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February 25, 2009
NRF Welcomes Legislation to Fight Organized Retail Crime, Says Retailers Can’t Afford Losses from Theft During Recession

Washington, DC — The National Retail Federation today welcomed legislation intended to help law enforcement fight the $30 billion-a-year problem of organized retail crime, saying introduction comes at a time when the nation's economic crisis... more »

February 25, 2009
Gastonia pitches incentive for new businesses to open downtown

Susan Anthony said she has long considered relocating her popular gift shop to downtown Gastonia. But in this day and age, she can't do it on her own."Small businesses can't afford these enormous spaces with... more »

February 25, 2009
Zak Launches Redesigned Website

Spokane, WA – In today's society, a Web site is a vital link between a company and its customers. This March, when it launches a completely renovated version of its Web site, Zak Designs will... more »

February 24, 2009
Raffit Ribbons Celebrates our 20th Year

Raffit Ribbons is proud to celebrate our 20th year of offering beauty raffia, ribbons and trim on our trademark vintage spools. In 1989 we produced the first raffia ribbons in vibrant colors showing designers how... more »

February 24, 2009
Guylian Belgian Chocolate Dip Available Year-Round

Englewood Cliffs, N.J. - Guylian Chocolate is repositioning its Guylian Belgian Chocolate Dip as a year-round product.Guylian Chocolate Dip had a "soft introduction" last year as a fourth-quarter item. But according to Guylian USA president,... more »

February 24, 2009
Christofle Plans for Three New Boutiques in 2009

NY, NY - In 2009, the foremost leader in fine silver craft, Christofle Silver, Inc, finds itself preparing to make its mark in three of the biggest, trendiest, most cosmopolitan cities in the U.S. The... more »

February 24, 2009
Americans reach for small luxuries amid sour economy

San Francisco, CA — As it does for many these days, life feels a bit on the bleak side for Leanne Falise. Soaring heating bills have managed to pick off what luxuries she and her... more »

February 23, 2009
Ballston Spa businesses look to prosper as seasons change

Ballston Spa, NY — Like every small town, Ballston Spa is struggling against the tide of a downward spiraling economy.The difference is that this village has undergone a revitalization in the past few years that... more »

February 23, 2009
Gifts guided by God

Jason Mitzel's Fargo business is more like a ministry to him and his wife, Dana.They bought the Rainbow Shop in the 45th Street Marketplace Shopping Center from Jason's parents, Jim and Betty Mitzel of Bismarck,... more »

February 23, 2009
Fairhaven business owner shifts gears, starts pet gift store

Home décor is one of the toughest retail businesses to be in during this economic crunch, so Anne Kneesch has revamped her business to target a different client base - pet owners. Kneesch, who owned... more »

February 23, 2009
Boutique dresses, quaint gifts, community ties

Bradenton, IL — To set the record straight: Rusty Crickett's Coastal City Cottage is not an antique store, even though it began as a booth in one on Anna Maria Island. Instead, the store in... more »

February 23, 2009
IKEA Social Initiative Adds $48 million to UNICEF India Child

New York, NY - UNICEF today announced that IKEA, through its corporate philanthropy arm, IKEA Social Initiative, is further expanding its support for children with a $48 million donation for UNICEF programmes in India. This... more »