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Canine Cupboard Relocates on State Street

Portsmouth, NH - Dog lovers don't have to travel far to find the new home of the city's premier dog boutique, Canine Cupboard.The specialty canine store, formerly at 102 State St., is now just down... more »

Consumers to Spend (Almost) as Much on Dad

Washington, DC - While dads usually don't get the same caliber of gift for Father's Day as moms do for Mother's Day, if the results of NRF's latest survey are to be believed, dads should... more »

New Candy Shop to Open in Bend’s Old Mill

Bend, OR - This summer, it will be even easier for Bend residents and visitors to satisfy their sugary cravings with the upcoming opening of Sweet Tooth Candy Shoppe in the Old Mill District. Sweet... more »

Chamber Introduces Shop Local

Vermilion, AB - Ever wonder if a certain product or service was offered in town, but didn't know where to look?The Vermilion and Area District Chamber of Commerce looks to shine a light on Vermilion's... more »

Cash Mobs Connect Local Folks Who Like Discovering, Supporting Local Businesses

What's behind the recent phenomenon of "cash mobs," and is it likely to have a significant impact on small businesses beyond a one-day boost at the cash register? Other than the basic template of using... more »

Betting on Boutique

Austin, TX - A life-long dog lover, Lisa Conrad worked in dog boutiques throughout college. Upon graduation, she wanted to open up her own pet store. Her parents, Lauren and Mike, were in a position... more »

New Decor Shop a Family Affair

New Westminster, BC - Brick & Mortar Living almost crumbled before it came to life.For more than a year, Jenn Pistone and her daughters Julia Dewhurst and Emma Nash had been formulating their idea for... more »

Larimore, N.D., Couple Purchase Local Flower Shop

Larimore, ND - For Amy and Larry Cronin, it was baptism by flower when they became Larimore business owners this spring.The couple purchased Larimore Flower and Gift about a week before Valentine's Day —typically a... more »

Co-op Hopes to Address Retail Challenges Downtown

St Louis, MO - Adam Foster, who makes custom jewelry at his namesake shop in Clayton, wanted to move his store to downtown St. Louis several years ago. Sarah King, who runs Blush Boutique in... more »

Knitters’ Paradise

Ellington, NY - Knitting and community service are being woven together at the Cala Lily yarn shop, 28th Creek Road in Ellington.Examples of completed pieces, with the patterns and materials close by, Sue Cala, the... more »