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‘Cash Mob’ Invades Local Stores

Helena, MT - When Nicky Twitchell heard rumors of a "cash mob" in downtown Helena Friday, she was so excited she called up her friend Melissa Gollewski and asked her to join in the fun.... more »

Handmade Collectibles, Antiques at New Cranbury Garden Boutique

East Windsor, NJ - From garden decorations and fountains, to handbags, wall art and soap, Cranbury's new business brings an eclectic variety of handmade, one of a kind and repurposed antiques and collectibles.Drawing inspiration from... more »

New Business Owner Turns Her Vision into a Reality

Lancaster, OH - Imagine combining chocolate with the charm of country life. Ellie Carpenter did and she used that vision to create The Truffle Shuffle, 504 E. Main St.She sells gourmet chocolates, country primitives, candles... more »

Candy & Gift Shop Relocates From Harbor East to Power Plant

Baltimore, MD - The Best of Luck Candy & Gifts has opened its new location at the Power Plant in Baltimore's Inner Harbor.The specialty boutique candy and gift shop features nostalgia and bulk candy and... more »

A Sample of Events for National Small Business Week

Forty-nine years ago, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation establishing a week to commemorate the contributions of U.S. small businesses. Every president since then has continued the tradition, known as National Small Business Week.The... more »

Open House or Pop-up Shop? In Highland Park, it’s Both

Highland Park, CA - There's thinking outside the box, but what about selling outside the shop? Sarah Brady and Alex Cole's Highland Park home decor store, Platform, is turning the art of staging homes for... more »

Casa di Campagna Offers Variety of Home Decor

Carmel, CA - After many years employed as a manufacturer's representative, Marty Arnold was convinced she didn't ever want to run her own retail shop. Having seen firsthand the long hours her customers put into... more »

Angels Help Owner Dawn Harris-Martine Keep Grandma’s Place in Business

Harlem, NY - A Harlem toy store is receiving a much-needed "boost" from some unexpected angels, and its owner says their assistance may help her to keep the business open for a whole new generation... more »

Pittsburg Gift Shop on Route 3 Expands

Pittsburg, NH - A popular Pittsburg business that's been around for generations is looking a little different these days.Al and Andrea Goudreau recently updated Treats and Treasures Gift Shop, located on "Moose Alley," a 12-mile... more »

Get Ahead at New Hospital Gift Shop

Dunnville, ON - Fifty years ago a tuck shop was opened in the Haldimand War Memorial Hospital with only a pass through window and a couple tables and chairs for its customers.Over the years, the... more »