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Gloomy Days Ahead for Retailers
Congress probably wasn't thinking about food last winter when it voted to send stimulus checks to 130 million U.S. households. President George W. Bush and other leaders hoped the package, amounting to more than $100... more »
Industrial materials taken out of context
In Colin Schleeh's world, a good day is finding time to see what comes of a failed experiment. His materials of choice are wood, aluminium, paper, cement, resins and even 35-millimetre film. "I make a... more »
Travertine Spa owner looks to make bigger mark in body-care market
During these ugly economic times, selling beauty products takes a little extra sweat, maybe a little more road time. For Terry Carter, owner of La Palma-based Travertine Spa Inc., the quest for the next big... more »
Small Business 101: Recycling tips for you business
Did you know that every ton of recycled office paper saves approximately 17 trees?Businesses sometimes purchase supplies and materials that are not always used efficiently, creating unnecessary waste. By taking simple actions and putting a... more »
To get that small-business loan, be prepared — and be honest
Money can't buy everything, but it can buy new equipment, finance an expansion of your existing business or provide the means to bring an entrepreneur's dream to life.With the lending market tightening, it's more important... more »
Many Beloved Shops Don’t Have to Disappear
In a Manhattan neighborhood where utilitarian stores have transformed into trendy eateries, meatpacking businesses were made over as designer dress showplaces, and every other storefront becomes an expensive hair salon, a string of old-school, regular-Joe... more »
Gift shop sells unique merchandise
Covington, Ind. — A new gift shop in Covington, Ind., seeks its niche in the downtown area amidst the antique stores and specialty shops.Lisa Warner opened Around the Corner at 414 Washington St. last week.... more »
Woodstock Chimes Enhances Popular Environments Collection
(Shokan, N.Y.) -- Woodstock Chimes, a leading manufacturer of precision-tuned windchimes, introduces two new bells to its popular Environments Collection as part of the company's 2008 summer product introduction. Both the Woodstock Mission Bells Amber... more »
Hartville gift shop offers flowers, wreaths and more
Hartville, Ohio - The Lavender Butterfly is a unique gift shop that opened in Hartville on June 2. The store owner is Carla Holland from North Canton. The Lavender Butterfly is located at 141 S.... more »
Belmont still thriving in tough economic climate
It isn't the best of economic times, but Teresa McCarter has decided to open a new business anyway. Within the next few days, she'll launch Happy Dog Café & Boutique at 26 N. Main St.... more »
Can downtown Brunswick stay in business?
Brunswick — A tough economy, not enough draw to downtown, no major highways nearby and a lack of parking are just some reasons Brunswick store owners are feeling a pinch in their sales. Julia Saulnier... more »
Oil prices, slow economy hurting entrepreneurs
Sharon Roberts spent several sleepless nights this past spring wondering whether or not to close Buffalo's Southwest Cafe, the business she and her husband, Rick, have operated since 2004."We stayed up at night thinking about... more »
