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Stimulus checks effective, government says
Washington - The stimulus checks are working. A big increase in retail sales signaled that people are spending their rebate payments, helping to ward off a serious economic slump, at least for now. The Commerce... more »
Shanksville shop owner likes being close to family
Shanksville — September 2005 was a special month for Shanksville resident Robin Duppstadt. After years as an independent consultant for the Longaberger Basket Factory in Ohio, the Gaithersburg, Md., native took a leap of faith... more »
Gen Y Fears Wrinkles: Cosmeceutical Sales To Hit $21 Billion
Americans are hooked on multitasking lotions: A new report from Packaged Facts reports that sales of cosmeceuticals—cosmetic products that offer some additional benefits—are expected to reach $16 billion in 2007, and $21 billion by 2012.... more »
High IntenCity says i CARE with a new collection!
FAIR LAWN, NJ — High IntenCity launches a new i CARE collection and continues to support Girls Incorporated, the non-profit youth organization devoted to the mission of inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and... more »
Deb & Co. Commemorates Baby’s Milestones and Special Memories
Buena Vista, Calif. — Who can forget the arrival of a baby, their first steps, first words or first Christmas? In celebration of those precious moments, Deb & Co. offers an assorted collection of handmade... more »
Alabama retail sales climb 9 percent
Recent numbers indicate that retail sales are on the upswing in Alabama and across the country. The Alabama Department of Revenue reported Thursday that sales tax collections in the state rose by more than 9... more »
Retail sales jump by largest amount in 6 months
Washington—Retail sales jumped by the largest amount in six months in May as 57 million economic stimulus payments helped offset the headwinds buffeting consumers.The Commerce Department reported Thursday that retail sales soared 1 percent last... more »
Artisan House Metal Art Sculptures Spark Excitement at LVM
Burbank, CA — In answer to ongoing speculation about the product introductions that Artisan House, Inc. - designers and crafters of unique, fine-quality metal sculptures for wall, floor, tabletop and now table - will reveal... more »
Romanian glass artists to make SFIGF debut
WHITE PLAINS, NY — Twelve handcrafted glass companies from Romania, under the auspices of the Romanian Ministry of Trade, will make their San Francisco International Gift Fair debut this summer. Exhibiting within the Fair's Handmade... more »
One stop shopping at Health Emporium
Norwalk Hospital's new Health Emporium goes beyond the usual hospital gift shop fare like greeting cards, candy and magazines. The 1,800-square-foot facility stocks products such as compression stockings, spine supports, canes and walkers and chemotherapy... more »
Midwest introduces reVIVE from Colonial Candle
(Cannon Falls, MN) - Midwest introduces the next generation of odor eliminating candles and sachets from the Colonial Candle brand in the innovative, new re:VIVE collection of odor-eliminating candles and sachets. While most current odor-eliminating... more »
America Retold selects OneCoast to provide National Sales Representation
OneCoast, the largest and only national provider of sales and marketing services to vendors and retailers of home decor, gift and collegiate products, announced it will sell the complete line of America Retold on a... more »
