sales growth.

Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. (NYSE: CRL) today announced that Dr. Deborah Kochevar, Dean of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, was elected to the Company’s Board of Directors. Dr. Kochevar’s extensive scientific and veterinary expertise will be an asset to the board as it identifies new opportunities to further enhance the Company’s unique portfolio of essential drug discovery and development products and services. As a member of the board, she will also serve on the Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee.